FFF – DIY Origami flower ball, Italian courtyard dining, and Outnet $2 sale shopping

April 15, 2011

Happy Fun, Free Friday lovelies!

DIY
Though the weather here is rainy and dreary, I’m still appreciating the bright colors and flowers of spring.     But if you’re like me and don’t have a florist nearby, why not make your own flowers (ahh and what a fun rainy day activity)?  This flower origami ball is easy, fun, and will never wilt.  Folding origami can be so relaxing so if you have some post-tis and a lazy afternoon, why not try this project?

Otherwise, this weekend, I am…
…going to an alumni dinner held in one of the best restaurants here.  This Italian restaurant not only has great food, but also a phenomenal courtyard.  Ahh al fresco dining.

…and hoping to snag something from the Outnet’s $2/£2 sale!
I unexpectedly got an entry into the sale today and am looking for something like this…


Givenchy heels



Thakoon dress



Halston clutch

Update: I really, really thought about the Thakoon (though when would I wear it?)  Instead I got this Roland Mouret micronesnil tweed coat.  It’s undeniably classic though I can only wear this in cooler climates.  I really wanted an Erdem trench coat which sold out fairly quickly.  Alas, but generally the site was faster and not as crazed as last year.  Good luck to those who got tickets to the sale!

What are you doing this weekend?

Have a fabulous weekend!

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  • this free bird April 15, 2011 at 07:14

    That origami ball is really pretty…as are those Givenchy’s. Report back with your findings. I’m very interested to hear how it goes!

    xo,
    C

  • TimbarikaDoll April 15, 2011 at 09:13

    Love that origami ball, how fab!! I hope you do well with the shopping, sounds great!! Those shoes are gorgeous!! Have a great weekend xx

  • anna and the ring April 15, 2011 at 10:27

    I cry. Jealous at your steal!

  • dejoiss April 15, 2011 at 10:42

    your diy is so cool! love it. 🙂

    dejoiss ♥

    http://dejoiss.blogspot.com/

  • CC April 15, 2011 at 10:54

    Love the coat! 🙂
    Xx

  • Diana Mieczan April 15, 2011 at 11:36

    The flower origami ball is really beautiful. WE are planning a low key weekend with sleeping in and sunshine:) Hugs and kisses, darling

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE April 15, 2011 at 12:22

    I want that clutch and those heels! Just fabulous!

    Have a great weekend, sweetie 🙂 xoxo

  • Erika April 15, 2011 at 12:41

    I absolutely adore the idea of Italian Courtyard Dining – what a beautiful setting! And your new coat…swoon! What a wondrous choice!! 🙂

  • Kim April 15, 2011 at 13:48

    Gorgeous coat! Was it really only $2? That’s insane! Have fun at your alumni dinner – my sister-in-law will be in town from Baltimore, so we’ll be spending a lot of time with my husband’s family this weekend, eating lots of delicious Indian food 🙂

  • very married April 15, 2011 at 14:10

    the tweed coat is definitely sensible – and oh so chic!

  • Twenty.Something April 15, 2011 at 14:18

    The DIY is fabulous!! Love it.

    And love all your steals… wow!!

    Have a great weekend! Mine will consist of dinner with friends, but mostly studying 🙁

    http://artfashiontwentysomething.blogspot.com

  • Audrey Allure April 15, 2011 at 14:26

    The courtyard looks beautiful, such a great place to have a dinner!

  • Tanvi April 15, 2011 at 14:30

    How gorgeous is that Thakoon dress!Love it!!!

    ♡ from © tanvii.com

  • Krysten @ After 'I Do' April 15, 2011 at 14:48

    OOoh I might have to try making those flowers.

  • lauren lanza osias April 15, 2011 at 14:53

    love the origami flower. and great purchase, the coat is beautiful.

    http://laurenlanzaosias.blogspot.com
    spreading the good word of fashion…

  • alexandra grecco April 15, 2011 at 16:09

    love that second photo ; )

    xx
    alexandra

  • Wynne Prasetyo April 15, 2011 at 16:38

    love the halston clutch! i’m attending a friend’s birthday party this weekend, it’s gonna be such a blast!

  • the nyanzi report April 15, 2011 at 16:44

    I’m going ‘fishing’ this weekend with friends – style fishing on the streets of London I mean. Great selection you’ve got here.

  • jenna ♥ a little blue April 15, 2011 at 16:45

    great steal…. and what restaurant is that?? the courtyard looks amazing!! and not to be nosey… where did you go to school 🙂

    hope you have a fabulous time!

  • Aquí April 15, 2011 at 16:48

    love the DIY! So pretty!

  • Tara @ Haute Lunch April 15, 2011 at 16:50

    Great pick with the coat! I thought about that dress as well, but ended up getting a Halston clutch. The Americas sale was super fast- as soon as I got the link I clicked on it, and already several things had sold out! Thus, I didn’t have much time to look around, but I’m happy with what I got!

  • Sick by Trend April 15, 2011 at 16:51

    what a location!! the last dress is fantastic! 😀

    xx

    Have a nice weekend!

    http://www.sickbytrend.com

  • Ashleigh April 15, 2011 at 16:58

    Adorable little origami ball!
    And great choice on the coat – that silhouette and fabric will stay chic forever!!

  • Kristin April 15, 2011 at 17:21

    You got an entry? JEALOUS! Hope you scored something fab!

  • Mary ♥ Mur April 15, 2011 at 20:11

    ♥I love your blog so much.)) ♥

  • drollgirl April 15, 2011 at 22:19

    those flowers are adorable!

    and the heels?! LOVE LOVE LOVE THEM!!!

  • Jennifer Fabulous April 16, 2011 at 00:21

    I love origami and this flower is BEAUTIFUL! With my awful craft skills, I doubt I could make one as beautiful though. Lol.

    And I love the tweed coat! That is my dream coat for fall. 🙂

  • FRANKIE HEARTS FASHION April 16, 2011 at 00:31

    the Givenchy heels and the Halston clutch are divine!! Hope you have an amazing weekend! xo

  • Mika April 16, 2011 at 00:52

    Nice coat!

    ♥Mika

  • Alena April 16, 2011 at 02:31

    I love that origami project!! So fun. A good activity for kids. Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

  • Make Mommy Chic April 16, 2011 at 02:52

    That thakoon dress is fabulous and that halston clutch is making me drool. You’ve got great taste- thanks for the post!

  • Wander.Lust April 16, 2011 at 03:42

    Your purchase is gorgeous, very classy! Hope your dinner is delicious, as for myself I have a friend visiting and we are heading for the beach… so exciteddd! happy weekend!

  • S and O April 16, 2011 at 03:59

    Those flower origami DIY is so pretty!
    I used to be so into paper crafts and things like that 🙂
    xoxo
    Olivia

  • Leia April 16, 2011 at 08:06

    That origami ball is the cutest!

    ♥ Leia

  • Ann April 16, 2011 at 08:32

    Oh yay! for the heels and clutch ♥

    Have a nice weekend!

  • Signe April 16, 2011 at 11:56

    That Origami ball is just brilliant 🙂

  • Stacey April 16, 2011 at 13:02

    the origami is beautiful-love it! sounds like your weekend is going to be a great one-enjoy!

  • Oh to Be a Muse April 16, 2011 at 17:26

    oh i really like the Mouret tweed coat. that looks like wonderful outerwear.

  • Krystal April 16, 2011 at 17:30

    ooo i hope you have a fun time at your alumni dinner!!! have a good w/e girly

  • legallymarried April 16, 2011 at 17:30

    Love that origami ball! Wonder if I could make some to accent my room. 🙂

  • ruffledrose.com April 16, 2011 at 18:24

    That Halston clutch looks awfully nice! I have big plans to do nothing this weekend – lounging around a cafe and reading, enjoying a good latte.

    Have a fabulous weekend!

  • Style, She Wrote April 16, 2011 at 19:15

    Love the sequins on that Thakoon dress! They remind me of seashells. xo style, she wrote

  • Shaina April 16, 2011 at 21:29

    that thakoon dress is so glamorous looking! Love the style of it!

    xoxo

  • Sniff April 16, 2011 at 22:49

    Oh….congrats on your new coat from the Outnet. It looks stunning!

    And I totally agree with you on the courtyard of that restaurant…just the sort of place I would have adored to dine myself. Have a great weekend!

  • honey my heart April 18, 2011 at 01:30

    thakoon dress = wow!! what a great party dress 🙂

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