♥ 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 ♥
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
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.
On my way to meet my girlfriends for Sunday Brunch and mimosas. It was still a bit chilly out, so I wanted to combine everything feminine in layers for added warmth. I love old-fashioned touches like the soft mauve of the scarf and the drama of the brooch. Textured tights and leg warmers add unexpected fun. Vintage leopard sunglasses top off the outfit.
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 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.
