Prim Wish: Uniform Project Accessories Auction

As Sheena's full year of wearing one LBD comes to an end, The Uniform Project has raised close to $70K for the Akanksha Fund, and is hoping to raise a little more by auctioning off a year's worth of impeccable accessories through eBay Giving Works.

Please visit the auction. Bidding ends April 8. If you win, you'll gain an amazing one-of-a-kind statement piece and the gratitude of the kids you'll be helping put through school. Here are some of my favorites.

Flower barrettes, starting at $10.

Red quilted linen circles necklace, bidding from $20.50.

Navy ruffled tank, bidding from $11.50.

Vintage grey pillbox hat, starting at $10.

And my absolute favorite, a red tiered ruffle skirt, bidding from $68.


And the best news of all? You can order one of 365 limited edition U.P. dresses here!

Prim Wish: Crochet Everything

Even when they aren't hosting a holiday, my mom and dad transform their house into a sort of whimsical outpost for anyone in need of a little festivity. This weekend it was Easter, interpreted by my parents as an impressionist mix of deep purple lace, ceramic eggs and woodland creatures.

In the process, my dad unearthed a nearly-ruined box in the basement, but he'd packed the contents in plastic. ("Because I'm neurotic that way," he said. I love it when family members recognize the strength in neuroses.) Inside was a set of gorgeous baskets my mom had macreméd from a waxy rope in the 80s. They got us reminiscing over all the crafting we did when I was small; ceramics, jewelry, clay and crocheting. Crocheting! It was like remembering an old friend who'd transferred schools. As a kid, being able to take a ball of yarn and create something unique was truly magical. It certainly still is, but I've lost the time or patience or maybe even soul needed to access that magic. I want it back.

As a first step, I turned to Etsy, via the fabulous Etsy Shops I Love blog for some nostalgic inspiration and was not disappointed. Meet Meekssandygirl.

Even though this Easter egg is cotton yarn, it takes me back to the days of real egg hunts, with actual hard-boiled eggs.

A crochet daffodil barrette is like eternal spring.

Unbelievably, there's a crochet Octopus's Garden with real freshwater pearls. The Beatles bring me back to Sunday morning crafting with my mom.

And this pink clover necklace is simply beautiful.

Prim Wish: Get Religion with the Golden Girls

You just have to see this. It's a new line of pendants from jewelry designer, Karen Yost ($140), most definitely in the style of saintly religious medals straight from my Catholic school days. But who says being a friend isn't religious?

Prim Wish: The Oscar Blues

The day after the big day is usually a bit of a downer, but I don't mind these blues at all.


If you're looking to keep your Oscar spirits up with a little true blue glamour, then splurge on Precision Liquid Eyeliner from Le Metier de Beaute ($42) in Aqua. The serene color glides on better than a brand-new Sharpie and is nothing like the runny stuff you're used to.
Plus, I happen to know that Marchesa, the label behind Gabourey Sidibe, Vera Farmiga and Sandra Bullock's dreamy sheaths, included the aqua shade in the model's swag bags at New York Fashion Week.

Prim Wish: Jason Wu for Madame Alexander

At 6, I told my mom that I would one day sew myself a life-size replica of Barbie's Peaches n' Cream dress and wear it always. So I was wrong about the timelessness and versatility of peach chiffon, but looking to my dolls for fashion inspiration wasn't the worst idea I've had.

Veteran doll stylist turned life-size designer Jason Wu unveiled his collection of reimagined Cissy dolls for Madame Alexander this week. I want them all, including my-size versions of their clothes, which I will unfortunately not be sewing. I vastly overestimated my adult sewing skills.

These poseable little ladies (16") won't be available until August, but feast your eyes in the meantime.