1. Oliver Peoples Jack One $325
2. Persol Round Sunglasses $310
3. Givenchy Round Frame $320
4. L’Agence Snap Front Blouse $252
5. Barneys New York Classic Blouse $315
6. Derek Lam Dot Blouse $750
7. Gant by Michael Bastian Limited Edition Watch $395
8. Barneys New York Horse Shoe Belt $250
9. Irene Neuwirth Rose of France & Diamond Ring $5,545
10. Roberto del Carlo Penny Loafer $445
11. Nicholas Kirkwood Tassel Loafer $795
12. Balenciaga Apron Toe Loafer $965
As young women in today’s world, we’re expected to be good at pretty much everything {not that there’s anything wrong with that kind of pressure… it will make you a far better woman in the end}. However, in trying to be the best at anything and everything, we oftentimes forget to be the best at taking care of ourselves. This is why something that may seem unnecessary {like pampering yourself} is actually a necessity. It is utterly imperative that you take the time to spoil yourself deliciously rotten. And, this time, I am actually taking my own advice. As I write this, it is a Saturday afternoon… I am wearing a silk robe and the sounds of Billie Holiday are echoing about the room; I have one of my favorite overpriced candles lit, fresh pink flowers on my desk, and I am eating chocolate truffles. Seriously. This is after an early morning outdoor read of a sensational book on my Nook, then a long shower followed by a hot pink pedicure and spoiling myself with some tres luxe body lotion while watching the Sex & the City movie {for the 42nd time}. I am getting a bit of work done {though it hardly feels like work in this environment} and then I plan on buying myself something frivolous and drinking wine with my very best girlfriends. You are fabulous and you deserve it… what other reason do you need? So, go ahead, spoil yourself.
1. Billie Holiday Lady Day Album $35
2. Vie Luxe Istanbul Three-Wick Candle $80
3. Peonies & Sweet Peas from the Santa Barbara Farmer’s Market
4. Sex & The City: The Complete Collection $250
5. Viva La Juicy Body Cream $44
6. The Nook $160
7. OPI Pink-ing of You $4 & OPI Touring America $8.50
8. Kenwood Sauvignon Blanc $10 & Keep Calm and Drink Wine $16
9. La Perla Satin Robe
10. Pink Amethyst and White Diamond Cocktail Ring $300
11. Vita Dolce Chocolate Truffles $36
Sometimes a girls’ weekend is just what I need to get back on track and remember how utterly lucky I am to have such incredible people in my life… and how very grateful I am for them. This particular weekend was a getaway in celebration of one of my very best friend’s birthday. Seeing as so much went on {far too much to adequately capture in a few short words}… I figured I would leave it up to the following images to take you through our exhilarating whirlwind of a weekend.
1. Nerd Glasses $10
2. Wayfarer Nerd Sunglasses in White $4
3. 80s Retro Nerd Glasses $7
4. St. John Collection Four Strand Necklace $195
5. Kate Spade ‘All Wrapped Up’ Glass Pearl Necklace $128
6. Dabby Reid Ltd. Three Strand Pearl Necklace $88
7. Helmut Lang Double-Breasted Blazer $690
8. Rag & Bone Stanley Blazer $495
9. Alexander Wang Leather Trim Blazer $785
10. AE Bliss Crop T $15
11. AE Sweet Freedom Crop T $15
12. AE Free Spirit Crop T $15
13. Bruno Magli ‘Payton’ Bow Trim Flat $320
14. Vera Wang Lavender ‘Luna’ Metallic Flat $275
15. Bourne ‘Robyn’ Crystal Bow Flat $240
If you’re looking for something soulful, folksy, and music with serious intelligence {the lyrics are stunning}… listen to Ray LaMontagne {check out the songs “Let It Be Me” and “Sarah” to get started}. The Ray LaMontagne concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl {an exceptional outdoor amphitheater} rocked all of my expectations… very rarely is a singer more impressive in person than on their album… but LaMontagne’s voice is eerie and earnest and its effect is made more powerful if you are in close proximity. Perhaps it was the strawberry shortcake martinis or the exhilarating {and crazy} pedicab ride that preceded my concert experience… or maybe it was just LaMontagne’s talent… but this was a night for the books.
1. Nelly Pump $295
2. Arissa Bootie $295
3. Norah Pump $250
4. Audrey Sunglasses $110
5. Jordana Sunglasses $125
6. Cassie Sunglasses $148
7. Orlina Box Clutch $225
8. Val Box Clutch $195
9. Tilly Studded Calf Hair Clutch $250
10. Large Evil Eye Necklace $85
11. Antler Bangle $95
12. Enamel & Crystal Sunburst Ring $75