So Rentable: PERSUASION.

I'm in full Jane Austen mode.  I'm finally getting around to reading the books for the first time.  {I know, why haven't I read them yet?!} To inspire cracking open another book, I rented PERSUASION. What I love about British films is that it's not about being tragically gorgeous, it's about the characterization and acting chops.  No one was classically attractive in this movie, and I loved it all the more. Grab a cup of tea, put on your Snuggie, and watch Anne get her groove back with Captain Wentworth.  Image found {here.}

Graffiti: Spotted on Los Feliz Power Box.

My Best Friend: Pg. 56 of O Magazine.

How many people can say that their best friend is in a current running ad for Bank of America, in Oprah's magazine?  I can.  Amber Ford, you are my best friend, and I love you.  You look so freaking adorable.

Rude, crude, and lewd desert gifts.

Growing up in Arizona I've seen every desert tchotchke, from any given four corners gift shop. After my weekend jaunt to Phoenix, I've found that the desert has reached an all time low.  I found this 'keepsake' at a truck stop near Blythe.  It took me a few seconds to register the strategic placement of the cacti.  So gross, and yet....so humorous.

Creativity Tuesday: Gothic Gift Tags.

This year my Holiday wrapping aesthetic was inspired by my favorite director Tim Burton.  A black and white theme has taken precedence over that of red and green motifs. I made personalized luggage tags tied with a snippet of black ribbon.  Another cool tag alternative would be my U.O. price tag book marks {here.}  And lastly, I also found another great free, printable tag option via My Paper Crane {here.}

DIY Wall Paper.

Last week I was washed over with a fit of inspiration.  I plucked impressionist prints out of an old book that husband purchased for me.  I removed my polaroid wall as seen {here.}  And lined the dreamlike images in rows and columns, taping them to the wall with masking tape.  I'm in love.  It truly adds warmth and panache to our space.  More photos to come.  

What I Wore Wednesday: Black and White.

Bryan broke our tripod. I'm currently using one of his guitar cases in it's stead, and balancing my camera on it vertically. It has not been a fun adjustment. Hence my recent photos being cooky and irregular. Today's Outfit ingredients:

1. Husband's cozy gingham shirt


2. Vintage pencil skirt:  $5.00 Salvation Army


3. Red in the Face Belt:  $1.99 Goodwill


4. Clock Watcher Earrings:  Borrowed from Kira


5. Black Soul Flats:  $115.00 KCNY


6. Mini Saddle Bag:  $9.99 Ecote