Cupcakes and Cashmere

Five Things

June 17th, 2011

{Passports ready for packing}

This week has been insanely busy since I’ve been scrambling to get everything taken care of before we leave on Monday for a much-needed vacation. We’re headed to Costa Rica and I can’t wait to alternate between the pool and beach, eat great food and explore the country. And so that I can fully relax while I’m away, I have all my posts lined up for next week. Now I just have to pack up my suitcase with lots of light layers, bug spray and a little extra room to bring back Costa Rican coffee.

 

 

{A gifted Rebecca Minkoff cross-body bag that has just enough edge}

 

{Chevron + lime green = the perfect stationery c/o Walnut Paperie}

 

{I’ve been using vintage scarves in lieu of rubberbands}



{I’m loving the jacaranda-lined streets in L.A.}

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  • http://sayitallnoww.blogspot.com/ Danielle

    I have a jacaranda in my back yard it is so beautiful all year round even without the leaves

    http://sayitallnoww.blogspot.com/

  • tlouise

    My husband and I went to Costa Rica for our honeymoon last year, and it was amazing! Have fun! Traveling is the best.

  • http://stevenandbrooke.blogspot.com brooke

    hi emily, i’ve been following your blog for forever, but i’m not sure if i’ve ever commented. anyway, just wanted to say that costa rica is amazing, and if you get a chance, head up to monte verde. it’s absolutely beautiful. good luck on your trip!

  • http://heydisworld.blogspot.com Heydi C.

    Next time you should visit Honduras, we have the best beaches :)
    Have a great time! Pura Vida!

    http://heydisworld.blogspot.com

  • http://www.sweetiekisspie.blogspot.com Sera

    Have a great vacation Emily!

  • http://www.cheekypinktulip.blogspost.com Cheeky Pink Tulip

    Oooh, I’m considering Costa Rica for our honeymoon! I just love coffee a whole lot….

    Maria xx
    http://www.cheekypinktulip.blogspot.com

  • http://stopandsmellthewildflowers.com Amber @ Stop and Smell the Wildflowers

    That’s awesome that you are going to Costa Rice! I’ve always wanted to go there. Have fun!

  • http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com michelle

    i want that bag :) so edgy! and love making scarf as a headband too!

    http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com

  • http://www.pulsacoesplanetarias.blogspot.com Ravenna Moreira

    LOVELY POST!!! :) YOUR SITE IS ON MY LIST OF FAVORITES LINKS! IT IS UNDOUBTEDLY ONE OF THE BEST! CONGRATULATIONS! KISSES FROM PORTUGAL! *
    http://www.pulsacoesplanetarias.blogspot.com

  • http://x-miss-m-x.blogspot.com/ Maya

    I WANT THAT BAG!!! and OMG Costa Rica, so jealous, have a fabulous time :) x

  • http://www.tiffanyphipps.blogspot.com/ Tiffany

    Mmm costa rica coffee sounds delicious. Thanks for keeping us readers continually interested.

    Cheer, Enjoy your vacation!

  • http://uproad.aminus3.com/ Lara Neusiedler

    have a great trip and enjoy the sun and the food!

  • carolina trigueros

    So good to hear you are coming to CR! Any advice let us know!
    Warm regards!

  • http://www.viewfrom5ft2.com Christine

    Costa Rica sounds amazing! I really hope that isn’t your real address they have on that stationary because I would be so upset that they put that out for everyone to see! Also, love your blog but I wish your pictures were bigger :( sometimes I want to see more! :)

  • http://sailingaroundtheglobe.blogspot.com Taru

    We’re on our way to Costa Rica in just a few weeks, will sail past that coast on our circumnavigation. Looking forward to it, should be an amazing country. Have fun!

    Taru from The World Tour
    http://sailingaroundtheglobe.blogspot.com

  • http://thepeacockdiaries.blogspot.com Alison

    A trip to Costa Rica is on my Life List — I want to stay in one of those amazing treehouse villas and swim with dolphins!

    Have a great time :)

  • http://raspberry-rouge.com Raspberry & Rouge

    Pretty pictures, love it! And that trip: amazing!!! Happy weekend!! XO Rebecca

    http://raspberry-rouge.com

  • http://sweetpinkruffles.blogspot.com Jen @SweetPinkRuffles

    Enjoy the trip! Love your blog.

    sweetpinkruffles.blogspot.com

  • Emma

    Where did you get your passport cover? I’m going abroad for my fall semester and have been looking for one.
    Have fun on your vacation, you deserve it!

  • http://www.clubdeestilo.com mara

    I love the bag and more travel enjoy!!
    Enjoy it!
    Besos desde Buenos Aires
    http://www.clubdeestilo.com

  • http://debrislittlepiecesofme.blogspot.com/ Debra

    Hope you have a wonderful vacation in Costa Rica! I love that bag, but I must find it in that color.

  • http://fitandfashion.wordpress.com/ Christina

    Have a FANTASTIC trip and get some much deserved relaxation time. I cant wait to see the pictures afterwards.

    http://fitandfashion.wordpress.com/

  • http://buttercupbuttons.blogspot.com Rosa

    i always look forward to these posts :) cant wait to see pics from your vacay when you come back ♡, Rosa T.

  • http://emykoster.com/ Emy Koster

    That’s so fun!! You’re going to love Costa Rica I’m sure!! Take loads of pictures so we can join in on some of the fun and sun:) Safe travels!!
    xx
    Emy

    http://emykoster.com/

  • http://pretpenser.blogspot.com V

    AWW have a great vacation!
    The bag is awesome *

    xx
    http://WWW.PRETPENSER.BLOGSPOT.COM

  • http://Stilettosandchampagne.blogspot.com Adriana

    My parents are Costa Rican and I travel there yearly, hopefully you have a few sunny days because it’s rainy season. Nevertheless, enjoy your trip it will be amazing!

  • Megan

    Enjoy Costa Rica!!! My boyfriend and I went in March and it was definitely one of my favorite vacations ever :-) Hope you get to spend some time relaxing by the beach in Manuel Antonio!!! Cheers!

  • http://karuselli.wordpress.com/ Ksenia

    I am loving the idea of using scarves to keep hair tied, looks much more nicer. And, mhmm Costa Rica, it sounds like a paradise. Have a safe trip and enjoy your vacation to the max!

    Ksenia
    http://karuselli.wordpress.com/

  • http://rococo-blog.blogspot.com Caitlin

    That bag is gorgeous! And Costa Rica sounds amazing :)

    http://rococo-blog.blogspot.com

  • Emily

    Girl!!Im from Brazil and I JUST ARRIVED FROM Tamarindo, Costa Rica!!! You will enjoy it for sure! Dont forget the mosquito spray!

  • http://thepinkmateproject.blogspot.com vanessa ordinario

    wow! costa rica!!! enjoy your vaca! by the way, love that vintage scarf!

    vanessa

    http://thepinkmateproject.blogspot.com/

  • http://iddiefor.blogspot.com/ angeshim

    i’ve been to costa rica! it’s amazing thereeee… looks like I got sucked onto the set of jurassic park. have fun! i really enjoy your five things, as well as your blog in general.

  • http://foxwhiskers.blogspot.com/ chloe.eloise

    Everything in this post is amazing! I’m so jealous of your Costa Rican holiday! And that Rebecca Minkoff bag is perfect! Just enough edge with that beautiful pastel colour! And Jackaranda trees are my favourite!

    Have a wonderful holiday!

    Fox Whiskers

  • http://www.handbagcottage.com/ bagsales

    Have a wonderful holiday!

  • http://www.laestetica.com.ph sky@laestetica

    great pix… but i love the bag the most!

  • http://www.cooper-grey.com Ceri

    I love the idea of vintage scarves vs bands for hair ties! Great idea!

  • https://www.hauteintexas.com Ashley

    I love the Rebecca Minkoff cross body bag, It has enough edge but yet still so sweet. It’s a great addition and an awesome lightweight bag in general.

    XO,
    Ashley
    https://www.hauteintexas.com

  • http://www.styleisland1.wordpress.com Bee

    featured your five things in MY five things again this week because once again, as usual it just caught me, and wanted others to see if too, in case they dont check you out every day — it was cute, simple but creative, and love the pics as always – http://styleisland1.wordpress.com/2011/06/20/the-bee-five-5-fabeelous-obsessions-this-week-10/

  • http://www.villedela.blogspot.com Janice

    That Rebecca Minkoff purse is amazing!

  • http://fashionindie.com FashionIndie

    Ahhhh we just put up a post on 8 things to hold up your ‘do without the elastics!

    http://fashionindie.com/

  • http://lookbook.nu/rachellellizabeth Rachel Elizabeth

    ~sounds so fun! Jealous!