weekend

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I’m glad it’s the weekend! I have bit plans to lay low, get to a Zumba class, pick up my apartment, calling my wonderful Mommy!, and hopefully cross a couple things off my 101 in 1001 list. I haven’t done a weekend links post in a few weeks, but here are some that have caught my attention recently.

Making the most of your weekend.

This 16 year old girl took photos of herself dressed in each decade from 1920’s onward.

Entrepreneur Magazine has some really interesting articles about the most trusted brands and their secrets.

Elle Decor’s 10 things you should own for your home before 30 andArchitectural Digest’s photos of Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonan’s homeon Shelter Island. 

Electrolux’s Now you’re Cooking Blog.

An interesting article about first born children—I’m a big believer in birth order theories.

wed / modern cake

This graphic cake is #thebomb. While I probably wouldn’t go so graphic for my own wedding, I would love to work with a couple who loves this style. Modern for sure! Check out the designer and the whole wedding here.

decorate / bookshelves

Back in February I blogged about wanting to wall mount shelving in my living room. The more I thought about the cost and logistics though, the more I realized that wall mounting on my old walls might not be the best option. As I hunted for an affordable bookshelf that offered plenty of storage AND wasn’t too bulky, I kept circling back to the often hacked and paintedIkea Vittsjo.

I’m happy to report that not only did I successfully assemble the shelves 100% by myself, but I am in love with how it looks (sneak peaks on Instagram). Now I just have to finish styling them! Here’s a little inspiration I’ve collected:

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I love the gold leafed/painted Vittsjos in the last photo. I’m contemplating silver leaf painting mine, but decided to live with the black metal for a bit before committing. I’m sure more styling updates will come on Instagram!

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can't stop listening to / lana del rey

I know it’s not a new song, but I can’t stop listening to Lana Del Rey’s “Young and Beautiful”. I liked it when it first was released, but after watching Gatsby for the first time a couple weeks ago, I have a whole new love affair with her song. I also really love "American". Happy listening!