Wild Target

Last night I finished my homework with some time to spare! (Oh the joys of the first week of the semester... that will probably never happen again.) So we decided to watch a movie. I hadn't really heard of this film, but it didn't look to bad to we watched it on Netflix.

And... we loved it. 

The story line, music, aesthetic, and actors were brilliant. Plus, I have a huge thing for Emily Blunt and Rupert Grint. Who doesn't? I don't want to give away any of the story, so I would recommend watching this. Now. I promise you will be rolling around on the floor within minutes. I was.

Of course I'm going to comment on all of the amazing outfits Emily wore during the film. Just watch it, I'm sure you'll agree with me.

{perfect for a cool fall day. makes me want to take my bike out for a spin.)

{I wish you could see this whole dress. it looks vintage, sculptural and fabulous. this photo does not do justice.}

{she wore this blazer a couple times. I loved the flowy tunic and was surprised that I liked the pleather leggings!}

{the big gold necklace and ombre hair were awesome.} 

{YELLOW SKIRT. gimmie! of course I'm obsessed with a yellow tutu skirt. also, she totes this adorable blue suitcase around throughout the movie. this is supposedly where all of her clothes come from. she does re-wear some pieces, so maybe it is possible... I need to become a better packer.}

{under the studded leather jacket was this fun little gold number.}

{flirty little fringe dress, layered beaded necklace and hair pulled up for and evening out... sort of.}

{talk about the art of layering! pink floral top and skirt, blue tights, red booties, brown leather jacket, and feather/fur vest. wow, I would never think of that.}

{I'm obsessed with the birthday party scene. all the white homemade decor, cake, and emily in a sparkly white dress with layers and layers of beaded necklaces.} 

{under the white dress were berry colored tights and some rockin' silver shoes. perfect party look!}

{see I told you! the red-cuffed blazer and pleather leggings made a reappearance!} 

{paired with a new top and little black gloves. I love this look.}

{I wish this photo did justice to the fitted blue velvet blazer with brass buttons. I want one.}

I found myself drawn in some way to every outfit used in the film. So what did I take away from this? I need to be more creative with my layers. I need to wear more tights and leggings, layer jackets over jackets, blazers go with everything, skirts are the best, and I need to practice playing and creating layers with the clothes I have.

*amber*

Newsprint Nails!

I love painting my nails. For some reason, having painted (unchipped) nails makes me feel organized and enthusiastic. I have seen so many fun nail treatments that I would love to try, but never feel like I have the time. Plus, I am terrible at painting with my left hand so, even with a solid color, my right hand always looks sloppy. I don't even want to think about applying intricate details with my left hand.

Today, I saw this amazing nail tutorial from How Does She. How adorable! I'm obsessed with newsprint. I think it's the lingering journalist in me. But how cool would it be to have newsprint on my nails??! And... it's super easy. I will definitely be trying this soon. I'll post photos when I do, so we can see if it really works for clumsy nail artists like me.

Any suggestions for colors to do underneath? It obviously needs to be light enough to see the print. Anyone else going to to try this? If you do, send me your pictures!

*amber*

Current Hair Crushes

I'm not a big risk taker when it comes to my hair. It's crazy curly and has so much volume that trying new things could end in disaster. I've never colored my hair, and I only get it cut about every 6 months. (I'm cheap too.) About the most daring I've ever done was an a-line bob and I change my bangs often. 

However, if I were more daring, here are the two styles I'm currently loving. 

1. Super Short Dark

 

Yes I'm obsessed with Audrey, and yes that may be why I want to chop my hair so much. She does it in almost all of her films, and pulls it off amazingly.

Super chic and styling would be so quick. I would love to do this to my hair someday. Just need to figure out if it's possible to style it well with the curly hair. And I need to gain the confidence to do it.

And second,

2. Long Luscious Curly Red

I've always loved red hair. It is so vibrant and expressive. I like to think I could pull off red, but I will never actually go red. I'll just admire gingers from afar. So dreamy...

Ok, so I'm not planning on actually doing any of these things to my hair (at least in the near future,) but I'm just trying to be patient while my hair grows out. And then I'll end up with a combination of the two. Long curly brunette hair. That is, if I don't get weak and chop it again! If I start saying I want to cut my hair short, please talk me out of it. Thanks!

*amber*

Fallen for you...

Thank you Urban Outfitters

For summing up my whole aesthetic for Fall in one stunning photo. (fashion and interiors!) Navy, mustard, fuchsia, vintage and modern, shiny and matte, lots of patterns, texture, and delicious layering. Mmm... I wish I could eat this photo up. Or live in it. Either way.

*amber*

Thank you

Thank you for the happy anniversary wishes so far today. If you forgot and didn't wish us a happy anniversary, don't worry. You still can. I won't judge ;)

Also thank you to facebook for reminding me every day for the last couple weeks of my upcoming anniversary. With Seth Dickson. Do I have another one?

Men, you now have NO excuses for forgetting your anniversary. None. Even facebook's got you covered.

*amber*

Bon Voyage

Wanna hear an amazing secret?

{book title: "look what love has done" indeed...}

Well, here it is! ...

Really! I can't believe it either! It makes me feel a bit giddy with excitement. Almost like I felt exactly two years ago.

I feel so blessed to spend each day with my best friend in the world. We know we are always there to help and support each other.

Our friendship grows day by day. We love to tease each other and act like dorks. He can ALWAYS make me laugh.

He has a way of making me feel perfectly content and happy in any situation. He has a wonderful imagination and tells THE BEST bedtime stories.

 Each morning I wake up before him, but I can't wait for him to get up and give me a good morning kiss, tell me about his dreams, and maybe take me on a spin around the kitchen. He lights up my world.

Two years have rushed by. I wish I could pause time and remember every second. But I know we still have some great adventures ahead. And we can't wait. Bon voyage!

Seth, thank you so much for being my hero. Exactly what I need exactly whenever I need it. You are the biggest blessing in my life, and I can't express my gratitude enough.

I love you sweetheart. Happy two year anniversary.

*amber*

I Heart Seattle: day 4 (4th of July)

For the 4th, we drove out to Deep Lake. This is where Seth used to come with his friend after a long day of work and float around the lake on air mattresses.

{Seth's Grandma F. joined us for a delicious brunch.}

After brunch, we took a walk on the path around the lake. It took us through some beautiful woods where we discovered interesting plants, flowers, and berries, and discussed what it would be like to live in a a cabin in that magical forest.

{then Seth pumped up the raft and we took a nice long float around the lake}

On the way home, we stopped at Seth's other grandparents' house for a short visit.

{Grandma and Grandpa D. excuse my crazy hair. that's what happens to me at a day on the beach.}

{the boys went out into their HUGE backyard and made up the game of horseshoe frisbee.}

 {seriously, look at the trees in their backyard. ginormous.}

{I even gave the game a try.}

{my amazing mother-in-law.}

Later that night, we went down to Tacoma to watch the fireworks over the waterfront. That whole city was packed. We finally found a spot up on some hill just as the fireworks were starting.

I took a million pictures. Literally. Don't worry, I'll spare you and only show a few. (The lighting was tricky, so they were horrible quality anyway.)

 {tons of smoke.}

It was seriously one of the best firework shows I've ever seen. After it ended, we could see other shows going on all across the water. It was breathetaking.

*amber*

I Heart Seattle: day 3

Day 3 was the day our very first nephew ever was blessed.

{could he be any cuter???}

{the booties were made by my amazing mother in law. he is so loved by his Nana.}

{those eyes...}

{the proud big sisters.}

We got all dressed up for church, I wore this, tried to do my hair like this, and, inspired by Julia Roberts in Larry Crowne, painted my toenails black. Seth woke up, pulled on a shirt and pants, tied his tie, and was ready to go. We went to my sister in law's ward  for the blessing, had some awesome lessons, then headed to her house for lunch. 

Day 3 was a beautiful Sunday surrounded by family and celebrating this little dude's start on his life journey. 

*amber*