Beautiful Bride: Chelsea Clinton

I have been eagerly awaiting Chelsea Clinton wedding photos since I heard the former First Daughter was marrying Marc Mezvinsky awhile ago and I haven't been disappointed. Of course I don't know Chelsea Clinton, but I like her. She seems so normal and down-to-earth and she and her new husband seem genuinely in love. I really hope they have a wonderful life together.

I love this picture and her Vera Wang!

The wedding was held on July 31st at Astor Court in Rhinebeck.

The groom's suit and Bill's tie were reportedly designed

by Christopher Bailey of Burberry.

Hillary (in Oscar de la Renta) and Bill arriving at the pre-wedding party.

I would love to see what the reception decor was like!

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Chelsea and Mark in the early days. Aren't they cute?

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See photos of the welcome bag given to guests.

So what do you think of Chelsea's wedding look?

Wanderlust Fashion: Edinburgh.

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Girl shops Anthro

Kitchen rug

I can't believe I don't have this.

Inspiration

A candle holder

Mr. Giraffe

Flicker

Hoot, hoot

Anthropologie shopping is so much fun.

Night Shots.

Clifton

Weekend Eye Candy - Gilbert Adrian Suit

Just look at the geometric precision used in constructing this 1940s suit by Gilbert Adrian! A simple stripe fabric is cut and resewn at various angles. Each of the stripes is precisely matched in an intricate marvel of design. I am in love.

Wanderlust Fashion: Mexico City.

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Wanderlust Fashion: Berlin.

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This is the best costume of the day

Yoo hoo, Edie.

Is it too early for Hallow's Eve ideas? I think not.

Like No Foundation Foundation? Wait Until You Try Cold Plasma!

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

Our last Dr. Perricone giveaway (a Summer Survival Kit that included No Foundation Foundation and Citrus Face Wash) got a great response, so I was very happy when the nice people at Perricone MD offered to host another. This time you have a chance to win a jar of Cold Plasma, Dr. Perrione's revolutionary product that helps to "correct the ten most visible signs of aging."

If you'd like to try Cold Plasma, and don't want to wait until the winner of this giveaway is chosen, just head to the Perricone MD site to get a free sample of the product (you're on the hook for shipping only).

How To Enter

Leave a comment letting me know why you want/need/crave your very own jar of Cold Plasma.

Extra Entries

One extra entry if you blog, tweet or Facebook about this giveaway.

Good Luck and Happy Weekend!

Contest open until August 5, 2010.

Winner will be chosen at random.
Sorry international readers!
Giveaway open to Canada and U.S. residents only.

{late-summer sunshine}

. . . one of those mornings where a million things are happening at once and the week has gotten away a little . . . a few lovely things planned for the day as well as weekend wishes & links later on, and before we know it, another summer weekend . . .

{anja rubik by carter smith via studded hearts, also here}

Wanderlust Fashion: Paris.

 

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Nicole at the gym

Nicole Richie was spotted out at the gym in Los Angeles, yesterday, July 29.
Sporting a white top with black leggings and sneakers Miss Richie looked exhausted after her sweat session.





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Nicole Richie in Asos magazine, August 2010

Nicole Richie appears in the August issue of Asos magazine, UK.
I know we have seen the pictures already, but the interview is interesting.






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Sweet Nature Designs Scarf: A Review

Sweet Nature Designs Summer Cotton Scarf - Lavender with Brown Branches

The first time I spotted Beth Tobey's Etsy shop Sweet Nature Designs I was smitten. There are great printed products from kitchen towels to bags as well as paintings and jewellery. I was beyond excited when Beth offered to send me one of her cotton summer scarves to review. Winter or summer, I think scarves really add something to an outfit. The package from Sweet Nature Designs came beautifully wrapped and inside was a very pretty, lightweight lavender scarf printed with fetching branches.

Because the cotton of the scarf is so lightweight I've been wearing it all summer. The scarf is the perfect length and weight to wrap in all different fashions and, although thin, it helps when the AC in my office reaches temperatures that only keep penguins comfortable. I've received tons of compliments on my Sweet Nature Designs scarf and was happy to find that it washes well with no damage to the printed branches.

Green Cotton Summer Scarf with Silver Flowers

The scarves are 100% cotton (93" x 16" or 236 cm x 41 cm) with raw edges for the perfect casual look. Sweet Nature offers the style in a range of colours and designs to compliment every taste and outfit.

Orange Life Floursack Kitchen Towel

I also have my eye on the shop's tea towels, each of which is printed with a different quote or design.

Gray Cotton Beach Bag with Branches

Sweet Nature Designs' cotton beach bags are perfect for toting around

everything you need every day and, of course, to the beach of pool.

Life is Pretty Cool Green Linen Tea Towel

If you would like a chance to win your own Sweet Nature Designs scarf then check back next week for a great giveaway! In the meantime head over to Beth's shop to nab one of her fab items for yourself.

I received a Summer Scarf from Sweet Nature Designs to facilitate this review.

The opinions expressed here are mine and mine alone.

Back to School Separates - 1955

If you were a teen or young 20-something in 1955, this is what you wanted for back-to-school, back-to-college, or for casual wear.

Jantzen separates were offered in lots of co-ordinating colors. You could mix-and-match their sweaters with pants, skirts, and Bermuda shorts. Prices ranged from $7.95 - $19.95 in 1955 ($65.00 to $164.00 in today's dollar).

More separates from Jantzen.
Orlon sweaters from various manufacturers were worn with pants and skirts.

Thermo-Jac "boy-inspired" khakis, plaid shirts, and plaid lined jackets. Pants sold for $5.98, shirt $4.98, and jacket $6.98 in 1955 (about $49.00, $41.00, and $57.00 in today's dollar).

Cotton long sleeved blouses by Laura Mae were so well priced, you had money to burn! All sold for $2.98 in 1955 (about $24.00 in today's dollar).

All photos from 1955 advertisements.