Candace Rose

twitter.com/candacerose :)

Francesca and her biscuit, originally uploaded by candy_rose.

Hope you're having a great Friday! I have been trying to be http://twitter.com/candacerose since I joined twitter about a year and a half ago but it was taken. I checked it religiously in the hopes that the person who had it would "give it up." A few days ago I checked again and low and behold it was available! When I attempted to change it, twitter said it was taken. I contacted support and just got an email saying that yes, it was deactivated and yes, I could change it :) If you're following me on twitter, it's still me, just a name change, and if you aren't following me on twitter and would like to, here's my info! Sorry for the rambling, I kind of get that way when I'm excited! ;) Have a great weekend!

Namesake (Twice Over)

    As a kid I was the only Candace in class, in fact I can't remember ever meeting another Candace until middle school. I guess it didn't help that I went (and still) go by Candi but that's beside the point. Since my name isn't that common, I'm often asked who I was named after or how my parents came up with my name. Though I'm not a huge fan of Candace or Candi, I am proud to say I was named after actress, Candice Bergen. I admire her strength and the class she exudes. As someone whose dream it is to be a reporter/anchor, I never missed an episode of Murphy Brown where Ms. Bergen played a prominent Network Investigative Reporter.

    My mom says when naming me she spelled my name CandACE instead of CandICE because she thought that's how Bergen spells hers. Wrong! Oh well, I'd rather be an ACE than ICE anyway ;) . Tonight while doing a little SEO research on Candace Rose, I came to the conclusion that Ms. Candice Bergen is also Candice ROSE, since marrying her husband, Marshall Rose. How ironic is that? If I have to share my name with anyone, I'm proud to say it's with her!

Candice Bergen - July 24, 1970 - Life Magazine - Whosdatedwho

Candice Bergen - Cover Of People Magazine 1975 - Fanpop

Candice Bergen - Fanpop

One of my favorite characters, Murphy Brown 

Murphy Brown - 3.Airnet

On My List - J.Crew Newbies

Happy Wednesday! Here are a few of my favorite J.Crew newbies!

Lacey Cami - J.Crew

 

Perfect-fit folded flower tank - J.Crew

Cotton Arabelle dress - J.Crew

Silk chiffon Arabelle dress - J.Crew

Silk taffeta Nanine dress - J.Crew

Stoneset bracelet - J.Crew

Happy Tuesday!

Pink Roses White Snowball, originally uploaded by candy_rose.

"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you're doing the impossible."

- St. Francis of Assissi

Beauty Product Must-Haves!

When shopping for makeup and skin care products online, I love reading reviews prior to making my big purchase. As someone who has suffered with acne prone, sensitive combination skin (got all that?) when I find a product I love, I feel the need to share it with the world just in case someone else is frustrated and suffering with products that just don't cut it. Here are a few of my ABSOLUTE MUST-HAVES!

 I fell in LOVE with Philosophy Purity Face Wash last year and will never ever, ever go back. In the past I had been told to wash my face with harsh, abrasive products but little did I know they were wreaking havoc on my skin.

Philosophy 'Purity Made Simple' One Step Facial Cleanser - Nordstrom

This is another necessity! I just love Laura Mercier's Oil Free Tinted Moisturizer. This is the only moisturizer I use.

Laura Mercier Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 - Nordstrom

This has been a favorite since I started wearing makeup. I have tried other eye make up removers in the past but nothing has compared. I just love how well it removes my eyeshadow, eyeliner and mascara and the fact that it doesn't sting.

Lancôme 'Bi-Facil' Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover- Nordstrom

Mac Eye Kohl in Smolder (black) is another absolute must for me. It glides on, stays on and does the job rather well! Mac also makes my favorite eye shadows!

Mac Eye Kohl (Smolder - black) - Nordstrom

How about you? What are your favorite products?

PS Do you know of a great oil free bronzer?!

Etsy: Ivory & Moss - Eco-Friendly Beautiful Accessories For Baby & Mama

Today I am featuring the gorgeous etsy shop, Ivory & Moss. I fell in love with their "ecofriendly handmade accessories for baby and mama" long ago, and knew I had to share! Everything in this shop is so unbelievably gorgeous, I wish I was a little girl again so I could wear them! Be sure and check out Ivory and Moss for more goodies for your favorite little fashionista!!!

Very Berry Boutique Headband - Ivory & Moss Etsy

Yasmine Bloom Baby Booties Maryjanes - Ivory & Moss Etsy

Lola Ruffles Handmade Baby Booties Custom colors - Ivory & Moss Etsy

Marcheline Little Satin Ballerina Booties - Ivory & Moss Etsy

Tatianna Peep Toe Handmade Baby Booties - Ivory & Moss Etsy

Calypso Petals Baby Booties/Maryjanes - Ivory & Moss Etsy

 

Lola ruffles in Silver - handmade baby booties - Ivory & Moss Etsy

Strawberry shortcake mukluks - baby booties (chocolate brown also available)

- Ivory & Moss Etsy

* Candy Floss * Handmade Baby Booties - Ivory & Moss Etsy

 

Let them eat Cake boutique headband - Ivory & Moss Etsy

Shoes are also available in children sizes for an additional charge. Please visit Ivory & Moss for more information

Become a Facebook Fan of Ivory & Moss

Follow Ivory & Moss on Twitter

Peony Inspiration

Isn't this image just gorgeous?! I'm loving the vase with fresh flowers (peonies), the coral inspired lamp, and turquoise mirror. I wish we had better luck growing peonies, they're so beautiful. I shouldn't complain, we have over 100 English rose bushes which are just as gorgeous (in my opinion.) Yesterday I spent part of the day deadheading (roses) and I'll be back at it today. I can't complain, other than the thorns that love embedding themselves in my hands! Hopefully the roses will start blooming again in the next month or so for my camera's sake ;)

Oh and btw I promise I had no idea that today was the 22nd, but I couldn't have picked a better picture! Yes, I'm that good :)

On My List- A Menagerie of Favorites

Madewell Fall Flowers Tiered Dress - Shopbop

J Brand Houlihan Cargo Skinny Jeans - Shopbop

Blu Moon - The Summer Lovin' Dress - Planet Blue

Jimmy Choo - Bree Medium patent-leather bag - Net-A-Porter

Ray-Ban Aviator Sunglasses - Shopbop

Giles & Brother - Sterling Silver wishbone earrings - Net-A-Porter

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorites!

I don't know about you but I have always loved the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, which begins today! Starting at 12:01am online shoppers (in stores at 7 am) are now able to save BIG on fall merchandise which will be regular priced on August 2nd Here are quite a few of my favorites! Do you have any favorites from the sale or anything you're planning on buying? I'd love to hear about it!

Sanctuary Tweed Shorts - Nordstrom

Rich & Skinny - Militia Silk Boyfriend Shorts - Nordstrom

Sanctuary 'Peace' Skinny Leg Belted Cargo Pants (don't they resemble J Brand's Houlihan Skinny Cargo's?)

- Nordstrom

Autumn Cashmere Ribbed Cardigan - Nordstrom

Vince Leather Jacket - Nordstrom

 

Hanky Panky Low Rise Thong (Buy and Save) - Nordstrom

Hinge Crop Tweed Jacket - Nordstrom

Helmut Lang Knit Back Silk Tank - Nordstrom

As I type, I see this cardigan is only available in a size large. I hope they get more in, it's only 1am (pacific time), and the sale started an hour ago!

Autumn Cashmere Pointelle Cashmere Cardigan - Nordstrom

Trina Turk 'Vaughan' Sleeveless Knit Dress - Nordstrom

BCBGMAXAZRIA Short Sleeve Cable Knit Belted Cardigan - Nordstrom

Cole Haan - 'Air Georgina' Boot - Nordstrom

Calvin Klein 'Scarlet' Platform Pump - Nordstrom

Nine West 'Theophila' Bootie - Nordstrom

Burberry Rain Boot - Nordstrom 

Jessica Simpson 'Evoni' Platform Sandal - Nordstrom

Halogen® 'Olivia' Boot (Black and Dark Brown) - Nordstrom

Candace Rose Photography: Pretty Newbies

I've uploaded quite a mixture to my photography shop on etsy, the strawberries are from May, the dahlias are from last summer, and the roses on the trellis are circa '08! I'm pretty happy with my prints if I do say so myself :) Hope you like them!

Retro Strawberries on Turquoise Photography Print

Retro Strawberries on Turquoise - Candace Rose Photography (dolcechic.etsy.com)

Fresh Summer Strawberries Photography Print

Fresh Summer Strawberries - Candace Rose Photography - (dolcechic.etsy.com)

Beautiful Trellis Rose Photography Print

Beautiful Trellis Rose - Candace Rose Photography (dolcechic.etsy.com)

Coral Dahlia Photography Print

Coral Pink Dahlia - Candace Rose Photography - (dolcechic.etsy.com)

Sky Blue Light Dahlia Photography Print

Sky Blue Light Dahlia Print - Candace Rose Photography - (dolcechic.etsy.com)  

Have a great Thursday!

On My List - Black, Gold & Glam

On My List - Black and Glam

Calvin Klein Collection - Paelan One Shoulder Dress - Shopbop

WGACA Vintage Chanel Black Patent Bag - Shopbop

Kenneth Jay Lane - Box Link Toggle Bracelet - Shopbop

Trina Turk - Enamel Brick Bangle - Trina Turk

Aurelie Bidermann - 18-Karat Gold Dipped Lace Cuff - Net-A-Porter

Philippe Audibert - Manchette Sottoveste Swarovski-crystal cuff - Net-A-Porter

Valentino - Leather Platform Pumps (Red) - Net-A-Porter

Christian Louboutin - Pigalle 120 Patent Pumps - Net-A-Porter

Christian Louboutin - No Prive 120 Patent Slingbacks - Net-A-Porter

Tory Burch - Cuba Snake-Print Leather Sandals - Net-A-Porter

MTV The Hills: Kristin Cavallari West Hollywood Home

Kristin Cavallari and her uber adorable Yorkie - Posh 24

In honor of MTV: The Hills series finale and because I absolutely love these photos, I must showcase Ms. Kristin Cavallari's humble yet stunning bachelorette pad near West Hollywood, California which is said to have been leased for a mere $5,750 a month. Not too shabby, huh? I need a reality show! ;)

Kristin Cavallari's "lush tropical garden" - The Hills Freak

The Front garden - The Hills Freak

Her GORGEOUS Living Room. I just love everything about it, especially the pops of color. You may recognize this room, it was featured in last weeks episode (is it sad that I know this?!). - The Hills Freak

Loving this white kitchen! - The Hills Freak

The Master Bedroom and Bath - The Hills Freak

The beautiful landscaped yard and patio - Hills Freak

Loving these chaise lounges - Hills Freak

Photos courtesy of Hills Freak

Mark @ Shelterpop.com

Spread the word.....

Lavender Double Poppy Close Up, originally uploaded by candy_rose.

Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.
Mother Teresa

On My List - Wedges

Nothing says summer like wedges!

Jeffrey Campbell - Women's Dark Tan Snick Wood & Leather Wedge - Shop Kitson Boutique

Or these.....

Steve Madden - Women's Warrick Cognac Le Wedge - Shop Kitson Boutique

 

Sam Edelman - Leroy Wedge - Shop Kitson Boutique 

Paloma Barcelo - Acacia wedge sandals - Net-A-Porter

Design Icon: Kelly Wearstler

 

"Having the new and the old together adds soul" - Kelly Wearstler

Kelly Wearstler Designs - HUE - Canadian House & Home

Kelly Wearstler Designs - Charming Eat-In Kitchen - HUE - Canadian House & Home

Kelly Wearstler Design - Hue- Bergdoff Goodman BG Restaurant Bar - Canadian House & Home

Kelly Wearstler Designs - Oval Bel Air Dining Room - Hue - Canadian House & Home