03.01.2013
Inspired By: The Year of the Snake


If there’s one thing I know about, it’s a snake.  And guys, 2013…it’s the YEAR of the snake or, the black snake, to be exact.  I’ve always been curius about astrology and, in all honesty, I think it definitely does have some merrit…but, you know, you can’t take it too seriously (like anything in life, really) and I’m constantly annoyed by all of the hippie dippies out here in LA when they say “what’s your sign?” after I say “hi, I’m Jamie.”  I digress.

1. Zara Snake Print Neckerchief: I like a good neckerchief…who doesn’t?  A good scarf can dress up any plain outfit and animal print is always on-trend. 

2. Jennifer Fisher Brass Large Snake Cuff: I’m weirdly into snake jewelry, ask my friends, and this Jennifer Fisher cuff is pretty bad ass, I have to say.

3. Rachel Zoe “Laura” Snake Ballet Flats: It’s totally cliche but anything that’s Rachel Zoe-approved is A-OK by me.  I love a good ballet flat.  I love me some animal print.  So…done deal.

4. Essie Magnetic Nail Polish in “Snake, Rattle & Roll”: Aside from having the coolest nail polish name EVER, this polish is actually pretty awesome.  It lasts longer than most and gives nails a really unique texture.

5. Jacqui Aiche Extra Long Snake Ring: If you read this blog, you know I love a statement ring, which is why you shouldn’t be surprised at all that I love this extra long, gold, snake ring.  DUH.

10.09.2012
Veuve Clicquot 3rd Annual Polo Classic

It’s my favorite time of year! POLO TIME.  And yes, I’ve attended all three Veuve Clicquot Polo Classics…you might call me slightly obsessed but it’s just SO fun.  Aside from being super chic, a ton of celebs attend the event, including Lauren Conrad, Ashley Green, Rachel Zoe, Mandy Moore and ton more.

Here are some fun party pics from this year’s event and, for even more photos, check out my friend’s blogs:

NadineJolie.com

BeautySweetSpot.com

SydneStyle.com

Our champagne graveyard

Me, Tiffany, Katie

Polo party people

photo credit: Preston

09.11.2012
Tuesday Web Candy

The HAIR at Mara Hoffman. NYFW. I love it – Eye4Style

A New York Fashion Week model’s survival kitAllure

40 drugstore beauty classics…and I love them all – Lucky

Rachel Zoe is opening a blow dry bar.  YES. I can’t wait.  – People

Yeah, Lauren Conrad IS pretty awesome. And so is her house/office – TheLuxurySpot

Being a Playboy bunny back in the day was pretty much like taking the S.A.T.’s.  Jesus. – Refinery29

This chick was arrested for pretending to go to Columbia for two weeks.  I kind of think we should be friends – TheFrisky

My friend Bryce’s 5 Rules for Life – BeautyBloggingJunkie

Homemade bagels. I have no words – CupcakesandCashmere

08.02.2012
Rachel Zoe Launches Debut Jewelry Collection

Rachel Zoe is undoubtably a force in today’s fashion world and she just launched (on Tuesday afternoon!) her first jewelry collection at Neiman Marcus, featuring bold, statement pieces – all of which I’m obsessed with.  My favorites (pictured above)?

Rhinestone Black Quartz Tassle Earrings: They’re very vintage-inspired and I’m a big fan of the gold and black combo.

Long Tassle-End Necklace: SUCH a statement piece.  Enough said.

Green Quartz Drop Earrings: You already know about my jade obsession so it’s no surpirse that I love these earrings.

07.16.2012
Sunglasses and Why I Used To Be Obsessed with Wearing Glasses

Weird confession: when I was little, I always wished that I wore glasses.  Yes, it’s true.  (Un?)fortunately for me, I was blessed with better than 20/20 vision (thanks, Dad)!  I remember telling my mom a complete lie in the 3rd grade; I told her that I couldn’t read my books (lies) and that I also couldn’t see the blackboard in class (more lies).  So apparently I was near AND far sighted, according to my 3rd grade-self.  I was quite the little liar but since my mother figured WHAT KID IN THE WORLD actually WANTED to wear glasses, she took me to the eye doctor.  Even being the crafty nine year old that I was, I couldn’t fool the opthamologist and he promptly told my mother that I was one, lying and two, clearly needed more attention.

My mom confronted me and asked her little deviant daughter “Jamie Claire, why did you lie and tell mommy that you couldn’t read your books or see the blackboard at school?  The doctor told me that you could read a sign a mile away!”  My answer?  “MOM, I didn’t mean to lie but I REALLY wanted glasses…they look SO CUTE and all of my friends wear them!”  (Blogger’s note: this is just the beginning of my FOMO issues, just sayin’).

I mean.  My mother’s face at this moment…unforgettable.

Even at 29 (and a half!), I still don’t need glasses but I make up for it with my vast sunglasses collection.  While I might be able to read a street sign 3 blocks away (proven: NYC), my baby blue eyes are super sensitive to light and I honestly can’t be outside unless I’m wearing sunnies (and, of course, SPF on my skin, too!).  I digress.

I went to the Two Point Oh LA blogger picnic on Sunday and was introduced to a fab new website called DITTO.  What I love about this site is customers can try on the glasses (and sunglasses) to see if they fit/look good with 180 degree views before they buy them for the site.  They can even ask for friend reccos (via social media!) and ask a DITTO stylist for their advice, based on their face shape- it’s pure genius, really.  The site sells all of the best brands: Chloe (like my sunnies above), Ray Ban, Elizabeth and James, Jason Wu, Theory, Vera Wang, John Varvatos, etc. so you know you’re getting high quality goods…I mean, I always said that if/when I ever do need real glasses, I’d only go designer. Clearly.

Celebs wearing my Chloe Myrte sunnies:

Rachel Zoe, Lauren Conrad, Naomi Campbell

 

 

 

 

10.10.2011
Veuve Clicquot Second Annual Polo Classic Los Angeles

Yesterday was just one of those gorgeous LA days that makes me happy to be living in southern California and to make things even better, it was the second annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic!  I went to the first match last year and had the best time so when I heard they were coming back again, I gathered a big group of friends to come with and enjoy the champagne, horses and Pretty Woman-esque attire (see below).  Though we weren’t in the VIP section (I mean, I know, right?) FabSugar did an awesome job of reporting on what all the celeb attendees wore, including Rachel Zoe, Jaime King and Ali Larter and, my friends and I even made the Getty Images page, lol.  You know you’re someone when…

Check out my friend Kelsi’s blog, Dedicated-Follower for even more photos from the fun day.

10.10.2011
Veuve Clicquot Second Annual Polo Classic Los Angeles

Yesterday was just one of those gorgeous LA days that makes me happy to be living in southern California and to make things even better, it was the second annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic!  I went to the first match last year and had the best time so when I heard they were coming back again, I gathered a big group of friends to come with and enjoy the champagne, horses and Pretty Woman-esque attire (see below).  Though we weren’t in the VIP section (I mean, I know, right?) FabSugar did an awesome job of reporting on what all the celeb attendees wore, including Rachel Zoe, Jaime King and Ali Larter and, my friends and I even made the Getty Images page, lol.  You know you’re someone when…

Check out my friend Kelsi’s blog, Dedicated-Follower for even more photos from the fun day.