shiny {objects}

So over the last few weeks of my constant searching for things I may or may not need, I have discovered that as of late I have a borderline obsession with gold.  I can't help it - the magpie in me loves shiny objects.  I have found myself dreaming of something metallic in every shape imaginable.  Here are a few that may really find their way into my home.

Zara sandals
Christian Siriano handbag
Gap straw clutch
Chevron Lamp Shade Gold
Decorative Horse Head Figural
Diptyque scented oval
Modern brass bowls

texas {love}

I have to admit that one that one of the things I miss most about being back home in Shreveport is being so close to Texas.  While both C-note and I are die hard Louisiana there are a few things we miss dearly that live in Texas - My sister and his brother and their respective loved ones (also our respective loved ones).  I know that most people associate Texas with ten gallon hats and six shooters but there is much more in a design aspect that can be taken from the bigger is better state - like having a plethora of antlers in your house and using the bold graphic designs of southwestern style to complement classically styled items that can frankly become quite mundane.  These are a few items that I wouldn't mind adding to my own repertoire. 

1. Beige, $285

2. Cardboard longhorn, $30

3. Pastel Fringed Shopper, $159 

4. Antler Chandelier, $189 

5. Maize Woven Storage Basket, $40

run away {mind}

Folly Beach

Well, the spring heat is slowly setting in here in Charleston and it is slowly deteriorating all of my motivation.  I constantly find myself dreaming of a cold cocktail and sunny beach.  I've had zero concentration since Monday morning anyway and now I am about to act on my urge to do nothing this weekend.  My plans are to enjoy a birthday party this evening and then I flat out refuse to do anything but the things I want ... not the things I have to.  Have a happy and peaceful weekend!

raspberry beer cocktail - recipe here

*images via pinterest

french {chic}

J Crew tweed jacket
Pink Eiffel Tower Cups
Revolver Pillow
French Onion Bowl
Nailhead Document Box
Poodle Bookends

40's {cool}

Along with the new car came three months of Sirius Radio - something I would never get on my own but will thoroughly enjoy while I have it.  As strange as it may sound one of my favorite stations has been the 40's channel.  It is so relaxing to listen to the streaming jazz and it almost transports me into a former Charleston that I wish I could have been part of.  Well, for the next 3 months I will be living like Owen Wilson's character in Midnight in Paris - wishing I were in an ère meilleure.  Ta ta for the weekend - I'll be relaxing in the backseat listening to Louis.