Blonder Ambitions

Category: Lists

  • Lust List – New Year Edition

    Make just one more teeny-tiny oh-so-important New Year’s Resolution: stock your closet with the necessities by the end of this month.  With these beauties in tow, you’re ready for anything.  And your basic wardrobe is nearly complete.

    1. The Perfect Black Heel. Daytime or Nighttime.  Work or Party. Christian Louboutin, Yolanda. $825
    2. The Perfect Dark Denim. Straight Leg. Casual or Dressy. Citizens of Humanity, Elson-Passion. $188
    3. The Perfect LBD. Good for any occasion.  BR Monogram Crinkle Crossover Dress. $150
    4. The Perfect Navy Blazer. Eddie Bauer Wool Gabardine Blazer. $149
    5. The Perfect White V-Neck T-Shirt. With jeans. A suit. A mini skirt. So versatile. Romeo & Juliet Couture White Slub Cotton V-Neck Pocket T-Shirt. $70
    6. The Perfect Way to Do Animal Print. A surprising, sexy, and classic touch. Pour la Victoire pony hair ‘Bliss’ platform pumps. $273
    7. The Perfect Sunglasses. They go with everything. Prada Brown Tortoise Sunglasses. $245
    8. The Perfect Perfume. Universal. Sexy, but sweet. And… it’s Chanel. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle. $90
    9. The Perfect Accessory. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. 1ct Diamond Stud Earrings. $1,950

  • Lust List – Holiday Edition


    1. Love Potion Dress $119.99 ModCloth
    2. Antique Rose Gold and Opal Ring $98 Juicy Couture
    3. Range Rover Supercharged $101,465 Land Rover
    4. Vain and Glorious Lip Bag $36 MAC Cosmetics
    5. Poppy Tartan Overnight Satchel $378 Coach
    6. Lux Velour Robe $85 Betsey Johnson
    7. Fendi ‘Deco’ Bow Trim Pump $685 Nordstrom
    8. Layered Rosette Sheen Dress $32.80 Forever 21
    9. Mirrored Vanity/Desk $2,110 Neiman Marcus
    10. Cluster Bib Silk Dress in Berry $32.80 Forever 21

  • Fabulous Four

    ♥ The Juicy Couture tuberose candle. Gorgeous, romantic, posh. ♥

    ♥ Using the packaging from a Chanel splurge as room decor. ♥

    ♥ A new sequined cami and leopard print dress just in time for the holidays. ♥

    ♥ Frames with personality and filled with memories to spruce up a desk space. ♥

  • Room Lust – Office

    Mind you, my office is in a nook… So I need high impact and lots of organization in a small space.  Currently, the nook is in a state of flux and in desperate need of being redesigned.

    I have what I need at this point (a million zebra print pens, my 27″ iMac, a vintage chalkboard, and always always always a crystal vase with pink roses from the local Farmer’s Market)… But I want it to be perfect as this is where I spend most of my workday.  I think that wallpaper and a few bold statement pieces are the perfect solution.

    1. Simply Shabby Chic Classic Computer Desk $269.99
    Simple with a ton of space. Perfect for working on my blog… and my book(s).
    2. Simply Shabby Chic Crystal Candlestick Table Lamp $44.99
    Perfect for providing light (and sparkle) into the wee small hours of the morning… when I do my best work.
    3. Paeonia Wallpaper $148
    Color, design, and impact. Great for making a tiny space pop.
    4. Bird and Floral Print Slipper Chair $299.99
    I’ve never been a big believer in the standard ergonomic desk chair. Give me something cozy and a fabric with some personality.
    5. Doily Rug $598
    Adorable way to define your space. And the correct space in which to use a circular rug.
    6. Monogrammed Mug, Missus “K” $3.95
    Don’t let anyone steal your coffee mug.
    7. Provencal Biscuit Canister $28
    Do something unexpected by hiding your pens in a jar intended for the kitchen.
    8. Costume Jewlry Magnets $32
    I have a metal filing cabinet that I painted an antique white next to my desk.  These feminine magnets could be used on the metal surface in a stylish way.
    9. Tocca Boed Candles – Cleopatra $36
    Scent can be really inspiring.  Especially a scent named Cleopatra (I mean, come on, sex goddess and woman ruler).
    10. Flowering Twig Pencil $5
    With a pencil this pretty, there is no excuse to jot down your thoughts.

  • Current Obsession: Betsey Johnson Heel

    Ah, Betsey Johnson, you little vixen… You’ve done it again.  And just in time for your Black Friday 40% off of everything sale… I’ve been counting down the days.  Meaning that these shoes… originally $235… marked down already to $117.50… Will only cost $70.50! I love a good deal as much as the next girl…  These just might be the shoes on my feet when I lean in for my New Year’s kiss… Uh-maz-ing.  Want em? Click and shop, baby.

  • Must Haves for the Perfect Fall Face, You Little Autumn Siren

    Fall is the perfect time for a soft glow… Don’t forgo the bronzer, you saucy minx… Just sweep it on lightly over your cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead.  Make your face pop by brushing a shimmery autumnal coral on the apples of your cheeks.  A smoky eye that incorporates browns, golds, and olive instead of the predictable black is an unexpected sultry look. Don’t forget to wing out the tips of your liner (sex kitten alert) and a few falsies just on the corners of your lashes.  Red lips are a beautiful fall statement… Make sure you line your lips first or the bright red will run.  No messy mouth for you, especially on that perfect face of yours.  Top your lips and tips with a glossy red and you’re ready to go xoxo

    1. Bare Escentuals SPF 15 Foundation $25 Sephora
    2. Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder in Light $33 Sephora
    3. Nars Blush in Deep Throat $26 Sephora
    4. Lorac Color Me Couture Eye Shadow Palette $37 Sephora
    5. Dior Style Liner in Noir Black $32 Sephora
    6. Givenchy Phenomen’Eyes Mascara in Black $29 Sephora
    7. Sephora Collection Flirt-It Lash Duo $8 Sephora
    8. Nars Lipliner Pencil in Jungle Red $20 Sephora
    9. Givenchy Roughe Interdit Satin Lipstick in Absolutely Irresistable Red $28 Sephora
    10. Dior Addict Ultra Gloss in Little Red Dress $26.50 Sephora
    11. Givenchy Vernis Please! Nail Lacquer in Vintage Garnet $15 Sephora

    Here I am {left} sporting the aforementioned look during a night out on the town… Check out my bronzed beach goddess of a sister {right}

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