Blog Design

For whatever reason, I am loyal to Blogger.  I contemplated switching to another platform or hiring someone (probably will eventually) to just fix this one but thought, "I got this!".  Well, in my journey into trying to figure out how to better my blog, I came across a couple of other blogs worth noting.

There is definitely a certain style I am going for and I'm going to refer to it as the "Lifestyle Format".  Lifestyle blogs are all the rage and I want in.  There is uber-popular sites like Cupcakes & Cashmere (who just relaunched her entire site) and the lovely Ramshackleglam.

On Blogger specifically, I found The Londoner.  She was actually one of the first ones to pop into my search and even had an entry about how she figured it all out on her own and included a couple of blogging tips.  I was motivated by this and respect her lots for successfully doing it solo.  That said, her blog is pretty freaking fab and you should start reading it...now!

Two other super cute sites with similar designs include:

Urban Flip Flops (credits design to Danielle Moss)

Chic Sprinkles

So my loyal readers, this is still a process and I appreciate you sticking with me during this eyesore.  One day I vow, it will be better.  Once again, if anyone has any tips, tricks or referrals, send them my way!  Til then, thanks for reading!  

Washington D.C. Wedding Weekend

A very good friend of ours was getting married in Washington D.C. so we took the train down there on Friday afternoon.  It was actually really easy to take the train, I would definitely do that again.  We smuggled the dog for the ride (shhh, don't tell) and arrived at our dog-friendly hotel, The Fairmont; also where the wedding was going to be (so convenient!).

We went out to dinner at Farmers, Fishers, Bakers and then we went to right next door to The Sequoia, a beautiful room where we had drinks and dessert with the out-of-towners.  It was a really cute spot right on the water.  There was an ice-skating rink and pretty lights.  Apparently this is where the couple had gotten engaged and I could see why.  

On Saturday we went to brunch at the newly re-opened Art and Soul.  I got the BLT Benedict which was great but even greater was the scones before the meal.  O.M.G. !!!!    

After that meal, we thought it would be best to walk it off a bit.  It really sucked that it was so cold so after we made it to the Capitol, we beelined for the first place we could find which happened to be the National Gallery of Art.  Then we decided to head a little further down the Mall to the Smithsonian American History Museum.  I wanted to stick around but my college roommate C. picked me up as soon as we got there so I'll have to return to see Dorothy's Ruby Red slippers!  

We went and got Gabriel and attempted to go to the dog park right outside her house in Adams Morgan but it was too cold and we only stayed 10 minutes.  I found that D.C. is a pretty dog-friendly city.  All along Rock Creek Park (which runs from the Potomic River, 12 miles to Maryland - even the National Zoo is along the path!) there are cool trails and dog parks.  I'd love to go back in warmer weather to really explore - it's very neat to see this thing run all along the middle of the city.  C. did however get a great shot of Gabriel which later ran in a local blog!  Check him out on popville.com!  

It was time to get ready for the wedding and I was really excited because I used Renttherunway.com and ordered a dress and earring combo.  I have never gotten so many compliments on a dress in my life!  Here I am in my Mark & James by Badgley Mischka Sapphire Star Dress and Dannijo Cecile earrings.  

I thought about making a separate blog entry for what a great experience I had with RTR.  It was so easy and saying I am impressed with the company as a whole is an understatement.  Really glad I rented!  

The wedding was absolutely beautiful.  The space at the Fairmont was unique with its elevated dance floor.  It was also really nice to be at a wedding and just be guests.  The last wedding we were at was our own and the past couple, either one of us were in the wedding.  And just a side note, it's heartwarming when you see how happy the couple is to be getting married.  Both the families were just awesome and we were really happy to see them all happy.  OK corny part over, :) 

Of The Fountain

Perfect find for you wanderlusting freaks like moi.  Of The Fountain creates custom stamped leather tags.  
Observe:

One of my favorite quotes too!  These are so neat and unique gifts for your significant other, your parents, or just getting them for yourself. Which is what I may just do when her shop reopens! 

The creator of Of The Fountain also blogs and has some really funny entries about her hairless sphinx cat who seems to torture her while she makes the tags from home full-time, as well as updates on planning her own wedding.  Right up my ally! 

Sessed: Donni Charm

A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of working with a company called Donni Charm.  Alyssa, the creator of the company, is a great woman with a great team behind her.  

The story behind Donni Charm is worth mentioning.  Alyssa went through the tragedy of losing her father unexpectedly and created scarves with charms on them as a way to remember and honor him.  She started to expand in the past two years and for her Spring 2012 catalog and asked my place of work for some additional models and shooting space (see below for finished product).  

I can tell you first hand these products are super soft and super cool.  I wanted everything!  (There is a hamsa charm so you know I am into it.)  In addition to this new Spring line, Donni Charm has also teamed up with the Grateful Dead.  Yes, that Grateful Dead, to create a unique and kick-ass line of scarves.  

Go check them out and get some, a percentage of the sales goes to a selected charity each season.  So yea, it's not only just an amazing line of products but also has a philanthropic side.  Not hard to figure out without saying, who benefits from this season's sales.  

Slight Addiction: Pinterest

Pinterest.com is digital scrapbooking.  With a simple "pin" action, you can add anything you want to your created boards.  Its a great way to organize your wedding inspirations, get your creative mind flowing, and waste hours of your time. :)

An example of my Pinterest page.

New Tumblr - Why

Ever just walk by something and ask yourself, Why?!  Me too.  So I started this tumblr.

STOP BULLYING

This Anti-Bully campaign but more so the "It Gets Better Project" is sweeping the nation.  I think it is an excellent idea for "grown-ups" to let young kids know that no matter what you are going through, it will get better and life goes on.  I am curious if they are addressing the bullies too?  Sure you are going to immediately reach out to those who are hurting.  But what about really getting to the heart of the situation?  If no one is bullying in the first place, you wont have to help out kids who feel like they are being bullied.  BAM!

Find out more about the Stop Bullying Campaign: http://www.stopbullying.gov/
Find out more about the It Gets Better Project: http://www.itgetsbetter.org/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gCQfRQHR5k

Ramshackleglam.com

You don't come across a blog that keeps you coming back again and again.  When I find one, I feel the need to share it.

I've been reading Ramshackleglam.com  since it started.  I've even met Jordan, the author, and she is one cool chic.  For great ideas in the home, kitchen and life, you should read it too!

Vote for Gabriel!

I havn't made the official announcement yet and this is kind of major.  I GOT A DOG!

Not a pug, a teacup yorkie named Gabriel.  He came in to the shelter and I fell in love after spending some time with him on the Today Show.  He just stares at you, we call it the "Gabriel Glazeover".  Naturally I am taking a gagillion photos and saw this contest so I thought it would be cool to win.

If my boy Gabriel wins, $10,000 will go to my favorite charity!  As many as I have, I think it would be really cool to give prize money to the place I got him from, Humane Society of New York.  Personally working there, I know how much good they could do with this money and winning from a dog they helped would just bring things full circle.  I don't think it's asking too much, considering he really is that cute!

Sign up and vote once a day here: http://bissell.promo.eprize.com/mvpcontest/gallery?id=30682

Shorty Awards

Nominate Humane Society NY for a social media award in the Shorty Awards

Running an experiment over here and seeing what  we can do with social media.  Please vote for @HumaneSocietyNY for a Shorty Award in #nonprofit.  Voting ends at the end of January, 2011.  Thank you!

"The Shorty Awards honor the best people and organizations on Twitter and social media.Nominations may be made through Twitter and this website, culminating in an awards ceremony that recognizes the winners in dozens of official categories, as well as thousands of crowd-sourced categories. For the first time, the Shorty Awards will also honor the industry's best agencies and social media professionals."

Forever21 Fairy Tale

This is a sweet little fairy tale.  It's always nice to know that you were following and supporting someone or something pre-fame and to watch them grow.  Rumi Neely of fashiontoast, a blog I have been reading for quite some time, is one of the few lucky ones who make it to the big leagues.

Her blog contains fashion shots of her in various outfits she puts together.  Some items are designer, some are low budget, like Forever21.  Pretty brilliant mixes with some very lovely photography.  The new store just opened in Times Square and who did they pick for the billboard?  Her!

NOMINATE ME!

GUYS I NEED YOUR HELP!

Please take a couple seconds to help me get my dream job of becoming MTV's first TJ. That's right a TWITTER JOCKEY. Anyone who knows me knows I would kick ass at this job. I'll spare a cover letter for now but here's what you gotta do (and if I win, I'll personally thank every single person who helped me):

Go to http://tj.mtv.com/open-nomination/

Type in @Beccameyers

Tell your friends!

THANK YOU!!!

"MTV and ZYNC from American Express(SM) have partnered to find the social voice of MTV. Nominate yourself or your favorite social media superstar and help them win the ultimate dream job: The first MTV TJ. The winner gets access to red carpet events, hot celebrities and earns a $100,000 salary. Follow @AmericanExpress for program updates.

What is ZYNC(SM)?

The ZYNC(SM) Card is the Card you create, based on the things you're into. For instance, if you're into music, add the Music Pack and earn double Membership Rewards(R) points on concert tickets. Or enjoy exclusive access to special music events and concerts. Is fashion your thing? Add the Style Pack. Food? Travel? Add them all and get special perks just for doing what you love."

weddinggawker

I was going to write about this new site called Weddinggawker.com but The Cinderella Project summed it up pretty well.

Get ready to feast eyes on this! From the minds behind the beloved foodie website food gawker, wedding gawker is a fabulous online scrapbook featuring dazzling inspiration from sites such as yours truly, Merci New York, Style Me Pretty, 100 Layer Cake, Once Wed and more.

Take a peek - you are just one click away from hours of wedding enjoyment!

Image via wedding gawker.

Opening: Peaches Hothouse

One of the very first entries I wrote was about my cousin's restaurant's in the BK. Looks like a new one is on it's way! Peaches Hothouse looks like it is set to open on Monday, according to this blog my mother somehow figured out how to send me on her gmail account that I didn't know she had.

For those of you that live in the area, go try it for me. I am not saying this because I am biased, but he has some dam good restaurants and I am sure this will be no different.

A Guy Walks Into 365 Bars

(via GuestofaGuest) Another fabulously genius blogging idea. This guy goes to a bar every day for an entire year. He even set up a paypal account for people to help fund his little adventure.

The Rules:

1. I must spend at least one hour in a bar every day for 365 days in a row.

2. If, for whatever reason I miss a day, then I start all over.

3. I have to have at least three drinks in the bar.

4. I will put up a posting of the bar the day after, usually in the afternoon or early evening.

5. I won't repeat any bars except on the 365th day, when I may or may not return to my favorite bar of the adventure.

Talk about a dream job! No need to review or blab about this anymore, just check out the site.

Urban Interns

As their website states, Urban Interns is "A Place to Find Part-Time Assistants". Based out of NYC, but catering nationwide, two women joined forces to focus on small businesses and connect them with part-time job seekers and interns and vice versa. There is a job database for the seeker and the seekee.

I just thought it was a good concept and wanted to help spread the word.

The A List Blog

If I was better about blogging, I would have very similar posts to fellow blogger, Alanna Glicksman. I have a list of things I would like to write about and do with NYBuckeye but just haven't. The upcoming movie remake of Alice in Wonderland, Cupcakes, Chanukah... Just wanted to give the girl props and use her as inspiration. Have a feeling i'll start writing a lot more in the coming months. For the meantime, enjoy Alanna's as well!

Progression Of A Dance

So there was this wedding ceremony video that had some crazy hit power on youtube.
Now its taken on a whole new form. Jill and Kevin have made a site for a good cause, www.jkweddingdance.com. I heard about this through Jezebel.

PAWS FOR STYLE 2009

Please join us at this years 10th Anniversary of Paws for Style!! This one-of-a-kind event unites the fashion community, celebrities, and coiffed canines in couture in support of the animal rescue community! Heralded as the signature soiree for all fashion mavericks that adorn and adore animals, it is surely an event not to be missed! The American Ballet will be dancing a Pas De Duex with their dogs and cast of the Broadway hit HAIR and their shaggy dogs will be letting it all fly in the breeze this special evening! Some of the outstanding designers confirmed for this year's event are Oscar De La Renta, Ungaro, Tibi, Roberto Cavalli, Alice and Olivia, Keith Lissner (on Bravo now), Nanette Lepore, John Varvatos, Carolina Herrera, Nina Ricci, Adam Lippes and many others.

DON'T FORGET: Tickets are required
All proceeds will benefit the Humane Society of New York
Buy Tickets: http://www.humanesocietyny.org/events/paws-style-09.shtml

Enjoy Yappytizers and yappytinis as you and your pets (Yup, they are invited too!!) mingle for a great cause.
The Paws For Style event annually supports the Humane Society’s dedication to providing food, shelter and medical attention for animals in their hospital and adoption center.

Chairing the event are Animal Lover Extraordinare's Wendy Diamond, Valerie Diker, Emily Ford, Frances Hayward and their beloved animals!

By spending one hundred dollars, you will help in saving the lives of Hundreds of animals. Please Buy your tickets today!!

Thank you!!
xoxo!
woof!
meow!
:)

Press inquiries please call 2126290392x204 or email yappy@animalfair.com ! Anyone want to donate to the goody bags email yappy@animalfair.com!

Canine Couture Committee:
Mina-Jacqueline Au, Emilio D. Bacardi, Jennifer Bandier, Geoffrey Bradfield, Marc Bouwer, Tanya Clark, Diana Biederman ,Rachel Felder, Melissa Foss, Robert Fowler, Liz Friedland, Mark Garrison, Jaime Gleicher, Jen Groover, Cornelia Guest, Melanie Hamrick,Carolina Herrera, Elizabeth Hewitt, Heidi Krupp - Lisiten, Hoda Ktob,Adam Lippes, Keith Lissner with CRYSTALLIZED(tm) - Swarovski Elements,
Jené Luciani, Jim Mannino, Nole Marin, Miguelina, Badgley Mischka, Stratis Morfogan, Victor Ozeri, Jane Pontarelli ,Oscar de la Renta, Xiomara Reyes, Nina Ricci, Todd B. Richter, Maggie Rizer, Amanda Setton, Morgan Shara, Ramona Singer, Sarah Smith, Emma Snowdon-Jones, Beth Ostrosky Stern, Claiborne Swanson, Rebecca Taylor, Susan Traub, Leann Underwood, Emanuel Ungaro, John Varvatos, Camilla Webster, Sandra Winick, Jill Zarin, Lori Zelenko

Brands I Like

did a little shopping today and I really like two brands in particular, Lucky Brand and Free People. Lucky has great bags and jewelry but their website kinda sucks. On the opposite side of sucking would be Free People's website. Check it out as well as their blog. http://blog.freepeople.com/