friday fashion crush

clothing & photos:  1stdibs

currently on 1stdibs, a collection of vintage oscar de la renta garb to honor the enduring originality of the late iconic designer.  these are some of my favorites from the collection.  xx, dana

wednesday wisdom

he dressed some of the worlds most beautiful and powerful women.  a class act he was and his legend lives on.  xx, dana

monday morning feng shui: spring gardens

as spring has arrived, we emerge to tend to our outer sanctuaries.  this time reminds us of the importance of maintaining those green spaces outside our home.  removing dead, decayed plantings, cleaning up walkways and making repairs keeps your home "outer" feng shui in balance. 

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 happy monday and happy ch'i (a fancy word for energy), dana

 

valentine's love fest

pink and red and all shades of make-up this loving holiday...and hearts!  what's not to love about it?   this year i'm lovin' dusty rose and coral-y pink, somewhere in between a warm pink and a coral.  here are a few of my favorite things.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

some lovely links:

diy valentine cards:   camillestyles

valentine's décor:  designchic

valentine's treats:  barefootcontessa

 

wishing you all a day of heart-filled love and happiness.  ♥dana

  

sources:
bow earrings:  amanda deer (etsy)
forget me knot necklace:  amanda deer (etsy)
love birds book:  amazon
stud earrings:  kate spade
dress:  elie saab
wax stamp:  back to zero (etsy)
heart necklace:  amanda deer (etsy)
satchel:  chloe
flower dress:  oscar de la renta