Thursday, June 30, 2011

Ron Herman

I was browsing the new Ron Herman website this morning, and I found this really cute tank by Rozae RN....


BUT what I really freaked out about was THIS by Bella Me!!!! NEED IT NEED IT NEED IT.

Elle France - June '11

I love everything about this spread in Elle.  Tell me where I can get these short cowboy boots?!?!

Meet me Outside

All I want to do is play outside during the summer.  If you are having a BBQ, I want in...as long as you let me make some horseradish mustard potato salad....or as long as you promise hot boys. just kidding. Hot boys are the only thing I want. You can do all the cookin ;)

But wouldn't it be nice to have more than a really shaded, dusty balcony in the ghetto?  I think you shall concur.

Couch: Crate and Barrel
Stool & Umbrella & Pillows: ABC Home
Lights: Lamps Plus
Rug: Home Decorators
Table: Pottery Barn
Chair Swing: Dedon
Bench: Pier 1
Misc. google images

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Button me up

Get ready for more preppy! Fashion is getting more collared and tailored in the next year...we even are considering selling wovens. gasp!!  That means I have a lot more to learn.  Let's cross that bridge when we get there, and instead of panicking about my almost C I made in fabric class (haha yes, the worst grade I got in fashion school and now I sell fabric for a living...go figure), let's rejoice at the shift in fashion.

I have always been a big fan of collared shirts - jcrew ones in particular - but my new favorite thing to do is button-it-UP and add a big flashy chunky necklace.  It's clean and flashy at the same time. Let's take notes from some leaders....


..........now let's make our own!


She didn't button it up....she doesn't know yet =). I would tuck this into high-waisted flare jeans w/a skinny belt and big wedges.

I would wear this one with my new tweed/lurex blazer from Zara and my AG jeggings and rad oxfords.

I would tie this one up over a printed mini dress...preferably something tribal print..and big chunky heels!


Friday, June 24, 2011

FSF by Curt Sousa

I love the Friday love on this lil page o'mine....and I have CURT to thank for it! He is so wonderful. And talented. And just wonderful. =)  He is talking about making this dress below! Get excited peeps.  We may just get to see the genius at work.....so start your excitement getting..............NOW

Wigwam Fun

Robyn and I made our way out to San Bernardino for the Tim McGraw concert a few weeks ago....and of course we had to stay at the Wigwam Motel on the historic Route 66!  A photo shoot just had to ensue.  I honestly put zero thought into what I was wearing, so it is nothing exciting....but the photos are awesome and I wanted to share something a little different!





Thursday, June 23, 2011

Wish/Need List

So I really only need that cashmere spray.  My mom bought me a super soft JCREW cashmere pull over last Christmas...and I put it through the ringer like it is any normal hoodie.  But it makes the wish list cuz I am probably not gonna buy it right now. haha.  I will be getting on a boat next weekend, so I could try and convince you that I need the Sperry's...but I really just want some more preppy in my life.  I actually saw a couple styles at Nordstrom Rack this week if anyone is lookin' too!  The rest is just awesome fashiony pieces that I enjoy.  Jumper and heels from Shopbop.  Vest from Zara.

Potterybarn Wins

I am working on an outdoor/patio type "room" right now.  And I stumbled upon this amazing picture on potterybarn.com.  I really don't think I can compete with this set up....Mom & Dad, we need to recreate this pic at the ranch!! Funny thing....my dad has a collection of over 100 bean bags (and I may even be under-exaggerating)...maybe we can get creative and cut 'em up and sew them back together in giant bed-like shapes kind of like the below luxurious looking mattresses.  This needs to happen. 

Enough rambling.....I am going to do my best to come up with a funky, fun, party-worthy outdoor area for you all this weekend!

Gilt - Missoni

How crazy am I to want a Missoni beach towel?  Cuz I really really do.  And they are on Gilt today half off...not that that brings them anywhere near the actual cost of a beach towel (aka $5....like my trusty beach comforter from Ross. A-thank-you).  The only justification I would have to spending $100 on a beach towel is if you could see the towels I have been using for the past few years.  Picture Marilyn Monroe. haha yes.  AND the other one is some NASCAR decorated w/FLAMES that I got on clearance babaaay.  Alas, I cleary want need one anyway. Darn designer labels!  Gettin' me every time.

I'm lucky this one is already sold out....

But I am not lucky that Amazon has some really cool ones too.....darn it.

Monday, June 20, 2011

New-cessories!

I have had my eye on this awesome bracelet from the flea market for weeks now, so I caved and bought it!  It is made from stingray, which I think is super cool.  And I got a crocodile ring thrown in with it.  I am showin' it off today with my homemade peace-wrap bracelet, Storm watch, and beaded friendship bracelet.  It's an arm bash of sorts.

Summer Knits

Mmmmmm Free People.  They have come a long way, and I am happy about it. One of the coolest things about living in So Cal is being able to wear a sweater in the summer (sorry Texans....I wouldn't recommend trying this at home)  - but I am lovin' on these holey summery sweaters!




Friday, June 17, 2011

FSF by Curt Sousa

I had no internet at work ALL day today! Seriously I was more productive than ever! haha.  But better late than never, here is Curt's Friday sketch.  Curt and I have been dreaming of starting a line together for the past couple of years - Ethan & Emily (our British alter egos) and Mike & Melissa (our real life egos). Of course my ideas stay in my head because I have resigned to knowing that I can't draw, but here are some of Curt's wonderful designs.

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Resort '12 favorites continue..

More of my favorite looks from Resort 2012 - and the dress obsession continues.....

Naeem Khan
Nina Ricci 
Rag and Bone 
 Proenza Schouler
 Reem Acra

Wee Wish List

This looks like a fantastic denim shirt from Madewell, but I already got one from Lucky that is pretty darn cool, so someone else get this one! =) .  I broke my cow/longhorn-ish necklace last week....tear...and found this bolero pin on Etsy! Don't you think I need it?! Maybe I could get a ring made out of it! OOO I want it. That watch, ya'll, is a SLAP watch.  Remember those?! I would probably annoy people all day slappin' that thing on and off.   I love all things fringe and all things iPad, so that case is just dandy for me.  And I am sure you are getting sick of my posting a bootie like this one, but I am in the market for a pair, and these are quite wonderful looking!  Then I am curious about these, but Urban won't let me copy the image so pooo on that.  And the front and back images are like waaay better than the side image, so therefore just "curious"about them at this moment.  What do ya think??

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

MINI Dresses

I just have fun, flirty, girlie dresses on the brain right now.  It is only getting hotter, and wearing jeans all the time is no bueno.  Not to mention I get to go back to TEXAS in 2 weeks! WOOOOOHOOO.  And thus 100 degree weather.  Oh my lands a livin' that is muy caliente! So, this summer I want some great dresses that look awesome without all the added layers.  Here are some fab ones I found on shopbop, zara, asos, and revolve.

Can you wear white to weddings?



I found this incredible Karen Millen dress this weekend and had to let it go.  Where can I wear this?  I am no longer in a sorority, so that eliminates fancy brunches and Parent's weekend festivities.  I also wear jeans and flats to work pretty much every day.  I throw on a skirt, and everyone starts hollerin' "Sexaaay" at me. True statement.  And now that I am in my late twenties (sigh), the only dressy events that I seem to have are weddings. 

Is this too white to wear to a wedding?  

I feel like every wedding is so different these days that you might be able to get away with a lot of once-taboo styles, but I think this one is pretty debate-able.  Like, maybe I could get away with this at say a beachy Mexican wedding?  Not that I have one, but crashing one just so I can wear this dress sounds thrilling! I am only half kidding.

Dress available here:  Karen Millen

Sunday, June 12, 2011

Regret List

So binge shopping was fun, haha.  I knew it was gonna happen, but man alive it had been months!  Not to mention I spend every single day talking about clothes, showing fabrics, browsing blogs, browsing online stores, and crying a little inside. just kidding.  I don't know how to cry on the inside..this gal can't keep that in.   Anywho.  I got some GREAT stuff that I am super excited about!  Check 'em out!  These shoes were on clearance at Bloomingdales, and I got the last pair.....you always need a great deal from every shopping spree.  The rest...no sales, just wonderfulness.

Friday, June 10, 2011

FSF by Curt Sousa

OOO this one came out big! I like it.  Btw Curt is so talented, he could whip one of these up in a second.  No fair.  It takes me HOURS and mine always look wonky. 

Some sexay workout clothes - don't you wish they would let Curt design this for us?!

SET

This is a really cool German label that I am not yet sure where to buy in the states....until then, we can enjoy their lookbook!  Check out their website to see the spring/summer line as well.




Zara Wishing

Ever since I started this healthy diet that I am currently on, I have seriously been avoiding and craving some of the worst things.  On top of missing buffalo wings and french fries, I am still trying not to shop!  Well, in lieu of the diet, I am putting a lift on the shopping ban and going to the mall.  I can hardly contain my excitement and have already enlisted a shopping buddy.  This could be a lot like coming off of a diet when you just binge eat, or in my case binge shop, so I am trying to prepare myself accordingly.  I know I am hitting Zara because their stuff is extremely versatile, mostly affordable, and on trend.   Here are my pre-shopping hopefuls, and we shall see when the weekend is over if anything worked!  Wish me luck...or maybe not...'cause I prolly shouldn't be spendin' the dough, ya know.

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Beach Bungalow

Now is the time of year when I really really wished I lived by the ocean.  If I end up staying in LA another year, I vow it will happen...for now...per the usual, I just dream about it.  I imagine it would be a little glamourous, but mostly bohemian and ocean inspired.




Wishin' and Hopin'

I may be repeating these boots for the second time....which means I am getting much closer to taking the plunge and buying.  I confess:  It has been at least two months since I have purchased something for myself online.  Shocking and appalling. I know.  Trust me.  It hurts me too.