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my pile...

2012-01-31T13:03:00.003-06:00

still coveting this Max & Chloe love knot ring... specifically for my left pinky! add it to the list.

currently loving: kate spade musical chairs

2012-01-31T12:57:00.001-06:00

damn adorable.

smokey eye in 2 steps...

2012-01-28T11:15:00.000-06:00

very helpful!

must see: SOMM

2012-01-24T13:36:00.002-06:00

SOMM Documentary Trailer 1 from Forgotten Man Films on Vimeo.

Can't wait for this documentary to come out! SOMM is the story of four sommeliers attempting to pass the prestigious Master Sommelier exam, a test with one of the lowest pass rates in the world.
Looks beautiful, no??

2011-11-21T20:12:00.001-06:00

Address Is Approximate from The Theory on Vimeo.

stop motion + love = the cutest wedding video ever

2011-11-21T10:28:00.001-06:00

Marina + Andy's Wedding in Stop-Motion | Melbourne, Australia / NYC from Bayly & Moore on Vimeo.

my pile...

2011-11-11T10:15:00.002-06:00

always always always on the hunt for the perfect everyday piece. fairly certain this is it. a maya brenner asymmetrical G gold necklace. pretty damn affordable for a beautiful piece that i'd wear daily. right?

that time of year...

2011-11-11T09:12:00.004-06:00

candle season is fully upon us. whatever, fine, it's a year round thing for me. BUT, the scent of pine versions are mandatory right now. especially since i'm no where near the real scent all the way out here by the salty beach. This one looks amazing, and with a feature in Lonny Mag, I'm sure it won't be available for long.

missing my girls

2011-10-27T13:08:00.002-05:00

This image nearly brought me to tears this morning... I'm missing you girls so very badly today. (like always)
xm

local love - Abbot Kinney

2011-10-10T11:14:00.001-05:00

I've been a fan of Emily over at Cupcakes + Cashmere for a few years now, and i love this colab she did with Juicy Couture - mostly because it's shot right down the block from my office. There's no shortage of love for Abbot Kinney and its supply of shops and lusted over restaurants - but it's always fun to see more!

amazing.

2011-09-27T19:04:00.001-05:00

I'm in love with this video. fashion. dance. london. 100 years of london style in 100 seconds. perfection.

2011-09-19T20:24:00.001-05:00

A Day in California from Ryan Killackey on Vimeo.

2011-09-14T23:35:00.000-05:00

2011-09-08T16:04:00.001-05:00

2011-09-08T16:01:00.000-05:00

You've crossed my mind a lot lately.

2011-09-08T16:00:00.000-05:00

weight: no scale yet
gym: no
run: no
water intake: lots.
diet cokes: 0
drinks: 2 glasses rosé
cigarettes: 0
vices: fish tacos for dinner.
mood: out of shape.

2011-09-05T11:39:00.004-05:00

I hope you all had as amazing of a holiday weekend as I did. Isn't it funny that right when you're starting to feel down, a good group of friends can remind you just how fun life is, and to keep it all in perspective. I've been kind of down lately - and when I get depressed, I put on a few lbs. which makes for a pretty vicious cycle, as feeling chubby doesn't help a gal's demeanor. Having some time with a handful of friends I've had for years (can you believe it's been 10 years brett and hal?) I realized how much I need to strike a balance in my life. Work and career advancement has been my focus for so long, I almost forgot to take care of myself. I'm hoping to bring back daily diaries, daily workouts, and even start a few new traditions. like meditation, night time bike rides, and cooking nights.
Birthday's are always my version of new years, it's when I make resolutions. So here's to 29. I'm excited to have the last year in my twenties be one where I find some internal peace and satisfaction.

2011-09-05T11:35:00.000-05:00

2011-09-01T12:09:00.001-05:00

i did it..

2011-08-31T21:29:00.004-05:00

went to joshua tree! and while i havent had time to tweak my photos to be as beautiful as the original inspiration, i think i got a few good ones!

2011-08-31T21:29:00.001-05:00

MÖBIUS from ENESS on Vimeo.

beauty.

weekend trip

2011-08-24T11:23:00.002-05:00

somehow i have got it in my head that i need an impromptu road trip this weekend... and the destination of choice? Joshua Tree. After i saw these pics over at the brick house blog, i realized i had better take the time to visit this place since i live so very close! Looks epic!

my pile...

2011-08-22T14:38:00.002-05:00

oops! birthday prezzie to myself. a life piece! yay! can't wait fo layered fall pieces!

my pile...

2011-08-16T15:32:00.001-05:00

adore. must have.

2011-08-15T20:11:00.001-05:00

sunday dinner...

2011-08-15T17:22:00.002-05:00

In an act of domesticness... a word that doesn't exist in the english dictionary, much less my own– I cooked dinner. and a good one at that! After completing 4 of the 5 of my to do's (I didn't have the time to play in the surf, sadly), I capped the evening off with a tomato/avocado/mozzerella and lime salad, and some spicy garlic shrimp - which i tweaked to include udon noodles and a bit of my favorite condiment - sriracha garlic chili sauce.
must say... i don't cook much, but when i do, I'm not half bad!

weekend to do list.

2011-08-12T12:17:00.007-05:00

Somehow, this morning I am feeling fairly ambitious. which has led me to a list of my top 5 to do's of the weekend.

1. buy fresh flowers.
I feel like I don't treat myself to these enough, and with all the farmers markets around venice, I am sure to find some that would sit beautifully on a stack of coffee table books.

2. take my first barre method class.
I've been dying to try this workout on for size for a while, and with a quick groupon purchase, I have no excuse not to!

3. rent a surfboard.
I've taken a lesson the past couple weekends in a row - and think I might be ready to just mess around on my own for a few hours Sunday morning. It's a fun alternative to working out!

4. be a part time mixologist.
I've been dying over bar carts for a long time now - but living in such a teeny tiny space doesn't allow for one - but that doesnt have to stop me from learning the art of cocktailing. with my goal of no beer for 30 days - cocktails may be a nice break from my nightly glass of wine. (a few recipes here, here and here i'll be testing out this weekend!)

5. experHAIRment.
I need to get out of my boring hair down or up in a top knot routine and find some good in between styles!

Happy Weekend!

2011-08-08T19:32:00.003-05:00

photo montage time: blue crush

2011-08-08T13:59:00.001-05:00

pretty little light of LA

2011-08-05T16:31:00.001-05:00

LA Light from Colin Rich on Vimeo.

2011-08-04T13:48:00.001-05:00

YES!

2011-08-03T11:24:00.000-05:00

a few of my favorite things all jammed into one video. bulldogs, surfing... what else do you need!

NY made that shit legal

2011-08-02T11:21:00.003-05:00

July 24th was the first day that NY legally recognized gay marriages. thank god. great news for NY folk - and congrats to a handful of friends who finally made it legal. NYMag did a very sweet fashion story on a few of the 300 some couples out and about on the big day. I'm loving every one of these mini interviews more than the next! congrats NY. you've moved our country forward, and there is no way to thank you.

candybar cross sections

2011-07-29T11:26:00.001-05:00

i can identify a good handful of these - can you? mmm candy bars.
via GtheGentleman

2011-07-27T18:37:00.000-05:00

dreaming of fall.

2011-07-27T13:01:00.002-05:00

fall fashion is by far my favorite, and I just had a realization that the season shifts in LA are in my favor - i can rock fall style thru the year. jcrew is killing me with their new email blasts. coral wools, pony haired leopard prints, rolled denim. heaven.

my pile...

2011-07-26T11:35:00.002-05:00

neon + neutrals. 100% for it. especially on this chunky wood bangle. (though it feels uber DIY, no?)

amazeballs.

2011-07-25T09:25:00.004-05:00

I'm no kid, but I'd kill for this even now. plus it would look beautiful in any adult home for conversation alone! still in it's concept stages (as far as i can tell) but a brilliant idea that's sure to be a money maker! good thinking, felix.

the prettiest

2011-07-24T15:55:00.003-05:00

loving these code rings from lulu frost. though i couldn't really afford to stack too many at $440 a pop.

2011-07-21T23:55:00.000-05:00

DARK SIDE OF THE LENS from Astray Films on Vimeo.

netflix throwback: annie hall

2011-07-21T23:48:00.003-05:00

tonight's neflix feature.
An oldie but a goodie... Annie Hall is one of my all time favorites. Diane Keaton at her prime. (though, i'll love her in anything at any time in her career). Menswear at it's finest. ugh! plus who doesn't have an uncomfortable crush on Woody Allen? speaking of, see Midnight in Paris like.. IMMEDIATELY!

just cause i have a headache...

2011-07-17T18:58:00.001-05:00

this image was just so appealing to me.

a poster within a poster... within a poster

2011-07-17T18:31:00.002-05:00

Designer Marco Ugolini demonstrates the proper way to hold a poster within a poster within a poster etc. hee hee.

artist crush: alberto seveso

2011-07-17T18:23:00.003-05:00

Italian illustrator/designer/smartypants Alberto Seveso grabbed my attention while looking at these wonderous images and came across these amazing faces melded with ink in water. LOVE.

spinograph plus graffiti...

2011-07-17T16:39:00.001-05:00

equals pretty.

2011-07-15T11:31:00.000-05:00

my pile...

2011-07-12T17:54:00.003-05:00

loving this colorful ikat pillow cover like it's nobody's business. (plus about 19 others from this shop!)

must see: our idiot brother

2011-06-29T12:58:00.000-05:00

pretty pretty splitscreen

2011-06-29T12:14:00.000-05:00

Splitscreen: A Love Story from JW Griffiths on Vimeo.

decorate :: apartment update

2011-06-27T10:17:00.005-05:00

well it's taken about 6 weeks - but my westcoast place is NEARLY finished... just a few more tweaks here and there accessory wise, and a couple new storage options to be had. but otherwise, complete. here are a few work in progress shots from this weekend. more to come!
I love that goldiehawn made herself known by holding ground on her new favorite couch

sources: bedframe - west elm, couch - cb2, cowhide - ikea, dresser - ikea, bertoia diamond chair - ebay, b+w graphic pillows - ikea, yellow + grey pillow - dwellstudio for target, balloon dog bookend - quirk gallery, arc lamp - overstock (no longer available), stacked bookshelf - ikea, art - collection pieces from chris craymer, anita calero, andrea heimer, etsy, etc.

perfect.

2011-06-25T11:33:00.001-05:00

my pile...

2011-06-22T11:59:00.002-05:00

my pile. hello... golden corn S+P shakers? yes please.

must see: 50/50

2011-06-15T12:24:00.000-05:00

2011-06-15T11:48:00.003-05:00

Goldie Hawn moment... she's loving life in California as of late. Sleeping late and rolling around in the sandy beaches seems to agree with her!

the truest truth

2011-06-14T13:14:00.001-05:00

artist crush: shawn huckins

2011-06-14T11:41:00.004-05:00

Hello... these are fantastic. Drooling.

2011-06-13T14:58:00.000-05:00

PRIME BIG SERIES - SMALL SCREEN from steven huybrechts on Vimeo.

the itch.

2011-06-10T15:19:00.001-05:00

tattoo itch #11 is looming hard.. and this image is helping increase that desire. great placement. typography. plus, I'd kill for her abs. that's next on the list.

currently rocking my world...

2011-06-09T15:05:00.001-05:00

just plain pretty

2011-06-09T11:32:00.002-05:00

I'm not a very crafty lady, but i do kind of love this idea for wrapping presents instead of paper. likely too time consuming for my ADD persona - but pretty as all get out.

my pile...

2011-06-08T12:52:00.002-05:00

mildly obsessed with this neon 'life is a party' sign and apartment life poster from Heima.

my pile...

2011-06-07T11:10:00.002-05:00

awesome. i love this.

just because...

2011-06-06T11:13:00.001-05:00

artist crush :: hotlon rower

2011-06-02T11:02:00.001-05:00

In his “Pour” series, New York artist Holton Rower masterminds the pouring of successive layers of paint onto three dimensional objects. The results are psychedelically awesome works of art but it’s the process that is truly captivating. How badly do you want to dive right in and have a few pours of your own?

2011-06-01T15:33:00.002-05:00

A new reason to save your old lightbulbs... so cute!

shoe lust :: senso

2011-06-01T13:31:00.001-05:00

I've been living in flats and sandals now that i've moved to a beach... but these wedge shortie booties by Senso are killing me. I might need them for fall.

my pile...

2011-05-31T23:12:00.002-05:00

OHHHH clearly i am on a geometric pattern kick.. plus you know how i feel about grey. This cross blanket has been on my wishlist for some time. It finally is semi affordable (at $250) now that it's available in cotton! Purchase? May be something I'll need in the near future...

my pile...

2011-05-31T22:45:00.002-05:00

mildly obsessed with this tote... canvas, leather, geometric print... sheer perfection.

decorate :: arc lamp

2011-05-31T11:55:00.002-05:00

I've been pining over purchasing an arc lamp for at least a year now. I've never bit the bullet - until yesterday. Overstock makes a pretty decent knock off for just about $350. and White on White has one for $400. OdotCO was having a memorial day sale - 10% off and free shipping so I finally did it. Have been getting inspired by flickr shots of how others use theirs. I can't wait for it to nearly take over my tiny beach apartment!!

my pile...

2011-05-27T10:54:00.003-05:00

mildly in love with these fallen hero prints (seen over at cupcakes+cashmere)... in specific the hot pink batman situation. and the large prints are silly affordable. makes me excited that i bought neon pink spray paint last night... stoked.

my pile...

2011-05-25T20:18:00.001-05:00

good lord i am obsessed with this duck feet mirror like it's no one's business!!

2011-05-20T16:22:00.001-05:00

2011-05-20T16:21:00.001-05:00

Scenes from the finale sequence of Zergüt from Zergüt on Vimeo.

pale whites and brights.

2011-05-19T20:17:00.005-05:00

Drooling over these russian vogue moments. Specifically the length of the body in shot 3. DROOL. AND the kelly green belt. need.
(Anna Selezneva by Mariano Vivanco for Vogue Russia, June 2011)

{prettylittlethings}

2011-05-19T15:03:00.001-05:00

Loving these layouts for showing intimates. pretty, simple, sexy. love.

life update: sharing LA

2011-05-19T11:33:00.003-05:00

I know I have been MIA - and for the few of you that count, I apologize. It's been a whirlwind of a month and I am just finally starting to settle into my new digs on the west coast. What have I been up to? In no particular order...

• Packing up as much of my life into 3 suitcases and moving cross country

• Shipping a car - weird.

• Living in corporate housing - aka a literal version of Melrose Place (not my steelo).

• Taking in a new style of waterfront living. Oceans, as it turns out, are MUCH larger than lakes.

• Scrambling to find a tiny little ocean front apartment of my own. (CHECK. updates on that soon)

• Trying to figure out the best way to furnish said tiny apartment.

• Spending too much money.

• Eating too much food.

• Visiting LA art fairs.

• Traveling back to Madison, WI for my baby brother's college graduation.

• Spending too much at Target.

• Seeing amazing friend, reconnecting with the old ones, and doing my best to make a few new ones.

Not to mention, not sleeping enough. I am excited to be in LA the next few weekends so I can focus on settling in and making a little home for myself out here. Much needed.

holy mother of luxury...

2011-05-19T11:17:00.004-05:00

Damn thing is sold out, but how amazing is this camo + red suede ipad case?? apparently $1200 rad, but still. I love it.

currently missing: Goldie Hawn

2011-05-17T17:25:00.002-05:00

Missing my pup more than ever today - and mildly excited at the awesome chance that she may be coming out here next weekend to join me!

2011-05-17T17:11:00.001-05:00

Ace Hotel Room 1021 from Dana Tanamachi on Vimeo.

just because...

2011-05-12T13:12:00.000-05:00

This just made me laugh so hard this morning, all thanks to Bianca over at Squirrel Hobbies.

my pile...

2011-05-12T12:46:00.000-05:00

literally. the Kate Spade tipsy flat is sold out everywhere, I finally caved and bought on ebay. not marked up much at all. neon flat in LA = perfection for spring to summer.

artist crush: aled lewis

2011-05-08T19:29:00.003-05:00

Loving these toy story prints by Aled Lewis... the cuteness.

currently loving: chevron duvet covers

2011-05-08T19:26:00.002-05:00

HELLO! Adorable - and affordable. love this grey chevron duvet cover like WHOA.

hotpants. yes.

2011-05-08T18:57:00.003-05:00

I dont like short shorts - it's just not my style, but THIS kind of hotpant i can get behind. brights brights brights!
via net-a-porter

currently loving: bike wine rack

2011-05-03T13:15:00.002-05:00

Now that I'm forced to move about a city via bike - at least on a day to day situation - i'm loving this idea of a wine bike rack for toting around such precious cargo. Plus it leaves the basket open to hold bread and cheese! WIN!
via SwissMiss

artist crush: Inslee

2011-05-03T13:09:00.002-05:00

fashion illustrator extraordinaire... loving these prints from her sketchbook. must own the striped skirt one!

my pile...

2011-05-03T11:21:00.001-05:00

loving this poster in grey and white. AS SOON as i have a place to live - I'll be ordering it.

and... we're back!

2011-05-03T10:51:00.001-05:00

HI! It's been a couple weeks since i've posted - and i have good reason. 1. i had ONE week off. in about 7 years, which means i took advantage and disconnected myself. even for a little bit. on top of that - i moved across the country! When i left Minnesota it was still in the 30's and on the west coast, aka my new home, it's in the 80's! It's been a definite climate change at the very least! I'm now into summer shopping mode - people out here wear a lot less clothing! I'm trying to get into it - but you'll soon realize how a size 2-4 out here makes you feel nearly whale-like. I'm embracing it though... hoping the desire of activeness everyone out here seems to possess will rub off on me soon! Here's the short list of what i've done thus far (today is day 4)
• eaten amazing food with amazing people
• got a sunburn
• had a lot of outdoor beers
• purchased bright blue shiny beach cruiser + basket (in hopes goldie will some how be interested in sitting in it someday.
• moved into corporate housing (VERY melrose place - everyone poolside, bbq's, etc. I'm not all that into it)
• started apartment hunting. (<--EXHAUSTING!)
• started a new job (!!) and have hit the ground running at full speed.

See, nothing all that exciting just yet - but I'll be posting updates for friends and family alike!
cheers!

currently loving: dots dots dots

2011-04-22T09:29:00.001-05:00

Lately, I've found myself sporting a lot of polka dots. Mostly in the form of tops. Here are a few I am loving (including the first shot from Zara, which I already own and love!)
1 | 2 | 3

oh good lord...

2011-04-22T09:15:00.003-05:00

Good god if I wasnt trying to save every penny with this move i would totally get behind ordering these IMMEDIATELY! Alex Wang isnt always my fave clothing wise, but the shoes are almost alway on point... especially these!

my pile...

2011-04-18T14:18:00.000-05:00

Loving this teeny little panda love lapel pin! adorable.

quote of the day

2011-04-13T10:08:00.001-05:00

the maxi skirt done right

2011-04-12T10:14:00.003-05:00

I've been back and forth with this trend, though the new LA version of me obviously must lean in it's favor... this is the best way to wear it in my opinion... a sheer affordable trend piece (from AA) with a pretty helmut lang slip underneath. Oh Liz, you are the cuteness.

2011-04-12T09:34:00.002-05:00

Finally out in the open - now I can officially say: I AM MOVING TO LOS ANGELES!

For all those in town next Saturday April 23rd - I would love you to stop by for a drink before I go!

2011-04-12T08:31:00.001-05:00

NYC for the next week and a half and loving life!

2011-04-11T11:21:00.002-05:00

stay tuned...

still loving...

2011-04-10T11:29:00.002-05:00

The frenchie bookends. It's just too cute. I don't know how to talk myself out of it!

home lust

2011-04-06T15:29:00.003-05:00

The latest issue of Rue had me all in a tizzy this morning - pulled a few of my favorite shots.
the new bedding line from kate spade - you know it's going to be adorable but what struck me is the cellophane blossoms hung over the bed - GAH. brilliant.
this dog silhouetted wallpaper in a tiny bathroom is brilliant.
A silver trash can used as a planter. love.
and a room filled with easy decor - including white type on a white wall. ADORING it.

kind of obsessed with...

2011-04-06T12:36:00.002-05:00

I've been lusting over these vintage pierrot gourmand lollipop holders for years, and recently was reminded that i really should just have one already! Hard to find and not all that cheap, but someday i shall have one. Post research i found them available here and here. enjoy!

table lust

2011-04-04T13:42:00.002-05:00

Speaking of my love for bi-coastal cities... furniture design company Faktura is selling these NY and LA tables for $220 each. How cute right?