Blonder Ambitions

RECIPE – THE BEST GUACAMOLE

February 7, 2014 by Kiki E. 1 Comment

One of my favorite things to do in Santa Barbara is to host outdoor dinner parties {basically, a slightly upscale version of a barbecue}. We've been fortunate enough to have had beautiful weather as of late, so I was able to host a dinner in January and February. Without hesitation, I knew I'd be making guacamole to keep people happy before the meal was served. Each time, the guacamole was ... Read the Post

Being a California girl, I have a slight {okay, major} guacamole obsession. Here's my favorite recipe...

LOOK OF THE WEEK – PREP ROCK

February 6, 2014 by Kiki E. 1 Comment

1. Madewell Textbook Glasses $50 2. Classic Fox 54mm Optical Glasses $169 3. Tom Ford 50mm Optical Glasses $445 4. Vivienne Westwood Red Label Plaid Blazer $1124 5. Nina Ricci Plaid Harris Tweed Blazer $1865 6. Vivienne Westwood Red Label Plaid Blazer $959 7. Ralph Lauren Blue Label Linen Riding Bartley Vest $310 8. Meteo by Yves Salomon Sleeveless Leopard Print Gilet $unknown 9. Emanuel ... Read the Post

Layers upon layers and an eclectic mix of patterns create a look that is anything but buttoned-up.

INSTA INSPIRATION

February 5, 2014 by Kiki E. 1 Comment

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Get inspired. Enjoy these quotes {all found on Blonder Ambitions' Instagram account}.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – LONG LINES

February 4, 2014 by Kiki E. Leave a Comment

1. Gucci Metal Aviator Sunglasses $395 2. Ray Ban Matte Classic Aviator Sunglasses $155 3. Givenchy Aviator Sunglasses $350 4. Collection XIIX Confetti Layered Infinity Scarf $29 5. Tildon Pixel Floral Infinity Scarf $48 6. Collection XIIX Confetti Layered Infinity Scarf $29 7. DSquared2 Fingerless Gloves $443 8. BCBGeneration Affirmation Fingerless Gloves $35 9. DSquared2 Fingerless ... Read the Post

Dress up a maxi dress with a few edgy pieces for a look that is sleek and a little bit rock & roll.

VISUAL INSPIRATION

February 3, 2014 by Kiki E. Leave a Comment

{all images and their original source can be found on my Tumblr} ... Read the Post

Inspiration is vital. Here are some photographs that currently inspire me {all found on my Tumblr}… a picture is worth a thousand words.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – LAID BACK LAYERS

January 30, 2014 by Kiki E. Leave a Comment

1. Rag & Bone Floppy Brim Fedora - Black $175 2. Rag & Bone Floppy Brim Fedora - Pecan $175 3. Rag & Bone Wide Brim Fedora - Navy $175 4. Pour La Victoire Elie Mini Cross Body Bag $95 5. Corjana Houston Cross Body Bag $165 6. Diane von Furstenberg Highline Micro Mini Cross Body Bag $195 7. Miu Miu Button Down Blouse $835 8. L.G.B. Ruched Fringed Blouse $1264 9. Sonia by Sonia ... Read the Post

A casual look inspired by lazy California afternoons.