Smelly Kelley

The signature scent of my home is Japanese Quince by Seda France. I shall be loyal to it forever, and once you get a sniff of it you will be too. But often I like to have smaller candles burning in other rooms (read bathroom and bedroom) - and while rummaging through the sidewalk sale at Hello Bluebird a few months ago I found the perfect complementing scents from Nouvelle for my one and only Seda France. So I bought a few a headed home to test them out. And then.. I fell in love! They are not only pretty and compact (just like my apartment) but pack major scented punch, that is exactly the inviting and clean aroma I want wafting around my little abode. (Oh, and of course they are eco-chic!) Everyone who comes over compliments their smell and I found myself going back for more. And more! Today, I scooped up the last three at Hello Bluebird, but am on a mission to find more. They come in all shapes and sizes for your burning enjoyment, but I prefer the small tins (great as gifts as well as easy to travel with). Today I have the Tuscan Current tin opened on my desk and it's already filling my office with it's fantastic scent!

Goodwill Toward Man

I always identify the kick off of fall to coincide with the Goodwill Runway Show. It's Berks County's very own Fashion's Night Out, but for an even better cause. All my lovely lady friends, after spending the summer on-the-go and in the sunshine, doll themselves up and get together for this second hand chic evening. It's like our very own back to school night, but so much cooler (did I ever mention how cool I think getting older is?). Anyway, without a word we all gather for the evening surrounded by fashion, charity and fall - compliments of sponsor Berks County Living.

Preview Party at Bell Tower

Bell Tower Salon and Medi-Spa

salon style

auction

scouring the racks

me and my new Oscar

Goodwill Runway Show

meeting John McHenry of Goodwill

BCL fashion freelancers and best friends: miss must-haves and the look

centerpieces you can bid on - genius and chic!

Reading Beer made an unexpected and welcome appearance

take-away bags made from recycled tshirts

Alex serving up his amazing Lebanese fare from Aladdin

the fabulous Jackie Hoffman from y102 - mcing and modeling for the evening

from runway to real-way, we shop the racks after the show

in the bag

It's easy being green

It's my favorite day of the month! Berks County Living has hit the newstands for its annual green April issue.

I had the terrific task of scouring the County for all kinds of eco - green goods and my friends, you will not be dissapointed. While I love each and every of my handpicked must-haves without question, there is one that I just can not wait to break out and try for myself!

Awesome Andy at East Ridge Outfitters turned me on to this hydration belt and I can not wait to hit the trails and try it out! He is the one stop shop for all of us Berks County outdooraholics, and I promise you will not be dissapointed (or leave empty handed) when you visit his store. Plus, GoLite is a super awesome company who makes really eco-responsible goods you can feel good about purchasing. Win-win, on-on.

Happy Trails!

x x

miss must-haves

ps - you can also check out where yours truly was around town last month here