Things that inspre me: Sex and the City

This is even more cliche and generic than my post about Jackie O having inspiring style. Oodles of ladies were inspired by the gals/fashion/lifestyles of the characters in Sex and the City. I've always thought it was funny that Sarah Jessica Parker kind of became a fashion icon after the show, when really, it seems that the show's stylist(s) should be the ones who received recognition. Anywho- -I spent many-a-night as a single gal drinking wine, cooking a meal-for-one and playing Sex and the City on my laptop in my old one-bedroom apartment. We all have favorite outfits, favorite episodes, there's really something for everyone in that show. This show is very nostalgic for me, and as such, I thought I should pay homage. Enjoy!

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE: Nick Wooster

I like fashion and I like men, but I am just seldom smitten with men's fashion. Sadly, it's just not as interesting as the way women dress and the fashion that's abundantly available to them. Nick Wooster, however, is the exception. He embodies the perfect combination of edgy, hard, chic, masculine. He looks to be of different ages, and from different localities depending on how he's put together his look on a given day. I am clearly failing at effectively articulating what I like about him, and for someone who is never at a loss for words- -that speaks to the impact Nick Wooster has on me. Here are a few of my favorite looks (that my boyfriend will unknowingly be forced to mimic soon, shhhhh). If you would like to read more about Mr. Wooster (*cough* stalk him *cough*) here are additional links. Enjoy!

I'm going to ignore that he refers to himself as an "old queen" in this one and pretend that a heterosexual male can be this stylish. More pics in this one.

Nial has no idea how many short-sleeved button ups and capris he'll be wearing soon.

A shirt and tie that are the same color makes me crazy...in a good way. (If it were a bow tie, I'd have to be committed.)

Hot guy in an amazing suit and then you look down and POW! The lack of socks adds that European cherry on top.

Things that Inspire Me: Michelle Harper

On my daily OCD perusal of about a dozen design blogs, I keep happening upon this very interesting-looking, striking female and she inspires me to not wear blush and to dye my hair darker and to keep dressing however I see fit.....and finally, FINALLY of seeing her week after week in random publications, I learned that her name is Michelle Harper. I would rattle on, but someone else did it much better.

LOVE: Zac Posen's Spring 2012 Line!!

I love Style.com, but it's a place I feel like I could spend hours. Thusly, committing to 5 or 10 minutes is next to impossible. Today while I was "not procrastinating at work" I stumbled upon Zac Posen's line and shrieked a little bit with delight. To see more- -click here!

LOVE: Hot, Sexy, Tattooed Sexy Sex

Maybe it's because I just finished reading "Dirt," The Motley Crue Autobiography. Maybe it's because the new season of "Sons of Anarchy" recently aired. Any way you shake it- -I will probably always have a penchant for the bad boys. Who doesn't? Even if you don't want to live in a particular city, it doesn't mean you don't want to visit from time to time.

More Home Decor!

Well, construction and updates at the new house has finally died down a bit, so I'm less consumed with images of Home Decor- -but I'm still very stuck in the habit of checking Apartment Therapy and Design Sponge every day. Here are some faves from the last few months. Enjoy!

I have so much weird art that this seems inevitable

Let's be clear, this is at the TOP of the furniture covet list

I wish my bedroom was large enough to qualify for this very cozy curtain

This little space is very inviting

I love me some bright colors and patterns!

Check out the re-purposed TV stand. I kind of die for this kind of thing, although I guess I'm "DIY-nearsighted" because I never seen value when I see old ugly wood furniture.

I am seriously on the hunt for a similar hutch for my own shoes. It's going to happen.

LOVE: Jackie O!

This might be my most unoriginal one yet! Who isn't inspired by some aspect of Jackie? Well, please disregard the unoriginality and enjoy a few of my favorite pics!