Black Satin Handbag – Daily Covet no more

Been looking for a black, satin handbag for a while.  I wanted to hold out for something special because I didn’t need it right away.

Today I found it.

My mom and I try to get to this estate sale in town every month, and sadly I’ve missed it the last few months.  There is a “sale room” where some not so “estate-y” things are located.  But there are usually some bargain treasures there.  And this little black bag was one of them.  It was marked $20, but on Sunday, everything under $100 is half price.  So I got it for $10!

Want to know what the bonus is?  There were matching, black, satin gloves inside with a rhinestone closure.  Tres adorable!

vintage bag, $10

 

black satin bonus... er gloves

 

rhinestone closure

Daily Covet: Paris in Color

Speaking of Paris… I ran across this book that is to be released on April 18th.

The book is 128 presumably beautiful pages of photographs taken by Nichole and Evan Robertson.  I can’t wait to see Paris at its colorful best right from the comfort of my own home (since I can’t be there, that is!)

I also can’t wait to get my name on the waiting list.  And so can you right here!

Paris in Color, amazon.com $11.87 (Book cover photo taken from author's website at littlebrownpen.com)

Daily Covet: French Shabby Chic

GILT.com had a great collection of really fun home furnishings and decor Friday.  There were just too many favorites to limit myself to one on this post.  So here are a few of my favorite France-inspired things…

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Daily Covet: Vintage Sari Scarves & Totes

These beautiful accessories are created by “skilled artisans in India who handcraft vintage saris into elaborate creations.”

And the finished product is amazing vibrant color to add to almost any outfit.  These are two more timeless items I’d like to add to my collection.

Filling Spaces Nadia Cotton Sari Tote, fab.com $120

 

Filling Spaces Babhita Silk Sari Scarf, fab.com $59

Daily Covet: Underpinnings

Remember how I was discussing the sad state of my underwear drawer in terms of Valentine-wear?  Yeah, well, nothing has changed.  Well one thing has changed, I found another cute set I’d like to own.  Aaaand it’s on sale this time!

How cute is this Tulle cami and brief set from “Only Hearts?”  Yeah.  CUTE!

And since my husband has me on spending freeze, I’m going to share this link with him because he never hesitates to buy this kind of stuff, regardless of price.

Only Hearts Tulle Cropped Cami, lespommettes.com $30

Only Hearts tulle boy brief, lespommettes.com $17.50

Girly Girl’s Room

Girly Girl's Room

Christian Louboutin patent leather flat, $765
Kate Spade striped hat, $78
Currey & Co Antiqued Mirror Chest Of Drawers – Currey-co-4204 |…, $2,086
Wake Up Frankie – The Bouquet Dec Pillow – Pink, $29
Chandelier | LampsPlus.com
Robert Abbey Triple Gourd Table Lamp in Schiaparelli Pink with Antique…
Lisa Cushion – Cushions – BEDROOM – Turkey
Xhilaration : decorative pillows & shams : Target

Beach House

Beach House

1STDIBS.COM – ABC Modern – Sculptural Gilt Metal Coffee Table
Sunburst Antiqued Gold Wall Mirror by Two’s Company® | Organize.com, $300
Yalos Murano Cartoccio – Small Red and Ivory Marbled Murano Glass…, $239
London Print Blue Pillow Pair, $118
One Kings Lane – Bright Ideas – S/9 Ceramic Vases, Fuchsia
kate spade new york ‘sullivan street’ 5×7 picture frame, $50
Palma Square Lidded Basket Large in Baskets | Crate&Barrel, $50
Keep Calm Pillow – Decorative Pillows – Home Accents – Home Decor |…, $39
King Tut’s Egyptian Throne Room Statue – QL82335 – Design Toscano, $30
Rosabella Floral Rectangular 8×10″ Picture Frame | LampsPlus.com, $17
Garden Place Owl Statue : Target, $13
Amazon.com: Cactus & Succulent Garden – 3″ Clay Pot – 3 Different…, $9.99
Tommy Bahama Kingstown Osbourne Sofa 7140-33
1STDIBS.COM – Kendall Wilkinson Design & Home – Assorted Leather Bound…
Book Boxes – Striped Three-Stack | Home Decor | Wisteria, $17

Burberry Prorsum at London Fashion Week

How adorable is this outfit worn by Rosie Huntington-Whiteley?

Rosie is best known for being far less dressed in her Victoria Secret shots, but here she is fully dressed and ready to go in Burberry Prorsum for London Fashion Week.

Rosie Huntington-Whitely in Burberry Prorsum

Spring has Sprung

If you like flowers and all things floral, spring is your season.  Are there are no shortage of items on the market for those that beautify themselves and their home with blooms.  Here’s a smattering of fun apparel items and accessories, as well as home decor and more.  And if something, strikes your fancy, find out where to procure it on Polyvore.com!

Daily Covet: Tod’s in my dreams

Every spring I start jonesing for a white, cream or natural colored bag to tote around all my necessities.  And who are we kidding? More importantly to show off a new handbag.

My morning browse has left me wanting something that’s way out of my league.  It’s either this Tod’s vintage bag or a year of tuition at a pricey private school for one of my kids.  I quickly remind myself that my kids aren’t in school yet (well, preschool doesn’t count), and yet, this is still out of my stay-at-home-mom budget by a long shot.

But as I’ve reminded you all several times, this blog is even for the most outrageous covets.  It’s the next best thing to owning it outright.  Or renting it for special occasions. Ok well, it’ll just have to do…

Tod's Alligator Shoulder Bag, Protero Luxury $10,349