Blonder Ambitions

Author: Kiki E.

  • Christmas Decor for the Girls

    Who says Christmas has to be all red and green and holly-jolly? Not me!  I threw a little Cupcakes and Champagne party for my best friends before we went out for a night on the town.  I stuck with vintage lace, preppy blue and white striped fabric, hot pink satin ribbon, candles, and lots of glitter and sequins.  Jazzy Christmas music (Eartha Kitt, Ella Fitgerald, Louis Armstrong) played in the background.  The Christmas Tree I had decorated earlier served as a focal point.  The holiday cards and gifts that I had made for them doubled as place cards.  Overall, it was beyond a wonderful night… One of the best nights I’ve had with my best friends.

    ♥ We had so much fun that we couldn’t even sit still for a picture ♥

  • Last Minute Holiday Shopping

    Glasses, Wet Seal. Scarf, Shorts, and Bracelet, Forever 21. Striped thermal, Gap. Shoes, FD4.

    Last minute holiday shopping was stressing me out… So I decided to add a little bit of color to the chore.  Sure enough, the bright colors brightened my outlook.  And the geek chic glasses definitely didn’t leave room for anything except smiles.

  • How To: Decorate a Christmas Tree

    I know that “designer” style Christmas trees are a big thing right now… And I always have people asking me how I put together my (very girly) Christmas tree each year.  So here’s a little “How To” to help you get that fabulous Christmas tree that you deserve…  And, go way over the top.  It is the holidays, after all.

    ♥ First, lay out all of your ornaments so you know exactly what you’re working with ♥

    ♥ Next, light your Christmas tree (mine had pre-strung lights) so you know exactly where to put your decor.  Start by placing your ribbon… I used hot pink and antique pink wired ribbon.  Wired ribbon is easiest to work with because it holds its shape ♥

    ♥ Then, embellish your tree with branches and flowers… It adds something extra and makes your tree appear to have been professionally decorated ♥

    ♥ Add your largest ornaments… Usually bulbs.  I love mixing bulbs with a matte finish with bulbs covered in glitter.  Chic and unexpected… Add your large decorative ornaments next ♥

    ♥ Make sure some of your ornaments are personal and fun.  Marilyn Monroe is one of my icons ♥

    ♥ Add your tree topper and… voila!… a very custom, very chic, and very personal Christmas tree ♥

    ♥ Merry Christmas ♥

  • Sweet Potato Cider Cupcakes with Marshmallow Frosting

    My obsession with baking continues.  I decided to get a little more ambitious than usual and make the perfect holiday cupcake.  The cupcake is dense and delicious… Filled with sugar, sweet potatoes, apple cider and cinnamon.  Find the recipe here.

    ♥ The smell of these cupcakes made my home really feel like the holidays ♥

    ♥ Gold cupcake foils make the cupcakes feel extra festive ♥

    ♥ The cupcakes are then drizzled with a homemade apple cider carmel ♥

    ♥ The marshmallow frosting is the perfect topper… ooey-gooey goodness ♥

    ♥ To die for ♥

  • Happy Hour with Mom

    Sunglasses, Dita. Vintage black pearl necklace. Ruffled Shirt and Glitter Pumps, Forever 21. Fur vest, Wet Seal. Skinny jeans (distressed by me!), Red Engine.

    Fur, ruffles, pearls, and red lipstick.  Mom appropriate… yet still mildly fabulous.

  • Lust List – Holiday Edition


    1. Love Potion Dress $119.99 ModCloth
    2. Antique Rose Gold and Opal Ring $98 Juicy Couture
    3. Range Rover Supercharged $101,465 Land Rover
    4. Vain and Glorious Lip Bag $36 MAC Cosmetics
    5. Poppy Tartan Overnight Satchel $378 Coach
    6. Lux Velour Robe $85 Betsey Johnson
    7. Fendi ‘Deco’ Bow Trim Pump $685 Nordstrom
    8. Layered Rosette Sheen Dress $32.80 Forever 21
    9. Mirrored Vanity/Desk $2,110 Neiman Marcus
    10. Cluster Bib Silk Dress in Berry $32.80 Forever 21