I go to Beverly Hills a few times a year. Sometimes I go to shop. Other times I go to eat + drink. Occasionally I go to people watch. If I'm going to do all three, I always stop for brunch at Villa Blanca (want proof? check out this post from seven years ago)- a few short steps off of Rodeo Drive and you enter a bright white place to sip, dine, + stare. ... Read the Post
HAIR EXTENSIONS + THE PERFECT BLONDE
I am very particular about my hair. So much so that I have been using the same colorist for 17 years + the same artist for my hair extensions for 6 years. In my opinion, both of these women are absolute masters. The Women Behind My Hair My colorist is Sarah - she is an all around badass of a female. She owns Salon Patine, she's a Redken Certified Stylist, and she passed some master stylist ... Read the Post
VISUAL INSPIRATION
Autumn's bounty on display Defiantly served al fresco Afternoons overflowing with Wine White flowers And whispered promises Slurred on the season's edge Hushed into the heart's corners Stored for the winter ahead. - Kiki E. - Inspiration is vital. Here are some images that currently inspire me. ... Read the Post
VEGAN BBQ JACKFRUIT BOWL
I was craving something: Hearty. Filling. Healthy. Savory. Satisfying. A little sweet. A little spicy. Full of vitamins. Crammed with fiber. Oh... and it needed to be a vegan recipe. I was basically asking for the Holy Grail of all lunches... so I decided to create it. This Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Bowl is full of so much deliciousness (8 layers of deliciousness to be precise!). It is also ... Read the Post
VISUAL INSPIRATION
Wake slowly + wildly With salt water thighs And champagne laughter Belly full of pancakes + eyes full of wonder. -Kiki E.- Inspiration is vital. Here are some images that currently inspire me. {all images and their original source can be found on my Tumblr} ... Read the Post
MY 15 MINUTE DAILY MAKEUP ROUTINE
https://youtu.be/b021cia1vyE I shared my daily makeup routine last week on Instagram (you can follow me here) + I didn't want any of you to miss it. Here is a 5 minute recap of my daily cosmetic routine. It's simple, effective, and the tips + tricks can be applied to all kinds of makeup looks. In the video above, I also mention my skincare routine. You can check that out here. You ... Read the Post