Cupcakes and Cashmere

Five Things

February 15th, 2013

spring blossoms

{The first glimpses of spring lines the streets with pretty blossoms}

At some point in the last couple of weeks, I decided that we needed to get out and explore more of the city where we live. L.A. covers such a large footprint, that too often we end up following steps from the past to the same tried and true restaurants. As a result of my resolutions, we’ve been trying to get out of our comfort zone and on the weekends we’re trying new brunch spots by the beach, dive bars in hip neighborhoods, and museums downtown. It’s given me an entirely new outlook on Greater Los Angeles and it’s served as a nice reminder that there are always little gems to discover, if you’re willing to look. Have a great weekend.

grapefruit bowl

{I love how MB Post serves their citrus salad inside of a hollowed out grapefruit}

clarisonic

{I finally caved and bought a Clarisonic  and it’s entirely changed the condition of my skin}

prabal

{Prabal Gurung x Target – the prints are cool enough to pair together and not feel matchy-matchy}

pier

{A leisurely Sunday morning spent sitting on the pier in Manhattan Beach}

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  • http://myfashionfoodstyle.blogspot.co.il/ Maya

    Lovely! can’t wait for spring:)

    http://myfashionfoodstyle.blogspot.co.il/

  • http://adornlafemme.blogspot.com Lauren at adorn la femme

    I love all of the special little nooks and crannys of LA~ you hit on a treasure which is Manhattan beach! Far from the maddening crowd and full of wonderful boutiques and cafes!

    (=’.'=)
    Lauren at adorn la femme

  • http://fortheloveofaudrey.com Suzi Maynard

    Love your pics, especially the Clarasonic.
    Could you please do a little review/video on it for me??
    Suzi x
    For the Love of Audrey

  • http://www.flowerofpassions.blogspot.com Radka

    I love your pictures! :) Also your blog is amazing.

    http://www.flowerofpassions.blogspot.com

  • http://www.thepursesnatcher.net Sarah

    Clairsonics are absolutely amazing! It’s the best thing I ever did for my skin.

    The Purse Snatcher 

  • http://littlelondonobservationist.wordpress.com Steph

    Wow, blossoms already! I’m London it’s pretty warm today. Had a coffee outside and did some Spring shopping, but the trees are pretty much still in Winter mode. Also, that fruit salad looks pretty amazing. x

  • Mallory

    Such pretty pictures. I love checking out new places, it’s always a fun adventure you and your husband can share together.
    Xx- Mallory

  • http://www.loveleeblog.com Jessica Lee

    The little glimpse of Spring picture is beautiful! Counting the days :)
    xo Jessica
    http://www.loveleeblog.com

  • http://arumlilea.blogspot.com Leanne

    These are beautiful pictures. Have a great weekend!

    Love from South Africa

    http://arumlilea.blogspot.com

  • http://mochaandmoccasins.blogspot.ca Monica

    I’m so envious of the blossoms you’re seeing outside. We just have snow, and lots of it. Slush too.. yuck.
    I’ve wanted a Clarisonic for a few years now. Everyone raves about them!

    M.

  • http://www.and-kate.blogspot.com and kate

    I cannot wait for Spring to fully bloom! Winter can go away – ha :) .
    Sounds lovely testing new restaurants and what not, I love a good explore!!
    Have a wonderful weekend Emily.
    Kate xo
    http://www.and-kate.blogspot.com/

  • Alicia

    You’ve reminded me how much I love living in L.A. I’ve lived here my entire life and just recently decided, like you, to get out and actually explore more of it. I had always gone to the same places over and over and had become bored with it. I think I’ve sat in that exact spot on the Manhattan Beach pier so many times. It’s great, right?! Let’s face it, L.A. is great! Thanks for reminding me!

  • Kayla

    MB LOVE <3

  • http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com Michelle Lee

    that target collab is soooo good!

    http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com

    • http://coutureandballoons.blogspot.com alexandra

      I love it too!
      xxx, ali
      coutureandballoons.blogspot.com

  • http://theeoptimist.blogspot.ca Janine

    adore your blog!
    you inspire me :)

    theeoptimist.blogspot.ca

  • Flor

    Hi Emily!I agree with one of your fans who asked if you could pleade do a review on Clarisonic? I hear very different reviews from people, and would like to know what you think. I trust your opinion. Really appreciate it! Thank you!

  • http://momwifebosslife.blogspot.ca kelly

    I am so excited for spring! and I think I will try duplicating that salad. Divine!

    xx Kelly

  • Paula

    I love the change in shape of the last picture! I’m surprised you didn’t get a pink Clairsonic :)

  • http://preppyandfunny.wordpress.com P&F

    Hmm.. I would never say it enough times: I looove 5things posts! Love all of your pics! Super cute! XOXO,
    http://www.preppyandfunny.wordpress.com

  • http://streetsofprep.blogspot.com Brynna Cleland

    I can’t wait for spring!

  • http://www.kiyaraartyspace.com Kiyara

    The blossom picture is breath taking….and the fresh delightful salad is perfect….http://kiyaraartyspace.com/

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  • http://damnedbeauty.blogspot.ca/ JJ

    Great post! I have been thinking about buying a Clarisonic for a while, I hope you do a full review of it in a few weeks.

    – JJ

    http://damnedbeauty.blogspot.ca/

  • http://pastanpilates.wordpress.com Marie @ Pasta n’ Pilates

    Love the designer and Target collaborations. I may have to head over there today :)

  • http://pilisstyle.blogspot.com/ Pilis’s Style

    ah… spring, spring, spring.. This is what comes to my mind when I see this pictures!
    http://pilisstyle.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.onestilettoatatime.com Abby

    Been considering purchasing a Clairisonic… still not a 100% sold on it yet.

    xoxo

    http://www.onestilettoatatime.com

  • http://thebeautysuitcase.com Yyepon

    The blossoms make me miss spring… no hint of that season here in The Netherlands yet… :(

    • http://coutureandballoons.blogspot.com alexandra

      I agree I can not wait for the warm weather!
      xxx, ali

      coutureandballoons.blogspot.com

  • http://coutureandballoons.blogspot.com alexandra

    Love the Prabal Gurung outfit!!!
    xxx, ali

    coutureandballoons.blogspot.com

  • http://www.comfortably-chic.com Jen

    Love your blog emily! I’ve been reading it for about three years now. My favorite posts are always your five things! You’ve inspired me to create my own blog:

    http://www.comfortably-chic.com

    Please check it out all!

    xoxo

  • Kimberly

    I’ve been considering splurging on the Rodin I spy in the back ground. Is that similarly worth it?

  • http://jonesyloves.blogspot.com/ Jonesy

    I can’t believe how beautiful the white blossoms are all over LA! The Manhattan Beach Post is somewhere I have always wanted to go in LA I heard it is crazy delicious. Maybe I need to retry my Clarisonic it really made my sensitive skin break out:(
    xo
    LJ
    http://jonesyloves.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.delolovesdesign.com Dee

    Signs of spring? I wish! Toronto is currently freezing, I’d love to see beautiful blossoms!

    http://www.delolovesdesign.com

  • Beauty by MissAsh

    Beautiful pictures, I wish there were signs of spring here in Canada!!
    Xox

    My online beauty store: http://beautybymissash.blogspot.ca/

    Personal: http://sincerelymissashley.blogspot.ca/

  • http://ladyindo.blogspot.com Lady Indo

    Sounds like you had a good morning on the beach!

    ladyindo.blogspot.com

  • http://www.becausepassion.com Eva

    the salad looks refreshing..i would love to prepare one myself

  • http://dashofsarah.blogspot.be/ Sarah

    Oh my, that citrus salad looks so good! I will definitely have to try and make one that looks that good as well :)

  • http://www.Sohlinthecity.blogspot.com michelle sohl

    Clarisonic is definitely a game changer- I think it has most girls addicted! The right cleanser is key though! And your pics are gorgeous as usual!

  • http://www.TheSkinnyConfidential.com Lauryn

    Love the circle shaped photo! How fun ; ). <3

    http://www.TheSkinnyConfidential.com

  • http://www.theriskittooktobloom.wordpress.com Gillian

    Love your pics! I would also love if you gave a review of the Clarisonic.

  • http://www.delishgeneralstore.com Tamara {Delish General Store}

    Count me in as waiting for a review of the Clarisonic! Would be interested in your opinion and advice on such a tool.

  • http://www.peprismine.com anup

    Wow! the pics are amazing…the dress is beautiful

  • Margot

    Careful about using the Clarisonic on acne-prone patches! I used mine for a year and then had to deal with acne all over my face, instead of just a few spots. It WILL spread bacteria around if you use it too much!

  • http://marcelleblog.com Jessica

    Amazing photos as usual. I would love to read a review of the Clarisonic as well!

  • Becca

    I would love to hear your routine with your new clarisonic brush. I recently bought one and I feel that it is making my skin break out more. How often do you use it? Please do a review in the next few weeks!