Mo Pink, Please

Well this pink theme could not have come at a better time seeing as my friends Bailey and Pete just found out they're having a baby girl! Congratulations to them both.

And yay for all things girly! Like this pink and zebra apartment that was featured in the premiere issue of High Gloss Magazine. Designed by Erin Gates, this Boston bachelorette pad wears its femininity on its sleeve, from the pink couch and zebra rug to the lucite accents and Saarinen tulip table. The faded greys and pinks are accented by punches of black, and everything from the furniture to the custom artwork follows this color theme. I know I'd have the girls over for dinner and game night every week if this was the space I got to entertain in.

photography by Sarah Winchester

"It tastes like PINK!"

A couple things to discuss.

1. Last night's episode of Glee was hands down my favorite episode since the pilot. I was laughing nonstop at all the great, ridiculous but insightful dialogue, including:

"Like the pop artist Ke - dollar sign - ha." - Principal Figgins

"Do you mean Ke$ha?" - Will Schuester

or Finn's analysis of drunk females that went something like this:

"Girls fall into certain archetypes when they get drunk... exhibit A, we have the weepy, hysterical drunk; then there's the angry girl drunk; the girl-who-turns-into-a-stripper drunk; the happy girl drunk; and finally, we come full circle to you, Rachel Berry, the needy girl drunk."

I think we can all relate.

or when Kurt explains to Rachel, "Blaine is the first in a long line of conflicted men that you will date that will later turn out to be only the most flaming of homosexuals."

and my favorite line from last night that came from the mouth of Miss Rachel Berry as she sipped (chugged) her wine cooler and exclaimed, "It tastes like PINK!"

Which brings me to my second point. I. LOVE. PINK.

It's as though I'm seeing this delicious color for the first time. It's everywhere - interiors, fashion, accessories, graphic design - and I want it in my life. Nay. I need it in my life.

But I don't love just any pink. There's hot pink, salmon pink, coral, and many other various shades... but no. These are not the pinks that do it for me. I like pink that whispers in your ear. That makes you feel as sweet and feminine and it looks. A blush pink, if you will. Behold.

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A Happy Ending

Kai is home.

Thank you to everyone for your support and help. Just a few hours after I arrived home to Chicago this morning, Andrea called with the good news that Kai had been found, thanks to a post on CraigsList and an animal-loving neighbor. Poor guy was lost in their neighborhood, but he made it through a tough Michigan snow storm. His paws are in bad shape, and he's a bit skittish and exhausted, but he's home.

Happy, happy ending. Now everyone go hug their pet. And if you don't have a pet, do yourself a favor and get one. They're the best.

Pinteresting. Very pinteresting...

Have you heard of Pinterest? It's pretty much the new Twitter. A virtual inspiration board where bloggers go to play. You can save and organize images that inspire you, follow your friends, link to your favorite sites, and create gift guides. How does it differ from a blog? A lot less work. No resizing images. No long commentary. It's simple and sweet. See something you like online, click "Pin it" from your bookmarks, categorize it, and donezo. It's added to your list of images. Look how pretty my Pinboard is turning out already! Can you spot my all-time favorite crush, Pacey Witter? Sigh.

Anywhoozlebees. Feel free to join and follow me at LCYblog. The site just started though so you have to apply to belong. No worries. An invite should arrive in your inbox within a few days.

Happy Pinning!

LOST DOG: Please help.

My sister and brother-in-law's dog, Kaius, ran away last night.

He is very large but very sweet.

We are in Grand Rapids, Michigan. If you are located in Michigan, nearby, or know anyone who is - PLEASE, please, please forward this on to them. Email me at alaina.lcy@gmail.com.

He is about 80lbs, mixed breed but resembles a lab, light brown with a white chest. He was wearing a thick black collar and leash when he took off. He does not have tags on but he is microchipped. He rarely barks, but he might jump. He is unbelievably sweet and gentle.

Please help.

Thank you.

UDPATE!!! Tuesday, 2.22.11

Kaius has been found. He's being taken to the vet right now.

Another update will follow. Thanks, again, everyone for your help. And thank you, Craig, for creating your List, without which, we may have never found Kai.

Fashion vs Furnishings | 2.18.11

flats | pan

THE CHALLENGE:

Spotted ballet flats or French copper cookware.

You have $190. Which do you buy?