My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)


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My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)

4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet


Because we all need to help save our planet, and these are four easy (and also fun) ways to do
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4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet

Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life


You guys know I’m picky about lip gloss, but I recently tried two new (to me) products and had to
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Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life

5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland


Because I know you want to shop (but not for touristy junk)... (more…)
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5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland

10.17.2012
LC Lauren Conrad: I’m sold!

I have to admit, it’s slightly hilarious to me that I get TONS of compliments EVERY time that I wear something designed by Ms. Lauren Conrad, specifically this dress from the LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl’s collection. So when I saw this gorgeous image from her new Winter Lookbook (above) I checked out the site and, of course, found another top that I wanted as well.  They just arrived in the mail today and I’m totally obsessed.  The quality of the black and white crochet satin top is amazing and it fits perfectly and, even though I took a chance on the red open-lace chiffon top (since Lauren wasn’t modeling it in the lookbook), I was equally happy when I tried it on.  The lace detailing on the back is GORGEOUS…seriously, click on the link and zoom in.  You can see the full LC Lauren Conrad Collection HERE.

Say what you want about the reality star turned designer and yeah her first high-end collection did suck, but I’m super impressed with her designs, season after season.  You can see the full Holiday Collection lookbook here.

 

10.16.2012
Tuesday Web Candy

Daria NAILS. Way to go Katy Perry – SheFinds

Marchesa designs shirts for the New York Jets. My dad would be so proud – InStyle

So you’ve spotted your first gray hair…now what? – Allure

Super hero-inspired fashion picks – Style and Pepper Blog

Fun political-inspired products – TresSugar

Tips for taking better Instagram photos (also, follow me! @ItsJamieStone) – Refinery29

Another scathing story about American Apparel.  HOW is this company even still in business? – xoJane

My girl Jenn Falik breaks down her 5 rules for life on Amber’s blog – BeautyBloggingJunkie

10.15.2012
The Monday Rundown (LA Edition)

Gavert Atelier highlights: It’s been a little over a year since my last trip to Gavert and I was LONG overdue.  I love everyone that works there – seriously, they’re the nicest staff ever – and I especially love the fact that they give honest advice and opinions; they don’t just “yes ma’am” any of their clients and that is important if you want good results!  The color?  I love.  Will I go back to Gavert Atelier?  Absolutely.

Sprinkles Cupcakes: They have a ton of locations now and, as you know, cupcake stores have a lot of competition…but what makes Sprinkles unique is their cupcake ATM machine.  How can you not want to just buy cupcake after cupcake, just to watch them come out of the ATM?!  I’m obsessed.

H.D. Buttercup: Pricey, yes, but this is one of the best furniture stores that I’ve ever seen.  At the very least, you can go and get some good inspiration and then stop into Father’s Office (right next door) for some good beer on tap or a glass of wine.

Blessed Charm jewelry: I went to an event for Blessed Charm last week and absolutely fell in love with their dainty, sophisticated, yet simple, line of jewels.  The creator, a former entertainment manager, lives here in LA and all of the materials are sourced from LA as well (and, of course, also made here).  What I love even more than the jewelry line is the brand’s partnership with Create Now, an organization that serves vulnerable kids (ages 2-25) who have been abused, neglected, victims of domestic violence, etc. and teams them up with mentors that spend positive time with them.

 

10.12.2012
#InstaMoments of the Week

me, Salvador: Palm Springs weekend

My favorite piece of art at the Refine Mixers First Fridays Venice house

Notes from my friends make me happy

Blackened garlic shrimp salad. One of my favorites!

A throwback Thursday. Check out my mini golf game face…

 

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10.10.2012
5 Favorites for October!

I finally did another 5 Favorites video…only TEN months later, no big deal.  Check me out and make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel!

“Jamie” name necklace:
http://www.bestpersonalizedjewelry.com/

Jouer Body Butter:
http://bit.ly/W2RzSC

SkinCeuticals Redness Neutralizer:
http://bit.ly/W2RjD5

Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray- Get Blake Lively’s Hair!
The story: http://news.instyle.com/2012/10/08/gossip-girl-returns-blake-livelys-hair-sec…
The product: http://bit.ly/W2RrSU

Bethenny Frankel “A Place of Yes”:
http://bit.ly/W2RJt9

10.10.2012
Things That I Wanted…And Bought Myself

I try REALLY hard to not shop. I do, really.  But when I see amazing things, like the above, I just can’t resist.  Here are my latest finds:

Actors I Met And Liked Notebook: This notebook is EMPTY.  EMPTY, I tell you.

Sole Society Neve Platform Sandal: I love these heels.  Love.  Black and camel is totally going to be my fall staple color combination and they’re comfortable, to boot.

Forever21 Geo Cutout Necklace: I’m always on the lookout for fun statement necklaces and this faux diamond version is super cute but not blingy in that tacky way.

Tickets to No Doubt and Alanis Morissette: Go figure that two of my favorite middle school bands both release an album around the same time AND go on tour.  I HAD to get tickets to No Doubt and Alanis when they’re in LA.  It was a total necessity.