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Marissa
Northern California
Collecting and sharing life's moments.
Interests: Fashion, amateur photography, books, arts & crafts, cooking/baking, shopping, gardening, DIY projects, family, friends and pets.
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Being almost halfway through the year, now that it's getting closer to turning 40 for me next year, I find myself reconnecting with my Mom and my younger sister more than ever before. The times that we do share together are very precious to me so I'd like to share... Continue reading
Posted May 12, 2013 at Ninna Lu
Remembering old friendships has me thinking of blooming flowers all over the place. Cherishing those old friendships should be strongly valued even when you don't call each other everyday due to our busy lives with family, career and children. This beautiful old dogwood is a pretty picture that represents how... Continue reading
Posted Apr 14, 2013 at Ninna Lu
This amazing S P R I N G weather has me thinking of the coming key trends, soon to come in an upcoming blog post, so stay tuned!!! The first day of the spring season officially starts on March 20th. What beauty and style plans do you have for this... Continue reading
Posted Mar 9, 2013 at Ninna Lu
I'd like to start off with a big returning "H e l l o" to my fellow blog supporters and friends. I just recently came back from a long hiatus of absolutely no social media activity in my life for literally the past 30 days, meaning no blogging as well.... Continue reading
Posted Feb 18, 2013 at Ninna Lu
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Feb 16, 2013
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January was filled with miracles, as it was my 39th birthday just recently. Here is my Pinterest board on my birthday wish to spend some great quality time with some great friends by enjoying an outdoor picnic at a local oyster farm in Inverness, CA. :: At the foot of... Continue reading
Posted Jan 20, 2013 at Ninna Lu
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On January 10th, my sister Vivian and I went on a roadtrip over to San Francisco, CA to join other fellow Spirit Junkies who closely follow the author of the newly launched book, "May Cause Miracles", by Gabrielle Bernstein. If you are not aware of who she is, here is... Continue reading
Posted Jan 13, 2013 at Ninna Lu
It's Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas everyone!!! If you're all finished with your holiday shopping, congratulations but don't forget yourself this holiday season. Here are a few set creations that I made through Ninna Lu Polyvore within the past several weeks for my personal winter style inspiration. I'd love to share... Continue reading
Posted Dec 24, 2012 at Ninna Lu
HOME is where the heart lives and grows. ~ HOUSE + LOVE = HOME ~ Whereever we are together that is HOME. ~ LOVE is spoken here. ~ HOME is happiness made simple. ~ HOME is the place you want to return to over and over. ~ Those were just... Continue reading
Posted Nov 25, 2012 at Ninna Lu
Boutique Envy is a new series of blog posts within Ninna Lu that shares my five reasons of why I envy a particular boutique. Feel free to visit the blog series here. With Cyber Monday on November 26th, this boutique of boutiques can only be found online. This unique e-commerce... Continue reading
Posted Nov 24, 2012 at Ninna Lu
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I must confess. I have a strong fetish for fashion jewelry. I recently became strongly fascinated with Elena Howell's one of a kind geometric designs for TOMTOM Jewelry with most of her collection being on my personal wishlist. The gold and silver metals have that perfect vintage quality finish and... Continue reading
Posted Nov 22, 2012 at Ninna Lu
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If you're hosting Thanksgiving for your family, here are a few of my personal recipe picks. {Appetizer} : Brie and Cranberry Tartlets {Sauce} : Apple & Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Crystallized Ginger {Brine} : Apple Cider Brined Turkey {Side Dish} : David Chang's Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Asian Vinaigrette... Continue reading
Posted Nov 21, 2012 at Ninna Lu
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The nailheads I ordered have finally arrived in the mail today. It was perfect as I was off today from work. Happy Veteran's Day! I've been so anxiously waiting as I had a few things in mind that I'd like to stylishly update. All for $4.98 (plus shipping of course),... Continue reading
Posted Nov 12, 2012 at Ninna Lu
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A last minute pet costume shopping trip to find my mini doxies their Halloween attire lead me to create something special instead. See the DIY here. I did luckily find a black skeleton hoodie for Pawley but for Maddie, I just couldn't find anything aside from the normal pumpkin pet... Continue reading
Posted Oct 30, 2012 at Ninna Lu
Hi everyone! It's time to bust out the boots and scarves. Here are just a few of my outfit set creations for Fall 2012 on Polyvore. From a warm sweater coat, comfy burgundy riding boots, striking cobalt blue accessories, edgy skulls and spikes, I just couldn't stop creating these outfits... Continue reading
Posted Oct 13, 2012 at Ninna Lu
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{1} Boa Vista Orchards apple cider. Yum. {2} Mochachino fudge from High Hill Ranch's fudge factory. {3} At the Cardinini Farms to pick our own pumpkins. So ready for the fall season! ~marissa Continue reading
Posted Sep 30, 2012 at Ninna Lu
Thank you Ella!
Toggle Commented Sep 9, 2012 on Staycation Weekend at Ninna Lu
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TGIF! Thank you so much to all the wonderful participants who took their valuable time in joining Ninna Lu's Vintage Vixen Summer Giveaway. Congratulations to the winner and please email me your shipping address at contemporarychix@gmail.com. Congratulations!!! ::| Ilana Prudente |:: The vintage vixen winner will receive the following: a... Continue reading
Posted Sep 7, 2012 at Ninna Lu
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The fastest four days was spent with my Mom and my sister over the weekend. All three of us planned to have the same days off and I planned a well deserved Mother/Daughters staycation weekend. Of course I'd love to share with all of you my recent Instagram pics, feel... Continue reading
Posted Aug 20, 2012 at Ninna Lu
Hi everyone! Thank you so much for participating! I'm jotting down all your entries and yes it is international.
Toggle Commented Jul 7, 2012 on Vintage Vixen Summer Giveaway at Ninna Lu
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Jun 24, 2012
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[::Asos Curve Rich Indigo Skinny Jeans::] Gleeful that I just discovered a really great pair of jeans online! Overjoyed that they also fit me perfectly. For today's workday outfit line up, I felt like wearing a bright tribal print top to go along with my ASOS Curve rich indigo skinny... Continue reading
Posted Jun 22, 2012 at Ninna Lu
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[::Ninna Lu eShop Product Knowledge::] Patterson J. Kincaid Patterson J. Kincaid was launched in the summer of 2009 by Jaya Apparel Group, the company behind the fashion line Elizabeth and James. The PJK clothing line consists of chic signature pieces made for any modern girl's closet. The prices range from... Continue reading
Posted Jun 21, 2012 at Ninna Lu
That would be neat to see! Looking forward to it.
Toggle Commented Jun 22, 2012 on White Summer Wrist Party at Ninna Lu
As an avid online shopper, I take the time to do my research on what I'm wanting to purchase before making that impulse decision. Do you do the same? Lately, rather than going directly to an online store, I look for inspiration first. When I was in my early 20's,... Continue reading
Posted Jun 19, 2012 at Ninna Lu