Ikat Sandals
Have you guys heard of Pixie Market? I might be behind the times but I came across their eclectic collection of clothes, shoes and accessories this weekend and loved the range that they offer. One of the items that caught my eye was this bright pair of ikat sandals! Man, when I like something I … Read more
Ikat with a Twist
This weekend I searched high and low for the perfect outfit for a friend’s DJ gig at a downtown hotspot. I was looking for the perfect combination of dressy and unique so my look wouldn’t melt into the sea of tight dresses and platform heels that usually dominate the scene. I fell in love with … Read more
Building Blocks
I’ve been in a fashion rut lately – there’s only so much neon a girl can look at when she enters a store! When I came across this blouse – or piece of art? – it was the perfect breath of fresh air I was looking for. I have so many ideas about how to … Read more
Metallic Heels
Homes & Heels started out as a place for me to obsess about interior design and feature heels that live in my fantasy shoe closet. Once I (finally!) got the guts to start featuring my personal style, I forgot all about keeping my lovely readers up to date on the shoes catching my eye! So, … Read more
Etsy Find: PerpetualMotionDecor
It’s been a looong time since I’ve done an Etsy find post (check out past ones here, here and here), but I knew I had to share these gorgeous chandeliers! When you think about “paper lighting” most people’s minds wander back to those chinese lanterns that come in ever color and have become a staple for … Read more
Scoop NYC Anniversary Event
Summers in Chicago make all of those months of wind, sleet and snow bearable. The city comes back to life – daily activities such as going to happy hour with friends become even better when there’s the chance that it can turn into an entire evening of spilling secrets on a rooftop with a skyline … Read more
Metallic Accents
I keep going back to the pictures from my Italy trip to reminisce about the gorgeous cityscapes and landscapes. Lovely readers, did you think I would leave you out of the fun? So here’s another versatile outfit that was comfortable enough for long hours of sightseeing and for cozy Italian dinners. I paired a casual … Read more
Seeking Inspiration: Anthropologie
I am a HUGE fan of Anthropologie. Their gorgeous furniture and hard to miss heels don’t always fit into this gal’s budget but it’s worth shopping in the store just for visual inspiration. I stumbled across this month’s online catalog and was totally captivated by all of the images. I love how they took this … Read more
Monday Morning Inspiration…
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Styling a Sleeveless Vest
While I was on vacation with my family in Italy, not only did I enjoy the amazing architecture and scenery but I spent a lot of time scoping out the Italian fashion scene. Besides the effortless mixing of patterns and color, I loved how women and men layered different pieces together for a look that … Read more
I describe myself as a design enthusiast – art, interior design, fashion – I love it all. Here’s a glimpse of what catches my eye around town, on the web, and everywhere in between. Unfortunately a shoestring budget and little skill make it hard to make my life “design-perfect” but I have no shame in keeping you up to date on my attempts. So here goes, my life in re-design…
