Custom to COSTUME!

The coveted hobby of this salt is costume jewels! Yes! I collect costume jewelry. It doesnt matter where I go I am on the lookout for something to add to my collection. When shopping around for the Slough I have to seriously restrain myself from buying absolutely EVERYTHING. So then how do I do it? How do I choose? Inspiration, I find what truly grabs my attention.

 

Do you fancy costume candy as much as I? The Slough has a fresh shipment coming towards the end of the week and I am uber excited!! Stop by and add to your collection.

 

xo Jessica

The Perfect Peonie.

Peonie! The most romantic flower, with its round bloom and fragrant smell, its the omen of good fortune and a happy marriage. Ill take a full bouquet daily!! Thanks. The flower with is simplicity and fullness has the meaning of prosperity and romance, and with its quite hue, and delicate petal it gives the most desirable fresh cut. The hub has planted one in our garden and I am oh so thrilled!!Stop by the shop this week and get you a stem, its amazing how a freshie can change the atmosphere.

xo
Jessica

Give

"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own"
Matthew 6:34 NIV

What was it?

 

 

The Slough had its first wedding of the season! The shop sells fresh cuts and dabbles very lightly in weddings. I am NO florist but I DO love flowers. The bride was sweet as pie to work with and the results spoke volumes. The theme was peacock, and purple was our go to color. Lizianthus is the most romantic flower and a perfect choice. A wedding bouquet of over sized hydrangea, petite spray roses, and lizanthus became a dynamic pairing! I always find it invigorating to learn new things and to work close with anther's vision.

How was your Friday? Do you have a flower that speaks to you?

xo
Jessica

Just in Case.

The Island has been forecasting some pretty nasty weather for the weekend. Clearly, its only a hazard if you allow it. Whether on Vacation or a resident, style is of the essence.
What are the 5 must haves for that rainy day?
1. Burberry- This trench coat reached the want list in my college days and has yet to be fulfilled. Its ageless.
2. Umbrella's aren't completely practical in 30 mph wind but it is oh so stylish
3. Rain Flats! How perfect? The Island is packed with humidity, its just too hot for boots, what a perfect alternative.
4. Fresh flowers give the ultimate R&R feel to any atmosphere
5. A great cookbook can do wonders to empty time. Locked in the house for a day or so? Become Giada for a day.

What is your forecast? Do you have your essentials for a mucky weekend?
xo Jessica

leather for summer?

 Who would have thought? Leather for summer! This Winter and Early Spring it was exciting to watch this trend unfold. Leather leggings were my jam and its awesome to see that they have translated to shorts. What once thought to be a constricted fashion is now a basic staple.

 Do you do leather for Summer? Stumped? We have the most darling scallop edge fauxs here @ The Slough!! Paired with something simple like a white T or dressed up with peplum- either or makes for the perfect fit.

xo
Jessica

Flaming.

 

 

 

"looks like a girl but she's a flame
so bright she can burn your eyes
better look the other way"

A. Keys

Burn Bright! Happy Weekend!!

xo
Jessica