Fashion :: Inspired by Anna Karenina

All this daydreaming about Russia inspired me to re-watch "Anna Karenina," and while I have to admit I was a bit disappointed by the film {to me the highly choreographed scenes, while creative, took away from the overall feel of the movie}, I absolutely fell in love with the unbelievably stunning costumes.  Inspired by the deep jewel tones, elegant furs {faux for me please}, and rich textiles I have pulled together a few pieces to help channel your inner Russian aristocrat.  Enjoy!

Side note: Have you ever wondered why in every American movie that is set in Europe the characters ALWAYS have a British accent {exp: Les Misérables}.  Come on people, this is Russia not the UK!

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Travel :: Russia

Happy Monday friends!  I hope you all had a fantastic weekend.  I finally found time to read {"The Fault in Our Stars" and "The Interestings"}, went to the Indianapolis Winter Beer Fest, and may or may not have watched the Puppy Bowl instead of the Superbowl...don't judge :)

Perhaps it's because the Sochi Winter Olympics start this week, but today I have been daydreaming of a snow-covered trip to Russia.  I'd love to see Red Square, the beautiful Catherine's Palace, St. Basil's Cathedral, the ballet at Mikhailovsky Theater, wander through snow covered forests, and visit a tea house {or two}.  Don't these images make you feel like you could just close your eyes and step back in Tolstoy's 19th century Russia?  So beautiful...

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My Life :: Snow Day

I hope you are all having a fantastic start to your weekend!  I am still just in awe of how. much. snow. we have gotten this year in Indianapolis.  Seriously, the Midwest is never hit with blizzards like these.  I absolutely love the snow, but will admit the negative 45 degree wind-chills are completely debilitating {our poor Yoda literally just falls over when he tries to walk outside, the snow feeling like daggers on his little paws}.  Thankfully I got a new camera and lens for Christmas {thanks Mom & Dad!} which has given me the incentive to bundle up and head outside for some peaceful walks in the snow.  Enjoy from the comfort of your warm blanket!