Cupcakes and Cashmere

Five Things

May 17th, 2013

guitar

 {Birthday gift from my husband, who I’m slowly torturing while practicing some country songs}

While I know time is constant, it always seems to speed by whenever you take a moment to think about it. It’s hard to believe we’re pretty much half way through 2013, but I felt like we were just ringing in the New Year yesterday. This weekend I plan on making the most of every minute (I’m particularly excited about my friend’s birthday bowling party) and I hope you’re able to do the same.

candied orange peels

 {Homemade candied orange peels from a family friend}

rose wall

 {Wall of blooming roses in Venice}

superretro

{Dying over these leather/gold Super sunglasses}

guisados taco tour

 {Sampler platter from Guisados. First stop on our upcoming “Tacos of LA” Guide}

Ask Emily

May 16th, 2013

Questions in this Episode:
1. “Do you have any photography tips/advice?”

2. “When having friends over for dinner how do you decide on a menu? What kind of ideas for summer get togethers?”

3. “I know in the past you’ve mentioned since you work at home (and for yourself!) it’s hard to actually stop working. DO you have a set “work day” that you go by now? Like only reading emails and doing work from 9-5 and then you leave it alone for the night? I always struggle with finding balance!”

4. “What candy would you put in your piñata cake?”

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Links I Love

May 15th, 2013

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1. Spent way too much time reading my reinterpreted “gangsta” Tweets. Just search your @name and enjoy. (Gizoogle.net)

2. Are millennials lazy, narcissistic and delusional or the next greatest generation? (time.com and meritshare.com)

3. A transparent ankle strap DIY. (apairandasparediy.com)

4. These pie boxes would be perfect for summer picnics. (etsy.com)

5. I love the idea of homemade sparking lavender soda. (gardenista.com)

6. Holly Golightly‘s apartment teaches us 9 important lessons. (huffingtonpost.com)

7. I have a thing for all cold noodle dishes and this one looks insane. (ahouseinthehills.com)

8. I can barely watch these painfully awkwardly (and hilarious) interactions. (buzzfeed.com)

9. Such a dainty, pretty necklace. (revolveclothing.com)

Plaid and Peplum

May 15th, 2013

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Ray-Ban Aviators, J.Crew Top, Hermes Belt, J.Crew Pants, Louboutin Heels, Juicy Couture Clutch

Most of the time when I have to get dressed for a meeting, I throw on a dress, add a pair of heels and run out the door. But this past week I switched it up a bit. Since jeans were too casual and long trousers felt stuffy, I went with cropped pants that I previously had relegated to my winter wardrobe. Darker plaid usually feels heavy, but when paired with a lightweight peplum top, a tan belt, and bright heels, it felt entirely spring appropriate.

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