SKATES & SPOTS

Kate Spade is one of those companies that in my eyes can do no wrong. Their fall 2012 campaign mixes rollerskates and polka dots, two super awesome things. If this campaign doesn't make you want to lace up and rock some spots, well, you might want to check for a pulse!

TAKE ME AWAY!

  

Forget the tropics, I want to go here! These spreads of Valerie Weigmann were shot by Roy Macam for the March issue of Preview Magazine. "Fantasy Island" seems like my kind of place! Loving all the colors, the styling, the concept, and how full of fun this shoot is! 

HAPPY FEET

H & M | Topshop

Everyday I see so many completely random things that stand out to me. Often on blogs my favorite thing is seeing these random things that really just speak for themselves and don't have much written about them. Sometimes my posts take me hours to make so I am going to try to post more of these things that just shine to me and don't need much written about them. Anyways, glitter is always fun so check out these sandals and add a little sparkle to your step!

FOODIE FLOATS

donut | pretzel

Now that summer is here I'm ready to relax and float in the pool. I saw these on Urban Outfitters and I just adore them. They actually look comfortable too, especially that pretzel! How neat would a pool look filled with all sorts of fun floats?! 

FUN & FIT {A DAY AT THE PARK}

1 H20MG bottle | 2 Pierrepont Hicks blanket | 3 Straw tote | 4 To Go containers | 5 iPod speaker | 6 Lululemon crops | 7 Nike free run +3 | 8 Nike+ ipod sensor | 9 Camelbak bottle | 10 Puma duffel bag

Sometimes it's hard to think of ways to how to spend a day out having fun, but still fit in a workout. How about a trip to the park? Relax with a picnic and fuel your body with some healthy food from home. Bring a healthy snack along too, like some watermelon. How cool is that watermelon on a stick?! Then enjoy a nice run, jog, or even a walk. What a perfect way to spend a beautiful day! 

FEELING....

Kate Spade pattern | Johnny Miller popsicles | Aaron Dyer splatters

I really love pinterest, I think it's a great way to discover new things. I pin often, and sometimes I see trends in the mood & the colors of things I am pinning. These are three of my recent pins, all very similiar in both mood and palette. My current mood looks like i need some fun, perhaps on a tropical vacaction?... that must be it!

FUN & FIT {SUMMER MUSTS}

1 Trina Turk ice bucket | 2 Kate Spade umbrella | 3 Kate Spade clutch | 4 Nike tank | 5 Puma tank | 6 Nike shorts | 7 Puma capris | 8 Nike shoes

Summer is a time for fun in the sun! Some time at the pool, a day at the beach, & a nice run to get in shape for all of that. Here are some of my summer must haves for fun & fitness! I can't wait for some nice weather and sunshine!

FUN MEETS FITNESS

In the spirit of colorful running, the most colorful 5k around, Color Me Rad. You begin the run with a white t-shirt and throughout the run you are coated with blue, green, pink, purple, and yellow. When you finish the race you look tie-dyed from head to toe. This is a 5k I could get into! Boston will be colored rad on July 15th and will also be coloring 24 other cities.

{THING}SPIRATION

1 Bauble Bar earrings | 2 Kenneth Jay Lane ring | 3 Theodora & Callum scarf | 4 Nars blush | 5 J.Crew shorts | 6 Mac lipstick | 7 Marc Jacobs phone wallet | 8 Zara sandals    

Inspiration can come from just about anything. That inspiration can be color, texture, a mood, a feeling, you name it. I saw this pop and was immediately inspired by the amazing bold colors. I also thought it had a super summery feel to it. I created this based on both color and feeling, a cool summery collection with brilliant hues. Who wouldn't want to look as cool as that pop?

FRESH PACKAGING

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Johnny Cupcakes clothing, known for their cupcake inspired t-shirts with cupcakes and crossbones, just released this awesome packaging for their latest t-shirt drop. The paint cans are designed to look like used frosting containers complete with playful nutrition facts and "frosting" running over the top. Each can contains your flavor tee, available in chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry. Word is the cans are even scented! How cool? What a clever, fun packaging idea!

ARTIST ENVY {CONFETTI SYSTEM}

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Object of my envy... Confetti System, Julie Ho & Nicholas Andersen

What do they make? AMAZING festive & kaleidoscopic "party systems" made of tissue paper!

Who do they create this for? They have done work for J.Crew, Lanvin, Beach House, & more.

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Thoughts... Pretty amazing right? I first saw their work on pinterest and immediately wanted to see more. You can get your own Confetti System piece including pinatas, confetti, garlands, confetti flowers, and some other handmade creations here and see more of their work here. Check it out, i'm sure you'll be envious of their talent too!