10.25.10

Desperately Seeking Suzani.

Suzani


(also siuzane), an embroidered decorative panel of white, more rarely, colored, cotton fabric or silk, widely used for interior decoration by the peoples of Tadzhikistan and Uzbekistan. Characteristic designs for a suzani are rosettes, floral motifs, birds, and ancient magical symbols.

The Great Soviet Encyclopedia, 3rd Edition (1970-1979).


I can’t stop thinking about that gorgeous Donghia Suzani print that Rita St. Clair used in the Family Room at the WDC. In my opinion, this is a trend is not going away anytime soon. I think it’s a great fabric to put in my guest bedroom (when I can acquire the funds to redo it.)


I love, love, love the bold colors and abstract designs in these prints. Are any of you with me? If you choose to Go Suzani this fall, here are the pillows that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Suzani Jacquard Pillow– $295 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
2. Uzbek Cushion Cover– $69.50
3. Abstract Suzani- $72.80 ON SALE
4. Natori Suzani Bolster Pillow– $149.99 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
5. Mandarin Spice Suzani Pillow– $75 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
6. Ohara Suzani Pillow– $413 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
8. Suzani Pillow Cover– $50 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
9. Gold Suzani Pillow– $195 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
11. Suzani Sun– $250


10.22.10

Reader’s Choice.


Ok ladies (ahem.. and maybe a few gents) I need your help. I need a cocktail dress for a few events that I have coming up. Anyone that knows me knows that I love a good bargain, so know that I am not paying full price for either of these. (I have friends in low places.) Which do you think I should get? (Keep in mind that I am Italian, and I have the ass to prove it.) 😉


1.) Nanette Lepore Macrocain Dress– LOVE the lines on this dress. So sleek and sophisticated. Only worried about the straight skirt and how it accents my ASSets.
2.) BCBG MAXAZARIA Strapless Sequined Dress– So fun and frilly. This is typically the silhouette that I buy as it is most flattering for my body type.

10.22.10

She’s Gone Country.



Mike and I dream of one day having a lake house. A cozy cabin where our family can retreat on weekends. Ahhh, to dream……

 
I am a bit of a freak in the fact that every time I walk into a house, I think of how I would decorate it. Well, this is how I would decorate my lake house. Rustic is all the rage right now. Perhaps we should all find a way to incorporate some of these products into our homes this fall. I bought this round mirror last year and have it hanging in our basement over the mantle. Love it. Here are the rustic items that made it onto Kiki’s List:
 
2. 5 x 7″ Twig Frame– $139 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
3. Birch Bark Round Mirror– $305.80 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
5. Pinch Twig Cube– $1,185 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
6. Naturally Superior Twig Chandelier– $1,337 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
11. Sophia Arm Chair– $697 ON SALE
12. Jute Baskets– $39-$79

10.21.10

Take Another Looksie: Old Navy.






I started shopping at Old Navy when I was pregnant with E. They always had some great maternity clothes for a fraction of the price of other stores. After my babies were born, I continued shopping there for inexpensive children’s items with a bit of flair. Occasionally, I would find some nice pieces for myself, that were so cheap that I wouldn’t care if they got ruined, spit up on, etc.

Well, this fall Old Navy has taken a page out of the ole’ J. Crew book… on the cheap! I just bought a bucket load of items to dress my family for fall. I also picked up a few key fall items for myself. Want the best part? Today Old Navy is offering 25% off of your entire purchase with promo code ONSTYLE25. And, as always you get free shipping if you use your Old Navy, Banana Republic or Gap card. While I couldn’t swing ALL of these, here are the items that made it onto Kiki’s list:
1. Ruffle Collar Wool Blend Jacket– $59.50 ON SALE ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
2. Embellished Tank– $16.50 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
3. Tipped Cardigan– $16 ON SALE
4. Ruffled Keyhole Top– $24.50
5. Tweed Mini Skirt– $22.99 ON SALE
6. Ruffled Leather Jacket– $199 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
9. Ruffle Wool Blend Coat– $79.50 ON SALE
10. Fashion Bracelets– $7.99 ON SALE
11. Studed Faux-Leather Flats– $16.00 ON SALE
12. Sliver-Wedge Boots– $44.50 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE

10.20.10

Mad For Plaid.


If you were smarter than I was and saved all of your plaid shirts, scarves and blankets- dig them out stat. Tartan is back in a big way. I love a good tartan plaid. It reminds me of being a little girl. Plaid taffeta skirts, wool kilts. a cozy cashmere blanket. I’ll take any of them. While plaid decor will certainly not work in most of my home, I can certainly find a way to add a sprinkle of plaid, especially during the holidays. It seems that world has gone mad for plaid… and I like it! This is a trend that the entire family can get behind. Here are the plaid items that made it onto Kiki’s List:


1. Royal Stewart Cashmere Scarf– $67.15 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
3. Mack & Co. Ruffle Front Coat– $19.90 ON SALE ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
4. Scottish Kilt– $32
5. Tartan Bowtie– $26 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
9. Tartan Dessert Plates– $48 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
10. Plaid Shirt– $19.90
11. Plaid Penelope Coat– $54.99 ON SALE
12. Plaid Crinkle Scarf– $12.99

10.19.10

Gotta Love Mother Earth.

Images M.A. Belle, Designzz.com, Google Images, Google Earth

Most of you know by now that I am a bit of a Nazi about recycling. I have two children who I hope will be on this earth for a long time, and I’d like to do everything in my powers to keep it beautiful, sustainable and enjoyable for them.


Most of us recycle, but how many of us are well versed on the do’s and don’ts of recycling? If we are not doing it correctly, then why even bother? Here are some facts about what you can and can’t recycle:

What is Recyclable?

Paper Products.
(Must be dry) including junk mail, magazines, catalogs, office paper, shredded paper (should bag shredded paper), newspaper, cardboard and paper board.


Metal Cans, Glass Containers and Plastic Bottles.

This includes metal food and beverage cans, glass jars and bottles.

Types of plastics that may now be recycled include, clean plastic grocery bags, newspaper sleeves, dry cleaning bags and milk bottle tops. Containers, bottles and cans should be rinsed out, and the lids removed. As many of you know, the lids to your water bottles are not recyclable and should be thrown away. Labels do not need to be removed.
Items that CANNOT be recycled:

  • Foam (Try not to use.)

  • Light Bulbs

  • Window Glass

  • Cardboard with a waxy coating (Frozen dinner boxes, paper milk cartons, etc.)

  • Wire Hangers (Check with your local dry cleaners, they would be happy to accept these.)

  • Styrofoam (Try not to use.)
  • Packing Peanuts (Check with your local FedEx Kinkos of Post Office to see if they will reuse these.)
Thanks for listening to my little PSA. I am officially jumping off of my soap box now.