"If Only..."

So, on my day off, I had a huge urge to shop! Unfortunately, my bank account does not agree with me so I began to "if only..." shop. Immediately I went to NeimanMarcus.com for all my fantasy items. I noticed that i was picking the same or very similar items. This, although already known, helped me identify my personal style. I have classic, simple, timelessly stylish taste. Designers such as Lela Rose, Carolina Herrera, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karen, Gucci, and Michael Kors (to name a few) get me. These designers know what i want an never fail to impress and leave me salivating. Sheath dresses, voluminous skirts, wrap dresses, structured blazers, nothing to over the top (tells you something about my personality, right?). Enjoy the jewels i found, try not to drool on the keyboard!

A New Day

I woke up this morning in a great mood. I usually hit the snooze button at least 2 time before rushing to get dressed and out the door, completely neglecting to supple my body with any nourishment. But today was different. My alarm went off, i lay there for about 3 minutes then out of bed. Watched the morning news, made some hot cocoa and got dressed. It's a glorious time of year! I love seeing the red and green decorations and hearing the Christmas music. Instant good mood! I have 6 days until i fly home and see my family for the first time in a year. Way to long! I am defiantly looking forward to it. I may lead a very dull life (work, school, sleep) but even I need a break.

I have also come into a different mind frame for the new chapter that is currently unfolding in my life. I am ready for love! I have neglected this aspect of my life for far to long. Since i can be honest with you I'll let you know, it's been five years since I've had an actual love interest. Don't get me wrong I've had celeb crushes, one in particular, but i need a real life connection to another. I've been so focused on school and my career that i have actively neglected my love life, well no more (hopefully there's a great guy out there just waiting for me to say this!). So, I'm getting a new do and a new mindset. Santa, can you put him under my Christmas tree tonight?

What's your dream?

When i awoke this morning, bright eyed and bushy tailed (literally, you should see my hair in the morning!), I couldn't get this blog off my mind. This blog could be the door opening to my dreams coming true. So, if it is, what is my dream? What make me excited to get out of bed in the morning? Honestly, tv. True. I love food network, hgtv, fine living, diy, style network (circa 2003), travel channel, etc. I adore "lifestyle" programs. My dream, you ask, is to work with, on , or in these networks or programs that focus on lifestyle. Samantha Brown, I want her job. Sarah Richardson, I want to be her bff. Alton Brown, I want to be my mentor. Scripps Network, make room!

While on that note, writing or researching for a lifestyle magazine would be a dream. Lucky, Bazaar, Martha Stewart, House Beautiful, Metropolitan Homes, Brides, Conde Nast Traveler, etc., all exciting options.

Now I pose a question to you, where do i start? There is nothing worse than having an idea of what you want to do but no true direction as to how to make that happen. I've been told numerous time that networking is the only way to get where you want to be, so friends, think of me if you have any contact, ideas, or suggestions!