Rifle Paper Co.

I have always been enamored with paper goods. 

Be it pretty stationary to make letter writing more exciting, a journal to capture hopes and dreams, or a elegantly lined envelope to add a little bit of surprise when opening. 

When I stumbled upon Rifle Paper Co., it was love at first sight. The talented Anna Bond's style is the epitome of sweetness and simplicity. The array on their website makes it near impossible to choose, but somehow I managed. These are at the top of my list:

A travel journal for capturing life's great adventures.

 Personalized calling cards that are oh so pretty. 

With an upcoming anniversary, this sweet print would be the perfect present. 

What paperie goods are you loving?

Mama Mia, Pizzeria

True embarrassing story:

I romped around Italy with a dear friend years ago. She spoke conversational Italian. Feeling left out, I opted instead to say, "Mama Mia, Pizza, Mario. MUAH!" and blow kisses everywhere we went. Quite satisfied and humored by myself at the time, I'm now reminded of my absurdities.

Silliness aside, I love pizza (understatement of the year).

Food & Wine posted a list of the Top 50 Pizza Places in the US. Below are some that tickled my fancy:

 Pizzeria Lola (Mpls.) - F and I have tried this one before. Owned by Korean Chef, Ann Kim, the pizzas are innovative and delicious with a Korean flair. Kimchi on your pizza, anyone?

Del Popolo (San Fran) - A mobile pizzeria housed in a repurposed storage shed, so cool.

Punch Pizza (St. Paul) - Another favorite of ours. Their traditional Neapolitan pizza cooks in an 800 degree oven for 90 seconds. Delicious!

Ribalta (NYC) - I would travel here for the design alone - I love the modern, cozy feel. With a location in NYC and the other two in Italy, they seem to be as authentic as it gets. They also serve it up any way you want - brick oven, wood stove, or convection. 

Now that I'm starving for pizza - any other can't miss pizzerias?

Wanderlust

I have been dreaming of my next adventure. F and I are thinking about taking a trip for our one year anniversary, something like Seattle or DC. We may do something small close to home, in order to save for a European getaway next  year. Be it a month long trip to Paris, or a picnic by the lake - I just love adventures. Seeing things previously unexplored, trying new flavors, and embracing new experiences. 

Adventure on, dear readers. 

xo. H

images: hilaryclair

Chandelier Crush

I have a major love of chandeliers. I never grew out of my six-year old fascination with glamour and all things fancy. I dream of having a someday house with all different chandeliers spread throughout. Because, let's be honest, what is a bathroom/closet/bedroom/porch without a little bit of dazzle?

images: hilaryclair