Oh Happy Day! Lonny is here!

It's always the best feeling to wake up in the morning and see that an email from Lonny has arrived, announcing a new issue. Just sat down with a LARGE cup of coffee to select a few of my favorite images to share...

{all images via Lonny}

Hello Splender & Fabulous K Blog Design Giveaway

I have been a fan of Fabulous K's blog design for a while... pretty much the majority of the blogs I follow have been designed by her or have mentioned her work. Through Fabulous K's blog, I recently discovered Hello Splendor, a refreshing blogger who features her beautiful findings with a unique view on life. She recently announced a blog design/blog makeover giveaway from Fabulous K design and it's very easy to gain a chance to win! Click here to check out the details:

Happy Monday!

Music Monday

My newest musical obsession... The Black Keys. Jazzy and full of soul, pretty awesome for some guys from Ohio?!?! Check out their video for "Tighten Up" below:



Also be sure to check out "Next Girl" when you have a chance...

Why Sundays are the Best...

{Markus Lupfer via Net-A-Porter}

Nothing else required.

Entertaining: Glasses Galore

During these summer months I long to entertain even though my hostess skills are not quite up to par yet. I need a few more "stopper recipes" and the house needs a few more touches before we're ready but nevertheless, I always have a watchful eye out for entertainment pieces, particularly glassware. My favorite being New Arcadia Double Old Fashioned Sunflower, Thistle and Crocus glasses, perfect for a cool summer drink.

New Arcadia Double Old Fashioned Glasses

I already own a few but I recently spotted the Arabesque and Brocade versions in beautiful patterns of black and gold, perfect for my winter parties (I may someday have).

New Arcadia Arabesque and Brocade Double Glasses

My love for sweatpants

Ever since a certain puppy entered our lives, I feel as though my clothing has gone quite casual. It's not really fun to poop scoop and throw the tennis ball in heels and tight jeans, especially in this Georgia heat. Therefore, I'm always on the look out for comfy clothes that aren't just plain sloppy looking. I recently stumbled upon an amazing blog, The City Sage who featured some AMAZING DVF sweatpants (or Souka pants as Diane has named them), perfect for bloggers and in my case, also dog lovers and the upcoming fall months.

{DVF Souka Pants, via The City Sage}

Today on my daily trip to Target, I happened to find some awesomely similar sweatpants for a fraction of the cost... $24.99!!!

Must have: Ikat

This morning I must have all things ikat. I feel like it's been calling me because everytime I turn around, there is another amazing piece covered in ikat. I realize this is something that needs to be prescribed in small doses but it's so hard to choose with things like these out there...

{Printed Diamond Ikat Rug, Williams-Sonoma Home}

{Ikat Ogee Linen Window Panel, West Elm}

Some other amazing ikat finds from Design Sponge...

{via Design Sponge}