I am so, SO excited for the weekend.  I love to watch my boys prep for Halloween night.  The night is really not my favorite, but they are totally into it and seeing them happy is always a good thing.  I had not allowed mini-sized candy into my house until this week.  And for good reason!  Who can resist a Snickers bar?  Not me, obviously.  Sunday afternoon we are Buenos Aires bound.  {Whaa?}  One whole week of exploring the South American city, eating steak, drinking Malbec, and maybe a little hiking and dancing the Tango thrown in for good measure.  I won’t be posting here on the blog next week, but please follow my trip and adventure on Instagram.  {@seattlejune}

Haircut follow up:  You know when you go on a blind date and the minute you meet him you instantly know he is “the one”?!  Yep, pretty much the same thing with my new stylist.

A round-up of things that inspire and interest me this week:

1. Anyone been to Buenos Aires?  We would love any recommendations.

2.  To know me is to know I am obsessed with cross-body bags.  The fringe on this bag is everything!

3.  Do you follow Garance?  We would be best friends if I lived in NYC.  Her new book is out this week.

4.  To travel is to live.

5.  First item to go on my holiday wish list:  these gloves.

6.  Peanut Butter Crispy Bars.  That’s all.

7.  A large graphic print fills a room with interest.

What do you have planned for the weekend?  I am looking forward to taking the kids to get pumpkins.  Our beloved farm is open again and so we are making the trek for pumpkins, mini doughnuts and cider!  I couldn’t be happier!  Little Man wants to make cut-out sugar cookies, so I will dig up the fall cookie cutters and whip up the dough today.  I love baking with the boys.

A collection of things that inspire and interest me this week:

1. This room screams cozy and comfortable.  Those woven IKEA poufs are pretty awesome and totally affordable.

2.  Stacks of baskets.  Wouldn’t these be great for blankets?  Or possibly a smaller one to hold TP in the bathroom?

3.  If you have tape and spray paint, you can start and complete this pumpkin DIY in no time!

4.  OMFG!  I am still obsessed with having a neon light somewhere in my house.

5.  A Dia de los Muertos inspired skull candy bowl is spot-on!  {And only $12}

6.  Chocolate Chip Cookie Jars.  They are perfect!

7.  Hoping this little white jacket fits perfectly.

PS//  I had to reschedule my hair appointment.  Getting it cut this week.  I will update accordingly.  xoxo

It has been such a busy and exciting week.  New things on the horizon for me and it is thrilling to be challenging myself in different ways.  We are never to old to push ourselves.  To move outside our comfort zones.  That is when great things happen.

And in super important news…….

I am getting my haircut next week by a new stylist.  It is kind of like going on a blind date, isn’t it?  One is so full of hope and praying that “this is the one”!  Wish me luck.  You know how these things can go.

A collection of things that inspire and interest me this week:

1.  Two-ingredient pumpkin brownies.  Making these this weekend!

2.  Emily Henderson’s new book Styled was released this week.  I can’t wait to read mine.  Digging this room she styled with neutrals.

3.  How beautiful is this nubuck leather messenger bag?

4.  French girls just seem to have it, don’t they? {This “uniform” is spot-on.}

5.  Yep, pretty much in love with these baubles.

6.  This cut and color are so amazing!  {That is her natural color.}  I found my new stylist on Instagram.  Is that creepy?

7.  After sending out a Facebook SOS to source this wire grid, I can’t wait to have it on my new desk!

And just like that it is the end of the week.  Hell ya for Friday!  We just finalized all of our travel plans for our trip to Argentina.  And yes, I am counting down the days.  Have you been to Buenos Aires?  I’d love any recommendations if you’ve got them.

I am still reeling from The Martian and having fantastic conversations with my boys about the film!   {Yesterday Little Man and I discussed how Watney pooped in space.}  If you haven’t already, you really must go this weekend.

A collection of things that inspire and interest me this week:

1. Instagram worthy!  The colorful buildings of the La Boca neighborhood in Buenos Aires.  {Stay tuned.}

2.  Black, white, gray, gold, and wood.  The perfect palette for a home.

3.  Mismatched cutlery in mason jars is pretty on display.

4.  A pennant to show my love!  {Other cities available.}

5.  I would love to wear my hair in this braid to an evening event.

6.  Chocolate chip and Caramel Sandwich Cookies.  That’s all.

7.   You must {MUST} watch the documentary, Iris.  She is the coolest bird around!

{Image of Iris Apfel via Vogue}

Guys, it’s October.  This week was awesome and not for any reason in particular!  I’m hoping this weekend is just as fun and productive.  I want to change the chalkboard wall, catch up on reading the latest magazines on my coffee table, and bake a delicious fall dessert!

A few things that inspire and interest me this week:

1. That pool!  The weather is still gorgeous here, but that pool at The Parker!

2.  High heel denim ankle boots.  It is officially boot season again.  {Only $69.90}

3.  We are looking for colorful art for our family room.  I {heart} this Agate print.

4.  I really need a day between Saturday and Sunday.  Who doesn’t?

5.  Totally in love with this front door.

6.  Pumpkin Spice Snack Cake with Maple Glaze.  That’s all.

7.  Nine years ago, I wore a pair of 7 For All Mankind “Dojo” jeans everyday for a year.  Wide legs are back.  Should I buy them again?

{Boots via designlovefest}