À Paris ♥

Sprinting to catch the Main Street bus to get to work last week, I was stopped dead in my tracks when my eyes caught sight of these adorable lockets in the window display of sweet local boutique Much And Little. Not only did I miss my bus but missing my bus led me into the heart-warming shoppe and gazing for a long time at these adorable and colorful little enamel lockets made in the city of lights.

 

 Picture via Shanghai Style

These little lockets are from a sweet brand named Trois Petits Points. Launched in 2007, Trois Petits Points is designed and created by Emilie Despeaux in her workshop in Paris. Each piece is made of materials chosen with care from gold-colored brass or silver plate and is often enamelled with elegent pops of color. Her collection, of course, does not stop at just enamelled lockets and includes many other elegant pieces of jewelry from earrings to bracelets.

The sweet story behind the name of Emilie's collection is described by herself as:

"Trois Petits Points means in English « three little dots » or « three little stitches ». It's a reference to embroidery design that was my specialty when I studied textile design and more poetically to « ... » at the end of a phrase, a kind of promise that something will follow..."

Delta Necklace from the Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

I love the simplicity of each piece and her additions of color, keeping the "classic" in a locket yet making it modern and fresh. Prices vary from piece to piece, but expect to pay anywhere around $100 or more for her precious handmade jewelry. Her jewelry can be purchased from Much and Little or Beklina's online.

I've already started a jewelry fund jar and just cannot wait to wear one of these lovely dainties around my neck ♥

xo

Lori

Heidi Merrick Trunk Show @ Oliver and Lilly's ♥

I just got back from Heidi Merrick's trunk show at Oliver and Lilly's. It was amazing! Her collection (both current spring/summer and fall) was absolutely breathtaking. The pops of color, flowy silks, and chic minimalistic designs had me weak in the knees. My favorite pieces would have to be the Abigail dress, Fig Tree dress (talk about romantic and sweet), and the oh so gorgeous silk Hans Blazer in sky blue.

Did I mention the shoppe looked absolutely adorable? The ladies were all gorgeous in Heidi Merrick and the additions of fresh flowers, sweets, and cute cushions made this adorable little shoppe even more adorable!

I am so happy that Heidi Merrick collection is available in Vancouver and ecstatic that it's at one of my favorite local boutiques. The Heidi Merrick collection and cute shop Oliver and Lilly's is a must-see lovelies!

Have a good weekend lovelies ♥

xo
Lori

Heidi Merrick Trunk Show at Oliver and Lilly's ♥

I am SO excited to go to this trunk show! It has been on my mind for the past couple weeks now and I have, literally, been counting down the days on the calendar. An opportunity to hang out with one of my all-time favorite designers and have a little sneak peak of her fall collection is something I cannot miss!

Any of you lovelies thinking of swinging by the neighborhood for some shopping that day should definitely email sayhello@oliverandlillys.com for an invite for that special evening! Space is limited so make sure to email by Friday the 18th!


xo
Lori

Happy Mother's Day ♥

 Wishing all of you beautiful mothers out there a wonderful day filled with love, laughter, family, flowers, and sprinkles of magic ♥

 

xo

Lori 

All About Color

I'm usually pretty neutral when it comes to my wardrobe and accessories (it's usually black on black on black - sometimes a splash of green or pink, but that's asking a lot). However, recently I have been CRAZY about color! Well, I haven't really been wearing a lot of color, but I am considering incorporating quite a few vibrant pieces into my wardrobe for spring and summer. Seeing all these gorgeous bursts or neon and bright colors is so refreshing and beautiful. Here are a few pieces I am drooling over...

Heidi Merrick Huntington Dress in Neapolitan

One of my favorite pieces from Heidi Merrick's spring collection. I fell in love with it when I first saw it in person at Oliver and Lilly's.

Heidi Merrick Kissing Shirt in Sunset

I`ve been very much into oranges lately...

Siarnaq Aqua Crystal Bullet Necklace

Aqua aura crystals are one of my favorites, turn it into a bullet necklace and oh la la.

 Golden Ponies Leather Satchel from Etsy 

Handmade beauty for only $75. This satchel also comes in a bright neon green and pink. She also does cute flats and oxfords for very reasonable prices.

Leather Foldover Clutch

Nothing like a burst of sunshine to put me in a smiley mood. 

World Map Cushion Pillow

No its not something I would wear, but it would sure make a beautiful accent to any room in my house (and it would help with geography class...well if I were actually taking geography - I could totally sleep and study at the same time) ♥

Have any of you lovelies been into color lately? What colorful pieces would you incorporate into your wardrobe?

xo

Lori 

Front and Company Rummage Sale ♥

It's that time of year again: it's time for Front and Company's Rummage Sale! Time to get up nice and early for a cup of coffee on Main Street and roll up your sleeves while lining up to get into the gem consignment store for crazy deal goodies ♥

I've been able to go to every sale they've had for the past 2 years or so now and each time I've come home with amazing finds. One year I scored a pair of COH Jeggings and a pair of super cute Prada sandals while last year I managed to dig up a couple James Perse tanks, a funky Surface To Air top and a little Marc By Marc Jacobs watch. Despite the crowd and hectic atmosphere, it's actually quite fun. I love browsing through the accessories and stationary from their store next door (they usually have a table outside if the weather is nice - crossing my fingers for sun this weekend).

I'll definitely be stopping by this weekend (hopefully before) work to see what treasures are to be found! I hope you lovelies will have the time to stop by and do some digging (and share your finds)!

xo
Lori

Bun Frenzy and Bun "Sock" Tutorial ♥

I've been sporting buns here and there all month long. It's such a wonderful classic style that can be so easily funked up and edgy or sweet and demure (that and it makes me feel a little Parisienne every time I've got my bun on).

Pictures via exPress-o

I stumbled upon this little tutorial by Liz on how to do the "perfect (full) bun." I've been trying it out for the past couple days and I have to say it really works! I have really thick hair which seems like my buns would be large and voluminous and messy, but some days I really could use an extra oomph! 

This little sock idea really adds that extra oomph for me and it helps my bun stay in place (without hairspray) all day long ♥

  how to do a perfect bun using a sock via Say Yes To Hoboken

Once you've got your bun in place, it's really easy to make it messy. 

Don't forget ladies, bobby pins are your best friends ♥

xo

Lori

Handmade ♥

I've been on a handmaking frenzy lately...

Finally finished my little toque ♥
It's the coziest blend of alpaca, merino, silk, mohair, camel hair and cashmere.

 

I did a little bit of fixing up with my jewelry designs and switched all the chains from gold plated to gold filled as well as add on a little tag with L stamped onto it.
This is my favorite design from my entire collection. I've been trying to get my hands on more of that beautiful large Agate stone, which has definitely been a challenge. 

 

 

 

I wish I had more time to work on knitting and jewelry making. The feeling of completing a beautiful project is incredible and you truly treasure that piece so much more. 

xo

Lori

Lamixx Giveaway Winner ♥

And the lovely winner of my birthday Lamixx giveaway is....

Eugenia from Geniabeme Beauty Blog!!

Eugenia will be receiving the Lamixx Signature Off Shoulder Dress in Grey

Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway and for all the sweet birthday wishes ♥

xo 

Lori

Etsy Picks Of The Month

The Rorschach Silk Scarf $128
One of my absolute favorites from Scout and Catalogue's Spring and Summer collection. I love the more ombre purple tone of this scarf and the wild skull, butterfly and fern prints splattered all around.

Brazilian Amethyst Agate with Quarts Necklace $78
I just discovered this amazing Etsy shop today while browsing for some druzy post earrings. Her oversized gem-filled cuffs are gorgeous and her necklaces are beautiful - stunningly in your face. This necklace one is one of my favorites (I'll be purchasing it shortly).

Silver Post Earrings With Sparkles $47
I love how these are so simple for every day wear with a pinch of sparkle.

Glorianne Overnight Travel Bag $475
This bag is beautifully unique and different and impeccable made as all Leonie Saliba leather goods are. Her latest collection for 2012 is called "Dreaming Of You, London" something I've been drooling over...

Cappucino Asymmetric Muse Top $85
Comfortable and chic is what the entire Muse clothing line stands behind. Each piece symbolizes effortless sexy and oh so comfy.

Ctrl, Alt, Del Pillow Set $55
As seen on Two And A Half Men, these pillows make such a fun (and sweetly nerdy) addition to any room.

I love Etsy ♥

Don't forget to enter my giveaway which ends on March 21 (it's from Etsy)! Winner receives a gorgeous piece of clothing from California based independent designer Jacqueline's line Lamixx!

xo
Lori

Blowing The Candles + Giveaway ♥

 It's my birthday today! I can't believe a year has gone by already.

In celebration of my birthday and of all you wonderful lovelies who have been so kind and supportive of my blog I'm doing a giveaway ♥

And (knowing me) where could this giveaway possibly come from? Of course it has to be Etsy! It was so hard to choose which one of my favorite shops to have the giveaway. After much contemplation, I decided to pick Jacqueline's chic and simple clothing line shop Lamixx.

The winner will receive either
1. Lamixx's chic and sexy Signature Off The Shoulder Dress
    (your choice of Navy, Ivory, Black, or Grey) or
2. Lamixx's ultra chic and comfy The Cut Top

To enter the giveaway you must:

1. Follow me on Blogger (GFC)
2. Follow Lamixx on Blogger (GFC)  or like her on Facebook
3. Go onto Lamixx Etsy Shop and tell me what your favorite item in her shop is
4. Leave a contact email and tell me what size you would like your top or dress in (and what color if you choose the dress). 


The giveaway is open to Canadian and US bloggers only!
(Sorry international lovelies - I promise to do a giveaway for everyone in the near future)


Giveaway ends on March 21st and the winner will be selected by random generator!


Good luck lovelies and I hope you all have an amazing day ♥

xo
Lori