Friday, December 30, 2011

If 2012 was it...

I have always been super fascinated with the abrupt ending to the Mayan calendar.  I can even remember the exact moment when I learned about it in my 7th grade Texas history class.  I sat there thinking "I will just have turned 29.  Surely I will have experienced some great life moments by then, and dying will be ok."  All of my friends had clearly come up with the same conclusion, and we basically talked about it the entire day.  Yeah I apparently thought 29 was old - but it is NOT old....just to be crystal. 

So now that I am 1 year away from this supposed apocalypse, time to reflect and plan.  Today I would say that I have no regrets, and life has been an interesting journey of what was supposed to be. I've loved, I've lost, and I have definitely lived it up.  But what did I miss and how will I fulfill it by next year?  I have put together my new years resolutions (and dream purchases) as if this were to be my last year ever:

1) Truly fall in love. Yes I am such a cliche girl when I say this, but I have always wondered if I have really ever been in love.  I like to think so, but it didn't work out...so maybe there is more out there.
2) Actually play the guitar.  I started lessons last year, but still can't play a whole song! Kills me.
3) Travel EVERYWHERE.  Ok that would take all year, but I will settle for Asia.  Crossing my fingers that this number gets crossed off before April.....ERIN ;)
4) Boost the self esteem.  I have no idea why over the years I have become more insecure and always doubt myself, but I'd really like to kick that to the curb this year.
5) Up the "after-school" activities - Going back to acting class and dance class.  And considering some cooking classes to throw in the mix.
6) And if the world really is ending...spend all my savings on these things:

Restoration Hardware Chandelier


















Stock up on clothes from these amazing designers: 
Reem Acra Spr 11                                   Zac Posen Fall 11
 

Balmain Resort 12                                     Alexander McQueen Spr 11

 

photos from Style.com

This ring:
Tiffany Ring with Important Diamond (yes it is really is called that) (and no I don't have 2 mil chillin' in savings)

With the rest (of my imaginary billions) I would send food all over the world to feed the hungry, tents to shelter the homeless, and clothes to protect those in need.

I'm a dreamer, so this list could go on for infinity.....  What are your new years resolutions and dream purchases?

Thursday, December 22, 2011

If I vacationed here...

If this were my country escape away from my bustling city life, it would be nestled in the Australian countryside.  I'd come here annually to work on my book about the perils of dating in your 20s in today's society.  After spending the year gathering my data from bad dates, good dates, horrible nights at the bars with the girls, and all the other terrors that filled my year, I would run to this little cottage to refresh and recharge.  Obviously if I needed further research, the nearest town wouldn't be too far for me to skip to and grab a local brew.  After we close down the pub, locals would sometimes come back to hang out, play music, and dance around a late night bonfire...and there would always be some resulting great story from these wild nights.  During the day I'd go horseback riding, snorkeling, sailing, bike riding, and anything and everything out in the sunshine.  After my month or two of almost solitude and over-soul-searching, I'd make the grueling trip back to Los Angeles to my real life job as a book editor.  Rested and ready to take on another year of the single life in the la la land of eternal singledom, I would make my first stop at Barneys....

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Helloooo there....

I loooooove her hair....
Oh this skirt makes me happy!
Dreamy - would love to figure how to take a photo like this...
these accessories....over the top and wonderful

Friday, December 16, 2011

FSF by Curt Sousa

Glad Curt remembered the blog this week...I've been in la la land 'cause I'm another year older. wah.

And I really love this dress!


Friday, December 9, 2011

FSF by Curt Sousa

Curt is coming to LA tomorrow!!!  This makes today's post a million times sweeter!!!

Friday, December 2, 2011

FSF by Curt Sousa

It has seriously been the longest week ever!!  Helloooo Friday!
And helloooo gorgeous sketch by Mr Curt Sousa!

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

If I lived here...

If I lived here, in this restored east coast mansion, I'd live a chic and busy life.  My husband and I would run a law firm together.  We would have met during an intense mediation on opposing sides, but our chemistry couldn't be denied (can you tell that I just read a chick book...yes, yes, I did...and it was goood).  Any who - we wouldn't have any kids because our evenings would be full of our dance lessons, cooking classes, and romantic nights out.  Not to mention late nights in the office...but it helps to have the one you love there beside you.  (but seriously can't stop the chick novel thoughts).

We would love to restore and flip old houses - making trash to treasure for others to love.  Our vacations would be spent sailing around the world and stopping to golf and drink martinis with country club folk.  I'd speak a total of 3 languages, he only 2...naturally ;).  My style would be sophisticated, feminine, and super elegant.  My husband would be a combo of prep and country...'cause of course he has to have a little cowboy in him!

I really could go on and on...and watching Love Actually at the moment is both distracting and fueling the fantasy here! Must go enjoy my Ehlers Merlot and the best movie ever! Adios!


Sunday, November 27, 2011

Back from Vacay

My quick trip to TX was wayyyy too short, but I definitely took the rest of the weekend to relax and get life together.  Have a happy Monday everyone! Here is a little inspiration to get this week started.



Thursday, November 17, 2011

Starring Asos Skirt

I have just ordered this skirt and cannot wait its arrival! I have begun plotting the possibilities....

Skirt: Asos
Shoes and tops: Shopbop
Jewelry: Dannijo

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

If I lived here...

If I lived here, I'd be wanting to have children, but wondering how to child-proof the place.  My husband and I would live in Lake Tahoe; he would craft custom snowboards, skiis, wakeboards, etc, and I would be a physical therapist.  We'd spend hours upon hours outdoors: hiking, skiing, boating, camping, and more.   At night we would challenge the other locals to pool and ping pong, but no one would stand a chance against us.  For fun we would brew our own beer and host big BBQ's.  We'd even have one of those giant screens and projector for outdoor movies.  The fireplace would be in the center of the house and made of giant stones warming all rooms at the same time.  Hot chocolate with whipped cream would be a staple in the winter time, along with spike Wassail of course.  My style would be fairly clean, not a ton of accessories or anything...just letting the fab clothes speak for themselves.  Doesn't this life just sound fun and cozy??
 

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Tickled My Fancy

Random images I've collected that inspire me from the past week or so...


Monday, November 14, 2011

How I wish....

Some of these might just actually make it to the closet - thank goodness for ASOS being pretty affordable!

items from ASOS, Shopbop, and Gilt

Monday, November 7, 2011

Double Wish List

I am in NEED of sweaters 'cause it is gettin' chillllayyy.  Yippeee!  So in my search, I have fallen for these pricey ones.  Available at ShopBop and LaGarconne.  

My family has begun the Birthday/Christmas questions early this year, but shockingly I can't make up my mind!  Here are some contenders...