tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16748821963178076872024-03-13T15:00:42.374-04:00FontyFestMusic, Musings, and Making a House a HomeFontyFesthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13209538825400883823noreply@blogger.comBlogger521125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-48533292901046924002014-08-19T03:30:00.000-04:002014-08-19T17:15:22.639-04:00Greenwich Mean Time<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Mr. Fonty's cousin is getting married in Newport, RI on Labor Day weekend. I decided to make a road trip of it and start the week off in NYC with my in-laws. While in New York, we are staying in Tribeca at <a href="http://www.thegreenwichhotel.com/">The Greenwich Hotel</a>. This hotel is all sorts of gorgeous. No two of it's 88 rooms are alike, which sort of seems like a designer's heaven (or hell). Some rooms are rustic, some serene, some glamorous, and yet they all seem to be exactly what I would want for my own home. How does that work!?<br />
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<b>The Bedrooms</b></div>
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Those green walls! Those draperies!</div>
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This room feels like a spa</div>
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I'm obsessed with that orange sofa and pillow</div>
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<b>The Bathrooms: </b></div>
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A girl can dream.... </div>
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<b>Common Areas: </b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.thegreenwichhotel.com/restaurant/">The Restaurant, Locanda Verde</a>:</b></div>
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<b>The Courtyard:</b></div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-10448464615765030532014-08-15T03:30:00.000-04:002014-08-15T03:30:01.469-04:00Splurge vs. Steal: Blaze the Trail<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We are off to Asheville, NC this weekend to celebrate Heath & Molly, the future Mr. & Mrs. Milligan. From the minute Molly came on the scene, we all knew she was a keeper for our Keath. Cheers to you both, and many more weekends of freeloading off the Milligans on Sea Island. <i>I know that's right!</i><br />
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Being in the mountains, Asheville is always about 10 to 15 degrees cooler than Athens which means August brings perfect evening temperatures for dancing under the stars. One could grab the standard pashmina to stay warm, but why not look a little edgier, and top that dress off with a blazer?<br />
(The "Steal" side has some real gems this week. That dress is $98 and those adorable tassel earrings are only $50. Although, I am really thinking my closet could use an Equipment blazer for fall... )</div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-22525111475952056962014-08-12T17:31:00.000-04:002014-08-12T17:37:48.544-04:00Bear Down<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Last weekend, Mr. Fonty and I went back to my college stomping grounds, Tucson, AZ, for a weekend getaway. He had a band playing in town, and I had not been back since I graduated, which is shocking. <script type="text/javascript">
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It could not have been a more perfect weekend. Driving into town, I had butterflies of anticipation. </div>
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Living in Athens, another college town, even in the 5 years I have been here, so much has changed, but Tucson, aside from new student dorms and a bustling downtown, has remained almost exactly as I remembered it. I was expecting to be sad at coming back to a city I didn't recognize, but that was not the case at all. It was as if time stopped 10 years ago, which was a welcome surprise for my reminiscing heart. </div>
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Mr. Fonty was coming in from Boulder. I picked him up at the airport, and we headed straight for one of my hang over favorites, <a href="http://eastcoastsupersubs.ne/">East Coast Subs</a>. I can't tell you how many meat and cheese laden sandwiches and baskets of fries my girlfriends and I consumed at this place over the years. It's disgusting, but in the best possible way. East Coast has changed locations, but the new one (especially the bathrooms) feel like it has always been there. </div>
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From East Coast, we cruised campus, making a pit stop by my old sorority house, <a href="http://uofaalphaphi.tumblr.com/">Alpha Phi</a>. It is as perfect and classically Arizona as I remember it. #prettiesthouseontheblock<br />
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Then I took George to campus...<br />
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After walking around campus, we earned some beers on University Ave. First stop <a href="http://www.frogandfirkin.com/">Frog N Firkin</a>, then <a href="http://www.gentlebens.com/">Gentle Ben's</a> for Blonde Ales in honor of Katie K.<br />
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While at Ben's, we spotted a typical T-Loc. That would be a cat in his Baby Bjorn. Meeeeeeow!<br />
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After getting good and buzzed on cold brews, we checked into our hotel, <a href="http://arizonainn.com/">The Arizona Inn</a>. This place is so magical. I remember coming for brunch, walking around or visiting when someone's parents were in town, but to stay here is like being transported. It was such a retreat from the city. Every afternoon at 5, there is an ice cream social by the pool. We timed our arrival perfectly.<br />
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The grounds are impeccable. I could wander through this place all day long.<br />
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When I was in school, downtown Tucson basically consisted of Hotel/Club Congress, The Rialto, and blacked out late night meals at The Grill. This is certainly not the case now. There are tons of new restaurants, breweries, and bars. We got drinks at Hotel Congress, and enjoyed the incredible evening weather. <br />
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Phoenix's <a href="http://www.pizzeriabianco.com/"> Pizzeria Bianco</a>, which my brother said changed his life, opened a week earlier in Tucson, so we put our name down for the 2.5 hour wait, and wandered the city until it was time to eat. We popped into <a href="http://hubdowntown.com/">HUB </a>which is a brewery and creamery - how dreamy! But we both agreed the place smelled like a cheap sushi restaurant, and didn't have a very good hangout vibe. We then went to <a href="http://playgroundtucson.com/">Playground</a>, which obviously becomes a super cheesy night club after 10, but in the early evening, the rooftop deck was perfect for taking in a sunset. And before we knew it, it was time to eat.<br />
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It was worth the wait. I had the Rosa - Parmesan, rosemary, pistachio and onions. </div>
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The main reason we were there was to see <a href="http://www.newmadridband.com/">New Madrid</a>. They are on an extensive west coast tour. They played at one of Tucson's art gallery turned music venue spaces. I had been to an exact replica of the space 10 years earlier. It was like entering a weird dreamlike memory. It took me about 30 minutes into the set to figure out when and why I had been there before.<br />
It couldn't be a trip to Tucson without hitting up the old standby, <a href="http://www.dirtbagsbar.com/">Dirtbags</a>. It is after all, "a part of growing up". The sorority girls had just arrived in town, so George got a taste of U of A co-eds, and decided that if he has a daughter she will not be allowed to be a desert woman. Fair enough.<br />
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With a hangover (for me), we hiked a bit of Sabino Canyon the next morning. It was such a gorgeous day.<br />
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I earned my Brad's Beef from<a href="http://beyondbread.com/"> Beyond Bread</a>. This might be the one food item I miss the most. Grilled sandwich with: roast beef, sharp cheddar, green chilies, onions, and russian dressing. Heaven between two slices.<br />
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Then after a day spent reading and rejuvenating by the Arizona Inn pool, we hit up The Shanty. The patio is still as quaint as ever.<br />
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It was such a perfect trip. I am still riding a nostalgia high. It was so fun to be back in a place where I couldn't even picture where I would be a day after graduation, let alone 10 years later. Now I live in a city I probably had never heard of, and am married to someone I couldn't have imagined. Life is funny that way. Thanks, Tucson. I love ya! Until next time...</div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-24409765538164614322014-07-29T03:30:00.000-04:002014-07-29T03:30:02.365-04:00Jean Pool<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
HELLO! Long time no write. I've been a combination of out of town and lazy. The perfect storm for abandoning a blog. But, of all the things to inspire me to write again, it was jean cut-offs that brought me back from the dead. <script type="text/javascript">
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Summer is still in full swing in the south, but a "cold front" is moving through this week, bringing our nightly lows into the high 60's. Anything below 73 is considered long sleeve weather to me, so here is how I will be taking my cutoffs from scorching summer to a feels like fall evening. </div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-54305584729377908952014-06-15T03:30:00.000-04:002014-07-28T18:57:28.360-04:00Infertile Ground: What Not to Say to Your Friend Facing Infertility<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Well, our first round of IVF didn't work. The route we chose was the lengthy and expensive option that included genetic testing and had a 5% chance of miscarriage, so of course, I miscarried. Where was this ability to be in the tiny percentage when I was applying to colleges?!? As our "journey" continues, it got me thinking about all the people around us. I am lucky to have so many supportive and loving friends and family whether they understand what I am dealing with or not. I have never felt more surrounded by love. My friends and family have been wonderful, but I thought I would share a list of <b>What Not to Say</b>. I've heard most of these at least once, and their effect varies depending on which part of the emotional roller coaster I am riding. </div>
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<b>"It is amazing how many people you hear of that are dealing with infertility!"</b> Yes, and guess what is it is even more amazing, how many people have no trouble at all getting pregnant. Having lived in 5 cities since I was 18, I have made a lot of female friends. Out of all of those women, I have 3 that I talk to about infertility issues and about 43 baby announcements on my bulletin board. You do the math. Usually the above line is coupled with my next favorite comment...<script type="text/javascript">
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<b>"My sister's best friend's husband's cousin tried to have a baby for 4 years, and the minute they stopped trying, she got pregnant." </b>Do you remember the Urban Relationship Myth episode of Sex & the City? This is the infertility equivalent. Unless your sister's best friend's husband's cousin hired a surrogate who is pregnant with quadruplets and she simultaneously became pregnant with identical twins, I don't really care. It's better to listen to your friend's story than trying to relate to her by grasping at some distant person's misfortune.</div>
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<b>"Just Relax!"</b> I give any woman going through infertility a free pass to punch you in the face when you say this. True Story: I am at a Quest Diagnostics having 14, yes 14, vials of blood drawn (coupled with it being 4:00 pm, and I was not allowed to eat all day), and the nurse starts telling me how if I "Just relax", I will get pregnant right away. She sees it happen all the time. Really, Latwana? You think that I can relax when I am having 14 vials of blood taken from my veins? It's really easy to relax when I am sticking needles in my stomach each night or having ultrasounds and bloodwork every other day - an hour from my house. I tried relaxing, and I still miscarried, so now I am trying science. </div>
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<b>"I just know this is going to happen to me too."</b> I haven't done anything to cause this. I don't want to be some cautionary tale. Yes, you may have trouble getting pregnant, but chances are you won't. Don't make what I am going through a chance to harp on some future hypothetical medical issue of yours. </div>
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<b>"It will happen when the time is right." </b>You're right. I am a 32 year old, financially stable woman in a loving marriage who owns a home in a city filled with young children. The time is definitely wrong for me. I should have aimed to be a subject on 16 and Pregnant. </div>
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<b>"It's God's will."</b> People love to bring God into infertility. By doing so, you are telling me that God doesn't want me to have a child. Gee, thanks. I will be sure to tell you "It's God's will" the next time you complain about your child getting the flu or an ear infection. And, don't worry "God doesn't give us anything we can't handle". </div>
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<b>"What I wouldn't give to have your freedom/ability to sleep in/ so much free time." </b>Really? Would you give up your adorable children? I didn't think so. I have to say, this process has forced me to gain an appreciation of our pre-child life, and I am very thankful for that. We take full advantage of being a footless and fancy free family of 2 +Ryman. Mr. Fonty and I do a ton of traveling, and have really kicked it up a notch, because we keep thinking "this could be our last chance". However, would I give up our upcoming trip to Europe for a bun in the oven? In a heart beat. This topic for me is all about your delivery. There is talking about how we enjoy our child-free life and coming at it from a condescending "you don't understand my parenting problems" angle. Your complaints about not sleeping are best saved for your friends that are also not sleeping. I'll be too busy enjoying a lazy, crayon free brunch. </div>
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<b>"It could be worse..." </b>Would you say this to a cancer patient? "It could be worse, you could have AIDS too." Infertility is all encompassing. Every day is filled with monitoring your body, shots, patches, vitamins, you name it. When putting this much effort, not to mention, money into something, if it doesn't work, it is devastating. Imagine you are assigned a project at work. You work night and day for 3 months to get ready. It's all you think about for months. The day comes for your big presentation, and you think you nail it. You go home, relax, and 2 weeks later, your boss calls you in, and says you did a great job on your presentation, but unfortunately, you are fired. That's what a failed IVF cycle feels like. But, it could be worse... Your car could break down on the way home from the job you just lost. </div>
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<b>(After a miscarriage) "At least you know you can get pregnant." </b>For some women, yes, this is a good sign, but for a lot of other women, like myself, getting pregnant isn't the issue. You never know what someone is dealing with, so avoid getting medical. </div>
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<b>"Why don't you just adopt?"</b> This one sort of amazing me. It is so flippantly thrown around like adopting is such an easy process on it's own. Adoption is a big deal. It's a child, not a puppy, folks. </div>
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I don't want to make anyone feel like there is no right thing to say to a friend dealing with infertility. If someone is coming from a place of love and caring, there isn't a wrong thing to say. Most of the above comments come from self-righteousness and verbal diarrhea. Remember that sometimes all a person needs is someone to listen and use my mom's favorite quote, "This is the <i>shits</i>", because I tell you friends, it is in the fact The Shits. </div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-565955937179671482014-06-06T03:30:00.000-04:002014-07-28T18:57:54.742-04:00Splurge vs. Steal: All White Now<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I am declaring this summer, the summer of the white blazer. </div>
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I actually pulled a white blazer from a bag awaiting it's consignment destiny when I saw all these impossibly chic women looking fresh and hip in my castoff from my former working girl days. There isn't even the tiniest hint of late 90's cubicle in any of these blazers. </div>
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This summer, dare to bare with flattering, strategically placed cut outs to highlight your assets, not your bare ass. </div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-61800274380826059642014-05-29T03:30:00.000-04:002014-05-30T10:18:44.296-04:00Paper Me Crazy<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b><a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/">Hygge & West</a></b> is already one of my favorite wallpaper lines - a go to for a bold, modern approach to wallpaper. They even offer removeable wallpaper for renters or those not quite ready to pull the paper trigger. In addition to their own designs, they have collaboration lines with hip designers like <a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/collections/oh-joy">Oh Joy!</a> and <a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/collections/julia-rothman">Julia Rothman</a>. However, things were taken to the next level when Hygge & West teamed up with hand-illustrated stationary and print genius of Anna and Nathan Bond of <b><a href="http://riflepaperco.com/">Rifl</a></b><b><a href="http://riflepaperco.com/">e Paper Co.</a></b> (Rifle Paper Co. is also really fun to follow on Insta)<br />
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Here is what I would do if I went wallpaper crazy (and actually had all of the rooms listed below)<br />
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For the breakfast nook: <a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/products/pineapple-mint">Pineapple in Mint</a></div>
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For the powder room: <a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/products/rosa-hunter">Rosa in Hunter</a></div>
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For the formal dining room:<a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/products/queen-anne-robins-egg"> Queen Ann in Robin's Egg</a></div>
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</span> <span style="text-align: left;">For the master bedroom:</span><a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/products/peonies-mint" style="text-align: left;"> </a><a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/products/peonies-pale-blue" style="text-align: left;">Peonies in Pale Blue</a></div>
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For the nursery: <a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/products/safari-sky-blue">Safari in Sky Blue</a></div>
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For the office:<a href="http://www.hyggeandwest.com/products/cities-toile-parchment"> Cities Toile in Parchment</a></div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-10305803980474646102014-05-12T03:30:00.000-04:002014-05-12T03:30:00.820-04:00Beach Blanket Babylon<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Summer weather is upon us... finally! And I am ready to throw one of <b><a href="http://www.pendleton-usa.com/product/Home-Blankets/Bath/SALE-HOME-DECOR-GIFTS/PLAINS-STAR-SPA-TOWEL/171981/sc/1843/c/1827/pc/1816/fs/true.uts">Pendelton's</a></b> adorable towels in my bag and hit the beach! <script type="text/javascript">
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-82593984065384392792014-05-08T03:30:00.000-04:002014-05-08T03:30:04.301-04:00Splurge vs. Steal: Romp Shaker<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Next weekend Mr. Fonty and I are headed to Naples, FL for the wedding weekend of Harrison & Meghan. I am seriously excited to not only watch the lovebirds tie the knot (Duh! They're the cutest), but to also get in some beach time!<br />
A wedding at the beach means the formal rules of attire go out the window. There are so many great rompers this season. I am thinking of rocking one at the rehearsal dinner...<i>thinking</i>. We'll see if I can pull it off.<br />
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-83455440851391903202014-05-05T03:00:00.000-04:002014-05-05T03:00:00.675-04:00Master {Bedroom} of the Universe<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
When Mr. Fonty and I moved into our house 4 years ago, I was adamantly against getting a king sized bed. I thought it would be way too big for our room and we were so blissfully in love I could fall asleep with his face 2 inches from mine. Time has changed my opinion on both these details. Our room has plenty of space for a king, and space is exactly what I need more of in bed. It's time to trade in the Queen for a King. Check Mate!<script type="text/javascript">
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So... unbeknownst to my betrothed, with a new bed comes new bedding and a rug! We currently have an awesome, vintage dhurrie rug found in a barn at the Fonty's ranch in Texas. I love it, and it will certainly be finding a home somewhere else in the house, but once the Big Bertha bed arrives, this rug will look like a postage stamp. I am still trying to decide if I want to find a vintage oushak, a soft chenille jute, or something super plush.<br />
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Last year, we had beautiful custom draperies made to match our existing headboard (seen above). Here is where I need some help, do I have a headboard with an interesting shape made in the ivory linen fabric of our drapes OR have a simple headboard shape made in the stripe? The stripe fabric would be incorporated in custom pillow shams on the ivory bed. Please weigh in! (I will go ahead and say it before some a-hole does, "First world problems" yea, yea)<br />
And while I love nothing more than a beautiful <a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/decorating/colors/white-bedrooms#slide-1">all white bed</a>, it isn't practical for our life. Forcing my dog to lay with me in bed is one of my favorite past times, so I will give up my dreams of a white bed and live with the jowl slobber and the tiny boxer dog hairs. We currently have navy bedding that can be thrown in the washing machine, and it is working very well. And if it ain't broke... upgrade! This time around I plan on getting some gorgeous <a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod690606&categoryId=cat1580065&src=rel">Restoration Hardware</a> linens for the bed.<br />
So, what's your vote? Simple Headboard, Jazzy Shams or Jazzy Headboard and Simple Shams? (Yes, I just used "jazzy" twice in one sentence. I'm just so jazzed to meet my friend Jazmine at Jazzercise!)</div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-24736184163828141932014-05-02T03:30:00.000-04:002014-05-02T03:30:03.599-04:00Mother, May I?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Mother's Day is next Sunday, and while I usually know just what to get my mom, I am stumped this year. Anything for the closet is always a safe bet in my house, so here are a few of my ideas - based on price which we all know after a certain finger-painted-pasta-glued-card age equates to how much you <i>really </i> love your mom. No mom wants to say, "It's the thought that counts" through gritted teeth.<br />
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Mrs. Cookie, feel free to speak up on any of the items below (but, don't get your heart set on that Tory Burch bag)...</div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-66574320678349438892014-04-29T20:59:00.000-04:002014-04-29T20:59:26.162-04:00Smile for Tile<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Fontys bought an overflow house up in Sapphire. As the family is multiplying, beds on busy weekends seemed to be getting scarce. The new house, dubbed Whisper Waters, borders the Sapphire property and even has a trail to a cove on the lake. It's pretty awesome. <script type="text/javascript">
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The house itself didn't need much work except for a basement bathroom that had ugly tile floor, mis-matched vanities and a plastic insert shower. The new layout includes a separate shower and tub and a pair of chrome pedestal sinks. Since we are in a basement, we chose to extend the wood-looking tile floor into the bathroom. With some subway tiling inspiration from the one and only <a href="http://www.sarahrichardsondesign.com/source-guide/344/2212">Sarah Richardson</a>, we have an extremely cost effective way to add major interest to the shower. Check out our inspiration here: </div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-71573744710307771452014-04-11T03:30:00.000-04:002014-04-11T03:30:03.469-04:00Espadrille Team<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Nothing says "Hello, warm weather!" like a pair of espadrilles. The leather options this year are really something special. I can't pick a favorite! Do you think I can make these a<a href="http://www.hippopsathens.com/"> Hip Pops </a>Pop Shop expense. Leather = easy clean up = work wear, right?<br />
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-49403558907806444042014-04-07T03:30:00.000-04:002014-04-07T09:38:18.235-04:00It's All Great<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I started working out to the point of breaking a sweat for the first time a year ago. I am not exaggerating - the first time. In college when everyone was going to the rec center to run on the treadmill and bend over next to frat boys, I opted to throw on my bikini and lay in the 360 days of Arizona sunshine. This worked well for me until about 26, and since then I have steadily been gaining weight until one day I hit rock bottom. I woke up and realized I had gained 25 lbs since meeting Mr. Fonty. Disgusting. So, I hit the gym for real this time, and fell in love with a crazy indoor boot camp circuit class, <a href="http://www.blast900.com/athens/">Blast 900</a>. It is everything my former (and honestly current) self hated about exercise - running, sweating, weights, mountain climbers, burpees, the list goes on. But I kept forcing myself to go, and even now, I still complain every time I walk out the door, but there is no feeling like end of class, and knowing I made it through 60 minutes.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Most boring post ever?</td></tr>
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At first, I saw results from just working out, but in the past few months, my weight has plateaued. My love of food and wine was going to have to change. Like so many people, my social life revolves around eating out, enjoying wine, and meeting up with friends for happy hour. I am a mindless snacker, red meat loving, carb-aholic wine-o. I needed to find a happy medium of enjoying food and being a gluttonous over-indulger.<br />
To jump start, I started a <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/slideshow/dr-ozs-2-week-rapid-weight-loss-plan-instructions?gallery=true">2 week detox diet</a>. Yes, it is from <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/slideshow/dr-ozs-2-week-rapid-weight-loss-plan-instructions?gallery=true">Dr. Oz</a>. In my effort to lose weight I have become a middle America housewife. Just wait for my posts on The Biggest Loser and Rizzoli and Isles. I thought this diet would be hell, but I'm telling you, aside from the no alcohol, this diet has been really great. One week in, I had lost 5 pounds - while giving myself weight-gaining fertility shots, so I imagine it could have been even more. Even though it is a short time, I swear it has helped transform my eating habits and curb my cravings for carbs. I used to not feel full unless I had some sort of carbohydrate in my meal. Not the case anymore.<br />
Even before I started Dr. Oz's Hype Diet of the Month, I was cooking a lot from Gwyneth Paltrow & Julia Turshen's book, <b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Its-All-Good-Delicious-Recipes/dp/1455522716"><i>It's All Good</i>.</a></b> Let me tell you folks, this book is awesome. Mr. Fonty has happily eaten every meal with me without thinking it was a clean eating dinner.<br />
I've cooked a ton of recipes from the book, and the only one I didn't love is the Many Mushroom Soup. It was a bit blah. Here are some of my favorites:<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.goop.com/journal/make/218/its-all-good">Chicken Burgers, Thai Style</a></b>: I thought since these were chicken, that they would be dry, but they are so juicy and flavorful. I ate mine with a salad and dipped it in the Mexican Green Goddess Dressing. I dipped it, because I love sauces, not because it needed it. Mr. Fonty enjoyed his on an enviable brioche bun with Siracha. These burgers freeze well raw.<br />
<a href="http://www.sweetpotatochronicles.com/wordpress/2013/04/its-all-good-gwyneths-turkey-meatballs/" style="font-weight: bold;">Turkey Meatballs with Go-To Tomato Sauce</a>: These meatballs are great on their own, or you could serve them over pasta for traditional spaghetti and meatballs. I also enjoyed them dipped in homemade <a href="http://ashleyvasquez.blog.com/2013/04/17/middle-eastern-turkey-burgers-with-a-cucumber-yogurt-sauce/">tzatziki sauce</a> for a Greek twist.<br />
<b><a href="http://www.goop.com/journal/make/218/its-all-good">Japanese Chicken Meatballs</a></b>: These are actually in the kid's section of the book, but they are fabulous! I think they would make a great appetizer for a party. I ate mine over a salad, and couldn't get enough. Froze well raw.<br />
<a href="http://jetsettimes.com/2013/06/01/100daysofsummer-96/" style="font-weight: bold;">Siracha Lime Salmon</a>: Holy Moly, so good and super easy. Great dish if you have spice loving guests coming to dinner, and you want to stick to your diet. It is really good with the Mexican Green Goddess Dressing .<br />
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<a href="http://thesimpleveganista.blogspot.com/2013/08/roasted-cauliflower-chickpeas-mustard.html" style="font-weight: bold;">Roasted Cauliflower & Garbanzo Beans</a>: I was shocked at how much I loved this recipe. It is good hot and cold, so make extra for lunch the following day.<br />
<a href="http://malibukitchenblog.com/2013/09/easiest-posole.html" style="font-weight: bold;">Easiest Pozole</a>: I LOVE hominy, so I can never pass up a pozole (Hominy is a puffed corn, so this is not on Dr. Oz's diet). This recipe is as it says the "Eaziest" (don't let the picture from the linked blog scare you. Mine did not look brown like that.) Don't skimp on the cilantro, lime and avocado garnish. They make the dish. Adding shredded chicken would really "beef up" the dish.<br />
<a href="http://www.thesaltykitchen.com/mexican-chopped-salad-with-green-goddess-dressing/" style="font-weight: bold;">Mexican Chopped Salad with Mexican Green Goddess Dressing</a>: Well, as you've seen I am slightly obsessed with this dressing. I swaped Greek yogurt for the sheep or goat's milk yogurt it calls for, because I don't have dairy issues. I've been eating it on every thing from kale to fish. It's crack sauce.<br />
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My favorite recipe so far is the<br />
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<b>Mr. Chow-Style Minced Chicken with Lettuce Leaves </b>(AKA Lettuce Wraps)</div>
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Neutral Oil (canola, grapeseed, or safflower)</div>
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1 lb. ground chicken</div>
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Coarse sea salt</div>
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4 garlic cloves, finely minced</div>
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2 tbsp ginger, finely minced</div>
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2 small carrots, finely diced</div>
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1/2 can water chestnuts, diced (my addition, and I really liked the crunch)</div>
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1/2 cup lotus root (optional, I didn't include)</div>
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1 recipe Lee's Hoisin Sauce (recipe to follow)</div>
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1 head bibb lettuce or iceberg</div>
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2 scallions, thinly sliced</div>
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1 large garlic clove, minced</div>
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1/2 tsp Chinese five-spice powder</div>
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1/2 cup red miso paste</div>
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1/2 cup good quality maple syrup</div>
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2 tbsp brown rice vinegar</div>
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Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken along with a healthy pinch of salt and pepper. Cook stirring occasionally to break up the chicken. Cook until the liquid has released and then evaporated, about 10-15 minutes. </div>
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In another pan, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook and stir until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the water chestnuts, carrot and lotus root along with pinch of salt, and cook until the carrot softens, about 10 minutes. Combine with the chicken. Add 1/2 cup Lee's Hoisin and 1/2 cup water. Stir and cook for 1-2 more minutes. </div>
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Place spoonfuls in lettuce wraps. Thin remaining Lee's Hoisin sauce with water and drizzle over the wraps. Top with cilantro and scallions</div>
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The <b>Lettuce Wraps</b> are seriously so delicious. Since he hasn't subscribed to my new diet, Mr. Fonty had his in a tortilla topped with Siracha for a sort of Asian-Taco night. He said it was fabulous. I ate mine with Bibb lettuce, and if you plan on eating these in front of other people, I'd recommend doubling up on the lettuce leaves. It got quite messy. </div>
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Recipes I will try once I start incorporating more sugars and starches into my diet: </div>
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<b><a href="http://virginiaalamode.com/2013/04/30/dinner-korean-chicken-tacos/">Korean Chicken Tacos</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.goop.com/journal/make/218/its-all-good">Fish Fingers</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.goop.com/journal/make/218/its-all-good">Millet "Falafel" with Tomato Avocado Relish</a></b></div>
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Honestly, there are so many more recipes I would recommend. You really need to pick up a copy of <i><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Its-All-Good-Delicious-Recipes/dp/1455522716">It's All Good</a></b></i>. As I close out the 2-week detox part of my diet, I am really energized to keep this kind of eating up Monday - Thursday. I am not totally willing to give up a weekend glass(es) of wine and a hanger steak at <a href="http://www.thenationalrestaurant.com/">The National </a>just yet. Hope you enjoy all this healthy eating as much as I have!</div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-44826908971018866772014-03-11T03:30:00.000-04:002014-03-11T03:30:00.715-04:00London Guide: Eat & Be Eaten<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
The most important part of any trip is the FOOD, and my belly was full for 5 days straight.<br />
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We stayed at <a href="http://www.thompsonhotels.com/hotels/london/belgraves/explore-hotel"><b>Hotel Belgraves</b></a> on the border of Chelsea and Belgravia, a posh neighborhood lined with embassies.<br />
We chose to take a walk around the neighborhood and stumble upon something for our first meal. We ended up being stereotypes eating fish & chips in a pub. <b><a href="http://www.shepherdneame.co.uk/pubs/.../wilton-ar...%E2%80%8E">The Wilton Arms</a></b> was straight out of a storybook, and the food hit the spot for our first meal. A must-see destination, not quite, but it was cute.<br />
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On our first night in England, we went to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester">Winchester</a> to see a band - Mr. Fonty was there for work after all, so we had to squeeze a little work into all the fun. We were both picturing Winchester to be a sleepy British town, but it was actually a really cute, bustling town. After a tepid pint at a pub, we got some Thai food at <a href="http://www.bangkokbrasserie.co.uk/"><b>Bangkok Brasserie</b></a>. I ordered a yellow curry with chicken and mango, supposedly created especially for Colin Firth. It was as delicious as Mr. Darcy himself. After dinner we headed to the venue, <b><a href="http://www.railwaylive.co.uk/">The Railway</a></b>, a packed dive bar with a wide range of patrons. The beer was actually cold, so we guzzled many a pint while enjoying the bands.<br />
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Wednesday while walking around <a href="http://fontyfest.blogspot.com/2014/03/guide-to-london-sights-to-be-seen.html">Covent Garden</a>, we popped into <a href="http://www.polpo.co.uk/"><b>Polpo</b></a>, an adorable Italian restaurant. In addition to a fabulous house red wine, the menu features many small plates, so you can try a lot of different items. </div>
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Mr. Fonty and I both got a meal I will be making at home - The Meatball Mash. It is a flatbread sandwich with meatballs, cheese, and tomato sauce. So incredibly delicious. </div>
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We had a forgettable meal at<a href="http://mothermash.co.uk/"> <b>Mother Mash</b></a> in Soho. The menu was simple: Choose your mash, Choose your meat pie or sausage and Choose your gravy. The delivery left something lacking. We picked the spot, because we needed something quick before the soccer game. Thank goodness for the <a href="http://fontyfest.blogspot.com/2014/03/guide-to-london-sights-to-be-seen.html">Curry Chips</a> at Wembley. </div>
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Curry is more English than fish & chips these days, so on Thursday when I was on my own shopping, I picked <b><a href="http://www.dishoom.com/">Dishoom</a></b> in <a href="http://fontyfest.blogspot.com/2014/03/guide-to-london-sights-to-be-seen.html">Covent Garden</a>.</div>
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The decor is more French bistro than hookah lounge, and the menu is a little watered down. But this suited my American tastes perfectly. I had their famous chai which was lovely. I started with the calamari, and gobbled up an appetizer portion to myself. It was fried perfectly and drizzled with a some sort of sweet sauce. For my entree I had the house specialty Black Daal, and while I am not normally a lentil person, this dish was fabulous. Be sure to get the naan and chutney sauces. Each one was better than the next. </div>
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While I was at Dishoom, Mr. Fonty was in Nottinghill, and ate Thai at the many times recommended, <a href="http://churchillarmskensington.co.uk/">Churchill Arms. </a> He said he would continue the chain of recommendation. </div>
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Thursday night, we went to the little sister restaurant of Michelin star-rated <a href="http://www.pollenstreetsocial.com/%E2%80%8E">Pollen Street Social</a>, <a href="http://www.littlesocial.co.uk/restaurants/london/" style="font-weight: bold;">Little Social</a>. The narrow restaurant is lined with red booth filled with attractive, young Brits. We arrived at 9:30, and the restaurant was packed. </div>
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I ordered the Cod with cockles and cauliflower, and it is one of the best things I have ever eaten. I'm big on forcing people to try a bite of my meal, and I wouldn't share a single morsel of this plate of deliciousness. However, my dinner partners said their meat was a bit tough... but I could barely hear them through my food ecstasy. </div>
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Friday we bummed around Nottinghill, and had lunch at the Portobello Rd. outpost of Pizza East. </div>
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I am <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/melcfontaine">pinning</a> images from this restaurant onto my "future dream kitchen" board. It is perfection, just like the food. We ordered a pizza and the mac n cheese. I know pizza is in the name, but this mac n cheese is not to be missed, and this is coming from someone who ate nothing but mac for a good 5 years of my life. </div>
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Friday night, Mr. Fonty had an artist playing in Islington, sort of the Brooklyn of London. This area is great if you want a delicious, less expensive meal followed by some bar hopping. I did my Texas, BBQ eating husband right when I picked <a href="http://www.smokehouseislington.co.uk/">Smokehouse</a> for dinner.<br />
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This restaurant is fairly new, but it was packed, including its vine covered outdoor patio. Smokehouse has an extensive beer list and I was even able to find a red wine to my liking. We started with the Brisket Roll which was basically a ball of brisket, breaded, and deep fried. And, yes, it was delicious. For our entrees, I got the Short Rib Bourguignon, Mr. Fonty got the Smoked Duck with Kimchi, and we split a side of the Korean Pulled Pork - because we didn't have enough meat in front of us. The Korean Pulled Pork was definitely the stand out with Mr. Fonty even declaring it the best thing he's ever eaten. He enjoyed his duck, and I think anyone else would have liked my short rib, but I am not a huge fan of smoke flavor, and this dish was very smokey. The real standout of our meal was our jovial waiter. He made me want to saddle up at the bar and throw back pints at Smokehouse all night long. </div>
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While it feels like we did nothing but eat, there are still so many places that were recommended that we didn't get to. Many of my favorite spots from the trip were on a friend's recommendation. Here's the rest of his extensive list: </div>
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<a href="http://www.grainstore.com/">Grain Store</a>: Kings Cross, Modern European<br />
<a href="http://www.bistrotbrunoloubet.com/">Bistro Bruno Loubet</a>: St. John's Square, French<br />
<a href="http://www.caravankingscross.co.uk/">Caravan</a>: Exmouth Market or Kings Cross, great brunch<br />
<a href="http://shrimpys.co.uk/">Shrimpy's</a>: Kings Cross, Latin American<br />
<a href="http://www.pollenstreetsocial.com/">Pollen Street Social</a>: Mayfair, Michelin star Modern British Luxe<br />
<a href="http://www.socialeatinghouse.com/">Social Eating House</a>: Soho, Sister restaurant to Pollen Street Social & Little Social, British/modern European<br />
<a href="https://www.ottolenghi.co.uk/">Ottolenghi</a>: Several Locations, Mediterranean<br />
<a href="http://oneleicesterstreet.com/">One Leicester Street </a>(British) / <a href="http://talentedmrfox.com/">Talented Mr Fox</a> (cocktails upstairs)<br />
<a href="http://mayfieldswiltonway.co.uk/">Mayfields</a>: Hackney, British/Modern European<br />
<a href="http://www.2850.co.uk/">28-50</a>: Marylebone, Modern European & Wine Bar<br />
<a href="http://www.rotichai.com/">Roti Chai</a>: Marylebone, Indian Street Food<br />
<a href="http://www.malabar-restaurant.co.uk/">Malabar</a>: Nottinghill, Indian<br />
<a href="http://labodeganegra.com/">La Bodega Negra</a>: Bloomsbury, Mexican<br />
<a href="http://www.josepizarro.com/restaurants/pizarro/">Pizarro</a>: Bermondsey, Spanish / <a href="http://www.josepizarro.com/restaurants/jose/">Jose</a>: Bermondsey, Tapas & Sherry<br />
<a href="http://www.saltyard.co.uk/">Salt Yard</a>: Fitzrovia, Tapas<br />
<a href="http://barrica.co.uk/">Barrica</a>: Fitzrovia, Tapas<br />
<a href="http://www.barrafina.co.uk/">Barrafina</a>: Soho, Tapas<br />
<a href="http://www.burgerandlobster.com/">Burger & Lobster</a>: Several Locations, (duh!)<br />
<a href="http://www.meatliquor.com/">MEATliquor</a>: Marylebone, Much buzzed about burgers<br />
<a href="http://thehawksmoor.com/">Hawksmoor:</a> Covent Garden, Steakhouse</div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-89535526272702871562014-03-10T03:00:00.000-04:002014-03-10T10:09:08.026-04:00Guide to London: Sight to Be Seen<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I could honestly write endlessly about London. It is, hands down, one of my most favorite trips ever. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Before we left, I reached out to a lot of people for advice on what to do and where to eat & drink. I thought I would pass along where we went and all the tips I received. Since I have so much to share, I am breaking it up into 2 posts. Today focuses on all the historic sights in London. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">My friend, Hadley, passed along a great walk where you can see many of the sights via foot. Our weather was insanely beautiful - like low 60's and sunny every day, beautiful - so walking was exactly what we were looking for. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Begin at the<b> <a href="http://www.londoneye.com/">London Eye</a></b> (Hadley recommended taking a trip if the line wasn't too long. I personally am way too antsy and anti-social to be in a glass bubble with strangers for an hour, so I passed.)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Walk along the Westminster Bridge which crosses the River Thames. From the bridge you can get beautiful shots of<b> <a href="http://www.parliament.uk/bigben">Big Ben & Parliment</a></b>. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Walk past Parliment - while checking out all the super tinted Rolls Royces heading in and out - towards <b><a href="http://www.westminster-abbey.org/">Westminster Abbey</a></b>. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Sadly, the line to Westminster Abbey was really long, so Mr. Fonty wouldn't let me go in. Next trip... </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After visiting Westminster Abbey, continue towards the <b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horse_Guards_Parade">Horse Guards Parade</a></b> (Olympic beach volleyball site and where Henry VIII held all his sporting tournaments)</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We actually did Hadley's tour in reverse (beginning at Buckingham Palace and making our way to the London Eye). From the Big Ben side of Westminster Bridge, we continued our journey towards <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trafalgar_Square"><b>Trafalger Square</b></a> and <b><a href="http://www.coventgardenlondonuk.com/">Covent Gardens</a>. </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b>Trafalger Square</b> is home to <a href="http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/">The National Gallery</a>. <b>Covent Gardens</b> was one of my favorite neighborhoods.The area feels quaint with its cute square and tiny one way streets, but don't let the quiet streets fool you. They are brimming with shops, both small, local boutiques and large, luxury brand stores. My favorite stop was <b><a href="https://www.cambridgesatchel.com/us/%E2%80%8E">Cambridge Satchel Company</a> </b>where I picked up a custom embossed little number. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">In addition to hundreds of years old palaces, London has tons of shopping. I had a lot of fun exploring<b> <a href="http://www.liberty.co.uk/">Liberty</a> </b>and all the shops on <b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnaby_Street">Carnaby St.</a> </b></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Mr. Fonty's one requirement was to see a soccer game. He is a huge fan, and spends most lunch hours watching dvr'd games at home. We lucked out with an England vs. Denmark friendly at Wembley Stadium. We've seen games in Croatia, Turkey, and now England. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Since our trip was so short, there was a lot we didn't get to see. Here are some of the recommendations we missed:</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-modern"><b>The Tate Modern</b></a> (optional activity: cross Millennium Bridge to <a href="https://www.stpauls.co.uk/%E2%80%8E" style="font-weight: bold;">St. Paul's Cathedral</a> where you can climb to the top of the dome)</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.towerbridge.org.uk/">The Tower Bridge</a> </b>and the<a href="http://www.hrp.org.uk/TowerOfLondon/.../crownjewels"> <b>Crown Jewels</b></a></span><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.iwm.org.uk/exhibitions/churchill-war-rooms/the-churchill-museum">Churchill Museum</a></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.kew.org/"><b>Kew Botanical Garderns</b></a></span><br />
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Admittedly, I log far too many hours in front of the TV, and often find myself double and tripling up on dvr tapings. It's embarrassing, and instead of adding shows, I should be deleting, but I have one more to recommend.<br />
My very stylish and talented friend, Emmie, is the costume designer on an awesome (looking) new show - ABC's <a href="http://abc.go.com/shows/resurrection%E2%80%8E">Resurrection</a>.<br />
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Based on the book, The Returned, <a href="http://abc.go.com/shows/resurrection%E2%80%8E">Resurrection</a> follows families in a Missouri town who's deceased loved ones come back into their lives.<br />
Here's an excerpt from one of the featured families:<br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">An 8-year-old American boy wakes up alone in a rice paddy in a rural Chinese province with no idea how he got there. Details start to emerge when the boy, who calls himself Jacob, recalls that his hometown is Arcadia, and an Immigration agent, J. Martin Bellamy, takes him there. The home he claims as his own is occupied by an elderly couple, Henry and Lucille Langston, who lost their son, Jacob, more than 30 years ago. While they look different, young Jacob recognizes them as his parents. Those closest to the family try to unravel this impossible mystery ā but this boy who claims to be the deceased Jacob knows secrets about his own death that no one else knows.</span></i></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chills! I am seriously so excited for this show. </span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://abc.go.com/shows/resurrection">Resurrection</a> airs Sunday, March 9 at 9pm. Set your DVRs!</span></span></div>
Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-5925631741509988832014-03-03T03:30:00.000-05:002014-03-03T03:30:01.264-05:00Oscar Red Carpet Round Up<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I have to say, for the most part, the Oscar fashion was a bit of a snooze. No one was <i>that </i>bad or great. I wish we saw some of <a href="http://www.imperfectpolish.com/2014/02/nyfw-oscars-2014.html">Imperfect Polish's </a>picks. </div>
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<b>Best Dressed: </b>Yes, the cape trend is a bit worn out, but Kate Hudson looked in-saaan in Atelier Versace. (And for the record, it's not a full cape, but sort of a back drape) It's exactly what I would picture <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZMGk_Ml1fc">Andie Anderson</a> wearing to the Oscars. See the pretty detail shots <a href="http://www.becauseiamfabulous.com/2014/03/kate-hudson-wearing-atelier-versace-2014-oscars/">HERE</a><span id="goog_1733361195"></span><span id="goog_1733361196"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a>. This is how a girl wears a plunging neckline (I'll get to you in a minute, Lupita.) I'm not really sure why Kate Hudson is presenting at the Oscars, but in a dress like this, she can stay. </div>
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<b>Best Dressed As Well: </b>BAM!! Now that's a woman, folks. </div>
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<b>Best Dressed Couple: </b>Wow... This is one good looking couple. I am obsessed with Olivia Wilde's Versace dress. It is a gentle reminder that I will never look even remotely this good when pregnant, or ever. </div>
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<b>Blue Moon: </b> I know I am going to be in the minority here, but I didn't love Lupita Nyong'o's Prada gown. She suffers from <a href="http://abcnews.go.com/meta/search/imageDetail?format=plain&source=http://abcnews.go.com/images/Entertainment/gty_sheryl_crow_jef_ss_130207">Sheryl Crow syndrome</a>, where her chest is too muscular (bony?) for the deep V. I have a serious love affair with knife-pleat chiffon dresses, and this dress flowed beautifully, but maybe she should stick to structured gowns. While cute from the front, the side angle of the headband on her short hair was odd looking. It reminded me of when people put headbands on their bald babies in an effort to tell world 'It's a girl'. </div>
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<b>Oops, I did it again: </b>Amy Adams looked banging in Gucci... from the neck down. Once again she lets her hair ruin her whole look. Is that a high side <strike>ponytail</strike> bun? If you get a close up shot of the hair, there is also a strange bang wave - we all know how Amy never misses an opportunity to go 1920's. Amy Adams needs to stop being in films, so I can stop getting frustrated by her complete lack of style.<br />
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<b>Best Styling</b>: This picture does not do Naomi Watts justice. She looked fabulous. Her necklace made this dress, almost looking like an embellished collar. I also like the black shoes with the black and white bag. (I'll ignore the fact that she looks better with her hair pulled back). Presenter Perfection. </div>
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<b>My Best Fried: </b>My BFF, Anna, was presenting at the Oscars. Her dress was made for tearing up the after parties. I'm her +1. </div>
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<b>Spawn of Crazy: </b>If my dad was <i>publicly </i>writing diatribes about leaving the public eye, I guess I'd dye my hair white and shred my Oscar gown too. Can someone tell me why Ireland Baldwin was on the carpet at all? </div>
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<b>Better On the Hanger</b>: Guiliana flashed a glimpse of this dress on E! News (I'm only slightly embarrassed to admit to watching <strike>every day</strike> on Friday.) This dress was so pretty on the hanger that I hoped she would wear it, and then she did... And then she did. This dress swallows her. I can't decide if it would be prettier with a longer bodice or less skirt or if it was tighter or if it was left on the hanger where it looked so stunning. </div>
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<b>Welcome Back, Ann Hathaway: </b> Guess in your spotlight downtime you have been rehearsing for your role as a Lesbian in Shining Armor. </div>
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<b>Lamest Hype Machine: </b>I don't know about you, but I am so over Brad & Angelina fever (my impeccable immune system actually helped me never catch it in the first place). Brad Pitt hasn't been attractive in a really long time - and his <a href="http://blog.zap2it.com/pop2it/2014/01/sag-awards-2014-whats-going-on-with-brad-pitts-hair.html">current <strike>don't</strike> 'do</a> does nothing to change this fact. While Angelina's dress is pretty, it's fit is distracting. She must have been too busy bringing water to her future adoptive children in Nairobi to have a proper dress fitting. I think we are 1cm away from a nip-slip or her revealing Billy Bob Thorton's blood vile necklace. </div>
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<b>Things That Make You Go "hmmmmm": </b>Matthew McConaughey's wife's dress is a glorified pink blanket, and yet, she looks stunning, and makes me want to wear my coverlet to my brother's wedding this fall. </div>
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<b>Back to Bed: </b>While Matthew McConaughey's wife committed to her blanket, Penelope Cruz got nervous, and, at the last minute, decided to scrap the comforter and tie just a bed sheet to her arm. She then tied a ribbon around her waist to distract your eye. Penelope, your slight of hand tricks failed this time. </div>
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<b>Said 'Yes' to the Dress: </b>I can see the scene of Jena Dewan Tatum finding <i>THE </i>dress. The team at Kleinfeld's had a morning meeting about helping celebrity customers. The store was a buzz with excitement. Pnina was in the shop, and she talked JDT into the s<a href="http://blog.weddingwire.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/pnina-corset-fit.jpg">ee through lace bustier dress</a> favored by aging second-time around bides and/or sexy princess brides. Jena was all set with the dress when Vera swooped in, and told her it would be impossible to do the alterations in time. Thank goodness Randy was there to save the day with an off the rack sample Reem Acra dress. The rest is Oscar history. </div>
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<b>So Pretty I Fell Asleep: </b> I was watching some show where someone was saying they were excited to see what Jessica Biel would wear to the Oscars. What?! Has Jessica Biel ever worn something exciting? This dress is a snooze (and sort of gives her the illusion of a spare tire), just like her. </div>
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<b>When Really Beautiful People Go Goth: </b>Not since <a href="http://www.allabouttrh.com/before-and-after-vanderpump-rules-star-stassi-schroeder/">Stassi </a>has someone looked so much better as a blonde. Seriously, can someone tell me what happened to beautiful, stunning, adorable, etc, etc Margot Robbie? Is this an Ali G stunt? </div>
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<b>The Middle of the Pack: </b>They all looked fine, not great, just fine. What more can you say? </div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-52401890216158757162014-02-27T03:30:00.000-05:002014-02-27T03:30:04.498-05:00London Calling<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Mr. Fonty had a last minute work trip to London come up, and I am tagging along! We leave on Monday for a quick 5 day trip across the pond. We planned and booked our trip 10 days before leaving. I've dubbed this kind of high speed travel planning - "Instant GratiVacation", and I think I can get used to living in fast forward.<br />
I've never been to London, so I will be taking full advantage of Mr. Fonty's day meetings to visit all the royal stomping grounds and tourist traps. Be sure to check out my <b><a href="http://instagram.com/melcfontaine%E2%80%8E">Instagram</a></b> to place your votes on my most awkward solo shot. I'm leaving my shame in the Atlanta airport, and plan to befriend these folks, and get them to take my pictures all around town. Gladys has a real great photographic eye. <br />
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FontyFesthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13209538825400883823noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-45962867887078207362014-02-14T03:30:00.000-05:002014-02-14T03:30:00.594-05:00Love & Marriage<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;">Happy Valentine's Day!</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/emilymcdowelldraws?section_id=12911331&ref=shopsection_leftnav_1">card from emily mcdowell</a></td></tr>
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Mr. Fonty and I are headed to Asheville tonight. His band (and our friends) <a href="http://www.thewhigs.com/">The Whigs</a> are playing, so we are using it as the perfect excuse to enjoy some delicious <a href="http://sevensows.com/">food and drink</a> in the Blue Ridge mountains. Saturday we will head to Sapphire for the rest of the long weekend where I plan to wear leggings as pants and sit by the fire finishing <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Book-Thief-Markus-Zusak/dp/0375842209">The Book Thief</a> and starting <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Goldfinch-Donna-Tartt/dp/0316055433/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1391803108&sr=1-1&keywords=goldfinch">The Goldfinch</a> -- and, obviously petting this guy while he snores between Mr. Fonty & me.<br />
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It's supposed to be pretty chilly in North Carolina, and while I want to keep warm, I don't want to look like one of Asheville's dirty drum circle hippies.<br />
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Gross.<br />
Here's what I will be packing:<br />
(note: after posting this, I found the cashmere Equipment sweater on sale for <a href="http://www.intermixonline.com/product/equipment+leopard+print+crewneck+cashmere+sweater.do?sortby=ourPicks&CurrentCat=104006">$99 at Intermix</a>. Also please note, the "Steal" puffer jacket from Zara is on sale for <a href="http://www.zara.com/us/en/sale/woman/stock-clearance/collection/puffer-jacket-with-wraparound-collar-c555502p1295434.html">$80</a>. Love sales!)</div>
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<small>net-a-porter.com</small><br />
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<small>maxandchloe.com</small><br />
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-23283720951827619722014-02-10T03:30:00.000-05:002014-02-10T03:30:00.025-05:00Color of Love<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Friday is Valentine's Day, and while I am not one to shower my love with flowers and chocolates, I do love dressing in holiday spirit. Here are some pink and red wardrobe items to get you in the love zone<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=98007537" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">J Crew graphic tee</a></small><br />
<small>factory.jcrew.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=78498717" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raoul mini skirt</a></small><br />
<small>matchesfashion.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=97767344" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">La Perla balconette bra</a></small><br />
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<small>boutique1.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=102230446" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eberjey pink cami</a></small><br />
<small>net-a-porter.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=96709642" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sabine maxi skirt</a></small><br />
<small>piperlime.gap.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=99530549" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aquazzura suede lace up shoes</a></small><br />
<small>mytheresa.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=101623983" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wooden high heel shoes</a></small><br />
<small>anthropologie.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=99226237" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">B Brian Atwood crossbody handbag</a></small><br />
<small>shopbop.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=101714272" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kate Spade watch</a></small><br />
<small>asos.com</small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=2776502&.svc=copypaste&id=76239328" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kate spade jewelry</a></small><br />
<small>piperlime.gap.com</small><br />
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-43670240054182214822014-02-04T10:00:00.001-05:002014-02-04T10:39:10.729-05:00Waterlouged<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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My little goddaughter sweetness, Evie Stewart</div>
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I have a new favorite app - <a href="http://www.waterlogueapp.com/">Waterlouge</a>. Judging by the mass hysteria I have seen on<a href="http://instagram.com/melcfontaine"> Instagram</a>, this statement is sort of like saying, "Have you heard of <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/melcfontaine/">Pinterest</a>?". But whatever, it's fun.<br />
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Waterlouge takes all your iPhone masterpieces, and turns them into a pretty watercolor. Like with <a href="http://instagram.com/melcfontaine">Instagram</a>, there are different filters, and you can adjust the detail and lightness. From mundane photo to work of art, just like that! Here are a few of my "paintings"<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=1674882196317807687" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="" /></a><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.treehousepoint.com/">Treehouse Point</a> in Washington<br />
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Speaking of The Gram, read this very funny <a href="http://www.thebolditalic.com/articles/4188-the-reality-behind-instagram-feeds">truth about Instagram written by teenage crush</a>.<br /><div>
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Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02674113020662985011noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1674882196317807687.post-19285386951995900522014-01-27T13:48:00.000-05:002014-01-27T13:48:22.035-05:00Grammy Glam<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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First off, apologies for not doing a review on the SAG Awards. It's like all of Hollywood got together and gave their stylists and hair people the night off. It was really terrifying - Pregnant Kerry Washington wore a crop top. A crop top! Pregnant! <a href="http://www.gofugyourself.com/sag-awards-fug-nations-worst-dressed-01-2014">Read the Fug Girls recap</a> in case you missed it. </div>
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The Grammys never disappoint. For some reason, people in music have terrible fashion sense. The only award show tackier than the Grammys is the CMAs. This year was no different. No one offended like Britney & Justin, but we had some close contenders. </div>
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<b>Number 1's</b><br />
The only thing Taylor Swift did well last night was don this gorgeous Gucci. If only she would be a wax figure of herself, then she wouldn't ruin all musical events by dancing like an <b><a href="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_500x281-140126204629-xzwWC65.gif">embarrassing mom</a></b>. Taylor, you don't have to be the only person dancing in the crowd for other artists to know that you are a fan. It's not cute, it's not endearing, it doesn't make us think that you are so normal and just like us. It's incredibly annoying - and I wasn't the even people in the 5 rows behind you being blocked by your "Sprinkler".<br />
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Katie Perry's hair is certifiable crazy-pants, but as far as event themed dresses go, this one is pretty cute. You can't really tell in the picture, but her wrists are tied with tulle which is complete overkill, and should have been left on the tailor's floor. Her makeup however, looked incredible on camera. I would love to get a Marie Claire how-to from her make-up artist. </div>
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Macklemore & Ryan Lewis did crazy Grammy suits right. The Grammy's are too playful for a boring tux, but you can't show up in a t-shirt and tux jacket (I'm looking at you <a href="http://www.miamiherald.com/2014/01/26/3894789/2014-grammy-awards-red-carpet.html">Keith Urban</a>). These suits are perfectly tailored, look fancy, but are still interesting and hip.<br />
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Sarah Hyland looked fun and adorable, but I would really prefer if she had asked 14 year old me to borrow my Homecoming dance shoes before stealing them from my closet at my parents' house. My Bebe dress won't be the same without them. </div>
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<img alt="Sarah Hyland, 56th GRAMMY Awards " src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126141221-634.Sarah-Hyland-Grammy-Awards.jl.012614_copy.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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Gary Clark, Jr. could have come dressed like Blake Shelton, and I wouldn't mind. His date is super unattractive and not perfect at all. Maybe I have a chance...</div>
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<img alt=" Gary Clark Jr., Nicole Trunfio, Grammy Awards" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126143802-634.gary-clark-jr-grammy-arrivals-012614.jpg" height="400" width="247" /><br />
Chrissy Teigen looked smoking on the arm of John Legend. Yes, her dress does seem like it may fall down at any second, but I guess the chance of a wardrobe malfunction adds to the sexiness.<br />
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Ciara looked insanely gorgeous. I love this sort of art deco dress. Well played.<br />
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<img alt="Ciara" src="http://assets-s3.usmagazine.com/uploads/assets/articles/69913-ciara-flaunts-baby-bump-in-sexy-beaded-gown-talks-pregnancy-cravings-on-2014-gra/1390782376_465263945_ciara-467.jpg" height="400" width="320" /><br />
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Pharrell's hat already has a twitter account. I think he also might be hiding the creators of Twitter under that had. </div>
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<img alt="Pharrell Williams, 56th GRAMMY Awards" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126165159-634.Pharrell-Williams-Grammy-Awards-Hat.jl.012614.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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Well, if Pink wanted to look like the manliest woman at the Grammys, she succeeded - and that's pretty tough with Paula Patton on the carpet. I'm pretty sure she could crush me with her PINKy finger and then do one of those <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wgy41wXltAE">pec dances</a> in celebration. </div>
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<img alt="Pink, GRAMMYS 2014" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126163420-634.Pink-GRAMMYS-jmd-012614.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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Robin Thicke of course rocked sunglasses at an indoor event, because that is cool. And his drag queen wife wrapped herself in a sparkly zebra print rug from Z Gallerie. Nothing says classy broad like sparkles and animal print. </div>
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<img alt="Robin Thicke, Paula Patton, GRAMMYS 2014 " src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126165410-634.Robin-Thicke-Paula-Patton-GRAMMYS-2-jmd-012614.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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Ariana Grande wore this weird, "huh?" face for all her red carpet shots. I think that giant goob Austin Mahone gave her tips. Aside from this bad bridesmaid's dress eating her petite frame for breakfast, Ariana thought since she is coming up on <strike>85</strike> 21, she should wear beige pantyhose with her Easy Spirit heels. Maybe that "huh" face is her realizing that her stylist mixed up her outfit with Betty White's.</div>
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<img alt="Ariana Grande, Grammy Awards" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126161931-634.ariana-grande-grammy.ls.12614_copy.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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This pains me so. I love Anna Kendrick (you should follow her on instagram. She is hysterical). I am fairly sure that if the universe brought us together, it would be spontaneous Insta-bestie. No one would be able to interrupt our witty banter between giggles and sips of champagne. It's sad for Anna that she hasn't met me yet, because I would have told her that this dress was wrong on so many levels.<br />
<img alt="Anna Kendrick, Grammy Awards" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126170922-634.anna-kendrick-grammy-arrivals-012614.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexla.com/">Glynn</a>, remember when we used to obsess over Jared Leto's brother, Shannon (center, below), when he was in the <b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFTI7qv-vw0">Buffalo Tom episode</a></b> of My So Called Life? Yeah, about that... </div>
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<img alt="Tomo Milicevic, Shannon Leto, Jared Leto, Grammy Awards" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_1024x759-140126162701-1024.jared-leto-30-seconds-to-mars-grammy-012614.jpg" height="296" width="400" /></div>
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Let's review Paris Hilton's resume: Celebutante, reality television star, XXX amateur, spokeswoman, handbag designer, author, actor, pop star, DJ, and now alternate for the Olympic figure skating team at the Sochi Olympics. </div>
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<img alt="Paris Hilton" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126153235-634.Paris-Hilton-Sheer-Grammy-Dress.jl.012614_copy.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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I have zero idea who Chrisete Michele is, and she seems to be so insignificant that a designer wouldn't even loan her a shirt for the big night. Ladies, please reference these pants as the complete opposite of what you should buy when on the hunt for a figure flattering pant. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Crazy: <span class="sn" style="font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 20px;">a</span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"> </span><strong style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;">:</strong><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"> </span><a href="http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mad" style="font-size: 14px; font-variant: small-caps; line-height: 20px; text-decoration: none;">mad</a><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;">,</span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"> </span><a href="http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insane" style="font-size: 14px; font-variant: small-caps; line-height: 20px; text-decoration: none;">insane</a><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"> </span><span class="vi" style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"><yelling like a <em>crazy</em> man></span></span></div>
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<img alt="Steven Tyler, Grammy Awards" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126170226-634.steven-tyler-grammy-arrivals-012614.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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Thank you, Skylar Gray, for showing us all that full length, flesh tone leather with a high stomach cut-out is a Glamour Don't. </div>
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<img alt="Skylar Grey, Grammy Awards" src="http://www.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2014026/rs_634x1024-140126144046-634.skylar-grey-grammy-arrivals-012614.jpg" height="400" width="247" /></div>
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Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, BEETLEJUICE!</div>
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<img alt="Jessi Alexander." src="http://www.gannett-cdn.com/-mm-/000019e55d90c720e7ced26665c94d2ff55d9b81/c=13-195-3456-4807&r=383&c=0-0-380-510/local/-/media/USATODAY/USATODAY/2014/01/26//1390773820007-Gram008.JPG" height="400" width="298" /></div>
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When a bag of cotton balls happen to good people. </div>
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