My Bliss {Busy Being Fabulous}

Hi, this is Deb from Busy Being Fabulous!

When Erin asked me to be a guest on her beautiful blog I was very excited. Anyone who is familiar with my  ' busy being fabulous'. blog will know my fascination with Scandinavia . So when I was asked  the question ' What is your Bliss' I had an immediate answer.

 I long to travel to the Ice Hotel in Jukkasjarvi Sweden.

For me it is a life long dream and up until now every time I have been to Sweden it has been the wrong time of year . 

The making of this extraordinary  Hotel is done by a team of hundreds  durning the icy winter months. 

Each year a new Architect is invited to create their version of this winter wonderland. There is something totally magical about the idea of being amongst walls of ice and refracted light . These images have been beautifully  shot by Jan Jordan ....http://www.janjordan.com/

For me this is my bliss maybe its yours too ! See more on  my design  blog, Enjoy!http://www.busybeingfabulous.typepad.com/

My Bliss {Destination Inspiration}

Hi everyone, Adriana here from Destination Inspiration. I was honoured to be asked by the always lovely Erin to take part in this guest post series, while she’s off getting married! I stumbled across Erin’s blog no more than a year ago and have been an avid reader ever since.

As a lady living as an expatriate in the city of Dubai, I can sometimes feel overwhelmed, busy, or stressed out – so it’s important for me (and everybody else!) to find a moment for ME time.  I find utter bliss in sometimes the most simple of things. So, welcome to my ‘Bliss List’. The top 10 things that totally bliss me out. What are yours?

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pics 5 & 10 - credit: stardustandsequins.wordpress.com

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Clogs - The Return

by fashionplateblogJeffrey Campbell shoes

So I have to admit, shoes with wooden bottoms are not my favorite. Somehow I always manage to kick myself in the ankle. But I have seen a bunch of cute clogs. Here are a few for inspiration. Shown: Abbie $130 uggaustralia.com, Jeffrey Campbell Charlie $125 lorisshoes.com, Studded Platform Clog $490 barneys.com, Jeffrey Campbell Splendid $110 lorisshoes.com, No.6 Clog with Top Weave Detail $295 brownsfashion.com

My Bliss {A Diary of a Lovely}

Hello all, I'm Helena from A Diary of Lovely. I'm really excited to be guest posting here at Erin´s home while she is enjoying the married life. I'm really excited for gorgeous Erin, she is entering an incredible new adventure in her life and I wish her all the best from the bottom of my heart (and I can't wait to see the result of her amazing wedding when she comes back).

When Erin asked me to be part of her guest bloggers I said yes immediately, I'm really honored to be here and very excited to write about what makes me bliss. Now of course, I'm torn, because to be honest, too many things make me bliss. My family and boyfriend and happiness of course in general. But this is about lighter things and at the moment what really makes me bliss and go "aaaah" and "oooh" are gorgeous colorful scarves. I wear scarves all year long so you can imagine I have a good collection, it's one of the many things I really enjoy buying. Scarves can be worn in so many ways and can dramatically change any possible look. They can add sparkle, coolness, sophistication, anything goes with the right scarf. Here are some of my faves.

I know it's spring time and that I should be thinking about bikinis and sandals but here it's still on the cold side so I couldn't pass this chance to share my passion about scarves. Can you tell that I also love street style? Blissful! 

Thank you Erin, this has been so much fun! Be happy! 

Images: 

http://adiaryoflovely.blogspot.com/2010/03/i-love-how-casual-it-is-thanks-converse.html

http://thesartorialist.blogspot.com/2010_02_01_archive.html

http://lefashionimage.blogspot.com/

http://dressdesigndecor.blogspot.com/2010/04/all-wrapped-up.html, 

Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-11 | New Lawn Designs | Summer Lawn

Sitara Lawn is very famous textile in the pakistan,they always launch many
color full dress in every season, now they introduced very outstanding collection
of summer lawn dresses, dresses in depend very cool and awesome colors,
summer season is without lawn dresses same like human without water...

Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.
Sitara Lawn Collection 2010-2011 | New Summer Lawn | Lawn Dresses.

My Bliss {From the Right Bank}

Hello! I'm Ally of From the Right Bank and I'm very happy to be blogging here today for the new Mrs! Erin asked us to share our idea of bliss and at first I thought this would be tough but when it came down to it, the answer was quite simple. For me, bliss is - and this may seem like a paradox - nesting and traveling.

 

I've been traveling the world since I was a child and it's my greatest source of inspiration. And when I'm done with one of my adventures, having a nice home to come home to is my idea of sheer bliss. 

 

(Udaipur, India shot from the Lake Palace Hotel)

 Thanks for having me here today, Erin and congratulations to you and your new hubby! I wish you a blissful life together! xoxo, Ally

 

(Photos by From the Right Bank)

Otte New York Sample Sale

The Otte Sample sale start tomorrow April 28th - 30th. Great deals on all the top designers Alexander Wang, See by Chloe, Elizabeth and James. Trying to sneak out of work early to make it to this!

Megan Fox Allure Magazine Photoshoot

Eight edgy new designers pin their clothes on mega beauty Megan Fox. This flawless photo shoot was featured in beauty magazine Allure in 2008.

see more Megan Fox Photo Shoot

My Bliss {Destined to Design}

Hi, this is Jessica from Destined to Design

Sharing a fantastic meal in a well-designed space with friends and family brings me total bliss. I'd like to say I'm a foodie, but the truth is, I just like eating. And being an interior designer, I have a great affinity for aesthetically pleasing surroundings. Living in Los Angeles, where a new restaurant seems to pop up weekly, I have a lot of fun planning my weekends around food adventures. I've actually got a running list of 'Restaurants to Visit/See/Consume At' that's getting a bit lengthy. Luckily I've developed a few food-minded friendships with people in the city that are willing to seek out places like this with me. While it's easy to find something great and stick to it, I try to make a point of taste-testing somewhere new at least once a month, and tend to use special occasions to make reservations at that one great place I would feel guilty about dining at on a normal day.

So here are a couple places I've visited lately that are topping my list. I'd like to think that anyone else with a discerning eye and satiable appetite would agree with me.

 

1. Bottega Louie Restaurant and Gourmet Market

700 South Grand Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90017

www.bottegalouie.com

Recommend You Try: The Asparagus with Fried Egg, and their Burrata & Grape Tomatoes. Their deli Mac 'n Cheese, slightly warmed, is also delicious.

 

 2. Terroni

7605 Beverly Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90036

www.terroni.ca

Recommend You Try: The C’t Mang Pizze.

3. Joans on Third

8350 West 3rd Street

Los Angeles, CA 90048

www.joansonthird.com

Recommend You Try: Their seasonal pumpkin cupcakes - no explanation necessary.

 4. Gjelina

1429 Abbot Kinney Boulevard

Venice, CA 90291

www.gjelina.com

Recommend You Try: The Gruyere, Caramelized Onion, Fromage Blanc & Arugula Pizza, and the Heirloom Spinach Salad with Green Olive, Tomato, Feta, Crouton & Pinenut - sounds so simple, but it's all in the spinach. But what will change your life forever is their Butterscotch Pot de Crème with Salted Caramel & Crème Fraiche. One time a girlfriend and I went just for that and sat on their patio in the rain instead of waiting for indoor seating (just to give you an idea).

 

 5. Antique Garage

41 Mercer Street

New York, NY 10013

www.antiquegaragesoho.com

Recommend You Try: Their Grilled Halloumi Cheese Salad.

And for all of your readers that delight in gastronomic creations, here are a few of my favorite food blogs (some for the recipes, some for the kitchen product, and some just for the insane photography). Enjoy!

1. Sunday Suppers

2. 101 Cookbooks

3. Oh Joy Eats

4. Sprouted Kitchen

5. The Jewels of New York

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My Bliss {Rebecca June}

Hi everyone! Rebecca from Rebecca June here and I am so excited to be doing a guest post for the talented Erin of Apartment #34!

I am ecstatic for her and her soon to be Mister and in honor of the pure *BLISS* they are experiencing while they are off getting hitched I thought I would let you know what makes me beyond happy. {I also am recommending the newlyweds partake in this while they are in Mexico if they have a spare moment.}

My nirvana is swimming with dolphins or any sea life really.

I cannot even begin to tell you how peaceful and giddy I get at the same time when I am floating in the ocean next to a dolphin. After the third or fourth time I went, my parents cut me off. I then told my hubby that he would have to take over this expense. Luckily he did, and along the way I have gotten him sucked into it too!

On our honeymoon we went to Cancun and once we decided where we were going I immediately started looking for places where I could get in the water with these adorable guys. Not only did we get to swim with the dolphins there, we swam with manatees! It was spectacular! They are so huge, so gentle and so graceful. We got to feed them, kiss them, and play with them. It was like a happy high!

Then on our first anniversary we went to Hawaii where we swam with seals. Once again, I cannot tell you how amazing it is to be holding onto and hugging an animal that you never think looks that big until you get right next to it.

So for me, I get the biggest smile on my face when I get to climb into the ocean and play with an animal that most people only get to see from afar.

So Erin, CONGRATS, and enjoy every moment for the next few weeks as it will go so fast! If you have a free moment though, go swim with a dolphin or two!

xoxo,

Rebecca June

My Bliss {Fee-Amore}

Hello apartment #34 friends! I am Fiona from Fee-AMore. I am happy to be invited by Erin to do a guest post here while she is away embarking on her blissful journey. How exciting!

A lover of good designs and colours, i am excited to share this London-based label line Ostwald Helgason with you. I enjoy their Spring/Summer 2010's collection and i hope you will too!

 

Ostwald Helgason is founded by Germany-born Susanne Ostwald and Iceland-born Ingvar Helgason. Coming from different and diverse backgrounds, this pairing certainly sparked and created some very exciting fashion scenes. They are known for their unique bold prints, exuberant colour palette and a very strong take in textiles and tailoring design. This is very evident in this Spring/Summer 2010's collection. Be it slightly subtle or extremely bright pieces, each piece certainly bring about that something unique to shout about. I hope you enjoy a piece or two from this collection!

Thank you for having me here, Erin!