The Oscars 2012 - My vote for Best Picture

Wow, this year it was hard to choose! The nominees for Best Picture are some of my favorite films I have seen in a long time. 'The Help' and 'Midnight in Paris' to name a few, but nothing comes close to the way I felt about 'The Artist'! Such a wonderful film.. Not just a wonderful "silent film" but a wonderful film all around! Silent films take acting and directing to a whole new level! I have a new found appreciation for them after seeing this movie.

As for Best Screenplay... Hands down, 'Midnight in Paris' has to win!!! Fingers crossed for Woody Allen, not that he needs it.

Color Inspiration: Mint Green, Cream, Gold, and Tan

Loving this combo. Planning to put together an outfit for next week using my new leather jacket and this as inspiration!  Hope you all are having a lovely weekend.  Just got back from spending the week in Miami, I hate to say it but I am officially ready for Spring. 

Lets play dress up...

Couldn't have said it better myself.

Color Inspiration: Pink and Red

Pink and red when done the right way can be utterly chic. Ah la Emily, Cupcakes and Cashmere. I think I might have to give his combo a try this Spring. Either way together or apart I will be wearing some form of pink or red tomorrow, there is something about celebrating Valentines Day when you actually have a Valentine that makes it pretty fun!

Weekend DIY Project: Black & White Stripped Painting

As you all know, last week I was in LA for work.  We stayed at The Chamberlain Hotel in West Hollywood, such a cute place filled with inspiration.  One of the things that really caught my eye was this painting handing in my room, if you follow me on instagram @fairytale_wish you have already seen the pic.  When I first saw it I immedently thought, "I can make that".  So today I went to the craft store, got the supplies and made it.  And I am so glad that I did.  The results are stunning.  Keep reading for step by step instructions as well as pics of the finished product. 

This simple easy DIY project can be achieved in five easy steps: 

(Step 1-4, see above) 

Step 1: Step up your work area, this can be anywhere. I used my kitchen country and taped paper towels on the cabinets of they wouldn't get any paint on them 

Step 2: Prep your strips.  I used 2" scotch painters tape that I had laying around

Step 3: Start painting! 

Step 4: Finish painting all strips, including the sides, top and bottom; wait a couple hours for the paint to fully dry

Step 5: Pull off tape and hang on wall

 

Tools needed: 

-Canvas

-Acrylic Paint 

-Paintbrush

-Paint tray

-Painters tape

Finished product, Im so happy with it... also featuring Sunday Morning Blooms for the week! Total time from start to finish was only about an hour, including all prep work.  So easy, yet the end result looks so chic! I think I might hang in my bedroom, when I do I will be sure to share pics.  If you get inspired to make your own, please do share.  

A Jolly Holiday with Mary

I came across this picture on pintrest and my heart smiled.  Mary Poppins was one of my favorite films growing up, still is.  I love seeing the magic behind the scenes, makes you appreciate it even more.  I hope all of you are having a wonderful Saturday! Its a little snowing here in NYC today, but I don't mind.  We haven't had much of a winter to begin with, Im just enjoying the moments.  After all... "when the day is gray and ordinary, Mary makes the sun shine bright"

Color Inspiration: Creamsicle, Ivory, and Tan

After spending the last three days in sunny Los Angeles, I must admit I'm kinda ready for Spring! When it comes to getting ready for a new season it's all about putting together your own color palette.

So tonight as I catch up on my DVR form the week (I can't believe that Blair went back to Louie...) I have started pulling together some color inspirations for the coming season. There are some many amazing possibilities that I could not wait any longer, I simply had to share one of them. One of my favorite combinations I pulled together is creamsicle, ivory, and tan, such a perfect combination for transiting into spring, especially when texture is added into the mix. Think lace, light tweed, cork, ruffles, and leather!

Hitting the slopes...

Might need to purchase one of these adorable Kate Spade ski hats for my upcoming trip to Vermont. Now if I could only decide which one that would be, all are so cute! Decisions, decisions.

Might need to purchase one of these adorable Kate Spade ski hats for my upcoming trip to Vermont. Now if I could only decide which one that would be, all are so cute! Decisions, decisions.

Sunday Morning Blooms...

...followed by Sunday afternoons.

Purple tulips and green tea. My idea of of a nice relaxing Sunday!

Lion King on Broadway - 27th Birthday Celebration

The weekend before Thanksgiving my guy surprised me with the best birthday gift ever... Tickets to see Lion King on Broadway! I have been dying to see this show ever since it hit broadway, many years ago, so you can imagine, I was beyond excited! First birthday together and he did good, really good!!! Check out my Lion King appropriate MICHAEL KORS zebra print sequin dress above (click here for details)... Not like I ever needed a reason to wear sequins...

I wasn't allowed to take pictures during the show...which is usually something I would ignore, but there was no way I was risking missing all the action. So with that said, all photos from hear on out are borrowed from broadway.com 

The show was truly breathtaking; from the costumes...

to the characters...

to the opening scene, which I like to recreate at random moments (almost missed due to traffic on 45th street, thank God we didn't).

The way the costume design was able to create life like safari animals was the best use of imagination I have seen with my own two eyes.

But they didn't do it alone...

The preformers played a huge roll in making the animals come to life! 

It truly was an amazing experience, one that I hope you all get to enjoy one day if you have not already. I heard a rumor that the show may be leaving broadway soon, something to keep in mind when making you Santa Wish List this year. 

Next show on my must see list.... WICKED!!!  Santa, can you hear me?