Yearly Archives: 2008

I’m craving the bright green delicacy of maidenhair ferns for spring. I’ve killed – let’s say several – of these sensitive ferns in the past. I think if I keep this one in the bathroom where it is nice and steamy, it will survive longer than a few weeks.

The weather this weekend was super warm, almost too hot for my taste. I do love the relaxed pace that the high temps bring to the city. We were so lazy this weekend. On Friday, Rob and I walked home a bit off course, shopping for vintage suitcases along Mission and Valencia streets. No luck,…

Another busy week has flashed by! The weather has been getting steadily nice each day. We’re in for a great day tomorrow. Here’s what I learned this week: “Your tickets to the ball arrived.” How awesome is that sentence? Bulgarians bring good strawberries. Making the leftovers of a roast chicken into soup makes me feel…

Our friends Matt and Amber saw the Avett Brothers live in San Francisco a couple weeks back. They fell hard for the group…and I’m jumping on the bandwagon too. It’s a country band, but in that ironic-old-timey-modern sort of way like Old Crow Medicine Show. My obsession is currently raging with Paranoia in Bb Major…

I hate moths. I hate anti-moth products more. Chemical moth balls are gross. Lavender sachets are dusty. And I can’t even count the number of times I have cursed after painfully stepping on a wayward cedar ball from the closet in the middle of the night. Sandalwood soap is the best. You can buy bars…

The EmilyStyle Tag Sale ends in 2 days. Three things have already sold. I’ve lowered prices and shipping estimates to get things moving! Start bidding or email me to snag something early. I work in the design district, so I’m surrounded by great examples of preppy fashion most days. Here’s an outfit I saw last…

A storm in the city means a lot of downed branches and trees. So sad. But there is a silver lining, I like to bring a bit of downed branch home to use as a modern centerpiece. The leaves do well with a bit of a cleaning from a damp cloth. And make sure you…

Now that we’ve decided to go for navy bridesmaid dresses instead of yellow, that part is a lot easier. How to tie it all together for a unified look? Time to play paper-doll. Dress – One option from J.Crew.Dress – Another, this may be too “beachy.”Dress – This is my favorite, but it isn’t very…

A cozy cabin built for two in the woods of Colorado…how romantic for a honeymoon spot! These 1920’s log cabins near Crested Butte come equipped with wood stoves, hammocks and campfire pits. And at just around $100 a night, they won’t break your joint bank account.

Here a scan of the hair style I mentioned from that Aussie Magazine. Lovely, romantic and just right for me. I can definitely work my natural curls with a low bun. And it will be nice that I won’t have to worry about straightened hair going curly halfway through the night.