Because It's Where You Catch Your Z's

I am in the midst of pimping my bedroom, so I've been collecting many, many inspirational pictures some of which I am posting here. Bedrooms are so important. It's where you sleep, get ready for the day, relax, make love, etc. So essentially it needs to be a room you love to be in. This is my project. I am going to make my bedroom somewhere I love to be. As of right now, the walls are plain white, we have ugly brown renter's carpet in there too. I would like to post photographs of the progress of the makeover, but for now, inspiration:

Photographs are from ApartmentTherapy, Anthropologie and various interior decorating website that I can't remember because I saved most of these a while ago.

Vintage Reads

I'm very excited to say that I've added an extension to the ol' Etsy! So far just the one book, but many more goodies for your bookshelves, linen closets and the rest of your home. Huzzah!

Visit Pearly Smith Vintage Here

Style Crush #4: Mallory Knox

I recently saw the film Natural Born Killers on a whim because my boyfriend bought it on video at a thrift store. The movie itself is a satirical dark comedy that follows two fictional mass murderers across the united states and the frenzy that ensues. If you haven't seen it, go do yourself a favor. Do note that the movie has strong tones and imagery while making a statement on today's society.

....but I digress; the outfits, Juliette Lewis' character, Mallory Knox wears throughout most of the first half of the movie are cute and totally relevant to today's trending styles. I hope I'm not the only one who thinks this. I love that indigenous, Americana circa 1960's look Juliette Lewis pulls off effortlessly. Although, since this was made in 1994, her hair (when she's not wearing her wig) is shutter-worthy.

Get the look:

1. Tribal Earrings from Forever 21 $6 2. Bugs Paisley Bandana from Eastern Mountain Sports $12 3. Red Peg Leg Trousers from Topshop $58 4. Leather Belt from H&M $10 5. Tibetan Snake Silver Ring from Hinky Import $25 6. Roderick Tenorio Silver Ring $57 7.Billy Buck Jacket from Crows Nest Trading Co. $420 8. Crochet String Bikini Top by Rampage $40 9. Lipstick by M.A.C. in Lady Bug $15

New Additions

So I just got finished listing a few items onto the shop- thanks to Cogey these photos look very nice and clean. Check out the old Etsy and brace yourself for many dreamy items to come.

American Goldfinch Dress $32

Hungry Hungry Hippos Apron Wrap Skirt $18

Russian Roulette Red Dress $46

Champagne & Strawberries Tunic $48

Because It's Where You Do Your Numbers

Pictures are from Marthastewart.com and Apartmenttherapy.com

New To Me

Style Crush #3: K-K-K-K-Katie!

Okay, so I finally watched The Way We Were and I am proud to say I now have two very serious crushes.

1. On the beautiful Robert Redford

2. Katie's style (Streisand's passionate character) & her hair

Inspired?

1. Blousy Tie Button-Up from Anthropologie $88 2.Conair Instant Heat Curler Set $25 3. Rose 70's Wide Leg Trousers from Topshop $68 4. The Communist Manifesto By Karl Marx $8 5. Wilson BLX Six-One 95 18x20 Tennis Racquet $200 6. Black Hat $6

Hello.

It's been about two months since my last post. Laggg.

Etsy news:

1. Pearly Smith Vintage is having a One Week Only Sale with everything at 25% off.

2. New additions coming very soon (stuff for your home and stuff for your boyfriend/brother)

Also, I finally posted some brand new listings!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/PearlySmithVintage

Regal

Theda Bara is the ultimate silent screen siren. She inspires me to bust out my head ornaments.

Crisp

Just tried this recipe tonight and fell in love so I thought I'd share.*

Celery and Grapefruit Salad with Parmesan
serves two

6 stalks celery, chilled
1 grapefruit, chilled
Pinch sugar
Extra-virgin olive oil, of finishing quality
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Parmesan cheese

Slice the celery thinly at an angle using a sharp knife or a mandoline. Cut the ends of the grapefruit then stand it on one flat end to carefully slice away the peel. Cut into slices or segments, (See pictorial instructions here for peeling and segmenting the grapefruit.) Toss the sliced grapefruit and celery thoroughly in a bowl. Season with a pinch of sugar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Shave a little bit of Parmesan with a vegetable peeler or with the mandoline. Toss with the salad.

Heap the salad on two plates, and garnish with a few more substantial shavings of Parmesan. Eat immediately, or chill until serving.

*Picture was not taken by yours truly. I took it from thekitchn.com!