Currently Craving: Carry-All Totes

 I'm a huge fan of carrying a bag that hold everything and anything I might need. And I really mean anything. My current cross-body bag not only holds my wallet, keys, phone, etc, but also has to bear the burden of a book or two, knuts, random coasters from bars, 10 chap sticks, and an assortment of other odds and ends. The poor thing is about to burst at the seams! Which is why I've been in the market for a sturdy tote; one that would be able to handle my tendency to carry the world on my shoulder and look good doing so.
Check out the ones I've been eying below, and let me know, would you recommend any others?

  

Vegan leather reversible tote from UO //  Nautical stripped tote from Forever21

Goodwinn tote from J. Crew // Classic transport tote from Madewell

I think the Madewell tote is still winning this round for me, what do you guys think?

Currently Craving: Jewlery by Bario Neal

One of my favorite blogs A Cup of  Jo is hosting a fabulous giveaway today featuring the Philadelphia based jewelery studio Bario Neal. This was my first introduction to their work, and I am already smitten with every piece, my favorite being the Notch Necklace (below).

Photos from Bario Neal's website

Their delicate, yet intricate and refined, pieces are enough to have me swooning, but what makes me really love this shop is their commitment to creating these beautiful pieces ethically. Per their site, each piece is handmade using "reclaimed precious metals, ethically sourced stones, and low-impact, environmentally conscious practices," which means that you never have to choose between what looks good and what feels right.

Check out their site and let me know if anything catches your eye! And be sure to enter the giveaway on A Cup of Jo, so that you can bring one home :)

Currently Craving: A new pair of sunnies

Now that the sun is finally peeking its head out from behind the clouds, my sunglasses have been seeing a lot more action lately. This has led me to realize, however, that my sunglasses are actually not that great, ha! I guess I shouldn't be surprised considering they cost me $8 back in high school, but now that I'm able, I think it's time for me to upgrade my eyewear. I've been persuing the usual outlets (RayBan, Oakleys..), as well as some others that I've shared below! Now just comes the hard part of actually choosing a pair, hm.....

Thrifty: Round Sunglasses and Colorful Aztec Wayfarers from Forever 21

Spend: Oakley Frogskin Sunglasses and Quay Retro Sunglasses

Splurge: MARC by Marc Jacobs Retro and Prada Baroque Round Sunglasses

P.S. How cool are thos Prada sunglasses?? Swoon

Currently Craving: Birthday Wishlist!

I have a confession: I really, reallllly, like my birthday, a lot. Always have, probably always will. So, the fact that it's gonna be warm and sunny for my birthday tomorrow, means this chick is seriously pumped up! We have a packed day of looking at houses in the morning, lunch with my brother and mom, dinner at Percy St BBQ (their brisket fries are AMAZING), and ending with drinks in Manayunk. And if that wasn't enough, Sunday is another full day of birthday fun for Chrissy! (That's right, we get TWO days back-to-back of birthday goodness, jealous?)

Being in the birthday spirit, I decided to put together my ultimate birthday wishlist with all those things that have been hanging out in the purgatory of my online shopping cart lately. I guess what I really want for my birthday is a winning lottery ticket to bring this lot home, any takers??

   

Top: Sperry Interpid Boat Shoe // G by Guess Locket Sandal // Leather DSLR Camera Bag

Middle: Dinosaur Toes Arrow Fletching Necklace // Forever 21 Self-Tie Dress

Bottom: Canon EF Lenses (10-22mm, 40mm, 35mm) // Vegetable Literacy by Deborah Madison

I hope you all have a lovely weekend as well and enjoy the beautiful weather we should be getting! Soak up that Vitamin-D we've been denied for so long :)

Currently Craving: Colorful Stripes

There was a major breakthrough today, I don't know if you noticed it, it was a very small shift. But today, as I got out of the car to go to work, there it was. The first, very faint, smell of Spring in the air. YES! While I accept the fact that it will most likely still be a few weeks until there's actually nice weather once more, that sniff of Spring is all I need to keep me hopeful :) With that being said, I now have bright colors on the brain and I'm scheming how to give my Winter wears a Spring make-over. Stripes are already a staple for me, so I figured this was the best place to start! Check out the items I'm currently craving below...

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Currently Craving: Spanish Influence

I came across this editorial from L'Officiel Paris featuring the gorgeous Lana Del Ray and it has me yearning for a bit of Spanish adventure. The shoot features vibrant colors, spectacular gowns from the likes of Saint Laurent, Gucci, and Valentino, and even a smile from the typically brooding Del Ray. Plus, how enviable are her lush curls? Swoon

Currently Craving: Adventure

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I'm feeling quite antsy lately. I can't tell if it's my impending trip to the Dominican, the unbearably slow change of seasons, my less-than-exciting day job, or any combination thereof, but I'm more than ready for an adventure. I'm hoping that my vacation will be just what I need to shake off the cobwebs of Winter, so that I can start filling my head and calendar with fun adventures for Spring!

Currently Craving: Floral

Even though the ground is still stubbornly hard, flowers have been popping up all over stores int the past few weeks. Florals are nothing new for Spring collections, but that doesn't stop me from being happy to see them! I'm currently craving florals found in unexpected places, like these funky pants from TopShop.

I probably have to wait a few more weeks before anything blooms in my own garden, but I think any of these pieces would be enough to hold me over!

Currently Craving: Constellation Cuff

I am loving this constellation cuff by Winifred Grace featuring Pegasus. It's simple yet gorgeous, and it would make a great conversation piece (you could always challenge your friends to a game of "name-that-celestial-body"). I normally don't wear gold jewlery, but the simplicity of this piece would fit right into my style. Gorgeous!

Currently Craving: Mint

Right now I'm daydreaming of ditching my dark winter wear and filling my wardrobe with bright pieces once more. Spring cannot come soon enough for this girl! In hopes of putting me a sunshine state of mind, I've collected some of my current favorites in my all time favorite pastel: mint!