Day Dreaming of Traveling

I love to travel, so if I’m not on a plane headed somewhere, I’m usually dreaming about being on a plane headed somewhere (well, not the actual plane part since flying gives me the type of panic that can only be subdued with an elephant tranquilizer). I did have to get on a plane recently (Thursday night), but not for the type of trip one usually dreams about. Mr. RC and I, unexpectedly, had to come back to Indiana for a critical family emergency (you probably noticed the missing post on Friday). I will write some things here and there, but regular scheduled posting will temporarily be on hold. In the mean time I wanted to post something that was on a bit of a lighter note.

Grace, like me, is a travel addict, and most of our recent e-mails have been either talks of places we’ve gone, places we want to go, pictures of pretty places, and most importantly, how can we get paid to travel the world? By the way, if anyone can help us with the answer to that question, it would be greatly appreciated! Last time I was dreaming of traveling I didn’t have specific names, just specific things I was dreaming about. But this time it’s different. I want to go to…

Traveling to the Seychelles {The Seychelles}

Morocco Traveling

{To explore the colors of Morocco}

Traveling in the The Maldives

{Island hopping in the Maldives}

igloo hotel under the norther lights

{To stay in an Igloo under the Northern Lights}

Traveling to the Waterfall Island in Parguay

{To see the Waterfall Island in Paraguay}

The blue lagoon in Iceland, traveling

{To bath in the Blue Lagoon in Iceland}

And basically every other place on my Pinterest board! Where are you dreaming of traveling too?

Happy Hour-Great Gatsby Style

In keeping with this week’s (semi) theme, I bring you Happy Hour Great Gatsby Style. I don’t usually do a link round-up post, but I found so many fun 1920′s inspired things that I wanted to share. Plus, it really never gets old talking about such a fabulous time period.

I asked my husband the other day if he would dress in 1920′s attire with me when we go to see the movie. His response was only if he could wear one of these pieces. Clearly, he wasn’t taking me seriously (or he expects me stumble upon a pot of gold in the next 2 days). But ladies, we have a little more flexibility. There are some fabulous art deco jewels, headbands and even some fun dresses that look 1920′s inspired but are perfectly in line with today’s trends (and today’s budget savvy women). I hope the links below inspire you, like they did me, to look your deco best…..and of course, throw a fabulous party like only Jay Gatsby knew how….

Gatsby Collage

1. Listen to the soundtrack

2. A glam 1920′s/deco inspired wedding shoot

3. Add a touch of deco with this easy nail art

4. Brush up on your Gatsby facts

5. With these options you will be able to dress your 1920′s best

6. Can’t get enough of the Great Gatsby? Then you’ll probably enjoy one of these

7. For the inner flapper in you

8. Top off said hair style with a gorgeous headband a la Carey Mulligan’s character

9. Achieve the perfect hair style to go along with your 1920′s dress

10. Gatsby fanatic worthy swag

 

You can also check out my Pinterest board for more appropriately themed inspiration. Now, I want to know from you- Do you have any fun 1920′s inspiration/quotes/facts/fashion? And do you plan on seeing the new movie?

My NYC- Flower Girl

Finding a florist for our wedding would have appeared to be an easy task in a city like New York (I mean we have a, albeit dying, flower distract, right?!). But no one seemed to be able to get my vision…until I met Denise Porcaro, aka Flower Girl. When I walked into her magical space, it was as if I had stepped into a real life flower fairy kingdom (appropriate since I was slightly obsessed with these flower fairies as a child.) Gorgeous blooms, shelves lined with vintage tins, mercury glass galore, oh and did I mention Denise was sweet as pie?! I instantly knew that all my wedding flower wishes would come true (my bouquet is proof they did). Denise was kind enough to let me snap some photos of her enchanting space located on LES and share them with all of you. And because it wouldn’t be Runway Chef without a little food or fashion included, I had to ask Denise about her favorite food (artichokes..yum!) and favorite piece of clothing (well-worn and well-loved vintage cut-offs from the 70′s handed down by her Mom).

Pop into the Flower Girl shop at 245 Eldridge St. between Houston and Stanton (maybe even take one of her flower arranging classes) and don’t forget to find Flower Girl on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Mother’s Day is always a wonderful time to celebrate the beautiful, inspiring, hard-working women that gave us life. While I think on holidays like Mother’s Day home-made items make for extra special gifts, there are also plenty of lovely options to choose from in a variety of stores. Some of my favorite places to look include Etsy, Terrain, antique stores, unique book stores, Oh Dier, and Williams & Sonoma. No time to order or make a gift? Cooking a delicious feast for brunch, lunch or dinner (good ol’ Pinterest can come in handy with recipe ideas) are also a gesture that is sure to be loved by your mom.

Below are some of my choices for Mother’s Day gifts, including a few DIY ideas previously seen on the blog (my favorite definitely being the cupcake bouquet!).

Mother's Day Gift Guide

1. Ice-Cream Maker + Recipe Book

2. Bellocq Tea Set

3. DIY Terrarium

4. DIY Bath Salt Tea Bags

5. Gardening Set

6. Handmade Soap

7. DIY Cupcake Bouquet

8. Robe + Slippers

Happy Hour

Moving day has finally arrived for the year. I say the year, because some how the Mr. and I have moved every year we’ve been together. The way I see it, it either means our true calling in life is to be gypsies or start a moving company….or we’re just really dumb.

While it is a pain to pack up, move and adjust to a new space every year, it sure makes for a great spring cleaning and a fresh start. In the midst of all the boxes, these are a few things making the week happy and bright! Hope you are all enjoying your week, and remember, it’s half way to Friday!

vintage jewelry

{Fun vintage jewels from the Brooklyn Flea}

The Great Gatsby book

{New books in time for next week’s movie release. How fun is this silver chevron cover?}

This Side of Paradise Book

{Love the rose gold zipper detail on these bikini bottoms….summer get here now!}

H&M bikini

{This will always be one of my favorite margaritas, but I’m looking forward to trying a new and unique flavor combo from here to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this weekend}

unusual margarita recipes