Anthropologie May 2012 Catalogue

This month, Anthro set a wonderful tone right from the get-go by choosing an up-close, straight-on image of a wonderfully curly-haired model to be their cover photo. As soon as I saw this in my mailbox, I immediately flipped it open and started making mental notes of what I liked. Have a peek and see what really caught my eye!

Eyeliner appliqués

I heard about these from the ladies over at Pixiwoo and I just had to share. Glam Republic has recently come out with black fabric strips that will give you the perfect winged liner. The strips are available in the three standard sizes of thin, medium and thick, and come with the option of either a matte or sparkly finish. You apply them just as you would false eyelashes, and they'll last all day, are super easy to remove, and can be reused!

What do you think of these? Would you give them a try or will you stick to your gel and liquid liners?

P.S. So far, they're being sold exclusively at Superdrug, but at the moment, they appear to be sold out. Keep your eyes peeled to see if they get restocked!

(Image source)

Have a nice weekend.

Last night my senior class had a lock-in, and, ohmigoodness, it was so much fun! A couple of kids managed to pull all-nighters, but I was so tired that I was completely out by three. Even though I had a ton of fun, this morning felt bittersweet as I realized that this was the last big shebang before our graduation next weekend...Nevertheless, our school admin. and parent volunteers were so great for putting this together for us, and I'm so glad that our class was able to have such a fun and eventful night together.

Switching topics, I've been "secretly planning" a road-trip this summer for a few friends and I to take. Does anyone know of any fun spots to pass thru here in the states? Be sure to let me know in the comments or shoot me an email!

What are you doing this weekend? Having a sleepover (be sure to bring a game to play...we played Apples to Apples)? Planning a road trip? Going to the gym? Do tell!

P.S. My new friend Douriean Fletcher of Eklektik Ekhos has been given the opportunity to show her work at Labo Ethnik in Paris this June! All she has to do is figure out how to get there! If you'd like to help out Douriean, feel free to enter this wonderful auction that Susan of Libellula Jewelry  is hosting.

xoxo
Rimi

(Image source)

Pencil tip carvings

This is a little project that I think Al would love to take on! Brazilian carpenter and house remodeler Dalton M. Ghetti taught himself how carve incredibly small figurines from the pencil lead of discarded pencils. And Ghetti is so dedicated to his hobby, that he carves these intricate sculptures without the use of a magnifying glass!

What would you wear on a spring date?

Picture this: After a long, rainy week, the sun has finally come out. You and your beau have decided to spend a beautiful spring afternoon together. So far you've planned to ride your bikes down to the park, where you'll have a picnic under the beautiful canopy of a cherry blossom tree. Then, later on, you'll both take a nap in a cozy hammock. What will you wear?

Above, a slouchy V-neck sweater, which you'll let casually slip off your shoulder.

A floral silk playsuit.

A comfy maxi dress with a ruffle that will mimic the blossoming flowers as they sway in the breeze.

A denim shirtdress and your favorite cork-wedge sandals.

A basic tank and white denim shorts.

Which outfit would you pick? (I'd love to have that maxi dress...the back is lovely!)