Obviously I’m in love with my husband and our dogs and could never spend a day without them. Same goes for my computer, iphone, car and the internet, of course… well, not the same but all things I am equally addicted to! Those are obvious essentials I can’t go a day without but listed here …
Teenage ambitions you remember well
What I’m Wearing* Vintage black dress I found while searching for my Halloween costume at American Vintage a few weeks ago {it was $34}. I’m pretty sure it’s 80’s. I love the waist, the dolman sleeves and the long cascading ruffles.* Salvatore Ferragamo navy satin pumps* Two sequined flower pins worn at waist… I think …
Bachelorette Party : Murder Mystery
My cousin’s wedding is officially two weeks away {eeek!} and the beautiful bride-to-be {above} wanted a low-key bachelorette party and we all decided on a Murder Mystery Dinner at Matteo’s in West LA. I was relieved to say the least– because a trip to Vegas right now is just too much for this busy woman …
Fall Centerpiece with White Pumpkins & Reindeer Moss
What You’ll Need       * 2 Large {squished} white pumpkins {I don’t know the actual name of these, do comment if you do!}, 2 medium/round pumpkins, a few small white pumpkins. I tend to buy a few extra pumpkins during Halloween that I don’t carve so I can use them through November for Thanksgiving. Spray painting …
Midnight Purple Nails w/ Chunky Gold Glitter Stripe Space Manicure
Now more than ever nails have become an added accessory to outfits… and I love it. This weekend is my cousin’s bachelorette part and I plan on wearing a black dress with gold shoes so I thought I’d give myself a manicure that would compliment the outfit. I used OPI “Lincoln Park After Dark” which …
The Electric Camel Drum ~ J Brand City Year
What I’m Wearing* J Brand City Year skinny leg in apache ~ courtesy of J Brand ~ Besides their luxe denim and their amazing fit {and they’re LA based}, what I love about J Brand is their continued support and collaboration with different charities. 100% of net proceeds from these styles will benefit the efforts …
* The Holiday Guide *
The Holiday Guide by Emily Henderson is out and it is THE GUIDE of all HOLIDAY GUIDES! There are over 200 pages of gift ideas, DIYs, downloadables, givaways, holiday decorating ideas, and so much more! I am so honored to have been featured in this fabulous guide contributing 3 different holiday looks at high and …
Dip It Good | A DIY Dying idea
It’s not the first I’ve seen of dip-diys, in fact, I posted about painted diy spoons a while ago, but I just LOVE this feature in the Sweet Paul Fall 2011 magazine called “So Dip It” that I had to share. It’s not only a ridiculously easy DIY that will transform just about anything you …
Halloween Party // Spooky Decor Inspiration
I mentioned yesterday that our Halloween party was a blast {and I LOVED our costumes} so I’ll just keep it simple today and share a few photos of our night… what am I saying “a few” apologies for the photo overload, enjoy. Hope your Halloween was Spooktacular!
Our Don & Betty Draper~ Halloween Costumes ~
MAC “Such Flare!” matte A61 lipstick {which ended up on my forehead at one point during the night… the reason I rarely wear red lips!} The husband and I had a blast dressing up as Don and Betty Draper for our Halloween party on Saturday night… so much fun we may just dress up again …
Exciting News!
A few months ago a publishing house contacted me with a book idea. When I first read the email I thought they were just sort of interested in my feedback and/or to write an article to include in the book. But after a bit more email correspondence, it was clear that what they were really …
Refashioned Jewels: Coloring Gems DIY
It’s not that I don’t love these Amrita Singh Napeague Earrings which I found on GILT a few months ago {and wore here} but I realized recently that I have quite a few pairs of turquoise earrings, so I thought I’d DIY them into something new. Though I just noticed, when looking for the link …
A Glitch in the Matrix:October 2009 Style
October 13, 2009 + DIY sleeveless coat What’s great about taking photos of your outfits is that you get this sort of, inside look at how your outfit really looks – on you. Sometimes things you miss in person, staring at your reflection in the mirror, really stand out in photos. In fact, I almost …
The One You Warned Me All About
What I’m Wearing* Sweater found in husband’s closet… also seen here with insane back lace up tights* Paige Premium jeans… my most comfy jeans ever* Vintage brass bangles mixed with new gold bangles* Necklace and Earrings both Jewelmint which I am loving, & courtesy of Jewelmint Sign up for JewelMint & use code BOCT50 to …
Top 10 Spring 2012 Trends
Peplum * Giorgio Armani * Pastels * Louis Vuitton * Midsection * Emilio Pucci * Baroque Flourishes * Thakoon * Birds * Kenzo * Deep Sea * Peter Pilotto * Drop Waist * Chloe * Digital Prints * Topshop Unique * Matte Satin * Lanvin * Abstract Art * Gucci * According to Elle Magazine. …