Did you have rocket popsicles when you were a kid? It's very much synonymous with summertime and childhood for me. I know it's not summer yet, but Memorial Day weekend always seems to usher in a brighter sunshine, don't you think? This long weekend is going to be fun-filled for us beginning with going out to dinner tonight ... can't wait to have a beer! Hope everyone has a relaxing, fun and safe long (if you're in the states) weekend ! Group hug:)Long (Fun) Weekend ...
Did you have rocket popsicles when you were a kid? It's very much synonymous with summertime and childhood for me. I know it's not summer yet, but Memorial Day weekend always seems to usher in a brighter sunshine, don't you think? This long weekend is going to be fun-filled for us beginning with going out to dinner tonight ... can't wait to have a beer! Hope everyone has a relaxing, fun and safe long (if you're in the states) weekend ! Group hug:)What's Missing? ...
In the famous words of Janis Joplin, I must make amends–with Kristen Stewart. Finally! I really like her on this UK Elle, subscriber cover! She looks pretty and fresh. Of course I've always known she was pretty but honestly, the "I just got out of bed," look and the "do I have to be here?" scowl were starting to tap dance on my last nerve. Maybe she was playing into her Joan Jett role, but still. Let's talk more about this cover. I noticed something huge missing which I don't think I've ever noticed on a magazine cover before. Can you guess what it is? She's not wearing a lick of jewelry! Isn't that strange for a major publication cover? I actually like it. But this is coming from a girl who hardly wears jewelry at all but for special occasions. What do you guys think?
Spotted on: Coco's Tea Party
Float ...
When I first moved down to San Diego I got in the water quite a bit. One of my favorite things about surfing wasn't actually the surfing part (because I never got any good) but rather when I would sit there on my board waiting for the next wave. Just listening to the water lap against the board and feeling the sun, like glitter, all around me. Those were genuine, peaceful moments. It's been quite a while since I've surfed but this photo just took me there. Photo: Here
Bakery Print ...
Not sure what it is but I really like how they just wrote directly on the bakery glass. Makes it look a bit more warm and welcoming. Isn't it strange what something so simple can do? And at the end of the day they can erase the info. and start over the next morning–no signage wasted. Photo: Here
Square ...
I made sure I looked at this long enough to make sure it wasn't a large pillow case or something. Nope. It's a dress shirt and a super, cute striped one at that. Although I wish she weren't wearing those pant things. This is the perfect piece that would look great poolside with flip flops or out on the town with heels (and a slip).Photo: Here
The Best ...
Feet in the pool, sunshine on your face as you think about nothing in particular. Isn't that the best?
Photo: Here
Mystery Train ...
Is there some intern outside the frame holding SJP's train for her?
Just saw this photo from last night's premiere of SATC 2 and couldn't help but find it a bit amusing. First I thought, okay that's one way for SJP to one-up the girls. Cynthia looks like she thinking "WTF?" Kim's thinking, "that sneaky SOB." And Kristin's thinking "just go with it." Do you see it?!
As for SJP's mysteriously flowing train ...
"The long train, however, proved too enticing for SJP as she twirled, waved and swirled that sucker like a high school drill team flag girl all over the red carpet." --- from photo caption.
I had to laugh.
Photo: Here
Floating Book Ends ...
Love the bookend look of these free floating shelves. The lower compartment is to accommodate oversized art books (finally!) and the frame of course functions as bookends.
Photo: Here
Caped (Fashion) Crusader ...
Yes, as a matter of fact, she is wearing a cream colored bow tie with her cream colored blouse that matches her cream colored skin and cream colored hair. Taking monochromatic to a cool, new level. And I would definitely don this amazing cape as proudly as she is here.Photo: Here
So Funny ...
I was giddy over the weekend to find a new post from Hyperbole and a Half (thanks to Krissy for introducing me!). Stuff is h-i-l-a-r-i-o-u-s! Her illustrations are what kill me. Eric and I were cracking up at this latest one. And yes, "Para bailar la bamba" was stuck in my head all day Saturday. If you like it then you'll like this one "Alot" too:) Photo: Here
On Fire ...
Amazing red tresses! I think red hair like this can be breathtaking. Looks great against the navy blue and the dark pink lips. Makes me want to dye my ... never mind. Favorite red-head? I'd have to say Julianne Moore except for when she does her "Bastin" accent on 30 Rock. Love her and 30 Rock, but the accent is just too awkward for my ears. Hope everyone had a great weekend!
Weekend Of Laughs ...
Whatever it is you're doing this weekend I hope it involves tons of laughter. In fact, I wish I had a good joke to tell you right now but can't think of one. Why doesn't anyone tell jokes anymore? Do you have a good one? What was the last thing you really laughed at? Mine was this morning ...16 mo. old: Momma!!!
Me: What bud?
16 mo. old: (with conviction) Galerg, galeeg, galerg.
16 mo. old: (two seconds later) Momma!!!!
Me: (less than one foot away) I'm right here bud, what's up?
16 mo. old: Galerg, galeeg, galerg, ball.
Me: Oh, you want your ...
16 mo. old: Mom!!!!!!
Read this repeatedly about 1,127 times and you'll get a smidge of my typical day. After a while, I have to laugh:) Hope everyone has a great weekend! Group hug:)
Photo: Here
I Heart Beer ...
I do. Don't worry, I'm still as sophisticated as you think I am. I do enjoy the occasional glass of vino, in fact I wish I were better versed in wine, but a pint really does the trick. I read an article a few months ago in Fast Company where the focus was trying to brand/advertise beer to women. I never realized it was such a big challenge to market beer to women. Did you? In fact, I didn't even know they were trying. But one thing is for sure, please beer companies, do not "pink it and shrink it." Isn't that a great tag line? An example of this, as the issue pointed out, would be mini pink tool kits. Yikes. Seriously though, I loathe the day I see a pink Guinness label.
P.S. If you're a beer marketer contact me, I'd love to sit in on your next brain storming session:)
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Bang Dilemma ...
Now that my hair dries straight and frizz-free I've been obsessed with getting bangs. But I have this rule that I cannot do anything for at least one month so as to allow enough time for the novelty to wear off. I'm coming up on the half way mark and I'm still obsessing. Right now my hair is pretty much all one length with some layers and to about the middle of my back. If I get enough guts I'll do a before and after photo for you. Ugh, you'd think I was trying to solve world peace!
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Summer Stripes ...
Bare shoulder in a sea of stripes. Love. Especially the hat. The perfect pool-lounging hat with a great summer silhouette. Photo: Here
DIY Pom Pom Cuteness ...
Work in progress. (Love her bangs)
The wonderful end result.
(Is that a pom pom ring on her finger? I like!)
Remember the Nomad hats from DVF last winter? Well, Jazzi was clever and brave enough to make her own. I think it came out really well and it only took her about an hour or so to make. The best part? It only cost an impressive $8! Now if I only had a place to wear it. Too over the top for Target?
P.S. I know it's gonna start getting warm soon to even think about wearing one of these but just think, if you started making some now throughout summer you'll have some great gifts come Christmas. And how cute would small one's look on babies?!
Kate ...
Still love this photo of Kate with her messy hair and tiara (sans the smuggling raisins). I actually made a similar t-shirt in high school where I cut the sides and re-sewed them by hand so the shirt had an askewness about it. My mom thought I was ruining a perfectly good shirt. I thought I was brilliant and wore it with pride. So brilliant, I have no idea what I did with it. Ever have those moments growing up?
Photo: Here
When Two Worlds Collide ...
Skateboarding tends to be synonymous with rebellion and being against the establishment but this particular photo begs to differ. Look at his form, not so different from that of a dancer. Both have to be light on their feet and able to move with precision. The skatepark itself is an architectural marvel with all of its perfect curves and hips, with just the right amount of flat ground. Skateboarding is actually really fun and interesting to watch–the things they do are really amazing. It would be nice if all communities had nice looking, well designed skateparks like this one. Photo: Here
It's Tricky ...
Love the color scheme happening here between her blonde locks, red lips, gray dress and surrounding greenery. But let's talk about this dress ... it's off the shoulder which qualifies as sexy, and it's loose and flowing which qualifies as forgiving. "Sexy" and "forgiving" are two of my favorite words when it comes to fashion.And then after all that I had to laugh because I thought "wait, is she just wearing a sheet?" Oh fashion, you're so funny sometimes. Regardless, I still love the color scheme happening here:)
P.S. I do in fact realize she could use a brassiere, but let's just give her a pass this time.
PUBLIC Love ...
Not only did I love the bike, but the basket on the back too.
You can fill it with your goods ...
And just carry it right on into your house. Love that.
So I was flipping through the new Vanity Fair (you know what I'm talking about;) and I came across this awesome orange bike from a company called PUBLIC. I love it when I run into a company that I end up enjoying well beyond just their product. Although, they don't consider themselves a "company" since they don't care to make bikes faster or fancier, but rather they "design bikes to help make city life a little simpler and a little more fun." Don't you love that? Then it got more interesting as I read that the founder of PUBLIC is also the founder of DWR, Rob Forbes–who knew?! PUBLIC definitely passes the unofficial Happenstance "M.A.V." (Message, Aesthetic, Vibe) test. They even tell you to stop by their offices if you're in the SF area. Who does that anymore?
Library Nook ...
I can definitely see myself posting up in this little library nook with the fire on (or not) and a good book or magazine. Love the painted gray floors against the yellow-ish rug and the pop of the red seating. With the natural lighting, I'm going to go ahead and take it a step further and imagine this house on the beach:) Who's with me?Photo: Here
Palm Springs Weekend ...
Good morning! So last Friday I mentioned being where there was sunshine, lush, green, grass and a great pool ... well, here's where I was! We were in Palm Springs over the weekend and just got back yesterday. Every year my parents rent out a house for the whole family to hang out and enjoy before everyone's summer madness. How amazing is this backyard? This was our view every day and every time I'd walk out here I'd get such a calming feeling. It was like getting a warm hug from Mother nature:) My favorite part of the day was the early morning when I'd get my coffee and sit outside with the sun already glistening and warm. Ahhh, I miss you already Palm Springs.
Jemaine? ...
When I first saw this photo I thought, how cute do they look? And then I got excited when I realized it's Jemaine from Flight of the Conchords! Look at Jemaine looking all come hither. Doesn't that show crack you up? My favorite is Mel, their #1 fan. Sorry, I digress ... the photo. I'm pretty sure this girl's hair is crimped. I used to spend unnecessary amounts of time in middle school crimping my long hair and making sure the pattern did not overlap. Just so I could go to school the next day looking like a mad lioness. Goodness gracious! Anyhow, I like how they were captured, don't you? Although I wish she were wearing just a touch of gloss over that matte lipstick. Hope everyone has a great weekend! Mine has already started and involves sunshine, lush green, grass and a great pool. I will report on it Monday:) Group hug!
Photo: Here
Quick! Who Is This? ...
Took me a few to realize it's Taylor Swift! Doesn't she look great? She even looks sexy and girl is barely showing collar bone! Now that's shocking!
Photo: Here
It Works ...
Somehow the blonde hair, brown eyebrows, heavy black liner and lashes totally work. Stunning, no?Photo: Here
Yes & Yes ...
These two would make fast friends in my closet. My jeans would certainly welcome them with open arms. Love the Stones reference on the tee. I'm very much a t-shirt and jeans girl at heart. And worn in brown boots? Bonus. Photo: Here
Fight The Oil! ...
Sometimes we don't realize just how much power we have. My hairstylist Cat was telling me that their salon was collecting all hair clippings that are swept up each day and donating them to an organization called Matter Of Trust. Why? Because hair is an efficient and abundant material for collecting and containing not just the oil on our heads, but petroleum spills! Matter Of Trust stuffs the hair into recycled nylons and covers them in mesh to make booms and this brilliant contraption soaks up oil like you've never seen. These are being sent as we speak to the awful spill along the Gulf Coast. It's great, you can watch the process here. Groomers are doing this too! Isn't that amazing? Photo: Here
Easy, Breezy Home ...
It was the Yoshitomo Nara collage of prints that first caught my eye in this living room. The little girl in his prints is awesome. On our kitchen cork board I have a postcard print of this little girl where she's sitting down at a desk writing "Nobody's Fool." It's the best. Then I noticed the cozy couch and large, cozy ottoman posing as a kid-friendly coffee table ... sold! The pillow sums it all up for me. Love.
Perfect entertaining kitchen with just enough floor space for an impromptu dance party. Who doesn't cook and dance at the same time? Honestly, if our layout was like this I don't think we'd ever have to leave this section of the house. And of course there's enough bicycle space for the kids.
There are just enough steps leading down into this bathroom to lend just enough of a "spa" getaway feeling, don't you think? I can already imagine the dimmed lighting and candles in this space. And I love the wood paneling on all of the surface areas–monochromatic in color but texturized with the different types of wood design. And I can't overlook the gray marbled shower. It's the perfect complimentary contrast. (Notice no mention of kids in this space?;)Photos: Here
Summer Picnic Anyone? ...
Love the colors of these vintage snack bowls. Especially the font!
Only saw one of these awesome beach chairs, but ...
You could grab some of these crates for extra seating. Then you'd really be authentic.
All of my finds are from super cute new click & order shop Blue Carrot that sells mostly great vintage items but handmade items as well. They even have signage letters that reminded me of one of the last episodes of 9byDesign (latest DVR favorite). Did you see that one?
P.S. Alexandra's blog is fun too.
Hair Apparent ...
What did I get for Mother's Day? Only the best thing a mother of two with frizzy hair can ask for ... the Brazilian Blowout! And now my hair feels like this amazing flow of cascading glamour. Let me back up a sec ... the Aveda salon I go to was offering a first-time offer that was too good to refuse so that is what I chose as my Mother's Day gift–this process is not cheap. My stylist Cat calls it "wash and wear" which is precisely what I'm excited about. I leave it wet and it dries straight and shiny! No more having to blow it dry! You have to understand, prior to this if I had let my hair dry naturally and tried to go out in public you probably would've tackled me on the street and made a citizens arrest. Overall, my weekend was great. Including watching our recorded SNL last night with Betty and J-Hov. Did anyone watch? How cute is Betty White? 88.5 (or as I would say, eighty-great and a half) years old and the woman was handling her business. Love her. Jay's first medley performance was awesome, still don't know what to think about that second performance–I can't get over that song he sampled but that's another post. Hope you all had a great weekend!
Photo: Here
Mom's Weekend ...
Somehow, no matter where we are or what we are doing my mom and I always seem to work getting a coffee into the equation. It's our favorite thing to do. Have a bad day? Let's go get a coffee. Have a good day? Let's go get a coffee! You get the idea. To this day my mom still slips me a $20 for no good reason. She would still do this guaranteed if I won the lottery tomorrow. One Christmas she added chili pepper decorations to my gifts because I was such a Red Hot Chili Peppers fan. She even quietly told herself it was a phase when I decided to announce that I was in love with Robert Smith from The Cure (my parents didn't get it, I wasn't even goth) and let it pass on its own. It did.
But the day I realized that my mom's love and protection was on another level was when she told me that when I would go out with my friends at night or I would have to work late she would pray to God that any potential perpetrator would always see me in a group. Never alone. Especially when I'd have to walk to my car by myself. How awesome is that?! You're the greatest mom, I love you!
P.S. don't forget to watch/record SNL tomorrow night. Betts and Hov are going to raise the roof! Have a fabulous weekend everyone and Happy Mother's day to all you moms and mom-to-be's!
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'Siders Unite! ...
Love the suede/leather combo and the simple red stripe on the sole.
Did you notice the safety pins as laces? Not sure if this was a stylist move or not but I like it.
How great are these cute foot walkers from Band Of Outsiders and Sperry Top-Siders? I love the idea of these two brands coming together to belt out the classic shoe with an edge.
I Had No Idea! ...
All sorts of "yes" to this photo.
A week or so ago I confessed to Brandi that growing up I was never into the fairytale thing as I was into Star Wars and my lightsaber. I had almost every action figure plus the Darth Vader carrying case that was shaped as his upper torso and opened up from the top of his head. It was pretty amazing. So you can imagine my surprise when I learned that this past Wednesday, May 4th was Star Wars Day! Why May 4th you ask? Because of the similarity of this date with the beginning of "May the force by with you." Thereby turning it into, "May the 4th be with you." Really?! A whole day dedicated to Star Wars and a pun/lisp combo? My fave.
Photo: Here
Every Morning, Every Day ...
Every morning we all have a fruit smoothie with our breakfast. I always have to drink mine from a straw. I don't know, I just do. Somehow it tastes better.
In the afternoons it's a cup of green tea and in the evenings it's chamomile or ginger tea (depends, you know what I mean?). I like drinking the Yogi teas, they always have fun little messages on the tea bag tabs. And I like how they say they don't have "laboratories," they have "kitchens" as far as their natural recipes go. Lately I've been inspired to find cute matching cups and saucers like this one and host a 21st century tea party. I'm going to have to look into that more.Photos: Here
Thomas Campbell x The Standard ...
Thomas Campbell printed scarf for The Standard Hotel
Thomas never simply signs his name to his pieces. Here he's "t.muckluck"
Thomas Campbell is legendary for his skate and surf related paintings, photography and filmmaking. So several years ago when I asked Thomas to paint a fashion image for me I was so nervous and didn't know if he'd think I was crazy or not. Luckily for me he obliged and the wonderful piece is mounted and framed in my house today and I feel so lucky every time I see it. Thomas is so talented that when he sent me a package once I couldn't bear to throw away the envelope. He had creatively (and appropriately) stamped it with Andy Warhol and Duke Kahanamoku stamps–it was so cool looking I had to frame this as well. So it's fun for me to see that he's been bitten by the fashion bug again but this time it's courtesy of The Standard hotel. The Standard commissioned three artists representing LA (Campbell), NY (RoStarr), and Miami (Jose Parla) to design art to be printed on a limited edition run of silk-cashmere scarves. All three designs are really cool, but honestly favorite is Thomas' red and pink print he chose for his scarf the best. How can I not? It's representing California!:)
Down The Beaten Path ...
Stunning view, stunning colors. This wooden boardwalk reminds me of when my dad and I used to take bike rides down the boardwalk on the Peninsula in Long Beach, CA. So how appropriate is it that there's a bike at the end of this path? Love when that happens.Via: Forever Is Today
