Happy Birthday Danielle!

To my big sister ... I hope you have an absolutely wonderful 27th year ... you deserve nothing less. I love you!

i MUST have this bag! (part 2)

I saw this bag at the Kate Spade store in Georgetown this weekend and immediately fell in love.

Some stylish bunnies...

Many a blog has previously posted about this adorable Etsy shop, but I couldn't resist posting myself! Modeled after the lastest runway shows, Fifi Lapin illustrates bunnies to look just like the models. I just purchased this Chloe piece!

My new dress!

I got this dress this weekend at Cusp, the most amazing Georgetown boutique. I wore it to Mary and Paul's wedding in Baltimore (pictures to come soon) and had the most wonderful time!

I'm off...

... to Washington D.C. to meet Pete (and go shopping!) and then to Baltimore for a wedding! Have a lovely weekend!!

Change of a dress.

J.Crew has put out their fall preview on their website, and I must say that I'm impressed! A perfect mixture of casual and formal dresses ... here are a few of my favorites.

Travel Essentials.

Here are a few things to help you cruise through airport security, and help you to look amazingly fresh after a long flight. Plane To See Transparent Cosmetic Case, Herban Essential Lemon Towelettes and Momspit the norinse cleanser for hands and face. Shop here.

Avindy.

These beautiful earrings by Avindy are available at Fragments.

I'm ashamed to admit...

...that I really like this top! I'm not usually a fan of Abercrombie .... infact I kind of hate it, but while surfing their site today I came across this top and really like it! Shop here.

i MUST have this bag!

The Deena bag by Cynthia Rowley. Available here.

A family affair.

A picture of my brother David, sister Danielle and me at the YMSB concert Saturday night (not the most flattering of pics, but I still love it!).

HAPPY FRIDAY!

I'm taking a much needed "summer 1/2 day Friday" (a lovely perk of my job) and am going shopping with my sister! Have a wonderful weekend!

Jazz + Rib Fest 2007.

I can't believe it's already here again .... it literally feels like yesterday that Pete and I were stuffing ourselves with Ribs at last years festival. Regardless - I can't wait! I love being outside, listening to authentic Jazz music and having ribs, funnel cakes and beer :) Here are the details for this years event:

Jazz & Rib Fest

Venue: Downtown riverfront
Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday
Admission: Free

Attention mall shoppers...

...J-crew is having a sale on adorable dresses with ruffles!

So long Redbull...

...hello Enviga!

Ever since I took a sip of my sister's Enviga a few weeks ago, I can't get enough! I find myself buying them all the time! Berry is my favorite flavor, although I have yet to branch out and try the other two. Do yourself a favor and try one!

Mary-Kate Olsen + Weeds

I love the Showtime television show Weeds, and I love Mary-Kate Olsen ... so you can imagine my excitement when I read on Perez Hilton that Mary Kate Olsen will be appearing in 10 episodes next season! Season 3 premieres August 13th.

Hot Off The Press!

This article about my beloved was in Business First last week ...

Advertising gets animated at Broad and High corner

Business First of Columbus - July 13, 2007
by Kevin Kemper
Business First

Orange Barrel Media President Peter Scantland says his firm’s revenue will double when LED ad displays are lit up at Casto’s redevelopment of Broad and High streets.

Beer, groceries, phone service and medical care are the latest commodities that will be marketed in flashing images at the center of downtown Columbus this fall, when a $22 million redevelopment at High and Broad streets is completed. The president of the company putting the advertisements together says it could mark a change in the direction of his company. Peter D. Scantland and his Orange Barrel Media, long known for their enormous wallscape ads that attract the attention of passers-by and raised the ire of government transportation officials, have secured four more sponsors for a series of light-emitting diode, or LED, screens that will adorn the buildings at 2-8 E. Broad St. The advertising effort, designed to bring a Times Square-like look to downtown, will include a mix of news and stock tickers that wrap around the buildings, as well as television and video screens carrying animated advertisements. One of the displays will be set aside for nonprofit and community organizations so they can advertise for free, Scantland said.


For the full article click here.

First look @ Fall 2007

These and tons more great Fall boots available at shopbop.

I want a new car ....

... I realize that this is silly, and I very much enjoy not currently having a car payment, however I'm ready for a new ride. If I had it my way (and the money to afford it) I would get one of the following automobiles....

YMSB!

WHO? Yonder Mountain String Band + Xavier Rudd

WHERE? Lifestyles Communities Pavilion

WHEN? Saturday July 21st, 2007. Doors open @ 6:30 p.m.

It's going to be another Altiero family reunion... as me, Danielle and David are all going! Get your tickets here.

Malababa

The line's Spanish roots shine through in every brilliant creation, with dramatic colors and a creative take on the accessories world. These essential pieces are perfect for any wardrobe. See more of the collection here.

I'm (also) Not A Plastic Bag.

BAGGU!

I'm a huge fan of the I'm Not A Plastic Bag, and the whole craze it has started ... I am not however, a huge fan of paying tons of money for a grocery bag. Here is what I believe to be the PERFECT alternative to the plastic bag. The Baggu is cute, comes in several colors, is large enough to carry your groceries and it compacts so small it can fit almost anywhere! Click here to purchase and learn more about the Baggu.

Doggie Style!

What: This event will provide a platform for local pet supply retailers, animal related causes,and dog fashion retailers to show their wears and inform the public. There will be a large event tent to house the Fashion Run Way and audience; a flat donation will be required for attendance to the Fashion Show.

Where: The event is planned for Pearl Alley which represents an epicenter for downtown activity. Pearl Alley restaurants and bars will be recruited to offer tasty snacks, meals and beverages (including adult beverages).

When: Saturday, August 18th @ 5:00 p.m.

Presented by: Columbus Downtown Dog Park Association, Inc.& Columbus Metropolitain Arts Creative.

Lucy is going to be so pleased...

Alice + Olivia

It's only July, but I'm already dreaming about Fall! I love the weather, the colors, the activities and of course the clothes! Here are a few pieces from one of my favorite lines for fall from Alice + Olivia.

I'll take 2 of these please...

that way Pete and I could lay in bed and surf the web (on our own computers of coarse) all weekend! Lapdesk by Eric Pfeiffer, available at Offi Accessories.

Old Navy!

A few very cute new items from Old Navy.

Pink Moon Cupcake Bakery

I just came across this article and I'm exstatic! As you may or may not know, I am totally obsessed with cupcakes, and have been hoping for a local cupcake bakery. I plan on visiting the new bakery this weekend so I will let you know my thoughts soon...

Specialty bakery in Powell puts individual touch on cupcakes
Thursday, July 5, 2007

It's a little past 1 p.m., and the Pink Moon Cupcake Bakery in Powell has sold about a dozen of the raspberry margarita. "That's really good for a new flavor," said co-owner Bridget Hadden, who said the place opened just two hours earlier. Whatever variation, the individualized treats are flying off the shelves at the new bakery, 84 W. Olentangy St. "People love cake," said founder and baker, Cinnamon Nuhfer. "And people come in and say they don't want to buy a big cake." No problem at Pink Moon. Cupcakes are the only thing on the menu. Nuhfer said she decided to stick with one thing and do it well. There are no trans fats or preservatives used in the desserts. Nuhfer said she spent four months developing recipes for the standard flavors. She's also working on dairy-, gluten- and sugar-free options.
Click here for the full article.