Luxe Living: 2014 Thanksgiving Decor & Style

 A few things I'm thankful for...

-A supportive family. Parents who continue to help me in any way they can. A sister who I love. 

-My pets who bring so much joy into my life.

-A job where I have freedom, fun and friends.

-Transportation. Travel. 

-Memories. 

-My home. The city I live.

-The internet which inspires and guides me every day.

-Health. My own and those around me.

-Optimism...

Last year's Thanksgiving post can be found here.

Now Playing: "To Build A Home" by The Cinematic Orchestra

*I feel like this is a good one for Thanksgiving. I've always lived in a stone house. Really like the sound, lyrics, vocals...

Pinterest Monthly: March 2014

I've been really loving emeralds lately as I recently bought my sister a ring for her upcoming 30th birthday. This antique one from 1850 is stunning!

I've never really been a major fan of tulips but I've been appreciating them. Spring is in the air.

Admiring this painting by Gustav Klimt.

I really want a Pink Box tool box for my makeup collection. Would also work well for storing accessories, jewelry and skincare products. I actually like black but don't want my products to blend in with the drawers.

The Deluxe Syntho Fan Brush by Crown Brush. Picked this up on HauteLook. Love it for highlighting.

Word!

The bed inside the closet. Yes. via one of my favorite sites, Apartment Therapy.

Antipasti Bites. I very rarely eat meat but when I do, it's usually salami. Love this recipe.

Ever since I was little girl, despite being born, raised and educated in the Catholic religion, I've been drawn to Wicca. I've been studying this copy and fascinated by its contents.

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Now Playing: "Heaven" by The Walkmen
*Perfectly used in the series finale of tonight's How I Met Your Mother.
PS: I totally predicted that ending from the first episode. 

Luxe Living: The Book Nook

“I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book! When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.” 
-Jane Austen

Whether you're a fan of whimsical fairy tales, epic novels or an avid nonfiction reader, everyone deserves a special place to curl up with their favorite piece of literature. A book nook is a creative way to add a personal touch to your home. You don't need a monstrous library or an entire room but a small corner of the house makes for a relaxing spot to unwind.

A simple bookshelf, lamp, cozy chair, throw pillow and blanket are a great place to start. I like to burn a candle and often listen to soft music while I read, so a table and nearby power sockets are also convenient.














Now Playing: Classical WQED
*Love to listen to classical music while I read or take a bath :)