Safety in Numbers

The last word anyone would ever use to describe my personal style would be punk. But I love me some minimal studding, leather… & of course, safety pin earrings. Just look at how classy a simple & sleek a blinged out safety pin can look!

Because hey, if Willow Smith can rock a safety pin earring and still look on fab, I must be on to something.

Willow Smith Safety Pin Earring JustJared.com

DC Wine Week: Wine Accessory Shopping List

The happiest time of the year has arrived… it’s DC Wine Week! In honor of the week’s wine-themed festivities I’m guest posting on the DC Wine Week blog:

Wine Accessory Shopping List

For me, drinking wine has also been a social activity. When I moved to DC over a year ago and didn’t know a soul, connecting with new friends was facilitated with a glass of wine in hand. So when I first heard about DC Wine Week I knew this was right up my alley.

In honor of DC Wine Week, I picked out a few of my favorite wine themed gadgets and goodies. And because your favorite wine is something to be shared, I made sure I selected items that were cute enough to show off.

Keep Calm and Drink Wine Tote (Etsy):

Toting along a bottle of wine as a party favor? This quirky wine tote takes your sweet hostess gift to the next level of thoughtful.

Corkcicle (Corkcicle.com):

I bought the Corkcicle for my wine making Dad this past Christmas, but it may have been one of those gifts you give because you actually wanted it for yourself.

Wine Pairing Dish Cloth (Uncommon Goods):

Keep these well-designed wine pairing chart dishtowels handy. They’ll brighten up the kitchen and help you pair any dish with the perfect wine.

Agate Coasters (West Elm):

If jewel tones are supposed to be all the rage this season, then these deep blue agate coasters couldn’t be any trendier.

Emerson Electric Wine Opener (Target):

Face it, not all of us can pop open a bottle of wine so easily with those chintzy waiter bottle openers. This rechargeable electric opener opens wine bottles with just the push of a button.

Modern Hand Stamped Wine Charms (Etsy):

These classic and customizable wine glass charms keep wine glass owners straight at parties and provide a bit of bling for your wine glass.

Personalized Oval Wine Stopper (Etsy):

Keep wine bottles fresher longer with these monogrammed wine stoppers, which also make great gifts for friends!

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Set of Stacking Green Wine Glasses (Crate and Barrel):

A set of four wine glasses are sturdy enough to bring out for the parties and colorful enough to provide a pop of color on your kitchen shelf.

Caloric Cuvee:

Looking to indulge in a glass of wine but want to keep an eye on your calories? This comical wine glass keeps you in check.

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Want to enjoy DC Wine Week for yourself? Join me this Tuesday, October 16 for Red Burgundy & Plum: A Night of Fashion & Wine, hosted by DC Wine Week & Very Busy Mama at Lost Society. Buy your tickets here for an evening of wine, fashion, and some of my favorite DC bloggers.

Shopping list

Mint cardigan – Zara / New York City scarf – Madewell / Dotted smoking slipper – Groupon

So much for saving money… at least the polka-dotted slippers I bought were part of a Groupon deal. Who knew Groupon even made shoes?

Sunday night at Natalie & Erika’s Madewell event I couldn’t help scooping up this colorful Manhattan scarf, which not only doubles as a map when visiting NYC next month (fingers crossed), but also reminds me of my summer spent in the Gramercy neighborhood. Because I’m not 100% sure how to wear the large square scarf like this, my new favorite blogger, Tammy of A Loyal Love pointed out a YouTube video for 25 Ways to Wear a Scarf. The video by Wendy’s Look Book got 13 million views, she must be doing something right! The Mira at 1:45 in might be my favorite look!

By the way – to my 3 readers (#1 Sam, #2 my sister, and #3 maybe a person who accidentally stumbled across this blog in a search for Groupon deals…) what do you think of the minor re-design of the reidmore page? I was looking to change up the layout a bit!

Lake inspired style

Inspired by current view, here are a few of my lake life style and home favorites…

Something about the lake makes me just want to toss on a cozy tunic, get comfy, and lounge around.

A J. Crew suit with a poppy print

J. Crew light and short tunic/dress – already have it and love it!

Missoni Havaianas flip flops

A nautical headwrap to hide wet messy lake hair – by HillNTrees on Etsy

A good book, I’m bringing The Happiness Project to read

A bright Steve Madden beach towel

An underwater camera to take pictures from the boat

Hopefully I’ll be back with a tan soon!

One Item Wish List

Hi necklace, you’re pretty. Want to come live with me?

Zara necklace on a cute French blogger & graphic designer (what a life!)

Top 5 Favorites of the Week: 5/5 – 5/11

Hi friends,

Guess who is another year older? This chick. But more on that later.

1. Eric Hutchinson concert at the 9:30 club

I’ve been a fan of Eric Hutchinson and his catchy tunes for several years now. When I got the email that he’d be stopping by the 9:30 club this month, I had purchased tickets in about… two minutes.

Bonus fact: Did you know that Eric was raised in Takoma Park & Silver Spring? Another reason to love local music!

2. Passionista of the Week

While at the NOVA Fashion Week Behind the Scenes event last week I was approached by Sara of Art of a Lady to talk about my bright blue outfit! And wouldn’t you know it, the next day Sara was tweeting that she picked me to be the Passionista of the Week! Thanks, Sara – you made my week!

3. New Clarks shoes from Sam

Look at these sweet new Clarks desert boots from Sam! Love these and can’t wait to rock these.

4. Arm candy from Behind the Scenes

I guess I was going for a monochromatic look at the Behind the Scenes event!

Thanks to Natalie of Fashionably Broke Girls for the picture.

5. Finding a new apartment!

At the end of June, I will no longer be an official resident of Petworth. I’m more than ready to move out and am glad the complicated logistics of the new lease is already settled! Look forward to a house warming invite coming soon.

Top 5 Favorites of the Week: 4/28 – 5/4

1. Behind the Scenes – Nova Fashion Week event

Last night after work, I rushed over to the Artisphere for an amazing event! I’ll post more later, but here is a sneak peek.

2. Joining the gym!

Any DC girls looking for a workout buddy at Washington Sports Club? Can’t wait to get my pilates on.

4. Business cards arriving

I’m absolutely floored with how awesome my real life reidmore business cards look. MOO was incredibly easy to work with, and they arrived quickly, looking sturdy and bright. I’ve heard of MOO time and time again, working in the wedding industry. Lots of brides like to use MOO cards to stick inside the invitation package, leading people to their wedding website. After checking out their site, I can think of a million more ways to use them!

4. Arboretum

Who knew Northeast DC could look like Greece?

5. The excuse for daily margaritas and guacamole with “Cinco de Mayo Week”

Join me Behind The Scenes of Nova Fashion Week

The style gurus who bring you NOVA Fashion Week in October are hosting a behind the scenes sneak peak at what it truly takes to bring a fashion show to life.

Join me along with some of my favorite blogger gal pals at Behind the Scenes of Nova Fashion Week. This live action preview will show you the excitement behind a fashion show coming to life!

The event will showcase hair and makeup demonstrations by First Impressions Salon, Stella & Dot Stylist Kristin Biggs will be putting together different looks with a model showcasing the must have pieces for Spring/Summer 2012, CAPFABB will sit on the discussion panel, Cosmetiques Laudin will have a range of samples to try, Honest Tea will be the official drinks sponsor and the fashion show itself will feature styles from Dayanne Danier. Plus, local band Bravenoise will be at the event to keep things fun!

Friday, May 4th – 6 PM EST

Artisphere in Arlington, Virginia

If you’re in need of a night out with the girls, we’ll be having a blast at the Behind the Scenes event! Yummy drinks, live music, and beautiful styling will get you excited for NOVA Fashion Week coming up in October.

Tickets can be purchased online at this link.

Can’t wait to see you all there!

Morgan

Top 5 Favorites of the Week: 3/17 – 3/23

Loving this weather! I’m so happy that I’ve been able to pull out my sandals and spring dresses. If it could feel this nice outside year round, I’d die happy.

1. New Sandals

I’ve always had a go-to comfortable flat pair of sandals in brown and black. Last fall I wore my favorite brown sandals into the office and by 9:05 A.M., they were completely broken. I spent the day walking around with my sandals literally pulled together with safety pins.

Needless to say, with this warmer weather upon us, I set out in search of a new reliable pair. After scouring all of your typical shoe stores (Zappos, Piperlime, Target, DSW, etc.) I thought I was out of luck. Size 11 shoes are hard to come by, and even worse when I’m so picky. Then I stumbled into Amazon.com’s shoe catalog. Normally Amazon is associated with books, DVD, or even digital cameras. Never shoes until this week.

2. Drinks at P.O.V. at the W Hotel

Tuesday evening I told Sam I had a surprise planned. I’d seen pictures of facebook friends at some rooftop bar with a view, and after some sleuthing I and Yelp review reading, I made a reservation at P.O.V. The rooftop lounge reminded me of being in Southbeach and the view was incredible. I wish I had known about it sooner so I could have taken my friends when they were in town!

Sam used a panorama app on his phone, which gives you a great idea of how fun P.O.V. was: http://360.io/KgqSTs

3. A surprise gift from Sam

This week Sam picked up Jonah Lehrer’s new book, Imagination: How Creativity Works for me to read. I can’t wait to dive in! I heard an excerpt of an interview with Lehrer on NPR, and it seems like a neat idea for a book.

Plus any surprise is good news to me.

4. Puppy dog antique brooch

As I’ve posted on reidmore before (Buying diamonds on my lunch break), I am in love with the Farmers Market in Bethesda. Sure, it’s mostly your typical market vendors: knock-off bags, pashminas, flowers, etc. But the hidden gem (literally) is the large stall of antique jewelry. The vendors are lovely and willing to bargain. They have tables upon tables of brooches, rings, necklaces, bracelets, you name it. I could probably spend $500 there, which is saying a ton when most of the stuff is $5 each.

Today while I was walking around on my lunch break and enjoying the weather, I happened upon a sweet puppy brooch at this stall. It’s a dead-ringer for Tilly, my pup. $5 later, it was mine.

5. Double leopard print on sale at Loehmann’s

Got two dresses on mega sale at Loehmann’s and I love the print! They’re both an abstract graphic leopard, and I’m so happy.

Neon Bingo

A pop of color in your home, diet, and wardrobe! Presenting… neon bingo!

Grab your brightest highlighter and let the fun begin. I challenge you to surf any home decor, fashion site, or recipe collection and not run into these bright vivid colors. Not possible.

Trends change with the seasons, so I plan on working in small pieces on neon into my life in small doses. I love dramatic patterns of the pink Ikat pillow on Etsy, which isn’t too big of an investment when the trends change and super-bright color is out.

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