Je Meurs: My 5 Favorite Things...

Alright y'all, I'm switching things up since I haven't done a favorite things in a while. I'm going to break down my favorite 5 trends this week, instead of things. I hope that's okay. Let's go.....

1. Adult Tie-Dye

These images from Honestly WTF started my obsession... 

http://honestlywtf.com/editorials/tie-dyed

Geneva then taught me how to achieve it....

http://apair-andaspare.blogspot.com/2011/05/diy-dries-van-noten-inspired-dip-dye.html

and Bright Bazaar showed me how to bring it in my home.

http://brightbazaar.blogspot.com/2011/05/livingetc-june-2011-my-scrapbook.html

2.  Delicate/Detailed Shorts

I know I've said this before but I'm GREEN with envy when I see women who can pull off these delicate shorts. Unless they're for running, I haven't worn actual shorts (jeans or anything else) since middle school. I'm black y'all. My thickem thighs have been rubbing together since I could walk, plus my big behind would just look awkward.

http://www.brooklynblonde.com/2011/06/checkers-lace.html

http://vanessajackman.blogspot.com/2011/05/violaine.html

Syd and Sam did a DIY on how to scallop your own leather shorts.

http://sylandsam.blogspot.com/2011/04/102-leather-punching.html

http://apair-andaspare.blogspot.com/2010/10/for-those-of-you-going-into-summer-diy.html

http://seablanket.blogspot.com/2011/02/look-of-week_24.html

http://heartandbleecker.blogspot.com/2011/05/ive-got-your-number.html

http://twelveofour.blogspot.com/2011/05/creature-comforts-silk-shorts-comfy-tee.html

3. DIY

Whenever I'm having a weird hair day, or a fly away that won't lay down correctly, I always turn to a twist or a braid. It adds a feminine touch to any outfit. Check out Maegan's DIY on how to accomplish this look....loves.

www.lovemaegan.com/2011/05/partial-french-braid-cascading-hair.html

My heart skipped a beat when I saw these stairs...I can't even. With the small mirrors Michael's or Hobby Lobby sells, this can be an achievable finished project.  

http://www.theglamourai.com/2011/05/inspiration-spectrum.html

I bought China her first welcome mat for her new house but I wish I would have saw this DIY first. My gift would have been even more special if it was custom made. Ah well.

http://www.whatsupwhimsy.com/2011/05/home-sweet-home-door-mat.html

I have always imagined a long dining room table that could fit my whole family, but have it's own simple style. TADAAAAA! This table is simply perfect.

http://lamaisondannag.blogspot.com/2011/06/bois-de-pin.html

http://www.designsponge.com/2011/06/before-after-paneled-wood-wall.html

http://www.outsapop.com/2011/06/closed-leather-sleeve-hoodie.html

4. black/white/grey/brown

I didn't realize until I was compiling this post but I flag every single post from La maison d'Anna G. We share similar tastes but her eye for design is way more advanced then mine. [heart]

http://lamaisondannag.blogspot.com/2011/05/tuesday-mix.html

http://lamaisondannag.blogspot.com/2011/05/contraste-en-finlande.html

http://twelveofour.blogspot.com/2011/05/in-mood-for-emma-watson-oil-ink.html

http://amberinteriordesign.blogspot.com/2011/05/member-this-on-memorial-day.html

http://lamaisondannag.blogspot.com/2011/05/rocknroll-chic.html

http://somekindofwonderful-mj.blogspot.com/2011/05/det-kreativa-bordet.html

http://lamaisondannag.blogspot.com/2011/06/apaisant.html

5. Design Inspiration

That coat....sigh...so chic.

http://www.cheetahisthenewblack.com/2011/05/rainy-day-wear.html

These cigarette pants are so fashionable and timeless, ugh! I left Corporate America but these pants alone make me reconsider.

http://www.dreamanddress.com/2011/05/outfit-inspiration-suit-yourself.html

This burnt orange/red American Apparel maxi skirt is such a necessary staple for summer.

http://www.befrassy.com/2011/05/flame-skirt.html

If you know this blog you KNOW I loves me some colored velvet. This post by Amber Interior Designs is all about blue velvet. I'm adding this headboard to my wish list...it's absolute heaven.

http://amberinteriordesign.blogspot.com/2011/05/blue-monday.html

AfterDRK has quickly become my favorite fashion blog. This woman's style is impeccable and the very essence of what I wish my closet to look like.

http://afterdrk.freshnet.se/2011/05/25/20110525/

Warm weather and an outdoor space is something I never knew I wanted until I got it. As soon as I saw this picture I knew I wanted to figure out how my backyard could resemble this one. An outdoor movie, wine and friends...yes please.

http://looklingerlove.blogspot.com/2011/05/in-mail.html

Frassy's apartment is mirrored after her fashion sense and I fell in love with this space as soon as I saw it. I'm learning how to edit because let me tell ya...blank walls make me stir crazy. Her apartment pulls off the organized chaos look though.

http://www.befrassy.com/2011/05/so-you-all-this-is-my-flat.html

As much as I luuurve black/white/grey/brown color schemes, I adore pops of blush pinks as well. This room has the perfect balance of feminine design.

http://starringnobody.blogspot.com/2011/05/at-home-essentials.html

If you do a weekly favorite things...link me to your site so my readers and I can check it out!

Love.