The coolest throw pillow ever

{Need It. Want It. Now.}

Sylvia Cook "Dreaming in Color" Throw Pillow

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Rest among the art you love. Transform your hang out room into a hip gallery, that’s also comfortable. Looking to complete a room full of solids with a unique print or illustration? Need to add a pop to your space? Create an environment that reflects your unique style?  Cultivate all of this with a home accessory we like to call the Sylvia Cook "Dreaming in Color" throw pillow! It’s amazing what a throw pillow can do to complete a room. (kess is not responsible for pillow fighting that may occur as the result of creative stimulation)

Rag & Bone is always a fashion DO!

{Need It. Want It. Now.}

Rag & Bone Aviator Bomber

 

Take flight in this woven black and white aviator jacket. It’s made us eager for a little nip in the air.

Available at rag-bone.com, $595.

CB's Obsession of the Day

Kinda in love with these hot pink smoking flats as seen on Jessica Alba.





Jessica Alba knows her way around a bright color palette — whether it be blue mirrored Westward Leaning sunglasses paired with emerald green trousers or a statement necklace worn over an electric yellow sweater, she's got it down. It comes as no surprise (but rather, a welcomed reinvention), then, that her latest outfit is a subtle play on pink-hued accents. And let's just skip right to the good part: her bright neon pink Charles Philip smoking slippers.


[Courtesy of FabSugar] 

Rainbow Roses

February Sweet Treats

Rocq Macarons Sweetheart Collection

We didn't think desserts could get more elegant than a delicate French macaroon. But then we opened a box from the Rocq Macarons Sweetheart Collection ($65) - they're heart-shaped! Rocq ships each box of delights in a temperature-regulated fortress, so they'll reach you and your sweetheart in pristine condition. Share bites of rich red velvet, fruity mango peach, fresh raspberry, and perfectly-paired chocolate and strawberry. If only our every dessert could be as indulgent as these beauties

[Courtesy of Outblush] 


 

Pottery Barn Nesting Heart Bowls

These Nesting Heart Bowls ($19) reminded us of "i carry your heart with me." Wouldn't they make a great Valentine's gift accompanied by a copy of the poem?

[Courtesy of Outblush] 

 
 Hearts Aflutter Cuff Bracelet
 
While it takes a lot to make our hearts skip a beat (like this photo of Ewan McGregor and his puppy!), we will admit to feeling a little flutter when we spotted the Hearts Aflutter Cuff Bracelet ($58). So while our chances of meeting Ewan face-to-face are mighty slim, the chances that this cute cuff will soon be gracing our wrists is high. We take what we can get!

[Courtesy of Outblush] 
 

Our First "Official" Wedding Photo

Carrie + Michael's Destination Miami Beach Wedding • November 3, 2012

Our Wedding Video Preview!

Carrie + Michael's Destination Miami Beach Wedding

November 3, 2012 • Miami Beach

from Senderey Video Productions

Eliza Dear - "Exhale" 

Song Licensed by Song Freedom

Carrie and Michael from Senderey Video Productions on Vimeo.

Carrie + Michael's Wedding

Carrie + Michael's Destination Miami Beach Wedding

November 3, 2012 • Miami Beach

Check out Carrie + Michael's Wedding on Deco DJ's Blog: 

Destination Wedding - Miami Beach!

It’s a couple hours before sunset. The bride is dressed, makeup’s flawless, every strand of hair in its proper place. She walks down the lobby of  The Palm Holet, Miami Beach and makes her way over to the sand. Ocean waves are crashing, and the sunlight is falling around her in such a way that the scene becomes surreal.  

Carrie and Michael's wedding was vibrancy and richness with color. With both being from Chicago, it’s a given that Carrie and Michael wanted a South Beach style wedding and their guests excited and entertained; so it’s no surprise that every detail dazzled. From the Bride’s glittery dress to the acrylic reception chairs and glimmering white ambiance of the ballroom, it was impossible not to feel like this night was going to be one to remember. After the beach side wedding ceremony, the couple along with their guests were escorted in the Queens Ballroom where Deco DJs greeted the family to some South Beach Lounge and Chill music.

Carrie and Micheal - The Palms Wedding from Deco DJs on Vimeo.

We also created a south beach feel with Aqua Up-Lighting decor and a custom monogram. Following dinner the party began! Carrie and Michael danced the night away to a mix of current Top 40, Alternative Rock and Motown!!  

Thank you, Carrie and Michael for choosing Deco DJs and letting us be a part of such a beautiful and magical destination wedding with you!

 Venue: The Palms, Miami Beach | Music: Deco DJs | Lighting: Deco DJs | Monogram: Deco DJs

Are You Happy?

'Are You Happy' print by Moongadget

 $25.00

Smells Like Chicago

Get a whiff of the Windy City. For its latest city-themed scent, boutique fragrance maker Bond No. 9 pays tribute to Chicago with a 3.4-ounce perfume sold exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue, starting today. In a blue bottle adorned with Swarovski crystals in the shape of a saxophone, the limited-edition offering nods to Chicago's roaring 1920s rich blues musical tradition, with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and pineapple leaves.

A 3.4 once bottle of the scent retails for a whopping $365.

Retro Future Ads For Facebook, YouTube, Skype & Twitter

Sao Paulo ad agency Moma Propaganda created a wondeful series of retro future ads for Facebook, YouTube andSkype as part of the “Everything Ages Fast” ad campaign for Maximidia Seminars.

Moma Propaganda has added a new Twitter ad to the series.

via This Isn’t Happiness & Ads of The World

The Look For Less: The LBD

Ah, the Little Black Dress. I'm kind of obsessed with the amazing fashion find CeeBee scored today at Nordstrom Rack. I'm not the patient type who can deal with scouring the endless racks of mish-moshed colors, styles and sizes at discount stores.


To my surprise, this Laundry by Shelli Segal Floral Appliqué Dress caught my eye all the way in the back of store. It fits perfectly -  the black flowy jersey material is comfortable, and the rosette appliques trim on the double V neckline are girly and gorgeous. For bustier figures, the ruched botice provides the right amount of support and coverage. 

Even better, Nordstrom Rack is currently selling the dress for $44! It currently retails for $195. Classic, girly, and major bargain - LOVES IT.


UPDATE: Even better, I finally ended my search for the perfect open-toe black pump to wear with dresses or weddings/formal attire. 

Kelly & Katie Take A Bow Pump at DSW


* Black satin = perfect for evening. 
* Oversize bow = too cute. 
* Hidden front platform = super comfy for wide feet.
* Slingback style = stays on your foot AND the heel height is just right. 
* The nice price = $39.95 plus I got 30% off for batting my lashes at the manager and telling him the display shoe caused the slingback to be stretched out. Never hurts to ask, I scored $10 off.


LOVE IT!

Visual Blurbs

Today I discovered a cute and witty blog of images - perfect for sarcastic and creative types like myself. 


Illustrator Alex Noriega posts funny little illustrations on his blog Stuff No One Told Me that capture some of life's simple lessons - some emotional, some angry, some funny, some kind of dirty, and some just silly - but all equally entertaining. Here's some of my favorites!

Cool Ad Campaign: Stella McCartney

I just stumbled upon this post from the Coco+Kelley blog.



You know how I always say that I love design with a sense of humour? 

This is exactly what I'm talking about. Still chic and gorgeous, but with that touch of whimsy that lets people know that we're not taking it all so seriously. Completed by the fact that they chose Natalia Vodianova for the shoot. She's hands-down my fave.

Aloha Hawaii

I recently returned from a week in beautiful Maui, Hawaii. Below are some of my favorite photos I captured while exploring this tropical paradise! These shots were taken with my Olympus Stylus 720. (Click on any photo to view it at full size.)

I spent a day in Los Angeles en route to Hawaii. No trip to Hollywood could possibly be complete without a visit to the celebrity-loved Kitson on Robertson.

Beautifully manicured grounds at the Wailea Beach Marriot Resort + Spa. Absolute paradise! 

View of the pool and ocean at the Wailea Beach Marriot Resort + Spa. It doesn't get much better than this!

This is the adult infinity pool – check out how you almost can't even see where the edge of pool ends and the ocean begins. Unbelievable!

 

On an adventure rafting tour to the Kanai Coast, my boyfriend stuck my waterproof camera under water and tried to capture a school of dolphins - unbelievably lucky that this shot came out so well!

Incredible shot of a seat turtle taken under water while snorkeling