Sweet Nothings

Happy Weekend!!

2012-01-27T06:11:00.000-08:00

Happy weekend loves! I have another busy one with my sister in laws birthday tonight, my parents anniversary, a date on Saturday, and my oldest friend's baby shower on Sunday! Not to mention a workout or two, laundry, and lots of puppy snuggles!

Breakfast at Toast

2012-01-26T06:11:00.000-08:00

I'ce received many sweet comments and emails about my new layout...I wish I could take credit for it but it is all Miss Danielle Moss of Breakfast at Toast and The Everygirl.

Not to mention she was a doll to work with, had it done so fast, and is from the valley at one point(woooo!), her amazing Chicago apartment was featured last week in RUE magazine!

Check out her blog and her templates if you are in the market!

Finally Found my Bar Cart!

2012-01-25T06:53:00.001-08:00

I picked up my 75.00 Craigslist find yesterday(pictures to come next week!) and I am so glad I was patient and waited for something I love and a price that didn't kill me. I cannot wait to style it similar to the carts above with pretty glasses and essentials and have friends over for a cocktail!

First purchase on the list, this adorable ice bucket-on sale!

Neon Nights

2012-01-24T07:29:00.001-08:00

I recently picked up this fabulous neon skirt from BCBG for 70.00 as seen on Krystal. Now I just need to figure out how to style it.....I'm thinking a plain,white oxford shirt. Thoughts and suggestions??

So this weekend was awesome

2012-01-23T04:39:00.001-08:00

So, by now I'm sure you all have seen highlights and know we have a little super bowl repeat on our hands. Much respect to the ninere, their fans, and the undercover cops. Oh did i mention these may have been the best seats ever?!?! Such an amazing experience, though I don't know if I have the stomach to go to a playoff game ever again!

Now it's 430 and were in a cab to the airport so I can make it to work

Happy -NFC CHAMPIONSHIP-Weekend

2012-01-20T06:11:00.000-08:00

Well folks, here we go. Sunday at 3:30 pm it is on. Winner goes to Indy..loser goes home. After a season of tears, injuries, screaming, dissapointment, salsa dancing, hail marys, and one ELI-te quarterback, we're all in-and I'll be there!!!!

Lets Go G-Men!! ALL IN!

Some New Apartment Purchases

2012-01-19T06:11:00.000-08:00

It amazes me how much stuff I need to buy for my new place. I downsized, but am still purchasing so much!

Here are some fun new items I have scooped up for the new place from:

The Container Store

Lacquer boxes in bright colors for knick knacks

Rugby striped storage baskets for Georgie's toys

Target:

A new shower curtain and towels for my now one bathroom for me and guests

A fun Chevron lampshade

And ETSY:

A glitter banner for the kitchen

Tassel Garland for above my bedroom

and fun new artwork for my Gallery Wall that I still do not know where it will go

Look for Less: J. Crew Ballet Flats

2012-01-18T06:11:00.000-08:00

This look for less is thank to Lindsay of The Pursuit of Style( who I am sooooo glad is back to blogging!)

These fabulous J. Crew Classic leather ballet flats are 125.00

Topshop Ballet Pumps..32.00

There are obviously differences-ie leather vs not, but when you're buying hot pink flats, I think 32.00 is just in my price range

A Little Wisdom from Frank Sinatra

2012-01-17T06:11:00.000-08:00

I may sound old-fashioned, but I want to think all women should be treated like I want my wife, daughters, and granddaughters to be treated. I notice today that good manners—like standing up when a woman enters the room, helping a woman with her coat, letting her enter an elevator first, taking her arm to cross the street—are sometimes considered unnecessary or a throwback. These are habits I could never break, nor would I want to. I realize today a lot more women are taking care of themselves than in the past, but no woman is offended by politeness.

Men of Los Angeles....take note

Red Carpet Roundup: The Golden Globes

2012-01-16T06:11:00.000-08:00

With the exception of Emma Stone, all of my favorites of the evening were very light or nude colored dresses!

The best dressed of the evening were:

Kate Beckinsale in Roberto Cavalli

Jessica Alba in Gucci

Katherine McPhee in Donna Karen

Heidi Klum in Calvin Klein Collection

Emma Stone in Lanvin
Nicole Kidman in Versace

Nicole Richie in Julien Macdonald

Shailene Woodley in Marchesa

Friday the 13th Weekend

2012-01-13T06:11:00.000-08:00

Hello loves! What is on your agenda for this long weekend(for some, not me!)...we are getting rid of all the clutter and having a massive yard sale for all of the things that did not make the move! So any of you in the LA/Ventura area and feel like stopping by, send me an email :)

Crock Pot Cooking

2012-01-12T09:54:00.000-08:00

So, do I need a crockpot. Everyone keeps on swearing it is the best thing to happen to cooking, and my mom has one that she's never used. What do you ladies think? I have some receipes pinned from pinterest, but wondering if I will really use it or just have it use up storage

These Earings are Bananas

2012-01-11T06:11:00.000-08:00

I'm loving these Luxe Rachel Zoe for QVC tassel earrings. They come in gold, silver, and rosegold and are under 30.00 with shipping. Instant glam to any outfit!

Color Bug

2012-01-10T06:11:00.000-08:00

I saw this on twitter, it is a product called color bug, and gives you the fabulous dip dye tips in fun color such as pink, purple, and peach. I sent an email to Kelly who sells it in her salon, and the pink arrived and I am excited to try it out! If you want it I really recommend going through her, because it is super difficult to find online.

I think it will be fun for a casual night out but add some glam. I really wanted peach a la Lauren Conrad, but don't think it will show on brown hair

Is this something you would try..or am I crazy?

Sous Style

2012-01-09T06:11:00.000-08:00

Over the weekend I discovered the fabulous blog Sous Style, by Pippa Lord an editor a Elle.; a food and entertaining blog that is one part the Coveteur, One part into the gloss, and one part awesome photography. It looks into the kitchen and homes of fabulous fashionistas, and almost doesn't make me feel bad they eat fried egg sandwhiches.

Their Manifesto is :

We want to make our houses into home; but we're not necessarily married with two kids and a mortgage.
Our "houses" may just be apartments or rooms we rent, but they are spaces we call our own.
We plan a dinner with the same attention to style and detail we put into our daily outfits.
We consider ourselves fashionable, yet our diets aren't based on coffee and cigarettes.
Our homes aren't necessarily flawless, matching, precious, or proper.
We make mistakes, spill things, add too much salt, and sometimes eat on the run.
We love men who cook and women who eat-and vice versa!
We're a perpetual work in progress
We don't know all the answers but we are curious to find out
We believe in the imperfect perfect

Ready to plan a little dinner soirre now!

Happy Weekend!!

2012-01-06T06:11:00.000-08:00

Happy Weekend loves! Mine will be spent unpacking, wandering around the new hood, and trying out my new gym!

What is on your agenda??

The Most Amazing Dress Ever

2012-01-05T06:11:00.000-08:00

If I could only buy one item in 2012, it would be this Parker dress. Can you say perfect for summertime dinner and drinks, or dancing in Vegas, or....

The opportunities are endless

Shopbop also carries this two-in-one version, which I would also die over, and seems maybe a bit more practical?

Decisions, decisions

(or..maybe just pray that RTR gets it on their website)

Wine Etiquette

2012-01-04T06:11:00.000-08:00

Twist the bottle at the end of pouring a glass of wine, to prevent drips (and to give it a flourish!).

I love these animated etiquette tips posted on A Cup of Jo. Read them all here....I'm sure at least one will remain in your mind the next time you have a wine and cheese party

When clinking glasses, make eye contact with the other person. Otherwise, according to French superstition, you'll risk seven years of bad luck (read: bad sex). You also should clink glasses individually with each person at the table without crossing anyone's arms.

Or happily forget all the tips above, and just eat, drink and be merry!

30 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself

2012-01-03T06:11:00.000-08:00

The fabulous(and newly engaged!!!) Kelly posted this last week, and I thought it was a great way to start the year. Resolutions are often what to do--here are a few of my favorites to STOP doing in 2012. Read the entire post here

Stop being scared to make a mistake. – Doing something and getting it wrong is at least ten times more productive than doing nothing. Every success has a trail of failures behind it, and every failure is leading towards success. You end up regretting the things you did NOT do far more than the things you did

Stop exclusively looking to others for happiness. – If you’re not happy with who you are on the inside, you won’t be happy in a long-term relationship with anyone else either. You have to create stability in your own life first before you can share it with someone else

Stop worrying so much. – Worry will not strip tomorrow of its burdens, it will strip today of its joy. One way to check if something is worth mulling over is to ask yourself this question: “Will this matter in one year’s time? Three years? Five years?” If not, then it’s not worth worrying about

Stop being ungrateful. – No matter how good or bad you have it, wake up each day thankful for your life. Someone somewhere else is desperately fighting for theirs. Instead of thinking about what you’re missing, try thinking about what you have that everyone else is missing.

2012....

2012-01-02T06:11:00.000-08:00

Why hello there dolls! I hope you had an amazing Christmas and New Years!
I honestly cannot believe it is 2012, that I am 27 years old, and am(well, will be by the end of the week) living in a new apartment with an amazing yet hard job that challenges. 2011 sucked overall for me, so I am so optimistic and hopeful for the year to come.

Some goals I have for the upcoming year:

-BE HEALTHIER
-BE MORE OUTGOING
-DATE MORE
-LET GO OF THE PAST
-READ MORE BOOKS. WATCH LESS TV.
-GO BACK TO CHURCH-REALISTICALLY AIM TO GET THERE ONE SUNDAY A MONTH
-WRITE HANDWRITTEN NOTES.
-CALL MY GRANDPARENTS MORE
-LEARN HOW TO DO MY OWN MAKEUP/HAIR(GOD WON'T THAT SAVE ME MONEY AT DRYBAR)
-MASTER A SIGNATURE DISH AND COCKTAIL
-ALONG WITH DATING-ESTABLISH A SIGNATURE, GO TO DATE OUTFIT
-ACTUALLY WEAR THE CLOTHES IN MY CLOSET. REMIND MYSELF I DON'T NEED A NEW OUTFIT FOR EVERYTHING
-MORE BLOGGER BRUNCHES/LUNCHES/DATES
-DECORATE AND SHARE MY NEW PLACE
-JOIN A CLUB/GROUP

So let me hear some of your goals for yourself for 2012...

Christmas Vacation

2011-12-19T06:11:00.000-08:00

Hello ladies! I am going to take a little break from the bloggy here for the rest of the year. Don't worry, I'll be back in full swing on January 2nd. I just need a little time to celebrate the holidays, pack up my apartment, and just breathe and figure out how I can still make this the creative outlet I love with my new work schedule.

I will still be around on twitter so you can hear me chatting it up there(if you don't follow, send me a request..I had to go private because of the spam)

I wish you all a fabulous holiday and super fun and festive New Years. I can't wait to share with you all the exciting things I have going for 2012.

Happy(Birthday)Weekend!

2011-12-16T06:11:00.000-08:00

Happy weekend lovies! What are your plans for this final full shopping weekend? It is my 27th birthday tomorrow, and I have a low key dinner planned at Geisha House with one of my oldest friends. I could not be happier to leave 26 behind. 26 was one of the hardest years I have ever had with more tears than I ever thought possible. A lot wasn't shared here on the blog because I just didnt want to be a downer all the time. 26 was the epitome of quarter life crisis.

But 27 has lots of hope and promise already. I get the keys to my new apartment in West Hollywood tomorrow. I have a new job that I love even though I work 12 hour days. I have a new outlook on life and some new plans for next year to make the most of my new home over the hill. So, goodbye 26..I couldn't be happier to see you go..bring on 27!

Christmas Eve treats

2011-12-15T06:11:00.000-08:00

It is our year to host Christmas Eve, and me and my mom went through my pinterest boards for some new ideas to add to the mix for next weekend:

Santa Hat brownies

A signature cocktail (the hypnotic scares me, I'm not gonna lie)

A snowman of cheese

Crab stuffed Cucumber bites for apps

These boots were made for Walking-Sponsored Post

2011-12-14T06:11:00.000-08:00

Country Outfitter, a retailer of ariat boots sent me these red heritage ariat boots to review. I was so excited to receive them because I am attending the Stagecoach country music festival in Indio next April, and three days of cowboy boots is a necessity. I also have wanted a pair of red boots since I saw them on How I Met Your Mother.

The boots are super comfortable, and look great with jean shorts and skinny jeans. The detail is intricate, and I already know I will get lots of compliments on them. They are that perfect amount of worn in, yet ready to wear to make my own marks with them. Below is how I plan to style them:

Stagecoach f/ ariat boots by sweetnothings04 featuring fitted shirts

Old Navy fitted shirt
$27 - oldnavy.gap.com

AG Adriano Goldschmied summer shorts
$92 - stylebop.com

Bottega veneta handbag
$1,250 - bergdorfgoodman.com

Karen Walker tortoise shell sunglasses
$180 - stevenalan.com

Ariat Women's Heritage Western R Toe Boot - Red Deertan
$140 - countryoutfitter.com

*The opions of this post are all my own.

Best Dressed of 2011

2011-12-13T06:11:00.000-08:00

My Best Dressed list of 2011:

Diane Kruger in Jason Wu

Emma Watson in Elie Saab Couture

Anna Paquin in Issa

Emma Stone in Calvin Klein

Selena Gomez in Giorgio Armani

Alexis Bledel in Oscar De La Renta

Gwyneth Patrow in Prada

Zoe Saldana in Elie Saab Couture

Blake Lively in Zuhair Murad Couture

Alessandra Ambosio in Prabal Gurung

Rachel Mcadams in Marchesa

Who were your best dressed of 2011?

Birthday Goodies

2011-12-12T06:11:00.000-08:00

This lucky lady got a few fabulous items this weekend as birthday gifts:

Like these Tory Burch riding boots

An amazing leopard dress I will probably wear on my actual birthday on Saturday

and a sparkly bracelet from J.Crew that makes me smile

My Favorite Find!

2011-12-09T06:11:00.001-08:00

Hello loves! Today is the last installment of "My Favorite Find" series, and I am going to end it on the 3 year anniversary of this little ol blog! Thank you to all the fabulous ladies who have shared their finds here, and to all you readers for actually coming by and reading this blog for the past three years. How quick they go!

I stumbled upon my find in a vintage shop in Berkeley before my 21st birthday. I was going back to NY for Christmas(this was while my family was living there) and was about to head off to Boston for the big 21.

We were just browsing a random shop when I spotted this. Vintage 1970s Halston. 41.00

I didn't even try it on...knew I needed it. Handed my friends 50.00 and ran out of the store, knowing that the owner must've forgot a zero and I was never going to go home with her.

an amazing mauve mini dress with tie sash that looks so fun on! I've only worn it twice..for my 21st birthday and one other time in Las Vegas, but I just adore looking at it in my closet, knowing maybe if I do 50,000 more squats I can rock it again!

Birthday Dress

2011-12-08T06:11:00.000-08:00

I fell in love with this Sachin + Babi dress after seeing it on Brunch at Saks in October.
I decided to rent it from rent the runway for my family birthday dinner this weekend at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica

A Little Wisdom from Love Actually

2011-12-07T06:11:00.000-08:00

What is your Favorite Christmas Carol?

2011-12-06T06:11:00.000-08:00

What is your favorite Christmas song? I have a few..in my family we have a tradition of playing the same two songs on Christmas morning ..Do they know its Christmas folowed by Gloria Estefan Christmas in Your Eyes. After that, we have a fun mix of the classics, country, and of course my pop favorites.

But I will say, the song that always gets me is Otis Redding White Christmas.

I love his soulful voice and it gives me chills every time.

Totally Adorable Gift

2011-12-05T06:11:00.000-08:00

How cute are these crochet ear headphones by Red Velvet?! Totally impractical, but oh so cute...

Happy Friday!

2011-12-02T06:11:00.000-08:00

Happy weekend loves! Hope you all had a lovely week..first week on the job and it has been a whirlwind, 10+ hour days and I love it. Minus the commute..so maybe ill find an apartment this weekend in between catching up on sleep, your blogs, Christmas shopping, puppy snuggles, the dvr, and did I mention sleep?

Excuse Moi

2011-12-01T06:11:00.000-08:00

I'm a huge Muppet Fan. I saw the movie last week, cried, came home and watched my Muppet DVDs. If they actually did tours of the Jim Henson Studio on La Brea I'd go all the time. If me and Jason Segal ever dated, there would be too much Muppet love to ever make it work.

Anyways, for those of you not super creeped out by my love of Muppets, I suggest checking out the OPI collection. I just ordered Exuse Moi to wear on my nails this holiday season(among a few other colors)

ps...Swatch and Learn is the best blog ever to see through nail polish reviews

Blogger Crush: Julia of Gal Meets Glam

2011-11-30T06:11:00.000-08:00

I am completely smitten with the style of Julia from Gal meets Glam. This college senior at University of the Pacific is always perfectly put together and has completely gorgeous hair. When I was a college senior if I made it to class, I was either in half of my outfit from the night before or in some form of juicy sweatpants. And always hungover. I miss college.

Anyways, here are a few of her adorable outfits and check out her entire blog here

Obsessed with: Ann Taylor Lina Wedges

2011-11-29T06:11:00.000-08:00

I am having a little shoppers regret not scooping up these Lina Wedges from Ann Taylor on Saturday at 40% off..I justified that I need to wait for the 238.00 electric blue calf hair wedges to be a little cheaper since a-I'll probably wear them only a few times, b-they would make me about 6'4 and c-I will probably break my ankle if I am even slightly tipsy in them

But boy are they STUNNING. Way to step up your game Ann!

The Best 4.00 You'll Ever Spend

2011-11-28T06:11:00.000-08:00

I'm always impulse buying when I hit up Trader Joes, so this weekend I picked up a Cinnamon broome to place in my living room for some fresh smell. I want to go back and get one for every room! The smell just goes throughout the entire house and I can easily hide it in the corner

Happy turkey day!

2011-11-24T07:49:00.001-08:00

Happy thanksgiving loves! Hope you all have a special day surrounded by family and friends! I am thankful for so many things, including: Georgie, my family, my new opportunities ahead, all of you blog friends! And I am extremely thankful to the men and women fighting for our freedom, who cannot be with their loved ones today.

Apple Cider Margaritas

2011-11-23T06:11:00.000-08:00

If we were spending Thanksgiving at my parents house tomorrow, I would be whipping up these Apple Cider Margaritas from How Sweet it Is

pple Cider Margartias

serves 1, is easily multiples

1 ounce Grand Marnier

1 ounce gold tequila

5-6 ounces sweet apple cider

orange segments and apple slices

cinnamon + cane sugar + coarse sugar for glass rimming

cinnamon sticks for garnish

Add a few spoonfuls of cane sugar, coarse sugar and cinnamon to a plate. Run an orange segment around the edge of the glass, then press into the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat the rim. Add a few orange slices in the bottom of the glass, fill with ice, then add the Grand Marnier, tequila and apple cider and stir to mix. Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks. Enjoy!

Holiday Dressing

2011-11-22T06:11:00.000-08:00

I know I should be thinking about what I want to wear on Thanksgiving(but lets be serious..it will most likely be a baggy tunic sweater and leggings) but I am just smitten with this DVF Savannah dress for Christmas Eve. Perfect for Christmas Eve Mass and then dinner, I hope hope hope I will find it on sale in the next month!

Under the weather

2011-11-20T21:38:00.001-08:00

Of course I'd get sick the week I have off! I guess it is better than my first week of work! Going to lay low today and read all of your blogs....I also started the apt hunt this weekend..la ladies have any of you used west side rentals?? Worth the cost??

November my Favorite Find: Natalie of Mint Love Social Club

2011-11-18T06:11:00.000-08:00

Happy Friday loves! Our last guest feature for My Favorite Find is Natalie of Mint Love Social Club

Natalie and her fiance live in an amazing loft in downtown and throw dinner parties, post fabulous recipies, and have an adorable Boston Terrier! All photos in this post were taken by her as well. I just love her find and know you ladies will too!my

"Hi Sweet Nothing readers! I'm Natalie from Mint Love Social Club and I am really happy to share with you my November favorite find! I can't take full credit for this find as it was a gift from one of my girlfriends for my 26th birthday this year. My favorite find a an absolutely beautiful book by Fleur Wood, an Australian fashion designer, called "Food Fashion Friends." The book truly encompasses everything I love in life and every single page is filled with inspiring imagery that you can just get lost in.

Food Fashion Friends outlines the concept, styling, menu and execution behind a bunch of different parties the author posted over a year or so. I absolutely love to spend time getting lost on pinterest, pinning amazing pictures of over the top dinner parties and weddings, but many times you see these photos and you have to stare at them for a little bit until you figure out exactly how that party was executed. Which is why I immediately fell in love with this book, you see these gorgeous party images and then Fleur Wood outlines every last detail including a music playlist and the entire menu with recipes!

I felt like this would be the perfect favorite find to share with all of you since Christmas is fast approaching and I know that absolutely no one waits til the last minute to buy their gifts. Right? This book would be the perfect gift for a lot of people on your gift shopping list; your foodie friends, your fashionable friends, friends that love to entertain or even just your friends that love insanely gorgeous imagery.

Thanks Danielle for having me!

Healthier Choices

2011-11-17T06:11:00.000-08:00

So I've put on a few pounds recently..I haven't been making the healthiest choices and in my horrible old work funk I was just totally unmotivated. I need some new recipes with healthier food options! I think I have just maxed out on lean cuisine options and turkey sandos.

So, what are your favorite go to recipes and low cal snacks? Any blogs, workouts, what you do to stay motivated. I need to get in front of this before it is New Years Day and I am crying because my sequins from the night before wouldn't fit...

Some Wear to Work Inspiration

2011-11-16T06:11:00.000-08:00

Start up companies tend to have way more relaxed corporate cultures..and the same wardrobe I wear now probably won't work.

Here are a few ideas I have had saved to my Pinterest boards:

Big News!

2011-11-15T06:11:00.000-08:00

I am so excited to report that-as of signing my offer letter yesterday-I will be starting a new position at One King's Lane in their Los Angeles office in Beverly Hills! I am so thrilled to be joining an amazing company. It also means I will be eventually packing up the condo and moving to the westside at some point in early 2012. I feel like big things are finally coming my way and I can't wait to share the journey with all of you

A quick note

2011-11-14T07:03:00.001-08:00

Just a quick hello to say I had a fabulous weekend despite a giants loss. I don't think it will be the last time. These two teams will meet! I'm actually on my way home today...it took us so long to get out of candlestick I just switched my flight!

What did you ladies do over the weekend?

what was unfortunately not photographed....brunch with Holly...blogger fail but so so fun!

Remembering Our Veterans

2011-11-11T06:11:00.000-08:00

This nation will remain the land of the free only as long as it is the home of the brave~Elmer Davis

Today and every day, Thank you. Thank You. Thank You.

Are You Ready for Some Football

2011-11-10T06:11:00.000-08:00

I'm off to San Francisco today for quality girl time, lots of cocktails, and most importantly, watching Eli Manning and the rest of my NY Giants take on the 7-1(whaaatttttttttt) SF 49ers. Last time they two met, we won(and I was there as well!)

Heres to a fun weekend of tailgating, shopping, and hopefully no rain on gameday

Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?

2011-11-09T06:11:00.000-08:00

I cannot wait to scoop up Mindy's book at some point this week. I think she is hilarious and some of my favorite episodes of the Office are the ones she has written. Has anyone picked it up yet?

I just LOVE the description:

Mindy Kaling has lived many lives: the obedient child of immigrant professionals, a timid chubster afraid of her own bike, a Ben Affleck–impersonating Off-Broadway performer and playwright, and, finally, a comedy writer and actress prone to starting fights with her friends and coworkers with the sentence “Can I just say one last thing about this, and then I swear I’ll shut up about it?”

Perhaps you want to know what Mindy thinks makes a great best friend (someone who will fill your prescription in the middle of the night), or what makes a great guy (one who is aware of all elderly people in any room at any time and acts accordingly), or what is the perfect amount of fame (so famous you can never get convicted of murder in a court of law), or how to maintain a trim figure (you will not find that information in these pages). If so, you’ve come to the right book, mostly!

In Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?, Mindy invites readers on a tour of her life and her unscientific observations on romance, friendship, and Hollywood, with several conveniently placed stopping points for you to run errands and make phone calls. Mindy Kaling really is just a Girl Next Door—not so much literally anywhere in the continental United States, but definitely if you live in India or Sri Lanka.

Look for Less: J. Crew Hacking Blazer

2011-11-08T06:11:00.000-08:00

I found part of this look for less on Linley's blog and made it a three part look for less

J. Crew Hacking Blazer 298.00

J. Crew Factory Professor Blazer 178.00

Old Navy Fleece Blazer 35.00

Look of the Week: Amy Adams

2011-11-07T06:11:00.000-08:00

We'll start the week off right with a picture of a stunning Amy Adams wearing Gucci at the LACMA gala over the weekend..love the pale pink and sparkles in November

Happy Friday

2011-11-04T06:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday loves. I cannot believe it is the first friday of November. Where on earth did this year go?

Ideas for the home from pinterest

2011-11-03T06:11:00.000-07:00

So after much hesitation I joined Pinterest, mostly because Sara told me it wasn't blocked at work. I have become obsessed. I also need to start following more of the workouts I pin rather than the fatty desserts and cocktails.

Here are some great home inspiration things I have pinned to my boards:

Fun nail polish organization

removable wallpaper

a mini dressing nook

fabulous acrylic shelves

an amazing campaign DIY

gold urchins on dark walls

and some fabulous striped storage containers that would be perfect for Georgie's toys

A litle wisdom from Friday Night Lights

2011-11-02T06:11:00.000-07:00

Every man at some point in his life is going to lose a battle. He is going to fight and he is going to lose. But what makes him a man is that in the midst of that battle he does not lose himself~ Coach Taylor

Brittany Fuson Illustrations

2011-11-01T06:11:00.000-07:00

I recently came across Brittany Fuson's amazing illustrations and need a few for my gallery wall

Kate Middleton

Blair of Atlantic Pacific

Jenna Lyons

Olivia

she also has a planner that I am pretty positive will keep my organized in 2012

She has prints, custom designs, note cards and stickers as well!

Halloween Wishes from...

2011-10-31T06:11:00.000-07:00

Harry Paw-ter!!

Happy (Halloween) Weekend!

2011-10-28T06:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Weekend kittens ! Do you all have fun plans and costumes? I actually don't really have anything on the agenda-which is probably good since I'm not really a pro at throwing together a last min. costume and I'm still not feeling great. Besides a hair cut tomorrow, I will be relaxing and watching football!

Look for Less: Confetti System Garland

2011-10-27T06:11:00.000-07:00

By now I am sure everyone has seen around blog land the Confetti System Tassel Garlands, such as the one Emily of Cupcakes and Cashmere has in her office

but for 130 a pop, not happening now or ever

Then I discovered ETSY shop Pomflair while scouting some poofs for a baby shower

30 dollars gets you a nearly identical version, at 100 less. I am sure many of you are savvy DIYers who could whip this up in no time(see a tutorial here ), but not me, so this is probably going to be the way to go!

Recent Budget Buys for Fall

2011-10-26T06:11:00.000-07:00

Since fall is slowly starting to creep into so cal, I did a little budget shopping last week and am happy with my purchases!

Here are a few items I picked up:

Asos

Leather Jeggings

Shirt Dress

Red Cropped Pants

From Forever 21:

Striped Sweater

Pleated Skirt

From Old Navy:

Striped Pencil Skirt 32.94

Old Navy Cropped Trousers 32.99 (but they were 15.00 last week)

From Charlotte Russe:

Charlotte Russe leopard loafers

any great budget buys I need to know about?!?

What I Want: Valli for Macys

2011-10-25T06:11:00.000-07:00

I am so excited for the Giambattista Valli for Macys Impulse collection to launch tomorrow. The price point is fabulous and these dresses are perfect for the holiday season

A few items I cannot wait to own:

$139.00

$109

$100

$98

See the full lookbook here...any pieces you are dying over?

Of Course it Happens to Me

2011-10-24T06:11:00.000-07:00

No post today lovies...saturday night I had an allergic reaction that I probably should've gone to the hospital for. On a first date. I had to sleep at his place bc I couldn't breathe or talk, let alone drive home. And then I woke up looking like this(this actually would've been an upgrade)

I'm still swollen and my lips are enormous, and not in the sexy angelina jolie way.
And the date was amazing before that. Likelihood I am going to see him again is probably pretty slim....

October My Favorite Find:Chelsea from Choose to be Happy

2011-10-21T06:11:00.001-07:00

Happy Friday loves! Today we have our next installment of My Favorite Find, and this may be one of the coolest ones yet...enjoy!!

Hi there!

from Choose to be Happy

I am really quite excited to virtually be here today on Danielle’s bloggie!

I think guest posting is the best and I really just love this little monthly series of hers where bloggers share their “Favorite Find."

It’s pretty much genius, I mean with so many unique and amazing gems floating around in internet land, it’s impossible to discover them all on your own!

I am a very big believer in celebrations.

Birthdays, anniversaries, half birthdays… really any occasion. So because of this I wanted to introduce yall to one of my favorite internet finds as of lately: Leafcutter Designs!

The world’s smallest postal service!

Basically in the website words:

“Write a letter and have it turned into a "world's smallest letter." The letter is transcribed on a miniature desk in the tiniest of script, sealed with a miniscule wax seal with the sender's initial pressed into it, packaged up with a magnifying glass in a glassine envelope, and finished off with a large wax seal.”

... um yes i know. it’s amazing.

As soon as I stumbled upon this website it was love at first sight.

Within the first 15 minutes I was already working on having one of the little letters sent to my friend in California. I have continued to use this site for so many occasions and sometimes, for no occasion at all. Sometimes it’s just nice to pop in and say hello, via snail mail. Very, very small snail mail that is!

Not only do i get a kick out of such a fun site, but my friends and family have absolutely loved their little surprises. It’s the cutest.

Hope yall love it just as much as me!

thanks Danielle for having me :)

Blushington Makeup Salon

2011-10-20T06:11:00.000-07:00

I had a date last week so I decided to try out the new Blushington makeup salon on Sunset. Very similar to their neighbor drybar, it is a makeup only salon that allows a full face application(35) or eyes only (25) and you are guaranteed to be in and out in 30 min. The girls who worked there were so nice, and there is no pressure to buy any products. They were very informative and were giving me tips on how to recreate the look

I did the Lucky Stars(not red lips) and added extra lashes for 15.00 and no joke, the first thing my date noticed were my eyes. (that date went well.as did number two. then typical LA guy came out and I was disgusted)
However, I would totally recommend and cannot wait to go back!(and stop into drybar before!)

They also offer classes I plan to hit up next year after the holidays so I can learn how to master the looks myself!

BHLDN Column Gown

2011-10-19T06:11:00.000-07:00

I adore this column gown with a light pink detailing at the bottom. I think it would be adorable if you had pink bridesmaid dresses( or gray) I think BHLDN is a little pricey for gowns, but the shape of this is a classic

Cameo Public Relations Offices

2011-10-18T06:11:00.000-07:00

In this weeks installment of "adorable offices I wish I worked in" was featured in Adore Magazine's New York Issue. The adorable offices of Cameo Public Relations has fantastic striped curtains, velvet couches, and ornate mirrors.

Boston Buddies Charity Wine

2011-10-17T06:11:00.000-07:00

I adopted my beloved Georgie from a fabulous Rescue organization called Boston Buddies. I am still on their mailing list, and received an email about their new fundraiser, Blends for Buddies.

I plan to order the sample pack to show my support for an organization that really changed my life by allowing Mr. Georgie into it!

Happy Friday

2011-10-14T06:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday lovies! Hope you all have a delightful weekend..it is our annual church festival this weekend so I am excited for silent auctions, bingo, and margaritas!

I Want You to be on Me....

2011-10-13T06:11:00.000-07:00

BB Dakota Melton Coat...120 clams.

Ruby Press Offices

2011-10-12T06:11:00.001-07:00

I think The Glitter Guide is trying to tell me I need a new job in an amazing creative space that empowers. This week they featured the Berkeley offices of Ruby Press, and I just adore

I wish I knew about this company when I was a student just a tunnel ride away

Look for Less: J. Crew Bubble Necklace

2011-10-11T06:11:00.001-07:00

Everyone adores the J. Crew bubble necklace,(it was a favorite find here in June) and it will cost you 150.00

Enter H&M, with an almost identical version for 14.95. I scooped mine up on Thursday while searching the store for some other must have pieces I have seen on bloggers that my store never seems to carry

picture from Ella Pretty blog

Viva Las Vegas!!

2011-10-07T06:11:00.000-07:00

Happy weekend loves! I am off to Vegas tomorrow with some girlfriends from college and can not wait for sparkly dresses, champagne, and probably dancing on a table or two. Last time I went with these girls I sorta came home with a tattoo..so we tend to find ourselves in crazy situations..

Favorite Fall Treat: Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

2011-10-06T06:11:00.000-07:00

There is nothing quite like snuggling up on the couch with a bowl of tomato soup and a grilled cheese sando on a fall weekend with football on the tv. One of the best, simple, non fuss grilled cheese sando's I've ever had was a few weeks ago in San Diego here, but that may have been the pitchers of beer and the NY Giants win talking.

This picture makes me want to throw a dinner party and serve these guys as the appetizers

The Ban.Do Offices

2011-10-05T06:11:00.000-07:00

The Glitter Guide went into the offices of Ban.Do yesterday and I completely died. There is nothing I don't love about this amazing , creative environment. I am so inspired by women in creative spaces who really love their jobs. And have champagne in the fridge

Flash Mob Proposals

2011-10-04T06:11:00.000-07:00

I hate the idea of a big public proposal. I cringe when it happens on the jumbo tron at sporting events, but these two videos of Flash Mob proposals had me tearing up. They are kinda long, but they really made my heart happy.

I couldn't say no to this...

The Bar Cart

2011-10-03T06:11:00.000-07:00

Like pretty much everyone else in blog land, I am searching on craigslist for the perfect bar cart. I adore these by Society Social but they are a little out of my price range, so until then I search the CL and estate sales and hope one magically appears.
The fabulous ladies over at Luella & June did a roundup of things every girl needs for their cart, and there are things I didn't even know existed(edible glitter?! pink vodka!) but now want in my life

Do you have a bar cart or use something as an alternative? And if so, do guests always feel like its cocktail hour in your casa?

Oh Friday

2011-09-30T06:11:00.000-07:00

Oh thank goodness Friday is here! I still haven't recovered from my trip-or unpacked really. This weekend will be very low key with a massage and facial, tons and tons of laundry, puppy snuggles, and preparing for my next trip next weekend-with lots of football and baseball thrown in! Let's Go Tigers!!

*my love of Detroit Tigers is random, but is an interesting story. When my grandfather was in the navy in the 1950s, his roommate was from Detroit and would listen to Tiger games on the radio. So when he got back home, my grandpa would follow the Tigers, so my dad did as a kid as well...not to mention Verlander is a stud. And Bosche is a local boy and quite attractive :)

Randoms

2011-09-29T06:11:00.000-07:00

The last thing I am purchasing for a while. Shopping hiatus has begun.

She is so cool

I hear it is fall..not in the 95 degree valley

I'm almost over not having my online Target order

about a month ago, I was told that I was single bc I don't act dumb on dates and like football too much. I think I'd rather stay single then. I've never played dumb before..I'm not going to start at 26

Cannot wait to wear my DVF dress and channel my inner Princess Catherine

Anne looks fabulous here

Bringing Sexy Back

New way to store my clutches

How I felt when coming back to 315 emails on Tuesday morning

A few snapshots from the weekend

2011-09-28T06:11:00.000-07:00

Hello loves! San Diego was a blast despite a sun burn that still hurts, no pictures taken(sorry!!) and not wanting to come home. Such fabulous and well needed girl time

Here are a few that were taken on the iPhone:

Complimentary Jack and Diet Coke at check in

Getting ready for dinner

Sunday rooftop bars overlooking Petco and the a Dodgers Win

squinting bc I broke my sunnies

and a Paul Frank bus as we entered LA county

Happy (long!!!) weekend

2011-09-23T06:11:00.000-07:00

Happy weekend loves! Sara and I are off on our mini vacation until Monday and couldn't be more excited for a weekend by the pool at the hard rock, relaxing, and a few too many cocktails and probably bad decisions! Be back on Tuesday with a full report and pictures!

Working Hard Gets the Job Done

2011-09-22T06:11:00.000-07:00

Today's motivational message: Work hard and you can accomplish anything-Go Gus Go!

What I'm Packing: San Diego

2011-09-21T06:11:00.001-07:00

I find when I am driving to my vacation destination I tend to over pack a bit since we can take as much as will fit in my car

As I count the hours down until we are poolside at The Hard Rock, here are a few things coming with me

Panama Hat: J.Crew Outlet, Bikinis: J. Crew, Victoria Secret, Trina Turk, and H&M

Bags by Chanel and Pucci

Trustworthy comfy heels taken from my Mom(Jimmy Choo) and my Old Faithful Christian Louboutin

Dress options by H&M, Asos, Karta, and Paper Crown
and this number arriving on Thursday from Rent the Runway

An adorable Pre-Wedding Shot

2011-09-20T06:11:00.000-07:00

I know that when I get married one day, I will be pretty traditional and don't plan on seeing my groom before those big doors open in the Cathedral..but I know a lot of couples who like to take photos before. I LOVE this adorable way this couple did them found on A Cup of Jo. They were probably DYING with excitement to take a peek

Red Carpet Roundup: The Emmy Awards

2011-09-19T06:11:00.000-07:00

How sad is it I cannot find a picture of Edie Falco who I thought was the best dressed? Ugh. I will hopefully be able to update at some point.

Anyways,

Kate Winslet in Elie Saab

Katie Holmes in Calvin Klein

Julia Stiles in Georges Hobeika

Evan Rachel Wood in Elie Saab

Julie Bown in Oscar DeLa Renta

September My Favorite Find: Liz of Sequins and Stripes

2011-09-16T06:11:00.000-07:00

Hello loves! Today we have another installment of My Favorite Find, with Liz. I found her blog one day by chance and knew I would love it by the title alone..two of my favorite things! Enjoy!

Hello and Happy Friday, my dears! I'm Liz from the fashion and style blog, Sequins and Stripes, and I am super excited to share "My Favorite Find" with all of you Sweet Nothings readers. I stumbled upon Bauble Bar on Refinery 29 and am totally smitten. Not only is it a one stop shop for all of your fashion jewelry needs, but you can search their extensive jewelry database by style, event, color, and trend. I could easily browse this site for hours on end and have collected numerous shopping carts filled with fun, fashion baubles.

Here are a few of my favorites from the fabulous site, but I highly recommend heading over to Bauble Bar to search and create your own shopping cart. Plus, their styles range anywhere from $20+ so you don't have to break the bank to be fashionable. Happy shopping and don't forget to stop by Sequins and Stripes to find daily inspiration for a styled life. Thanks for having me, Danielle!!

xoxo

Liz

I need a personal makeup artist

2011-09-15T06:11:00.000-07:00

Have any of you ladies watched Jerseyliscious on Style network? it is over the top and insane, but I digress.

One episode they teach a clinic on hair teasing and smokey eyes to a bunch of women. GOD I need a class on both of those. I am hopeless! I've tried the you tube videos and online tutorials and I just can't get it!

Some of my favorite bloggers post their fabulous eyes online:

Andee's Smokey Eye

Kristen always has fabulous hair and makeup features

I always have Sara do my eye makeup when we're together..Maybe I should learn how to master it by my 27th year...

The Mayhem that was Missoni Target

2011-09-14T06:11:00.000-07:00

I want to start by saying I love Target. I never have issues with them normally.
Now, you are a major corporation who has pumped millions of PR dollars into this collection.
You should anticipate high traffic.
I woke up every hour Tuesday morning to check when the site went live, and ordered a very large amount of stuff..mostly the clothes I wanted to try in two sizes since I wasn't sure how it was going to run. As well as my key item, the bikini, which was only available online. I was quite pleased with myself and went back to sleep to hit the store by 8, not focusing on the items I had already ordered since I had a confirmation and order number from Target.com
By 8am there was a group of 5 of us at Target, and we were let in. NOTHING was unpacked. The employees had no idea what Missoni was or why we were asking for the boxes to be unpacked. After I had to speak to the manager to request them open and was told "that I take this a little too seriously" mayhem at the store was going on. Carts were being stolen. Curse words were being uttered around children. I had to go to the bathroom but didn't want to leave my cart!

At around 1130 pm I get a hunch that maybe I should check my order online. Nothing in my order. I call Target.com and they said they cannot confirm that I will get any of it, but won't be charged. Well thats nice. I want my bikini and mini dress. Also, if you have been following @TargetStyle, it is very unlikely any stores will be getting the key items in.

While I understand supply and demand, it makes me sad that Target did not have the foresight to plan ahead. What did they think..no one was going to want Missoni Pieces that were spitting images of the ones in the collections?

I'd love to hear if you scored. That loot there is my friend Anna's from San Mateo. She got the bike lol.

A Quick Fix

2011-09-13T06:11:00.000-07:00

I have an appointment on Saturday to dye my hair a lovely shade of auburn( it is not the same colorist of the failed ombre experiment of summer)
I may still chicken out though..But I suppose I can always just dye it back black if I don't like it

Can girls with Auburn hair wear red?

Winner Winner

2011-09-12T06:11:00.000-07:00

The Winner of the Apothica gift certificate is Molliee!

Thanks for playing everyone! Email me and we'll get you all set up. Thank so much to Apothica for the giveaway!

And thank you to everyone for the well wishes about my test. I did alright, but I think I can do better. I'm going to give it one more shot next month!

10 years

2011-09-11T06:11:00.000-07:00

Time is passing. Yet, for the United States of America, there will be no forgetting September the 11th. We will remember every rescuer who died in honor. We will remember every family that lives in grief. ~President Bush

Study Break

2011-09-02T06:11:00.000-07:00

I'll be taking a week off from the blog to Study Study Study Study for my GMAT on Saturday. Studying has never been my thing. ever. I always did well without really studying(not trying to brag but I think it shows my laziness more than anything else!) so my mom always says just think of what you could accomplish if you actually made an effort. So after 7 weeks of 3 hours classes on Mondays and Fridays, I am hoping I score well enough to get into the programs I am hoping for to be able to attend school next fall...though I started to browse the applications and they stress me out too. But baby steps.
I'll still be around in twitter, because that is basically what gets me through my 9-5( well 7-4) so all the prayers and well wishes you can send out into the universe will be much much appreciated!

Don't forget you can still enter the Apothica giveaway!

Safe

2011-09-01T06:11:00.000-07:00

Have you ever come across a song in an unexpected way and it just stuck with you? I was studying over the weekend and had Drop Dead Diva on in the background, not really paying attention to it as I was doing quant problems. Until I hear this song that I just instantly connected with.

The artist is Brit Nicole, and the song safe.

I bought her album on iTunes, and just fell in love. It is really inspiring music I never would've found

Where have you come across music lately??

A Little Wisdom From Steve Jobs

2011-08-31T06:11:00.000-07:00

from The Stanford Commencement Speech 2005

Sometimes life hits you in the head with a brick. Don't lose faith. I'm convinced that the only thing that kept me going was that I loved what I did. You've got to find what you love. And that is as true for your work as it is for your lovers. Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. And, like any great relationship, it just gets better and better as the years roll on. So keep looking until you find it. Don't settle.

Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.

I Want.....

2011-08-30T06:11:00.002-07:00

To Walk Georgie dripped in Chanel

big hair

Lulu Frost Number rings

This yumminess right here. I tend to like clean cut preppy boys, but have a weakness for scruffy and glasses as well

Pink Chanel Suits

These abs

Fabulous Glitter Eyeshadow

a new wallet

A hair makeover

and Blair's fabulous dress

Not to much to ask for, right?

Britney Deserved Better

2011-08-29T06:11:00.000-07:00

Dear MTV, that was the worst tribute ever. Those kids were cute, but she deserved more. Gaga needed to get off the stage. and WTF..did you tell her her acceptance speech needed to be Beyonce's intro??? Girlfriend is back, has overcome a lot, you should've at least not smushed her in with Beyonce.

In other news, Beyonce and Jay Z are finally having a little nugget.

Adele is flat out amazing. No lights and lazers and costumes and shennanigans. Pure emotion.

and Louisa Roe posted her outfit on twitter-and man I couldn't rotate it for the life of me-but I like it!

Giveaway: a $25 gift certificate to Apothica!

2011-08-26T06:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday dolls! I have a special treat for you ladies, Apothica.com, a fabulous one stop shop for all your makeup needs, is giving one lucky reader a 25.00 gift card to spend on anything they want! I love apothica because it carries Too Faced, one of my favorite brands that is really hard to find in stores.

Brow Envy Kit

Peach Leopard Bronzer

Lip Injection

Here are the guidelines!
1-Visit Apothica on Facebook and write on their wall about a fun product you think of the site
2-Tweet about Apothica
3-Leave a comment here about what Apothica products you would try!

Please leave a separate comment for each way you are entering! The giveaway winner will be chosen on September 12!

Workspaces that Wow

2011-08-25T06:11:00.000-07:00

I daydream a lot at work. Of a different job. Of winning the lottery and having no job. Of opening a boutique and having a fabulous office in the back. Of a workplace where people don't yell at each other, call other people stupid, or take folders off your desk that are filled with your notes and then never give it back.

I also dream of fabulous work spaces that make me smile

Or I daydream of answering my emails in the Oscar De La Renta samples in the back office

Bad Date Bingo

2011-08-24T06:11:00.000-07:00

I saw this on The Friskey and couldn't help but laugh. We've all had our fair share of awful dates. I think I would substitute sports fanatic with hates sports and complained about hipsters with is a hispter, and this is pretty much everything I don't want in a date

Worst date experience..let me hear them in the comments...

Milkmaid Braid Tutorial

2011-08-23T06:11:00.000-07:00

Liz of Late Afternoon posted a fabulous 5 min milkmaid braid tutorial I plan to try out this weekend...I hope it works out to be an alternative to throwing my hair up in a bun

Money Can't Buy You Class

2011-08-22T06:11:00.000-07:00

Nothing about this looks good at all-well Kendal and Kylie look lovely

Time for the Royal Wedding comparisons to STOP. Hate to be snarky, but for 20 million I expected..well I don't know

Kim..if Snooki is wearing one of these across the forehead headbands, it probably shouldn't be included in your wedding attire

Kris may be the biggest attention whore of all time

August My Favorite Find: Victoria of vmac+cheese

2011-08-19T06:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday dolls! I am so excited for this month's guest for My Favorite Find: Victoria of vmac+cheese. I am so glad I found her blog for a daily dose of food, fabulous fashion finds, and reminders of what I love in San Francisco. And she is an absolute sweetheart. Enjoy!!

Happy Friday, Sweet Nothings readers! Victoria here from vmac+cheese. I'm so excited Danielle has asked me to participate in this month's Favorite Find! I love reading about what other bloggers can't live without, so I am equally happy to share one of my absolute must haves.

A bit of background: a few months ago, I started switching out a lot of my beauty products for more natural alternatives. There have definitely been some hits and misses along the way, but one of the best lines I've come across -- of any brand, both natural or otherwise -- is RMS Beauty. Founded by Rose Marie Swift, a longtime industry makeup artist, RMS Beauty consists of a line of completely natural and organic makeup products. Even better? The finished look is AMAZING.

Rose Marie is the makeup artist to Gisele and many other models and celebrities. You really can't argue with results like this:

I mean, if it's good enough for the Louis Vuitton campaign, it's definitely good enough for me!

I hate wearing foundation, so on a daily basis, I use little dabs of the Un-Cover Up, which can be used like a concealer. It blends so well and is SO good for your skin -- it can actually help heal blemishes! My absolute FAVORITE RMS product, however, is the Living Luminizer. I searched for what feels like years to find the perfect skin highlighter. I hate when highlighters are too sparkly or shimmery, and this stuff is neither. It blends seamlessly, and the finished look is just a gorgeous, dewy glow. I've had so many people ask me about my skincare routine, and I swear it's because this stuff just makes you look so vibrant.

The best part about RMS products (other than being truly natural and good for your skin) is that there is no water in them. That means that they seriously last FOREVER! While pricey, I first purchased my RMS products in early May of this year, and they hardly look like they've been used. It's absolutely worth the investment!

If you can, definitely check out RMS Beauty. I usually am all over the place with beauty brands, always in search of the next best thing, but I can guarantee RMS will be in my makeup bag for life!

A friendly reminder to the people in my workspace

2011-08-18T06:11:00.000-07:00

and if you could stop making fish in the microwave, I'd appreciate it!