June, 2010 Archive

Black + White = Inspiration

black and white flooring kitchen 5 Black + White = Inspiration

As much as I like the spectator look in fashion (which is a lot!)  I also like it in flooring.  Once upon a time I owned a condo in which most of the first floor was done in black and white tile.  It was that way when I moved in…and it soon became one of my favorite things.

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Designer Laptops

OPI Dell Netbook 1 Designer Laptops

Basic laptops aren’t so basic anymore.  Recently, a butterfly embellished model was spotted as an accessory on the Vivienne Tam runway.

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Finding Inspiration

porch swing Finding Inspiration

Do you ever have those days when inspiration seems elusive?  What do you do to snap out of it?

Personally, I have a checklist of sorts.  I usually flip through books, magazines and beautiful blogs.  Then if that doesn’t do the trick I like to work on some sort of project (even if it’s just cleaning) or get out into nature.

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Turquoise Tuesday

Spring turquoise dress Turquoise Tuesday

Welcome to Turquoise Tuesday!  This week’s line up begins with the artwork of talented Laura Trevey of Bright, Bold and Beautiful on Etsy.  For this Girlie Girl print or others, please check out all of Laura’s work here.  Have a fantastic day!

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Currently Coveting: Gathered & Draped Details

anthropologie shirt 1 Currently Coveting: Gathered & Draped Details

I am just giddy about these fashions from Anthropologie!  With unique gathers and/or figure-flattering draping, they are all so feminine.  Don’t you love it when a basic is beautifully reinvented?

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Quote of the Week

flower market Quote of the Week

If you realized how powerful your thoughts are, you would never think a negative thought.

~Peace Pilgrim

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OPI Summer Beauty Giveaway-CLOSED

girl with balloons OPI Summer Beauty Giveaway CLOSED

***UPDATE – This giveaway is now closed. The winner is CHRISTINE! Congrats to her and thanks to everyone who entered!***

Summer is a great time to get pedicures (or manicures) in unexpected colors…like purple sparkles or green.  Perfect timing for the OPI Beauty Giveaway on DailyDivaDish!

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Weekend Wishes

balcony patio dining Weekend Wishes

Good morning!  What are your plans for this weekend?  Perhaps something on the 10 Things to do (at least once) this Summer list?  Wouldn’t it be nice to be sitting here enjoying a cup of coffee this morning?  Have a fun weekend!

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Hot in Hollywood Hills

hollywood hills home 1 Hot in Hollywood Hills

I’m the first to admit that when it comes to interior design, sometimes my tastes literally change with the days and seasons.  While I may have been craving a French cottage look yesterday, along comes a hot summer day and I’m suddenly drawn to this contemporary cutie.

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Friend Friday: Beach Edition

beach Friend Friday: Beach Edition

Good morning!  Welcome to a new weekly post on DailyDivaDish.  It’s called Friend Friday and was started by Katy at ModlyChic as a way for bloggers to get to know each other.

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