I have recently become transfixed by tree trunk side tables. Modern but still rustic, warm but clean. Love them.

via Simply Seleta

West Elm

Real Simple

They’re certainly expensive enough online, though: the best I’ve seen is $169.

West Elm Natural Tree-Stump Side Table ($199, 19″ tall)

VivaTerra teak trunks ($169 (18″ tall) or $189 (22″ tall))

However, I’ve got an ace in my pocket, and her name is Emily! My best friend is a senior furniture maker at RISD and thinks she can make me one of these. Yesssss. Christmas present? Yes, please!

P.S. Anyone seen any other lovely examples of rooms featuring tree trunk side tables? I want to add a few more to my happy collection.

Remember back when I wanted a pair of cowboy boots? Well, I still do. Though I’ve almost given up hope of finding the perfect pair at a vintage shop, I think I’ve found a brand-new pair that will do nicely:

The Carson from Frye has quickly scooted its way to the top of my Christmas list… or, rather, because of its price tag, pretty much bumped everything else off my Christmas list :)

Anyone else have a happy cowboy boot story to share?

What do y’all think of this wedding dress? The applique on the hem and neckline is beautiful, I think, and so different. I’m also loving the one strap — as much as I love the strapless look, it’s always nice to see something different.

Photos by the ever talented Jonathan Canlas. See more from this wedding here!

I die. Is this not the most adorable thing you’ve ever seen?

And look at Socks’ cute (foxy?!) little girlfriend, Suzette:

I repeat: someone please have a baby so I can buy you one of these. Blabla desperately wants some of my money.