tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63093618571466426372011-09-18T01:19:00.487-07:00Fashion ClothingAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.comBlogger101941100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-10383284789276004112011-09-17T20:38:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:47.544-07:00♥ cookies & cream.i hung out with my very best friends last night and wanted to surprise themwith a yummy dessert to accompany their delicious dinner.since my favorite thing on earth is oreo ice cream, i thought i would trymy hand at home-made oreo cookies, and boy, am i happy i did.grab yourself a tall glass of milk and get baking!this recipe is adapted from smitten kitchen & martha stewart,originally spotted on Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-55314242017722245472011-09-17T06:11:00.000-07:002011-09-17T21:56:54.543-07:00The ABCs of MeI've seen this meme floating around, and since I do these things ... never ... I thought I'd give it a go.A. Age: 32B. Bed size: Queen, but I wouldn't mind a California King for ultimate sprawl factorC. Chore that you hate: There's really no chore I like, otherwise it wouldn't be a chore. I hate cleaning. That's not to be confused with organizing, which I love. But the actual dusting and sweepingAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-28574601336911790202011-09-16T17:42:00.000-07:002011-09-17T21:56:54.659-07:00Tune TimeI remember the first time I listened to The New Pornographers. Believe it or not, I bought "Electric Version" on a whim after Amazon recommended it to me back in 2003. Every time I hear that CD now I am transported back to that time in Myrtle Beach, driving around in John (our old black Pontiac Sunfire) with the windows down and the humidity seeping into my pores. Not much has changed in eight Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-25233242616706376172011-09-16T13:29:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:47.933-07:00♥ have a purrrrfect evening.this is so me & my cat.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-91355368547379883442011-09-16T10:54:00.000-07:002011-09-17T21:56:55.190-07:00Flickr Fridays #1231. I miss travelling, 2. .Pieces.of.the.people.who.love., 3. check it out, 4. PeekabooHappy Friday, friends! I only have one goal this weekend: to sleep before midnight. See, I'm feeling like a real dolt for being tired when my baby girl actually DOES sleep through the night most nights. In my defense she wakes up with the birds. Let's just say she'll be the perfect shopper for Black Friday salesAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-33333881529975432682011-09-16T05:59:00.000-07:002011-09-17T21:56:55.324-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.13.11Growing out this hair is harder than I thought it would be. I'm itching to get my bangs trimmed. And I'm starting to question whether I have the willpower to grow out my favorite haircut of all time. H has tried to talk me out of it. He says he loves my hair as is. Awww, how sweet.I just don't want to be one of those women who has the same haircut for 30 years, whose children are like, "Mommy's Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-34299577848251203112011-09-15T23:16:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:45.047-07:00FFF - Ebates Double cashback at Sak's, Nordstrom, and Banana Republic and Japanese eatsHappy Fun, Free, Friday (FFF) lovelies!Online ShoppingIf you happen to be building your fall wardrobe, treating yourself after a long week, or eyeing something on your wish list for a while, now may be the time to shop around. A few e-tailers are increasing their Ebates cashback amounts. If you shop online and go through the Ebates site first, you get a percentage of your purchase back - yep, Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-9049574417049697712011-09-15T22:25:00.000-07:002011-09-17T21:56:55.491-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.12.11Alexa and I went out to run errands with just the Baby Bjorn carrier. It's weird how much attention you get when you wear a baby. First stop: Payless Shoes Salesperson does a double take, then comes up to coo over Alexa. "It took me by surprise. I was like, 'Wait, is she wearing a human being on her chest?'" she confessed.Second stop: Penguin's frozen yogurtFellow customer oohs and aaahs. "I bet Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-68803966593357034962011-09-15T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:48.084-07:00♥ i'm going to be an aunt!my sister, liz liz, & my new brother in law, beejay just announced that they are going to have a baby!!!! ♥i am so excited to be an aunt- and to share in all of these brand new experiences with my wonderful family.stay tuned for more news on their little "nugget!"Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-77036308442942536962011-09-15T16:12:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:55.631-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.11.11This week has been a serious drain on my energy, and I think it started with Saturday night, when I decided it would be a good idea to watch "102 Minutes that Changed America" on the eve of the 9/11 anniversary. I don't know why I do these things, when I know it's only going to weigh on my mind and make me worried/upset/depressed.And just in case I wasn't feeling down enough about the state of Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-28344420225423398572011-09-15T16:12:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.176-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.11.11This week has been a serious drain on my energy, and I think it started with Saturday night, when I decided it would be a good idea to watch "102 Minutes that Changed America" on the eve of the 9/11 anniversary. I don't know why I do these things, when I know it's only going to weigh on my mind and make me worried/upset/depressed.And just in case I wasn't feeling down enough about the state of Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-34419493002579486762011-09-15T10:18:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:48.265-07:00♥ my best friend is the man who will give me the book i have not read.do you ever notice how when someone highlights a passage in a book,or a beautiful part of a song, that you may have overlooked-it becomes even more significant to you? that's how i feel whenever nick shows me something. here's a great example:source."there are racial differences among people, yes? there are cultural difference, sexual differences.. in my opinion, those differences can be good. Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-33301414866671054942011-09-15T04:24:00.001-07:002011-09-18T00:39:45.768-07:00Designer Thursday: Kate Spade and Current Elliot create WestwardYou wouldn't necessarily think to combine preppy chic Kate Spade with boyfriend jean queens Current Elliott (stylists and designers Emily Current and Merritt Elliott), but that is exactly what happens in the new collection Westward. These two sets of designers meet in the middle to create a collection of leather goods that isn't perfect, but still lovable (how could you not love purse names likeAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-72294659459668714522011-09-15T04:24:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:12.543-07:00COS is comingCOS is opening a store in Amsterdam this fall - yes, it's official - and I've been checking their website a lot. So glad they're coming to my home town! Can't wait to stepping in every week or so, just to see what they have. (And obviously to check if that silver bracelet is in yet)Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-66751105227799876542011-09-15T00:23:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:19.347-07:00Stella McCartney Resort 2012I've always been a silent fan of Stella McCartney. Don't ask me why, I don't know either. Been on the road of re-discovering a lot of things lately, another one of them is blazers. Just had to add that dress in, too cute not to.Photos: Style.comCiaosLoveVenetiaAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-85140211629130965552011-09-15T00:12:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:19.567-07:00Simone Rocha Shoes for FallI remember seeing this pair of gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous shoes from the Fall 2011 collections. I seriously can't believe that I totally forgot about it until I rediscovered these babies a couple days back via some tumblr sites.These are pieces of (shoe) art and they need a shoe/fashion museum to archive them like now! I am not kidding.Images: Various Tumblr SitesCiaosLoveVenetiaAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-43609437216349932632011-09-14T22:09:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:48.424-07:00♥ bubble bauble.after the wedding, i came home with boxes and boxes of mason jars,votive candles & mini vases- so i have been buzzing around myapartment trying to make use of all these extra decorations.my favorite reincarnation thus far is my round candle holder-turned-cocktail ring cup. i am a big believer in putting youraccessories where they are easily accessible, and what better way to remember to rock a Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-47757518760145986972011-09-14T10:49:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:48.573-07:00♥just had to share my new favorite wedding photo.(thank you, josh!) and thank you to my sisters,whose thumbs went numb helping me punch outall of that beautiful heart confetti!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-71892500024356051032011-09-14T08:49:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:55.851-07:00The It ListFive things I'm lovin' right now ...Billboard swings. [Didier Faustino via Happiness Is] Cardboard unicorns.Headpiece styling by Mr. Kate.Beatles parties. Please, will someone throw one for me?Hot air balloons by Jen Skelley.For more things I'm lovin' this week, check out my Pinterest page.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-26961098957182347322011-09-14T08:49:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.236-07:00The It ListFive things I'm lovin' right now ...Billboard swings. [Didier Faustino via Happiness Is] Cardboard unicorns.Headpiece styling by Mr. Kate.Beatles parties. Please, will someone throw one for me?Hot air balloons by Jen Skelley.For more things I'm lovin' this week, check out my Pinterest page.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-32427379326248538522011-09-14T05:23:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:45.918-07:00Fun Finds: Ear Miki by Jun Hyun Kim, Byeol Shim and Young Jun KimThis 2011 Idea award winner helps you stylishly manage your phone and earbuds. Ear Miki can be attached to your phone so that it can hold onto your phone and prevent it from falling even if you drop it. It can also be worn as a ring serving as both an accessory and storage place for your earbuds.Tres cute and functional right?Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-51936587975091038302011-09-13T23:35:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:48.715-07:00♥ love beyond measure.one of my favorite bloggers, martini of beyond boston chic recently tied the knot at boston city hall, and then camehome and celebrated in what looks like a gorgeous,love-filled backyard extravaganza.don't you love every little wedding detail?and as if one big event at city hall weren't enough-she has gone ahead and outdone herself with a photographyexhibit that will showcase all of the amazing Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-67159480014125896162011-09-13T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:12.720-07:00Outfit: On the goJoining the fashion army with this good old green parka. Weapon of choice? My Acne Pistol boots of course.Topshop high waisted jeansAlice + Olivia slouchy tankH&M parkaFashionology quartz necklaceKaren Walker sunglassesAcne Pistol bootsBalenciaga bagFor more, also follow me on: Bloglovin', Twitter and Fashiolista!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-65611996275696140942011-09-13T18:25:00.000-07:002011-09-15T22:53:26.238-07:00NYFW: Outfit InspirationI was in quite a fashion frump of a rut this summer. I blame weight gain. And too much work. Also a closet that is starting to look more Hoarders than The Coveteur. Sigh. But things are looking up. Suddenly feeling very sartorially inspired. Think I have the parade of peacocks at NYFW to thank.Here are some of the simple and chic outfit inspirations I'll be channeling as we transition into fall. Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-33835477659481069032011-09-13T13:21:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:56.004-07:00Baby TalkDear Alexa,Thirty-one weeks old. Your feisty personality is getting feistier, if that's even possible. Just tonight you woke up after sleeping for a few hours. Why? Who knows. All I know is that you were not happy. You were doing the thing where you cry "real fake" tears and kick your legs around. No! You do not want your binky! You cry even LOUDER till you get what you want, and you wanted your Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-55204793290377388582011-09-13T13:21:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.287-07:00Baby TalkDear Alexa,Thirty-one weeks old. Your feisty personality is getting feistier, if that's even possible. Just tonight you woke up after sleeping for a few hours. Why? Who knows. All I know is that you were not happy. You were doing the thing where you cry "real fake" tears and kick your legs around. No! You do not want your binky! You cry even LOUDER till you get what you want, and you wanted your Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-40193557666597911662011-09-13T05:55:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:56.244-07:00Why We Go Outside (sponsored)Thanks to Walgreens for sponsoring my writing. Help Walgreens help others! Visit their Facebook page here to learn about their charitable partners and decide which cause Walgreens will donate to with a quick vote.There are so many things kids have nowadays that H and I didn't have when we were growing up. Cellphones, Internet, iPads, HDTV, realistic videogames, Twitter and Facebook, to name a fewAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-66666669245469404902011-09-13T05:55:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.327-07:00Why We Go Outside (sponsored)Thanks to Walgreens for sponsoring my writing. Help Walgreens help others! Visit their Facebook page here to learn about their charitable partners and decide which cause Walgreens will donate to with a quick vote.There are so many things kids have nowadays that H and I didn't have when we were growing up. Cellphones, Internet, iPads, HDTV, realistic videogames, Twitter and Facebook, to name a fewAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-75647430005898860422011-09-13T03:50:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:48.853-07:00♥ art evokes the mystery without which the world would not exist.i have to give props to my friend chris who sent along this link aboutthese amazingly intricate, hand carved book sculptures that have been appearing mysteriously at libraries & film houses in edinburgh.each of them have a tag and a dedication without any indication of who the artist is. could you imagine walking by a shelf and finding this? love it!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-62308241330318677432011-09-13T01:46:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:46.072-07:00Money Matters: Top Five Tips for SavingI talk about shopping a lot, but I definitely have experience saving as well and thought I should share that side too. In most years (non-grad school years) I've saved over 50% of my net income and this has enabled me to pay for my own wedding, support myself through my last year of college and all of graduate school, and contribute financially towards my family. I have been able to spend my Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-21779544965294149122011-09-12T22:08:00.000-07:002011-09-15T22:53:26.341-07:00Fashion Night Out Los Angeles 2011: Rodeo DriveThe SceneI was one of the fifteen thousand fashion lovers who spent Fashion Night Out this year on Rodeo Drive. Very exclusive party ;) Easy to understand why it was such a draw. All the most swoon-worthy designer stores on the planet... PLUS, a totally unpretentious, everyone's welcome carnival of an atmosphere?Well, it makes for the most surreal juxtaposition EVER. I mean, there were people Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-21586528564982263052011-09-12T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:12.787-07:00Shopping: Dreamy jacketSome things I know will last forever... Like my weak spot for leather and suede - especially when combined. So that played out pretty nicely when I saw this draped jacket on Nelly. The funny thing is that I've worn it before, during London Fashion Week (seen here) and got so many compliments on it. I vowed I would make it mine when it hit stores and so I did...Gestuz leather and suede waterfall Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-63287210009218877252011-09-12T15:21:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:56.372-07:00100 Years of FashionThis video [via Happiness Is] is freaking amazing. It combines my love of (a) fashion (b) dance and (c) history into 100 seconds. Enjoy!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-87868121713918038482011-09-12T15:21:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.378-07:00100 Years of FashionThis video [via Happiness Is] is freaking amazing. It combines my love of (a) fashion (b) dance and (c) history into 100 seconds. Enjoy!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-57158148239242670572011-09-12T13:52:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:56.592-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.10.11I love that Alexa knows her reflection now. Now every time we pass by the mirror in my bedroom, she sees us and smiles huge. She used to look confused and hold her hand out to touch "the other baby." Speaking of other babies, she is already a hit with the boys. At lunch she was sitting catty-corner from a toddler who was flirting with her the entire meal. He kept trying to make eye contact with Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-9407257315382280652011-09-12T13:52:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.418-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.10.11I love that Alexa knows her reflection now. Now every time we pass by the mirror in my bedroom, she sees us and smiles huge. She used to look confused and hold her hand out to touch "the other baby." Speaking of other babies, she is already a hit with the boys. At lunch she was sitting catty-corner from a toddler who was flirting with her the entire meal. He kept trying to make eye contact with Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-46253431957309369432011-09-12T12:22:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:33:25.053-07:00Shattered - Kate Spade iPhone Hard Case SadnessSo I'm sad and kind of annoyed. For ages I wanted this Kate Spade iPhone case - the black with white dots, specifically. My sweetie got it for me for my birthday and I was very excited. I loved the colors and the graphic design. I overlooked that, because it is hard plastic all around, it was a bit slippery and prone to fingerprints. But there have been two major issues that put me off these Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-73485937936591312032011-09-12T10:58:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:56.807-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.09.11Back when I was pregnant I would read messages on the birth board I belonged to that complained about the clothes people would buy for their soon-to-be-born babies. As in, "don't they know I hate pink?" and "I wish people just wouldn't buy clothes. I'm not going to dress my child in these hideous outfits."Now, I understand clothing is subjective and everyone has their own tastes. But really? How Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-87319984525600564182011-09-12T10:58:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.480-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.09.11Back when I was pregnant I would read messages on the birth board I belonged to that complained about the clothes people would buy for their soon-to-be-born babies. As in, "don't they know I hate pink?" and "I wish people just wouldn't buy clothes. I'm not going to dress my child in these hideous outfits."Now, I understand clothing is subjective and everyone has their own tastes. But really? How Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-22898316286721684432011-09-12T10:35:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:19.629-07:00Cold Grey Light of DawnWhat I wore to the prize presentation.Top, Topshop. Vest, TheScarletRoom. Jeans, Random. Bracelet & Ring, Fashionology. Clutch, Alexander Wang Siamese. Shoes, Alexander Wang Constance.CiaosLoveVenetiaAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-43245523837864762892011-09-12T10:31:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:19.837-07:00ION & Harper's Bazaar Exhibition x 31.08.11Went for the prize presentation a couple weeks back with Lenne! The exhibition is at ION Level 1, right smack in the middle of the mall. I think it'll be up for a month or so, go check it out! Other then featuring the published photos of the Photography Award, they are featuring iconic editorials (of the past year) from Harper's as well.Photo: Stolen from Bettie's (our MUA for this shoot) FBSome Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-87242169171324970542011-09-12T09:27:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:33:25.180-07:00Instant Access - 8/29 - 9/11I'm investing in my nails big time. Or as big time as nail stuff can be. Sure it adds up but the low buy-in of polish has me hooked. Even the Konad stamping sets aren't that much. I got a bunch of the special polishes and plates. Now I just need to get some skill!This is sort of a abstract "moon" manicure using OPI Bubblebath and silver glitter moons. Revlon Red...My "Tiffany Box" inspired Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-55682692297185437622011-09-12T08:57:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:57.022-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.08.11Alexa's Aunt Kelly bought this little onesie for her roughly a year ago. Soon she will be able to wear it, which just blows my mind. Now Kelly is expecting a baby girl, and I'm secretly imagining a picture of her little baby (due in December) wearing a matching Princess onesie with Alexa, cousins close in age who will be lifelong friends. Awwwww. I can't wait.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-13163278056249506982011-09-12T08:57:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.550-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.08.11Alexa's Aunt Kelly bought this little onesie for her roughly a year ago. Soon she will be able to wear it, which just blows my mind. Now Kelly is expecting a baby girl, and I'm secretly imagining a picture of her little baby (due in December) wearing a matching Princess onesie with Alexa, cousins close in age who will be lifelong friends. Awwwww. I can't wait.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-31042223412604089752011-09-12T06:56:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:57.243-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.07.11The messes are just beginning, and already I can see an entire childhood of toys spiraling out of control.*Head explodes.*That is all.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-4508192928046738082011-09-12T06:56:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.725-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.07.11The messes are just beginning, and already I can see an entire childhood of toys spiraling out of control.*Head explodes.*That is all.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-59810325889290717112011-09-12T04:40:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:46.214-07:00Photo Love {Inspiration}: Holding onto SummerThere shall be eternal summer in the grateful heartCelia Thaxter{Source}I know that summer is coming to a close for many of my friends (though as I mentioned, summertime weather is a year long reality for me). Now is the perfect time to out on a bathing suit, soak up some sun, and enjoy the cool waters of a swimming pool (something I really need to do more often!) While the days may get shorter,Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-69492898588022318552011-09-12T03:56:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:57.478-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.06.11I always think that I'm going to start making mornings easier by getting myself prepared the night before. Make lunches, make a batch of baby formula, get Alexa's things together for the babysitter. But then I rush around trying to accomplish 5,000 other things. And before you know it, it's morning and none of these little tasks have been accomplished. Blast it all! I used to think parents Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-77647079123204492182011-09-12T03:56:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.770-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.06.11I always think that I'm going to start making mornings easier by getting myself prepared the night before. Make lunches, make a batch of baby formula, get Alexa's things together for the babysitter. But then I rush around trying to accomplish 5,000 other things. And before you know it, it's morning and none of these little tasks have been accomplished. Blast it all! I used to think parents Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-65382774547434882402011-09-12T01:55:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:57.722-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.05.11I am an entire week behind on these photos. So I hope you don't mind if I breeze through them all at once.This photo will be one I'll cherish always because it will remind me of the way her soft little cheeks feel as they rub against my face. She turns her head from side to side, licking me in the process. It's beyond cute. One of these days she'll kiss me instead of licking, and it just won't beAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-64671568079652746562011-09-12T01:55:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.814-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.05.11I am an entire week behind on these photos. So I hope you don't mind if I breeze through them all at once.This photo will be one I'll cherish always because it will remind me of the way her soft little cheeks feel as they rub against my face. She turns her head from side to side, licking me in the process. It's beyond cute. One of these days she'll kiss me instead of licking, and it just won't beAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-64281515503746678532011-09-11T23:33:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:49.031-07:00♥ though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us, or we find it not.dear barbados,i know nick and i just left you on saturday, but i already miss you.i miss your gorgeous sunsets and your textured skies...i miss your colorful landscapes...i miss your fish fry (and i don't even eat fish!)i miss the star-lit roof-top dinners..and i miss the fact that your "rainy season" still looks this utterly beautiful...xosamiAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-22633322412810804322011-09-11T22:19:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:57.985-07:00Lessons from a DecadeH and I returned from our morning workout and were taking turns showering. It was my turn. When I exited the bathroom, I heard H exclaim from the living room, "A plane just crashed into the World Trade Center!"We sat and watched the TV, mouths agape, my hair dripping wet. We saw the second plane hit. Somehow I got dressed. I was in a dazed state, but I had a test in my anthropology class. It was Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-21033781819963916452011-09-11T22:19:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:04.931-07:00Lessons from a DecadeH and I returned from our morning workout and were taking turns showering. It was my turn. When I exited the bathroom, I heard H exclaim from the living room, "A plane just crashed into the World Trade Center!"We sat and watched the TV, mouths agape, my hair dripping wet. We saw the second plane hit. Somehow I got dressed. I was in a dazed state, but I had a test in my anthropology class. It was Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-70646309109583692282011-09-11T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:12.856-07:00Alexander Wang S/S 2012Alexander Wang has to be one of the most anticipated shows each season. Sometimes his collections take me some getting used to (this third look on the right for example reminds me a bit of a figure skating outfit) but I admire him a lot. And they always manage to cast the coolest girls. What's your favorite New York Fashion Week collection so far?For more, also follow me on: Bloglovin', Twitter Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-69681642388226296272011-09-11T17:41:00.000-07:002011-09-15T22:53:26.408-07:00Spring 2012: Still StripesThe SceneLast month, Jean Bean and Texas Cowboy FINALLY came to my bosom for a whirlwind L.A. visit. On their last day, we took them to Bottega Louie for brunchAnd USC for an old alum visit.We reminisced about football games and volleyball classesMarveled at the new student center and bemoaned not having a gastropub in our day.Coveted elevator buttons. Yes, elevator buttons. Peeped Ronald Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-85869251500162213722011-09-11T12:37:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:23:44.443-07:00Prada Mary Janes (Hot Sex)While I was walking into Milk Studios this morning with Jennine to catch the Jeremy Liang runway, she quickly spotted these amazing Prada Mary Janes. Aren't they beautiful?Photo taken by The CovetedThey're red, beautiful, fierce...... HOT SEX. They're even available in a shorter heel! I might enjoy suffering in this high heel version (it's worth it).Xo Nubia XoFollow the Nubia Network on your Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-70721252113430005082011-09-11T09:41:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:19.912-07:00ETS Callatay Shoes for FallArt for your feet.Photos: GoogleCiaosLoveVenetiaAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-87471211865490965112011-09-11T03:26:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:19.996-07:00Proenza Schouler Resort 2012So sorry for disappearing (again)! So swamped with school right now.PS never fails to impress me. Love those wedges by the way.Photos: Style.comCiaosLoveVenetiaAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-64588785992143548052011-09-11T01:02:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:46.385-07:00Worthy Reads Roundup: Hermès Festival des Métiers (Festival of Crafts) Recap, IFB coverage of NYFW, and Kate Spade Sasha pursesHope you had a great week lovelies!Here is what happened at Chic 'n Cheap Living this week:- Photo love: Happy US Labor Day!- Hermès Festival des Métiers (Festival of Crafts) Asia and how Hermès scarves are made- Fashion's Night Out and my top picks for FNONY 2011 (ahh to have been in the Alexander Wang talent show!)- {High Street highlight}: J. Crew Twisted Ribbon dress (love the gorgeous green!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-31320328030029627592011-09-10T22:19:00.000-07:002011-09-15T22:53:26.461-07:00Fall 2011: Taylor Tomasi Hill's Must HavesI am dying for the weather to turn in LA. I need some fall in my life already. Watch this dee-licious video and you will tooTaylor's Take: Taylor Tomasi Hill Styles Amanda Hearst in Her Fall Must-Haves Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-1262298543134414522011-09-10T20:35:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:58.122-07:00Steppin' OutWhat I'm wearing:Dress: 1970s vintageCardi: TJ MaxxLeggings: Old NavyShoes: Thrifted (affordable simile here)What H is wearing:T-shirt: ThriftedLacoste jacket: ThriftedWhat Alexa's wearing:Dress: Thrifted (similar here)Cardi: Fish Tank Sweater by Field Flower for Kids by Wendi Reed, gift from Sara (while we're talking about cute cardis for babies, check out this one)Green bloomers: ThriftedWe Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-28123912503608259622011-09-10T20:35:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.055-07:00Steppin' OutWhat I'm wearing:Dress: 1970s vintageCardi: TJ MaxxLeggings: Old NavyShoes: Thrifted (affordable simile here)What H is wearing:T-shirt: ThriftedLacoste jacket: ThriftedWhat Alexa's wearing:Dress: Thrifted (similar here)Cardi: Fish Tank Sweater by Field Flower for Kids by Wendi Reed, gift from Sara (while we're talking about cute cardis for babies, check out this one)Green bloomers: ThriftedWe Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-81824672477960774602011-09-10T19:53:00.000-07:002011-09-15T22:53:26.522-07:00How to Mix Prints: Spring 2012The OutfitTarget feather topJ Crew skirtThe AccessoriesVintage quilted crossbody bagForever 21 flatsRandom bracelets galoreThe GradeAThe CommentaryAs fall quickly approaches, I wanted to share one of my favorite summer outfits. Couldn't believe the luxe-looking drape and print of this top when I found it at Target. $19. Want to live in it.Mixed it with the little dotted skirt I nabbed at the J Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-7044415671311204032011-09-10T05:07:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:12.920-07:00Laid back lookToday is one of those weird moments in between seasons that I love because it allows me to wear shorts or skirts with a thin knit. I'm off to hang out in the parc with a girlfriend that was in Australia for six months, so my look of the day is all about comfort. And what are you up to this weekend?River Island denim cut offsH&M knitZara teeConverse All StarsBalenciaga bagFor more, also follow me Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-680178070289106262011-09-09T20:53:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:23:44.563-07:00I'm BlueI dyed the tips of my hair blue! Hmm or Turquoise? Well actually, my friend did it and I chose the color. I'm extremely content with it and have gotten a ton of compliments. It's an easy process, we used Manic Panic. Perhaps one day I can do a tutorial. I've been keeping very busy attending NYFW shows. I have mostly been attending shows at Milk Studios on behalf of work at IFB. I've seen Cushnie Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-59432716289332791302011-09-09T19:04:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:58.310-07:00Tune TimeI thought we could all start our weekend off with a bit of whimsy by watching this new video from Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks.Also, a joke: What do you get if you cross a tiger with a snowman?Give up?FROSTBITE! HahahahahaLOLzomgThat's all. Back to your regularly scheduled Friday evening.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-46645027291469068742011-09-09T19:04:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.187-07:00Tune TimeI thought we could all start our weekend off with a bit of whimsy by watching this new video from Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks.Also, a joke: What do you get if you cross a tiger with a snowman?Give up?FROSTBITE! HahahahahaLOLzomgThat's all. Back to your regularly scheduled Friday evening.Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-4578912047280478802011-09-09T13:36:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:49.179-07:00♥ there's no need for a piece of sculpture in a home that has a cat.i woke up the other morning in our barbados hotel room,and i could have sworn i felt the tiny feet of my talulawalking over my legs to wake me up for breakfast. oh, how i cannot wait to see my kitty companion when we return home this weekend!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-28990118436404042352011-09-09T09:18:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:33:25.236-07:00Le Sigh - Alexander Wang Anais Metallic High Heel PumpI have a new love... unrequited as of yet, sadly... the Alexander Wang Anais Metallic High Heel Pump.I need these shoes in my life.They're the perfect mix of magpie-shiny and preppy-tasseled-cool. And, damn if I don't love a silver shoe. As Ariel says, I don't know when, I don't know how but I'm going to get my hands on these heels. Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-76482548762162506232011-09-09T03:33:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:46.544-07:00FFF - FNO Continues online with Kate Spade and Mexican diningHappy Fun, Free Friday lovelies!FNO Online ExclusivesFashion's Night Out continues online! Kate Spade has a few items that are available exclusively online like this leopard spotted lovely - the Crown Point Sasha. The spots, size, and style (just look at that bow!) really get me and I'll be stalking this until it goes on sale!Crown Point Sasha, Kate Spade $495An equally adorable and trend Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-51126880913267026272011-09-09T02:00:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:13.169-07:00I won the ELLE.nl Award!Back in July, I was told I made it on the shortlist for an ELLE.nl Award. With Twitter.com/yaragotstyle I was nominated for Fashion Twitter - in Dutch: Mode Twitteraar - of the year. Up until that moment I didn’t even know one of my readers had put me up me for this category, so it was a great surprise.A month of Facebook voting followed, and I can now proudly call myself this year’s winner of Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-84611125662469905192011-09-08T22:57:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:58.563-07:00100 Movies: 84, 85And the countdown continues in my quest to watch and find something inspiring in every single one of Yahoo's 100 Movies to See Before You Die.Hans Gruber: You know my name but who are you? Just another American who saw too many movies as a child? Another orphan of a bankrupt culture who thinks he's John Wayne? Rambo? Marshal Dillon?John McClane: Was always kinda partial to Roy Rogers actually. I Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-44802717399412384332011-09-08T22:57:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.305-07:00100 Movies: 84, 85And the countdown continues in my quest to watch and find something inspiring in every single one of Yahoo's 100 Movies to See Before You Die.Hans Gruber: You know my name but who are you? Just another American who saw too many movies as a child? Another orphan of a bankrupt culture who thinks he's John Wayne? Rambo? Marshal Dillon?John McClane: Was always kinda partial to Roy Rogers actually. I Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-62285789325310126812011-09-08T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:49.323-07:00♥ "we don't see things as they are, we see them as we are." ~anais nina while back, flavorpill named anais nin one of literature's 10 best dressed authors, but it was not until this vacation that i had a chance to read one of her works and to get to know the innerworkings of this chic parisian writerwho penned some of literature's most bold & forthrighterotica of her time.source."they all felt something- even the women who wanted to know where i shopped for my Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-40493535632991905192011-09-08T05:18:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:58.846-07:00Photoshoot: At the ParkI'm just getting around to sharing with you a magical afternoon Alexa and I spent at the park a few weeks ago. There is a reason for this besides pure procrastination: I took 500+ photos. Overkill, I know. I paid for it by spending a few hours digging through my images and deleting more than 2/3 of them.These are my favorites.It was Alexa's first time sitting in the shade under a tree, the sun Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-9733828876904669032011-09-08T05:18:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.417-07:00Photoshoot: At the ParkI'm just getting around to sharing with you a magical afternoon Alexa and I spent at the park a few weeks ago. There is a reason for this besides pure procrastination: I took 500+ photos. Overkill, I know. I paid for it by spending a few hours digging through my images and deleting more than 2/3 of them.These are my favorites.It was Alexa's first time sitting in the shade under a tree, the sun Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-4821208172342806272011-09-08T02:03:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:20.124-07:00Raoul x 25.08.11It was just a social event so I only took a few snaps.Nope, this is not Fabio Cannavaro. Just a cute bartender. My favourite shoe from the Fall Collection.Comes in three colours.Close up of what Pia wore, she made that clutch herself! I love the buttons, so cute right?Me with Viona and Nicole.Hot shoes spotted! Can someone tell me where it is from?! My friends were telling me that it looks very Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-21067421324115372072011-09-08T01:58:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:46:20.320-07:00Me and The DevilWhat I wore for Raoul's star studded event a couple weeks back. A famous Italian footballer (Fabio Cannavaro) was there, sorry I didn't know who he was until I asked my friends "Why are all the photographers crowding around him? Is he some celeb?" Oppsy.Anyways, got this pair of Lanvin from the Club21 Bazaar! Yes the bazaar was that awesome!Top, TheScarletRoom. Pants, Topshop. Clutch, Korea. RingAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-63429860231106055832011-09-08T00:25:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:46.687-07:00{High Street Highlight}: J. Crew Twisted ribbon dress (summer into fall dress) and sale!I know many of my blogger friends out there are thinking of a transition to a new season and dressing/shopping accordingly. While I now live in a seasonless climate, I also think of clothing that can transition between events, locations, and seasons as well.This J. Crew dress in warm jade is a casual, cool dress that I'd wear under a jacket for the work week or bling up for the weekend. But theAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-59270336356908295762011-09-08T00:24:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:49.480-07:00♥"only once in your life, i truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. you tell them things that you’ve never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. you share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you. when something Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-40431490787782618832011-09-07T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:13.253-07:00Outfit: Last day of summerTook full advantage of the last summer day this weekend and went bare legged while I still can. Gradually adapting to the idea of fall though, by wearing a leather skirt and jumper. Sadly I'm back to being my pale self, somehow I can't hold on to a tan for longer than a week or two (I swear tried this summer!)Zara black leather skirtH&M navy jogger shirtShampalove clutch Dannijo iPhone Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-26009933975461085072011-09-07T20:05:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:33:25.379-07:00Zara Is Winning My HeartI've been smitten with Zara for a while. Sadly, each time I go to New York, I run out of time to really shop there in person. And, because I live in Fashion Exile (aka North Carolina), we don't have a Zara here.When I 've seen adorable items like this pink boyfriend blazer, I have had to track it down on Ebay (and hell, yes, I tracked this baby down). But now we who are in the boonies (Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-81682463764981006802011-09-07T11:36:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:13.314-07:00Fashion journalThe past days were all about going back to university for the last semester of my Master in Corporate communication. It's weird that my time as a student is almost over, I feel like I've just started. At the same time, when I look back me being barely 18 and moving to Amsterdam four years ago, I know I've changed tremendously and it seems like ages ago... Anyway, mix all that up with a few fun Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-15219625689922393562011-09-07T09:00:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:49.667-07:00♥ heaven is a place on earth. today, nicolas and i ventured out a little further from our hotel,and explored the natural beauty of barbados.we visited hunte's gardens, which was like an unexpected jewel in the midstof field after field of sugar cane. with classical music spilling over thesound of birds singing, and sunlight splashing over every dazzling plant,it seemed the whole flowering forest would swallow us whole and weAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-34970228012069142392011-09-07T05:48:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:59.094-07:00The It ListFive things I'm lovin' right now ...Pumpkin pie shakes made by Elsie and Emma. Yay, fall. The rest of the country is cooling off while the mercury is rising here in L.A. It does this every year, and yet I'm always surprised when I can't wear a sweater till November. Oh well. I can cool off with a pumpkin pie shake, yo.These Regina ballet flats by Frye. I love this burnt red for fall Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-26121318436391091002011-09-07T05:48:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.539-07:00The It ListFive things I'm lovin' right now ...Pumpkin pie shakes made by Elsie and Emma. Yay, fall. The rest of the country is cooling off while the mercury is rising here in L.A. It does this every year, and yet I'm always surprised when I can't wear a sweater till November. Oh well. I can cool off with a pumpkin pie shake, yo.These Regina ballet flats by Frye. I love this burnt red for fall Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-46731546951828461182011-09-07T03:58:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:46.840-07:00Fashion's Night Out NYC 2011 (Sept. 8, 2011) and my top spotsFashionistas, get together and have fun on September 8th! Oh if I was only in NYC this week! Designers throughout New York City and a few select cities are opening their doors and having all kinds of parties and special guests. Unless you clone yourself, you can't possibly make it to every single event so plan carefully! Here are the top events on my FNO list (but otherwise I'll have fun Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-69473873578375332362011-09-06T23:55:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:59.333-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.04.11On Labor Day our little family walked away from a morning of cleaning the house for a spontaneous drive to Long Beach. The original idea was to go to the aquarium, but when we arrived we were drawn in by the pathways along the harbor that twisted around the lighthouse. We decided to bypass the long ling of strollers waiting at the aquarium to go for a stroll instead. It was a grand decision Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-37458002234302989192011-09-06T23:55:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.576-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.04.11On Labor Day our little family walked away from a morning of cleaning the house for a spontaneous drive to Long Beach. The original idea was to go to the aquarium, but when we arrived we were drawn in by the pathways along the harbor that twisted around the lighthouse. We decided to bypass the long ling of strollers waiting at the aquarium to go for a stroll instead. It was a grand decision Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-67295896896982184552011-09-06T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:49.866-07:00♥ wedding readings & first kiss."the most wonderful of all things in life is the discovery of another human being with whom one’s relationship has a growing depth, beauty and joy as the years increase. this inner progressiveness of love between two human beings is the most marvelous thing; it cannot be found by looking for it or by passionately wishing for it. it is sort of divine accident, and the most wonderful of all things Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-74272598929633341492011-09-06T13:29:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:23:44.642-07:00IFBcon LivestreamHello there, Tis my pleasure as Community Manager over at Independent Fashion Bloggers to stream the IFB conference from my personal blog. I hope you enjoy and learn a lot from it, I know I have in the past and will probably continue to do so tomorrow.Watch live streaming video from ifbconference at livestream.comI will probably start a Forum on IFB with questions that Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-33442382893361283462011-09-06T09:38:00.000-07:002011-09-15T23:33:25.437-07:00Fall-Winter 2011 - Daydream ThemesI'm not sure if anyone else does, but I tend to think of my seasonal wardrobe in themes. I don't always stick to it very strongly but it does give me outfit ideas and inspiration for the next six months. Past themes have been "Modern Princess, Lawn Party and Sparkling1950s" for this past spring/summer. Purchases that season included a vintage Swirl dress from Shrimpton Couture, a sequin Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-30819362252432669042011-09-06T07:57:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:59.581-07:00Baby TalkDear Alexa,Thirty weeks old. Mama is falling a little behind on your weekly updates. You know what that means, don't you? You're growing up too fast! Stop it, little one.This week I've seen a lot of your "serious" face. I'll place a bunch of wooden blocks in front of you, you'll reach out and grab one or two and proceed to knock them together or throw them behind you or under the couches or -- Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-50014384827277772042011-09-06T07:57:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.676-07:00Baby TalkDear Alexa,Thirty weeks old. Mama is falling a little behind on your weekly updates. You know what that means, don't you? You're growing up too fast! Stop it, little one.This week I've seen a lot of your "serious" face. I'll place a bunch of wooden blocks in front of you, you'll reach out and grab one or two and proceed to knock them together or throw them behind you or under the couches or -- Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-27488660122947291802011-09-06T06:24:00.000-07:002011-09-15T20:59:13.371-07:00Second suedeAsos suede Aggie bootsRemember I posted the Aggie boots in tan? After a few test rounds in my living room, I figured they were a bit too small. So I got them in black instead (the tan ones were sold out) and think those are wonderful too. Suede is such a nice change from all the leather pieces I like to wear. For more, also follow me on: Bloglovin', Twitter and Fashiolista!Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-66357683842479331962011-09-06T00:31:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:39:46.992-07:00Hermès Festival des Métiers (Festival of Crafts) Singapore and how Hermès scarves are made - Sept. 3-7, 2011Ever wondered what exactly goes into making a Hermès bag, cuff, or scarf? Find out for yourself if you stop by the Hermès Festival des Métiers (Festival of Crafts) in your neighborhood; this tour has already passed through Europe and the US and is now making its way through Asia. Artisans will demonstrate their skills in jewelry making, silk engraving, and leather workmanship right before your Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-16751594521844657252011-09-05T22:01:00.001-07:002011-09-17T21:56:59.821-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.03.11We had one of those days where we woke up feeling not so pissed off about being awake at 6, so we decided it was a good day for strolling at the beach. One of the things about being parents is that nothing is as easy as it seems, and we have to account for bottles that will need to be consumed in the future, toys that might need to be played with, diapers that will need to be changed, yadda yaddaAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-20204868793500002582011-09-05T22:01:00.000-07:002011-09-15T19:42:05.805-07:00Photo of the Day: 09.03.11We had one of those days where we woke up feeling not so pissed off about being awake at 6, so we decided it was a good day for strolling at the beach. One of the things about being parents is that nothing is as easy as it seems, and we have to account for bottles that will need to be consumed in the future, toys that might need to be played with, diapers that will need to be changed, yadda yaddaAjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309361857146642637.post-26683567678814183782011-09-05T21:00:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:25:50.058-07:00♥ to the sea, to the sea."the sea holds an abundance of comfort and inspiration and danger--all that a person needs in order to rise to the full largesse of beauty.it seems that if you allow this beauty to become a blank, if you turn back tothe blues and deny your dependence on them, you might lose your place in the world, your actions would become small, your soul disengaged."~ellen meloy, the anthropology of turquoise Ajihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00982984485972982232noreply@blogger.com0