things i've been liking

image from here

sorry it's been busy.  school is tough.  but here are a few links to things i've been liking.

this dress
this sweater, these sweaters
these flats
this photoshoot, this photoshoot, this photoshoot
this outfit, these outfits, this outfit, this outfit, this outfit, this outfit, this outfit, this outfit, this outfit
this exhibition
this wedding
these photos
this clothing line, this clothing line, this clothing line
this wedding veil
this quote
this soup
this idea to spice up my house
updating my new blog

just some lovely links

finals are over, giving me a few days of calm before classes restart on monday.  this new semester means a few things:  our boys at apt. 203 leave for the summer (sad), katie leaves for africa (sad) BUT jen comes back from spain (yay) and i take up tennis (yay).  i thought i'd just share a few links with you guys.  enjoy:
this shop
these illustrations; these illustrations
these photos; these photos; this photo; these photos; these photos; these photos; these photos;
this editorial
these love letters; these love letters
this quote; this quote; this quote
this documentary on mural painting
this engagement shoot; this wedding; this engagement shoot; this bridal shot
this girl's style
this car
this swing
these glasses
this website
this outfit
these bags- any of them.  in fact this whole store
this music video; this music video; this music video (but mostly the song)

have a lovely weekend.

current likes

i should be doing homework.  but i'm not going to. instead, i'm going to do this instead.  yes, i'm going to compile a list of this i am currently liking.
this painting.
these wedding dresses... most of them (not the mermaid tail or the second one)
these rings.  they'd make darling engagement rings.
this wedding.
this quote. this quote. this quote.
this girl's clothing.
these illustrations.
these photos. these photos.
this music video.
these clothes.
this candy.
this pottery.
this girl.

finally...

i finally got a pair of wellies.  (yes, just a couple of days before leaving london.)  but i love them.  of course i bought hunters because they are the classic wellie of england- and both the queen and the duke of edinburgh put their little stamp of approval on these babies. 

now, i really want rain.  and lots of it!

likes of this week

i really like:
.this music video.
you can listen to the full album here until it's released on the 23rd.
.this example of girl power.
.these glittery reminders.
.these laptop cases.
.these rings.
.this quote, this quote, this quote, this quote and this Irish blessing.
.this look.
.this person's likes and dislikes.
.this old man.
.this take on modern love/ how to simplify modern love.
.this short movie about remembering.
.this wedding idea.
.this store.

have a fantastic weekend!

bibliochic

say what? i said bibliochic.  do you like books?  do you like old books?  do you like recycling?  do you like gorgeous handmade items? then, you need to check out this bibliochic etsy store.  you know my sister katherine?  well, she and her really good friend/ nearly sister started this etsy store and they have some beautiful things! check these items out:

and so much more- they even does custom work- like if you want a certain book, ect.   oh, did i mention that it's all HANDMADE.  pretty cool.  make sure you check it out and tell your friends.  they also have a blog for the store.  check it out here.

shoe want

i can't get these shoes out of my mind.  i'm not normally a mocassin type girl- give me a ballet flat any day of the week.  but i am just loving these from jcrew:

cute, no? too bad they're $108.

letters

dear consumerism:
i hate the hold you have over me.
x leslie

dear velvet:
i want to start a love affair with you. alright?
x leslie

dear youtube:
i love you.
x leslie

dear self:
i like you.
x leslie

dear santa:
you should eat more fruits and veggies. i want you to live forever.
x leslie

A Little Early

for a Christmas wish list, but if there are Christmas lights out in Paris, it's good enough for me.


- an oversized, big, comfy, man sweater to sleep in during the winter (example)
- anything in blue, but i prefer deep navy or royal blues (example, example, example, example)
- black or grey with detail (example, example, example, example)
- black purse (example)
- boots (example, example)
- books (example, example, example, example, example, example)
- chocolate

Love, Etc.

I smell like Love. No joke. It's so great! Perfect birthday gift to me!

Um, please?

here are a few lovelies that would look fantastic with my other objects.


These lovely heels from Anthropologie


Men's Sweater from Gap


Avani Earrings by Tree and Kimball

Birthday Countdown

As requested by a few, and through my own materialism, I am going to count down to my birthday by sharing an object or two I have on my wish-list. (How terrible am I?!)

** Note: if any one thinks I am a selfish, consumerist pig, just know this is a WISH-list emphasis on the wish. I do not expect any of these things to magically arrive on my doorstep for my birthday. I won't even be disappointed if they don't. I just like sharing current lusts. **

XANDRA LACE EARRINGS by WHITEOWL. Price: $22



Dark but romantic.

Also,
PEASANT-TIED CARDIGAN by ANTHROPOLOGIE. Price $68



Yum.

One Month...

Alright, I leave for Paris in less than a month! AHH! So excited!



I've done a lot of clothes shopping for the trip, but I still need some things.

What I've Got:
- Navy Trench Coat (Zara £40, SALE)
- Black Straight Leg Jeans (Boden £49, expensive, but they fit GREAT!)
- Dark Wash "Uptown" Jeans (Boden £59, expensive, fit GREAT, need to be hemmed.)
- Stripped Green Jumper (Zara $19, SALE)
- Black Velvet Pencil Skirt (Boden £49, yum! Will be great for nights out!)
- "I Am NOT a Plastic Bag" Bag (Portebello Road £5, perfect size for my new camera!)

What I'm waiting for:
- Canon XOS Rebel (Canon, Price ND, I'm excited to practice with this baby!)
- New Makeup (Covergirl, $20 all together)
- French Scriptures (LDS Distribution Center, forgot price)
- MACBook (Apple, Pride ND, YAY!)
- iTouch (Free with MACBook)

What I still need (but mostly just want):
- Messenger Bag (I've got my eye on this one)
- Sparkly Headbands (like this one, and this one)
- Wool Knee High Socks to layer with boots(like these)
- Hem my green dress
- Small pouch wallet
- More cute jewelry

I'm going to be broke BEFORE I get to Paris. Oh dear.

Lush

One of the UK's best assets us this store called Lush. It is an amazing store that offers all natural soaps, lotions, bath products, shampoos, conditioners, shaving creme, perfume... basically it offers all natural hygiene products. Yum. They smell divine. They feel divine. And they're not that expensive. (£2.99 for an all natural bubble bath.)

My lovely grandparents bought me £15 worth as a thank you. Yum, yum, yum. Best thank you present ever. This is what I got:One Vanilla Fountain
Two Dreamtime bath meltsOne French KissOne Aqua MirabilisOne AmandopondoA chunk of Milky Bar (for free! as a sample as well as a fantastic asparagus face mask!)

Yes, I got all of that for £15. Amazing, huh?

Sweet Little Nothings

I really like these pictures from etsy seller, Fréya Art & Design.


I found them at this site. They are just so adorable. Check out her stuff. They really are sweet.

The Definition of Happiness

I've recently been reading a blog that showcases its readers and lists the 10 things that really make them happy. I've decided to do the same thing, but without sending it to some one else.


- Coming home and having my two dogs go crazy with excitement
- Listening to The Beetles
- Hearing old men whistle or hum while walking down the street
- Drinking tea or hot chocolate
- Having blogs to read
- Seeing little school boys ride their scooters home after school
- Getting hugs
- Walking through gardens
- Smelling/ seeing the bouquet of flowers in our kitchen
- Freshly laundered clothing and sheets