I hope everyone had an wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, enjoying it with family, friends, resting, celebrating, whatever was best for you in your world. And today, I say let the festivities continue with a warm fuzzy cocktail. This was inspired by some yumminess I had at A Taste Of Western a few months ago. I HAD to recreate it, or at least come close to it! It's perfect after a long day of shopping in the brisk cool air, coming back home to … [Read more...]
Polished Nails and Holiday Party
If you're a beauty lover, especially into nails, you know manicures are one of the hottest pinned images in the Pinterest and beauty world. And I always wondered where in the world could someone get that detailed nail art? Here. Meet Polished Nails in Yukon and Oklahoma City. I have to say, this is NOT just a regular nail salon. I prefer to call this a "Nail Spa" because that's exactly what it is. A nail SPA. … [Read more...]
Gift Guide from the #westernscout
We are just ONE MONTH away from Christmas you guys... ONE MONTH.... as in 4 1/2 weeks away. Are you done with your shopping? Because I know I'm not. So, I'm going to make all of your lives easier, especially my Oklahoma City friends. Most of you know I have been so blessed to be the #WesternScout for the Western Avenue district, sharing everything wonderful and awesome and fabulous and what's happening with everyone … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Classics With Detail
You guys know I love to find great finds. I'm always building upon my wardrobe with my "investment" pieces, looking for those classics that will never go out of style, and still look modern and fresh. Such was the case when I came upon this cream tweed coat by Karolina Zmarlak at Liberte'. Yes, I did just talk about her style yesterday. Well, I splurged on this beautiful coat on sale. It's seriously SO amazing, I can't even … [Read more...]
Fashion Forward: Karolina Zmarlak
So often when boutiques have trunk shows, we get to meet the wonderful reps that take the clothing line to their stockists, but it isn't often that the designer herself makes the appearance with the clothing. Well last week, the young talented Karolina Zmarlak came to Oklahoma City for a trunk show at Liberte' in Classen Curve. And she was the coolest chic ever to meet! I loved hearing her describe her clothing to me... Her style very … [Read more...]
Say Cheese
Say Cheese! Yes... Cheese please! Like all kinds of it, like how to use it, like what goes with what, as in pairings of the sorts. Did you know that there are CHEESE EXPERTS out there? And WE, as in Oklahoma City, have one right in our very own backyard. Meet Kehau. She is the ONLY Certified Cheese Professional in the entire state of Oklahoma. She received this prestigious award with the American Cheese Society. And you can find … [Read more...]
Red Dress Surprise
Holiday parties will be here before we know it, and we all know how much I adore the LBD, but red is always a hot color, perfect for any type of festivity, from a hot dinner date, to church, to a cocktail party. I've said it before. It's all in the accessories. This fabulous LRD, available at Bow and Arrow Boutique in Oklahoma City, has just the right amount of surprise to it. First glance, it looks very simple from the front, but the minute … [Read more...]
Drum Pendant Chandelier
Sometimes changing one thing up in a room can give a completely different look. It could be changing the furniture around. It could be removing something from the space. In this case, I'm adding to my space. I've done something like this before but changed it up instead of adding to it. You can see it HERE. I've had this fabulous light fixture from Luxe Objects now for about 6 … [Read more...]
A Taste of Western
I'm so excited for another fabulous local event in our awesome community on Western Avenue coming up soon and I want YOU (all of my local friends, sorry London, Australia, Canada and everywhere else... I wish you could be here with us!) to join me. This is A Taste of Western. A fusion event of art and cuisine featuring 15 restaurants 4 wine brokers 9 local artists transforming our community into a gallery of art … [Read more...]
Luxe Home Accessories
Yesterday I shared a bit of my home and had big issues... TV placement, wall tearing up or keeping as is, but I think what makes a room special are all the extras that was place in our space. On our coffee tables, in our bookshelves, on our sideboards and end tables. They're the little "sprinkles" for our room. Kinda like our jewelry is to a great outfit, these home accessories make our rooms sparkle just a bit more. I recently found some … [Read more...]
LBD: Black Twist Dress and Statement Boots
You guys know one of my favorite things in a closet is a little black dress (LBD). So when I come across one that I LOVE, well, I just must show you! I was recently in CK and Company and these two pieces caught my eye in a huge way... This lightweight jersey black twist dress from Helmut Lang has just enough detail on it with a twisted knot in the front and the unfinished criss cross layering across the front hem. It's a simple … [Read more...]
MUB Serenity+Scott Cosmetics Giveaway
The MakeUp Bar has been every Oklahoma City beauty addict's haven for 13 years. They have been the spot to go to for everything beauty, from big names like Nars and Chantecaille to new up can coming brands like Honestly Margo {wink!}. One line that they are the EXCLUSIVE retailers in the state is Serenity+Scott. It's always great to come across a cosmetic line that has great pigment, that has a feel of glamour and ultra luxury, but doesn't … [Read more...]
Gold Plated
I had the most delightful pleasure of having a cooking class for a few of my girlfriends and myself last week hosted by Joanna Gold, owner of Gold Plated Personal Chef Services. (Ok, can I first say how LUCKY of a gal to have that last name??? GOLD? I have told Joanna that before... and it is SO fitting for our experience... ) I've never hired a personal chef before, but let me tell you, the service that she and her staff provide are … [Read more...]
GreekFestOKC
It's that time of year again where all the feta-loving, baklava eating, music lovers come together and celebrate the Greek culture in Oklahoma City. Our 30th one! #GreekFestOKC2014 Delicious homemade food... yes... all made here by hand... From the dinner plate... To one of many booths in the tent with MORE food.. gyros being OF COURSE one of the main ones, because no one makes it better than the Greeks … [Read more...]
Whole Foods OKC and a Giveaway
All of us OKC folks are pretty excited to have this well known grocer in our neighborhood. Whole Foods OKC is so much more than a natural / organic grocery store. I didn't know that. I just thought it was this place to get natural, organic things, or maybe hard to find things. Little did I know it has WAY more beyond that to offer its patrons. Catering, a concierge with a personal shopping service, locally grown and made products are … [Read more...]
Classic Swing Dress
Last week for the #FirstThursdaysFashionShow, I was going to be wearing an outfit from On A Whim. They have some of my favorite brands, like alice + olivia, Rebecca Taylor, AG Jeans, Splendid, Rebecca Minkoff, Cynthia Vincent to name a few. Well, the plan was to wear something a little more on the edgy side, but I then got the message that I would be one of the emcees. Sooooooo I decided to get back to a classic considering my new role. Not … [Read more...]
It’s A Wrap: Five Things…
What a wonderful and FULL week it has been, and with that, some thoughts to share and recap.... actually five things... 1. Keep your eyes open for opportunities to bless someone. Some of my personal friends know what happened last week to me with two strangers... I swear you never know when you're being tested. I had tears the rest of the evening because I felt a much higher being all around me and all over me I cannot even begin to … [Read more...]
Preppy Chic Skirt Styling
As fall is upon us, one of the trends we're going to see is a very preppy and masculine influence on women's wear. And, you've heard me talking about this First Thursdays Fashion Show coming up, well this might be one of the looks you'll be seeing if you're a local and spending the evening with us. From CK and Company, we put together this sleek neoprene skirt, with faux fur on the front side with a retro and … [Read more...]
European Modern Furniture: BD Home
Right in our own back yard in Classen Curve lies this gem of a furniture store, unlike any other I've seen in my area. It's one of those places that has things that you see in fabulous interior design magazines, like Elle Decor or Veranda or Town & Country. BD Home is an upscale furniture store designed to meet the needs of those desiring unique European modern contemporary high end furnishings. Most things on the floor … [Read more...]
Welcoming West Elm
A few weeks back I shared the excitement and anticipation of the upcoming arrival of West Elm in our hood here. Well, the day came (last week when my site was in the process of re-launching), and I couldn't be more thrilled to show you some goodness from what they have to offer... I got to have a sneak peek before they opened to doors to the preview party and the grand opening and am excited to share it with … [Read more...]
