Ornamental Sparkle

One of my all time favorite things about Christmas is decorating the tree and relishing in the memories that each ornament holds. As I carefully place my beloved treasures upon the tree, I quickly find myself lost in those special memories. Whether it be the vast collection of Hallmark Holiday Barbie ornaments that I received annually from my grandmother, handmade creations from my school years, or those purchased in towns I've visited..each one holds a special place in my heart. What better way to remember those blessed occasions than with an ornament! Here are some of my favorites that would sparkle up any tree...

1. Jeweled Menagerie Giraffe - Anthropologie

2. Fireside Feelings - Anthropologie

3. Sock Monkey Snowman - Chasing Fireflies

4. Olivia Riegel Seahorse - Bloomingdales

5. Swarovski 2010 Annual Ornament - Bloomingdales

6. Christopher Radko Pricely Pine - Saks

7. MacKenzie-Childs Glass Owl - Saks

8. NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade - Bloomingdales

Charleston: Most Attractive People

Why do I love living in Charleston so much? Charleston was recently rated No. 1 Most Attractive People in America's Favorite Cities 2010 survey! The article states "This South Carolina city bumped off perennial winner Miami this year; have the good-looking people really migrated north? Charlestonians also score high for friendliness, rank second for their classic sense of style, and even make the top 10 for intelligence. To see if it’s all true, just stroll the streets of this quaint city, which also ranks No. 1 for its noteworthy neighborhoods."

Other most attractive cities included San Diego, Savannah, Miami and Salt Lake City to name a few. Props to Charleston for acheiving sexy status...

Color Crush: Sapphire Blue

The air is getting chilly (finally) and the layers are piling on. I'm loving this rich sapphire shade of blue for an unexpected pop of color. Whether it be a ring, perfect pair of pumps, tailored peacoat or a wool floppy hat..this color is popping up everywhere. The cooler months have never been so blue...

Sapphire Blue Winter by las1020 featuring blue gloves

Plan in Style

The ladies at MomAgenda have done it again! They recently introduced the "MyPlan" organizer, which is a smaller, shortened version of MyAgenda. Of course, I had to pick one up! I love the slim fit because it stores nicely in my purse and doesn't weigh down my shoulders. Have no fear, my tidy green planner is not being permanently replaced. Green will simply be used as a desktop only planner now. MyPlan is better used as an on-the-go, carry around all the time type planner. I'm in heaven.

i chose this cutie, zebra & pink!

Elephants & Donkeys

Happy Election Day! The pumpkin I carved this past weekend just so happened to be election-day-appropriate. It's a GOP pumpkin! I have a thing for that cute little elephant, if you haven't noticed. Whether donkey or elephant, get out there and cast your vote!

Trick-or-Treat, Smell my feet!

Hope everyone had a haunted-ly festive Halloween. On Friday night, boyfriend and I headed to the annual Monster's Ball. We went as Tiger Woods and Elin and had tons of fun acting in character all night long. Who would have thought that we would end up as finalists in the costume contest? Guess that nice little shiner I added to boyfriend's eye really pulled off the effect! What costume did you sport this year?!

 Nike Hat = $25

Nike Golf Polo = $45

Nike Golf Club = $450

$750M Settlement = Priceless

(you can't read my "priceless" sign in the pic, but it was attached to my golf club!)