Home Sweet Home

This past Sunday, my man and I drove up to Wilmette to my parents house for a little bbq with the family. Definitely soaking up the last days of summer. Hope you all have a great weekend. Happy Friday! XO, Liza

 The family having some drinks and appetizers on the deck.

 My favorite color.

Outfit Details:

Rachel Antonoff "Ruby Jean" Dress

Me & Ro Bird Necklace

Lionette by Noa Sade Lee Black Necklace

Carolina Bucci "Lucky" Bracelet

My sister's dog, Bentley. He's the best!

 Garden.

 

 Yummy avocado salad for an appetizer...

 ...and Hoosier Mama Pie for dessert!

Passion Fruit Meringue Pie. So delicious!

Liza's August Playlist

Can't believe that it's already halfway through August! Summer has really flown by, right? Anyways, before the month ends, here is a little playlist of mine that's been on rotation on my ipod. Hope you enjoy!  XO, Liza

Brighter Than The Sun- Colbie Caillat

Adore Colbie Caillat and adore this song!

Who You Are- Jessie J

Jessie J is a fabulous new artist on the scene. Her voice is amazing and I'm loving this particular song of hers.

Not Over You- Gavin DeGraw

Gavin DeGraw reminds me of when I was nineteen... my best friend and I constantly had his music on while we cruised around Chicago and Nashville. Definite nostalgia listening to his voice.

Eyes (Extended Mix)- Kaskade featuring Mindy Gledhill

A great dance tune that's been on constant repeat for me!

Showdown- Electric Light Orchestra

A little 70's in the mix...

Glory Box-Portishead

Going to see Portishead in the fall and I can't wait. This is one of my favorite songs of theirs.

Hits Me Like A Rock (Featuring Bobby Gillespie)- C.S.S.

Love C.S.S. Their music reminds me of 2006 and always puts a smile on my face as cheesy as it sounds!

Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow- Amy Winehouse

This Shirelles song covered by the late Amy Winehouse is insanely gorgeous. RIP Amy. One of my all time favorite artists.

Basket Case- Sara Bareilles

Sara Bareilles has such a beautiful voice. Period. I love that her music is a mix of slow and upbeat.

Cry To Me- Solomon Burke

Love the soulfulness in this 1960's hit. Makes me want to dance around my apartment all day. Haha!

WANT, NEED, MUST HAVE: Rag & Bone Wessex Booties

If there is ONE pair of shoes or boots I am coveting for the fall, it is these Rag & Bone Wessex Booties on shopbop. I am definitely not a thigh high boot or high heeled bootie type of girl. I most always prefer a wedge or a combat boot that is ultimately comfortable and something I can break in. These are just perfect! I've already added them to my "wish list" on the site, so I'm just waiting for the weather to cool down a bit so I can grab em. Do you guys like them? Hope you all had a great weekend! Today my man made an amazing brunch for some friends and I and tonight we are going to my parents. A food filled Sunday! XO, Liza

Photo of the Day: Too Funny

If I could wear anything at the moment, I think it would have to be this outfit. Not only am in LOVE with this picture (hence the photo of the day), but I am obsessed with the easy going ensemble. Girly lace top, knit shorts, and a pair of super sick oxfords. Geez those shoes are insanely amazing. In love. XO, Liza

Street Style Maven: Emma Roberts

Although I have already done a post on her on my previous blog, I Live For It, I can't help but get inspired everytime I see paparazzi photos of Emma Roberts. The 20- year-old may quite possibly have the best street style in Hollywood at the moment! I feel as if most of the time these celebrities look beyond contrived and are trying super hard to dress in things that they shouldn't be wearing. On the other hand, Ms. Roberts always look age appropriate, adorable, and VERY fashionable! I just can't help but love her! What do you guys all think? XO, Liza 

 Carrying a giant garment bag and shopping bag from Miu Miu! Jealous right? Haha! Love her little sleeveless shirt dress here tied together with an Hermes belt. I'm usually not a huge fan of belting dresses, but this works for sure.

 Those heels! Such an amazing color.

 This outfit would most likely look trashy on any other girl, but on Emma it looks too cute. Not many people can pull off knee socks and leopard heels!

 She has such a sweet smile. Her bag here is to die for, as well as that gorgeous long white dress.

 Running errands in a Topshop dress, patent leather flats, and a Miu Miu studded bag.

 Obsessed with her 3.1 Philip Lim sweater! Love how she paired it with baggy jean shorts and espadrilles. Casual cool.

 One of my favorite dresses from Opening Ceremony's spring line. 

 Cute dress after cute dress, right?

 Love the Bliss Lau body chain with a simple solid colored tank and jeans. 

This might be my favorite photo of the bunch. From her hair to her skirt to the little clogs, everything about this look is perfect.

Rachel Antonoff Fall 2011

Don't get me wrong, I'd take this warm summer weather all year long. Problem would be though I wouldn't get to wear all the amazing fashion come fall! That's number one of my list of exciting things for autumn... don't forget pumpkin spice lattes, apple picking, favorite television show premiers, etc etc. Anyways, one of my top favorite designers, Rachel Antonoff, has pretty much the cutest fall line ever. Ok, I guess all her collections get cuter than the next, but I am already taking note of the things that are must haves on my list. Here they are from Rachel's too cute for words lookbook. Which piece do you guys think I should snag first?  Right now I'm kind of obsessing over the pale pink peter pan collared blouse and the high waisted skirt! XO, Liza

 The perfect holiday dress!

 What are those adorable tights? Are those cats on the knees? Those better be for sale because I'm a tights/leggings aficionado!

 Awwwww! I love white dresses for the fall/winter. I don't believe in the "no white after labor day" rule!

 Love the navy pleated skirts paired with those white tights.

 NEED!

So sweet. I love the little bows and the skirt of the dress. I'd pair this with my black combat boots and my black oversized Marc by Marc cardigan.

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Photo of the Day: Mary-Kate Olsen

So everyone, I figured I'd start a photo of the day on fashion over groceries. There are SO many pictures I have on my desktop and in numerous folders on my computer that I save and always forget about. Therefore, I might as well share them with you all! Before I start digging into my archives, I just had to post this brand new one I found today on a favorite blog of mine, Olsens Anonymous. It's not a surprise I love the Olsens, nor is it for probably any fashion forward girl! They are amazingly talented mini moguls that are juggling all these companies on their hands, while still managing to look chic and polished every day. Ok, maybe not eveeery day, but in this photo, I am obsessed with Mary-Kate's entire outfit. From the bag to the vintage esque lace skirt right down to the Prada platforms? She looks so great. But MK, stand up straight! Hahaha! Posture is something I have been working on, so I think I've been noticing it on people lately! ;) XO, Liza

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