A Lack Of Color

Since I've been feelingso sick lately, it's been hard to shoot anything. I've been feeling really ruddy so, despite the lack of sun today, Aaron and I went and took a few shots of my outfit. I haven't been feeling particularly creative with my outfits either, but I did feel very warm and comfy today. 

I was inspired by Cassidy's Soft Monochromatic post to wear a knitted hat that I got from Knitty Kouture  a while back.

purse, leggings & soft sweater{forever21}, shoes {DSW}, hat {kittykouture}, necklace {vintage}

xox, a modern dame

3 Things ~ White Owl Affair

 It's been a while since I've done one of these, so here's 3 small things have made me smile this December.

1. A lovely white owl, given to me by Aaron's lovely mother, Linda.

2. Don't for husbands and wives. Vital information, trust me.

3. A charming little bow necklace.

<3

xox, a modern dame

A Crafty Christmas Tree

Here are some images of our tree this year. Its quite chaotic, but I find that its also quite charming :}

I got this cute wrapping paper at the .99cent store.

Kitten toys for Miss. Toffie Toff

 

So that's our Christmas Tree this year!  

I would have posted these images sooner, but this entire week I've had the flu. I finally feel good enough to post a few things and get back to freelancing! I'm also growing more and more excited to see my family! I'm nearly finished with all of my Christmas present shopping and getting together my Christmas cards! I just adore this time of year, so I'm very glad to be feeling better.

Hope everyone is having an amazing Holiday!

xox, a modern dame

A Ruche Holiday Feature

I absolutely adored their Holiday shoot, I love the 1920s feel t their looks and all of their intimate assessories. I definitleyplan on making myself a 2013 arty mask and getting my hands on this amazing art nouveau necklace in royal blue

You can see all of the images from their feature here and you can shop their looks here!

What do you like best from their Holiday look book?

xox, a modern dame

A Rosey Sunday

As Christmas draws nearer, the weather is getting more and more delightful! It's cold enough to even wear my favorite jacket! My Sunday was spent out with Aaron and my roommate as we wondered various places searching for more Christmas tree items, lights, and gifties! Our spirits are high and we can't wait for the holiday to finally be here! 

For this particular look,I decided to wear my fashionable pea-coat and nude heels. I thought my thrifted skirt and a pop of red would make the entire outfit come together. To break the color scheme, I added my jade scarf to add some flare.

This clutch is pure vintage, my roommates grandmother gave him a bunch of her old clothing before she moved, he gave me this clutch since he knows how much I adore maroon. 

No matter how may times I wear this heels, I always fall back in love with them all over again. Comfy, cute, and they go with so many outfits! 

In addition to shooting today, I finished my Christmas illustration for Aaron and I a few days ago and thought I'd share it. 

Hope you all like it! 

xox, a modern dame

Dainty Driplets

The weather as of late has been matching the season extremely well. Today was foggy and a bit wet. Though, in California you can only hope for so much. I take any chance I can get to put layers on and today I tried to do something a bit different. I recently purchased some mustard colored leggings and wanted to create a cute look with them. I paired it with some thrifted finds and an adorable wool cardigan Aaron's mother bought me last year.  

These shoes are so comfortable. They're a short heel and are very flattering, I love the color as well,it's a pale violet, which made my mustard colored leggings stand out all the more! 

I loved that my old floral thrifted dress had both mustard and violet colors, creating a nice segue into using my leggings and making them harmonious rather than just "an add on."

Aaron couldn't help himself, he had to get a few shots of these cute little mushrooms before the sun fell.

xox, a modern dame

Dear Santa Claus

Dearest Santa, 

Below is an image of all the things my heart currently desires. 

I know that you're busy and that you have hundreds of children to think about, but I just wanted to tell you I've been pretty awesome this year and think I may deserve at least one of these gifties! 

Yeah, I know, I have expensive taste, but think about how cute I'd look with that vintage owl ring, or those nifty emerald earrings... And oh how my heart aches to read about Peter and Wendy's great adventures... 

Look, I'm just saying that these gifts are fabulous and totally worth it. Think about it!

Thanks again, S.C.

p.s. I'll even bake you something sweet, like snowman cupcakes or reindeer cookies! PLEASE?! Oh, and the links are at the bottom, in case the elves can't figure it out like last time.

Sincerely,

Melanie L. Berg

1. Peter and Wendy by James Barrie {Amazon}

2. A precious owl ring {Ruche}

3. White Owl Pendant necklace <3 {Etsy}

4. Around The Green earrings {ModCloth}

5. Deer Silhouette Sweater {Forever21}

6. After Hours Warp Watch (most expensive gift ever) {Anthropology}

7. Crushin' on Kelly clutch {ModCloth}

8. Disney's Alice in Wonderland {Amazon}

9. Disney's Peter Pan {Amazon}

10. By The Creek Ruffled Scarf in Mustard {Ruche}

xox, a modern dame