Shopbop Giveway!!

It's that time again! With the holidays fast approaching and a time to give thanks, my wonderful friends at Shopbop are offering a $100 gift certificate to my readers!

Why not pick out a Marcus Lupfer sweater to keep yourself warm and toasty? Or maybe a cozy top by Cheap Monday or a luscious Acquaverde knit?

Participating is very simple: all you need to do is follow this blog,  leave a comment, share it on Twitter or Facebook. The winner will be announced in the next ten days...It is open worldwide.

Don't forget to visit Shopbop's Pinterest too!

Good luck!!

Happy Monday!!

Happy Monday! I hope you enjoyed a wonderful weekend.

The weather is spectacular today,  I've been happily working with all windows and doors open. It's so invigorating. This afternoon, I'll take a long walk with my dog, the perfect way to reflect on my current projects and find inspiration.

I have a Shopbop giveaway coming up later this week so please do drop in again.

Finally, I'm smitten with Alice Nightingale's shop on Etsy. The pictures and styling are simply divine. Take a look for yourself!

Have a wonderful week!

(Images Pearls of Joy)

Happy Friday + J'adore le rose!

Happy Friday! As you all know, I adore the color pink. It's my lucky color and makes me infinitely happy.  So I was beyond thrilled when the organizing committee of Le Diner en Rose asked me to participate and present the runway collections as part of their glittering soirée.

This year is the second edition and promises to be fabulous. Proceeds will go to the Kelly Shires Foundation for breast cancer.

The Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Foundation was established to help women/men who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. There are many unforeseen expenses they may face, and which their health insurance program may not cover.

There are still tickets left for those of you in the Montreal area. I hope to see you there!

Bon weekend!

(Images via Classy in the City, Pinterest)

Les Fleurs du Songe

It's already Thursday, this week is zooming by! 

I have lots of things going on, but the most exciting being the upcoming  release of my novel J'Adore Paris. I should have a cover to share with you very soon!

This fashion editorial, Les Fleurs Du Songe,  by Madame Figaro Magazine, a collage of blooms and latest trends, is gorgeous, isn't it?

Also, I really enjoyed reading the interview with Lola Rykiel, granddaughter of Sonia Rykiel.

Finally, I have some books left to give away to anyone having suffered through Hurricane Sandy. Please see previous post for details.

Holiday Sparkle + Free Books

 

Looking for a way to add a bit of sparkle to your upcoming holiday outfit without breaking the bank?   Take a look at the Ban.do holiday collection. I'm loving every piece and more importantly, these pictures have put me in a great mood.

On a more serious note, today is election day in America, so please do take the time to vote!

Given recent events affecting my former home, I will be giving out 25 free copies of my novel, J'Adore New York, to anyone in the NY area adversely affected by Hurricane Sandy. Please send me an e-mail at pinklemonadeblog@gmail.com or comment below.

It's only a small contribution, but may temporarily get your mind off any hardship and struggles. Stay well, mes amies.

Happy Monday!!

Happy Monday!

How to Make a Beautiful Life

Love yourself.

Make peace with who you are

And where you are

At this moment in time.

Listen to your heart.

If you can’t hear what it’s saying

In this noisy world,

Make time for yourself.

Enjoy your own company.

Let you mind wander among the stars.

Try.

Take chances.

Make mistakes.

Life can be messy

And confusing at times,

But it’s also full of surprises.

The next rock in your path

Might be a stepping stone.

Be happy.

When you don’t have what you want,

Want what you have.

Make do

That’s a well-kept secret of contentment.

There aren’t any shortcuts to tomorrow.

You have to make your own way.

To know where you are going

Is only part of it.

You need to know where you’ve been, too.

And if you ever get lost, don’t worry.

The people who love you will find you.

Count on it.

Life isn’t days and years.

It’s what you do with time

And with all the goodness and grace

That’s inside you.

Make a Beautiful life…

The kind of life you deserve.

-unknown

(Images via here and here)

Happy Friday!!

 

Happy Friday!! I hope you enjoyed a good week. If you happen to live in the New York area, I hope you're slowly getting back into the swing of things and that power and cable are being restored in your homes.

I came across this Everything here is Wonderful tote bag this morning on this lovely online shop, and I do wish I could offer one to all of those affected by Sandy. It would make life just a bit sweeter.

 Have a great weekend!

(Images via Crush Cul de Sac)