Falling

bag: Kate Spade, scarf: Theodora & Callum, polish: Essie, blue jacket: J.crew

I'm already falling! Nothing against Summer of course, but I'm excited for that crisp breeze and the necessity to layer up or grab a lightweight jacket.  Plus, I'm a huge fan of rich colors and jewel tones which come out of hiding in the Fall.  Bring on the new season!

J xx

Which Way?

Image: Just a Girl in a City

Maybe it's not rocket science after all.

J xx

Saw it, Loved it

I loved this movie.  After watching the trailer I thought Anne's accent would be a big problem, but for some reason her fake accent was a non-issue in the movie.  Anne was great in the role, and Jim Sturgess was so, so adorable and perfect as Dexter.  The movie reminded me of all my favorite parts in the book, and I really thought it did the book justice.  I never found myself wishing they did more with this or that scene, I always felt satisfied.  In fact, there were points in the film where I was moved to tears - not because of the nature of the scene, but because the acting was so well done.  To me, this movie was a celebration of the book.  I highly recommend you see it (and read it!). And Jim Sturgess...oh, Jim Sturgess...I'm in love.

J xx

Alexandra Grecco

Buy Alexandra's one of a kind designs on Etsy. So lovely and sexy!  

J xx

Missoni for Target

Blogs are buzzing about Missoni's Fall collection for Target.  It's always exciting when a high end fashion label partners with a retailer known for its 'more for less' brand promise. The collection goes well beyond clothing with items for every room in the house; there's even a bicycle! While I do appreciate a bright happy pattern, the style of this collection veers on the side of 60s mod which is not my favorite look. But this quilted blanket could really work for me. I quite like it!

J xx

Warm Fuzzies

Image: The Alternative Bride

This never gets old.

J xx

Spike

Baby porcupine.  I dare you not to smile.

J xx

Craving Now

shirt: Stella McCartney, bra: VPL, bag: CÉLINE

Love. Need. Gotta have all three.

J xx

Home Made Fiction

Do you recognize this house?  A naval instructor romanced a navy fighter pilot to the tune of Berlin's "Take My Breath Away" in this oceanside bungalow.  You guessed it! "This is the Top Gun house used as the home of fictional character “Charlie” (Kelly McGillis) and key rendezvous point with movie love interest “Maverick” (Cruise).  This San Diego cottage made news recently because it sits on the site of a planned $209M upscale beach resort.  It is said the house will be restored and moved nearby and incorporated into the resort and used as a coffee house or gift shop" source.  

The Top Gun house may not be the most recognizable of movie homes, but it got me thinking about all the famous houses featured in some of best films, that are just as integral to the movie as the characters themselves...

Father of the Bride

"I love this house. I love that I taught my kids to ride their bikes in the driveway. I love that I slept with them in tents in the backyard. I love that we carved our initials in the tree out front. This house is warm in the winter, cool in the summer...and looks spectacular with Christmas lights... But the thing I think I like best about this house...are the voices I hear when I walk through the door."

The Big Chill

A group of old college friends reunite to morn the loss of a friend who committed suicide.  They spend the weekend together in Harold and Sarah's South Carolina home where "small talk turns into a discussion about responsibility and adulthood"source. 

Home Alone

"This house is so full of people it makes me sick. When I grow up and get married, I'm living alone. DID YOU HEAR ME? I'M LIVING ALONE!!!"

It's a Wonderful Life

(Three-twenty Sycamore.)

Mary:  Welcome home, Mr. Bailey... Remember the night we broke the windows in this old house? This is what I wished for.

George:  Darling, you're wonderful.

The Notebook

Noah got the notion into his head that if he restored the old house where they had come that night, Allie would find a way to come back to him.

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Where the Griswolds had the hap, hap, happiest Christmas since Bing Crosby tap-danced with Danny f**k*** Kaye!

J xx

Shall we?

J xx