Weekly Wants

Oh boy, what a week! We had a huge project going out at my office this week, which meant a lot of long hours and very little leaving my desk. I think I'm about due for a massage after all the hours I've logged in an office chair, but that'll have to wait because I have a busy few weeks ahead of me (including the Justin Timberlake/Jay-Z show on Friday with Jessica!!). I figure I spend enough time window shopping online each week that it's about time I indulge in some of the great things I come across and want...by sharing them all here! I'll do my best to keep this up weekly, but if you've been with me for a while, you probably know by now there's a little friction between me & a regular schedule (yes, I know there wasn't a #dreamhome post this week...oops). 

Clockwise from top left: Pink Love Salts || Reclaimed Apothecary Matchstick Bottle || Dara Ettinger Amethyst Ring (on sale!) || See by Chloe Brushed Satin Dress (on sale!) || J. R. Watkins Hand and Cuticle Salve || Chantecaille Elephant Cheek shade || Handmade Luggage Tag || NIA Colour Block Sandal || Edith A Miller Combo Tee || Resails Mini Duffel || Mary Katrantzou x Current/Elliott shorts || The Laundry Room Weird-o Tee

Birthday Dreaming

I've never been one to make a fuss about my birthday with big celebrations, parties or much of a plan at all. I have been lucky enough to spend some birthdays in amazing locations like Chicago, Italy and Las Vegas (twice!), but this year it'll be a low-key day with my mom, showing her my favorite non-tourist places like the botanical gardens and flea markets. With everything that happened in my family at the beginning of year, followed by some incredibly hectic weeks of work, I kind of almost forgot about my birthday or what I'd even want! I know I'm lucky enough to be getting one thing on this list & hopefully a great day at the beach soon, but I also included a few *dream* things I want (like a new camera, a gorgeous yellow 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli bag and the not-pictured things like getting my dog to NYC & a trip to Paris). As you get older, your wish list gets considerably shorter & a lot more adult-like some new tupperware & dishes, someone to pay your cell phone bill for a month & a maid service for a day to thoroughly clean your apartment. Dream big, right? :)

(clockwise) Vince Camuto Sandals | Bodum French Press | Nikon 50mm f/1.8 Lens

Chanel Le Vernis in Azure | Skull Candle | Beach Image | Nikon D3X dSLR 

3.1 Phillip Lim Medium Pashli | Hermès Jour d'Hermès perfume

Oh, and for good measure, if anyone can somehow get me THIS for my birthday we'll become the best of friends, and I'll return the favor with something equally amazing on yours. Happy almost weekend!

The 2 Bandits

The gorgeous brainchild of Tamar Wider, The 2 Bandits is a collection of Southwestern-inspired, truly American jewelry. I stumbled across photos from the current lookbook last month and was immediately drawn to the natural metals & smooth stones. I've long had a thing for all things Southwestern, classically American and Native American inspired (you can see the first time I included some 2 Bandits in my perfect weekend look, and more of my love of southwestern details).

Since I visit their site a few times a week to drool over which piece I want to fit in my budget first, I figured I'd share some of my favorites. You can read more about Tamar & how her line got started here.

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Which pieces would be on your wish list? 

xx

The Perfect Weekend Look

As I made pretty clear in my first outfit post, I'm a huge fan of a solid color v-neck tee. It's like a blank canvas, a starting point to layer accessories, adding prints and color and sparkle. Bonus? It looks great on EVERYONE.

These items have all been on my radar for a while, and if I had it my way I'd be rocking them together this weekend (and all the time during the week, too). Alas, my bank account isn't ready to let that happen, but for now a girl can dream!

T by Alexander Wang t-shirt | Muubaa Quilted Leather Biker Jacket | Dannijo Symson Cuff

The 2 Bandits Daytripper Necklace | 7FAM High Shine Skinny in Merlot 

Jeffrey Campbell Hanger Raw Suede Booties | Reed Krakoff Tote

Hopefully, a few of these items will make it into my wardrobe this season. What's your favorite weekend look?

Free People Lovin'

I'm lucky enough to have my mom & sister working at a pretty amazing department store back home, Von Maur, where I frequently shop while having them keep an eye on items I adore but can't afford until they go on sale. I picked out a few pieces when I was home last in August, which my sister picked up on sale for me & is shipping them out to NYC this week! Both happen to be Free People items, so I thought I'd share a few of my favorite FP pieces right now.

I love the boho, relaxed vibe their clothes give off. They're easy to style and mix with other pieces I already own, and as an added bonus they're soft and comfortable.

L to R: Stripe Dress | Long Pattern Cardigan | Chunky Cable Pullover

Painted Skinny Cord | Got You Hooked Maxi Dress | Beach Mad Cool Skirt