Summer Nostalgia

This week has consisted of a constant plunge into Summer mental repose following an overwhelmingly hectic end of school year schedule (topped off with the ever-so-yearned-for high school graduation.) My heart has escalated at every appearance of the sun- some of which moments I have documented with the help of my beloved new gadget (and grad gift), the Iphone. Having only really two months left before I leave for school, I have been trying my best to soak up the details of home I know I will miss, including the picturesque vignettes right in the comfort of my back yard.













*photos taken with the Hipstomatic App for Iphone, my new best friend.

Dorm Decor

I stumbled on the cutest Burlington, VT travel guide the other day on designspongeonline.com; exciting!

Following a Dunkin' run with my friend today, I realized that in less than four months, I will be moving into my new home (or lack there of) at UVM. As a result of the both exhilarating and nerve-racking discernment, I decided to begin a cyber search for my dorm decor. Below are some of my findings that I can only hope will fit in my tiny dorm at school (my room at home is teeny itself, so I'm hoping my experience with 10' x 7' spaces will assist me.)

Feminine, Textured, and Nostalgic Bedding
Bedding from Anthropologie, pillows from Urban Outfitters.

Neutral Accessories and Decorative Pieces with Bursts of Bright Color
All items from Etsy.com; either vintage or handmade.

Cliche College Student Stationary and Must-Reads
Products from Fred Flare and Urban Outfitters.

The Urbanist’s Paris

After reading New York Magazine's Spring Travel 2011 article on Paris, I began to yearn for the Parisian city. I last visited Paris when I was in seventh grade, but my treasured memories of each cafe, museum, site of interest, shop and market place remain vivid and authentic. Here are some photos from weheartit.com associated with the idyllic city.

April in Manhatten

I love New York in the springtime. The cherry blossom trees add to the village's nostalgic appeal, the Central Park greenery turns the landscape into an attraction for people of all ages and types, and the gentle sunlight highlights the eclectic assembly of Manhattan pedestrians. I was lucky enough to experience a beautiful spring morning in NYC today after seeing Mike Birbiglia's My Girlfriend's Boyfriend last night at the Greenwich House Theater. In addition to meandering through Manhattan in April or May, I highly recommend seeing the show; it was both hysterical and sweet.

Latest Listenings

Spring Cleaning

Having recently cleaned out my closet (three bag-fulls of clothes are now waiting to be donated to Goodwill), I have been searching for some spring 2011 essentials to fill the empty space between the hangers. With the assistance of lookbook, I have pinpointed the trends I hope to adapt as the weather becomes increasingly sunny and warm. Enjoy the spring weather!

Neutral Lace and Frills

1. Lace Dress from Topshop
2. Pleated vest from Topshop
3. Lace cropped tee from MyTheresa


Bold Color-Block



4. Fuchsia wallet from Kate Spade
5. Crepe pencil skirt from The Outnet
6. Coral Bandeau from Topshop


60's Hipster



7. Isabel Marant turquoise necklace from The Outnet
8. Plastic frame glasses from Zara
9.Mod wedges from Urban Outfitters
10. Coral lace fringed crop vest from Topshop

Six Things to Savor

1. Twelve places to see beautiful spring blooms.

2. DIY decorative Pom-Pom's; very spring-like!

UNDERCITY from Andrew Wonder on Vimeo.

3. Undercity: short documentary offering astonishing insight into the New York subway system; without consent or permits from the New York Transit Authority.



4. This lovely (and affordable) clothing line that I just recently discovered meandering through Soho a few days ago.



5. This aesthetic design book that I've been re-visiting (it was my sister's Christmas present to me) by Todd Selby.



6. One of the most fascinating TED Talks I've seen...

Latest Listenings

Lately, I've been taking comfort in my bed far too frequently than I should be; and the play-list below consists of some of the songs that perfectly accompany such lack-of-action. These lingering days of winter, consisting of slushy weather and constantly bitter cold temperatures despite the every-so-often and teasing appearance of the sun, don't help revitalize my motivation nor energy. I can only stay optimistic for an early Spring (which is doubtful due to the fact that my yard remains fully coated with snow*) and make the best of winter as the season ceases to change.

*See above photograph.

RSA: Changing Education Paradigms

An Etsy Valentine's Day

1. Valentines Felt and Lace Heart Garland
2. "Destiny" Art Print
3. Mason Canning Jar with Pastel Mint/Pink Shabby Rose Decal
4. Rose Pillows
5. Papercut Valentine Card

happy valentines day!