Beautiful Closets

When I page through Harper's Bazaar I'm always interested in seeing if they feature closets. I like to see how people use the space and how they decorated and done up. Here are some ideas to keep yours looking like a boutique!

 

 

Beautiful Bathrooms & Showers

I think bathrooms and showers should look and feel relaxing, like a nice spa. Think of it as an in-home spa, away from everything. I hope these inspire you.

Backyard Oasis

Ideas for the backyard, and ways to make it feel like a getaway. Show casing the beauty of the great outdoors in your own backyard oasis, as well as your back patio! Just think of all the summer events you can plan in your backyard: weddings, grad parties, BBQs with friends and family, watching your kids play and make lasting memories.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Every Day Glamour

I got this in an email and I really loved it, even though I like fuchsia lipstick, I do love the tips though.

Care to add touches of glamour to your life? If these little practices aren't already in your repertoire, then January is a fabulous time to introduce them to your weekly routine.

•Sitting down with your favourite magazine and a piping hot cup of tea or coco in that mug you purchased while travelling.

 •Wearing red lipstick.

  •Fresh flowers for your home.

  •Travelling: I like to make it an occasion. I plan a cute but appropriate outfit. I dress my passport in a chic leather cover. I have my essentials in my carry-on: Lotion, eye mask, pashmina scarf, lip balm and of course the necessary reading. And I strut all the way down to the plane.

  •Stepping out of a car legs first, so as to show off your shoes.

  •Treating yourself to a blow out, whether it is at a salon or at home.

  •Purchasing a little something lovely from that gorgeous-but-far-too-expensive shop that you adore so much, like a beautiful scented candle or a piece of stationery.

  •Sending a handwritten thank you note to a dear friend.

  •Lighting candles when you are home alone and curling up on the couch with a luxurious throw.

  •Having your nails perfectly painted.

  •Wearing your most fabulous sunglasses.

  •Decorating your home for the seasons.

  •Adding texture and layers to your home décor with a gorgeous wool blanket, ornate and modern picture frames, metallic accents, delicious scented candles and sheepskins.

  •Accessorizing an outfit; it just feels good and fabulous -- and don't forget a cocktail ring.

  •Showcasing just your most fabulous lipsticks on your bathroom counter -- I like to feature mine in a glass canister with crystal diamond paperweights.

  •Wearing an Angora beret, because it's very French of you and rather adorable.

  •Dressing for the evening in a glamorous natural fibre like silk, you can't help but feel elegant, and it radiates.

  •A freshly starched white shirt.

  •Ordering a peanut buster parfait for yourself just because. What diet?

  •That sweet moment of calm after a hard-working yoga class; you're lying on your mat under dimmed lights with only your breathing to focus on... It is a moment of true serenity.

  •Knowing you have proper stockings and garters on under your dress rather than the usual tights.

  •Laughing freely.

  •Speaking confidently in a group of people -- how it becomes you!

  •Ordering your drink of choice at each restaurant. Some call it boring, but I call it a signature and exploratory.

  •Having a signature: Red lips, always in heels, a gold watch or consistently having perfectly done nails.

 

For more, go here, http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/olivia-lovenmark/everyday-glamour_b_1177347.html

  

Keeping Things Clean

Sometimes we tend to get a little messy. We let things go such the dishes after a long day and maybe even a longer night. Our bedrooms are askew because there isn’t always enough hours in the day to get things done. If you’re a working mom/dad, single parent or both you know all how true this is. However, if we pick up a little bit here and there, it’ll get done. Set aside just one day, say maybe a Sunday afternoon, to do laundry and house cleaning. While yes, Monday is the start of the work week, and doing work the day before doesn’t sound enticing, just think of what it feels like to wake up and come home to a clean house where all you have to do is just simply (if that’s possible), dinner and kick back for the rest of the evening with your family or to yourself.

Tonight before the Oscars I picked around my place so then when I go to bed and wake up in the morning, I have nice clean place and its one less thing to do, and I can focus on things besides cleaning.

If that doesn’t get your motivated to clean, think of this: THE LAST PERSON YOU EXPECT TO DROP BY WHEN YOUR HOUSE IS A WRECK WILL AND YOU WILL BE EMBARESSED!

March 2014

 

Spring's almost here!!! Just about 3 weeks away! The stores are getting their spring clothes, swim suits are already in stores...I think they've been there since mid-February.

One of the things I truly enjoy besides the warmer weather, or at least closer to it, is the fashion magazines. As you can read about below.

This month so far has gotten off on the right foot. This afternoon I went to a close friend's baby shower. It was held at a classy coffee shop downtown. I didn't know it was there and I'm sure I've passed by it many times taking care of business. I'm truly happy for the parents-to-be. I got them a nice gift, some was on her registry, while some of it is what I thought would be nice and I picked out on my own. The shower was sweet and filled with loved, family and friends. I enjoyed seeing long time friends and catching up. I got myself a cup of hot chocolate as I left and on the way home I got a new diary and some chocolate for tomorrow night since its Oscar Night, one I've been looking forward to since I found out when its set to air.

I hope and anticipate March to be an enriching month. I plan on doing all I can to shed a few lbs, and go back to the gym as soon as I can to help so when I go shopping for my summer trips I can look forward to seeing my results in a smaller dress size.

I hope everyone has a good night and be safe and warm.