Before we had Sloan, G and I headed to my parents' house up north every year for the holidays. While it's just an hour-long plane ride, the climate feels like a world away from L.A., with heavy fog that rolls in in the mornings and stays till mid-afternoon. When I designed this ...read more
Looking back at the year as a whole, there were certainly some tough times—but there were also some really high highs. Instead of focusing on the hardships and challenges, I'm choosing to focus on my top 10 favorite moments from 2017. I found the exercise not only to be fun, but ...read more
Today is our last day in the office before closing down for the holidays! We still have a ton of great content scheduled to go live, but I'm really looking forward to taking some time off these next few weeks. There are so many advantages to running your own business, but one of ...read more
Breakfast: After I got Sloan out the door for her first day back at school after Thanksgiving break, I had two minutes to grab something to eat before I left for work. Since I knew we were going to be having an indulgent lunch (for our graphic designer's birthday lunch), I opted ...read more
1. These ingenious sidewalk chalk stencils will elevate their hopscotch game to a whole new level. 2. A doctor set to fuel imagination. 3. What could be more perfect than this mermaid sequined pillow?4. A modern take on the rocking horse. 5. A whimsical (and sustainable) rainbow ...read more
Velour isn't a fabric I'd considered since Juicy Couture track suits were a thing (and even then, as a college student, I couldn't see past their similarity to the sweats my grandpa wore). But this rich-colored dress, with its structured sweetheart neckline and strategic draping, ...read more
It's easy to get into the mode of "buy, buy, buy" this time of year—it's far and away the time when I spend the most money not only on the people I love, but also on myself, prepping for holiday parties, and taking advantage of sales. But it's important to remember that this time ...read more
I'm a fan of a curated food board in any form, whether it's filled with cheese and charcuterie or a rainbow of different fruits. There's something so appealing about an entire spread of bite-sized pieces all arranged neatly for easy access. Since I hadn't dedicated one yet to ...read more
We arrived in Mill Valley yesterday and I'm so excited to be here to celebrate the holidays. There's something bittersweet about being home at my parents' house for the last time though, before G and I are a family of three. I still feel like a kid when I'm here - sitting by the ...read more
For all the fanfare turkey, stuffing and other savory side dishes receive, one of my favorite Thanksgiving treats is the under-appreciated roll. Maybe it's my undying devotion to all-things carb based, but a perfectly baked buttery roll is one of life's simple pleasures. These ...read more
When I was a junior in high school, I spent two weeks in a Spanish language immersion program, where I lived with a family in Cuernavaca, Mexico. While my language skills definitely improved, the aspect that stuck with me even more so was my love for the Mexican culture. ...read more
Despite my best efforts, I almost always end up waiting until Christmas Eve to complete all of my holiday shopping. I panic my way throughout the month of December, and yet somehow, I never learn from my previous bouts with procrastination. That sense of urgency starts in ...read more
For the 6th year in a row, I attended Rachel's annual Gingerbread House decorating party for an afternoon filled with bowls of candy, simmering cider and close friends. Since it's something I practically plan out for an entire year, I brought a few extra boxes of Hot Tamales for ...read more
This weekend, I'm planning on taking advantage of the chilly weather and will be dividing my time between lounging around in my pajamas and engaging in holiday themed activities. Here's what I've got going on: -Buying our Christmas tree (believe it or not, they have the ...read more
Since I've already provided some economical options for dresses and shoes fit for holiday parties, today's focus is on the finishing touches. Accessories are great for tying together an outfit and adding that special touch that will turn a boring LBD into a stunning ...read more
Despite the laid back nature of Thanksgiving, it's always a tricky holiday for which to dress. Of course, you want to look nice, but given the four extra pounds you'll be acquiring in an afternoon, comfort is of utmost importance. Since only Joey Tribbiani can get away with ...read more
Tomorrow I'm heading home to Mill Valley for Thanksgiving. Here are some of the things I can't wait to do: -Bundle up with layers since the weather will be legitimately crisp. -Sip hot cocoa at Mama's Royal Cafe. -Visit the library. Tucked among the trees, it has an ...read more
Today is my favorite holiday, as I've already shared here, here and here and last night, I finally got around to carving my pumpkin. With the scary music turned up, I successfully created my ghost-inspired jack-o-lantern, even after I destroyed both of the carving kit's safety ...read more