This past month

Again, I've been too busy for regular posts, but I haven't forgotten about it! I've been collecting random things that I've been wanting to share.

First, this amazing looking documentary called SOMM about the Court of Master Sommelier Exam. If I had an abnormal talent for taste and smells, I would totally consider something like this.

Second, some really awesome and artistic iPhone cases at society6.com. Below are some of my personal faves... oh yeah, I guess that means I'm finally announcing that I got an iPhone! So amazing!!!

SATC Fashion Inspiration

For a little fashion inspiration today, I never get tired of SJP's outfits from SATC (especially II).... I tend to turn to this series when I'm looking for classic and contemporary fashion inspiration. Some of the outfits, I admit, are a little too cutting edge for me, but there's always something good to be taken away from one.

I love, love, love her opening Halston dress!

Shoes: Christian Louboutin, Dress: Halston, Necklace: Solange Azagury-Partridge, Sunglasses: Mykita

Dress: Halston, Bag: Christian Louboutin, Shoes: Christian Louboutin, Bracelet: Jimmy Choo

This is my favorite SJP Dress tops. Probably because it reminds me of the romantic glamour of the early 20th century...

Dress: Ralph Lauren, Bag: Hermes, Boater: Albertus Swanepoel

Dress: Lanvin, Necklace: Stephen Dweck, the Perfect Man: Chris Noth

Did you know that the costume budget for SATC2 was reportedly more than $10 million???

Other fun things for today:

German Shepherds that love playing with soda water.

SATC2 re-inspired my desire to travel to Marrakech, Morocco.

Just a little less than 1 month before the folks come back to Denver for a visit! I've been playing hostess in my head quite a bit, so there should be some fun posts coming after they're here. Oh, and I finally got my new camera battery in the mail! Yaaaay for not as many google image pics on my blog!

Organize Your Library

I normally am so serious when I organize my library by either author or genre - though I don't go so far as Dewey Decimal system. Well today I felt a little creative and decided to organize my books by color. The thought must have remained in my subconscious after watching this really fun video several months ago.

I have just enough books to fill my fireplace mantle, plus organizing them by color looks neat, organized and stylish. It's a great statement piece in lieu of any artwork. Looks like I need more brighter green and blue books...

Most designers I see tend to organize in the following pattern: white, creams, tan, brown, red, yellow, green, blue, purple, gray and blacks. The color system is best for visual people, or those with a photographic memory - otherwise you might spend a good while looking if you have more than 50 books.

BTW, I was leafing through an old magazine and stumbled on this adorable DVF retro bikini. (minus the ghastly shoes) Who wouldn't feel like Marilyn Monroe in this piece and a pair of classic Wayfarers.

Goodness, does this picture make me long for the Cali beaches and our family's annual summer retreat to Carpinteria. It's no fun being a grown up at times. Something new called responsibility & work, sheesh...