all in or nothing

This month I am in the midst of a challenge! Inspired by my friend and fellow blogger, Gillian, I have taken on the task of photo-documenting my outfit each day in February. For most bloggers out there this is a normal everyday occurrence but for me it honestly feels a bit strangely self indulgent and time consuming. Gillian's reason for doing the challenge was to force herself to utilize her wardrobe and stay creative even when feeling cold & lazy during the dregs of winter. Those are reasons I can get behind! And since starting this I have also noticed my dressing room is way more tidy and organized. Bonus! I plan on posting my entire challenge here on Come Spy With Me at some point by the end of this month. For now I will give you my first five days. If you would like to follow the both of us on this fashion journey you can do that here, at ALL IN. I am also working on a simultaneous photography challenge to this month that you can peek at on my other blog, The Peregrine Papers. Wish me luck!

sparkle and shine

rabbit rabbit and happy friday dear readers! and yay for the first day of april, which in my mind means spring! here's a bit of glitz to get you off on the good foot for the weekend! i myself will be attending one or more of the various first friday art gallery events that happen monthly in different locales throughout the city. i hope to include a review in an upcoming post!

reflections on a gem

I have always had a fascination with Elizabeth Taylor and have been a fan of her work. There is something about her that can be both mysterious and approachable, queenly yet down to earth. Throughout her life and career she seems to have been both a real professional and also known how to truly live life and have fun. I am especially fond of her during the 60's & 70's, aka The Burton Years. It was during that time she seemed most happy and did some of her most daring and interesting film work. Liz was a nurturer, great beauty, fashion icon, romantic, entrepreneur, and a woman of intelligence and strength. She is an all around inspiration. She may be missed but her memory and image will always live on.