What makes love true

Outfit Details:
Joie silk blouse - c/o Joie
lace skirt - c/o Spotted Moth
belt - thrifted
shoes - Beacon's Closetvintage bag - Hourglass Consignment
twist key necklace - c/o Tiffany & Co., in celebration of their microsite, What Makes Love True

Bobby is wearing: Urban Outfitters hat and Benjamin shirt by Fischer

There is no authority on love. Love is such an intimate notion and to be in love is beyond description. Or, at least, it is for me. I've been in love a handful of times - truly - and I'll never discredit those that didn't last. Once you're in love, it's difficult to admit to yourself that you can ever fall out of it. It's right and then...it's just wrong. From the four year relationship that ran its course to the whirlwind romance that crashed and burned, I've become the person I am today - and I've learned when to love and when to let go. That is never lost on me.

When Tiffany & Co. sent me this beautiful necklace with the thought provoking question, "What makes love true?" I immediately thought, "Love is whatever you make of it." That might sound like a cop out, and maybe it is. But each time I fell in love, it felt completely different. That doesn't make it any less real. What makes love true and long-lasting is all in how you maintain it, and that requires balance and resilience. And if you're dating me, patience - lots of patience.

I'm a fiery person. I can be tempestuous and lose my temper rather quickly, and I'm extremely stubborn. I need someone who balances me out and keeps me grounded, yet lets me express myself. He needs to accept that I'm going to get riled up every now and then, but not let me get out of control. And maybe bring me back down to earth with a soothing voice and some breathing exercises, if necessary (I'm only kind of joking). More than anything, I need someone who will stick around when things get tough, and I need to want to stick around, too...and be the voice of reason when he needs it.  People don't often tell you how much maintenance a relationship requires, but know this: there will be rough patches. You need to know when to pick yourselves up and dust each other off and when to let go - and grudges are out of the question. Bobby and I have had our rough patches in the past, but after eight years of friendship and three years of living together, we know how to handle what comes our way. Despite all of my faults, he never gave up on me. And just so you know (because I'm painting myself to be a crazy person with a perfect counterpart), he has his [very minor] faults, too. The goshdarn boy can't seem to go one day without accidentally throwing away something really important.


Oh, and one other thing that makes love true? Mutual adoration for my animals. Obviously!

To see more thoughts on what makes love true from fellow bloggers, check out the slideshow on stylelist.

love in her eyes and flowers in her hair

Outfit Details:
yellow slip (overlay) - Free People
yellow knit slip dress (under) - H&M
lace cardigan - Threadsence
Keiko necklace - c/o mynamenecklace.com
heart lock bracelet - c/o Tiffany & Co. (from their What Makes Love True evening)
Joie Windy platforms - c/o Joieflower crown - made by the Seychelles girlsmakeup: full tutorial here

Admittedly, I didn't even leave the house on this day (Monday). I stayed home, sneezed a lot, did Makeup Monday and made one garment. One. It was an extremely unproductive day. I'd use the excuse that I'm sick but I'm always sick, so you'd think I would get used to it. Despite my lack of productivity and abundance of the sick, I maintained a pleasant disposition. There's something about shapeless loungewear, a flower crown, bright eyes and a beautiful puppy that is magic. When you put them all together, it's impossible to be down.

Tiffany & Co. : What Makes Love True

Lindsey, Christine, Katy and me.
I think it's safe to say that Tiffany & Co. are masters of events. I wasn't sure anything could top actually having breakfast at Tiffany's, but they really outdid themselves with this one. In celebration of the launch of their new site, What Makes Love True, Tiffany & Co. took a group of us on a tour of some of their favorite, most romantic spots in the city. We started at Tiffany's on Wall Street, made our way over to Italian Wine Merchants and finished the night at Raines Law Room. I loved their romantic spots so much, I can't wait to explore the rest of their suggestions. You can see the full list of their NYC recommendations here and catch a glimpse of the two we experienced, below.


It was a rainy night, but they made sure we each had an umbrella as we headed off in the bus. Luxury field trip!






Italian Wine Merchants has a two person dining nook where couples can eat by candlelight. I wonder how many proposals have taken place there! We stuffed ourselves silly with delicious cheese, bread, olives, fish and risotto.


Christine and Lindsey.


We wrapped up our night with cookies, chocolates and drinks at Raines Law Room. While everyone had their cocktails, they were kind enough to make me a delicious non-alcoholic drink to sip on - strawberry and ginger soda. Delicious.


Craig and Bobby were the only guys there, other than Carson from Tiffany's. What lucky guys!
Huge thank you to Tiffany & Co. for yet another magical experience.