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There's less than five weeks left of 2012. 

Hands down, this has been one of the best years ever for me. Here's hoping to an amazing last month of the year and going out with a bang.

There will be lots coming up on the blogette this month. Keep checking back for my holiday gift guide, more Notes on... and a holiday playlist of eclectic holiday tunes. 

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Wishing the happiest of birthdays (a day early!) to my darling friend Shannon - may your entire weekend be filled with laughter, drinks, friends and family...and perhaps a puppy or two.




















I adore you girl, and wish nothing but the best for the next year. Happy Birthday!

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On the eve of the Academy Awards, I'm very excited to start my yearly ritual and wait anxiously to see who's wearing what.

I won't lie, the classic dresses Audrey Hepburn, Cher and other icons have worn to the Oscar ceremony will always be some of the most memorable and beautiful dresses we will remember. However, I don't think we give enough credit to some of our modern actresses (and I'm talking the ladies who pull out the big chops for in both their role choices, and wardrobes).

Below I've collected my favourite looks from over the past few years (and a little before then as well...just to keep good measure). Penelope Cruz, Marion Cotillard and Hilary Swank will always be best dressed in my books.










PS note about Michelle Williams - I saw My Week With Marilyn the other day and absolutely died. It's fabulous, real and Williams made me believe I was watching the bombshell herself in 2012. I hope she wins best actress!

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