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Straight Shade.

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Hey Dolls! Memorial Day is upon us and with it the beginning of summer. The list of must-haves for the season is endless, but at the top of mine is the perfect sunglasses. What defines perfect? Style and substance. They must look fabulous – for me, the bigger, the better. But equally as important – that they must keep those pesky UV-rays at bay. Yep, vanity be thy name.

My choice? Chanel Signature Oversized Square frames in homage to one Mrs.Kennedy-Onassis.

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But for my Dolls, I want to share my other faves for the season. I’m giving you a little of everything from a Classic Rayban Aviator, a trendy take on the Wayfarer in tortoise, to an avante-garde shield frame from Chanel. Whatever your taste, peep the haute-ness below!

The Celine Marta.

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Prada Oversized Glam.

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The Classis Rayban Aviator.

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Dior Lady Lady 1.

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And for you more daring Dolls …

The Chanel Butterfly Acetate Frames Embellished with Pearls.

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Have a fun-filled holiday!

Until Then | Keep Sharing the Pretty,

The Pretty Domestic

You Are Cordially Invited to Champagne Sunday … Style My Bar Cart!

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Hey Dolls! | Yep, it’s been a minute. No excuses  – sometimes life gets in the way. But, I’m back with a Champagne Sunday twist. I’ve been noticing a trend that not only do I want to reproduce in my home, but I want to share with you – the styled bar cart! I’ve been seeing them everywhere, with suggestions on what constitutes a fully stocked bar cart. And not any old piece of furniture, on which you decide to sit your cocktails and glasses; but swanky showpieces that compliment your home decor.

Whether your taste is vintage inspired, or modern and glam. Whether you’re a French 75 kinda Doll, or a most modern mixologist maven, serve your cocktails on a bar cart with guaranteed high-proof panache! Peep the pics for some bar cart inspiration.

The Holloway Bar Cart. 

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Source | Society Social

Simple Bar Cart.

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Source | Best Friends For Frosting

The Triple Trolley Bar Cart.

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Source | Chinoiserie Chic

Minimalist Turquoise Bar Cart.

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Source | Style Me Pretty

Wicker Outdoor Bar Cart.

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Source | Neiman Marcus

But, your bar cart is not complete until it’s perfectly stocked. Here are some bar cart essentials to have on hand when planning  your next soiree, compliments of The Matchbook.

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Until Then, Cheers!

Keep Sharing the Pretty! | The Pretty Domestic

The Must-Haves: Snob Essentials Jewel Box

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must-have \ˈməst-ˌhav\ –n

1. an essential possession: the Snob Essentials Jewel Box Bag

–adj

2. essential: a must-have spring bag

Hello Dolls! So, I stumbled across this “must-have” during a recent Instagram binge and immediately fell in love. A quick search and voila, the Snob Essentials Jewel Box, from Snob Essentials.

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It’s the absolute cutest cross-body bag with a chain, available of all places on HSN! (I know! I too was surprised.)

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It’s also available in yellow, pink, and white. Swoon!

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Will you be ordering one for Spring? It’s a MUST-HAVE!

Until Then, Keep Sharing the Pretty! | The Pretty Domestic

You are Cordially Invited to Champagne Sunday!

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Happy Sunday Dolls! You know what day it is; and in keeping with the “love month” theme, Piper Champagne MinisI’m sharing one of my favorite Champagne Sunday libations. Piper-Heidsieck Champagne.

These deep red, little lovelies are packaged in fours; and yes they are sold with the adorable sipping straws.

Piper has also merged with world of fashion, when in 1999, Jean-Paul Gaultier made a stir by dressing the bottle in a red vinyl corset, with delicate lace detailing on its curves. Its curvy silhouette, more sensual than ever, became an iconic object of daring luxury, boldly on-trend. The face-to-face with creativity continues at the regular rhythm of inspired collaborations. The most audacious designers are invited to challenge the established order with, always, the same standards of excellence.

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  Until then; keep sharing the pretty!

  L.

  The Pretty Domestic

 

Source: Piper-Heidsieck Champagne


Je T’aime!

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Hello Dolls! It’s Valentine’s Day! So, whether you being pampered, or pampering yourself, do so in grand style!

And, if you’re doing a little last minute Valentine’s Day shopping, peep The Pretty Domestic Love List:

Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour Rouge Rubis

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Tom Ford Scarlett Rouge Lip Color

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Hunter Original Tall Gloss Rain Boots | “Wellies”

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Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Zippy Wallet

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 Jo Malone Red Roses Bath Oil

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‘Japonica – Goji Tarocco Orange’ Three-Wick Candle

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Until Then,

L.

The Pretty Domestic

The Must-Haves: Mischo Beauty Nail Lacquer

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must-have \ˈməst-ˌhav\ –n

1. an essential possession: the Mischo Beauty “Brave is Beautiful Collection” is the must-have fall nail lacquer

–adj

2. essential: a must-have luxe nail lacquer

Hi Dolls! You know I love beauty products and when I find a good one, I’m loyal. If you recall, last November I introduced you to Mischo Beauty, a luxe nail lacquer, after attending the DC launch of the line – Pretty New ~ Mischo Beauty Luxury Nail Lacquer. The inaugural line, Fashion Week, was so fab with colors aptly named The Tents, Front Row, Invite Only, and #NYFW that I wanted to check back in almost a year later to see what’s new in nails.

Fashion WeekI reached out to beauty brainchild, Kitiya Mischo King, who graciously agreed to give us a peek into what going on with Mischo Beauty and fall nail trends. Peep the deets below.

mbPD. Last time we saw you was in November at the Washington, DC launch of Mischo Beauty. Tell us what’s been going on with your line since then?

K. We’ve been working tirelessly to grow the brand!  We are now available at The Emerald Door (www.emeralddoorsalon.com) in Silver Spring, MD – which is our first retail account.  We’ve also launched two new collections – “The Icons Collection” for Spring 2014 and “The Brave is Beautiful Collection” for Fall 2014.

PD. If I recall, Mischo Beauty Nail Lacquer is “5 Free.” Remind us what that means and why it’s important?

K. The term “5 FREE” means that the nail lacquer formulation does not contain the following toxins: formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, DBP, toluene or camphor.  These toxins can cause some ugly side effects such as nausea, light-headedness, headaches, and more. They’ve even been linked to cancer and birth defects.

PD. Let’s get to what’s important. What’s on trend for nails this fall? Colors, shapes, lengths? Is the long pointy nail still in?

K. Our favorite trends for Fall 2014 include winter pastels, tonol dressing (from head to toe), metallics and knits in every variation (dresses, jumpsuits, jackets, pants, etc) and the new Fall 2014 collection pairs well with them all! As far as nail shape and length are concerned – yes, we’re definitely still seeing the “stiletto” nail!

PD. What about a couple of tips for maintaining healthy nails.

K. Our absolute favorite tip is the fact that a healthy body results in healthy nails!  It’s important to make sure you’re exercising, maintaining a balanced diet full of green vegetables, drinking a minimum of 8 glasses of water daily, taking a multivitamin and getting adequate sleep!

PD. I know that all of the Mischo Beauty Nail Lacquer colors are your babies. But do you have a favorite? What are you featuring in your line for the fall?

K. Honestly, I love them all!  The Fall 2014 “The Brave is Beautiful Collection” includes four new, daring, 5-free shades which are a tribute to the bold choices of women who curate fabulous lives in the face of challenge.  Determination never looked so good.

PD. Will you be expanding Mischo Beauty to other beauty products in the future?

K. Yes! We are working on launching a full collection of color cosmetics to be released in the very near future.  Please stay tuned!

Thanks Kitiya! We sure will! We look forward to chatting with you again soon!Brave is Beautiful

 

L to R: FAIT ACCOMPLI (NUDE): Boss babes never sleep since luxury does not come cheap. #youdidTHAT; CATWALK (CONCRETE GRAY): Calm, cool and fearless. Life is your runway. The world steps aside for a woman who knows her mission; RUN THE WORLD (BLACKEST BLACK): You never tire of the beautiful life and you are not afraid to grab it by the horns. Shape shifting and magic are your specialties; and PHENOMENON (METALLIC RED BLACK): Your favorite position? CEO. Naturally, the world hangs on your every extraordinary move.

About Kitiya.

Until Then,

L.

The Pretty Domestic

You Are Cordially Invited to Champagne Sunday … I’ll Have What She’s Having!

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Today’s Champagne Sunday comes to you with a twist. I thought it would be fun to try some cocktail recipes courtesy of our fav stars. In other words, over the next couple of weeks, we’ll have what she (or he) is having. First up, “The Big O,” Oprah Winfrey!

Oprah has about five “go-to” libations, the Moscow Mule, Pomegranate Martini, Frozen TangOrita, Oh Mai Mai Juice, and the Legends Lemon Drop Martini, which we are featuring today.

imageAptly named the Legends Lemon Drop Martini because “O” served this cocktail during her 2005 Legends Ball. Peep the mixology below.

Oprah’s Legends Lemon Drop Martini

Serving Size: 2

Ingredients:

  • Juice of six lemons
  • 4 tablespoons of sugar
  • 6 fresh mint leaves
  • 4 shots of vodka
  • Ice in shaker
  • 1 sugar rimmed martini glass

The Mixology. Mix lemon juice, sugar and vodka in a martini shaker filled with ice. Shake well and pour into a sugar-rimmed martini glass. Garnish with mint and enjoy! Chin, chin!

While you are sipping on your Legends Lemon Drop Martini, enjoy scenes from Oprah’s Legends Ball.

Until Then,

L.

The Pretty Domestic

Where Fashion Meets Fitness

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Hey Dolls!

I have been working diligently on amping up my fitness game. Earlier this year I began running, May 5th to be exact. And, am proud to announce that I ran my first official 5K on June 22nd. Yep, I finished and with a respectable time. I have definitely become addicted to running, and of course shopping for running gear.

My go-to running gear is Under Amour, compliments of an early summer haul from their sample sale. Even still, I always have an eye out for stylish workout ensembles. Enter Net-A-Porter.

Net-A-Porter is an online luxury retailer. A fabulous repository of high-end/designer ready-to-wear. Recently, scrolling through their Instagram page for some mindless entertainment, I stumbled across a video post entitled The 7-Day Body Reboot under the #netasporter.

The 7-Day Body Reboot is a series videos from Nike Master Trainer Joslyn Thompson and nutritional expert Rosemary Ferguson. These Dolls partnered with Net-A-Porter to create a week of workouts and health-boosting recipes designed to train and tone the body.

Of course, Net-A-Porter is going to ensure you stay fashionable during your workouts, so they also introduced Net-A-Sporter. Net-A-Sporter is “sportswear as chic as everything else in your closet. Smart tennis looks that are anything but traditional, precision running pants, yoga and dance clothes you can really move in and a dedicated area for après-workout – this is sport with style.” Love! Finally, they’ve also included the best in health and beauty products.

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A love that Net-a-Porter recognizes that beauty is an inside out proposition. No need to look good, if you don’t feel good! Bravo Net-A-Porter!

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Until Then,

L.

The Pretty Domestic

You Are Cordially Invited to Champagne Sunday!

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Sadly, tomorrow is the last day of Summer. It’s a little overcast in my neck of the woods, but I am determined to send the season out in style. We are grilling this evening and I have the ingredients on hand for the perfect end-of-Summer cocktail.

I recently sipped on a Cucumber Martini when my Doll Rebecca whipped up a batch during our vacation to Martha’s Vineyard. It’s the perfect drink for a warm day, crisp and refreshing. Peep the mixology.

Cucumber Martini

Cucumber Martini

  • 2 oz. vodka
  • 3 slices of cucumber
  • 1/2 oz. simple syrup
  • Lemon or lime

The Mixology. Muddle the cucumber really well in shaker. Add vodka, simple syrup, and lemon. You can substitute for lime. Add ice and shake well. Strain into a martini glass and enjoy.

Chin, chin!

Until Then,

L.

The Pretty Domestic

Do the Clothes Make the Doll?

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Or, does the Doll make the clothes? We will find out soon enough. Why? Because Kerry Washington has teamed up with “Scandal,” Costume Designer, Lyn Paolo and Elliot Staples, Head of Design for The Limited, Inc.  to create a line in homage to the beautiful clothes worn by our favorite “fixer,” Olivia Pope. Check out Ms. Washington and the designers talking about the inspiration for the collection.

What to expect? 78 polished Olivia-esque pieces ranging from $49 to $250, including chic capes, coats, and smart pants suits. Here’s a sneak peek at the Scandal collection, to debut in The Limited stores and online next week.

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So for you “gladiators in suits,” do the clothes make the Doll; or does the Doll (Kerry Washington) make the clothes? What say you?

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Don’t forget to tune into the season premiere of Scandal on Thursday, September 25th!

Images: The Limited & The New York Times

Until Then,

L.

The Pretty Domestic