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 

I've Been Knitting...♥

Picked up some knitting needles and I just can't seem to put them down...♥

 

My current project: The Jenny Wrap (pattern can be found on Ravelry)

 

 

My first scarf  ♥

You know what I'll be doing everyday for the next long while...

I was introduced to a website called Ravelry by some lovely ladies at my local knitting shop Three Bags Full. Ravelry is an amazing online community of knitters and crocheters who share (many free) projects, knitting and crocheting suggestions, yarn information and ratings and much more - it's really amazing and absolutely free to sign up! I've found it very helpful and informative on my knitting journey so far (and of course the amazing ladies at Three Bags Full and tons and tons of online tutorials - thank goodness for the internet). 

I originally intended to take a "beginner's basics" one day knitting class, but the pricetag drove me away ($90 and up yikes)! After countless videos, trials (and errors) I finally got the hang of it. I'm happy I was able to save myself some money (which was well spent on gorgeous yarn), but boy did I wish I had someone to show me from the beginning, because it's so much much easier than how books and (some) videos portray knitting to be!

Do any of you know how to knit?

xo

Lori

Cutest Shop Ever: The Hach ♥

Carefully tucked away just off the corner of Main Street and 17th, The Hach has to be one of the most adorable and lovely stores I have ever stepped foot in. First thought that came to mind on my first visit was how similar it was to the quirky little boutiques I used to frequent while studying in Beijing - think chic cool clothing alongside adorably classy stationary sprinkled with darling trinkets. Ah nostalgia.

The Hach is a whimsical mix of Korean and Japanese stationary and accessories and a classically cool curated collection of shoes and Korean as well as local clothing (think minimalistic chic). Whether you're a lover of everything cutesy, pink and Hello Kitty or love elegant and classy trinkets and tidbits, you will love The Hach.

 

Prices are amazingly reasonable for such unique and pretty items. The Hach has officially become my stop for stationary, notebooks, desk writing pads (so perfectly convenient), an addition (or two...) of clothes to my wardrobe, and best of all...gifts! So if anyone out there is scrambling for gift ideas or stocking stuffers, a stop at The Hach is a must. How can you go wrong with a super cute pen in her favorite color? Or a fun oversized desk planner? Or a timeless, chic, minimalistic open asymmetric sweater (this one beats all other ones I've ever owned...even my most coveted one from Aritzia)?

All the shoes and clothing curated to be in the shop will definitely not disappoint - seeing as they were carefully picked out by owner Tara Hach, who previously was a designer for Obakki (Obakki!!!)! Need a card to go with that? Hach's got your back (and if you forgot the sweets, Hach's got candy and chococlate design cards). 

 

I can't say enough about this little gem. I wish I could just bottle up the entire store and carry it with me wherever I go.
If you're ever in the sweet little neighborhood of Main, don't forget to take a peak into The Hach! 

Did I mention they have an online store and a blog? ♥

xo

Lori