Green Acres Meets Paris

“I Have a Dream…”: Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.

January 16, 2017 2 Comments

Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream… A dream of peace, freedom, and hope. Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and many people around the United States have honored the legacy of this man. I am reminded of the Oscar-nominated movie, Selma, about the march from Selma, Ala., to Montgomery, Ala., in 1965, to secure equal voting rights, Martin Luther King Jr.’s words ring true as much today as they did in 1965. {Images borrowed from 1 // 2 } You can read Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I have a dream” speech HERE. Yours Truly, Vanessa

All Things Fashion, Style

Celebrating National Hat Day Today

January 15, 2017 2 Comments

I bet you didn’t know that today is National Hat Day! And in honor of this holiday, I’m celebrating by strapping on my motorcycle helmet and taking my Vespa out for a ride later this afternoon, while my husband rides his Harley Davidson. National Hat Day, which is a holiday you won’t find on any calendar, is always celebrated on January 15th. Did you know that more body heat is lost from your head than any other body part? “National Hat Day is not intended to just keep your noggin warm. Its a chance to make a statement and to […]

Favorite Things, Good Reads, Life

Links I Love

January 14, 2017 No Comments

I know I have touted the awesomeness of Bloglovin’ before, but it truly is one of the main websites I go to to read some wonderful blogs. I also subscribe to and enjoy reading several blogs, and I am always excited to get their daily and/or weekly newsletters. So in the spirit of sharing, here are some link I love right now. January Reading List – Damsel in Dior Jacey Dupree’s reading lists always has a great selection and this month’s reading list is no different. I’m actually looking forward to reading Cat Marnell’s “How to Murder Your Life: A Memoir”. […]

All Things Entertainment

Just Put on Your Red Shoes and Dance the Blues

January 12, 2017 No Comments

If there were ever one famous rocker from my childhood whose music drew me in like a moth to a flame, it was David Bowie. He made me want to put on my red shoes {even though I didn’t have any red shoes} and “dance the blues.” A year ago yesterday, this iconic singer, songwriter, and actor passed away. It was a shock to millions of people, myself included, but his music will live on in the hearts of all of us. “Let’s Dance” and “Little China Girl” were so memorable for me. His androgynous look, his unique voice, his […]

Musings and Ramblings

Fashion Favorites of the 2017 Golden Globes

January 10, 2017 4 Comments

Believe it or not, but I did not watch the Red Carpet shows for the 2017 Golden Globes. I wanted to be surprised by the looks of some of my favorite actresses and celebrities. The color spectrum was fabulous, as always. Some actresses played it safe, while others took a daring chance and it paid off for them. Here are 21 of my favorite looks of the 2017 Golden Globes. Daring to Bare: Mandy Moore, Kristen Bell, and Busy Phillips wore stunning black dresses and none of them wore necklaces. Mandy’s sheer cape is a nice touch to the very […]