Birthday Wishes

Tomorrow is my birthday so I thought I’d share a birthday list for you last-minute shoppers! 🙂  It is just fun to think about a wish-list for me since I am able to shop after giving up shopping after lent! I cannot wait to go to the mall!!

1. Kindle

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{I think I would read more if I could buy books at my fingertips} 

2. Seven for all Mankind Skinny Jeans

7 For All Mankind Jeans - Crop Skinny Jeans in Turquoise

3.  New Makeup

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{spring is all about light foundation and bright lip color.  I need my makeup bag spruced up}

4. Festive treats

{can someone make me these? they are soo pretty!}

5. Wedges

{a necessity for spring/summer.}

Easter Goodies

This weekend was such a beautiful weekend filled with happiness. I spent most of the weekend baking and eating! 🙂

{Coconut egg nest cupcakes}

{Vanilla peep cupcakes}

{spring flowers used as accessories & silly picture-taking with a friend}

{beautiful roses that my mom got for her birthday}

{Polish Easter Babka from Kasia’s Bakery on Broad Street, New Britain, which is like a little Poland}

{easter must-haves}

Happy Easter

Hope everyone has a fabulous Easter with loved ones.  I know this year for me, it will be extra hard to celebrate Easter with the loss of my Uncle Joe.  We have such a tight-knit family and we miss him dearly, especially during the holidays because he loved spending time with family.  Hope you all enjoy your family & friends to the fullest. xoxo

I will be doing my traditional Polish Easter basket tomorrow with my mom! See Polish Easter basket traditions here.

After looking at old photos, I realized my mom dressed me up in the most ridiculous Easter dresses and I always seemed to have a bowl haircut of some sort! Thanks Mom!

Pretentious Pocket

I was lucky enough to receive a Pretentious Pocket, Manhattan’s finest accessory for men.  The creator of pretentious pocket is the notorious Justin Ross Lee (JRL), New York City’s notorious socialite.  For those of you that do not know him- think Scott Disick from “Keeping up with the Kardashians.”  JRL’s fashion is impeccable, along with his sarcasm. 

These fashion forward pocket squares make the perfect gift for any guy in your life.  Each pocket square is themed; a few examples:  The Hamptons, Lucky F#%k, and the one my hubby enjoyed, Positive Cash Flow.  There is a unique design for every personality and these edgy designs are made with 100% silk in Manhattan. Check out the collection here.

Whether your man is starting a new job, heading to the Hamptons for the summer, or just needs a little spice to his suit jacket, Pretentious Pocket makes the perfect accessory gift.

{Justin Ross Lee with his celebrity twin Scott Disick, wearing “The Prick.”}

{left: Delusions of Grandeur.  right: Lucky F%$k}

{the beautiful pretentious gift box Pretentious Pocket came in}

{absolutely stunning details & colors, above: Positive Cash Flow}

{My hubby wearing Positive Cash Flow before a night out}

Handmade Gifts

Once in a while it feels good to buy something local or handmade instead of from a huge department store.  Also, giving something vintage or handmade is the perfect gift because you know you will not be giving a duplicate.  Here are some gift ideas for those spring birthdays, wedding showers, and Mothers day events. The perfect place to find these gifts-Etsy.com

Cotton/Linen Tea Towel, Hand Printed Dot in Pewter

{Cotton & Linen tea towels, $16  Etsy.com}

 Personalized Bridal Hanger, Wedding Dress Hanger, Custom Wire Name Hanger, Bridal Gift

{precious personalized bridal hanger- perfect for a bridal shower! $14.50, Etsy.com}

Custom Sand Imprint Flip Flops. Your Design. No Minimum Order Quantity.

{custom sand imprint flip-flops. so cute. $19.95, Etsy.com}

Decorative Accent Throw Pillow - 15 x15 Inch Reversible - Colorful Sun Burst Accent Pillow

{decorative accent throw pillow, $22 Etsy.com}