Snowstorm, skiing, and smiles

The color of springtime is in the flowers, the color of winter is in the imagination.

Ward Elliot Hour

What a weekend! Although I always favor winter weather, this "power house" storm was quite the excitement throughout the country. Although I did not personally see the 30 inches of snow in my own backyard as some places did, the eight inches I did see were enough to keep me smiling! I could probably go on about the snow and such for the entirety of this post but, there are much more important things I must address. Because this is my first post, I have decided to start a weekly ritual to make a list of five things that are current obsessions. This blog is devoted mostly to fashion, so that will take up most of the list, but other times it may be a song or quote I think everyone should check out.

1. Short cowboy boots. Lately I have been wearing these. Here is a pair that I am obsessed with. This type of boot looks great with dresses, skinny jeans tucked in, and leggings.
2. I am a dress freak. I feel very strange if I am not wearing a dress. Because its winter, legwear is important. That is why I am digging cool tights. Cutouts, patterns and colors make tights trendy and fun to wear during these cold winter months. LOOKBOOK.nu: "13.12 ; Striped Tights" by Tahti Syrjala: Here is the perfect example of how tights make an outfit even better.
3. Key necklaces. I made my own from an old key I found while antique shopping with my parents, but there are tons made to buy here is one that I like.
4. The soundtrack to Pride and Prejudice. I listen to this album almost every night to wind down after a long day, or even while I'm working on other projects. Although there are no words, I find the songs to be very comforting and beautiful to listen to. My favorite track is probably Your Hands Are Cold. Such a great buildup and ending. You can feel the emotion without even seeing the movie.
5. Earmuffs. Many people do not think of them as stylish or even practical but after being gifted a pair of Ugg earmuffs my opinion has quickly changed. While not taking up much room, they are very cute and warm on a winter day.

Honorable mentions: Bandanas, embellished headbands, Wanted flats, wool mittens, and Hobo bags.

As the weekend wraps up, enjoy the snow in any way that you can. Have a snowball fight, cuddle up by a warm fire, or enjoy a warm cup of homemade hot chocolate. Spend time enjoying the snow, as you did back in grade school because everyday should be spent with mere amazement.