Can't Stop Playing...

BORN THIS WAY!! You either love her or hate her, but I can safely say I am a little monster for life. Yes, Lady Gaga is a little too weird/crazy sometimes but I love that she doesn't take herself seriously and stays true to who she is! This new album reminds me of the 80's but not in a cliche way -- it is rock and pop and is totally gaga. I can't say I love every song on the album, but the more I listen to it the more it grows on me! 

Just take a listen to this ear porn:

Anddd check out these shots below from the "Born This Way" digital booklet. FABOOSH.

[images via amazon, born this way digital booklet]

Map Time

Since I am moving into our new house sometime in the next week (still up in the air... don't get me started!) I realized that my roomies probably won't be bringing much to hang on the walls in the communal areas. So I've been browsing through my inspiration folders and I noticed I've been seeing a lot of map art lately! Whether they are cutouts or straight-up framed roadmaps, I love them ALL. An old map can add homey-ness to a space, while modern map art can add some fun and cute-ness.

wouldn't this be cute with all six of our hometowns in hearts? 

(it could definitely be DIY'd for much less than the hefty $400 price tag!!)

love this bright cutout map of Paris

[images via etsy, not on the high street, remodelista, high gloss, elle decor]

Thought I'd Share...

I was scrolling through Pinterest (as usual, since it is my new obsession) and saw this b-e-a-utiful cover of Eva Green on the cover of british bazaar. Simple & chic.

Big 'ole Lights

The designer that I'm interning for has a fabulous homey-sophisticated-yet-warm style and I've been trying to dissect it and learn as much as I can. One thing I noticed is that she uses a lot of oversized light fixtures. In a room with high ceilings, these large-scale lights bring a little humor and warmness to a space.

White Out

I am currently contemplating my room decor for next year. I am in college so I would like for it to be fun and girly, but at the same time it must be a space that feels soft and sophisticated so I can relax. I've been seeing lots of beautiful spaces with white bedding and (aside from screaming "SPILL SHIT ON ME!") I really like the idea.

Gorgeee, no?? It just looks so serene! Mixing textures and cream/white tones gives the space less of a mental-hospital feel. I'm also thinking about adding a bright and colorful headboard...

Or maybe some bright and cheery pillows...

I am just too indecisive to pick anything at the moment! Designers should never do their own spaces because they will never be finished. Urg.

Heaven in a Cupcake

We just got a Gigi's a few months ago and (despite my "Cupcake Card" being half full of stamps for going so much) there are still so many flavors to try! If you haven't been yet, take my advice: GO NOW. SERIOUSLY. RUN.

Not only are they adorable but they're delicious as well! We ordered 24 of the malt mini cupcakes for my friend's birthday this spring and they were too freakin adorable. Not only did they taste divine but they came complete with a little bitty straw and malted milk ball on top - just like the big version! 

 

I swoon for anything miniature. Check out these ADORABLE little tasters the other day at starbucks, too!!! It's an obsession, really...

Getting back to the point of this post - I really appreciate the thought behind their marketing. Each cupcake comes in a sweet little light green box sealed with a Gigi's sticker. The boxes, stickers, and overall look of the cupcakes just so darn cute!

Getting Ready for 'Roo

BONNAROO 2011. Nuff said. Only 11 more days!! And in preparation for the festival I watched one of my all-time favorite movies: Almost Famous. Since 70's trends are in style this year, this movie is perfect for inspiration! I can't wait to bring out my inner Penny Lane!!!

Summer Lovin'

It is almost June and the weather here is hot and muggy!! While I wish I was somewhere like this drinking a mimosa and sunbathing my troubles away...

... I have to be here in the real world with a job and an internship. Don't get me wrong - I am thankful for both and appreciate each of them! But a vacay sometime soon is a necessity. Srsly.