Jazmin Berakha

See Ya January

Are you guys on instagram? It's safe to say I'm addicted. Since I started using it, I've noticed that I appreciate little things (like a view of the skyline after a late night at the library) that I might not have otherwise taken the time to enjoy. Any app that promotes slowing down and taking time to savor the simple joys in life is worthy of an addiction in my eyes. Here are a few of my favorite snapshots from the past month. Can you believe February is almost here? We've still got one more day left of January, though, so make it count! :)

Outdoor Envy

 

Now this is my kind of campsite. 

styled by Katrine Martenson-Larsen photography by Stuart McIntyre

Alexandra's Kitchen

I recently discovered Alexandra's Kitchen via pinterest and can't get enough of her unexpected flavor combinations (nectarine pizza? yes please!), the beautiful photography, and most of all her commitment to sustainability. She has inspired me to join a CSA Program (something I have long been meaning to do) and I can't wait to pick up my first box next week! If you live in the U.S. and are interested in joining a program, visit Local Harvest. And be sure to check out Alexandra's Kitchen for some new recipes to add to your arsenal.

Her and There

Drama. Intrigue. Glamour. 

Black. 

That's just a little commercial concept I created for the color black. Think he'll hire me? 

Seriously, though, how gorgeous is that photo of Kate B? and that bathroom has been on my mind for weeks...

This and That

For avid readers and design enthusiasts, Lovely Book Covers hits the spot
Rachel Pally and Kevin Circosta's house tour via apartment therapy
An adorable colorful wedding via Oh Joy!
Some awesomely creative business cards from Alt via Camille Styles
Typographic prints by Matthew Kavan Brooks via Miss Moss
The Top 21 albums of 2011 from 120 Top 10 lists (and a Spotify playlist!) via Information is Beautiful 
Yvonne Estrada via Pattern Pulp
A cute homemade calendar via adore more
All of the nominees of Fubiz's photography awards
If there was such thing as a princess convention it'd probably look something like backstage at Elie Saab Haute Couture via Studded Hearts
this easy awesome dish we cooked for dinner last night - delicious!

Ana Montiel

Love these illustrations Ana Montiel did for Nina Ricci. They remind me of kaleidoscopes. The rest of her portfolio is equally awesome:

Be sure to check out her shop, too!

Under $50: Luxe Neutrals

1. UO classic menswear watch $29 2. Hive & Honey tobago wedge boot $39.97 3. UO oversized cat eye sunglasses $16 4. Forever 21 faux fur stole $24.80 5. Old Navy printed crew neck pullover $20 6. TopShop foil crinkle cami $36 7. TopShop tortoiseshell bangle $25 8. Forever 21 horn collar necklace $12.80 9. H&M skirt £14.99