Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Where will you be having dinner this year? We'll be in Brooklyn with friends and a fireplace.

I'll be experimenting by turning off my computer for the rest of the week (we'll see how it goes; I doubt I can make it), but feel free to browse back through Cup of Jo or Smitten, if you'd like!

Also, I'm loving 1001 Rules for My Unborn Son. Mick Jagger made a cute groom, don't you think? And my blogger friend Leigh's husband just took her on a surprise trip--but where?!

Have a great week. See you Monday. xo

(Photo by The Selby)

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Another funny video...

(Video via A Beautiful Mind)

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Feeling Smitten...

My dears, here is an (early) weekly round-up of Smitten, my daily Glamour Magazine relationships blog...

Do you drink more when you're in a relationship?

The most adorable wedding photos--including a poofy headband!

Dating do or don't: Men with beards?

Cutest date for cold weather. (Hint: It involved marshmallows).

The three best scary movies for dates. Do you agree?

Which of these three date outfits would you wear?

John Krasinski has a new girlfriend. Sad.

Where are you heading for Thanksgiving?

(Photo by Max Wanger)

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A video to make you smile

Katie (of bearded boyfriend fame) made this adorable video, where she went outside and danced with strangers. She is awesome! P.S. She also does rad stuff with posterboard.

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Holiday Decorations

I thought you might like the holiday decorations post that I wrote over on Cookie. Check it out here...Aren't you excited to decorate for the holidays? xoxo
(Photo by Sharon Montrose)

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Etsy Find: Brass Duckling

Cute.

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I Love You, But....

This hilarious new website features drawings of people saying, "I love you, but..." It made me laugh!

(Via Heartthrobs)

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Wedding Dress

I'm loving this dress from British designer Stewart Parvin. Have you guys seen any similar dresses in stores? Or do you know anyone who does custom dresses? I'd love to figure out a way to create or find this look. Not-too-expensive wedding dresses are hard to find!
(Thank you, Martha)

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Have a wonderful weekend.

Have a great weekend, my lovelies. What are you up to? Alex and I are having a little dinner party tomorrow night, and I'm going to shop for a dress this evening. (Maybe this one?) Anyway, here are a few fabulous posts from around the web this week...

Grace goes to the library.

When I was feeling sad yesterday, this post helped lots.

Take that, co-workers!

The same model--at 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60 years old.

Liking these Sydney Opera photos. (P.S. I love when a city showcases its talents like this.)

Regarding yoga, my thoughts exactly.

Could (gasp) Domino close?

This is a sweet house, owned by a dude and his dog.

Shaving beards is so funny! (Reminds me of Alex...)

Wouldn't you love to travel here? Filed under "dream vacation."

Cute dress, via Alyson.

Why do little dudes get all the good chairs?

I love colored jeans. There, I said it.

A great blog that you might like.

My favorite Nie Nie post.

P.S. My 2008 holiday gift guide is coming soon, so please stay tuned! xoxo

(Photo by Rachel Papo)

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Waterfall Madness...

Every September and December, people are allowed to swim right to the edge of Victoria Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the world. The area you swim in is called Devil's Pool. Eeps! I can barely ride an elevator, so I'd never do it, but would you?

(Via Black Eiffel)

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Feeling Smitten....

My dears, here's a weekly round-up of Smitten, my daily Glamour Magazine relationships blog...

Do you look better dressed or naked?

The dorkiest mittens ever.

Which of these four outfits would you wear on a date?

Genius wedding idea: Go swimming!

Are you happy with your breast size?

Tummy rubs! (They're better than massages.)

Have you ever had someone close to you die?

Reader's confession: "I'm a really chatty girlfriend."

My new hair cut.

Boxers vs. briefs, the big debate.

Poll: Have you ever let a guy take naked pictures of you?

Reader's confession: "My boyfriend never really kisses me anymore."

Read more on Smitten. Thank you so much! xoxo

(Photo by Sandra, via Le Love)

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Bow Ties for Ladies.

A while ago, on Smitten, I wrote about the new trend of girls wearing bow ties. I wasn't totally sold--until I saw this bow tie from Lark. How gorgeous is it? And it's wool! Wouldn't it be fun to wear to holiday parties?

(Via The Morale Agency)

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Wintertime Blues

Do you get sad in the winter? During the cold dark days, I often get quiet and melancholy, and I don't feel like myself. But this winter, I'm trying to brainstorm ways to make the season brighter and happier.

* hosting movie nights with friends
* making chili with lots of sour cream
* lighting candles
* going ice skating
* staring at a light box (we have one and it seems to work)
* drinking wine
* stringing white fairy lights all over the apartment

What do you do? I'd love to hear your tips. xo

(Photo by Unterbaraclara)

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New York Calendar

Awesome New York news: The Museum of Natural History is opening a skating rink this Saturday, and Bonnie and Clyde is playing on the big screen at Anthology Film Archives. P.S. Don't you love Bonnie's style?

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Awesome.

Couldn't have said it better myself.

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The Look Book

New York has a genius feature called The Look Book. It's like a centerfold, but instead of showing a naked woman, they feature a stylish person. Above is Tom, a trial lawyer, and below is couple Tasha and D.W. Fabulous, right? It's totally addictive. Find more here.
P.S. Remember this gorgeous mom and baby?

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Wednesday Giveaway!

Today's giveaway is, in a word, rad. Etsy shop Sweetshorn Vintage is offering two German puzzles from 1952. Don't they look amazing? (I love the cow!)

For a chance to win, visit Sweetshorn Vintage and leave a comment below. One winner will be randomly selected tomorrow afternoon. xo
Update: V. is our lucky winner. Thank you, everyone!

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Which books do you guys love?

I just finished my book and am looking for another one. Any suggestions, my sweets? What have you loved lately?

P.S. I wrote about five of my favorite books over on The City Sage.
P.P.S. Have you ever fallen in love with someone's bookcase?

(Photo by Barca)

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Michael and Emma's posters

Apart from having a slight obsession with their their wedding, I am also in love with Michael and Emma's posters. See their new shop here.

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Photo Love

Porter Hovey takes rad polaroids, and Alex and I were lucky enough to get in the way of her camera a few weeks ago.

Also, here is a close-up of my engagement ring, for those who asked! It's an antique ring that has been in my family for generations and generations. There are three sapphires surrounded by diamonds.

The man who gave it to me.

How I always feel when I'm around him.

xoxo

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Before walking down the aisle...

When I daydream about our wedding, I always imagine walking down the aisle and seeing Alexei standing there, suited up and smiling. (It makes me giddy just typing that!) So I loved seeing a post on Peonies and Polaroids about the magical moments before walking down the aisle. See the giddy and lovely photos on Smitten.

(Photo by Elemental Weddings)

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Have a sweet weekend.

Have a wonderful fall weekend, my darlings. What are you up to? Alex and I are just going to relax and have some cozy time together. Meanwhile, here are a few great posts from around the web this week....

Want to hold hands with a rainbow?

I'd like a puppy for Christmas, please.

Yet another lovely Swede. This time, in a hat!

Cutest. Haircut. Ever.

Hollister Hovey drinks booze at picnics and writes a mean gift guide.

Ikea's new pendant lamp.

What the campaign looked like through Obama's eyes. P.S. Nice shades. P.S. Kissing babies.

Awesome Ira Glass finger puppet, via Miss Jane.

Kate has an amazing voice. Who knew?

What a pretty girl.

Loving this blog.

Taxi!

Have a fabulous weekend, my lovelies. Big kiss to you all. xoxo

(Photo by Jen Gotch, via La La Lovely)

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Creature Comforts

I was lucky enough to be featured on Creature Comforts today. See the petit interview here, and thank you, Ez!

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Feeling Smitten....

My dears, here's a weekly round-up from my Glamour relationships blog, Smitten....xoxo

I'm choosing a new haircut. Which of these three do you like?

What's your favorite season for dating?

Adorable posters.

Will you take your husband's last name when you get married?

True reader confession: "My boyfriend is shorter than I am."

Have you ever cheated on a boyfriend? (Be honest.)

A New York dinner party...where everyone was completely naked.

Which of these three fall jackets would you wear on a date?

What kind of bed sheets do you have? (Mine are linen, and I love them.)

True reader confession: "My boyfriend gave me up for Lent."

I'm FASCINATED by home births.

The perfect date for cold weather. (It involves chocolate!)

(Photo by Betty)

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Pink Ladies.

Apparently, pink is back! P.S. Last summer, my friend Piera had a birthday party, where all the guests had to wear pink (even the dudes). Isn't that a cute idea?
(Photos via Garance Dore and Street Peeper)

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Dog Photo Booths

I know you guys adore photo booth strips, so I'm thrilled to present Sharon Montrose's hilarious puppy portraits. How cute are they? Can you imagine getting the pups to stay in the booth for all four flashes?! P.S. Also, safaris.

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Wednesday Giveaway!

Today's giveaway is one of the sweetest ever. Sharon Montrose takes absolutely adorable photographs of animals. One lucky winner will receive a 7" x 8" portrait of a baby deer! (How cute is he?!)

For a chance to win, please visit Sharon's shop and comment below. A winner will be chosen at random tomorrow.

Update: Thank you so much for all your comments. Amanda is our lucky winner!

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Ghost Town Wedding

My friend Aya Brackett got married in a California ghost town this summer. Her guests drank cocktails in the saloon, ate lamb from a local ranch, and danced under the stars. See her awesome photos on Smitten.

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Le Love

I'm loving the new blog Le Love, which features photos of people kissing and generally feeling twitterpated. It makes me happy.
(Thanks, Zana)

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Supermarket Wedding Bouquets

Alex and I have a really small budget for our wedding. (Like, teeny.) So I was thrilled when my mom emailed me this handy guide to making wedding bouquets from supermarket flowers. Genius!

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