Favorite Finds: Astrology, Allison Williams & Advice

Here’s the next installment of my round-up of some of my recent favorite finds that I’ve discovered online, read and am excited to share with others.

My first list can be viewed here. 

What do you think? What articles have you enjoyed lately? 

1. I’m loving this site more and more; it consistently produces great content and shares beautiful images. Inspired By This is quickly becoming a favorite of mine and this spread on Martha Stewart Weddings Editorial Director didn’t disappoint: Inspired by Darcy Miller’s Monochromatic New York Loft

2. I’ve always been curious about astrology and had heard Susan Millers’ name before, but after reading this article, her site will now be a go-to at the first of every month. I find her personally to be very interesting, and while I’m hesitant in my belief, agreeing that astrology may be silly, it is also quite fun: NY Magazine’s article “How Did Susan Miller Become the Go-To Astrologer for the New York Fashion Set?"

3. I’ve only so far consumed Season 1 of Girls and already am a fan. And while Lena Dunham is without a doubt extremely talented (and had an awesome article in Rolling Stone), I have also been drawn to Marni aka Allison Williams. Her style is impeccable on and off screen and this article made me an even bigger fan (these gowns! I die!): Town and Country’s article “Ivy League Siren"

4. Silver Linings Playbook and this Vanity Fair article made me love Jennifer Lawrence. This adorable interview with a young British radio host made me want to be Mila Kunis’s bff. But why does Anne Hathaway rub me the wrong way? I was interested to learn I was not alone in these feelings, and eager to learn more: Vulture’s article “Mila Kunis, Jennifer Lawrence, and the Delicate Formula for Becoming America’s Best Friend"

5. There aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything I need/want to get done. So I’m always open to articles about balancing work and personal life demands and this one had a couple good tips. I’m liking Women’s Health more and more; subscription time I do believe: Women’s Health article "How to Have a Life Outside of Work” http://pintsofpeonies.blogspot.com/2013/02/favorite-finds-productivity-paper-pinot.html

And the winner is...

Like many other women, 

the most entertaining and anticipated part of award shows for me is the red carpet

 and the styles that the stars choose to wear. 

While I wish I was more blown away by both the looks and the Oscar show itself, 

there were definitely some fashion winners 

(and lackluster losers) 

from last night’s Academy Awards. 

Special shout outs to Charlize, Kerry and Naomi, 

three looks that I absoultely loved.

While everyone can’t be the absolute best dressed of the night, 

homage still needs to be paid to those who didn’t disappoint, 

those who strutted stylishly down the carpet

rocking new shapes, bright, fun colors

or the perfect amount of ruffle.

But Oscar wasn’t the only one sporting shining starlets; 

the after parties were where some really sparkled, 

where Jennifer and Amanda wore much better looks than earlier in the evening,

and ladies like Amy and Miranda absolutely shined.

I would have loved to see some more of this on the red carpet,

more risks, glamour, and subtle sexiness.

Who were your fashion favorites?

photos via People.com & E Online

Favorite Finds: Productivity, Paper & Pinot

A lot of various articles and websites grab my attention as I spend so much time online all day, for work and play. I often save these to read later at night when I have some free time or end up emailing myself links to read eventually, as I sometimes can’t find time to read longer length articles in the middle of my busy work weeks. 

While some articles are simply read, acknowledged and I move on, there are others that I thoroughly enjoy, that I’m eager to discuss, that I'd love to share with others.

And since I also love classic lists, here is a collection of some of my recent favorite finds that I’ve discovered and read lately:

1. Continuing with my belief in being more efficient with your time instead of just putting in the hours for hours sake: New York Times article “Relax! You’ll Be More Productive"

2. Motivation to not give up: The Power of Persistence from The Now Stylebook

3. After reading this piece on Jennifer Lawrence, I was even more excited for her Oscar win last night: Vanity Fair’s February 2013 cover story

4. Because anytime we take the characters out of Downton and into modern age, I’m amused: Downton Abbey Alive on Facebook 

5. One of my favorite weddings sites branching out into home style and including my favorite stationer:  Style Me Pretty at Home with Stationery from Cheree Berry Paper

6. Stumbled upon a gem of a site, immediately adding it to my Daily Reads: Note to Self

7. I heart cupcakes, I heart wine, and I heart Cupcake Vineyards, mostly due to their cute label designs. Doesn’t hurt to brush up on some vino basics either: Wine Education & Tasting 101 on The Everygirl