Happy Thursday, lovelies! Guess what? No school today! The power was out all over Long Island, due to this rain, so I got to stay home today. Know what I'm doing with my time? Cleaning, cleaning, cleaning! And, it feels so good. I'm organizing papers that we haven't gone through, uh, ever...What are you all up to today? Preparing for an Autumn themed weekend? Anyone going apple picking or pumpkin picking? Anyone going to a Fall wedding? Our engagement party is coming up in a few weeks (more deets on that later!), and I'm trying to find a great dress for it. If I was going to a Fall wedding this weekend, I think I'd don this very Joan Holloway dress (no pun intended with the "don," Ha. Ha.). The Fontana di Trevi Dress is a classic LBD sure to make you feel feminine, flirty, and very lovely. I'd pair this with bright red heels and lipstick!

Hi loves! Guess what today is? School picture day! I never know what to wear for picture day...and even though I'm the teacher, it's still a scary morning to get ready for! If I had it my way, I'd be putting on this classic Plaid Silk Dress from Amanda Archer. I've swooned over Amanda's store before, but this dress would really take the cake for picture day. It's sophisticated, yet adorable, and feminine. I love the length, which keeps it stylish for school, yet the ruffles around the collar make it fun and a little flirty. What would you wear for picture day?!

Isn't today one of those days you'd much rather be cuddled up in bed with a good book? I'm most definitely in one of those moods today! I would love to be wrapped up in this Blueberry Wedding Quilt from The Country Porch...I love the gorgeous quilt design, and the soft blue colors are so soothing! Check out The Country Porch for lovely, sweet, and classic home decor (like this Blueberry Toile Quilt; it would make any room look like it belonged in a magazine!)

Morning, loves! How was your weekend? We celebrated our beaut cousin Kate's upcoming nuptials at her bridal shower (where we played a very competitive bridal bingo, and my grandma beat out everyone to win!), and then Sunday was full of cleaning and wedding planning. Speaking of wedding planning, I'm starting to look at invitation designs for inspiration; check out these original and gorgeous invites from, where else, but Martha Stewart Weddings. Which one is your favorite? I find it so fascinating how the invite sets the tone for the whole wedding, don't you?!

Happy Friday! Here are some things I'm finding lovely going into the weekend...

• Combine Collective Black Walnut Keyboard Tray, Luis sent this to me and I stared and smiled at it for a full 45 seconds. I just love the precision of this piece, it is very specially and well made-- I love the attention to detail!
• Tiny Footprint Coffee, Kyle from Tiny Footprint Coffee contacted Olivia and I earlier this week wondering if we'd like to try some of their coffee. Well, let's put it this way, the saddest point of my day is picking up my coffee cup and realizing it is empty. So, yes, yes KyleI would LOVE to try some of Tiny Footprint Coffee's coffee. Kyle sent it over immediately, and today we grind, brew and sip-- review to come Monday!
• Modcloth's Sailing into the Sunset Dress, oh my, I may need to buy this ASAP. I've been looking for a nautical themed dress for quite some time. I love the neckline, it looks almost cartoon-ish, but remains totally elegant at the same time.
  

Red letter news, lovelies: I got my dress! It came in the mail yesterday (I ordered it from Helene Bridal), and of course, I had to try it on right away. I didn't think I'd be one of "those girls" to fall in love with her dress, but I totally and utterly did. Helene Bridal did an amazing job (I put all my measurements in, and the dress was custom made for me!); I couldn't have asked for a dress which was more "me." I can't post pictures of the dress (don't fret, I'll post a ton of wedding pics in June--uh, hello wedding is 9 months away!), but check out this adorable, custom hanger from Dawn's Craft Store. How sweet of a gift would this be for a bride-to-be, or even the wedding party? I love that it says, "Mrs." It would be great to have this to take pictures with! Love this idea.

How adorable is this Autumn Squiral Ring? I love that it looks so vintage!

These "Bronze Brass Acorns Antique Style Earrings with White Ivory Pearls" could be easily dressed up or down.

The Creamy Peal Necklace would be a lovely gift to give an Autumn baby!

Hi lovelies! How was your weekend? We had a jam packed weekend, full of watching a lot of Bluegrass music, eating, and outlet shopping (scored skirts at Express for $8 each!). Remember how I said that I love the end of summer sales? Check out this adorable dress from Delias. The Alayna Shirt Dress was $44.50, and is now marked down to $19.99. I love the sweet ruffles and deep v-neckline. This would be appropriate for work, a night out with your guy, or a lunch with the gals. It also comes in white--so lovely looking!

How adorable are these "Nesting Doll Earrings" from Unexpected Expectancy? I love all the sweet and lovely items from UE; best yet: each month, 10% of all the sales go to a different charity! Beautiful and generous, I love it!

Floral Halter Dress, $18.99 (plus an extra 25% discount, seen when added to bag!)

Vintage Lace Floral Dress, $20.99 (plus an extra 25% discount, seen when added to bag!)

Floral A-Line Dress, $15.99 (plus an extra 25% discount, seen when added to bag!)

Check out this adorable, lovely short film made by Zooey Deschanel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Marc Webb, set to "Why Do You Let Me Stay Here?" by She&Him. It's just so fun and sweet, and is super reminiscent of a silent film. Credit goes to Matt who posted it on facebook! Thanks for the cuteness, Matt!

Have you lovely ladies and gents ever seen cake buntings? A bunting is an old-fashioned party decoration, and the store Kiki La Ru uses buntings to decorate cakes! I love the way that the 3D decoration makes the cakes look so sweet and festive. The many designs she offers would add a touch of loveliness to any party you're hosting! These are some of my favorite bunting-tops, which one would you put on your birthday cake?! (Click each picture for more info)

How amazing is not only this dress, but the whole image? I love the loose braids and natural lighting of the photograph. The bodice is made of stretch cotton, meaning that this dress doesn't only look outstanding, but would feel amazing to wear, as well. The skirt is hand dyed, and is reminiscent of "ballet dancer meets Carrie Bradshaw." So in love with this! (PS. there's a bow in the back, too!)

Happy Monday, loves! How was your weekend? Eric and I had our engagement shoot with the extremely wonderful Maddie and Monica of Hart + Sol Photo. We had the best, best time hanging out with them and making our photographic-vision come true. Check out this sneak peek picture that Maddie sent over last night; I totally adore it, it looks like an ad, doesn't it?! I love natural light...it always makes everything seem so romantic!

Well, it started to get cool this weekend, and the sun was setting way too early...must mean Fall is definitely on it's way! I love this Aerial Ribbon Skirt from ModCloth as a perfect "Summer-to-Autumn" accessory. The colors remind me of a beautiful Autumn sunset. This skirt would go perfect with brown boots and an oversized scarf. What would you wear with this skirt with for Fall?

Happy Friday, loves! What are you doing this weekend? Eric and I are having our engagement photoshoot! Not only am I super excited, but I'm a super lucky gal because Jenny went to NYU with the talented Maddie Eisenhart of Heart +Sol Photography. Maddie, and her accomplice in crime, Monica, are trekking to my grandmother's house this Saturday to photograph Eric and I (and a whole lotta banjos) at the playhouse my grandfather built us as kids. We're kinda going for a "country-couple-in-the-woods-with-quilts-and-banjos" theme. I bought some new dresses, Eric is shinning up his instruments, and we're ready to go! I'm not one who loves being in front of the camera, but I know with Maddie and Monica behind the scenes, the shoot will truly be lovely! I love engagement photos, because they differ from wedding photos in that they truly show the personality of the couple. Check out these adorable and unique engagement photos from around the wedding-blog-scene...which one is your favorite? Did you get engagement photos? Can't wait to show the final shots to you!

How cute is this Mason Jar Drink Dispenser from Pottery Barn? I love that it looks like it belongs in the country, right next to apple trees and berry bushes. I'm a huge fan of using mason jars for, well, everything, so I adore that this is a giant mason jar-turned-entertaining piece. And, don't forget to get the Mason Jar Mugs which match! How adorable would this set be for an outdoor-porch-end-of-summer party? Classic and lovely.

Hi all! Sorry I've been so quiet lately...I went right from Chicago to the first day of school! While in Chicago, besides eating amazing vegetable lasagna (I literally ate a pan full), we went to the coolest place ever: The Volo Antique Mall. It was never-ending! We walked, and walked, and looked at millions of antiques, and we just went from one building to another. I didn't buy anything (it was too overwhelming to pick one thing out!), but it was amazing to see all these antiques houses in one place.

On a totally different note, there's been a lot of (I reiterate: a lot of) wedding talk lately. It's all very exciting putting together this special and beautiful day, and Jenny and I are having a blast scouring the internet for new ideas. Like this one, for example: check out the beyond gorgeous crepe paper flowers in the photo above. There's an easy-to-follow DIY guide to creating these beauts on The Bride's Cafe; seriously, these flowers, which look incredibly hard to make only take 6 supplies and 7 steps to create. This takes "paper craft" to a whole new level; imagine making all of your centerpieces (or bouquets) out of paper, yourself!

Happy Friday, loves! It's a long weekend! What are you all doing this weekend? Eric and I are heading to the windy city; we're going to see his family in Chicago and I'm so, so excited. I can't wait to eat his mother's Amish soup, veggie lasagna, and mouth-watering sloppy joes...I'll probably come home five pounds heavier! Anyhow, while we're there we're hitting up some antique shops, a boot shop (I'm in the market for white wedding cowgirl boots!), and my absolute favorite: Hobby Lobby! Before you head out for the weekend, take a peek at the gorgeous clothing from My Black Dress; don't you adore this Mandy Dress? It's a great mix of Carrie Bradshaw, Audrey Hepburn, and Betty Draper. I love the fitted top, small belt, and beautiful full skirt. It's a classic!

So, we've been working on our wedding registry, and I can't stop looking at Fishs Eddy for beautiful items for my kitchen. I'm swooning over these pitchers; I can't decide which one I want more! The other beautiful thing about Fishs Eddy is the prices; so reasonable! Which pitcher is your fave?