1: Wish for a Happy New Year
I’m really excited for the start of the 2012 and ready to say goodbye to 2011. It’ll be a year of good things, I’m sure! So, whether you’re staying in with a good movie and a cup of tea, or going out to ring in the new year with a glass of champagne and a... (read more)
2: Last Minute Photo Backdrops
Ok, so this post was originally going to be something totally different, but this morning I came across some awesome ideas for easy DIY party photo backdrops, and wanted to share them with you. One, in particular, looks super quick and easy and could certainly be put together before your New Year’s Eve party tonight.... (read more)
3: New Year, New Resolutions
I’m a big fan of New Year’s resolutions. Sure, those resolutions often fall by the wayside after a few months, but there’s always value in taking a moment to think about what you’d like to work on or improve in your life. Here are a few I’ve been thinking about recently: 1. Create New Traditions:... (read more)
4: Delicious Champagne Cocktails
Since we all know champagne is my drink of choice, here are a few champagne cocktail recipes to make for your New Year’s party: Champagne Cocktail, from Martha Stewart Ingredients: 3 drops bitters 1 sugar cube 1 oz Cognac 4 oz chilled Champagne Directions: 1. Drop bitters onto sugar cube, let soak in. Place... (read more)
5: Products to Help With Your Resolutions
It’s the time of year to start fresh with some new resolutions. Luckily, there are lots of products out there to help you stick to those goals. (Stayed tuned for later in the week when I’ll share a few of my own resolutions.) Here are a few ideas to get you started: 1: To help... (read more)
6: Glamorous Party Ideas
Need some ideas for making your New Year’s Eve party glamorous and sophisticated? Here are some party photos to give you some inspiration: 1. Balloons on the ceiling! An easy way to make a fun party space. [Photo found here.] 2. Pillar candles, chandeliers, and tall flower arrangements for a glamorous evening. [Photo found here.]... (read more)
7: Pretty Party Hairstyles
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8: Pretty Pumps
New Year’s Eve is four days away and in our countdown to the big night we’ve already featured 10 sparkly party dresses and 9 beautiful champagne glasses. Today we found 8 pretty pumps to help you ring in the New Year: 1: Serra Pump, Diane von Furstenberg, $375 / 2: Stella, Badgley Mischka, $169 / 3:... (read more)
9: Ways to Cheers
What will you be using at midnight to toast the new year? Here’s a selection of lovely champagne flutes to give you a few ideas: 1: Cheers 4 Flute Set, Mikasa, $59 / 2: Dorset Champagne Flute, Williams-Sonoma, $56 / 3: Platinum Petals Flute, Anthropologie, $14 4: Bubbly Dot Saucer Pair, kate spade, $88 / 5: Edge Flute,... (read more)
10: New Year’s Eve Party Dresses
What will you be wearing when the ball drops this year? Here are some short, sparkly, and fun dresses for inspiration: 1: Cluster Bead Dress, Parker, $300 / 2: Heidi Crystal Belt Dress, Alice + Olivia, $350 / 3: West Village Fete Dress, Mod Cloth, $105 4: One Shoulder Dress in Metallic Jacquard, ASOS, $59 / 5:... (read more)
Merry Christmas!
I hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas! (and a Happy Hanukkah!) I’ve got a weekend packed with good family and good times. I won’t be posting over the weekend, but check back on Monday for the start of our Countdown to New Year’s series. [photo found here] (read more)
Friday’s Sweet and Lovely Finds
A snowflake for your wall. (From above) Prettymaps! Wrap your packages with a vintage brooch. (More wrapping inspiration here, and here. Get some ideas for your holiday gifts!) Beautiful wallpaper — this is something I definitely, definitely need. The subtle pattern would look great in so many spaces. Green wellies? Yes, please. Time... (read more)
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