July 30th, 2010
When things are particularly hectic, it’s nice to be reminded of the little constants in life. Like the way Luna will always interrupt an intense session on her scratching post to help me with laundry. This includes burrowing under towels, attacking loose socks and playing hide and seek inside the basket while my hot clothes become increasingly wrinkled. I’m looking forward to the weekend that will include other traditions like cooking up a big breakfast with my boyfriend, shopping with girlfriends and celebrating the first night of Shark Week.
July 29th, 2010
{D.L. & Co. Skull Stationery – purchased through Gilt Groupe}
It goes without saying that certain weeks are just tough. Take yesterday, when I crawled into bed for a midday nap, and woke minutes later to find water spewing out of the bathroom sink creating a massive waterfall onto the carpet. Or when I was dashing out of the apartment on Tuesday afternoon and got my foot stuck under the door, ripping apart my brand new leather sandal. As an extra bonus, I managed to back my car right up into the wall of my garage last night as I was making the same exit I do everyday (both me and the car are fine). For weeks like these, I think it’s entirely justified to spoil myself with little gifts that make me feel infinitely better. Here are a few of my latest purchases.
{Gingham cupcake holders from BakeItPretty}
{The best concealer I’ve ever tried, with two complementary shades}
{Teeny pave diamond rings from XIV Karats (pictured here)}
{Deep burgundy-colored vintage sunglasses}
July 28th, 2010
I realize that a couple of weeks back I was complaining about L.A.’s oppressive heat, but I certainly wasn’t wishing for the dismal, gray weather we’ve been experiencing as of late. The mornings are cold, the air is thick and it’s altogether uninspiring. Instead of fighting against it with neon nails and jewel-colored gems, I’ve decided to embrace the moody tone in the form of clothes. Here are some of my favorite items that encapsulate the dreary days that will easily transition into fall.
1. Helmut Lang Open-knit Wool-blend Sweater, $290
2. All Saints Gregory Skirt, $150
3. Kain Silk and Modal Tank, $85
4. Stella McCartney Triangle Bra, $150
5. Michael Kors Runway Watch, $106
6. Mulberry Margaret Mini Bag, $2,350
7. Topshop Waterfall Trim Shrug, $55
8. Jeffrey Campbell Pixie, $180
9. Topshop Horn Button Hareems, $80
10. Retro Super Future Black Lucia Glasses, $185
11. Topshop Cross Over Pleat Shorts, $40
July 27th, 2010
Though I kind of detest the term, I certainly consider myself a “foodie.” I relish in all things food-related, but I think there’s typically a level of prestige and snobbery associated with the term with which I disagree. I have no problem eating from a truck (as seen here and here), so naturally when I found out there would be 100 of them in one place at the L.A. Street Food Festival, I bought tickets immediately. Though it looks like I only visited the dessert carts, I assure you that I also consumed some actual food, all of which was phenomenal.
