Lizzytish

Beauty shortcuts

2011-12-01T07:39:00.001-05:00

Two little shortcuts I've picked up in the last week:

Goody Spin Pins

Cool little hair tools that let you secure an updo with just 2 pins, instead of dozens of bobby pins. I tried them really briefly yesterday, and they held with almost no effort on my part. I will be playing with them more, for sure! They are about $6 at the usual places - drugstores, WalMart, etc., and come in blonde and brunette.

The other tip I can't really show you a picture of. It's from Bobbi Brown on The Today Show. She suggests, instead of using an eyelash curler, to use your finger to curl your lashes AFTER you put mascara on. When it is almost dry, just use your index finger to gently press your lashes up toward your brow, being careful not to actually press them against your lid, or you will smear your makeup. It works great! AND takes one more tool out of your makeup case! If you combine that technique with one of the many lash-extending mascaras, the effect is almost TOO much, for daytime anyway. I've been using "Falsies" mascara by Maybelline and two coats plus the curling method gives you almost-fake looking lashes - in a good way. Give it a try!

Open House at Upstairs

2011-11-04T16:00:00.000-04:00

I had a great time today at the Upstairs Holiday Open House, and enjoyed getting to meet owner and decorator-extraordinaire, Todd Richesin. I've been dying to see the major renovation he completed on a funky old building in Bearden, at the junction of Kingston Pike and Lyon's View Pike. It's a super cool space full of elegant and unique pieces for the home, as well as great gift items and even some jewelry (I managed to NOT buy a killer leather bracelet with horse-bit details for myself!)

One of many beautiful tablescapes

Giant, lavish wreaths!

Todd and me

Papier-Mache bust made of newsprint: LOVE it!

Fabulous little side table with "branch" legs

Textiles, textiles!

I love the addition of blue to the traditional Christmas colors, and the stag's head!

Have fun browsing Todd's portfolio, and be sure to stop in at the Open House: it's on all day tomorrow, too!

New Eye Candy

2011-09-27T08:38:00.002-04:00

I'm in the process of updating my blog list (on the left), saying goodbye to some that just don't seem like a good fit anymore, and discovering some inspirational new ones. Check out Radiant Republic, Colour Me Happy and The Zhush. They are new to me, but all three are colorful and stylish: fun!

Calling My Name

2011-08-24T14:36:00.000-04:00

J. Crew has a sweater in the new September catalogue that I should probably get:

And to wear with it, a pair of these from Diana Warner:

The "Betsy" earring. I mean, temptation is bad enough without the stuff having your name on it!!

Pack Rat

2011-06-10T08:50:00.000-04:00

As I start thinking about what to pack for Europe in a couple of weeks, I realize I also could use some tips on HOW to pack. I found this little article from Modelinia, which includes tips from supermodels, who of course travel all the time. It features Cheryl Tiegs, Christie Brinkley, and Elaine Irwin, among others. They all seem dedicated to the "roll it up" method. I'll try it, but I have a hard time believing everything doesn't wrinkle!

As far as what to pack, I'm definitely bringing my Infinity Dress from Hayley Starr:

This thing is amazing! I wore it to a wedding recently, and there are so many different ways to wear it. Ironically, the bridesmaids at said wedding were in a version of it, too, which was so cool because they each wore it to flatter their body type. Great idea for brides-to-be to consider!

The website includes a video on how to create some of the styles, so I just prop my iPad on the bathroom counter and follow along. Fun! Anyway, it can be anything from a skirt to a really casual strapless to a more cocktail-style with cap sleeves. Great thing to travel with!

Runs in the Family!

2011-05-20T08:39:00.000-04:00

Look at this amazing chair that Anna Spiro of Absolutely Beautiful Things had her son draw on as a gift for his little brother. She took a thrift chair, covered it in white canvas, and let him go to town! Doesn't it look like she had a graphic designer do it to mimic little kid drawings? Love it!! Such a great gift idea and a memento that he can keep all of his life. Wouldn't you love to have that to hand down to your own child?

Friday Gorgeousness

2011-04-15T07:04:00.000-04:00

There is really nowhere at all I can think of that I would wear this outfit; too casual for formal, too formal for casual, but I love it! The skirt is a mere $2,500 at J. Crew. Let's just enjoy it as eye candy!

Tuesday on a Wednesday

2011-04-11T08:29:00.000-04:00

I snapped up these treasures at Tuesday Morning a couple of weeks ago:

An orange faux-bamboo nightstand for my son's room, which has touches of orange throughout. It was $50 back in the clearance room because of a couple of scratches on top.

Pillow shams embroidered with an Aztec pattern. Not sure where I'm going to use them, but they are such good quality I had to grab them: for $12 a pair!

Kitchen Art

2011-03-30T17:30:00.000-04:00

I'm loving my new prints from 20x200. They are limited editions by artist Jane Mount; she paints peoples' ideal bookshelves, and I picked two of her cookbook series for the kitchen. I put them in the Lily Frame from Pottery Barn.

Age Appropriate

2011-03-25T08:24:00.000-04:00

I love how naturally beautiful this woman is. She looks her age (no insult intended), but is gorgeous and stylish. As posted by Scott at The Sartorialist.

Restore Me

2011-03-22T09:05:00.000-04:00

Have you gotten the GIANT spring Restoration Hardware catalogue? Its overall feel is a little too neutral for my taste, even though I really dig Gustavian. But, there are definitely many pieces I can pick out and picture in rooms with a little more color; my style! This chair is beautiful; traditional but with the surprise of those curvy legs. And I love the look of using two different fabrics.

I've had a thing for quartrefoils recently -- this mirror is to die for.

The 17th Century Monastery Table has me thinking about refinishing the trestle table we inherited from my in-laws...

I've never seen wine bottles stored on their sides like this. This piece would MAKE a room.

Reclaimed wood planters. Sigh.

They have baby furniture now! Love how the cribs convert to beautiful toddler beds.

Cast resin deer head. I don't know why I love these, but I do!

Happy Spring!

Beauty and the Beast

2011-03-10T10:18:00.000-05:00

I'm not being very nice, but is this not the most hideous model you've ever seen? Maybe it's just a bad pic, but oof! On the other hand, the Valentino she's wearing is amazing! Via The Sartorialist.

Sole Society

2011-03-09T07:33:00.000-05:00

Gilt Group has launched a new shoe-specific shopping site (how alliterative!) called "Sole Society." When you join, you take a brief style quiz so they can get a feel for your fashion profile -- mine was dead-on! Within 24 hours you can access your own shoe closet, tailored to your tastes. Six pairs of shoes will be available to you, each costing $49.95. If you aren't happy with the selections, you can choose to put them back into inventory and new choices will be made for you. New members are given a discount of $10 off the first pair: pretty sweet!

I liked 5 of my 6 choices and am going to buy the cork-platform sandals with my discount. Join here and start shopping your own closet!

2011-03-05T17:28:00.000-05:00

Oooooo so pretty! Rings by Pomellato.

Tory Does it Again

2011-02-27T11:00:00.000-05:00

Everything is right about this picture. The nude color of the sandals, the pedicure against the tanned skin...

It's Been a Long Time

2011-02-23T17:08:00.000-05:00

Great outfit from Anthropologie. Do you have a long skirt yet? Time to get a couple!

Control Freak

2011-02-11T08:26:00.001-05:00

If you have thick, curly or wavy hair, you will love this shampoo and conditioner:

Ouidad, available at Sephora.com. It has totally changed my hair - love it! Also, if you do have this type of hair, you shouldn't wash it every day. That is a real blessing, because at least a few days a week, you can skip the whole hairstyling thing, which seriously cuts time off the beauty routine!

Lastly, I finish up with this:

Leave-in Treatment with Argan oil by DermOrganic. Available at Amazon. This is my final step after drying my hair: leaves it silky with no frizzies, and it also conditions. Hope they work for you!

Chair of the Day

2011-02-05T11:16:00.001-05:00

This is probably a bad title for this post, because I've never before posted about a particular chair, and I don't plan to have a special "chair day" in the future, but it's all I could come up with!

I saw this really great-looking chair in the March House Beautiful, and I honestly thought they had listed the wrong price for it. Or maybe I'm getting so used to overpriced furniture that I've lost my perspective. Anyway, it is $245 at Restoration Hardware. LOVE it!

It works with so many styles: the legs make it traditional, the shape and metal back give it a contemporary twist. You could really put it anywhere. Let me know if you buy it!

Weekend Bling

2011-02-04T07:04:00.000-05:00

Loving this turquoise blue ring at Topshop. Only $18. Treat yourself!

Free People

2011-01-27T17:44:00.001-05:00

Free People has some gorgeous pieces out for Spring. Even though they style their looks for teens and young-twenties, I don't think you have to rule out wearing certain things as long as YOU style them a little more conservatively. Click on the links below each outfit for info.

This black eyelet dress would be so pretty with little flat sandals, a straw bag, and not much else! You could also layer it over skinny jeans.

Sandals
Straw bag

This tulle maxi-skirt is sooooo pretty! I would wear it with a simple long tank top or t-shirt and ballet flats. I love it with this long tank below:

Ballet Flats

Loving these lace pants! I love the idea of the denim shirt but I'd keep it simpler with just a striking long pendant and great boots.

Tassel Necklace

Boots

By now you're noticing a big trend of lace and eyelet! This tank is perfect! You could put it over a maxi skirt or wide-legged pants: killer!

Two trends here: eyelet and the wide leg. I'd do these with a fitted t-shirt and sandals, or over a bathing suit at the beach.

Bikini
Tan Wedge Sandals

These lace pants are a bit edgier. I'd try something like this silk top from J. Crew Collection instead of Free People's tank, and a pair of amazing nude sandals.

Silk top
Nude Sandals

Bringing home the trophy

2011-01-18T15:46:00.000-05:00

I'm obsessing over this set of antler trophies from Tracy Porter. $175.

Stairway to...well, just the laundry room, really.

2011-01-15T17:05:00.000-05:00

We just had chocolate-brown hardwood laid in the upstairs hall and also took the carpet off our back stairs and had the treads stained to match the hall. I love it so far, and this week of snow days allowed me to get all of the risers primed. Now I can't decide what to do with them! I was going to stick with white, but it's just a little too plain now that I've got the white primer on. I love black, but this wood is so dark it doesn't provide enough contrast. I'd love your input if you would be kind enough to become a Google follower and leave a comment. Should I go with the wall color, which is Benjamin Moore's Fresh Olive? Or stick with white but add some type of detail?

Tray of the Day

2011-01-11T20:43:00.000-05:00

Asian lacquer tray at Gilt: $79. Would be knockout on a coffee table or a bar.

Ya gotta make these, right now!

2011-01-10T15:05:00.000-05:00

This is the second time I have made these cookies, and I am 100% positive that they are the best that I have ever made OR eaten! It's another great recipe from Molly at Orangette. I got her book for Christmas and, while these aren't in it, there are lots of other great recipes to make your mouth water, plus some touching narratives. I highly recommend it! But I recommend these cookies even more: I'm telling you!

Oliphant

2011-01-09T16:11:00.000-05:00

I love this very cool cuff from Oliphant. $48.

Thanks to Eddie Ross for pointing out this awesome company!

Sean

2011-01-08T14:56:00.001-05:00

I love this image of Sean Connery in the LV campaign. He is still soooo good looking! Very classy, dude.

Wide, Wide World

2010-12-29T16:49:00.000-05:00

I am very excited that wide-legged pants are back for Spring, big-time! I have loved the look for a long time. I remember my white sailor pants from Ann Taylor that I wore to death for a few summers in the mid-90s. They were the softest cotton, very wide, and cuffed. They made even the most basic t-shirt look chic.

Here are some of the new offerings out there:

$88 from Anthropologie

$80 at Loft (50% off that right now!)

$50 at ModCloth

$48 from Max Studio

$109 at Ralph Lauren

$49.50 at Gap

$150 at Bluefly (I'm ready to try a jumpsuit this year!)

Put away the leggings for a while and go wide!

Last-Minute Holiday Outfit from J. Crew Final Sale

2010-12-22T16:57:00.000-05:00

Okay, the 50% off Final Sale just started online at J. Crew. Let's see what we can put together for a last-minute Christmas or New Year's look:

Wool skirt: $70

Shimmery tank: $10

Dressy cardi: $100

Crystal cuff: $60

Satin platforms: $160

Tinsel pouch: $100

Christmas Menus

2010-12-17T09:54:00.000-05:00

I thought I would throw a little food post at you for a change! Here are two different menus for Christmas dinner, if you happen to be hosting. The first one I have made many times and it is always a big hit. The second one is what I am thinking about doing this year. I hope you like! Leave me a comment if you would like any of the recipes.

Menu 1:

Mushroom-Stuffed Beef Tenderloin
Garlic Cheese Grits (I don't care if you are a diehard Yankee, you will love these! Absolutely decadent.)
Spinach Maria (a spinach and cheese concoction from a local restaurant; to-die-for)
Sister Schubert's rolls
Rum Raisin Carrot Cake

Menu 2:

Spiral-sliced Ham with homemade mini biscuits and sweet-hot mustard
Broccoli salad
Pineapple casserole
Sweet potato casserole
Chocolate cakes with warm molten centers and fresh whipped cream

Bon Appetit!

Peace Be With You

2010-12-09T17:48:00.000-05:00

I love peace signs. There are lots of them around at Christmas time, but they certainly are appropriate all year long. Sundance Catalog has a huge assortment of really cool items:

Etsy (the crafter's marketplace, you do know about it, right?!) turns up more than 9,000 results for "peace sign!" No, I didn't browse all of them! Here are some that caught my eye:

Peace out!

Decorating How-Tos from Ballard Designs

2010-12-03T09:35:00.000-05:00

Ballard Designs has a great feature on their website called "Style Studio." It's full of decorating tips and inspirational photos. Step-by-step instructions are included to help the craft-challenged achieve the looks!

Here are some Christmas mantels they are featuring:

They also have some pretty front door ideas:

A pretty staircase with animal-print ribbon:

They even have a bow-making tutorial!

I also really love the "Customer Homes" section, with real photos from actual homes:

Holiday Outfits at Anthropologie

2010-12-01T17:12:00.000-05:00

It's that party time of year! Here are a few selections from one of my all-time favorites, Anthropologie:

Love the idea of a little red dress for Christmas.

This would make a Christmas outfit no matter what you pair it with!

Beautiful, neutral pumps.

Gorgeous drop earrings in "Christmas green."

A softer shade of green and pretty detailing.

These glitter ball earrings are so fun!

A bronzy/gold standout shoe to make your outfit. Go shopping and enjoy your parties!

Happy Thanksgiving!

2010-11-24T17:53:00.000-05:00

I hope your holiday is beautiful and gratifying!

Max Studio

2010-11-18T15:02:00.000-05:00

Max Studio always has chic, wearable clothes - I love their stuff! (Full disclosure: my sister is their fit model.) I have lots of their things from the last few seasons and I wear the heck out of them. Here are a few pieces from the website that I am loving right now. This first little dress is something I could just live in!

This top is so elegant!

I've always loved short-sleeved turtlenecks. Very Audrey Hepburn and they make so much sense in this Southern climate.

This would be a cute blouse for a holiday party, whether casual with jeans or dressed up with black velvet crops and heels.

Another tres chic top!

A cape and dress all in one - LOVE!

New tablecloth (sort of)

2010-11-14T17:37:00.000-05:00

I bought a remnant of Kravet fabric from the "Designer's Attic" blog and I love it! It's not quite the right size, but I am temporarily using it to cover my console table in the den to give it some pizazz. I'm hoping that, since it's at the back of the room, nobody will go back there and see that it's too short on the sides! I plan to find a seamstress to work some magic on it and maybe add some panels of dark brown linen. For now, it really adds to the room though!

Lust

2010-11-09T20:10:00.000-05:00

To the top of the lustworthy list: the Tiffany Lambertson Truex reversible bag in blue and silver. Wow. $595.

Tuesday Morning

2010-11-04T09:24:00.000-04:00

Love this vase I got the other day at Tuesday Morning! For $7.99! Think it will look great against my aqua bedroom walls with some fresh blooms.

Vintage Subway Signs: DIY?

2010-10-29T09:39:00.000-04:00

I am thinking that it would not be difficult to make my own faux vintage subway sign. Some of the ones for sale out there cost as much as $500. Granted, mine wouldn't be the real deal, but it would be fun to put some personalized stops on there: places with meaning to me and/or my husband. I just need to find the right size cardstock or canvas, paint it black and stencil on the letters in white. What do you think?

Check out this great chair that was featured in the Los Angeles Times - fun!

Shoes at Old Navy

2010-10-27T09:56:00.000-04:00

My friend Sharon called yesterday to let me know about some cute leopard ballet flats she saw at Old Navy. She knows I've been looking for some, and I never did shell out the $100 for the French Sole pair I was thinking about. Honestly, this is one of those cases where I'm not sure how much you spend truly reflects on the quality. And the way most of us like to buy shoes, if you can get cute and trendy for less than $50, you can afford to get as many as you want instead of the couple of investment pairs you'd spend $100 or more on. That's my theory, anyway! Here are three that I love:

I think I'll pick up this neutral pom-pom flat. Would go with everything and I like that little detail.

Here's the leopard: really cute! One of my favorites because you can wear with both browns and black.

This boot is $39.50! LOVE the styling! I'm thinking if you have teenaged girls, especially, Old Navy is the way to go!

Kelly Wearstler on Gilt

2010-10-18T08:13:00.000-04:00

I love this diamond-pattern throw by Kelly Wearstler on Gilt right now.

This ombre one is gorgeous, too:

This sale ends tonight at 9, so hurry!

Get Into the Gap!

2010-10-11T08:44:00.000-04:00

GAP is 40% off your in-store purchase today, and 45% if you have a GapCard. I think I will go get this:

I've been wanting to go with the classic nautical tee all summer, but the 3/4 sleeve length is just too hot for summer here! I'm glad to see this Fall-friendly version. It comes in several other colors, too.

I swear I had this exact skirt in 7th grade!

Stirrups?! I think not!

This I love: and camel is THE color this season!

I love these driving moccasins - great color! And I have to say, I've had several pairs of shoes from the GAP and Old Navy and they have all been really good quality.

Heidi Klum for New Balance

2010-10-08T12:46:00.000-04:00

I was sort of excited to check out Heidi's new line of active wear after watching "Project Runway" last night. This is the kind of stuff I can live in and I had high hopes, especially knowing that Andy's three pieces would be included in the line. I have to say I'm a little disappointed though. See what you think:

This cardigan is cute and chic, but at $148, I know I can find something similar for a lot less.

These sweats are awful! Talk about styling issues (which Heidi was slaying people for last night) - these would have a chance with a ballet flat or sandal, but I don't like them at all with the running shoes. The saggy crotch is not a flattering look, either.

Heidi cracked on Gretchen for including an '80s-style cropped top in her collection. Hello?

This is one of Andy's winning pieces. Again, not with the track shoes! And Andy's were cropped and much cuter than these.

This is one piece from the show that did turn out well. I really like it. As for the others: "Auf wiedersehen!"

If you're a fan of the Ghost Chair....

2010-10-07T18:05:00.000-04:00

The "Sky Chair" by Kinetic is on sale for $399 a pair on HauteLook right now! Great way to add a touch of modern to even the most traditional home!

Happy Fall, Y'all!

2010-10-04T10:25:00.000-04:00

I started adding a few touches of Fall around the house this weekend. I'll do the front porch next week. I'm waiting to buy my pumpkins from the church down the street, because the money goes for a good cause AND they get some really exotic pumpkins and ghourds.

Hermes Blanket

2010-09-30T18:26:00.000-04:00

Why oh why does the Hermes blanket have to be SO crazy expensive? I guess it's in keeping with all things Hermes. It is a very serious lust-worthy item for me.

Of course SJP would be wrapped up so casually in one!

They are retailing for $1,125.00 on the Hermes website. Or you could "cheat" and get a baby blanket for a mere $700. Ebay had one the other day (it's gone now) in purple and black, but it was still more than $500 with a couple of days of bidding left to go.

Do you think they will send one to a desperate blogger for advertising their wares? Yeah, right.

Transitional Outfits from J.Crew

2010-09-27T12:13:00.001-04:00

You know by now that I always like to shop the J. Crew Final Sale a couple of times a year. Right now it's an extra 20% off plus free shipping if you spend $150 (you will!).

I've put together two casual outfits from sale items that would work for this transitional weather. I hope you'll be inspired!

Outfit One: Carpool on a chilly October afternoon

Outfit Two: Drink with friends while the kids are at practice

The Skirt

2010-09-21T09:37:00.001-04:00

This is one of my Talbot's finds from last week - the leopard skirt. LOVE! I plan to wear it with a simple black turtleneck or a white or cream silk blouse (which I need to find). It runs big so you might want to order a size down.

If you open a credit card you will save 15%. And they have this strange promotion going on where if you try on a pair of pants, they give you $10 off. Even if you don't buy them, you get a coupon for your next visit. Pretty simple!

Best Idea Ever!

2010-09-12T14:49:00.000-04:00

My favorite Sunday mornings involve coffee and the new House Beautiful. I could decorate two or three houses from ceiling to floor after that combo of caffeine and eye candy. I'm only a third of the way through the October issue and I've already dog-eared several pages for future reference. One of them is THIS:

Headboards that are actually wall decals! They are by a company called Blik Wall Graphics and they come in a variety of colors. Brilliant! Twin size is $40 and King is $70. I just love that you can make such a big impact for so little money. Fun!

Dream Closets

2010-09-10T17:34:00.000-04:00

I really need to overhaul my closet right now. It seems like I just did, but it's probably been months and months. In the meantime, here is some closet inspiration!

I saved the best for last. How incredible is this? Happy Weekend!

Comfy

2010-09-04T15:40:00.000-04:00

These all look like awesome places to be on a night like tonight. Just a little chilly for the first time in months, but still very comfy, especially with a light sweater and a glass of red!

Here are some great wraps to wear while you're out there:

from Net-a-Porter:

from BCBG:

from Piperlime:

Have a comfy Labor Day Weekend!

Before and After

2010-08-27T20:24:00.000-04:00

Here is my dining room as it looked when we first walked through our house. As is the trend (which I disagree with), the owner had "neutralized" everything, so it was a very boring white on white that did not show off the great mouldings at all. I did it a traditional red as I love a cozy dining room, and man is it easy to decorate for Christmas! My little key lime trees have done really well in front of the windows and have grown several feet since I got them. I chose not to do curtains because I like the natural look of the trees against the windows and feel like that is enough decoration.

The chandelier is from Ballard Designs about three years ago. The black and white prints are photos I took in Sydney, Australia and had printed on canvas at Kinko's. I have two leaves for the dining room table, but like to leave them out for every day. We have lots of nice extended-family dinners in this room, and I can't wait for the holidays already!

Ready, Set, Go!

2010-08-24T18:13:00.000-04:00

I am loving these throw-on-and-go dresses from BCBG. Talk about no-nonsense. Just add great shoes and you are out the door. They are on sale plus an extra 20% off right now.

Go Big Orange!

2010-08-17T15:00:00.000-04:00

If you live in this part of the country, you cannot help but get caught up in the annual excitement surrounding SEC football. Specifically, University of Tennessee football. And if you don't know, our team is called The Volunteers, or The Big Orange. Our team colors are orange and white: we are talking bright, practically flourescent, road-crew orange (there are some jokes about that, but I won't get into it here). Another thing about football around here is that women take their game-day outfits pretty seriously. Luckily, orange is a really dominant color in fashion right now, so it's easy to find stuff for us Vol fans to wear to the games and parties this year.

All of these goodies are on sale at J. Crew right now:

I also found some great stuff at Anthropologie's sale:

Personally, I like to wear jeans and a white top and then accessorize with orange. It's a strong color so small doses go a long way!

Last but not least, I love this tee shirt from Perpendicular. Shame on me, I didn't check to see how many she has in stock, but you can go to her Facebook page and ask:

Fall Wish List

2010-08-09T14:56:00.000-04:00

A few things on my need-to-get-list for Fall: A pencil skirt from J. Crew ( to go with the Madewell silk blouse I ordered: see my Facebook page); a pair of French Sole ballet flats in leopard, because they go with both black and brown and I have worn the bejesus out of my Target ones that I've had for three years!; and a military-style jacket - available pretty much everywhere but I like this one from American Eagle.

This list will be growing, for sure. In the South it's difficult to shop for Fall because it stays hot well into October. So we have to hold off those cravings for warm clothes a little longer than most. Which would be another blog post, actually...transitional clothes that don't look too summery but are still light-weight and comfortable for 80 degree September and October days. Stay tuned!

Wisteria

2010-08-04T09:13:00.000-04:00

Oh how I love to browse the Wisteria catalog! I have yet to make a purchase, but man am I tempted! Here are a few favorites from the current catalog and their website:

That sofa is upholstered with a bridal rug, and no two are exactly alike. Wisteria is great for their worldliness: they travel all over and recreate pieces with such an authentic ethnic feel.

Likewise for their suzani items. I am still slightly suzani-obsessed and hope this trend won't go away too soon. Love this large ottoman and also the bolster pillow on the bed. Speaking of the bed, that black headboard is so great! It comes in a twin-size too.

The gothic console table is another favorite. It looks like you salvaged it from an old church - what a great focal point in a foyer or serving piece in a dining room.

Swoon!

Happy last Friday in July!

2010-07-30T18:53:00.000-04:00

Oh how I'd like to be blogging from there! Have a nice weekend!

Pendleton for Urban Outfitters

2010-07-26T09:30:00.000-04:00

The August issue of Vogue has an article about the return of the classic brands in home and fashion, including Pendleton, maker of wool blankets and other items for 100 years. So I was pleasantly surprised to see the new handbags by Pendleton at Urban Outfitters. There are three different sizes: a small cross-body at $48, a bucket bag priced at $258 , and a weekender bag at $198. They all have the signature blanket look. Love them!

Fish Tacos

2010-07-22T09:14:00.000-04:00

Still on a cookbook kick: even though I talked about always using Epicurious, yesterday I pulled out my Susan Branch "Summer" cookbook for some inspiration. She has so many great ideas for using the fresh seasonal produce from our gardens and farmer's markets and I've never been disappointed with any of her recipes.

I actually didn't follow Susan's recipe exactly...I was going to do my own thing but it turned out the package of flour tortillas I brought home had a great fish taco recipe on the back, so I used their marinade and I'm really glad I did - it was great!

Here is my pasted-together final version:

flour tortillas
tilapia filets
fresh lime juice
dried oregano
chili powder
fresh garlic
olive oil
fresh tomato or fruit salsa
avocado
sour cream

Combine the lime juice, herbs, garlic and olive oil in a small bowl and brush onto both sides of the fish. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes up to several hours. Grill tilapia until flaky and opaque. Pile all ingredients into a warmed tortilla. *I use lots of cilantro in my homemade salsa, but if yours doesn't you might want to add some fresh cilantro to your taco for the freshest taste.

It didn't occur to me to take a photo, so I'm cheating and using one from Google Images that looks a lot like mine did!

Sophie Dahl

2010-07-18T16:33:00.000-04:00

I haven't bought a new cookbook lately, because as much as I love them, I tend to get most of my new recipes from the internet. It's so easy to search Epicurious for anything you need! But I do enjoy reading cookbooks for pleasure, and Gwyneth Paltrow just reminded me (in her blog; we're not BFFs!) there is a new one I really want to get: Miss Dahl's Voluptuous Delights.

Sophie is the granddaughter of the author Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) and a former fashion model. She's married to singer Jamie Cullum, one of my favorite musicians -- unfortunately he is about two feet shorter than Sophie, which makes for some odd photos of the couple!

Here is a recipe for cinnamon roast peaches with vanilla yogurt as printed in House Beautiful, and another for buckwheat-cheddar blini with smoked salmon as printed in Food and Wine.

The book also includes lots of stories about Sophie's life and is illustrated with her own sketches. I'm headed to Border's soon to pick it up!

Bedroom by Target

2010-07-13T20:30:00.001-04:00

Time for another fantasy room furnished entirely at Target.com. This time I took a shot at a master bedroom, and found lots of great, high-end looking items, rounded out by a gel fireplace with bookshelves (I did not know they made such a thing!).

Reader Discount at Jules Reid!

2010-07-13T09:01:00.000-04:00

Dear Readers,

Just for reading my blog, you can receive 25% off at Jules Reid! Just type in blog25 at checkout! Hurry, the discount applies this week only!

Happy Fourth!

2010-07-04T18:31:00.000-04:00

Here's some All-American gorgeousness from Ralph Lauren, the most American of American designers:

Happy Independence Day!

I'll be back!

2010-06-25T10:25:00.000-04:00

Have a great week, see you on the Fourth!

Product Recommendation

2010-06-23T10:37:00.000-04:00

While I was waiting for my kids to get their hair cut last week, the girl at the Aveda salon offered to do a free make-up consultation. Though I wasn't really in the market for any products, I thought what the heck, it'll kill some time. Except for the fact that she was a little heavy-handed (as in this was make-up better suited for Lindsay Lohan on club-hopping night), I did fall in love with the foundation she used on me.

Aveda Inner Light. It's actually a tinted moisturizer, which I always thought wouldn't give enough coverage, but this does. I have very dry skin and it has been looking very dewy and feeling really moisturized at the end of the day. I've been applying it with a foundation brush and it blends in really well.

The Aveda website says it is sold out, but hopefully your local salon will have it in stock. I got it from Natural Alternatives in Turkey Creek.

A Change is A-Comin'

2010-06-20T15:27:00.000-04:00

I finished the July issue of Vogue with my coffee this morning. I was excited to read the following on the "Point of View" page, which sets the tone for the issue:

"I AM WOMAN. Hear me roar. Hear me issue stock-purchase orders from the Wall Street trading floor. I am woman; I am not girl. I do not emulate the pop-burlesque fashion stylings of Ke$ha or Katy Perry. I do not aspire to PASSE MORNING-AFTER CHIC, with bird's-nest hair and shredded leather leggings. No. Of Lana Turner and Barbara Stanwyck - and Lena Horne - I sing.

(Have you felt the smooth, snug tug of fine leather gloves being pulled on? Have you considered the REBELLION, the nonconformity, inherent today in a Mamie Eisenhower knit suit? Have you worn a crinoline lately?)

Reader, if you're older than fourteen, fashion for fall 2010 offers more WEARABLE OPTIONS than it has in eons. Skirts fall below mid-thigh. Designers are giving us dead-cool-but-still-practical STREETWEAR UNIFORMS for work or school. Black-with-black is totally back.

Can we get an "Amen" up in here?"

I find this very exciting!! Selfishly, this is perfect timing for me to have the trends turning more ladylike. It could (should) mean that my peers and I won't have to wonder if we can carry off the latest looks in the stores because we aren't 22 anymore. And all of my friends with daughters might actually be able to buy them clothes that don't look like they are sending them out to their pimps for the evening!

So get out your kitten heels and get ready! And my teenaged friends, if you haven't heard of Barbara Stanwyck or Lena Horne, get thyself to Google Images ASAP!

Please Follow!

2010-06-14T08:58:00.003-04:00

Dear Friends, Please take a moment to "follow" my blog via your google account. It only takes a second and will allow you to post comments. I really would like feedback from all of you! Just click on the "follow" button above to get signed up. This will allow you to post comments and subscribe to all the blogs you enjoy, including Lizzytish! Thank you for your readership!

Dining Room by Target

2010-06-12T16:56:00.017-04:00

There is so much good-looking furniture on the Target website that it is ridiculous! Of course it is not heirloom quality, but how many of us still purchase pieces to pass down to our children? It's more about the trends these days, with the exception of a very few timeless pieces. I would rather spend less money and be able to update every few years as tastes change.

Here is what I might choose for a dining room:

Et Voila! Look for other room ideas to come: bedroom and living room, for sure!

Partial to Perpendicular

2010-06-09T14:13:00.018-04:00

My friend Mitzi's fun Perpendicular line is now up and running in the Shops at Southern Market here in Knoxville. Just ask at the front desk and they will point you in the right direction: I always get a little lost in there! She is currently sharing a booth with another retailer, but in August she will be taking over a great corner location all her own! Mitzi also is showing some jewelry in a separate spot right by the front register. She is carrying some of the Holly's Handcrafted Design pieces I have blogged about previously, with lots of other on-trend pieces.

Here are some of the Perpendicular "frivolous" objects:

I have the dark brown cross cuff; love it!

Everything from cute tee shirts to fun jewelry and unique artwork

One of these hands would be great tucked into a bookshelf for a little whimsy.

New handpainted shells by artist Sarah Stewart - so pretty! She will customize, too!

Here's one of her shells in its natural habitat!

I'm pretty sure this is the tee I saw Mitzi in last year that made me wonder where she gets her great clothes! Now she's making them accessible to us, yay! The line is Starr Luna, and they are so soft and luxurious! Underneath the back neckline is this:

Great message to leave in your wake, huh?!

I think this one is so fun!

And, last but not least, this is the one I got. I love how Mitzi styled it with those long pearls, so I got those, too! Can't wait to wear it -- I'll take a pic for you when I do!

The Southern Market shops are located in the Homberg area of West Knoxville. Have fun! Oh, and Perpendicular is on Facebook and also has a website here.

Powder Your Nose

2010-06-04T14:44:00.008-04:00

A friend recently asked me for some paint color suggestions for the downstairs half-bath in her new house (I still call them powder rooms, is that old fashioned?)

I suggested she not worry about matching the colors to the rest of the downstairs but instead do something dramatic. This is a great place to go a little crazy with color or pattern - the door is always closed so it doesn't need to match anything! And your guests will love walking into an exotic little room.

Here is some inspiration: All pics are from Lonny Magazine or Apartment Therapy.

Go crazy!

Vignette

2010-05-29T14:10:00.005-04:00

This is my bedside table. I just put a vase of white hydrangeas from my garden there. The painting is of my mom, done by her mom in 1962, the year she was married. Then I have my little Buddha, and an Hermes box (that contained my favorite birthday present!). I like how the orange of the box picks up the reddish highlights of my mom's hair, and also the contrast of it against the blue vase. Orange and blue are opposites on the color wheel, so they go well together.

I guess you could call this Spiritual Materialism? All things in moderation, as they say!

Bathing Suit of the Year

2010-05-28T17:29:00.004-04:00

I LOVE the new tulle suits from J.Crew! So elegant! I actually like the buff color the best, but the details of the fabric show best in this blue color:

This nude tank suit is another one that I love. Apparently, so do a lot of other people, because the only size available now is a 12. Hopefully they will get more in stock!

SATC2

2010-05-25T10:43:00.001-04:00

Last night was the New York City premiere of Sex and the City 2. Which dress do you like the best? I vote for SJP in Valentino!

Lazy Sunday

2010-05-23T18:00:00.005-04:00

I spend too much time dreaming about owning a place at the beach, when I have a beautiful yard of my own to enjoy any time I want to. I hope all of you have carved out some small spot to enjoy the outdoors close to home. On this late Sunday afternoon, I sat and read this:

While drinking this:

and sitting here:

I still can't wait to get to the beach next month, but this was a pretty nice afternoon, I have to say!

Dive in

2010-05-20T07:07:00.004-04:00

What I would give to be sitting by this pool in the Hamptons today, cold drink in hand. Sigh.
Courtesy of Habitually Chic blog.

My Front Door

2010-05-13T09:49:00.001-04:00

I'm so happy with our new front door. I love the red, and the hardware, and the flag, and especially my jasmine that has taken off like crazy this spring!

Before and After

2010-05-10T17:00:00.016-04:00

Here are some fun befores-and-afters from the House Beautiful website. They cheated a little by doing the before pics in black and white, but they are still very impressive makeovers. Note the painted doors in the "after" bedroom, and the white fireplace and bookshelves. Paint is easy and inexpensive to do!

May Days

2010-05-08T14:01:00.006-04:00

Some pretty spring time pics to brighten your day. All of these say "May" to me.

ideeli is having a Mother's Day giveaway that you might want to check out - win some nice stuff for Mom or for you!

Happy Mother's Day weekend!

Mother's Day Gifts

2010-04-29T07:04:00.008-04:00

Mother's Day is next Sunday, May 9th. If you need some gift inspiration, here are some beautiful things from some of my favorite shops:

If you are in splurge-mode, I think most moms would love the "Beatrice" caftan from Jules Reid: $495

This copper cross necklace is by Holly Handcrafted Designs. Contact me for info if you'd like to purchase it: $80

Silver urn from Jamali Garden Supply filled with a huge bunch of hydrangea or your mom's favorite flower: $34 for small urn

Family Tree Necklace by Lisa Leonard: $58. This one takes a couple of weeks to produce, but you could print out a photo to wrap up in a box while she's waiting!

Robe from Plum Pretty shop on Etsy: $68. I love this - it looks pretty enough to wear out!

Whatever you do, don't forget about Mom! She never forgets about you!

Denim Leggings

2010-04-22T08:15:00.011-04:00

The jury is still out for me, but denim leggings are everywhere. In some cases, they really manage to look like denim. Obviously not for everyone, they are very form-fitting - best with a long top or under a little dress. They can definitely cross over into tacky very quickly. I think the best way to go is with a dark wash and again, a LONG top. I do get the comfort factor: skinny jeans are NOT comfortable! What do you think? Would you wear 'em?

HGTV Green Home

2010-04-14T20:56:00.012-04:00

This is my 100th post! Thanks to all of you for reading and becoming a fan on Facebook!

The HGTV Green Home Sweepstakes begins tomorrow: Friday, April 16th. I always love to see what their designers and architects come up with; the dream homes and green homes are just the best of the best! This one is in Plymouth, Mass., near Cape Cod.

I know there are tremendous tax issues with winning something like this, but I would go up and have one great vacation there, clean out all the furniture and accessories I like, and then sell it. Fun to dream about!

Epic Tees

2010-04-13T09:18:00.009-04:00

I've had this site bookmarked for a long time and am finally getting around to posting about it. These are some of the funniest, most original t-shirts I've seen anywhere! The shop is called Loiter and anyone can design and submit t-shirts to them. You can browse by newest submissions or most popular; they change all the time. Here are some of my favorites:

These make great gifts for young guys if you're tired of buying the same old gift card. I like to use one as my profile pic on Facebook once in while, just for fun.

Jamali Garden Supplies

2010-04-08T13:00:00.016-04:00

Jamali Garden Supplies is an incredible online resource. It's impossible to show everything they have to offer in one post, but they run the gamut from party supplies to gardening containers, Christmas ornaments, even curtains and pillows! Here is a sampling:

Super-chic mercury glass planters and votive holders at great prices. By they way, Perpendicular brought some great mercury glass home from market if you're in the Knoxville or Nashville area. Ask me about it!

These hanging lanterns are $16 and hold a votive.

I love anything zinc (or faux-zinc!)

Wood is a huge design trend right now, especially lighter woods that harken back to the '70s!

It's a great website, especially if you're planning any parties this spring and summer. Have fun browsing!

Fantasy Real Estate

2010-04-05T20:21:00.016-04:00

Check out the view beyond the bar!

This is where I would be spending most of my time.

I thought it might be fun to share some dream real estate properties once in a while, for a change of pace. This amazing place is on Sullivan's Island near Charleston, South Carolina. The low country is one of our favorite vacation spots. If our Powerball ticket ever comes through, this might be the one. If you happen to have an extra $2.2 million sitting around, by all means, go for it!

Best of Sale

2010-03-31T20:16:00.005-04:00

Here are my top 3 picks from the current J. Crew final 30% off sale:

Ripstop cargo pant: $39 down to $27ish. You can dress these up with a heel and dressy top and jewelry, or wear with flip flops and t-shirts. Most sizes still available.

Faded Denim Jacket: A biggie for Spring/Summer 2010, although those of us in the South know we can't wear it too far into the summer with our temps down here. But it's still great to throw over a little dress in the air conditioning, and perfect for right now when mornings and evenings are still cool. $98 less 30% comes to about $70. Live in it come Fall.

Tissue tuxedo tank: $24.99 less 30% = about $17.50. Pair with the cargoes and the jean jacket and you have a really cute, season-spanning outfit for about $115, plus 3 really versatile pieces!

Order now, like tonight, or you won't get the deals. Enter EXTRA30 at checkout.

See NieNie

2010-03-30T11:43:00.003-04:00

Do you read NieNie? You should. She is inspirational. Her blog is listed just over there on the left. Click on it every day, it's good for you. She's not paying me to say that, I just want to share, I promise!

Spring skirts

2010-03-29T10:17:00.006-04:00

This looks like it will be the week to break out some spring/summer clothes! By Wednesday or Thursday I want to wear the skirt I grabbed at Old Navy recently:

Mine is brown though and I got it for $15 when it was the Item of the Week. Here's another I'd like to pick up:

The foldover waistband is really comfy. I'll wear both of these with white fitted tees and tanks and flip flops or gladiators, and a piece of statement jewelry like my leather cuff bracelet from Perpendicular (see my post from March 8) or my new brass one from Holly Handcrafted Designs (March 25 post).

Holly Handcrafted Designs

2010-03-25T16:08:00.014-04:00

This week I had the opportunity to meet another talented (and pretty!) artist and take pics of her beautiful jewelry. Her name is Holly Owens Mills:

Holly handcrafts all of her pieces using silver, copper and brass, along with semi-precious stones and crystals.

I adore pieces with both silver and gold; you can wear them with everything!

I thought these were rings when I saw them online, but they are bracelets and so cool! I got a shiny brass one and I love it!

This necklace above is silver and copper. Holly showed how it develops a great patina over time that looks really pretty, or you can polish it very easily to keep the shiny look.

Copper and silver twisty bracelets. I would wear a few at a time.

This pendant has little hand-made rivets in the corners. Love it!

I think this cross would be so great as a first communion or confirmation gift. Simple and rustic.

You can find Holly on Facebook under Holly Handcrafted Designs, and she will be at the Dogwood Arts Festival in Market Square in Knoxville April 9th through the 11th.

You can also let me know if you'd like more information on any of these pieces and I'll put you in touch.

Anthropologie has wallpaper!

2010-03-22T11:37:00.006-04:00

I love some of Anthropologie's new wallpapers! My favorite is the stacked books. It would be so great to do on one wall in a study, living room or even hallway! Another cool idea is to paper your stairway wall, as in this photo I have posted before:

Canvas

2010-03-18T09:24:00.011-04:00

See if you can guess what retailer these great items came from:

Are you ready? Land's End! Specifically, their new line, called Canvas. Very J.Crew-inpsired, and the prices are really great! They are available in some Sears stores, but in our area you can only buy online for now.

Norma Kamali at Walmart!

2010-03-16T09:04:00.009-04:00

I just saw this dress on The Today Show and jumped online and ordered it. It's by Norma Kamali at Walmart, and it's only $24! We're going to Las Vegas next month and I thought it would come in handy. Look how many ways you can wear it!

It was sold out in my size in wine and black, so I ordered red. Maybe they'll get more in stock, because black would be my first choice. At this price, I figured I can't go wrong!

Time Changes

2010-03-15T12:04:00.010-04:00

Thought I'd do something related to this weekend's time change (which has made me very tired and cranky, by the way). These are some fun and stylish ways to keep track of the time. All courtesy of Google Images.

Let There Be Light

2010-03-14T13:26:00.004-04:00

I am really happy with my new foyer light fixture from Shades Of Light. You can also sort of get an idea of the paint color in this shot: I painted the ceiling the same color as the walls.

Incidentally, I got an email from a Ralph Lauren paint representative who told me that even though their paint will no longer be available at Home Depot, they will be increasing their relationship with independent dealers. There is not one in our area yet, but Home Depot still has some inventory. My foyer shade is "Walnut." Also, I will be ordering a fan deck from them so if you promise to return it, email me to borrow and you can match your shade until their paint is again available in East Tennessee. Happy Sunday!

Perpendicular

2010-03-08T11:29:00.020-05:00

I got to do some shopping this weekend from a great new source called "Perpendicular." Mitzi Mayer (above) is the entrepreneur behind this fun private shopping event. To quote her mission statement: "at perpendicular we showcase combinations of old and new, funky and traditional, bright and faded, vintage and contemporary. we look for pottery and glass, photography, paintings, textiles, jewelry, and a vast array of FRIVOLOUS IRRESISTIBLE OBJECTS."
Here are some pics I took of some of the very cool inventory:

Fun little canvases for a wall grouping or to tuck into bookcases. The one on the left says, "I feel a sin coming on!"

Chunky gold and pearl jewelry

Unique, well-made tees

Plastic-coated tote bags; more affordable than Scout bags and can be monogrammed.

A painting on burlap! by artist Vickye Storey

LOVE these leather wrap bracelets with inspirational sayings. Pile 'em on!

Fun retro collage art by Charla Steele

Gorgeous handmade necklaces

Another style of leather bracelet -- this one has magnetic clasps so it's easy to put on.

You can become of fan of Perpendicular on Facebook. They don't have a shopping website yet, but let Mitzi know via Facebook if you're interested in something, or comment here and I can help you out. She's going to market next week, so be watching for more great stuff!

Foyer Rug

2010-03-04T09:06:00.011-05:00

The foyer painting is underway and I'm really happy with the Walnut color. Although, I discovered that Home Depot is discontinuing Ralph Lauren paint so I had to have it color-matched with Behr Ultra Premium. I'm very happy with this new paint. It has primer mixed in and I can probably get away with just one coat on the rolled areas.

Now I'm looking for a new runner. I can do a 5x7 in front of the door, but because I'm going to place an antique chair and ceramic garden stool there, I want to balance with some pattern down the long, narrow part of the hall.

Here are some I'm considering: Above, from West Elm.

Above, from World Market. I like the touches of color - they would help tie it into my surrounding rooms, including the red dining room.

The rest are from Ballard Designs; another plus here is that I get a designer discount and upgraded shipping. Above, crewel work is back in a big way and a nice mix between traditional and modern.

I wouldn't mind adding some blue to the foyer with this one, but it might be too modern.

I love the poetry rug! The neutral colors tone it down a bit, and I like the uniqueness of it.

Two different views of an indoor/outdoor from Ballard. It's made from recycled plastic bottles! Love the pattern but I'm afraid it might not have enough weight to it.

What do you think?

Foyers

2010-03-01T09:35:00.014-05:00

I am redoing our foyer: new paint, new light fixture and hopefully a new rug. Unfortunately, ours is a narrow foyer, with no room for one of those cool round tables stacked with books and flowers. On the upside, the stairway wall rises all the way to the second floor, so I plan to take advantage of that somehow.

This is the "before" shot, above. Actually this is a couple of years old; we have a new front door, though still painted charcoal gray, and my stair railing is painted black now. I've already got the new light fixture, which I love and can't wait to get up as soon as the painting is done.

I chose Ralph Lauren "walnut" for the paint color: it's a warm medium brown that I think will contrast nicely with the white trim and act as a good backdrop for artwork.

Below is some inspiration from the web. Most images are from Decorpad.

Bold color and artwork!

A tall wall like I have; love the mirrors!

This is the most inspiring to me - gallery style wall. Lots of work framing though!

Zebra mirrors!

Nice contrast beween white and pale blue plus touch of black on the chair.

Making the most of a very small space!

Love the loaded-down table.

Iconic light fixture makes the room.

More gallery style plus rough-hewn wood floors.

I will post after pics once our own foyer is finished. Happy Monday!

Ralph Lauren Home

2010-02-25T11:22:00.004-05:00

Ralph Lauren Home is coming to One Kings Lane tomorrow - can't wait to see what they have!

Overalls?

2010-02-21T19:36:00.009-05:00

Ralph Lauren

Joe's Jeans

Jean Paul Gaultier

Well, it looks like "They" are bringing back overalls for Spring 2010. All I can think of is the years between 1995 and 1997 when I was pregnant with my boys and I wore them to death! I'll never forget my fashionista sister Kate saying, "Would you stop wearing those damn overalls all the time!" or something like that. They were good maternity and post-partum wear though.

I can see wearing the Ralph Lauren look (first pic above). I think with a fitted top underneath and either a bit of height in the heel of a bit of ankle to keep from looking too boxy, it can be a cute look. Just might take a while to trickle down to the masses!

Today on One King's Lane

2010-02-16T17:50:00.004-05:00

Barbara Cosgrove Home Decor. Shop here.

Love Affair with Jules Reid

2010-02-15T09:51:00.012-05:00

I am so excited about this post! Jules Reid is a new designer of luxury women's clothing, and TODAY is the first day you can shop her gorgeousness online!

Here are some of my favorites from Jules's Spring/Summer line:

This is the "Teddy," and it is in my closet now and I can't wait for summer!

Adorable shorts and tunic, great for the beach and chic around-town this summer.

I love these pants; a nice change from dresses but still body-conscious - fun at night, I think!

This is my other favorite, after "Teddy." It's called the "Mae" and I "Mae" have to find a way to get this into my closet!

Jules is a Southern girl who now divides her time between NYC and Virginia. She has been a Wall Street broker, an interior designer,and now has shifted her focus to fashion. And boy are we happy about that! Oh, plus she's blonde and gorgeous and has a husband and four kids. I am not worthy.

Have fun shopping, and here's to summer!

Pretty in Pink

2010-02-13T12:54:00.011-05:00

This (above) came up when I searched the internet, and it startled me because a painting of this room in the White House was used by the Reagans as the official Christmas card one year during his term. I have a framed one that used to belong to a friend who actually received it from the Reagans, and it's in my pink laundry room!

I know it's too much for a lot of people, but I adore pink and orange together.

This one, above, is my favorite: manages not to look too girly and love the wood trim!

In honor of Valentine's Day, a gift of some pretty pink rooms to ogle. I even managed to have one in my own house, which wasn't easy considering I'm the only chick in a family of four (plus three boy dogs). Granted, it's the laundry room, but no one can question who spends the most time in there!

Have a LOVEly weekend!