The Joy Of Gift Giving: Birthdays 2014 - Ben...

 So, August 22nd was my husband Ben's Birthday. I can't believe that when we met he was just a slightly geeky twenty-two year old musical engineering student with a hilarious sense of humour and fantastic taste in music. We quickly became friends after meeting at a party thrown by mutual friends and about three months after we met, we became a couple. It's the best thing I've ever done and now I have a mature, funny, intelligent, and gorgeous twenty-eight year old music engineer husband. I think I'm pretty lucky. Now, I know that I've talked about how hard it is to shop for Ben but this year it was actually not that bad. My inspiration was Spike Jonze. I like Ben slightly nerdy... what can I say? It's hot.
Anyway, below is a look at what I got my adorably gorgeous husband. He got spoiled as usual.
-Bea

Look 1

1. Burberry Brit Cotton Poplin Military Shirt (sold out)

2. A.P.C. Teddy Jacket

3. Mulberry Adjustable iPad Sleeve

4. 'Linda McCartney: Life In Photographs' 

5. 'Random Access Memories' - Daft Punk

6. Nike For J. Crew Killshot 2 Sneakers

7. Reigning Champ Tiger Fleece Full Zip Hoodie

8. Acne Studios Vega in Verakai (sold out)

Look 2

1. Steven Alan Single Needle Shirt in Green Pane

2. J. Crew Linen-Cotton Sweater In Nautical Stipe in Navy

3. A.P.C. M/M Mister T T-Shirt in Blue (sold out)

4. Steven Alan Monroe Sunglasses - 20th Anniversary in Cognac

5. Vans 106 Vulcanized Ca Shoes

6. 'Trouble Will Find Me' - The National

7. Norse Projects Aros Heavy Chino Shorts in Khaki

8. Burberry Touch For Men

Look 3

1. J. Crew Irish Linen Shirt In Thin Stripe in Lakeside Blue

2. A.P.C. Luxembourg Park Sweatshirt

3. 'The Creek Drank The Cradle' - Iron & Wine

4. Burberry Perforated London Leather Crossbody Satchel (sold out)

5. Vans Canvas Authentic in Navy

6. A.P.C. Bretagne Shirt Cotton Jacket

7. A.P.C. New Standard in Navy (sold out)

Look 4

1. J. Crew (sold out)

2. A.P.C. (sold out)

3. A.P.C. M/M (Paris) Deja Vu T-Shirt

4. 'Inside Llewyn Davis Soundtrack'

5. Vans For J. Crew Canvas Authentic Sneakers in White

6. J. Crew Star Wars C3PO Case For iPhone 5/5s (sold out)

7. J. Crew 770 Garment-Dyed Jeans in Dusty Camel

8. 'Morning Phase' -Beck

Look 5

1. J. Crew Lightweight Shirt in Blue Gingham

2. J. Crew Linen-Cotton Sweater In Nautical Stripe in Warm Ivory

3. J. Crew For Teach For America Tee

4. Mulberry Brynmore Messenger Bag (sold out)

5. Sawa For J. Crew Suede Low-Top Sneakers

6. Steven Alan New Classic Rainslicker (sold out)

7. J. Crew Lightweight Chino In 484 Fit in Khaki

The Joy Of Gift Giving: Birthday 2014 - Marley...

Hi guys,

As promised. Here's a look at Marley's birthday loot this year. I love that child so much, it's not even funny. With her dolly curls, cafe skin and my brother's eyes. I personally celebrate Marley everyday but on the 17th I got to spoil her for real.
Fewf, only one more birthday to go.
-Bea

Look 1

1. Caramel Baby & Child Floral Quail Dress (sold out)

2. Caramel Baby & Child Bellbird Cardigan in Peony Pink

3. Disney Animators' Collection Tinker Bell Doll 

4. Piggy Paint in Angel Kisses

5. Skittles Deserts

6. Aero Strawberry

7. Little Marc Jacobs Sequin Mouse Flats (sold out)

Look 2

1. Hucklebones Daisy Chain Blouse (sold out)

2. J. Crew Girls Cashmere Cardigan in Snow

3. Disney Animators' Collection Rapunzel Doll

4. J. Crew Petite Belle Ballet Flats in White

5. Piggy Paint in Clouds Of Candy

6. Hucklebones Printed Silk Skirt

Look 3

1. Caramel Baby & Child Flamingo Top in Boy Blue Check

2. Caramel Baby & Child Rose Finch Dress (sold out)

3. Wonka Triple Dazzle Caramel Bar

4. Disney Animators' Collection Merida Doll

5. Zara Kids Two Tone Sandals With Ankle Strap And Bow (sold out)

6. Caramel Baby & Child Mockingbird Cardigan (sold out)

7. Caramel Baby & Child Elderberry Belt (sold out)

8. Caramel Baby & Child Woodhen Shorts (sold out)

9. Hello Kitty x Sephora Say Hello Palette in Happy Fun

The Joy Of Gift Giving: Birthdays 2014 - Mom...

Hi guys!

Busy times around here. I've been lounging and snuggling and laughing and swimming and just generally having far too good a time to be chained to the computer. That said, today is my amazing mother's birthday! On this day 51 years ago in a town just outside of Sicily, my beautiful mother was born. My mother who gave me everything, from my breath to my thick Italian skin and my love for shopping. I simply adore this woman with every fibre of my being. So of course, I had to spoil her. Below is a look at the loot which I've spent the last two months carefully picking out and saving for just this very day. So happy birthday mom!
-Bea

(Ps. Hope you guys are well. I promise an outfit update tomorrow okay?)

Look 1

1. The Row School Boy Wool-Blend Blazer

2. Tory Burch Frida Floral-Print Silk-Twill Top

3. Equipment Brett Printed Washed-Silk Shirt (sold out)

4. The Row Roger Slub Jersey Tank

5. J. Crew Pleated Cotton-Blend Poplin Skirt (sold out)

6. Gianvito Rossi Leather Pumps

7. Tory Burch Katie Glass Pearl Floral Cluster Bracelet (sold out)

8. Giorgio Armani Low-Heel T-Bar Ankle-Strap Sandal

9. Tory Burch Katie Floral Logo Stud Earrings

Look 2

1. By Malene Birger Vibha Ruffled Crepe Blouse

2. J. Crew Carrie Cami in Neon Papaya

3. Burberry Brit Striped Cotton-Jersey Top

4. Peter Pilotto Jackie Lace-Appliqued Cotton Top

5. J. Crew Patio Skirt In Leaf Print

6. Fendi Leather Pumps

7. Kenneth Jay Lane Gold-Plated Resin Earrings

8. Burberry Prorsum Silicone-Embellished PVC Clutch (sold out)

Look 3

1. Alexis Bittar Maldivian Green Beaded Single Strand Necklace (sold out)

2. Miu Miu Pointelle Cotton Cardigan

3. Nina Ricci Floral Pleated Satin Dress

4. Maison Boinet Double-Buckle Tricolor Skinny Leather Belt

5. Alexis Bittar Maldivian Stack Hinge Bracelet

6. Gianvito Rossi Leather Pumps (sold out)

7. Alexis Bittar Maldivian Amazonite Multi-Stone Clip-On Earrings (sold out)

The Joy Of Gift Giving: Birthdays 2014 - Willa...

As promised...

My darling little sister Willa celebrated her 20th birthday on Monday! I can't believe how time flies. Anyway, my genius sister flew in from Cambridge on the 8th and brought a handsome young man with her. Daniel is a very sweet, quiet young dude who seems quite smitten. It's rather cute. To celebrate Willa's birthday, my brother and I, and our significant others took Willa and Daniel out for dinner before coming back to the house and hanging out with a couple drinks (shh...). This post is mostly to brag about how awesome Willa is but it's also so that you can see what I got her for her birthday... well technically it's from me and Kae because he never knows what to get her so I usually buy the stuff, he gives me half the money and we call it even. Willa recently watched 'Stoker' starring Mia Wasikowska, Matthew Goode and Nicole Kidman. It's kinda a vampire movie without vampires... that's the best way I can think to describe it. It was a really good movie, I totally recommend it and Willa went absolutely bonkers for the style, so when buying her gifts I tried to keep that movie in mind. Anyway... here's Willa's loot.
-Bea

(Ps. Another note on 'Lost'... is it just me or is Naveen Andrews a total babe? I think I may have blogged about this before but... he really is and I've always thought so. I blame 'The English Patient', when he had the long hair... sexy, sexy.)

Look 1

1. Chloe Silk Top

2. Equipment Signature Washed-Silk Shirt

3. Alex Monroe Forget Me Not Stud Earrings

4. 'Moon Pix' - Cat Power

5. Chloe Roses De Chloe

6. Christian Louboutin 120mm Python Pigalle Pumps (sold out)

7. Mulberry Double Bonded Cotton Trench Coat in Camel

8. A.P.C. Line Skirt in Antique Rose

Look 2

1. Paul & Joe Bayadere Silk-Jacquard Dress

2. The Row Carlton Oversized Crepe Blouse

3. Chloe Leather Waist Belt

4. Chloe Lightweight Tailored Trousers (sold out)

5. Alex Monroe Forget Me Not Stacking Ring Number Three

6. J. Crew Merino Tippi Cardigan (sold out)

7. Kesco Classic School Saddle Shoes in Black/White

Look 3

1. Steven Alan Eloise Dress

2. Michael Kors Polka Dot Print Georgette Blouse (sold out)

3. Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey

4. 'Blood Bank' - Bon Iver

5. 'Stoker'

6. Clinique Quickliner For Eyes in Roast Coffee

7. Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Balm in Whole Lotta Honey

8. A.P.C. Minimalist Bag

9. Various Projects Pull On Skirt

10. Alex Monroe Forget Me Not Bracelet

He Died A Little Bit Each Time The Night Came In And The Stars Fell Over Michigan...

Hello All!

I realized this morning while I was looking at the blog, that for all my jibber-jabber about the party on Monday, I totally forgot to show you what I bought my nephew Oscar for his 7th birthday. I can't believe how fast he's growing up. I remember so clearly the day he was born, Kae was so nervous! Anyway, below is his loot as well as today's outfit post. That's right, I'm actually caught up this time! I know I can't believe it either. Today, the family and I are just spending time around the house, relaxing. Ahhh... that's the ticket. Hope you're enjoying yourself today as much as I am me.
-Bea

(Ps. Can you believe that I'm turning twenty-seven tomorrow. Sheesh. When did I get so old? Seriously time... slow the frick down.)


What I'm Listening To:

Fruit Bats
The Ruminant Band
'Singing Joy To The World'

June 11th 2014

Dress: Orla Kiely

Shoes: Kurt Geiger London

Bag: Dolce & Gabbana

Sunglasses: Kate Spade New York

Earrings: Kate Spade New York

Necklace: Kate Spade New York

Engagement Ring: Vintage - Similar

Wedding Ring: Catbird

Nail Polish: Butter London in Keen

Oscar's Birthday Loot

Look 1:

1. J. Crew Boys Secret Wash Shirt In Two Tone Check in Blazing Orange

2. J. Crew Kids Cashmere Cable Crewneck Sweater in Navy

3. Starburst Fruity Slushies

4. Fjallraven Classic Kanken Backpack in Red Ox

5. Adidas Kids Gazelle Sneakers

6. J. Crew Boys Slim Jean In Garment Dyed in Dusty Camel

Look 2:

1. J. Crew Kids Short Sleeve Chambray Popover

2. J. Crew Kids Cashmere Sweatshirt in Heather Grey

3. Minecraft 7'' Enderman Plush

4. Ray-Ban Junior Wayfarer Sunglasses

5. Vans Boys Canvas Authentic in Dress Blues/True White

6. Wonka Fantabulous Fudge Bar

7. J. Crew Boys Irish Linen Club Shorts In Tonal Stripe

Look 3

1. Stella McCartney Kids Sailor Shirt

2. Stella McCartney Kids Billy Sweatshirt in Grey

3. Mike And Ike Zours

4. Vans Suede/Canvas Sk8-Hi in Navy/White

5. J. Crew Star Wars C3P0 Case For IPhone 5/5s

6. Barnes & Noble Jazwares 15233 Star Wars C3P0 Earbuds

7. Minecraft 7'' Baby Mooshroom Plush

8. Gap Kids 1969 Skinny Jeans

The Joy Of Gift Giving: Birthdays 2014 - Ruby...

Okay, final post of the day, as promised. This is a look at what I got my darling littlest sister Ruby for her 13th birthday. Can't believe that she's an actual teenager now... I guess that means that next year I'll have to shop for her somewhere other than J. Crew Kids. Today we all hung out on the slightly overcast beach. The first official barbecue of the summer. It was fun but after yesterday, I'm really ready to just loaf around and do nothing. Anyway, take a look at Ruby's loot. Hope you enjoy...
-Bea

Look 1

1. 'New Girl' Season 1

2. J. Crew Girls Gold Button Caroline Cardigan in Navy

3. Kate Spade New York Graceful Floral Frontal Necklace in French Navy

4. Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Streak

5. Ciate in Access All Areas

6. J. Crew Lucie Printed Fabric Slingback Flats in Leopard White Canvas

7. Mademoiselle Jacadi Cotton Pique Tank

8. J. Crew Girls Cafe Capri in Sailboat Print

Look 2

1. Jacadi Gingham Peplum Tank

2. J. Crew Girls Cashmere Cardigan in Snow

3. 'New Girl' Season 2

4. Kate Spade New York Ready Set Pearl Collar Necklace

5. Keds Champion Eyelet in White

6. J. Crew Girls Frankie Shorts in White

Look 3

1. Mademoiselle Jacadi Striped Seersucker Dress

2. J. Crew Girls Gold Button Chambray Dress

3. J. Crew Lillian Glitter Low Wedges

4. Kate Spade New York One In A Million Initial Pendant Necklace in R-Gold

5. 'Pretty In Pink'

6. 'New Girl' Season 3

Look 4

1. Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Native

2. J. Crew Girls Rosette Dress In Crinkle Chiffon in Misty Rose

3. J. Crew Girls Gold Button Caroline Cardigan in Ivory (sold out)

4. Urban Decay Ink For Eyes

5. Kate Spade New York Skinny Mini Long Pave Station Necklace

6. Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh Delight

7. Ciate in Hoopla

8. Kate Spade New York Gabe Flats in Pale Pink/Cream