With our summer sun...well...dwindling, I'm feeling inspired to mimic the summer sun in my kitchen! I love, love, love these blue frosted shark-fin and graham cracker crust & beach umbrella cupcakes. Maybe if I plan a beachy party, the sunny weather will follow...
I went to happy hour with my friend Anna last night, and was excited to learn she just adopted a baby puggle. If you haven't heard of this dog combo yet - it's a pug & beagle mix. So adorable! Her little furry friend, newly named "Maverick" - is ready to be picked up this Friday. Now I really, really, really want a dog...
I trusted several of my friends and decided to indulge in the rave reviewed book, "The History of Love," by Nicole Krauss. While I recognize that friend suggestions are often hit or miss, I can't put this book down! I'm a goodreads member, and always up for a stellar book recommendation, and have to say I haven't been disappointed with this read thus far.
Loving the hodgepodge of single stems in like colored, but distinctively unique vases. A look worth recreating if I had some more shelf space in my studio!
It's amazing to me how wearing glasses just makes you feel smarter! I was fortunate to be born with 20/10 vision, and have never had to wear contacts or glasses...But in college, my friend Erin (also of stellar vision) & I thought it would be fun to sport some stylish specs in our large psychology lecture, giving us what we thought to be an air of poise and intelligence.
This weekend I tried a very unusual ice cream flavor - Jack Daniels. Yes indeed, you heard me right. I believe the name was a bit more sophisticated than simply the name of the alcohol - more to the like of "Jack Daniels Chocolate Chunk" or something equally catchy. The flavor was surprisingly delicious, a little whiskey tang with a boost of sweet, velvety chocolate...not bad! Sure beats Guinness ice cream! Here's a recipe in case you're feeling adventurous and up to recreating this sweet treat at home.
Loving the sassy summer Sartorialist looks. Note to self - to sass up an outfit, add a funky cowboy hat, some strappy heels, and you're good to go!
This weekend flew by! The amazing whirlwind of tears, laughter, dancing, and smiles that was Sarah & Nathan's wedding has unfortunately come to an end, but what a lovely event it was! Sarah and I have been best friends since the 7th grade, and it was truly an honor to stand beside her as she and Nathan exchanged vows to become husband and wife. From the night-before-the-wedding sleepover at the hotel, to getting ready for the ceremony, to the lavish, unbelievably fun reception, it was the perfect affair! Words cannot capture the wonderful time we had!
Sorry I have been a blog slacker my lovelies...this week has been chaotic - as one of my oldest and dearest friends Sarah is getting married tomorrow!! I've been a busy little bee, with working with my summer job, tutoring, trying to have a social life, and being a dutiful bridesmaid, helping out with last minute errands for the big day. Hoping to redeem myself next week (if you'll have me)...
Meet the bridesmaid's survival kit, perfect for the back-to-back bridesmaid like myself. Not only is the packaging flirty, feminine, and aesthetically pleasing, but this handy dandy kit includes a plethora of lest-I-forget wedding day staples. Contents include:
This seemingly obvious statement takes me back to the wise words of Thumper the rabbit in the Disney movie Bambi, "If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all." Truer words were never uttered - at least in elementary school.
Wishing I had travel plans to look forward to this summer...or this fall...or this winter...
Christmas come early! The Hills Season 4 trailer is out! Get excited - LC and the girls are in for a new crew of cute boys, private jets to Vegas, and of course, backstabbing...oh, drama, drama, drama!
Check out this runway ready hat. Kind of reminds me of an swirly vanilla ice cream cone. Kind of like a Jackie O-turtleneck-poncho-camouflage-wrap, all in one.
Okay, probably my most vain post yet...but I am very excited about my latest solo picture. This past weekend I attended the Air Show at McChord Air Force base, and got my picture taken on this sweet motorcycle.
TOTALLY CHEESY, tacky, and silly...LOVED it! My friend Bri & I were in hysterics half the movie because the characters literally just burst into song at the most random moments. Not only that, goofy back-up pips literally pop out of nooks and crannies to harmonize. It is great! Added bonus - Pierce Brosnan's voice is absolutely terrible, but immensely entertaining. Mad props to former Mean Girl Amanda Seyfried - she did awesome, as did Meryl. All in all - a supremely entertaining chick flick - guys might want to sit this one out...
These Popsicles are the embodiment of a quintessential summer day! With mini chocolate chips substituted for watermelon seeds, these pops are sure to be a hit with friends - certainly a sweet summer treat.
Have to admit, I was surprised at the Batman director's decision to select Maggie Gyllenhaal to reprise Katie Holmes' role of "Rachel" in the Batman series. While I'm definitely a fan of the offbeat, indie film star, I certainly did not expect this blockbuster breakout. With all the press surrounding this long awaited final performance of Heath Ledger, the older Gyllenhaal is basking in the spotlight this month. In the August issue of Marie Claire, Maggie dishes about life, motherhood, and life after Ledger.
Never thought I'd pair egg whites + cocktails, but I guess there's a first for everything. My friend Nayely who is half Mexican-half Peruvian, turned me onto the staple Peruvian drink - pisco sour. Don't be deterred by the whipped egg white foam top, this citrusy libation is crisp, tart, and surprisingly refreshing on a hot summer day. Try your own!
I'm loving the latest gallery pages from the Scarlet Lime summer kits. I am obsessed with taking pictures, and while I consider myself to be a scrapbook enthusiast - morphing my snapshots into scrapbook album pages is typically a whole day event - requiring time boxed out on my calendar.
Guess what comes out in theaters tomorrow!! Seriously...SO EXCITED! I have had ABBA ringing in my head for days!
Sadly, I've realized that my wishing Seattle had a subway system is a lost cause. After our monorail fiasco, a subway in the Emerald City will likely materialize when pigs fly. I love the convenience of this mode of transport - when visiting friends in NYC it made for an effortless connection between destination A & B...and no designated drivers necessary.
Front and center - yet again, my fave GG's, Leighton Meester and Blake Lively hamming it up on the latest edition of Nylon. The XOXO girls gush about their faux rivalry, eccentric fashion, and spout oh-so-intellectual quotes about their endeavors.
WHAT NOT TO DO...This is about what I looked like (I imagine)
Try at your own risk!
Guess who decided to show up this weekend? Newest additions to the ever-burgeoning Jolie-Pitt clan - twins Knox Leon & Vivienne Marcheline. Think Angelina Jolie has a thing for the "X" factor? MaddoX, PaX, and KnoX? Interesting...
Chocolate + Sea Salt? What? That was my initial reaction to hearing this pairing. The verdict: yum! I had the delicious privilege of receiving a Frans Chocolates gift box of dark and milk chocolate Gray Salt Caramels. Yes, I know... sounds completely bizarre and weird, but definitely worth a try!
