I'm leaving on a jet plane...

Tomorrow I'm flying home for a few days and then I'm on vacation in Florida after that. So, I won't be posting much information. If I get the chance I'll get on and put up some news, but in case I don't, this will probably be my last post of 2007.

I started this blog in October and I've really enjoyed it every day since then. It's been a great experience and really provided me with a wonderful outlet for dumping all of the images and thoughts in my head in one place. I feel like my mind is much clearer now that I have this and I'm really starting to enjoy new things in life.

I have found new blogs each week to tune in to. Right now my favorites are listed on my blog, but in case you haven't had a chance to check out the new ones- please do. They are:
I Am Fashion, Get Glamorous and Frugal- Fashionista. They really do have great insight into the fashion world and all at very different perspectives. I can relate to each of them on a different level and appreciate each in a new way. I hope you're able to enjoy them as much as I do!

So, have a great holiday season and a happy new year and I will see everyone in 2008!

To The Nines

Banana Republic - both $148

With New Year's approaching and still no idea what I'm doing, I came up with some dresses that I could party into the New Year with. I might just be doing dinner and I might be going to a party. So, these dresses would work well in both situations.




BCBG - $440

Shop Bop - $$396 & $495 Laundry by Design - $295

Bloomingdale's - $243 & $268

Anthropologie - $188 & $198

Frugal-Fashionista

Inspired by the Frugal-Frashionista, a site I visit daily now, I decided to find a celebrity's outfit for less. I have a lot of flying to do in the coming weeks and I need ideas for how to fly fashionably and comfortably. So, here is one outfit.

navy blue coat: topshop.com; gray scarf: bananarepublic.com; gray bag: AKOStyle.com

jeans: Bloomingdales.com; gray boots: chineselaundry.com

My Favorite Flowers

Orchid




Orchid - Main types of Orchids commonly used at weddings: cymbidium (usually green; popular, yet expensive- durable yet perishable in cold temps); dendrobium (sweetly scented; used in classic Hawaiian leis); oncidium (often referred to as "spray orchids", they come on slender long branches); vandas (summer- bloomings; comes in a rare, yet stunning bluish purple); and phalaenopsis (popular and widely used: comes in white and purple usually.)

Meaning: luxury, nobility, lust

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Calla Lily



Calla Lily - Originated in Africa and symbolized "magnificent beauty" to the Victorians.

Season: year-round; winter to late spring is the peak

Scent: none

Colors: ivory, yellow, orange, light pink, dark pink, red, dark burgundy

Meaning: ardor, magnificent beauty, feminine, modesty

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Flowers, Flowers, Flowers

Hydrangea



Hydrangea - Most popular in shades of bubble-gum pink and sky blue.

Season: July-November

Colors: white, green, pink, burgundy, purple, blue

Scent: none

Meaning: devotion, remembrance, boastfulness

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Dahlia




Dahlia - Conquistadors found the Dahlia in the gardens of the Aztecs and caused a sensation when they brought it back to Europe.

Season: summer - early fall

Colors: white, yellow, orange, pink, red, purple

Scent: spicy

Meaning: gratitute, dignity, forever thine

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Hyacinth

Hyacinth - In ancient mythology, Hyacinthus was a figure in a tale of tragic love. Today, known as a fragrant signature of spring. Strong scent - a few mixed with other flowers, goes a long way in a centerpiece.

Season: November - May

Colors: white, yellow, peach, pale pink, fuschia, lavender, purple, blue

Scent: very sweet, stronger as florets open

Meaning: benevolence, play

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More Flowers

Gerbera



Gerbera - Grown in the hottest climates of Asia and Africa, nearly 350 intense shades are available.

Season: year-round

Colors: white, yellow, organe, pale pink, dark pink, and red

Scent: none

Meaning: needing protection, friendship

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Amaryllis






Amaryllis - Originated in the tropical rainforests in Africa and South America.

Colors: white, pale yellow, pale green, pink, salmon, and red

Season: November - April

Scent: none

Meaning: Splendid beauty, pride

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Peony

Peony - Cultivated in Asia for more than a thousand years and developed further by the French. The peony is a cherished wedding flower, available in two main types: the herbaceous and the tree peony.

Season: spring, imported; scentless vaiety available in the fall in winter

Colors: white, cream, peach, pink, burgundy

Scent: sweet and mild to very aromatic

Meaning: beauty, welcome, bashfulness

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Flower Week!

This week I am dedicating my blog to flowers. These are some of my favorite flowers for bouquets, centerpieces and weddings.

Stephanotis



Stephanotis - the star-shaped, waxy florets grow on a flowering view and each must be individually wired or placed onto a special holder before it can be used.

Season: year-round

Colors: white

Scent: slight to non

Meaning: will you accompany me?; marital happiness


Phlox



Phlox - originated in Asia for more than a thousand years and was developed further by the French. The peony is a cherished wedding flower and is available in two main types: the herbaceous and the tree peony.

Season: spring, imported; scentless veriety available in the fall and winter

Colors: white, cream, peach, pink, burgundy

Scent: sweet and mild to very aromatic.

Meaning: beauty, welcome, bashfulness


Queen Anne's Lace



Queen Anne's Lace - Known for the flower head's similar appearance to lace.

Season: spring- early fall

Colors: white, green

Scent: grassy

Meaning: haven, protection

Vacation

I'm going on vacation soon, so I've been searching Internet sites trying to find summer clothing bargains because as you can imagine, the summer clothes aren't exactly flying off the racks in Minnesota this time of year.

Every Tuesday and Friday I get an email from Shop It To Me, my favorite bargain shopper. go to the website, fill out your measurements and you'll be emailed as often as you like with clothing by designers in your sizes. I love it! So, with my upcoming vacation in mind, here are a few of my favorite pics from my last few emails.