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I’ve known about SiO Beauty for a while (and love their products), but only recently tested out their SiO Face Lift. Ok, so it’s not what you’re thinking. It’s not any kind of actual invasive procedure, but there’s something happening with silicone, in my opinion, and the idea of being able to sleep while anything works is always extra appealing to me. READ MORE
Because I’ve been waiting for this moment for the past 22 years… READ MORE
At this point in my life, I have my “going out” essentials pretty down pat, but still use a little reminder that my friend Anne Fritz Linval told me about YEARS ago. It’s actually quite genius…it’s the acronym “MILK.” Money, ID, Lipgloss, Keys. Now, of course, you can also add cell phone and a few other things to MILK but when it comes down to it, you’ll be a-ok if you just have those four items. Here’s a list of what I bring out with me when I go out:
The clutch// Of course, this depends on your outfit, but I’m loving this sequin version lately since the color is a sort of neutral metallic and matches pretty much anything.
Money (M)// Obviously, you need this. I like to bring at least $5 in cash, which is good for tipping and/or valet, and then a credit card.
ID (I)// Most people are good with just a license, but I like to air on the side of caution and also bring my insurance card just in case I get into an accident or get injured. God, I sound just like my mother right now…
I still remember the very first designer bag that I bought myself, Kate Spade, obviously. It was cheetah print and awesome. I rocked it with the utmost of confidence even though it wasn’t Gucci or Louis Vuitton like my Long Island cohorts used, but I didn’t care. These “weird” purses all really resonate with me for various reasons, but the main reason being that they’re AWESOME. Enjoy.
1//House of Holland Starburst Bag
2//Lulu Guinness Neon Lips Clutch
3//Kate Spade Vita Riva Wicker Lemon
4//Christian Louboutin Sweet Charity Crossbody Bag
5//Charlotte Olympia Gummi Bear Acrylic Clutch
There aren’t really many brands that I would drive almost two hours to see (and also on my birthday), but I do love me some BEBE. Ok, so the event was actually only six miles from my house, but since my birthday/the event also happened to be on the same morning as the LA Marathon, I ended up getting lost in the Hollywood Hills trying to find a way to get south of Sunset Blvd…these are #LAProblems, OK? Regardless, BEBE dressed me in this Strapless Tribal Mini Dress that made me feel like post-baby Kim Kardashian, but here’s the thing…I was completely hungover from my birthday party the night before. I questioned whether or not to reveal exactly WHY I’m not sharing any full body shots with you guys but, truth be told, I look GOD AWFUL in them so #SorryImNotSorry I’m not posting them. You can see part of me in the photo above, very strategically hiding behind Rachael and An, I might add…this ain’t my first rodeo.
I digress. Hangover and insane heat aside, I love a good BEBE Spring Fling, hosted by Sydne Summer; we dined, we laughed, we chatted and, of course, we/I drank champagne to help cure the aftermath of my birthday party.
Also make sure to check out last year’s event HERE.
I recently came across this photo of Gwen Stefani (pregnant with her third child, btw) taking her two boys, Kingston and Zuma, to a California pumpkin patch for Halloween…and nearly died. First off, she is probably the hottest pregnant woman EVER and second, how cute is this casual cool outfit? Here’s how you can re-create the look:
Victoria’s Secret The Date Push-up Bra
Citizens of Humanity Distressed True Denim Straight in Slash
Here’s the thing. I’ve been picky about my clothing for a LONG TIME. Ask my mom, she’ll tell you how I would wake up, as a 4-year-old kid and politely tell my mom that no, in fact I was not going to wear the outfit that she picked out for me. True story. So yeah, when I find things that are truly, honestly innovative and amazing, I get pretttty excited about it. Case and point, these three items:
InStyle Essentials Classic Button-Front Shirt: Essentially, this is a button down shirt that uses your bra size to ensure a perfect fit. So basically, I would normally buy a medium and then be annoyed when the button in the middle of my boobs opens up CONSTANTLY. Again, true story. In this case, I ordered a 36C, which allowed for the PERFECT fit; It didn’t open up in the bust AND it wasn’t gigantic around my waist. How did no one think of this before?
LOFT “Marisa” Ankle Pant: When I say that I HATE shopping for pants, that’s pretty much an understatement. When I found out about LOFT’s Pant Revolution I got honestly, truly excited…and let me tell you why. They surveyed 10,000 women, with 400 pairs of pants from LOFT competitors. Survey says: 47% of women find shopping for pants frustrating (DUH), which is why they devised 45 options, pants options, that is, in different fits, lengths, fabrics, styles, prints and colors. Now, I’m a “Marisa” and I, in fact, looked terrible in the Julie, which convinced me that their system really does work. Use THIS quiz to figure out what style is right for you and get yo’ self some new pants now.
Bandolier Phone Holder: This genius iPhone holder would’ve saved my life in my former PR years. I love that it not only holds your phone where you still have access to the screen, but it also has little slots for business cards/ids/credit cards. It’s basically everything you need, in one cute patterned holder.
