Friday Faves

Just a few random thoughts for this Friday! One of the presents that bEw got me for my birthday was a Kate Spade bow ring. I am seriously in love. It is not the big one like I have seen on many blogs-- It's much smaller and more of an every day ring. I have received so many compliments on this ring and love looking down at a cute little bow! It definitely makes every outfit a bit more fun!

I am in love with the Brooks Brothers store in Georgetown. It is one of my favorite places. Every square inch of the place is sheer perfection. This is towards the back of the store and one of my favorite little spots. I would love an entry way in my house to look just like this! Remember my post on how much I love eagle regency mirrors?

If you are ever in Georgetown, I am urging you to run to Paolo's for the weekend brunch! To start off, they have gorgeous outdoor seating. Next, mimosas, bellinis, and bloody mary's are all just $3. Any brunch item on the menu is $8 before 1pm. The best part? The food is absolutely fabulous. I had the Italian eggs benedict one day and then the egg sandwich the next, and they were both fantastic! Not to mention their bread sticks and tapenade are mouth-watering delicious! Plus, you cannot beat the price-- bEw and I paid $26 for the two of us each time... talk about a deal!
What are you loving this Friday? Have a fabulous day!
Yours,
sCe

Lifeguard Press: Lilly Pulitzer Review!

I love Lifeguard Press. I have enjoyed their notebooks, stationery, note-pads, etc. for years. So, when Lifeguard Press contacted me about doing a review, I was so excited! It was hard to choose two things, but I love what I chose! 

 First, I chose the Lilly Pulitzer Insulated Cooler in Chum Bucket. The print is so vibrant, it's great! I fit all that you see on my bed into the cooler. I obviously used it as a tote rather than a cooler. It is so large that it makes a great tote. Plus, I plan on using it this summer as a beach/pool bag. I am going to throw an ice pack in the bag and it will keep my sunscreen/makeup and all other beach necessities nice and cool! 

It's big and oh-so-perfect!

To give you an idea on the size I sat it up against my Just Madras tote and vineyard Vines tote.

 

 Next up is the Lilly Pulitzer Storage Bin (large). I chose this because it looks great in my pink and green themed room. Plus it's perfect as under-bed storage or on a desk shelf. I am definitely going to let cCm borrow this when she heads off to Kentucky in the fall. It will be perfect in her pink and green dorm room as well. This is definitely a college must-have-- especially because it folds to lay flat.

What are your favorite Lifeguard Press products? I love that they have so many options to choose from and feature more than just Lilly! The Jonathan Adler prints are adorable and my mother loves the Susan Wallace Barnes Calendars!

Have a fabulous day!
Yours, 

sCe

Sponsor: Stella and Dot

One of my sorority sisters and good friends, Beth has become an independent stylist for Stella and Dot.

I honestly have never really paid attention to Stella and Dot before because it is compromised of mostly fashion jewelry, and up until recently, I didn't utilize much fashion jewelry into my wardrobe. But now that I love it, I can't get enough!

Beth and I!

Today I am  featuring a few pieces and looks that Beth has put together for some of my other gorgeous sorority sisters! Beth is someone who can make any outfit look absolutely fabulous. Even the girls in our sorority look up to her on all things to do with style! Another sorority sister, Madison, is a great photographer and she took the photos right outside of our sorority house!

This is my G-Little Allison! Isn't she gorgeous?! Allison is wearing:

Top - Ann Taylor

Necklace - Libby Layering Necklace ($69)

Bracelet - Bardot Spiral Bangle - silver ($49)

 This is a close up of both pieces! 

Next up is Caroline! I love the way she pairs navy gingham with bright pink! Caroline is wearing:

Top, vest, and shorts - all JCrew 

Rings - Stackable Band Rings ($39)

Bracelet - Bardot Spiral Bangle - gold ($59)

Earrings - Paradise Studs ($24)

A close up of the Paradise studs! I love these studs because they are a great alternative to pearl studs. 

 Kathleen is sporting the Charlize Teardrop Earrings. I absolutely love these and at $34, they are very affordable! They are also so perfect for summer... Turquoise is a summer staple! 

 On Kathleen:

Jeans - Lucky

Top - Anthropologie

Bangle - Serpent Bangle ($49)

Necklace - On the Mark Necklace ($59)

earrings - Sidewinder studs ($29)

 

I love all of these looks and the girls behind the looks! Have you shopped Stella and Dot? What are your favorite pieces? Here are some more pieces that I am loving:

Paige Enamel Bangle $59.

Jules Ring $49

Carobella Hoops

Shop Stella and Dot today and let me know what you pick up! Have a fabulous day!

Yours, 

sCe

 

 

Hofbrauhaus

First, I want to extend a HUGE thank you to all of those who Tweeted/texted/called/Facebooked/commented/etc. wishing me a happy birthday. Each and every person brightened my day and helped me to have an even happier birthday. The blogging world never ceases to amaze me and enrich my life! Thank you!

Daddy, Mother, me, bEw

Over Easter weekend, I celebrated with my family because we were all going to be in different places on my actual birthday. We went to the Hofbrauhaus. It is a German Beer Hall and there are only several in the world. It reminds me a lot of the Germany part of Epcot in Disney World. It's very neat and the perfect place to celebrate.

 They serve giant "bier steins" and brew all of the beer in house. If you have been reading Summer Wind for a while now, then you are probably thinking what I am doing in a beer restaurant when I don't drink beer...

Well, luckily for me, they had cute little bottles of champagne. The guys loved the beer options though! Hofbrauhaus is also famous for all of the patrons standing on the chairs and benches while the band plays. It is SO much fun and makes you think like you are getting away with something by standing on the chairs!

All of the waiters, waitresses, bartenders, and even the band were dressed in traditional German outfits. See what I mean about the Disney World kind of atmosphere?!

The way the entire place is decorated is so neat! Giant lanterns, wall murals, and even the bathrooms make you feel like you are in Germany. My favorite part? The fried pickles.

Have you been to a Hofbrauhaus? Or even better, the original in Germany? Have a fabulous day!
Yours,
sCe