Oh my Preakness!

We can't all be masters of fashion. Its not something that comes easy to everyone. And that was pretty apparent at this years Preakness.

I know in a lot of cases, people use this event, and others like it, to step outside of the box and wear things they wouldn't normally wear. I'm cool with that. It's not every day you can walk around in an American flag bikini with your belly hanging out while your friend looks as equally stupid in her "party with sluts" tee (which she cleverly cut up because that's "cool"). I'm pretty sure these girls were from New Jersey. They look like a product of the Snooki State.

Parties and festivals like the Preakness are also a great excuse to bring out your favorite fanny pack. Sick deer hunting jersey, bro.

This guy got it right. He put together the perfect mix of style and humor. I love the bow tie, but not as much as I love the floral print pants and old school Nikes. Well done sir. He clearly had a successful shopping trip at Goodwill.

Oh, and who doesn't love a pimp hat? 

It was fun, Preakness..things got weird. See ya later, Baltimore.

Road Trip

7 hours in a packed Lexus SUV seems like a small price to pay for a fun filled weekend in Balitmore.

This weekend we are attending the 137th Annual Preakness. For those of you who are thinking "the whatness?!" Preakness is part of the coveted Triple Crown. The Kentucky Derby of the East Coast....well...it more like the Kentucky Derby's ugly cousin.

Will there be big hats? Yes. Celebrities? Yes. Dignified ladies and gentlemen? I'm sure there will be...but not where we are going.

The Infield. Where you go to get your Preak on. If you've ever gone to the Indy 500 and sat in the infield then you understand the situation we are about to put ourselves in. Booze, sun, and more booze.

I'm expecting to see some pretty amazing ensembles. And I'll do my best to document these for you all. But after a few trips to the Mug Club tents, I make no promises.

Happy Preakend!!

Ne-glect-ing

So I have totally been neglecting my blog lately. Sorry everyone. It was not intentional. I have just been a busy little bee these past few....ugh....weeks! My apologies! 

I have fun things to tell you all about! 

Exciting things! Fashionable things! Blogger things! 

Stay tuned in the next few days as I try to catch up and provide some great posts for you all! I have also thought of a fun little blog series that I think you will all enjoy! Get excited...it will be funny...and sarcastic...and it may make some people mad...without intention of course...but some people are more sensitive then others, so I'm sure some will be offended...but those who aren't will laugh! 

And remember...it's okay if someone gets upset because...

"Every party has a pooper, that's why we invited you! Party Pooper! Party Pooper!"

Weekend Recap

This weekend was delightful.

As quickly as the time went by, I was able to enjoy the weekend and slow down for change. After the last few weekends in April that included holidays, visitors, and a trip back to Indiana, it was nice to have {nothing} to do. No schedule. No obligations.

I wish I had more pictures to recap my nothingness this weekend, but I am a great slacker when it comes to taking photos. So stories will have to do. 

Saturday was a nice day for napping...and that is exactly what I did. The windows of our apartment were open and the sun was shining in just the right way to keep me warm but not blind my tired eyes. Cooper took advantage of this time and sprawled himself out on the floor near the window, basking in the afternoon rays. The boyfriend also took advantage of our lazy afternoon and choose to nap on the bed...telling me after he awoke how nice our bed was when just one person was in it. I responded with "maybe tonight you can see how nice the couch is." And we laughed. 

That night we put on some music and turned off the t.v. and made dinner together. A delicious homemade New England meal. Mussels, scallops, whole wheat and spinach pasta in a white wine sauce with scallions and sun dried tomatoes. If you're thinking to yourself, "yum" then you're correct. It was great. I mean....we probably could have charged for that meal.

Sunday, as you may have seen from my earlier post, was peaceful. A few nice walks with Cooper in the morning, and a couple nice shots of him near the blooming trees. And after a few cups of coffee and breakfast, I set out to the town park for a quick run. It reminded me of home when I arrived. People were taking the time to enjoy life and seemed to not be worried about the hustle and bustle that usually consumes our lives.

There were new parents pushing baby strollers and numerous games of soccer being played in the open fields....and there was a hockey rink...which did not at all remind me of home, but reminded me of the home I'm building here. A foreign sport to me until a couple of years ago when I made the move across the country to Massachusetts. 

While on my run I was able to snap an adorable couple with their babies...

kind of hard to see but there are 3 little ducklings

just a moment earlier they were all in a line on the banks of the pond

The rest of the afternoon was spent on my balcony finishing up a book that I had started a few weeks earlier and then in the hurry of life had neglected to continue reading. The book was called "The Art of Racing in the Rain." I had purchased the book a few years earlier and in true form, never read it. 

I will tell you this of the book.....if you have a dog, be prepared with a box of tissues. If you are an ugly crier, read this book in private. The looks I was getting from the boyfriend as I was sobbing hysterically on our couch were scary. 

I hope everyone else had a awesome weekend...stay tuned for more posts this week as the boyfriend is out of town and I will have entirely too much time to myself. 

Sunday Morning

ahhh.....Sunday morning....*sigh*

I woke up today, looked out my window to the sun shining, the birds chirping, and my dog at the side of my bed wiggling furiously...which could only mean one thing....he's gotta go. 

We walked outside to "take care of business" and I couldn't help notice how quiet and peaceful it was. Now, I live in an apartment complex, which means that when I take my dog out in the morning it is usually a battle of which dog can get to the fire hydrant the quickest and how long it will take for my dog to pull my arm off when he spots a leaf blowing in the breeze that he MUST chase. But today was different.

As Cooper was carefully sniffing around the grass trying to find the perfect spot to soil, I noticed there wasn't a single dog in sight...the breeze wasn't strong so I was able to keep both arms...and I thought to myself...I must seize this moment! 

So I snapped a few pictures as Cooper and I enjoyed our morning walk....alone....and peacefully. 

Wishing everyone a glorious Sunday. 

Love, 

M & Coop 

Blog-Browsers

Dear Blog-Browsers, 

I love that you stop by from time to time to view my precious, little sarcastic, and fashionable (at times) blog. 

It makes me happy to hear that you stopped in, read something...liked it, and then kept reading. This is always delightful news!

Do you know what would be even more delightful? If you clicked that little {follow} button over there to the right....I know you're looking at it....yep, that one right there. Go ahead...click it....I dare you

I would love to see my number of followers jump from 13....to say...25! Wouldn't that be fun! So if some of you might decide to {follow} instead of browse, I would be happy...and then, if you're feeling crazy, and you decide to tell your friends, and then they click {follow} I would be ecstatic! 

I am excited to see how many browsers are out there...and to see if you actually click follow. Don't be shy...stop in and say hi! HA! Rhyming, and I didn't even try! that's too much....just click follow. I'll be forever thankful. 

Sincerely, 

M

p.s. it might also say "join this site" instead of follow...which is also acceptable. 

Let's Talk F-A-S-H-I-O-N

Step outside. 

Take a deep breath. 

Spring is in the air....finally!

I always love the first warm days of Spring. The grass is greener, the sky is brighter, and even though the pollen count is staggering, this season's styles are nothing to sneeze at. 

Ladies, tuck away your UGGS. Fold your sweaters nicely in your cedar chest. This season is all about Pleasing Pastels, Ladies in Lace, and Bold Florals. 

Looking for inspiration? Check out the runway shows of some of my favorite designers. 

Pleasing Pastels

- 3.1 Phillip Lim: The collection is effortless. The blouses are free flowing. The pastels are muted, yet optimistic. The pants are structured and add the perfect amount of tailoring to this collection of deconstructed masterpieces. 

photos courtsey of www.style.com

Click HERE for the 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring Show

- Louis Vuitton: Now, I love Marc Jacobs for his own line, but Marc Jacobs for Louis Vuitton blows my mind. This collection is the epitome of feminine elegance. There are pastels and lace, color blocking, and feathers. In one word, stunning.

photos courtsey of www.style.com

Click HERE for the Louis Vuitton Spring RTW Show

Ladies in Lace

- Valentino: Lace was apparent in nearly every piece of this Valentino collection. But in true Valentino style, this collection mixes the hard and the soft. Black leather dresses with lace embossing, a nude leather dress with a modest hem line, lace details at the shoulders, and sheer sleeves (amazing). Every garment is expertly done with just the right embellishments. And pockets! Where were we before the introduction of pockets?! 

photos courtsey of www.style.com

Click HERE for Valentino Spring 2012

Bold Florals

- Diane von Furstenberg: DVF updates the wrap in her Spring 2012 RTW collection. Her collection has a little bit of everything. Light, airy blouses, sheer fabrics, and lace detailing. But what caught eye were her bold floral prints. She has created a beautiful display of florals throughout her collection, from her iconic wrap dresses, to printed trousers. However, the stand out pieces to me? The amazing floral jumpsuits! You've outdone yourself, Diane. And I thank you for that. 

photos courtsey of www.style.com

Click HERE to watch the DVF Spring Show

- Peter Som: The Peter Som collection SCREAMS bold florals. The flowers seem to explode off of the garments in a dramatic fashion. While the gentle touch of a cropped jacket pulls the look together. The use of mixing pattern and texture is done brilliantly in this collection. A. must. see.

photos courtsey of www.style.com

**sorry, no video for this show**

These are just a few of my favorite looks for Spring. And because, once again, I did not win the Mega Millions,  I will be working on ways to get these and other great looks for less. I will keep you all posted on my challenge and maybe even provide a few Polyvore looks for you, my loyal readers.

p.s......

don't even get me started on handbags!