The Preppiest Flops Yet

Have you seen Tucker Blair's Needlepoint Flip Flops? Now if only your Grandmother could make you something like this! I'll take a pair of the crabs in Medium, thank you very much.

My First Ebay Sales

I've bought plenty of items on Ebay, but this is my first attempt to sell a few items to make some room in my closet. (And this will also enable me to buy more baby clothes for Baby J.) Over the next few weeks, I'll be selling things that don't fit me anymore (or never did), maternity clothes, baby clothes that I won't be saving and whatever else I can find to help make some more room in our closets! I would love to do business with my readers so here is the link to the things I'm selling. Feel free to ask me questions. Happy Shopping!

See below for the first few links that include some Haviannas, BCBG Girls, JCrew Flats and Flip Flops and Anne Klein heels. I'll continue to update y'all as I list things.

My Ebay Shoe Sale

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160337305386

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160337298784

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160337308676

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160337310869

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160337294994

Hurricane Season Shoes

A friend just forwarded me this and I had to share! If you are from the Gulf Coast you'll appreciate anything to make you laugh about the not so funny hurricane heading up the Gulf.

Green with Envy

In honor of St. Paddy's Day, here are a few green spring essentials I have my eye on. Happy St. Patrick's day everyone!

These Green pants from Gap are precious!

These shoes are now on sale for $27.99. Does anyone own them? I'm trying to decide what size I would need.

This cute green bag is from Gap and is on sale for $14.99.


These cute flats from Ann Taylor Loft (for only $39.00)

This beach chair tote from Vineyard Vines.

These flip flops from Vineyard Vines

This fabulous Kate Spade bag.

These precious Lilly flats at PiperLime.

This skirt from Banana Republic.

This bracelet from Old Navy for $12.50

This clutch from Old Navy for $13.99

~ A YEAR AGO TODAY~ and ~ and~ and!! (I was busy)

You're Invited!

A few things I found that make me smile...

Looks like a lot of good stuff you want (I mean you need) doesn't it...well now is your lucky chance...

Magnolias, Marriage and Manhattan Blog is hosting a party for Preppy Monogrammed Gifts and you’re invited!

DATE: February 3rd through February 10th

(that means start checking it out today and buying tomorrow)


Shopping Time: 24 hours a day

LOCATION: http://www.preppymonogrammedgifts.com/

Phone: 800.659.4314

Look at this great website filled with awesome preppy finds. A week of fantabulous shopping at Preppy Monogrammed Gifts.We hope you can join in for the fun. Check out what Preppy Monogrammed Gifts can offer you. Stay out of the cold and enjoy shopping for
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Hostess Name: MMMPARTY

At checkout make sure you enter your hostess name so that she will benefit from all sales for her show. She might be spending some of her well earned preppy cash on a gift for you!

MORE: Learn about opportunities to host a e-show for your friends and family. Contact me at magnoliasmarriageandmanhattan@gmail.com or Preppy Monogrammed Gifts info@preppymonogrammedgifts.com

You can have a lot of fun earning preppy cash too!It’s as easy as 1 , 2, 3 and you don’t even have to clean your house. Happy Shopping!

There is a special surprise being donated to one of the lucky shoppers and also a great prize being donated on my blog in a few weeks. Good Luck!

The Ultimate Preppy Christmas List

The Ultimate Preppy Christmas List was compiled with the help of my readers suggestions. I had originally planned to make this list very pretty and put pictures...but as y'all know this time of year gets very busy and the best I can offer you is links. I hope you enjoy all of these great preppy finds. Many of them are still available...but act quickly if you want to get something personalized! I hope you enjoy!!

Monogrammed Door Mat from The Palm Gifts
http://www.thepalmgifts.com/products/sg-monogrammed-doormats-2.htm

Personalized Throw Pillow from Ballard Designs
http://www.ballarddesigns.com/Linens-Fabrics/Throw-Pillows/Ballard-Basic-Pillow-Cover-Only/p/3519?path=1%2C2%2C1465%2C1516&iProductID=3519

For Your Preppy Puppy
http://www.atierney.com/Shop/ItemDisplay.aspx?ProductId=2295&PageIndex=1
http://www.atierney.com/Shop/ItemDisplay.aspx?ProductId=590&PageIndex=1
http://www.atierney.com/Shop/ItemDisplay.aspx?ProductId=660&PageIndex=1

Personalized Cosmetic Bag for $19.00 from Preppy Monogrammed Gifts
http://www.preppymonogrammedgifts.com/catalog.php?item=193&catid=25&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D25

Three Designing Women Stamper from The Paper Cafe
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/giftsaccessories/customstampers/2919_3dwcs3303customstamper.asp

Turq Becca Earrings
http://www.turqjewelry.com/beeape.html

Hand Painted Christmas Tree Ornament for $30.00 from Lovely Stitches
http://www.lovelystitches.com/catalog.php?item=1153&new=yes&ret=catalog.php%3Fnew%3Dyes

Preppy Monogram Decal Stickers
http://www.electrasmonograms.com/main.sc

Monogrammed Salad Set from The Palm Gifts
http://www.thepalmgifts.com/products/cs-salad-bowl-set.htm

Whitney English Clipboard with Personalized Notepaper from The Paper Cafe
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/notepads/notesheets/wens3074madraspinknotesheets.asp

Crab Key Fob for $22.00 from The Pink Monogram
http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=2873

Personalized Wall Art by The Paper Menu from The Paper Cafe
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/giftsaccessories/wallart/personalizedwallart.asp

Preppy Pens from Preppy Monogrammed Gifts for $9.00
http://www.preppymonogrammedgifts.com/catalog.php?item=344&catid=30&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D30

Cocktails for the Beach for $15.00 from The Pink Monogram
http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=2407

Turq Penelope Earrings for $65.00
http://www.turqjewelry.com/peea1.html

Monogrammed Acrylic Salt and Pepper Shakers from The Pink Monogram for $38.00. http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=3269

Lucky Stripes Kitchen Ensemble from Bed, Bath and Beyond
http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=108323

Vineyard Vines Ties
http://www.vineyardvines.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/products.browse/categoryID/17cad955-fe57-4c9f-a394-ecbcda57d203/

Monogrammed Acrylic Cotton Ball and Q-tip Holder from The Pink Monogram for $36.00
http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=3267

Monogrammed Magnets from The Palm Gifts
http://www.thepalmgifts.com/products/sg-magnets-2.htm

Monogrammed Pet Bowl from Preppy Monogrammed Gifts for $26.00
http://www.preppymonogrammedgifts.com/catalog.php?item=351&catid=34&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D34

Monogrammed Acrylic Pencil Holder from The Pink Monogram for $18.00
http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=3268

Old Navy Polka Dot Socks for $6.50
http://www.oldnavy.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=26519&pid=505465&scid=505465012&vid=-1

Monogrammed Photo Album from Lovely Stitches for $20.00
http://www.lovelystitches.com/catalog.php?item=3&catid=45&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D45

Turq Diana Earrings for $98.00
http://www.turqjewelry.com/dieacr.html

Monogrammed Acrylic Cookbook Stand from The Pink Monogram for $42.00
http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=989

Monogrammed Notecards from The Palm Gifts
http://www.thepalmgifts.com/products/ch-notecards-personalized-tote-pink-green.htm

Personalized Apron for $20.00 from Lovely Stitches
http://www.lovelystitches.com/catalog.php?item=621&catid=162&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D162

Monogrammed Polka Dot Umbrella from The Pink Monogram for $28.00
http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=3153

Monogrammed Linen Pillow
http://www.thepinkmonogram.com/php/first.php?ACT=2257

Preppy Personalized Stockings from Preppy Monogrammed Gifts for $16.00
http://www.preppymonogrammedgifts.com/catalog.php?item=457&catid=16&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D16

Monogrammed Checkbook Cover from Lovely Stitches for $12.00
http://www.lovelystitches.com/catalog.php?item=6&catid=40&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D40

Vineyard Vines Belts
http://www.vineyardvines.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/products.browse/categoryID/6a0a7740-34de-425b-bc48-90533c1f0b02/

Engraved Business Card Holder for $18.00 from Invite Cottage
http://www.invitecottage.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=HSG50

Monogrammed Contact Cards by The Paper Menu from The Paper Cafe
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/giftideas/forher/29_pmmonogramsquarescallingcardpinkgreen.asp

Monogrammed Paper Cube from The Palm Gifts
http://www.thepalmgifts.com/products/de-monogrammed-gifts-paper-cubes.htm

Engraved Paper Weight for for $28.00
http://www.invitecottage.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=HSG54

Vineyard Vines Totes
http://www.vineyardvines.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/products.browse/categoryID/7c6ba3b6-5f2c-42b0-b59b-f4075d9e5429/

Engraved Cuff Links for $38.00
http://www.invitecottage.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=HSG54

For $18.00-Monogrammed Croakies from Invite Cottage
http://www.invitecottage.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=MONOGRAMMED-CROAKIES-GREEN

Turq Alex Necklace
http://www.turqjewelry.com/alex.html

Monogrammed Bottle Opener Key Chain for $15.00 from Preppy Monogrammed Gifts
http://www.preppymonogrammedgifts.com/catalog.php?item=53&catid=26&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D26

JCrew Ballet Slippers for $49.50
http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml?id=prod88668261&catId=cat250131

Wool Trim Ear Muffs from Jcrew for $39.50
http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml?id=prod91169261&catId=cat250132

Seda France Toile Lycee Candle from Paper Buzz for $32.00
https://www.paperbuzz.com/p-2057-toile-pagoda-asian-lychee-candle.aspx

A Year of Seeds from The Red Envelope for $70.00
http://www.redenvelope.com/re/gifts/product_display/product_information.jsp?nc=51482&refPg=%2fproduct_display%2fgift_results.jsp&bct2=occasion&bcp2=1&bcm2=1%24%24-8031&bct4=birthday&bcp4=3&bcm4=1%24%24-8035&bct5=flowers+%2B+gourmet&bcp5=4&bcm5=29$$%2Foccasion%2Fbirthday%2Fflowers+%2B+gourmet@@30$$-12681@@35$$12681&catOid=-12681&oid=23039808&nc2=1

Houndstooth Old Navy Thow for $5.00!!
http://www.oldnavy.com/browse/product.do?cid=37198&pid=521802&scid=521802032

Embosser from The Paper Cafe
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/giftsaccessories/embossers/1023_3dwembosser3428.asp

Monogrammed Nail File for $16.00 from Preppy Monogrammed Gifts
http://www.preppymonogrammedgifts.com/catalog.php?item=320&catid=3&ret=catalog.php%3Fpage%3D2%26category%3D3

Personalized Gingerbread House from Williams Sonoma
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/l926/index.cfm?cm%5Fsrc=PRODVIEW&showsku=8365736&bnrid=3101540&cm_ven=E3&cm_cat=EDM&cm_pla=071211%20Candy%20%20&cm_ite=071211%20Candy%20HouseH&flash=on&cm_ref=http%3A//mail.google.com/mail/%3Fui%3D2%26view%3Dbsp%26ver%3Dymdfwq781tpu

Sterling Silver Cuff Link Knots for $58.00
http://www.redenvelope.com/re/gifts/product_display/product_information.jsp?nc=26104&refPg=%2fproduct_display%2fgift_results.jsp&bct2=recipient&bcp2=1&bcm2=1%24%24-8070&bct4=for+him&bcp4=3&bcm4=1%24%24-8072&bct5=cuff+links+%2B+jewelry&bcp5=4&bcm5=29$$%2Frecipient%2Ffor+him%2Fcuff+links+%2B+jewelry@@30$$-12580@@35$$12580&catOid=-12580&oid=25322104&nc2=1

Hidden Message Coller Stays from The Red Envelope for $35.00
http://www.redenvelope.com/re/gifts/product_display/product_information.jsp?nc=21078&refPg=%2fproduct_display%2fgift_results.jsp&bct2=occasion&bcp2=1&bcm2=1%24%24-8031&bct5=best+of+holiday&bcp5=4&bcm5=29$$%2Foccasion%2Fbest+of+holiday@@30$$-12810@@35$$12810&catOid=-12810&oid=23163312&nc2=1

Comfort and Joy Candle from Give Simple for $18.00
http://www.givesimple.com/items.aspx?product=455

The Newlyweds Book of Firsts from Give Simple for $9.95
http://www.givesimple.com/items.aspx?product=371

Turq Courtney Necklace
http://www.turqjewelry.com/courtney.html

Dot Memo Set from The Paper Cafe
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/giftsaccessories/otherfunstuff/3304_dddtbldottiesmemosetlimeturq.asp

Personalized Christmas Ornaments for $24.00
http://www.alphabetsoupgifts.com/Ornaments-hand-painted-personalized.html

Vineyard Vines Cable Sweater
http://www.vineyardvines.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/products.detail/categoryID/d47d58ec-a208-468d-acfb-e608c8ec0155/productID/6f5f63a4-c875-486f-8fcb-bbc1437eb518/

Personalzed Hicks Paper Notecards from The Paper Menu
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/stationery/foldovernotecards/hpnc305urbanfloralyellownotecard.asp

Bow Pads for $25.00
http://www.alphabetsoupgifts.com/MM%20Ribbon%20Pads.htm

Polka Dot Cup Sleeve for $12.00
http://www.wishingfish.com/510649k.html

Ribbon Notepads for $16.00
http://www.alphabetsoupgifts.com/Monogrammed%20Ribbon%20Notepads.htm

Notepad Set for $22.00 from Alphabet Soup
http://www.alphabetsoupgifts.com/Lilly-paper-sets.html

Personalized Placemat Set of 4 for $60.00 from Alphabet Soup
http://www.alphabetsoupgifts.com/placemats-personalized.html

Personalized Post It Holder for $20.00 from Mulberry Moon
http://www.mulberrymoon.com/Personalized_Post_It_Note_Holder_Non_Tarnish_p/cgi-03054.htm

Monogrammed Party Tub for $29.00
http://www.alphabetsoupgifts.com/Party-bucket-tub-monogrammed.html

Personalized Plaid Mat
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/fn388/index.cfm?cm_src=5136523F-0594-4F21-39CB24B869492F8B

Candy Cane Amaryllis
http://www.wishingfish.com/110596.html

Monogrammed Carafe
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/7108798/index.cfm?clg=64&cm_src=5136523F-0594-4F21-39CB24B869492F8B

Preppy Painted Frame for $40.00
http://www.inthisveryroom.com/ncupistfr.html

Notecards from The Paper Cafe
http://www.thepapercafe.net/products/stationery/foldovernotecards/1349_dd505kellynotecards.asp

Inital Cutting Board for $34.00
http://www.inthisveryroom.com/nincubo.html

Mirror Picture Frame for $14.95
http://www.papyrusonline.com/product/gifts/frames/4x6+green+filigree+mirror+-+frame_415510.do

Inspire Candle for $34.00
http://www.papyrusonline.com/product/gifts/candles/petite+inspire+-+candle_412895.do

Engraved Candle $30.00
http://www.mulberrymoon.com/Monogrammed_Wax_Luminary_p/lum10.htm

Monogrammed Soap for $11.00
http://www.mulberrymoon.com/Engraved_Monogrammed_Soap_White_Tulips_Hyacinth_p/gswt.htm

monogrammed gift enclosure cards from The Paper Cafe

Monogrammed Linen Bathroom Accesssories from Ballard Designs
http://www.ballarddesigns.com/Accessories/Bathroom-Accessories/Monogrammed-Linen-Wastebasket-Ribbon-Trim/p/3796?RS=1&keyword=ribbon

Gift Stickers from The Paper Cafe

Monogrammed Planter from Ballard Designshttp://www.ballarddesigns.com/Accessories/Personalized-Items/Monogrammed-Planter/p/2408?path=1%2C2%2C1558%2C1565%2C0&iProductID=2408

Prep by Month Calendar from The Paper Cafe for $15.00

Animal print driving mocs from Steve Madden

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/28240674/c/129645.html

Cupcake ornament-It's Pink & Green too!http://www.everafterstore.com/xmas_ornament_cupcake_green_pink_pmint.html

Personalized tervis tumblers
http://www.tervis.com/store/retail/product.aspx?PGID=217&CID=21

Pewter cuff bracelet. The look of silver, without the polishing.
http://www.snappycasualgifts.net/catalog/item/4861492/5026657.htm

Polka dot party coasters to use all year round.
http://www.snappycasualgifts.net/catalog/item/4861497/5136038.htm

LL Bean Wool Pea Coat in the fun coral color. Or go with the classics of navy & camel.
http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?page=wool-blend-peacoat&categoryId=23447&storeId=1&catalogId=1&langId=-1&parentCategory=503049&cat4=503042&shop_method=pp&feat=503049-tn

J.Crew Double Cloth Sybil Coat
http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml?id=prod90884261&catId=cat250179J.Crew

Leather Bound Calendar
http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/multiProduct.jhtml?ids=prod90326261,prod90327261,prod90859261#


J.Crew Tartan Ballet Flats
http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml?id=prod88556261&catId=cat250220

Vineyard Vines Wristlet
http://www.vineyardvines.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/products.browse/categoryID/b2dd093e-3d70-44c3-863f-e4ffd96b9524/

The Palm Gifts Monogrammed Umbrella
http://www.thepalmgifts.com/products/hs-monogrammed-umbrella-blue.htm

Ralph Lauren Style Book
http://www.ralphlauren.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=2908952&cp=1760787&SMR=1&ab=%20ln_40_buythebook

L.L. Bean Blueberry Breakfast Gift Set
http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?categoryId=38895&storeId=1&catalogId=1&langId=-1&feat=38905-ppxs&dds=y

Pottery Barn Monogrammed Soaps
http://www.potterybarn.com/products/p8854/index.cfm?pkey=ggftofgper

Kate Spade Makeup Case
http://www.katespade.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2839494&cp=1866705&view=all&parentPage=family

Kate Spade Bow Clutch
http://www.katespade.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2891338&cp=1863844.2620198&view=all&parentPage=family

Kate Spade Rain Shoe
http://www.katespade.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2797426&cp=2666615&view=all&parentPage=family

Pink Sponge Gloves
http://www.wishingfish.com/210608.html

High Heel Server
http://www.wishingfish.com/heelserver.html

Pink and Green Pad
http://www.brickhousepaperie.com/product_17590_Dark_Pink_Rugby_Lime_Border_Note_Pad_cat_308.html

Damask Luggage Tags
http://www.brickhousepaperie.com/product_18620_Damask_Black_Tag_cat_399.html

J Crew "Wool jersey shift dress."
http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml?id=prod86404261&catId=cat250175

Tocca Candles
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P5609&categoryId=B65

Philosophy Amazing Grace 3 in 1
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P4682&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=3866

Crane Calling Cards in Ivory
http://www.reavesengraving.com/sf-ss-callcard.aspx

Philosophy Kiss Me Lip Trio
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P195304&categoryId=C17602&shouldPaginate=true

Nars Multiple Orgasam Set
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P167404&categoryId=RPYMAL&shouldPaginate=true

Philosphy Candy Cane 3 in 1
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P163904&categoryId=RPCS

Mercury Candlesticks for $38.00http://www.beachdwelling.com/productdetails.php?intID=723&title=Mercury%20Ball%20Candlesticks

Silver Placecard Holders for $30.00 http://www.beachdwelling.com/productdetails.php?intID=305&title=Placecard+Holders

Ribbon Plates for $150.00http://www.beachdwelling.com/productdetails.php?intID=641&title=Victoria+Creamware+Plates

A Long Post in Celebration of my 300th Post!

Hello ladies! (And gents...are there any gentleman out there???) Just thought I would give you a quick update on life in the big city. I have not been as homesick this week, so that is a good thing! My husband (I still love saying that) and I had a really good weekend last weekend. As usual the highlights involve food. =) On Friday night we went here with some new friend (they are also from the South and the guy works with my husband) for a WONDERFUL dinner! The wait was a little long, but the steak was one of the best I've ever had. It was such a nice treat! On Saturday we were really craving some Southern BBQ to go with our football game (no comment) so we went here for the 2nd half of the Bama game. It's not quite as good as at home, but it is pretty close and I love all their BBQ sauces. On Sunday we met one of our other couple friends for Brunch here. It was great!

This week has been pretty uneventful. I got a few online orders...from Jcrew-I got the Italian flannel Emma dress, the black abby jacket and the Emily silk chiffon dress. I am keeping Emma and Abby, but Emily is AWFUL! It is NOT flattering. I'm really thinking about ordering the Lyndsey dress in holiday red or the Lilly Sienna dress for the rehearsal dinner. Which one do you think I would use more? PLEASE help! I just love both of them! Out of all my choices I shared before, I went to go get the Eliza J black dress and it is back ordered until Feb 15th! Did y'all all order it? Ha, Ha! OK, so forget that and on to other options...

Last night I ventured to Saks to search out some of the dresses I had seen online. I was mesmerized by the winter wonderland they have created on the ground floor. Wow! I finally made it to the dress floor and I was in heaven. I found a bunch of the dresses I had listed before a few posts ago. I tried on this one...hello potato sack! I tried on my BCBG silver lace dress. It is really pretty, but I'm not 100% sold because it is a little pricey and their are pleats right below the sash that I'm just not sure flatter my hips. It's not horrible, but not the best ever either...but the dress is so pretty in person! Also, there is another BCBG lace dress that is black and white that is not on their website and I think it might be a little more flattering. I am going to head back there on Saturday when I have a little bit more time to think. I only had twenty minutes before closing time and I was distracted by these shoes that they had set out for me to try on with my dresses. Hello lovelies! I did manage to pick up a really cute BCBG navy wrap dress for $63.00! This one is also on sale for the same price and I might have to go back and get it too! Saks still has a tone on sale right now both at the store and online. I also found this one and thought it was pretty cute. Hmm. What do y'all think? The wedding is only a few weeks away and I've got to find something soon! Suggestions appreciated.

After my shopping spree, I went over to a friend's house for her Project Runway premier party. We had a blast! She bought a case of champagne that we enjoyed while munching on a great variety of dips and cheeses. This is one of my old friends from college that lives up here and this was the first time I got to meet all her NYC friends. They were all very nice (and mostly from the South) and I really enjoyed myself. It was a nice change to have a girls night out. My husband left on a business trip to Houston last night, so I'm on my own until Friday night. I slept horribly last night! It amazes me how much I'm just used to having him there. I miss him so much and it has only been 24 hours that I haven't seen him. Pathetic, I know.

In other news, ladies we have to help out out Wendy. She writes,

"Okay, I am in a crisis!!! My husband and I always take our vacation in the fall/winter because of his business. Works for me because I have a 50% chance that I don’t have to worry about swimsuits. Fat chance (no pun intended) this year!!! Where can a 30-something preppy find a bathing suit? JCrew bikinis are too skimpy for me and I am iffy on Lilly Pulitzer’s resort bathing suits. If you have time, I appreciate any input."

Please post any ideas you have for her!

On to another subject. What do you want for Christmas? I'm going to attempt to put together the Ultimate Preppy Christmas List. Please email me at magnoliasmarriageandmanhattan@gmail.com a link to one or more preppy items that are on your Christmas list and I'll post them all in the Ultimate Preppy Christmas List! How much fun!

I hope everyone has a wonderful day today!

Shopping Codes:

Kate Spade Sample Sale:
https://www.katespade.com/samples...L:11_13_07
Sale lasts Nov 13-16 and prices are up to 60% off!

http://www.anntaylor.com/
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A Few More Wedding Details...

These are some more professional pictures of details used in my wedding on June 30, 2007. All of the pictures were taken by Courtland Richards photography. Please ask permission (email me at magnoliasmarraigeandmanhattan@gmail.com) before you post the images and certainly do not copy the images unless you give Courtland credit. I hope you enjoy!

Our golf cart decorated for our get-away! My wedding coordinator took the flowers from the door of the church and used them on the golf cart. My friend S made the sign on the back of the golf cart that said "Just Married."


I love this pick of a few of my bridesmaids showing off their flip flops. I got them from Old Navy and then we decorated them with pink ribbon. I also love the wide variety of tans my girls have! =)

Our wedding huggies with our wedding logo done by I Do Originals.

Our fabulous candy bar in pink and green candies and the Love Sweet Love sign made by S.

***To see more pictures from our wedding, find the labels section on the right hand site of the page or click here for the labels for weddings or wedding accessories!***

My Favorites

1. I'm currently carrying a chocolate brown Le Pliage Longchamp bag.

2. I have a small classic black Kate Spade wallet similar to this one.

3. My sunglasses are tortoise shell Costas, but I really want the ones I posted in my bday post (see Aug 15th.)

4. My favorite lip glosses are Chanel in Twinkle and Bobbi Brown lip shimmer in Rose Sugar.

5. My favorite flats are my BC Footwear's Babycakes. I have them in chocolate brown, black, and tan. They are the most comfortable flats I've ever owned. I also love my new JCrew Marsala metallic gold flats. I got them during one of the sales.

Roll Tide Shoes!

A good friend of mine sent me a picture of these Roll Tide Shoes from Ann Taylor Loft.(Houndstooth is sacred to Alabama because Bear Bryant always wore a houndstooth hat, in case you were wondering.) Anyways, I had to have them and they just came today. Thought I would share them with all of you Bama fans and figured a few of you might just think they were the perfect fall flat! Want to know what else makes them perfect...they are only $39.00! I ordered a 9 and they are a little big, so I might have to exchange them...but they are oh so cute and I want to wear them this weekend to the Alabama bar in NYC!

On The Lookout...

Hi friends! I'm looking for some the following, please let me know if you have any ideas:

1) A personalized tub/bucket to put Daisy's toys in. They are taking over our apartment!

2) A classy looking (but not too expensive) bulletin board for our kitchen. We have a stainless refrigerator and I can't put up my invitations.

3) A reasonably priced (this is a theme) desk chair to go with our new desk.

4) The perfect pair of winter boots for NYC.

5) A great pair of black flats (for under $100.00) for work and play.

Bonanno's or Barefoot Sale

I finally ordered the platinum and gold I've been lusting after all summer to add to my "city" flat collection. Every girl needs a pair of dress up sandals. Get yours now!!

Bonanno's or barefoot sale!
August 25 thru Sept 8
For 2 weeks!!!

Every pair of Bonanno's:
$20.00 OFF!

When ordering on-line please mention:
"Bonanno's or barefoot"

Vineyard Vines Whale of a Sale

Hi friends! Head over to Vineyard Vines for their Whale of a Sale. I just picked up the following late birthday presents for myself. I also got a little surprise for my hubbie...this is my first purchase for him since we got married. I hope he likes it!

I got this Roll Tide Red shirt for $46.50 (normally$62.00) . He's going to try to fly home for the first game since I'm leaving him to go to one of my best friend's bachelorette parties in the keys!

I LOVE this simple pink v-neck tee and I got it for only $27.00 (normally $45.00)!



The pink lemonade shirt....on sale for $38.00 (normally $62.00)!

They didn't have the ones I wanted for my b-day in my size, so I got these cute pink and green starfish for only $24.00 (normally $39.50)! I hope they get here before Labor Day!

Hurry over to Vineyard Vines and get your last preppy summer fix! Let me know what you pick up!

My Birthday Wish List

My birthday is tomorrow and I put together the ultimate dream list of the 27 things I've got my eye on in honor of my 27th! So, don't hesitate. Pick something out and send it my way! =) Ha, Ha! It is so fun to wish ...I hope you enjoy my list as much as I enjoy dreaming about it. Happy Birthday to Me!


I'm still young at heart and I want to see Broadway's version of one of my favorites!

Loving these Jcrew flats...I don't think this NYC girl can have enough!

This fabulous fall jacket in Roll Tide Crimson from Jcrew.

This is on my list for when I turn 30...but I'm going to start dreaming about it this year.

African Safari

Vineyard Vines Polos, any color is fine...thanks.

Vineyard Vines Flip flops...I'm loving these!

Vineyard Vines Sweaters

Tory Burch flats

A few more pairs of Hanky Panky low rise thongs. I have two pairs and I LOVE them!

Birthday Cupcakes from Crumbs.

A commissioned piece of art from her, one of my very best friends!

A piece of art from her, especially one of these Mardi Gras prints!

Tickets to see my favorite at my new hometown concert location...Madison Square Gardens!

A day here please. Really any spa will do, I'm not picky.

Burberry Trench...this is a wish list people... I know it's not in the budget right now...but I sure would smile a little more when it started raining if I got to put this beauty on every time!

My subscription lapsed and I'm dying here. I need a renewal!

Tiffany's cushion drop earrings....what I told you it was the dream list? It's my birthday and I can dream if I want to!

Crane Calling cards with our names!!

Three Designing Woman Address Stamp from The Paper Cafe with our new address (and my new name)

Chanel Gardenia Perfume

I've had my eye on this for awhile! I love it!

For dressing up the look (just a tad) and keeping the comfort in the city!
Havaianas Slim Flip Flops in Beige/Gold

My Costa's aren't cutting it in the city. I need (I mean want) some of these...

Tocca Candles

These are my favorite and I'm all out.

Refill of my favorite Philosophy products, Cinnamon Buns.

Amazing Grace Bubble Bath

I've tried the 3 in one, but not the bubbles and I LOVE bubble baths!

Repetto Ballet Flats in Silver and Black

Platinum and Gold Bonnanos