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{Is it Summer Yet? | Swimsuits We Can’t Wait to Wear!}

Jan 25th, 2012
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MARA HOFFMAN IBIS CORAL ONE PIECE – $200.00

SHAKUHACHI BUSTIER BIKINI -$200.00

MARA HOFFMAN KING TUT LADDER BIKINI – $200.00


MARA HOFFMAN IBIS CORAL COCOON – $340.00

It’s probably safe to say, I’m in love with Mara Hoffman. These ultra cool 70s inspired suits have never made me wish it was summer, as much as I do now. The funny thing is I’ve never been one to spend on swimsuits either, as I haven’t see many swimsuit designs that impressed me.  However, these patterns, high waisted designs and super sexy cuts, have me forking over the doe without a blink!

images via Bona Drag

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Elie Saab Spring 2012 Couture | Paris Haute Couture

Jan 25th, 2012
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Elie Saab’s Spring 2012 Couture collection had me in utter awe. The romantic collection of ivory and pastel hues of powder blue, rose and wheat is known for designing many red carpet creations, this season had its fair share of Oscars ready fare ranging from crystal embellished floor length gowns to leafy prints in mint green.

The collection is ladylike, sweet and tasteful perfect for any red carpet appearance and many great for a wedding.

images via WWD and FashionGoneRouge

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{Music Mondays | Big Synth with Bear In Heaven}

Jan 23rd, 2012
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Bear in Heaven is a Brooklyn-based rock band formed by Jon Philpot. The sound of the band incorporates influences from psychedelic music, electronic music, and krautrock. Their latest track, “The Reflection of You,’ is on the album ‘I Love You, It’s Cool” and set to release on April 3rd of this year.

Bear In Heaven – The Reflection of You by Bear in Heaven. Check out the free download below HERE at RCRD LBL.

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{Lookbook Love | Crash & Burn Apparel}

Jan 20th, 2012
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I usually don’t consider myself a rocker, but after viewing Crash & Burn’s collection, I might just be. The Los Angeles based line began in 2004, driven with a distinctive aesthetic; reflecting a love for Rock & Roll, tattoos and Art Nouveau. You’ll find a creative edge, a LA vibe and comfort with this line. What I love about this collection in particular, is they’ve stepped a little further into their feminine side.

LOVING the Robinson Dress (pictured last) with a low v-slit and feminine draped arms. Their high waisted tie-dye pants, paired with a shimmer black top, offers sexiness and glam. I’ve never considered myself a total rocker, but these pieces pair ‘rocker’ & ‘feminity” perfectly!

Find out more and shop online HERE.

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{RAEN Optics | Shades All Year Round}

Jan 14th, 2012
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Saturday morning at Coffee Bean with my babe, my dog and my RAEN shades. RAEN Optics is an independent, classics driven brand, aimed at bringing quality and authenticity to the boutique eyewear market. Based out of Encinitas, these guys know quality, design and fashion.

I’ve been wearing their cat frames since 2011. The Breslin breathes new life into a feminine classic. Everyday shades that offer a touch of fashion, quality and and UV protected lenses. This tart little frame channels apparitions of Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe with a cat eye angled brow. Flared arms and crescent metal temple detailing grant every girl an effervescent balance of sophistication and sass.

Buy there HERE for an amazing price of  $110.00 or check out all the other amazing styles they have to offer. Cheers, to R A E N!  xx

 

 

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{What to Wear | New Years Eve}

Dec 30th, 2011
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New Years Eve is one of those nights – you want to dress up to make it special, but you don’t want to go over the top.  Now, what’s over the top? These days, less is more.  The key is to sparkle just a tab, with a touch of cool, without turning into a Christmas ornament.

I recently returned something at Bloomingdale’s, yes returned, but ended up drooling over the All Saints shop they have inside the women’s section. The line is oh-so-cool, different, but offers a ton of sexy sequin pieces that are toned down or cut in a way that make it much more than just another sequined dress. I highly recommend you check them out. If you are not a dress type of girl, a sequined stiletto or gold embellished clutch adds enough jazz to an ordinary outfit for a night out on the town.

My favorite look of the night is the sequined blazer with jean shorts, always a classic look, but the sequins add a new modern twist, perfect for New Years.

Everyone goes to the staple, the black dress or simple dress with shimmer. The better way to go this season is a little less traditional and maybe a little bit less dressy, but with a touch of your own personality to the outfit.

Shop All Saints HERE

Shop Sequin Blazers HERE at Shopstyle.com

Shop Asos.com Sequins Clutch HERE - $45.45

Shop Festive Hair Accessories HERE

Shop a Metallic Skirt HERE at Asos.com

Images from Stylehive.com, Models.com, Asos.com, and Shefinds.com

 

 

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{What to Wear to Meet your Boyfriend’s Parents}

Dec 28th, 2011
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Enzo Mantovani, an Italian designer, specializes in chic clothes that keep you warm. The pieces are made in Italy and offers basics in many colors.  The ‘boyfriend cardigan’ is perfect for lounging around the house while the ‘sportswear model’ will take you from pilates straight to the grocery, looking chic. Enzo Mantovani covers all the staples styles that every girl needs in their closet – v-neck, zip-hoodies, and a striped cardigan. They are made from Mongolian cashmere, which would cost 75% more in department stores.

Surprisingly, the line currently only available in the US at Costco – of all places!  You can track you nearest Costco and find out when the next shipment of Enzo Sweaters will arive: http://www.bitly.com/emschedule. Now, that’s a good reason to visit your local Costco.

xx

 

 

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{Music Mondays | Isabel Wing}

Dec 19th, 2011
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A new artist, and I mean new. Isabel’s first single is released on itunes and she’s defintely one to watch. Young, talented and nothing short of unique – her quirky personality reminds me of Ellen Page, different enough to notice, with a humble sweetness that makes you just fall for her.

Isabel’s captivating voice, thoughtful lyrics and real presentation are all the ingredients she needs to shine above the rest of them. Not only that, she’s only 16, only 16. Isabel has the world at her hands. No free download this time, but a great opportunity to support a rising star, most deserving of a chance to spread share her musical talents & wisdom upon us. If you like Joni Mitchell, you can’t go wrong with Isabel Wing.

Buy her single and make her glow even more HERE. Discovered and created by Kelvin Parker, from Avenue 34 Studios – avenue34studios.com. Check back to see more of his work and rising stars.

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{Gift Guide For Her Under $30}

Dec 18th, 2011
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 With the holidays close, and the budgets tight, there is no reason to spend a lot, especially with the beautiful gifts available this year.

Tocca Perfume Sampler $18

 You can’t go wrong with the Tocca Perfume Sampler. A sent for every style and beautiful packaging. Buy at Sephora.

Stila Daydream Palette - $18

Anyone who wears make-up is sure to love this gorgeous palette of all the colors of the rainbow – a value of $111!

Buy HERE at 6pm

MOR Italian Blood Orange Soap

It may just be a bar of soap, but hand wrapped with elegant paper and sealed with a Baroque twist, it’s the gift anyone will be honored to receive. It puts the elegance into bathing with 17th century bathing rituals and timeless ingredients.
Buy at Urban Mix - $15

Capri Blue Mercury Glass Jar Candle - $28

Keep the Italian theme going with a Capri styled Mercury glass candle. These luscious candles not only look classy on in your home, but burn for hours giving off a beautiful scent. The Mercury glass jar captures the flicker of the flame.

Buy at Athropologie

Veluspo Joponica Room Spray - $15

Everyone loves Veluspo candles, try something a little different with Veluspo Room Spray. The Santiago Huckleberry room spray is sweet and spicy with hints of vanilla pod and sugarcane, capri fig, champaca bloom, and baltic amber.

Buy at Anthropologie

Nail Polish Duo by Butter London - $25

Sometimes in not about the gift, it’s about the packaging – like in this little duo from Butter London. You don’t need wrapping paper with this special set-up, just some clear wrapping and a bow.

Buy at ULTA

 

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{Unique LA}

Dec 7th, 2011
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Last weekend I walked the Unique LA show, a show curated to bring shoppers and alternative to the mall founded by Sonja Rasula. A few highlights included Homako, a sweet jewelry line, Sire’s Crown, a optical company with really cool frames and a jewelry line made out of Drum Cymbols – pretty sweet! Unique LA supports local designers and connects shoppers to fantastic lines they may not otherwise know about, such as Futher, a soap, lotion and candles company with killer packaging. From a marketing design mind, I do appreciate a great packaging design, regardless of the product! I will buy, for the design of the bottle and hopefully the product is good too!

Further moved from New York. Their products take vegetable oil from local restaurants like Tiato, Mozza and Tavern, turn it into biodiesel fuel for our cars, then take the byproduct, purify it, and reuse to make our soap, lotion and candles. How cool! Check out more at furtherproducts.com.

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