Links I LOVE

1. These woven sneakers are a fun twist on a classic.

2. Beard study shows heavy stubble makes men especially attractive to women. Amen.

3. I love this celestial-inspired paperweight tutorial.

4. Inspiration for summertime burger grilling.

5. A father’s letter to his little girl that made me tear up.

6. A perfect dainty ring

7. Hilarious hybrid celebrities made into G.I.F monstrosities (the last one kills me).

8. A cake with miniature donuts on top? Done and done.

9. Even though my style’s decidedly un-punk, I loved all the looks from the Met Gala.

Links I Love

1. This beautiful dream house makes me want to visit Santorini. (elledecor.com)

2. I love the idea of paper anemone flowers since my cats insist on eating my fresh ones. (ellinee.com)

3. A tiny purse that’s ideal for navigating flea markets. (jcrew.com)

4. An inspiring selection of baking accessories, all at a great price. (shopsweetlulu.com)

5. This daily newsletter keeps me informed without being overwhelming. (theskimm.com)

6. I plan on making this waffle cake for my next brunch. (thekitchn.com)

7. This color blocked one piece reaffirms my love of the combination of red and pink. (topshop.com)

8. When creativity meets abandoned buildings: environmental graffiti. (environmentalgraffiti.com)

9. Learn to disconnect from your phone – it’s actually good for your heart. (nytimes.com)

Links I LOVE

1. A reminder that we’re all a bit impatient at times (funnyordie.com)

2. Dress up your keychain with this DIY tassel (lovelyindeed.com)

3. I want to organize all of my jewelry on this kitschy tray (zarahome.com)

4. Yes, please: a bar that combines chocolate, marshmallows, and peanut butter (loveandoliveoil.com)

5. A work in progress: 19 Things to Stop Doing in Your 20s (restoredstyle.com)

6. These calligraphed eggs are so chic and simple(ohhappyday.com)

7. A citrus-colored necklace would bring life to a plain t-shirt (shopbop.com)

8. This makes me happy that I went for a shorter, blunt cut (honestlywtf.com)

9.  drinking for the season premiere of Game of Thrones (huffingtonpost.com)

Links I LOVE

1. This Fast Company article just confirms that Jenna Lyons is seriously awesome.

2. Wouldn’t this be a fun DIY for a Cinco de Mayo party?

3. A great idea to spice up your old champagne glasses.

4. I need this piñata cake in my life.

5. Adorable spoons, perfect for an afternoon tea.

6. Did you know this fact about Tom Cruise?

7. I love the idea of tanned skin and a simple rose gold watch for spring and summer.

8. Inspiring quotes by an inspiring woman.

9. I’m still undecided how I feel about this shoe trend (though these may convince me to give it a go).