SLIP 'N SLIDE

With the exception of the suburban Wisconsin home I grew up in, I've never have a yard before. All the city living I did over the years didn't allow for this luxury. That changed however when Danny and I moved into our new house.

You know where I'm going with this right? Should I just get there faster? I BOUGHT A FRICKIN SLIP 'N SLIDE!!!

My cousin (Jess)  and sis (Julianna) were in town visiting, both of whom who you from here, to test out the slide with me.

READY? THIS IS HOW WE DO!

Despite Jess's strong start and excellent form she got a little scared half way through.

Jess - have one of these! It will make you brave!

A combination of fresh fruit juices, champagne, and some B-12 ought to do the trick.
(Like the flamingo glasses?  They're dirt cheap. Get them here.)

We chilled the rest of the day and I got super sunburned on my back which I revealed here on my instagram.

 

In conclusion, I plan to get super into slip 'n sides this summer, including purchasing a bigger one with tons of bells and whistles. Danny, on the other hand, wants to enjoy his new yard by starting a garden. To each their own.

 

 

Slip 'n Slide fans unite! Let me hear you in the comments below!

BHLDN STYLE SHOOT

As I wrote about here on the Houston Wedding Blog, Danny and I eloped and therefore missed out on most of the wedding hoopla and traditions. Danny had been married once before and I’d been engaged, so we wanted to sneak away discreetly to tie the knot as, clearly, we’d had our fill of wedding related drama. =) So when this opportunity to do a style shoot with Awake and BHLDN arose we couldn't have been more excited. (I'm using the term "we" loosely. Danny was more like you want me to take off work for what?)

 

Although this was a style shoot and not a real ceremony it still felt genuine at times. Maybe because this Saturday is our 5 year wedding anniversary. Perhaps it was our personalized portrait by Linda from Though Very Humble . I have purchased a number of these in the past as presents so it was especially fun to see ourselves in the frame. Most likely it was the personalized touches Paige designed for the shoot. The tablescape, dessert table, and cake table were all adorned with vintage books. Not only did they bode well with our garden party theme but it felt especially fitting given that a while ago I SIGNED WITH A PUBLISHER FOR MY BOOK AND IT WILL BE RELEASED THIS AUGUST! More on that next week!

 

Thank you so much to all the creatives involved in the shoot -especially BHLDN and Awake. Lastly, thank you to my bff/ husband. Happy anniversary Danny.











 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*To see more pictures from this shoot check out this post on Awake's photo blog. I'll also post some more on the Greetings from Texas FB page and Pinterest page!

CREDITS

Photography + Creative Design: Awake // Stylist: Allyson from Mimosas in the Morning // Production/Photography Assistant: Andy Hemingway  Models: Houston Style Blogger, Megan Silianoff and family // Venue: Brennans Houston // Florals: Chelsie Broussard - HEB Bloom // Bride’s Attire:  BHLDN // Groom’s Attire:  JOS A BANKS // Hair Stylist: Brandi Lisenbe, Do or Dye TX // Makeup Artist: Ginny Lee, Do or Dye TX // Invitation Design: Little Rhino Paper Co. // Envelope Design + Letterpress: Bluebonnet Press // Cakes: Silver Cake Studio // Flower Girl Attire: Pretty Petals // His is Hers Bridal Shirt: Claridge and King // Custom Sweethearts Cameo: Though Very Humble // Cake Topper: April Hiler Designs

 

BHLDN CREDITS

Agata Swing Dress

Beacon Minaudiere Clutch

Lady Luck Blusher Veil

Firework Chandelier Earrings

Ridged Tin Vases

Celebrate Cake Server

Dream in Lace Plates

Petits Four Plates

Lace Pennant Garland

Monogrammed Garland

Lace Wing Garland

Butterfly Confetti

Hanging Mercury Votive

 

 

Rollin in the Deep

My 13 year old niece, Jessie, recently performed in her middle school's talent show. She chose an Adele classic, "Rolling in the Deep".  Seconds into this video you'll realize, however, that her Stage Aunt (me) is going to be rolling in the dough.

 

Jessie is bound for super stardom and I can only hope when she's old enough for The Voice she'll be on Blake Shelton's team. (So I can meet him.)

 

 

Because now  you're dazzled and surely wanting more from this 13 year old prodigy, you can watch this video we made together last year. Jessie is also in this post I wrote over Christmas.

 

P.S. I bought her that shirt she's wearing which obviously means that I had some sort of involvement in the performance.

 

P.P.S. Jessie - I'm so immensely proud of you that I can even write this without the waterworks. You have such a good heart and I love you so much. Please don't change this or become "too cool"  as you become older/go to Hollywood.  If you do, I'll sell a very obnoxious story to US Weekly about you. XOXO, Aunt Megan

BEHIND THE SCENES with BHLDN

Yesterday Danny and I had the pleasure of participating in a style shoot for BHLDN in honor of our imminent 5 year wedding anniversary. The shoot was shot by Paige Budde of Awake Photography in the courtyard of Brennan's Houston, which was the perfect location for the "garden party" vibe that we trying to contrive .

 

Here are a few "'behind the scene" pics from the day. I don't want to give too much away away as I'll leave that to Paige (though she posted a few sneak peeks here last night.)

 

My hair & make-up were done at Houston's coolest salon, Do or Dye TX;

(Thee Brandi Lisenbe did my hair and Ginny Lee did my makeup!)

These kiddos = heroes of the day! Thanks for not only contributing their work to the shoot but coming on location and helping Paige style it as well.  From left to right: Allyson Fulcher, Andy Hemingway, Sarah McKeon, Austin Reinlie, Jodi Fernandez

And there she is - the star of the day! The girl who behind the camera, who hates having her picture taken, yet is ironically so good at taking others. It was fun seeing her in her element yesterday though not as fun as seeing her down a jalapeño margarita later that evening.

 

I expect we'll be ready to share the shoot in a few days here - including all the brands, artists, and creatives that were involved. Try to contain yourself until then.

 

XO,

Megan

 

LINDA AT THE LOFT!

 

I'd like to formally congratulate Loft on their newest part-time employee - MY MOM, Linda! I couldn't be more excited about this. Although my mom has been coy on certain details such as her employee discount, (probably because she's afraid I'll blog about it and embarrass her precisely like I'm doing now) I'm hoping there will be a direct correlation between her gig and my closet.

While I encourage you to peruse my Loft picks below, feel free to physically visit my Mom in Loft's Milwaukee location. Tell her Megan sent you. Or if you want to greet her in our native Milwaukee tongue, try something like, "oh, HEY Megan's mom, where's the bubbler?"

P.S. For more posts about my mom, allow me to recommend;
Happy Mamma's Day,
Potpourri - (my personal favorite!)
Sex in the City Closet
Do you know what a coverlet is?
Hooping it Up (also a good one)
 

-MA! HOOK IT UP WITH THIS STUFF!-

A Non Sexual Massage

I've been feeling extremely stressed and overwhelmed lately. Tuesday I was on my computer from 5am - 7pm - sure, it was pinterest the whole time but still. My shoulders were seriously the most painful thing ever so I walked over from the Starbucks I was working at to a Thai Massage parlor across the street, hoping they took  walk -ins. *Note that I was in a nice part of town. I mean - that should go without saying given  I was at a Starbucks. Starbucks doesn't do ghetto - can you imagine a bunch of Crips cruisin around sipping a bunch of Iced Hazelnut Machiattos?

 

This framed sign is the first thing I see upon entering the parlor, as it was sitting on the check in counter.

Ummmm, what about just the tip? Also, for an establishment that claims not do to sexual services, maybe you should stop talking about sexual services so much.

 

 

 

I will say however, it was a good massage. Look how relaxed I was after?

 

 

 

And when I say relaxed, I mean really relaxed.....if you know what I mean.

 

WELCOME LIZ!!!

I'd like you all to join me in formally introducing this vintage Liz Claiborne sweater into my closet.

 

I got her for $6 bucks at a thrift store so I anticipate my more pretentious clothes taking the occasional cheap shot in her direction. (See what I did there - word play people.)  

Anyway, welcome Liz! I anticipate a wonderful journey with you and even if there are a few bumps along the road, its okay, as you have HUGE sewn-in shoulder pads girl!


*These photos were taken by Awake Photography. Check out Awake's photo blog here.

-GET THE LIZ LOOK-