Jane Austen Style
Miss Austen Regrets: I went into it with low expectations and was still disappointed. It just felt to me like a PSA against the dangers…
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To Do: Leaving on a Jet Plane
I'm going on a quick business trip to Virginia tomorrow and Wednesday. Basically, 10 hours on a plane for 4 hours in meetings. Ugg! I'm…
What to Wear: First Day of Work
The first day at a new job can be a lot like the first day of school. New clothes, a chance to make a good…
Weekend Round-Up: Old School
I just realized that everything I did this weekend could have been done in San Francisco before 1952. Well, except for blogging! On Friday night,…
Urban Girl Alamanac: Good Riddance to January
What a quick week! I think I've finally gotten back to a normal schedule from all those short work weeks over the holidays. Here's what…
To Do: Botanical Drawings
Calie emailed me with a great idea for the upcoming rainy weekend. On Sunday, we're going to meet at the Conservatory of Flowers to draw.…
Gift Guide: Valentine’s Day
Yay! January, the most depressing and aggravating month, is finally over. Valentine's Day is just around the corner. If you're ordering your v-day gifts online,…
What to Wear: Tricky Necklace
Amy has a necklace that she can't figure out what to wear with. Here is her request:I've been a lurker on your blog and have…
Things I Love Today: Perfect Containers
We have a tiny kitchen, so everything needs to serve a dual purpose. The cookie drying rack is also a dish rack. The porcelain tart…
What to Wear: Portland Weekend
The Pacific Northwest is the perfect place for a weekend trip. Here is Anne's request:Since you do such great WTWs (and I loved your packing…