Beatnikki featuring Silver Phrase

Flannery O'Connor's Andalusia

2015-02-25T15:20:00.002-05:00

Novel in progress

2013-12-04T11:11:00.001-05:00

I'm in the throws of writing a novel. It's exciting and intimidating, and it makes me feel accomplished every single day that I work on it. The other side is the business side where I have to research agents and publishers and small literary presses for my short works. This is my livelihood and what I was meant to do. I feel most alive when I'm writing and creating something out of nothing. I

Independent Book Stores

2013-04-09T10:51:00.003-04:00

Independent bookstores are a dying breed, and I have to admit it's just so easy to order on my Kindle or buy from Amazon, but they are so necessary for thoughtful discourse and in getting out the voices quelled by those who scream the loudest. I've always loved going to small bookstores for their recommendations, author readings, and meeting interesting people. One great bookstore I recently

One Direction

2013-03-21T10:23:00.002-04:00

We have some very exciting news and a new direction on this site, which I believe was always meant to go this way. While there will still be content on fashion, food, and art, we are also going to be writing about giving and volunteering through our non-profit Silver Phrase, which you can check out here. This site's, and our non-profit's, mission is to learn and be inspired. Having empathy,

Inspiration: Reciting Poems

2012-11-25T08:00:00.000-05:00

If you ever doubt the ability children have or just need a pick me up from the droning monotony of the day, watch this video of pure innocence that only a child and only poetry can give you. I hope this inspires you, as it did me, to memorize or at least read a poem more often. Happy Holidays!

Best of The Best of Neiman Marcus for Target-December 1st

2012-11-24T21:36:00.001-05:00

Best of The Best of Neiman Marcus for Target-December 1st by beatnikki featuring Bobbi Brown Cosmetics gift sets & kitsNeiman Marcus Target / Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection : Target / Neiman Marcus Target / Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection : Target / Bobbi Brown Cosmetics gift sets kit / puji Mosaic Venus Floor Vase, $185 / Potted Phalaenopsis - White / Pier One Bamboo

Sweet treats

2012-10-02T22:28:00.000-04:00

Pink treats for little girls

Fashion: Ted Baker

2012-09-25T17:57:00.001-04:00

If you're an anglophile, you'll love the designs by Ted Baker. Check out site here. From their site, a little background: From the beginning Ted has had a very clear, unswerving, focus on quality, attention to detail and a quirky sense of humour, so much so in fact that the first stores used to provide a laundry service for every shirt purchased – something that gained the

Fashion: Milan Spring/Summer 2013

2012-09-25T17:48:00.001-04:00

Fashion: Milan Spring/Summer 2013 by beatnikki featuring Gucci beauty productsGucci beauty product / Arrow / Arrow / Bags! The Best From Milan's Spring 2013 Runways / Bags! The Best From Milan's Spring 2013 Runways / Bags! The Best From Milan's Spring 2013 Runways / Bags! The Best From Milan's Spring 2013 Runways / Gucci Backstage S/S '13 / Bags! The Best From Milan's Spring 2013 Runways

Fashion: Sea foam Green

2012-09-24T15:57:00.001-04:00

Bloch ballet flat, $160 / SuShilla chain necklace, $290 / Angelique De Paris resin jewelry / Turquoise jewelry / YooLa vintage jewelry / Forever 21

Fashion: Yellow

2012-09-24T15:41:00.001-04:00

Yellow was one of the trends at the Emmy awards. Here are some interesting accessories to add if you like this color... Ce Me London asymmetrical dress / Nine West jelly sandals / Wet Seal cap toe flat / Rebecca Minkoff leather clutch / Gold handbag / Bellissima jewelry / Fantasy Jewelry Box cz stud earrings / MAC Cosmetics nail lacquer / Canary Song Birdcage / Audrey Covered

Recipe: Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt

2012-09-21T17:02:00.000-04:00

I just made these Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt, and they are delicious! I always love a sweet/salty combo, and these do not disappoint. I made them with pre-made Nestle cookie dough, Nutella and course sea salt, but if you're ambitious and want a richer cookie with browned butter, you can get the full recipe at Ambitious Kitchen.

Smart Girls' Books: Style Books

2012-09-20T15:46:00.001-04:00

Coffee table books are great to have when you're impatient like me and hate waiting around. So when the time comes to wait for someone or until it's time to leave, reading coffee table books with beautiful pictures is a fun way to pass time. Here are some of my favorites, along with the new Burberry clutches out this season for a little inspiration.... Burberry handbag / Taschen's New

Toe-Looped Sandals

2012-09-19T15:01:00.001-04:00

Most people aren't in the market for sandals, but right now is the best time to get them even if you aren't in warm weather year-round. There are so many great sales on sandals, with some of these as low as $15. I like the silver ones from ASOS, so I'm buying them today! The toe-looped sandals are very trendy right now and comfortable--still wearable for a few good weeks at least!

Fashion: The Doctor Bag

2012-09-18T22:37:00.001-04:00

A big trend this fall that I'm sure we can all get behind is the Doctor Bag. It's a nice and big bag that fits all our necessities, but it's not too deep. I like to have a bigger bag but fit a smaller bag inside that I can put my wallet in and other items I want to easily find. Here are some pretty options and P.S. they are all under $50.... Green handbag / BKE metallic handbag /

London Fashion Week

2012-09-18T15:00:00.000-04:00

Here are some favorite designs coming out of London's Spring/Summer Fashion Week that we have to look forward to in the spring. Preen image via The Guardian Topshop image via Onsugar Sass & Bide image via Onsugar Antoni & Alison via Gleaner Blogs Burberry Prorsum via Onsugar

Fall Fashion 2012

2012-09-18T10:14:00.001-04:00

In honor of London Fashion Week, I've posted some London-inspired fashion for this fall. Later today I'll have a post for London Fashion Week that covers fashion for Spring/Summer 2013, but for now most people are just interested in fashion for right now--not a few seasons away! I can't imagine being a designer and having to always think that far ahead! It has to change the way you think

Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

2012-09-15T08:00:00.000-04:00

via streaminggourmet.com PUMPKIN Benefits: High in Vitamin A and Fiber; Low in Fat Ingredients... 1 1/2 cups butter, softened 2 cups packed brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups quick-cooking oats 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2

Fashion Spotlight: Lanvin

2012-09-14T10:57:00.001-04:00

It's no secret I love Lanvin--as a girl has a right to dream--and I just love their sophistication and attention to detail. What's great is to look at the high-end lines and find outfits for your wardrobe that are more affordable but still pay attention to those little details that make, say, a shirt or skirt so unique and fashionable. P.S. recently read a fashion blogger who said she hated

Fashion: The Perfect Blazer

2012-09-13T13:47:00.001-04:00

You can take any old outfit and make it contemporary and trendy with a blazer. There are so many choices, from the more stately to the whimsical and colorful. A staple to any wardrobe is a black blazer, but having a few always helps make your wardrobe go further. H&M blazer, $56 / H&M , $48 / H&M , $48 / H&M short jacket, $48 / H&M , $48 / H&M studded jacket,

Fashion: Orange

2012-09-13T13:32:00.001-04:00

It's finally feeling a little like fall here, and I just love the color orange, so what better time to get into the trend than now. It's a color you only want to use as an accent in a house or wardrobe, but it does add a lot of sophistication--or at least a little whimsy! Sleeveless dress / Orange skirt / Nine West jeweled sandals / Tory Burch flat shoes / Laced shoes, $58 / Orange

Fashion: Silver for Fall

2012-09-12T16:16:00.001-04:00

Fashion: Silver for Fall by beatnikki featuring silver banglesWallis silver top / Glitter handbag / Silver bangle / BKE silver bangle / Silver bangle / Small Stick Tree - Silver / Sparkle iPhone Case - Silver

Fashion: Marc Jacobs Spring 2013

2012-09-11T16:36:00.001-04:00

Marc Jacobs' show seemed like the most fun at Fashion Week. What was so great was you could be THERE with them online watching it as it was happening. All you needed to do was dress up in your fanciest outfit, sit on a fold-out chair and pretend Anna Wintour was sitting right next to you! If you missed it and want to vicariously experience a fashion week show, check it out here. I love the

Inspiration: Fall Look

2012-09-10T15:00:00.000-04:00

Okay, back to the present. It's great to see what's coming up in spring but it's more fun to concentrate on how to update and freshen our looks for the fall. I'm getting extremely bored with my long hair, and I wish this hot, muggy unseasonably warm weather would go away so I could wear pants and sweaters. Maybe I'm just ready to have this baby! Great Trends for Fall that will stay timeless in

Fashion Week Spring 2013

2012-09-10T08:00:00.000-04:00

Fashion Week is in full swing in New York, and the trends coming out for Spring 2013 is corals and lime--I know, hard to wrap your head around when trying to shift to fall. I like the bold colors. Monochromatic is also big along with silvers and golds. Monique Lhuillier Kate Spade Herve Leger Charlotte Ronson BCBG Max Azria Rebecca Minkoff