Krisztina Williams

Music Monday: Sara Bareilles ~ Brave

2013-05-20T15:32:00.000-04:00

I have been obsessed with Sara Bareilles's music since her first album and loved her sound even more when her second album Kaleidoscope Heart came out. When she performed her new hit single "Brave"...

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Ten Modern Takes on The Great Gatsby Style

2013-05-14T15:26:00.002-04:00

The Great Gatsby, directed by Baz Luhrmann, is a feast for the eyes; with style collaborations including Prada for the flapper dresses, Tiffany's for the 1920s inspired diamonds and pearls, and...

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Music Monday: Sympathize by Amos Lee

2013-05-13T14:51:00.003-04:00

Some singers have the most beautiful, soulful voices, they could sing about dog shit for all I care, and their music would still sound beautiful. (I'm sure Amos Lee would appreciate that reference.)...

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Recipe Roundup: 20 Decadent Chocolate Dessert Recipes

2013-05-10T18:50:00.000-04:00

It's no surprise that most women love chocolate. We love getting boxed chocolates on Mother's Day and any other special occasion, though handmade treats are even more special. I know a lot of...

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Kid's Style: Styling the Lilly Pulitzer Girls Mini Mittie Romper

2013-05-09T15:25:00.000-04:00

Girl's Summer style is so easy. You can put them in a simple printed sundress or romper and have them fashionable in seconds. I also love to use my children's summer rompers as double-duty bathing...

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Red Carpet Fashion: The 2013 Met Gala Red Carpet

2013-05-07T17:31:00.003-04:00

Layout by Krisztina Williams (image sources here) Each year the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC kicks off a new exhibit with the annual Met Gala. If you don't follow it...

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Mother's Day Guide: A Gift for Every Mom

2013-05-06T18:35:00.000-04:00

Amazon.com Widgets Mother's Day is less than a week away! Pick from anything on this slideshow, and you can't go wrong. (Click on the thumbnails to speed up the slideshow.) Some of the cliche...

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Pic of the Week: Saturday in the City

2013-05-06T17:19:00.000-04:00

My baby girl Kaitlin modeling her new Spring fit and flare dress. We took a walk downtown Frederick amidst all the shops and old red-brick sidewalks. It's the perfect way to spend a Saturday...

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5 Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Weekend

2013-05-03T12:09:00.000-04:00

Layout by Krisztina Williams (image sources here) 1. You can get into the Kentucky Derby southern spirit one of two ways - with a gigantic crazy-ass hat or a tasty mint julep. I think...

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Pic of the Week: Breakfast at Tiffany's with a Twist

2013-04-29T16:37:00.000-04:00

I took my daughters downtown for some photos in their new party dresses, and it was hard to get them away from the cupcake shop! We too some more shots at the park. You can see those here.

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Going Green: How to Green Your Beauty Routine

2013-04-26T09:32:00.000-04:00

I hope you had a happy Earth Day this week! Did you plant a tree? Start recycling? Buy some reusable household items in place of disposable ones? One of my top goals lately with going green is to rid...

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Recipe Roundup: Spring & Summer Desserts Featuring Lemons

2013-04-17T09:19:00.002-04:00

One of my favorite flavors for Spring and Summer baking is lemon. The light, tart citrus flavor goes so well with vanilla, coconut, and all the spring berries I love to bake with. Enjoy this...

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Pic of the Week: Cherry Blossoms in Frederick, MD

2013-04-15T08:30:00.000-04:00

The Cherry Blossom Festival has been going on this month in Washington DC. I haven't been able to make it out yet, but luckily there are plenty of beautiful blossoms right here in Frederick....

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Girl Power! 5 Ways to Make A Skinny Grilled Cheese Sandwich

2013-04-12T14:33:00.001-04:00

I'm celebrating National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day today. It a good a reason as any to celebrate, right? But we ladies like to watch our figures. Buttered white bread filled with melted cheese...

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Happy National Grilled Cheese Day ~ Top Ten Best Gourmet Grilled Cheese Recipes

2013-04-12T12:22:00.000-04:00

I adore these food-themed holidays, don't you? Nothing is more deserving of it's own celebration than a grilled cheese sandwich. Like mac 'n' cheese or chicken noodle soup, a grilled cheese is one of...

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Celebrating the Cherry Blossom in Fashion

2013-04-10T18:25:00.000-04:00

Cherry Blossom Bridal hair accessory - etsy.com // Alice + Olivia floral print leather pumps - shopbop.com // Alice + Olivia pointy toe floral print flats -...

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Mother's Day Gift Guide: Cherry Blossom Gifts for Her

2013-04-09T10:38:00.000-04:00

1. L occitane cherry blossom fragrance and L Occitane l occitane cherry blossom shimmer lotion // 2. Leigh and luca cherry blossom scarf // 3. Bodycology Cherry Blossom...

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Blogging and Business Tips: Blogger Breakdown ~ How to Get Ragazza Bazaar More Sales

2013-04-05T17:51:00.001-04:00

Ragazza Bazaar Black Peep Toe Pumps with Bow and Glitter I received a very kind email from a woman named Nancy, the blogger and owner of RAGAZZA BAZAAR BOUTIQUE, an online fashion...

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2013 Style Trends: 100+ Trendy Spring Dresses for Women

2013-04-04T10:48:00.002-04:00

Color Block Dresses Color blocking is still a huge fashion trend for 2013. An easy way to create instant color blocking is with a color block dress. Styling a color block dress isn't as tricky as you...

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Pic of the Week: Spring Has Sprung

2013-04-01T13:16:00.002-04:00

I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter. To me Easter is a time to celebrate Spring. The new season symbolizes rebirth and new life. In the coming weeks, flowers that withered in winter and grew...

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Gift Guide: Easter Basket Essentials

2013-03-29T15:48:00.001-04:00

Layout by Krisztina Williams. (click for featured products) The Easter basket is as much of a holiday tradition in my home as presents on Christmas morning. I love to fill my girls' Easter...

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10 Easy, Last-Minute Ways to Decorate Your Easter Table

2013-03-29T10:50:00.003-04:00

(click for featured products) Easter table decor is something you can do very easily even at the last minute. On a quick grocery run for that holiday ham, you can scoop up extras like Easter...

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Women's Fashion: 3 Different Style Guides for Easter Sunday

2013-03-28T15:15:00.000-04:00

Formal Easter Brunch Shop this Look: Precis Petite sleeveless dress, $150 / Dorothy Perkins black top / Black ankle-strap heels / Vince Camuto leather crossbody handbag / Kate Spade flower...

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Gift Guide: Easter Hostess Gifts $20 and Under

2013-03-28T11:37:00.000-04:00

My mom always taught me that I should never show up to someone else's home empty-handed. This rule especially holds true if you're going to someone else's home for a holiday or special event. The...

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Easy Easter Dessert Recipe: Pink Peeps Cupcakes

2013-03-27T16:01:00.000-04:00

You don't have to have mad cake decorating skills to make these adorable Easter cupcakes. Hell, you can even cheat and use store bought cupcakes for a last-minute holiday dessert. However, if you'd...

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