Chateau de Versailles

My dear friend Katie and I wandered about Europe together this past summer. We visited the Chateau de Versailles and were blown away. I love this pretty photo that [Laurence] took at Marie Antoinette's home. I wonder what it was like actually living there...

Polaroid Of The Day

Okay, well maybe three polaroids of the day. Spring, where are you?





{photos 1 & 3 by urs-daun, photo 2 by rebecca...}

Paper Eyes

Today was a happy day. And these pictures make me happy.







What a fun idea.

{via Color Me Katie}

Elizabeth Schuppe

I love abstract art... it shows so much emotion and vulnerability to me. I recently came across an artist {via all stripes} and quickly fell in love. Meet Elizabeth Schuppe. I hope to have one of her paintings hanging on my wall someday...

Living In A Charmed Life...

Today is an exciting day! My sis-in-law, Joy, releases her new EP, One Of Those Days. You can download it at iTunes or order the physical disc (releasing March 3rd) through sensibilitymusic.com. I can't pick a favorite (it's that good!) but I'd have to say it's between "What Can I Do (But Love You)" and "Charmed Life." Listen for yourself and let me know what you think... www.reverbnation.com/joywilliams.



{beautiful cover art by this not this}

Ooh Zooey, How I Love You

Doily, Doily, Doily

Try saying that ten times fast! I'm starting to see doilies all over the place.



I love these plates from fredflare.com. My favorite is the one on the top left. Dress them up or dress them down.

Hello Handmade

I just love this 2009 calendar from hellohandmadepaperie's Etsy shop. I can't say that I'm usually crazy about calendars, but something about this lovingly handwritten calligraphy mixed with festive dandelions make it hard to resist.

A Deconstruction of Books...

This just makes me smile.

Paper art by Su Blackwell.

{via katy elliott}

Life In Technicolor ii

This is amazing.



Thanks, Nate.

Happy Inauguration Day

Here's something fun to celebrate. Obamicon.Me is a cool web app that lets you upload your image in the style of the famed Shepard Fairey Obama poster. Just post your picture then choose a word to go with it.

Dear Gemma,

Your music is heavenly, you look like a supermodel, and you're from Ireland. Can I please be you for a day?



If you haven't heard her latest record, The Hollow Of Morning, I strongly suggest getting it now! Perfect for this cold, snowy day here in Nashville.

Fields & Flowers

These lovely prints are available at abby try again.

The Sartorialist

Scott Schuman, aka The Sartorialist, started a blog simply to share photos of people that he saw on the streets that he thought looked great. His pictures are always sensational...

2 Little Birds

My husband and I received this beautiful painting as a wedding gift from our insanely artistic friends, Asher and Missy. You could say I have a slight obsession with birds. Check out more of Asher's work at asherwoodart.com.

Not-My-MawMaw's Sausage Casserole

I recently came across these cute recipe cards from boygirlparty.com and I just love love love them.



Here's one of my friend's delicious (and easy!) breakfast casserole recipes:

MawMaw’s Sausage Casserole:

1 lb. mild sausage
6 slices white bread (if you cut the crust off, use 7 slices)
2c milk
4 eggs, beaten
8 oz. bag of shredded mild cheddar cheese
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp dried ground mustard (good with or without)

-brown sausage & drain fat, set aside
-in a separate bowl, combine beaten eggs, milk, mustard, salt & pepper
-tear the 6 slices of bread into chunks and layer evenly in a 9x12 pan
-sprinkle the browned sausage over the bread, then sprinkle the bag of cheese over that
-pour the egg mixture over the layers & press firmly with your hands (gross, but effective)
-cover & refrigerate overnight – sometimes I bake it immediately – there’s not a huge difference
-bake for 45 minutes at 325 degrees

Far From Here...

I love Urban Outfitters and it's always an exciting time when a new catalog comes in the mail.



The early spring collection is so pretty... I'm loving some of the one-piece swimsuits. I usually enjoy the winter and getting all bundled up, but this year I have so been anticipating the warmer weather. Spring is my favorite season by far (maybe in part because I have an April birthday).

Colors, Colors & More Colors

"I live in an old sewing factory building in Brooklyn. Lime green not only complimented the rich brown color of my grandmother's old sofa, but it also added much needed warmth to the industrial space. Knowing that it was a sewing factory, we were inspired to create our own decorative elements, like the lamp and pillows, and seek out other items for free from the streets (orange chairs and end table) or flea markets (the wood letters and dragon wall paper sample). It was a lot of fun turning the factory into a unique, interesting and comfortable place to call home."
— Joel from Brooklyn, NY

I could get lost in Domino Magazine's "Galleries" photos online. I especially love the "Readers Room" section where readers can send in their own photos.

... an all-encompassing home décor, set design, wardrobe consulting, fashion and personal styling experience.

... a daily blog – or creative cluster - full of design, style, photography, art and inspiring ideas.

... meeting each client’s needs, no matter what it takes.

Hi, I’m Elise. I’m a newlywed gal in my early twenties with a passion for all things creative. I am very visually inspired and this blog has emerged as a creative outlet for me. With several years working in the music industry, growing up with my mom as a home decorator and some fashion school under my belt, my life has become a hodgepodge of decorating, fashion styling, designing sets and personal shopping. I love helping and encouraging people to feel inspired and to confidently express themselves through personal style. I can often be spotted scouring the local flea market for the perfect treasure, in the crowd at a Nashville concert, or spending time with my adorable husband. I hope that you’ll stop by often for your daily dose of fashion tips, gorgeous photography, ideas for dressing your nest, new music to check out and more.

Loves: Theme parks, collecting Polaroid cameras, red wine, thrifting with the hubs, interior design, traveling, peppermint mochas, Seattle, my Holga, antique malls, pillows, sepia tone, making collages, vintage everything.

Favorite TV Shows: Glee, Seinfeld, Flashforward, Iron Chef, Project Runway, The Office, anything on Bravo.

Favorite Food: Any and all bread, gouda cheese, Mexican food, barbeque nachos and Rice Krispie Treats cereal.

Favorite Magazines: W, Nylon, Vogue, Lula, V, Paper, Domino (RIP), Frankie.

Currently Listening: Dead Man’s Bones, Fanfarlo, Andrew Belle, The Temper Trap, Gregory Alan Isakov, The Civil Wars.

When I’m not busy styling or blogging, you can find me out and about buying for my online vintage shop – Troubadour Vintage. I take great pride in offering one-of-a-kind vintage clothing, accessories and shoes at the most affordable prices around.

A "troubadour" is a traveling singer, songwriter or storyteller, and that's just what we adore about our vintage items. Every garment has a unique story and history. We love dreaming up fun adventures for each of our listings... where we think they might have been, who may have worn them, and what story is being passed on to you.

You can also find me at these places:

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