The Glitter Guide

I know we are all fans of this fabulous site, and for extremely good reason....

The Glitter Guide tumblr is full of style inspiration, fascinating ladies, decor, and glittery details. I could create a mood board based solely on this sparkly site. It definitely inspires me to revamp my personal style and play up the sweet feminine details, a common theme in a glittered life. 

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I've decided that the time has come to invest in a ban.do glittery pin or a giant pom pom flower. How cute is that golden piggy bank? And wouldn't you love a place to wear this Anna Sui dress? I think we could all use a little glitter in our lives - and The Glitter Guide is just the place to find it.

xo

Uniform

What is your go-to look? I was browsing through my Style board on Pinterest, and almost every look I have collected contains a skirt or a dress, which is an exact reflection of my daily uniform. Although I am required to dress up Monday through Thursday, I am definitely the most comfortable in an easy dress and flats - I have always felt like jeans make me look short and stout. 

So, what do you prefer? What style defines YOU?

{images via my Pinterest board, Atlantic-Pacific}

Glitter Girls

In case you haven't noticed, I am a big fan of the fabulous bloggers out there who share photos through Tumblr. A few of my faves being Pretty Stuff, Musings in Femininity, and Cognac and Coffee. So of course I was super excited to learn about Glitter Guide, the brainchild of stylish, chic, savvy, and always classic Taylor of Sterling Style.

The Glitter Guide is a source for all things chic, fun, and glittery in fashion, trends, design and food. The fabulous creaters behind this whimsical site are true examples of the powers of the blogosphere and how a little ambition goes a long way. Congrats to Taylor and her team! I can't wait to see the launch on June 14th. Sign up for The Glitter Guide here.

{images via The Glitter Guide}

My Heart is Full

This week has been special for me in the blog world. I started "blogging" two years ago but wasn't consistent and my content was all over the place. Now, A Happy Haven feels like a place that I look forward to everyday. I look forward to starting a conversation with you, to reading your blogs, to your lovely comments, to seeing an added follower, and to feel that this blog brightens your day as much as it brightens mine. So for all of you who stop by and have a conversation with me, thank you! And those of you who stop by but stay on your side of the screen, thank you just as much!
You guys mean a whole lot to me.

So much so, that I have a little surprise for you, but I can't spill the beans just yet. I will tell you that I am working with someone very talented on a new endeavor that I am over the moon about. It is something that has been somersaulting in my head for a long time, and I am ready for it to come to fruition. So, yay! A little anticipation never hurt anyone, right?

On to the weekend...

This has been a crazy week. It has felt extremely long, but I am also surprised to see Friday. So Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? I am so happy to say that I have not one plan. This is my last weekend of no plans because every weekend after this is booked solid until July 4th! Concerts, Bachelorette Parties, Graduations, Weddings, Traveling - this summer is going to absolutely fly by. I am so ready for it though, I need to see some warmer Chicago temperatures and spend a lot more time with Mr. Sunshine before seasonal depression sets in and Fall is among us once again.

Now, a little Friday Fancy for you, since {av} is teasing me with her trip to CA, I thought I'd share with you some sunshine state style that I am longing for...

Skirt    Top    Sandals    Bag   Bracelets   Bangle   Aviators   Hat

Be sure to check out more Friday Fancies as Long Distance Loving. And again, thank you for making this whole blog thing an absolutely amazing experience. Happy Weekend lovelies!

Inspiring Post

http://www.ohhellofriendblog.com/2011/04/blog-discussion-blog-comments.html

I stumbled upon this post because another blogger was raving about Danni and her blog:

 Oh, Hello Friend.

Danni is very inspirational, and she recently asked followers and fellow bloggers how they felt about comments. And I must say, I loooooooove comments - especially from you! It is wonderful feedback on how this little bloggy blog is doing, what you love, and the reasons why you keep coming back {and I want to make sure you keep coming back}. 

xoxo

Talk to Me

Listen readers, I like you, I like you a lot. So please be honest with me and tell me how much you love me you feel about this here bloggy-blog. Is it cool? Do you find it interesting? What can I give you to satisfy your blogging curiosity? This is why I ask, you see...

lately I've been asking myself - "Liz, who are you?"

Aside from the obvious...

What is my style? Where do I find inspiration? Am I cool? Do I have good taste? Do people think that this blog is inspiring? Should I be including other topics? What should I talk about? 

Basically, what can I do to please YOU?

Do you enjoy the fashion?...

or the interiors?...

or what about food/cocktails? {I wish I could cook for you everyday & give you cool tips, but I can't}

or the shopping tips?

or the random thoughts?

or my obsession with Olivia P?

or the collages?

or do you enjoy seeing me and pictures of my life?

If so, you can look forward to way more of this...

Your feedback is 100% appreciated because this blog really is all about you. I take a lot of pride in this everyday simple pleasure and the only way it is successful is with your compliments & critics. Please help make A Happy Haven the best it can be. 

So much love to all of you out there!! xo

{images via Pinterest & Pretty Stuff}