Random Tuesdays

Inspired by an article in Teen Vogue, I decided to try my hand at 80's makeup, but with a more wearable everyday look in mind. I probably need more blush and bigger hair to look truly 80's:








I was tagged by the wonderful Libs, of Not Here to Please You, to find black things in my bedroom. Little did Libs know that my whole room (and apartment) is decorated in black and white, so I'll just show you a few things.

Black headboard, frames, drawings and quilt:




Black and white portrait of my great grandfather as a little boy:




Now, this little bear isn't black, but I had to show him to you. He's a Christmas ornament:



And last, I added a new item to my shop- hand drawn bow tote bag:




Thank so very much for all the lovely comments on yesterday's look!! I'm glad you liked it.

P.S. Holiday Look #2 is tomorrow!!

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Holiday Preview and Blog Awards

Starting tomorrow and continuing for the next few weeks, I will be posting holiday inspired looks. Outfits perfect for both city living and rusticating; parties and brunch. Here's a sneak peak of tomorrow's post:


I am long overdue in thanking so many lovely bloggers that have given such wonderful awards!! If I have by accident forgotten an award you gave me, please let me know!

Rose, of Roses R Red and Rosie Sue's Closet, was sweet enough to give me two awards! Thank you Rose!




Sophie, of Teacups and Saucers, gave me the Love Ya award. Thank you Sophie!

Mo, of Me, Mo and Myself, Tegan, of Tegan on Toast, and Friend in Fashion gave me the Awesome Blogger award! Thank you Mo, Tegan and Friend in Fashion!
Trishiekoh, of Under Lock and Key, also gave me the Sugar Doll award! Thank you Trishiekoh!




Clochette, of In the Mood for Trend, gave me the Creative Blogger award! Thank you Clochette!
Anne, of A Cup Full of Sunshine, gave me the Beautiful Blogger award! Thank you Anne!

Missy, of The Fashion Fusion, was kind enough to give me three awards! Thank you Missy!




Quincy, of Q's Daydream, gave me the Over the Top award! Thank you Quincy!

1. Where is your phone? In pajama pocket
2. Your hair? Bedhead
3. Your Mother? Crazy busy
4. Your Father? In China on business
5. Your favorite food? Fried ice cream
6. Your dream last night? Very weird
7. Your favorite drink? Vernors
8. Your dream/goal? Starting my own business
9. What room are you in? Living room
10. Your hobbie? Hair bows and Drawing
11. Your fear? Dying young
12. (is missing)
13. Where were you last night? Enjoying a bonfire
14. Something that you're not? Organized
15. Muffins? Cinnamon crumb
16. Wishlist item? Dresses, shoes, coats
17. Where did you grow up? Royal Oak, MI
18. Last thing you did? Drink my cranberry orange juice
19. What are you wearing? Pjs
20. Your TV? Off
21. Your pets? Wellington and Pipin
22. Friends? Lovely
23. Your life? Busy, but nice
24. Your mood? Sleepy
25. Missing someone? Sister
26. Vehicle? Jeep
27. Something you're not wearing? Socks
28. Your favorite store? U.O.
29. Your favorite color? Red
30. The last time you cried? Yesterday
31. Whens the last time you laughed? Just now
32. Your best friend? Cole
33. One place that I go to over and over? Torch Lake
34. Facebook? Yes
35. Where do you eat? Jolly Pumpkin in Ann Arbor

I have one more blog award that I will post tomorrow since it requires photos.

Also, I want to say Hello to all my new readers and followers!! Thank you so much for the sweet comments!

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Blog Awards & Preview

I've been a very lucky girl. Many lovely bloggers have given me awards. Some I have already received, a few I had not. Either way, I am most grateful! I am posting and passing along the awards I have not received before:

A big thank you to The Sydney Girl for giving me the "Your Blog is Fabulous" award!

This award goes to: A Cup Full of Sunshine.



A heartfelt thank you to Dustjacket Attic for the "Over the Top" award!

This award goes to: Roll Up Your Sleeves.


Lots of love to Dream Sequins for the "Fancy Pants" award!

This award goes to: Curious Mel.


Kisses to Roses r Red for the "Splash" award!

This award goes to: Fashion Champagne.


Hugs to My Passport to Style for the "Stylish Blogger" award!

This award goes to: Marmelindela



Best wishes to The Panty Drawer for the "Superior Scribbler" award!

This award goes to: Life or Something Like It.


I'll leave you with a little preview of tomorrow's post...

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Haberdashery & Menagerie

Check out the amazing things Cole bought on eBay:

A gorgeous navy pinstripe Brooks Brothers suit:


And an awesome plaid Ralph Lauren sportcoat (that I found for him):


There is nothing sexier than a well dressed man, no?!



The ever lovely Katrina, of Pugly Feet, used my pic for her Colour Lover palette. Always adoring Katrina's gorgeous palettes, I felt quite honored.




And last, but not least, the incredibly sweet Laia, of Let Me Feel Like a Doll, gave me the smile award!! Which was incredibly flattering considering how much her blog makes me smile!!

Here are the rules:
1. You have to post a song that makes you happy.
2. You can tag as many people as you want, there is no limit.
3. Say at least one thing about each blog you tag, that will make them smile, something nice about their blog that makes you smile when you read it!

The song Sunglasses at Night, by Corey Hart, never ceases to make me happy. Mostly because I remember as a little girl, lying in bed wearing my sunglasses, singing along to this song and feeling oh so cool. ;)

(click play button on the left)
I wanted to post the actual music video but the embedding was disabled, you can watch it here.

I'm passing the award along to:

Meaghan, of Left Hand Endeavor and Quincy, of Q's Daydream. They are both new blogging friends and finding new blogs always makes me smile. Not to mention that they are both incredibly beautiful with amazing taste in vintage clothes and superb etsy shops!!

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Family Photos and Blog Awards

In honor of Papa Howard's 90th birthday, I'm posting two lovely pictures of Cole's grandparents, Howard and Letitia.

Howard and Letitia on their wedding day:


Are they not the most perfect wartime couple!?


And Letitia with her high school field hockey team:


For those of you who don't know, Letitia's name makes up the Letty part of Lulu Letty.


I have been very fortunate to receive several awards in the last week!

• The lovely Sharon, of My Passport to Style, gave me the Irresistible Blog Award!
• The very sweet Mermaid, of Twinkle Magpies, gave me both the Your Blog is Better than Ice Cream and The Circle of Friends awards.
• The too kind Sherin and Leia, of Hi Fashion, gave me the Bloglovin' award.
• And the wonderful Mo, of Me, Mo and Myself, gave me both the Blogger Buddie and I Give Good Blog awards!
Thank you so so very much for all the awards, they never cease to make me feel loved!

I am passing all of the above awards to:

Orange Sugar Home
Sweet Nothing
Let Me Feel Like a Doll
Leproust Vintage
Torie Jayne

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