Guest Post - Recently

Hello everyone!  I'm Emily from Recently, and I'm absolutely delighted to be guest posting on Second Street East today!  I'm sure you'll all agree with me wholeheartedly that Michelle is a genuine breath of fresh air and has gobs of talent to boot, so the fact that she asked me to guest post was an honor indeed.

I knew, of course, that Michelle's readers would go for nothing less than pure loveliness in a post, so I turned to one of my recent favorite rooms for inspiration...

Image via: Adore Home Magazine, Photography by Hannah Blackmore

This room from Adore Home instantly grabbed my attention with its array of textures and its cozy feel.

Since I'm in the middle of a bedroom makeover myself, I thought I would have a little fun and show you how to get the look for yourself.

The first step (and definitely my favorite!) is to decide on your most loved elements, and get your shop on...

lamp 1 // lamp 2 (lamp shade) // pink floyd fine art print // faux fur throw // matelasse coverlet // geometric pillow cover // linen pillow cover // side table // leopard slippers

If you're like me, and catching a good bargain makes you giddy, you'll imagine my excitement at finding a lower priced version of my favorite element in this bedroom, the lamp, at Kirklands's for only $70!  With only a simple switch of the lamp shade we have the same look for so much less!

Now that you've found what you love, it's time to make this room your own...

As you can see, an exact replica isn't necessary, just similar components that will give you the same comfy feel and relaxed glamor of the look you love.
And there you have it!  A cozy place to rest your head, made just for you!

Michelle, thank you so much for having me today!  Hope you loved it!

Hump Day Happy Hour with Sadie + Stella

Holy Hump Day! I am Lindsay from Sadie + Stella and I could not be more thrilled to have made it to Happy Hour with you all. While the lovely Michelle is sunning herself and sipping on her Hump Day cocktail, I am going to fill in to share a few cocktails with you lovers. There is nothing more that I enjoy than a solid, refreshing cocktail mid-day. Does that make me an alcoholic? No. That makes me an adult. What's on Happy Hour Special this Hump Day? A Kiwi Capiroska. We are going to take it tropical my loves. 

Bar Cart/Ogee Coaster/Greek Key Coaster/Stemless Glass/Dessert Plate

Ingredients:

1 cups Kiwi, peeled and diced

6 Mint leaves, divided

1 tablespoon sugar, divided 

1.5 Limes juiced

1 cups Vodka

1 cups Coconut Flavored Sparkling Water 

Ice cubes

Garnish: Kiwi peeled and thinly sliced

Directions:

Fill glasses with 1/3 cup of diced kiwis, 2 mint leaves, 1 teaspoon sugar, and ½ lime juiced.

Muddle together the contents of each glass until fully combined.

Fill each glass with ice and top off with 1/3 cup vodka and 1/3 cup coconut sparkling water.

Stir, finish each with a kiwi garnish and serve.

See. Just like Michelle, we are getting tropical. And on a Wednesday! What a lifestyle. Come and visit me over at S+S and we will share many more libations. I promise!

Guest Post - Main Street Chic

Hello SSE readers! I’m so excited to fill in for Michelle while she is away. As I’m sure is the case with

most of you, Second Street East is a daily source of inspiration for me and I’m super happy to be a part

of it today!

Over on my blog, Main Street Chic, I do a series called “Inspired to Incorporated.” Essentially, these

posts show the inspiration I find online, and how I incorporate them into my own life. You could call it

copying, but I just call it using my resources

We all know Michelle has fab style, so this “Inspired to Incorporated” post is all about how her outfits

have inspired mine!

This just might be the ultimate weekend outfit. Army jacket + striped dress + sandals = super easy and

super cute!

Nothing jazzes up a boring workday like a little leopard. I got my added pop of color from my necklace/
purse, but I LOVE Michelle’s cobalt heels.

My chambray shirt is pretty much my best friend. I love how Michelle styled it here with a pleated skirt
and skinny belt, so I copied the look for a dinner out with the Hubs.

Thanks so much for having me, Michelle! I had tons of fun copying you! Want to see more? I would
love to have you visit me at Main Street Chic!

Could Emily be ANY more adorable! You must read her blog if you aren't all ready!

Guest Post - All Things Charming

Hi guys! Did I mention that I am vacationing all this week? I have some fabulous guest posts lined out and first up is Holly!

Hi there! I'm Holly from the fashion and lifestyle blog All Things Charming. I'm so excited to be here today at Second Street East! Michelle's blog is a daily read for me with her inspiring ability to blend the lines between interior and fashion.

Taking a cue from Michelle's Going Global post last month, I decided to highlight some pieces with a Mexican flair. My parents owned a travel agency while I was growing up (it was so amazing!). This combined with my dad living in Mexico while in grad school has lead to my family home being very influenced by Mexican design. After looking around my home, I decided to seek inspiration from a rug (the rug below is similar to one in our living room) and the textile and color books that sit on our coffee table. The patterns and vibrant shades in these interior items drew me to the fashion pieces below!

Tell me, how do global pieces influence your home interior and personal style? 

Rug/ Mexican Textiles Book/ Mexican Color Book/ Tote/ Top/ Bangle/ Shoes/ Necklace

Thanks so much for having me, Michelle! xo 

The It List

Happy Friday! I am currently on my way to Florida for a wedding and a little vacay action! I will be back next weekend but don't worry - I have some great guest posts lined up next week that you won't want to miss! Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!!

• Sweetie Pie Style celebrated the solar eclipse with a cute tie dye scarf! The perfect accessory to jazz up any outfit! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)
• Lipstick & Lollies goes for the unexpected and pairs bright, cheery citron with a muted olive! Throw on some pink lipstick and she has such a fun look!
• Olive & an Arrow has joined the white skinny jean club and just in time for summer! Don't forget to check out the cute top she paired them with! (find Olive & an Arrow on Twitter!)
• Franishh found a total budget friendly pearl bib necklace! She made a few adjustments to make it her own and now she has the perfect statement peice! (find Franish on Twitter!)
• City and Burbs is minty fresh in her new skinny jeans! She pairs them with leopard and pink for a bold vibe! (find City and Burbs on Twitter!)
• Rachel's Look Book is adding a little sparkle to her life with a gold sequined top! Paired with a pink maxi, she is looking seriously sweet! (find Rachel's Look Book on Twitter!)
• Here & Now has officially entered wedding season and she is showing us how to look our best for the festivities! We even get a peek of her man's threads! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
• Style Your Life is taking a cue from warmer temps and put together what could be the perfect weekend outfit - maxi skirt, tee, sandals and hat. (find Style Your Life on Twitter!)
• DahliaLynn Lane pairs stripes and floral for a combination that is sure to raise your spirits! A match made in heaven! (find DahliaLynn Lane on Twitter!)
• Fabulously Average is trying out the peplum trend and knocking it out of the park! Head over to find out where she got her top for a steal! (find Fabulously Average on Twitter!)
• Wardrobes I Met and Liked shows us a different take on the leopard that we all know and love! Pop over to find out how she kicked it up a notch!
• Urban Frill shows us a business casual look with a bag that play many roles! And her neckalce? Gorgeous!
• Seize the Styles is sporting a candy striped dress that reminds her of fruit stripes gum! If this outfit doesn't make you happy, I don't know what will! (find Seize the Styles on Twitter!)
• Second Street East is crushing on ikat for home and wardrobe. Head over to see the pieces she picked to bring the pattern into you room and closet! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)

the IT list is brought to you weekly by Jill of Good Life and edited by Michelle of Second St. East.

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Second and Dahlia's Style Steals

Hi! Time for another edition of my favorite feature with DahliaLynn Lane! We are taking our inspiration from Lonny again this week (we can't resist!) and recreating this cozy little space in an outfit and a room! Things to note? The $15 couch and fab World Market Settee! Happy Thursday!

  Dress / Shoes / Clutch / Earrings

Settee / Chandelier / Bench / Pillow / Frames

Hump Day Happy Hour with Three Pink Dots

Good afternoon everyone! Lauren from Three Pink Dots here, and it's time to celebrate! But, what shall we celebrate today? I'm really good at justifying, how about fabulous Wednesday? Sure. 

Recipe: 

1/4 cup pink grapefruit

1.5 oz vodka

1 tsp pomegranate liqueur

1 tsp simple syrup

juice of 1/4 lime

1 wedge of grapefruit for garnish

Swirl a slice of grapefruit over the rim of each glass, dip in sugar, fill with ice & set aside.

Combine ingredients in a cocktail pitcher, stir & pour, garnish with grapefruit wedge.

Grapefruit Cocktail Recipe (adapted from) / Outdoor Bar Cart / Cocktail Glasses / Outfit / Cabana 

This happens to be one of my favorite cocktails to sip on in the summer. The tangy ruby red grapefruit with the sugar rim is just perfect! It's definitely time to have one of these. Michelle, meet you in the cabana, in 10? Thanks for having me over!