Accent your Neck

OOOOHHH.  This necklace L'Accent Nou is amazing!  It features uneven, faceted gray terracotta beads that have been made and textured one by one, by hand.  A big amazonite stone contrasts beautifully with the raw clay surface and makes a great combination of color and texture. A gorgeous statement piece that would look amazing with a strapless dress (as shown here) or to dress up a pair of jeans!  $140.

Strappy Sandals

It's not too soon to start thinking about sundresses and strappy sandals!  I am trying to plan a spring break trip with my kids and have started browsing strappy sandals on Macy's.  They are quickly becoming my "go to" place lately for shoes and their selection of sandals is pretty amazing.  Hundreds of styles to choose from in every height you could imagine...flat, flip flops, wedges, platforms, strappys, and slides.  Hundreds of colors too...but I especially love the colorful ones, like the ones pictured here, because you can wear them with any neutral outfit to add a touch of whimsy!  The wedges (upper left) and the croc wedges (bottom right) would be my every day sandals, easy to wear while running around town with my kids but still be fashionable.  The other two are clearly a bit more daring, but with their high heels, and bold, bright prints, would make any outfit overtly flirty and fun for a date night!   Check out more styles HERE.

Violet

This eco-friendly sweater jacket by Malowane Inem is handcrafted from linen and dyed to this gorgeous violet color.  Long and so comfy looking...this could easily be dressed up, but I would wear this as an every day wrap with jeans!  LOVE!  Only 88!!

Sands of Time

These hand blown glass necklaces by Studio 8 are filled with sand, glitter, beads, water, thread, etc could be the coolest thing I have found in a long time!  I want one of every thing in her shop!  And, at only $34...I can probably afford to!  Check out more necklaces and earrings here!

Petals

I love this dress by Leanne Marshall (of Project Runway fame!) The bottom looks like a flower or a cupcake!  Perfect for a special occasion or an informal wedding.  The bodice and the skirt are made of organic cotton and the skirt has been covered with recycled fabric (silk and organic cotton) petals.  Just gorgeous.  Not cheap at $625, but a girl can dream.  (I am lucky that I was able to buy some of her dresses years ago...before she got famous!)

Happy President's Day

In honor of President's Day...I thought these Matryoshka dolls of the Obama family were pretty fitting.  And funny.  $35. 

Woodland Fairy

I just don't think I could pull these headbands off...but I so wish I could!  The models look like woodland fairies!  How amazing for a bridal party or a bride.  Each one is handmade by Jenn Wood of Mignonne handmade of long pieces of flexible bark-covered wire intertwined with bits of braided cream silk crepe that have been beaded with czech glass beads. The entire length of the wires have been woven in with satin "leaves" ribbon and accented with velvet green milliners leaves and silk ribbon bows. The 4" flowers are available in a variety of colors, each hand cut and hand sewn with a czech glass bead center. Prices start at $62.

I do!

I was browsing stationary sites the other day and came across these beautiful DIY wedding invitations from Bride and Groom Direct.  While I am certainly not getting married any time soon...I love the simplicity and whimsy of the designs and the colors on the designs on the site.  The bird cage one pictured above is absolutely something that I would use should I go down that path again!  I love the pink and aqua together...but the site allows you to play with other colors (purple, navy, teal to name a few) so that you can suit your particular theme.  I also love the pretty pretty ribbons that come with them.  Prices start at around $35 for 10 of your very own customized design!  

Prefer something more traditional?  They also offer classical, simple, romantic and elegant designs in creams, ivories and browns with more traditional themes and scripts.  Those prices start at only $14 for 10!!

Riding High

I just got these awesome Patriot boots from Franco Sarto at Macy's.  Not only are they super comfortable, they look pretty much amazing with everything I wear.  And...I am normally a high heel girl...so the fact that I am obsessing about these is pretty rare!  I got this light natural color, but they are also available in a chocolate brown...I might have to get that pair too....A girl can never have too many boots right?  (especially in Cleveland!!)  Check out this pic and this one of how I have been wearing mine!

Caped Crusader

Capes are such a cool alternative to a traditional coat.  This gorgeous one by Sophia Clothing is made from purple cashmere, fully lined, and has a funky military vibe to it.  A true statement piece for only $120!! 

Just a little heart

These little mint green and pink heart earrings by Dariami are perfect for every day use!  Handcrafted from polymer clay, set into handmade copper frames and covered with glossy resin, they are just adorable.  Would be a great gift for daughters too!  Only $18.

Be Mine

While I am thinking of cards...how great is this to give the loved one in your life for Valentines Day??  Check out more funny ones on Spiffy Little Things!  $4.85

Snarky Snark Snark

Nothing like a snarky card to tell someone you care!  Neat Things makes these hilarious mini cards to give to all your favorite people!  Not as mean as some I have seen...these could actually be given to friends!!  A pack of 12 mini cards is only $12. 

Keeping Warm

With winters being pretty chilly here in Cleveland, I wear a lot of scarves.  I have been really into neck cowls lately...they add some color to my outfits and keep me warm. This upcycled neck warmer from Pia Barile is pretty cool...made from lots of different colored pieces and scraps of wool.  I could wear it with just about anything!  Only $25!

Skull

Skull jewelry is usually too punky for me...but not this little petite skull necklace by Paperface Studio! Made from a matte rhodium plating over brass, this tiny pendant (it measures a mere 6 mm x 6 mm.) is suspended from a length of fine sterling silver cable chain and is finished with a sterling silver spring ring clasp.   I would wear this with a preppy outfit...just to add a touch of whimsy!  $22

Prefer a gold skull?  She can do that too!

Arctic Fox

How adorable is this little clay brooch pin by Royal Mint?  Hand sculpted from polymer clay with fiber additions and sealed with a clear matte protective finish, they would be such a whimsical touch to a sweater or jacket or to put on a purse.  Only $30.

Give a Hoot

My fascination with owls continues! I love these little etched owl earrings from Lulu Bug Jewelry. Handcrafted from fine sterling silver...they are the perfect length dangle and would go with anything I wear! Hoot Hoot. Only $38.

I'm Blue

I need this royal blue leather handbag! The stitching, the pockets, the generous size...and...oh yeah...the AMAZING blue color! Wow. What an amazing pop of color against all my blacks and grays!! Only $149 from Chic Leather.

Caged Up

With Valentines Day coming up soon...it is time to start thinking about lingerie! This glamorous and seductive Cage bodysuit by Sabrina Chin is gorgeous. Made from sheer mesh panels and soft jersey knit it is designed to create a caged effect which conceals just the right amount of skin. This would look amazing under a sheer shirt too! $179