Blonder Ambitions

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Products I Swear By: In the Shower

1. Twist Loofah Sponge
Softens skin… and good for you and the environment. Chemical free.
2. Philosophy Strawberry Milkshake 3-in-1 ultra rich shampoo, shower gel & bubble bath
Pink. And smells de-lish-ous.
3. St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub
Softens the face. Preps it for clean and even makeup application.
4. Herbal Essences Body Envy Shampoo
Smells amazing, boosts volume (like it says!), and is inexpensive.
5. Herbal Essences Body Envy Conditioner
Softens hair, but doesn’t weigh it down.
6. Gillette Venus Spa Breeze Razor
I never have time for a long shower. So I shave very quickly. This keeps me from nicking myself.
7. CoverGirl Pumice with Nail Brush
Perfect pedicure prep.
8. Sephora Collection Wide Tooth Comb
I detangle while still in the shower… while I still have the conditioner in my hair.
9. Frontgate Resort Cotton Bath Towel
Makes every morning shower feel like a spa day. Cozy.
10. Victoria’s Secret Satin Kimono Wrap

January 6, 2011
Overcast with a Side of Sequins

Blazer and Pearl Necklace, F21. Striped Thermal, Gap. Bow Belt (worn as necklace), Boutique store in Huntington Beach. Sequined Mini, Olive Olivia. Boots, Wet Seal.

Cloudy weather was cramping my style… I had spent the last couple days writing in my (leopard print) pjs. I decided to bust out a few of my favorites to break my style rut. An Easter pink linen blazer, chain belt with a leather bow worn as a necklace, a black sequined mini, heels with hardware and, of course, pearls. Style rut averted. Too bad I didn’t have the same control over the weather.

January 5, 2011
Fabulous Four

♥ The jewelry collection left to me by my grandmother and great-grandmother ♥

♥ Every episode of the best show. Ever. Great Christmas gift from my parents ♥

♥ Perfume from my boyfriend. Pink. Smells like grapefruit, jasmine, peony, and sandalwood ♥

♥ Two adorable antiqued signs. Girly. Frilly. Unnecessary. Perfect ♥

January 4, 2011
Lust List – New Year Edition

Make just one more teeny-tiny oh-so-important New Year’s Resolution: stock your closet with the necessities by the end of this month. With these beauties in tow, you’re ready for anything. And your basic wardrobe is nearly complete.

1. The Perfect Black Heel. Daytime or Nighttime. Work or Party. Christian Louboutin, Yolanda. $825
2. The Perfect Dark Denim. Straight Leg. Casual or Dressy. Citizens of Humanity, Elson-Passion. $188
3. The Perfect LBD. Good for any occasion. BR Monogram Crinkle Crossover Dress. $150
4. The Perfect Navy Blazer. Eddie Bauer Wool Gabardine Blazer. $149
5. The Perfect White V-Neck T-Shirt. With jeans. A suit. A mini skirt. So versatile. Romeo & Juliet Couture White Slub Cotton V-Neck Pocket T-Shirt. $70
6. The Perfect Way to Do Animal Print. A surprising, sexy, and classic touch. Pour la Victoire pony hair ‘Bliss’ platform pumps. $273
7. The Perfect Sunglasses. They go with everything. Prada Brown Tortoise Sunglasses. $245
8. The Perfect Perfume. Universal. Sexy, but sweet. And… it’s Chanel. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle. $90
9. The Perfect Accessory. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. 1ct Diamond Stud Earrings. $1,950

January 3, 2011
Argyle Socks and Sparkly Pumps

Sunglasses, Gucci. Cardigan, J.Crew. Earrings, necklace, bow, crewneck thermal, skirt, and shoes, Forever 21. Socks, Wet Seal.

Old women (I’m talking the 80 year-old wealthy widows) in Santa Barbara always have the coolest style… oversized shades and jewelry. Additionally, the toddlers in my town are insanely spoiled… which is why I inevitably envy a lot of their wardrobe (mainly sparkly super-feminine footwear). I say, “If you want it… get it!” So, I put together this old/young fusion. Sure enough, a four-year-old in a yellow tutu high-fived me while I was out at lunch. Mission accomplished.

December 28, 2010
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 ♥

December 24, 2010