Happy Weekend...Time for a Fall Mani Pedi!

Happy Weekend - what are you doing this weekend for a little rest and relaxation? I'm thinking of getting a mani pedi and am loving the Fall 2011 trends for nail polish.

Earthy Metallics

Chanel: Quartz, Peridot, Graphite at Nordstrom

New Take on Neutrals

Essie Neutrals at Racked

Jewel Tone Sparkles

Good Girl Gone Bad at Co Bigelow

There are so many to choose from! Of course you can always stick with classic dark colors from OPI

Midnight in Moscow

Russian Navy

My favorite, Lincoln Park After Dark

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I can't run out the door fast enough....xo

Fall Shoes

I recently discovered a great brand of shoes - Gomax. What I like about them is their affordability, comfort, and style - not in any particular order. Usually when you try on affordable shoes they tend to be really uncomfortable. I am always on the hunt for cute shoes and at a price that wont break the bank.

I recently purchased the cognac color of the grapevine shoe and have to say - I am in love. Super comfy and cute.

I think they were around $60.00 (tops) & they are faux suede.

Here are some other cute pairs....these are the Ashland - love animal prints.

The Dutch 1 Collection....

Where can you find them? 

I couldn't find a link on the website listing the stores, however they do have regional sales reps and a show room in LA and NYC and perhaps they can steer you in the right path. I found mine at a little boutique in Northern California. xo

Update your watering can

Tired of your drab watering can? I found this on Pinterest - what a great idea. Simply paint a tin watering can white and add a vintage black stencil. You can also spray a few gourds white to create a vintage monochromatic fall look for your front porch.

Source: fadedcharmcottage.blogspot.com via Melissa on Pinterest

A perfect fall day

What a better way to spend a fall day than at the pumpkin patch? A short drive out to the country and we were surrounded by fields of pumpkins and fruit stands. It's a relaxing way to spend an afternoon and get in the spirit of the seasons changing.

Even though it was cold and wet that day it was still a great time! Every time I go to the pumpkin patch it reminds me of when I was a kid. I just love the different colors of the pumpkins, shapes and sizes, each one is unique and beautiful in their own way. Personally the more organically shaped the better...

The best part was the fruit stand, you can find the best produce, usually locally grown, here they sold local honey, which is always a treat. I'm ready to go back. xo

Lace Candles

Add a little glam and goth to a simple votive for some extra spooky detail this halloween. You can find black lace at any local fabric store, Joanne Fabric's has a fantastic selection and wrap it around a glass enclosed votive. You can spice up the candles and get orange, purple, black and white votives. Make sure the candle sits lower in the glass enclosure to avoid any hazards or even so, pick up a few battery operated votives for the same affect.

Source: cfabbridesigns.com via Melissa on Pinterest

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Leaf Garland

Pottery Barn, has some amazing fall inspired accessories for your home this season. There are so many pieces I want and can't narrow down. This beautiful Faux Mixed Leaf Garland is just one of them. It would look amazing on a mantle or around a front door.

Source: potterybarn.com via Melissa on Pinterest

Spooky!!

Spooky by melissaperry on polyvore.com

Happy Halloween!!!

Just a lil' something to get you in the mood for Halloween!!! Boo!!!

Halloween!!! by melissaperry featuring hats

Hat, $25
RAZ 22" Black Candelabra Halloween Decoration, $92
Vine Pumpkins in Halloween | Crate&Barrel, 23 CAD
The Halloween Bootique :: Decorations & Props :: 12" Latex Sitting Cat, $21
Halloween Icon Skull + Pedestal, Black | west elm, $14
Halloween Ghost Paper Lantern white decoration - Racheshop.de, €4,99
Whitney Halloween Postcard- 1921 -Free Shipping from miladyschoice on..., $9
Halloween Banner, $3.95

How are you getting ready for Halloween?

Source: countryliving.com via Melissa on Pinterest

Such a fun time of year, even if you do not have any trick or treaters or do not have any big plans for halloween it's always fun to add a little spook into your life.

These look sexi

Typically I don't post recipe's or food but this little number caught my eye and made my mouth water. I can look at pastries and gain 10 lbs, so alas I can't eat them..... but this sticky bun breakfast ring made with buttermilk biscuits looks soooo yummy....could you imagine it all warm with some pecans sprinkled on top...if you make this recipe take a bite for me.

Source: stamps4fun.blogspot.com via Melissa on Pinterest

Halloween Seating

Just in time for Halloween, this bespoke spider web chair that I found on One Kings Lane is such a beautiful and unique piece.

Just stunning....

A wonderful study

Honestly I should be studying - perhaps this study is a bit of inspiration....

Source: solitaire-solidaire.tumblr.com via Melissa on Pinterest

I like looking at these....I think you will too

Source: thejealouscurator.com via Melissa on Pinterest

How about a little wow for your walls?

I'm always on the look out for new products and am forever in awe with wall coverings - they've come a long way since your granny's wallpaper. The allure of discerning wall covering's is that a certain statement and tone can be set with an accent wall. They provide texture, pattern and color that paint cannot always provide.

Here are a few of my favorites from the products guide on the  Interior Design Magazine website that will be sure to get the ooo's and ahhh's.....feast your eyes....

To get sucked in by these great products view the entire gallery HERE

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Hit the books

I thought this was an interesting use of space. The Strelein Warehouse in Sydney Australia, designed by Ian Moore Interiors uses only black and white, with minimal detailing to create this open space library. I really love how the space is very light and open.

Courtesy of Architectural Record via Lain D McKenzie

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Obsessed: Wedges

Now that fall is here I'm really feeling the need to add some staples to my wardrobe. Mostly my shoe collection. While browsing Nordstrom's website this morning a few fabulous wedges caught my eye...what do you think about wedges? I absolutely love them and find them to be so comfortable.

Ivanka Trump Linear Wedge 134.95

Sperry Top-Sider Cunard 89.95

Halogen Allie 119.95

Sam Edelman Quinn 149.95

Jeffery Campbell Vargas 134.95

Jeffery Campbell Backbow 189.95

kate spade new york deb 298.00

Happy shopping! xo

End your work week with this:

You are not the flower, nor are you the fruit. You are the tree. And your roots are deep, embedded in God.

-neale d walsch

Do you love chandeliers and bathtubs as much as I do?

Feast your eyes on these beauties....so simple and elegant....they make me want to take a soak. xo

(All images courtesy of the designers and sources)

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