Category Archives: Kiki’s List

01.06.11

Chevronmania.

Images from Rubie Green, MadeByGirl, Domino, Nick Olsen, Elle Decor, Frou Frou Fashionista

More widely known as herringbone, the chevron print has become extremely popular and can be found practically anywhere, on practically anything. I had always dreamed of one day having herringbone floors. Seeing as how I have perfectly good hardwood floors (okay they may not be what I would have picked if I built our house, but with two kids and a dog there is no way we are refinishing them.) I digress.. for now I can get snippets of chevron everywhere I look, and at every price range. I would LOVE to have a pair of curtains in Rubie Green’s East Village in Raspberry, but for now, I will settle for the Ellie bag, at $24.

Here are the chevron items that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Lucite Chevron Tray– $45
2. Zig Zag Pillow Cover– $13 ON SALE
3. Vibe Tecno Rug– $85-$319
4. Zig Zag Dog Bowl– $14.95-$24.95
5. Zig Zag Swimsuit-$79
6. Ikat-Chevron Pillow Cover– $38
7. Chevron Calling Cards– $24 for 48
8. Girls’ Chevron Dress– $44
9. Chevron Frame– $26
10. Chevron Drum Lampshade– $75.95
11. The Ellie Bag– $24
12. Zig Zag Pillow– $50

12.31.10

Add a Little Sparkle to Your NYE.

It’s well documented that I like a little sparkle in my wardrobe. If there is ever a night to do it up, tonight is the night! So get your sparkle on girls… Here are two looks perfect for a dazzling night out on the town.

Look # 1

Dress-TIBI, $400

Earrings- Express, $22.90

Cuff– Jennifer Miller, $1,875

Shoes– Guess, $99

Clutch– Anya Hindmarch, $395

Polish– Lipmann Collection, $18

   Look # 2
     Dress– Halston Heritage, $365
     Earrings– Express, $22.90
     Ring– Jennifer Miller, $3,000
     Shoes– Stuart Weitzman, $335
     Clutch– Kate Spade, $345
     Polish-Lipmann Collection, $20

I hope everyone has a safe and Happy New Year! May 2011 bring you everything that your little heart desires.

12.22.10

Kiki’s List Giveaway: Nammoura Dessert Plates.

They are sold out online, but this little elf shopped ahead and bought a set of four Nammoura Dessert plates from Anthropologie in all four colors. I have decided to make my fourth and final gift in my four weeks of giving something that is a reflection of my style… Classic and colorful with a hint of eclectic. I love the bold Ikat petals on these delicate porcelain plates… it’s just the right mix for a party of pretty! I can’t wait to give them to one very lucky Kiki’s List Follower.

Here are the rules for the contest:

1.) You must be a Follower of Kiki’s List.

2. )To enter the giveaway, simply leave a comment on this post between today, Wednesday, December 22, 2010 and Friday, December 24 telling me why you should win. A winner will be selected at random and will be announced next Monday, December 27.

3.) To receive an additional entry, you can link to this post on your own blog (include the url to your blog post in your comment). It is up to you to return to this post to enter your second entry after blogging about the giveaway.

4.)Post about this giveaway on Facebook for another additional entry. You must enter the link to this post in you status update. It is up to you to return to this post to enter your second entry after FB’ing about the giveaway.

5.) Lastly, tweet about this giveaway for one last additional entry.

Good Luck and Happy Holidays!

12.20.10

Tis The Season: Teachers.

Last Friday, we hosted a luncheon for all of the teachers at the girls’ school. Because collectively they have been touched by every teacher there, I thought it would be nice to honor all of them rather than just giving the average gift card to their current teachers. Honestly, the luncheon equated to only a little more than I would have spent on the smaller group of teachers. The teachers were so appreciative– I think everyone really enjoyed it.

It is always so hard to make sure that you take care of everyone on your list, and for some reason, teachers always seem to be the hardest to shop for. I cannot thank my girls’ teachers enough for the love and care that they give my babies. They truly make a difference in my children’s lives’ everyday.

There are so many options for so many budgets; last year we gave them personalized CD’s wrapped up with a Christmas Candle– I still hear from some of them how much they love listening to our play list. Fresh flowers and potted plants are a great surprise, and something that they can use on their holiday table. And if you run out of creativity– gift cards are always welcome; Starbucks, Michaels, Paper Source- the possibilities are endless!

So this one’s for all of you teachers out there… Check out the holiday gift items that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Custom CD Labels– $26 for 20

2. Shemergency Survival Kit– $29.95

3. Personalized Embosser– $28.50

4. Monogrammed Clip Board– $38

5. Monogrammed Compact– $29.95

6. Cupco Cup + Starbucks Gift card– $7.99 + Gift card amount

7. Instant Karma Book- $8.95

8. Peppermint Bark Duo– $15

9. Floral Applique Slippers– $19.99

10. Monogrammed Key Chain– $20

11. Mani and Pedi– Varies

12. Potted Paperwhites- $19.95

12.13.10

Tis the Season: Hostess Gifts.

Looking for that perfect gift for your next holiday party? My favorite hostess gift to give is a bouquet of fresh flowers, arranged by yours truly. It’s something beautiful, thoughtful and can work within any budget. If you are not into arranging flowers, paper whites are my favorite potted plant to give. A step up from your average poinsettia, and they smell amazing. You can pick up bulbs at Lowes and grow yourself, or swing by your local Trader Joe’s- they always seem to have them around the holidays.

Looking for something more? No problem. I’ve got the answer for all budgets. Check out the hostess gifts that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Monogrammed Wine Stoppers– $34.95

2. Ikat Mini Bowl– $8.00 each

3. Celestial Coasters– $32

4. Nest Holiday Candles– $15- $30

5. Monogrammed Ice Bucke t– $60

6. Holiday Bouquet– $65

7. Monogrammed Butter Dish– $65

8. Bisol Prosecco– $22.99

9. Mr. & Mrs. Cocktail Glass Set– $18

10. Laguiole Steak Knives– $78

11. Hello Cupcake Cookboo k– $7.84 Pair it with a spatula and this.. wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a red grosgrain ribbon.

12. Stormy Nut Bowl– $3.95 each

12.06.10

Tis The Season: My Christmas List.

Mike and I never really do big gifts for each other for Christmas. We tell the girls at every holiday (Christmas, birthdays, Thanksgiving, etc.) that the only thing we want is peace and quiet. It has become a Salmon family joke…

K: “What’s the one thing that Mommy wants for Christmas?”

E: “Peace and quiet. But you’re not going to get it!”

We are also saving for our trip to Turks and Caicos in January, so that is Santa’s major gift to all of us. That being said, for all of his strengths, my husband does not have the best track record in the gift giving department. Generally on Christmas Eve I get the “Hey, I need to go run and errand” line. This year I am going to help him out.. and I know that he is a daily Kiki’s List reader, so there are no excuses, Michael Salmon. Here is a list of 12 things for you to select from, my love. I certainly don’t expect all of them, but I sure could use a few. A plethora of items to choose from! And truth be told, if I could get a clean and well-organized garage, I would forgo them all!

1. Narcisco Rodriguez Eau de Parfum– $104

2. In the Rough Earrings– $168

3.Buxom Mascara in Black– $18

4. Red Door Gift Card– Price varies

5. Slim Arons: Once Upon a Time– $53.55

6. NARS Blush in Orgasm– $26

7. Nandina Bamboo Towels in White- $65

8. Sunny Morning Stick Mixer– $19.99

9. Miz Mooz Amelia Boot- $219.95

10. Buxom Lips in Jessica– $18

11. 12 Horta Wine Glasses– $144

12. Chanel: Collections and Creations– $24.89

All of the beauty items are refills on my daily supplies.

Love these earrings. 1.) My birthstone is amethyst. 2.) They match an amethyst necklace that I picked up at a consignment shop in Venice perfectly!

Every year I ask for the same thing (besides peace and quiet) and that is a spa gift certificate so that I can get a massage and facial.

I have been waiting for Christmas to get new coffee table books… A great (easy) gift.

We are in desperate need of new towels, and I found these amazing bamboo towels at Valerianne made by a green company named Nandina. Nandina does not use chemical dye for coloring, their manufacturing plant is powered by wind and bamboo is considered a sustainable plant– very eco smart!

The bamboo towels are VERY absorbent, dry quickly and launder beautifully. The best part– no mold, mildew or bacteria can grow on bamboo so the towels will never get a musty smell to them.

I broke my magic wand mashing potatoes. In desperate need of a new one.

We received 12 red wine and 12 white wine glasses from Pottery Barn for our wedding. I think we are down to 4 white and 6 red. Not sure what happened there…..

I saw these boots on a coworker in California. I hunted her down and asked who made them.. Love.

11.30.10

Go For The Gold.

I am a bit of a traditionalist, so while red and green will always be front and center for my holiday decor, I have always infused a large amount of gold. I saw these shells in Martha Stewart Living, and they made me think of how I can incorporate even more gold into my home this Christmas.