MARNI MANIA

Marni mania came in quietly - but has definitely taken over London, and from the looks of it, the rest of the fashion world too. Today, Marni for H&M launched in H&M stores around the world. The queues at the flagship store in London started at 3AM - and when I walked by after my 1PM meeting, it was just as long!

H&M has done some amazing designer collaborations for less lately - and this is no exception. You can see the Marni-esque graphic and eclectic prints throughout the collection. And, while everything in the nothing over $149 collection might not appeal to everyone - there are a few key pieces I wouldn’t mind having in my closet.


Marni is available at H&M stores or online at http://www.hm.com.

ANNIVERSARY GIFTS

According to tradition, the first anniversary gift is paper. Not an easy gift for the guys. Now, modern anniversary gifts are considered plastic and clocks. While D would love for me to add to his watch obsession, let’s be honest, I’m a tradition Southern gal and sticking with paper. Because its our first anniversary - and we might not be giving gifts for anniversaries in the future - I want to get him something cool, meaningful and that stays in the price range of reasonable. If you’re in the same boat, try one of these his & hers paper anniversary gifts that won’t break the bank.

Guys: The World Atlas of Whisky book: Amazon; The London Pub book: Amazon; Cigars: Cohiba; Notebook: Moleskine; Tickets: Various sports sites; Autographed Tim Tebow Pictures: unavailable. Gals: Organizer: Kate Spade; Notecard: Gadabout; Address Label: Etsy; Anniversary Card: unknown; Photo Book: Apple iPhoto;

ONE YEAR AGO

About EIGHT years ago I met this cute guy who loved the Gators, camo, Swamp, beer, his ‘frat bros’ and always wore his Polo hat. He made me laugh.

 

One of our first date functions [2003]

Who knew that SEVEN years later he’d absolutely shock and surprise me with an amazing proposal in San Diego? [Certainly not me!] And, that ONE YEAR AGO today, we would get married surrounded by our family and friends.

It’s been an absolutely ridiculous, exciting and amazing year. I am so glad we did it together.

Happy Anniversary, D! 

MINI-VACATION

Taking a mini-break to celebrate our anniversary in the sun and sand of Dubai. We're traveling with D's boss and his wife - and we laugh A LOT. So, I know I have loads of fun stuff to catch up on when I'm back. Meanwhile, if you’re looking for me, I can be found here with a Kindle and a drink in my hand...

Photo: Jumeirah Beach Hotel