chanel lipstick.

A few weeks ago KB introduced me to lipstick. Apparently it is the staple of the working girl {cough cough, I think I need a job to be a "working girl" but at least I am ready if that comes along.}  I was also tired of looking unbelievably washed out in every single picture of myself, the joys of winter and fair skin. So I began the perfect shade of lipstick hunt... and then I saw this ad.* I love it. She looks flawlessly beautiful, fair skin and all. I bought the new Chanel Rouge Allure lipstick in Comedia. And, I have to tell you that I am now a fan of lipstick. {Sandra Bullock at the Oscars also convinced me... She was wearing the new Chanel Rouge lipstick too.} And thanks to KB, I am now a believer in lipstick and a belieber too.

 *Disclaimer: I am a marketing major so I really appreciate a good ad and packaging and anything that is basically aesthetically pretty.  

snow day [again]

Guess what? Its snowing again... I understand that I may be one of the few people in the world that is not excited about this snowy surprise in Texas but I feel that the end of February in Texas usually means spring. I live in Texas for this very reason...it is one of the reasons that NY and I broke up. I am dreaming of sunshine and sonic drinks with the windows down. Puhlease hurry up spring! And the "spring break section" at Target is not helping this inkling for warmer weather... its my first non florida trip in four years. You would think that at least Texas could cooperate with this issue. Here's to march... may you bring warmth. xoxo

wedding paparazzi

finally.

i just said farewell to texas a&m for the next FIVE days. yep... and i am beyond excited. well actually i am beyond excited about a few things, TONIGHT i get to have a sleepover with katie c and katie b and then we {kitty and myself} are headed to nac town tomorrow. I LOVE GOING HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! there is nothing better in the world... right?

and then all of that thanksgiving goodness awaits... did you know that i love dressing. looovvvvvveeeeeee it meaning i eat it for days and days after thanksgiving! plus i heard on the radio today that if your favorite part of thanksgiving is dressing, then you are a traditional person with a flare for adventure and a spark of wild behavior. [i love that...]

new york recap.

is it too much to say that i love that city.

the weather, the people, the atmosphere, the energy, the love, 

the need for truth, the style, the work ethic, the ecclecticism?,

the feeling of being alive, of working for something greater 

than myself... i love new york city. 

I had the opportunity to meet with five different companies

while I was in town.  Each one had something completely

different to offer... each one was a truly nyc company.

From magazines, to events, to music... they were fun.

I was also SO very lucky to see tons of texans, aggies, 

new yorkers, friends! while I was in town.  To say the least, 

people made sure I loved every second of my trip. 

From college friends to intern friends- it was a blast.

I felt recharged, energized, and excited.  I still feel this way.

I am ready for January.  I only hope that New York is 

ready for me... still crossing my fingers.

::out of town::

I am currently procrastinating packing for my trip- i leave town at 10 am tomorrow morning and not one single thing has been folded, packed, crossed off my list, and the last minute target run has been postponed until morning... its going to be an early Wednesday morning around here. {its always early for kcrawf :)}  In my defense, I have not packed because I have no idea what to take to new york for the fall. I have meetings on Thursday, its supposed to rain :(. For those of you who aren't familiar with new york rain, its terrible. {I am certain that it actually rains sideways causing any umbrella to turn inside out, along with turning your choice of footwear into water shoes = not fun at all for interviews}. And then I am also having trouble deciding what forty degrees means in regards to outerwear.  In Texas, it would mean uggs, scarf, heaviest jacket owned, and possibly gloves? I'm not sure that it means that in nyc. And don't worry friends, my uggs are not making the interview trip... maybe next time? To wrap up this meaningless post, I would love your prayers for this trip. I am meeting with a lot of people about everything in regard to my future life in new york. Back in Texas on Sunday, crossing my fingers for some big news! {I would absolutely love it if you would cross yours too? Thanks!} 

::empire state::

hey there pretty city that i love, adore & miss-

the one week countdown begins. see you next week new york.

via thesartorialist. 
* 9th avenue new york

25 years.

My parents are celebrating

twenty five years

of marriage today. [25 years!]

They were married on September 15, 1984.

Congratulations Mom and Dad!

I love yall more than you will ever know

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and guess how our entire family is celebrating?

we are going to a Dallas Cowboys game.

{only my mother & I finally got invited...}

xoxo.

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Feeling overwhelmed with thankfulness towards my friends.

Every phone call, text, & voicemail made my day.

THANK YOU. It was a perfect day.

I am so very blessed to have each one of you in my life.

I love you all! xoxo

inspiration boards.

want to know a little secret?...

and the way to my heart?

give me something to put on an inspiration board.

i basically love them. and in return, i will love you.

via domino.

omg... glee!

love it. love it. love it.

... and for those of you who have been living

under a rock for the past three months,

watch this show!

i promise that GLEE! will not disappoint.

::Phoenix::

So... I am having one of those days at work. 

One of those days that lasts FOREVER.

One of those days where EVERYTHING goes wrong.

One of those days where you ask yourself,

"why do I work here?"

And my solution... that cute little pink CD.

Listen to it. You will love it.

It's Genius!

a TWILIGHT wedding

Designer sketches of Bella's wedding gown. 

Eclipse began filming this month...

these movies are just going to get better & better.

"You look like you just stepped out of an Austen movie."

-the Mother of the Bride

Gowns via InStyle. 

Sketches via Christian Siriano, Monique Lhuillier, Lela Rose and Badgley Mischka.

black white & grey

and taylor swift.

These clothes are VERY VERY VERY me.

I, no matter how hard I try, cannot pass up a great white shirt.

I have too many... they are my ultimate go to. 

Which is funny because Taylor Swift is also my music go to on my ipod.

What a great combination especially with that necklace!

all images via GLAMOUR.

headbands + bows

blair waldorf's headbands have nothing on these.

which one is your favorite?

here's to surviving monday...

new york on thursday!

le tour de force via Little Fashion Gallery