Seeing Spots: I told you I love tortoise.

Go on. Add a little tortoise to your life.

As I mentioned yesterday, I am getting the flats; but J.Crew's closed-toe patent tortoise heels are all too perfect for getting dressed up in this looming cold weather.

It's all in the details. Spice up any outfit with

J.Crew's skinny tortoise belt.

Woah, Mamasita. Well, at least these Gucci flats are on discount. Kind of.

Love the tortoise watches from Macy's. Just saw my sis today, and she was rockin' the Michael Kors on the right.

Here's a wardrobe staple: tortoise shell sunglasses. Kind of like the perfect LBD or tailored white button-down. You can't go wrong with a pair of these. Try some shades from Ray Ban or from Target.

Go old-school with this vintage tortoise bangle...

...or these vintage tortoise hoop earrings available on Etsy.

For the home, I am loving this tortoise shell lamp. Just imagine the 'oomph!' it would give a living room, dining room, office, bedroom...

Would love to see these Highball glasses on a table mixed with all-white dishes and some gold chargers.

This West Elm tortoise tumbler is currently on sale $4.99 a piece!

I have a feeling the photo quality doesn't do this set justice. The Pitcher and glasses are from EBay.

*photos via J.Crew, bluefly, Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Target, Impulse Enterprises, eCrater, and EBay*

A Happy Kitchen

I saw this image of exposed shelving lined with colorful, mismatched dishware and it made me smile. What a happy kitchen! Think of all the bright colors to choose from instead of grabbing the same white plate every day (not that an all-white kitchen isn't gorgeous). But I think this type of dishware is perfect for all the female readers I know. Especially those, like myself, who can't quite muster up the energy (or courage) to cook. Think of how much more you'd enjoy your meal if it's served on something like this?

Where does one find such beautiful, colorful, bohemian dishware?

One word.

Anthropologie.

I adore the ikat bowls, athough I wish they did some in lighter shades.

Need an A mug for my morning tea. Or to sit atop my desk filled with white pencils.

Is that server real??? Yes, my friends. Yes, it is.

Think of how gorgeous these teal and red pieces would look together on a table?