luggage and shoes

I'm ba-aack!! I had to take some time off while I got oriented with life. I really don't want to go into details, but it's been a whirlwind [so it seems] since moving here to Portland. Somehow though, I feel as if I'm starting to get the hang of things. I can't believe that it's 2011 already, but I must say that 2010 was the best year I've ever had. The happiest. The most content. Honestly. And I can't wait to make 2011 even better!!

With that said, I can't leave without sharing my favorite things of the year thus far that I have my eye on!!...


1. Floto Tack Duffle in Olive. PERFECT for a little weekender trip or avoiding checking in luggage if you can pack like a pro! Made of a beautiful Italian leather; this bag will last you a lifetime! LOVE it!! (Just might have to get it!)

2. OPI nail polish: Lincoln Park After Dark. I got this just after the new year and haven't had it out of rotation with #7 since!! Part of me doesn't want spring to come only because I'll have to set aside the cute boots and dark nails for a while!

3. Ralph Lauren's Women's Sadia. How CUTE are these?! I'm saving up for a very important purchase at the moment, otherwise, these would be in my closet. Perfect for a night out... maybe not the day.

4. London Fog Oxford 18" Dome Bag in brown. It's a mouthful, and perhaps not as cute as the Floto Tack bag (although gentler on the wallet), but another adorable piece of luggage none-the-less!! Can you tell I picture plenty of travels in my future? What is a life without exploring? And doing it without cute luggage would be a shame.

5. Bags and shoes. I love bags and shoes. These Bass Women's Fidele in Cognac leather might be a little more logical than #3 (and more affordable), so it's a good thing they're so darn cute. Perfect for the day... maybe not a night out...

6. Smart and sophisticated. Two of my favorite things. One couldn't go wrong with the Widemouth Leather Weekend bag by Hammacher Schlemmer (whoever they are...). You could fit your life in this thing!!

7. The other nail color. haha. Revlon's Steel Her Heart. (As if it weren't stolen already... I'm one lucky lady!!) Buy it at Target or something. 3 bucks.


Happy 2011 -- Grab it while you can and make it GREAT!!!

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