Monday Inspiration - DISNEY!!!!!

I just got back from a WONDERFUL trip to Disney with my in-laws! We had an amazing time and a great Thanksgiving. I thought everyone may need some cheer and inspiration today, so below is some from the most magical place on earth!

This castle never gets old!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE

Christmas Tree at Epcot

Ho Ho Ho

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! Only 21 days until xmas!

Fab Friday - New Trends

WOULD YOU WEAR THESE TRENDS?

White Lace Dress
My vote: Depends! Love Lauren Conrad's dress but not Nicole Kidman

Emerald Green Dresses
My vote: YES!!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE Eva Mendes's dress!

PS - this ring from my Monday Inspiration would look amazing with these dresses!

Lace Up Books
My Vote: YES but not with a peep toe :)

Leopard Print Tote
My Vote: YES! Love a black out with a bag that pops!
http://www.peoplestylewatch.com/people/stylewatch/gallery/0,,20049306,00.html

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND :)

Featured Vendor - Island Girl Bags

I absolutely think this vendor is AMAZING!! Her products are so unique and fun looking! Her products include handbags, make-up bags, wristlets, hair accessories, scarves and much more. Plus, she has a wide variety of patterns :) DEFINITELY CHECK HER OUT IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DONE SO!

These are a few of my favorites:



Q&A with MaryBeth from Island Girl Bags:



What inspired you to start your business?
My girlfriend and I were wondering around some craft shows one year and we both said that we could do what these ladies were doing but better...so she started her stained glass business and I dusted off my sewing machine! The next summer we did a few street fairs together and had a blast...haven't looked back since.

What exactly does Island Girl Bags entail?
I like to think that Island Girl Bags is more of a state of mind...eclectic, carefree, lazy days, endless sunshine...I think my bags and accessories reflect that!

What advice would you give other female entrepreneurs?
Go for it! You have nothing to lose. Networking is huge, join a local women's group. Women
love to help other women!

What are 3 things people don't know about you?
1)I'm a lover of all sports!
2)I hate to clean, but I know it makes my husband very happy when the house
is spotless so I do it anyways! ARGGGG!
3)I say yes to everything, which isn't a very good thing. Sometimes I just need to learn to say NO!!

http://islandgirlbags.com/
http://twitter.com/islandgirlbags

Tuesday Shoesday - Blue Heaven

I truly believe these Manolo Balhnik Clausado pumps are truly amazing! Anyone who wears these will instant become the topic of conversation anywhere they go. I LOVE shoes because you could have a simple outfit on and a pair of shoes that pop can make the outfit amazing! Plus blue shoes are a new trend :)

Monday's Inpiration - Glitter & Sparkle

I decided to start a weekly inspiration post every Monday. Today my post is on GLITTER & SPARKLE!! Everywhere you turn there seems to be glitz. I started making glitter headbands because they stand out and make you feel very GLAM. Recently, I received some requests for glitter headbands for my friends kids and when I was watching my best friend run in the Philly marathon, I saw a ton of girls wearing glitter headbands!

www.destinationdiva.biz

Walking past the shoes you will find not only kids glitter shoes but also adults! Even Converse has glitter shoes now. LOVE THEM!

Guess Hondo 3 Platform Pump
Converse Chuck Taylor Glitter Sneaker

Ugg Australia Classic Sparkle Boots

And all jewelry basically does sparkle or least puts a sparkle in your eye :)

Tiffany Legacy Collection Ring

Destination Diva Paige Pearl Neckace

www.destinationdiva.biz

GLITZ GLAM SPARKLE GLITTER....HOT HOT HOT!!!

FAB FRIDAY - Holiday Decorating

I was browsing around yesterday and came across this great Pier1 page on Holiday decorating! I wish I could decorate my house with some of these themes. I am loving the gilded forest because the gold and winter white is so elegant!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE??

Christmas Couture



Yuletide Treasures


Gilded Forest


Flights of Fantasy

Merry and Christmas

http://www.pier1.com/TopMenu/GetInspired/HolidayStyles/tabid/919/Default.aspx?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=holiday%20gifts&utm_campaign=Holiday%202010%20Preview&gclid=CML25IXGqqUCFSdtgwodPwEAZg

**Funny Friday**

It's Friday and everyone tends to get a little goofy and excited for the weekend! If you don't know me, I have a pretty good sense of humor and love to laugh. There are always those people who are naturally funny and don't try to be!

It all started with a bachelorette party in Miami and a pull out sofa bed! This is where I truly believed the "Funny Club" originated! Myself and two other extremely funny girls formed a bond that weekend that began with hiding a Papa John's pizza box, so when we got home from the club, we would have pizza as a late night snack. You may be thinking "WHO DOES THAT"...well we do and it does not surprise me :)

Once we got back from Miami, the funny club continued to be funny and we added a new member. He is probably one of the funniest guys I ever met! At this point, people wanted to be in the "funny club" but we told that not to try. If you truly were funny, we would recognize this (haha)! The "funny club" may just be somewhat of a joke, but we truly do have fun when we are together and I truly cherish those laughs.
I know that most of you have no clue what I am talking about but the moral around this is to always laugh. Life can be so demanding & stressful that sometimes you just need to stop and have a good laugh!

HAVE A GREAT FRIDAY :)

36 Days Until Christmas

...but who is counting? haha I wanted to do a holiday post on gift ideas, fashion, holiday cards, recipes, etc.

Fashion
During this time of year, there is always holiday parties, family pictures and other types of gatherings (i.e NYE). You want to look your best because you never know who has a camera and snaps a bunch of random shots to post on facebook.

Destination Diva Holiday Fashion

Holiday Pearl Earrings
Gabby Bracelet
Holiday Diva Band www.destinationdiva.biz

Perfect Holiday Party Outfit
All from Nordstrom

Gift Ideas

Below are some good websites to assist in your gift buying.

For the kids:
http://www.cutiepatutus.com/ (love these tutus)
http://www.gifts.com/christmas/holiday-toys-gift-guide.html
http://www.preppypoppy.com/

For the ladies:
http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/CategoryBrowse.aspx?cid=451245&mcat=148206
http://www.katespade.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=2482812
http://www.islandgirlbags.com/


For the men:
http://www.amazing-christmas-ideas.com/christmas-gifts-men.html
http://www.lids.com/rid/4767?link_id=4578


For anyone:
http://www.emilys-edibles.com/
YUM!

Invitation, Holiday Cards, Gift Tags
http://www.pixiechicago.com/
http://www.invitesnow.com/index.html
http://encorestudios.com/Holiday/holiday_V-options.shtml
http://www.etsy.com/shop/violetspringdesigns
http://graphics-n-ink.blogspot.com/2010/10/holiday-greetings.html

Recipes
http://allrecipes.com//Recipes/holidays-and-events/Main.aspx
http://www.razzledazzlerecipes.com/
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/category/holiday.html

Have a great holiday!
Adrienne

Speedy BFF!!

So my best friend Amy is running in the Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday! I AM SO EXCITED FOR HER and give her and all other runners a ton of credit for being so dedicated and have the willpower to train. Spending months running almost EVERYDAY personally gives me anxiety, but has to be done to be prepared for the race. Amy has set a goal for herself and will achieve that goal on Sunday!! GO BFF!!

http://www.philadelphiamarathon.com/


Hal Higdon's website is a great tool for anyone training for a race!

Below is a sample from his website:

For Novice runners--those who never have run before--this may mean getting into some semblance of shape so that they can begin my 18-week marathon training program. For those of you who have been running several years, Week 1, which is climaxed by a 6-mile long run on the weekend may not seem that tough, but it's like Mount Everest for those who have never run before. This Spring Training program will give novice runners a chance to gradually raise their fitness level so they can begin that first week of training with some chance of success.

Advanced runners often have a different problem. They've run a bunch of marathons and other races at different distances, and they want to improve their performances, not merely in the marathon, but in other distances they run frequently, like the 5-K, 8-K or 10-K. These advanced schedules will tell them how to do just that, showing how to mix various forms of speedwork (interval training, tempo runs, hills, fartlek) into their training week. They also get a chance to race frequently (5 times in fact) with goal 5-K and 10-K races in the last few weeks.

The Intermediate runners fall somewhere in between. These are runners who probably have been running several years, may have run one or two marathons, have faithfully trained through the winter, maintaining a certain mileage base, and now they want to build on that base. They want to continue to maintain that fitness level--perhaps improve on it slightly--so they can start marathon training in better shape than before. The 12-week Intermediate schedule offers some speedwork and some racing and should provide what they want.

http://www.halhigdon.com/

Featured Vendor - Pixie Chicago

Our featured vendor for this windy Wednesday is Cassandra, from Pixie Chicago. I started talking to her on twitter a few weeks ago and kept finding myself going back to her website. She specializes in custom paper designs, such as cards, stationary, announcements, invites and custom designs. All of her designs are very unique!

Pixie Chicago is currently running a promo for $5 off any order (code: ENVY5OFF). Now is the perfect time to order your holiday cards!

Here are a few of my favorites:

http://pixiechicago.com/
http://pixiechicago.blogspot.com/
http://twitter.com/pixiechicago

Q&A:

What inspired you to start your business?

I have always had a passion for paper and print and while designing for an advertising agency I started to create stationery goods for friends and family and just fell in love with it. It took about another 2 years until I finally quit my ad job to pursue it full time.

What exactly does Pixie Chicago entail?

Pixie Chicago specializes in custom invitations & stationery. I do stationery, thank you cards, invitations, announcements and also anything wedding related. My wedding site will be coming soon as well as other paper goods such as calendars and wall art, so stay tuned!

What advice would you give to other female Entrepreneurs?

Go for it. I was so scared, and sometimes still am about failing, but I have a great support team at home and every time I worry they push me through it. I wouldn't have been able to do it without the encouragement from friends and family.

What are three things that people do not know about you?

I have always wanted to become a Veterinarian.

I have a French Mastiff named Cheddar, who is the baby in the house.

I am only 26 so Pixie Chicago will be around for awhile, I have only begun :)

SASSY SUNDAY - CMA favorites

I love love love country music, but LOVE the fashion at the CMA's just as much as the music. Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Taylor Swift & many more beauties!!

Here are some of my favorites:

Miranda Lambert
*her hair is a little wild since the pic was right after she performed


Carrie Underwood
Lady Antebellum
Sugarland
*not many people look good in white leggings - LOVE Jennifer Nettles

Can't wait until next year!! Love you country music :)

FRIDAY FAB -- HEATED YOGA

HAVE YOU HEARD OF HEATED YOGA?? I never did 4 years ago either but once I started doing it, I was hooked. For a while, my friend and I were on a great workout plan, which consisted of spinning twice a week and heated yoga once a week! It was so amazing to have a schedule and a workout buddy! However, things changed when my friend had her baby, who is so adorable! I lost my workout buddy and my motivation :( Then I went to London for 2 months for work and packed on a few pounds, which I lost for my wedding.

BUT THEY ARE BACK!!!!

Now I am forced to get back into some kind of routine right in the middle of the holidays, which means yummy food, plus all the traveling doesn't help! HOW AM I GOING TO DO THIS?

Well I have decided HEATED YOGA is the way to go. I love the way it makes me feel. My body seems slimmer and longer, which I never felt from running.

Empowered Yoga - Wilmington, DE

When I did heated yoga a few years ago, I stuck to the below two classes. They are a little different from each other, which keeps it interesting. The Vinyasa class is a little repetitive, so I tend to do that one less.

Stationary Sequence —A full body sequence of postures for beginners to advanced practitioners. Postures promote strength and flexibility while fostering deeper levels of concentration.

Vinyasa —- This class takes the principles taught in the Stationary Sequence into a dynamic flow using the breath to link postures. Increase your lung capacity and mental alertness through yogic breathing while tapping into your ability to calm the body, mind, and emotions. A physically challenging and spiritually fulfilling class.

I just tried a new class that focuses on the core, which is what I desperately need. I do not want people to think I have a bun in the oven (yet!).

Core Awakening - This is a 60 minute class that will focus on Core based movements in four different planes of motion. You will focus on toning and strengthening from the Core and mindfully moving from that awareness. You will experience uplifting music, sound therapeutic alignment principles and receive heart-felt inspiration.

If you have not tried heated yoga, it is definitely worth trying. Make sure to bring a yoga mat, water, sweat towel and a peaceful mind :)