Style Gawking {Pennyweight}

I'm totally loving Elise, of the lovely blog Pennyweight, and her brilliant Top to Bottom series where she mashes street styles together into one perfect ensemble.



I'd love to rock this look - wouldn't you?!

PS: Check out what I'm currently coveting on Elise's other lovely series, Wanted this Week.

images via stockholm streetstyle styled by pennyweight

Happy {Rue Sneak Peak} Weekend

My dears, I've had a little secret I've been keeping from you. Well actually, it's a ginormous secret, but now the cat can be let out of the bag.

You may have already caught wind that Rue, Issue 2 is coming on November 21st. I am particuclarly over the moon excited to see the next round of gorgeousness because...the Rue girls so thoughtfully asked me to contribute!

I won't tip my hand entirely but I just couldn't wait any longer to share a tiny peek of what you'll see! Let's just put it this way - if you're worried about your wardrobe this holiday season be sure to check out Issue 2.



images by la vie photography, styled by me!

Thank you so much to Rue for including me in the fun ~ I know what I'll be pouring over this Sunday! And I can't wait to hear what you all think.

Till Monday luvies!
*Mrs. E

Apt 34 Out and About

I had the pleasure of guest posting at a couple of fabulous destinations this week. The style maven Paloma over at La Dolce Vita asked me to share the 10 things I can't live without. Coffee, fresh flowers and sky-high heels definitely made the list. You can find out what else did here!



I also had a nice conversation with the ladies at Desqual, a new online design destination, about how the world of blogging, how I define my personal style and my take on the raging boy blazer trend (approve!).


You can see the rest of the interview here - hope you enjoy!

Sole-ful Decor {Omelle}

Spring trends are already in the air (here and here for example). The spring shoe collection from Omelle certainly has me daydreaming of warmer days, brighter skies and lots of leg. 

They are also a perfect match for bright and sunny Scandinavian spaces. 

rooms via automatism and emmas design blogg 

shoes by omelle

For more forward-thinking style ideas, check out my 2010 style resolutions (and how I did on my 2009 goals) over on Tea for Joy today!

Happy {Get Ready} Weekend

Did you notice it's nearly the middle of December already? Are your trees trimmed and your lights up? Are all of your presents bought and wrapped neatly under the tree? I didn't think so.

photography by Karen Mordechai  via style me pretty and Reverie Daydream Boutique

Here are a few ideas to help you out.

You may have missed my Christmas gift list on Design Crushing.

Lovely decor ideas like the examples above here and here.

More stunning gift guides here and here.

And a special offer for just for you - Apt#34 sponsor Reverie Daydream Boutique is offering readers a 15% discount and FREE SHIPPING on any purchase. Just enter the code Apt34 when you order and the lovely Je'taime pillow and many other wonderful goodies can be yours.

Happy weekend luvies.

*E

Whoa!

image by Hugh Stewart

I just found out that Apt#34 has been nominated at Divine Caroline for a Love! This Site Award. I. Die.

I'm definitely a tiny fish up against some very big dogs. Sure, a little prize money would be a great bonus in the midst of wedding planning, but I can honestly say I'm just in awe to be among the list of those nominated, many of whom I call friends.

If you do feel so inclined, I would sincerely appreciate your vote. And thank you to whom ever nominated little ole' me!

A Few of My Favorite Things

My dears, I'm still recovering after my whirlwind weekend in Vegas.

my favorite brigitte sire photo

I suspect after my second or third cup of coffee I'll feel right as rain. In the meantime, the lovely Stacy of la boudoir posted my do or die list - the handful of things I just can't live without. 

Please check it out here.

Apt #34 Guest Post

While darling Anne of The City Sage is soaking up rays in Maui I leant her readers some shopping advice.

If you'd like to start dreaming about warmer climates check it out here.

A Spot of Tea

After having made my list of goals for the new year, I was so excited when the darling Lynne of tea for joy asked me to share my style resolutions for 2009. including design, shopping and some of my favorite blogs. 

My primary 2009 design resolution - keep things light, open and airy!

via cup of jo

Take a moment to brew your favorite morning drink and check out my style resolutions here.

photo by femke reyerman

Tea for Joy has been posting such great interviews and I feel privileged to be one of them. Thanks again Lynne!