ONE DRESS // TWO WAYS

The weather in LA has been gorgeous- so when I stumbled across this dress, I immediately saw myself wearing it on a sunny Saturday, roaming the farmer's market with an intelligensia in hand...

7. Dacia Sandals $109

SWEET STYLE. MODERN ARC

The boyfriend and I have a love for modern architecture,  so on our way in to Palm Springs last weekend we stopped by the visitor center and picked up a map of noteworthy mid-century modern homes and buildings. Our last day in town we spent driving around, admiring all the vintage gems and imagining the Palm Springs life of the 50's and 60's. I borrowed this incredible vintage dress from my dear friend Kerry and  it fit right in with the scenery...
wearing:
vintage dress borrowed from friend
loeffler randall flats
urban outfitters sunglasses
wendy mink ring




I want to go back!

L IS FOR LOVER

With Valentines Day a mere ten days away, what can I say, love is in the air.


1. Ban.Do Two Tone Satin Sash $55
12. Edie Chaise $579

RUE MAGAZINE. GET THE LOOK

The latest issue of Rue magazine has once again wowed me with their lust worthy interiors and beautiful photos. On this edition of "get the look," I am featuring some of my favorite rooms from artist and blogger Nicole Cohen's stylish Manhattan apartment. The neutral colors and pops of metallic make the space look polished and chic...
{photos by emily anderson for rue magazine pg. 100-117}
2. Calvin Chair $999
3. Leaf Pendant $525
6. Templeton Sofa $3,600
10. French Chair $899
13. Mepra Flatware $115
15. Mclaren Crib $1595
16. Ghost Chair $137
17. Maclaern Nursery $1595
18. Cabana Stripe Mat 8x10 $129.99


{For more source info check out Nicole's blog Sketch42 and etsy store}

SWEET STYLE. PALM SPRINGS BIRTHDAY

The night of Lilly's birthday party James and I had a lot of fun taking photos. It was quite a night, we frolicked in the orchard, ate delicious food, played bocce and to top it all off one of the guests put on a fire show. Yup, really. The invite said "palm springs chic" so I pulled out a sparkly vintage dress I've been itching to wear...
me wearing:
vintage dress from american vintage
drugstore tights
erica anenberg ring

lilly wearing:
kaftan from bali markets
bernardo sandals
kendra scott earrings via guilt

lauren wearing:
dvf suit
madewell shirt
rachel comey shoes
rings and necklace made by mother
la eyeworks glasses
american apparel nail polish in palm springs

james wearing: 
standard cloth hoodie
h&m shirt
banana republic leather jacket
uniqlo jeans
puma sneakers

SNAPSHOTS FROM THE KORAKIA

We are back from a delightful weekend in Palm Springs- To be honest we didn't want it to end. It was Miss Lilly's birthday, who you might remember from here, here and here. We all stayed on the Mediterranean side of the Korakia and insane amounts of fun and laughter ensued. The Korakia is romantic and relaxing. I loved roaming the property and photographing the little treasures around every corner. I embraced the Moroccan feel and wore a kaftan and a tie-dye turban to lounge by the pool...
me wearing: 
alka vora kaftan
urban outfitters head scarf and sunglasses
topshop sandals




lilly wearing: 
rayban wayfarers


Lots more photos to come!


STYLE ICON. CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG

Charlotte Gainsbourg is undeniably cool- Being the daughter of 60's "it couple" Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourge, she was pretty much born with style. She manages to balance her slightly tomboyish look with more feminine pieces and somehow seems to do it all effortlessly. It is no wonder she's been a muse for designers such as Balenciaga. This actress/singer even caught the eye of Beck, who produced and co-wrote Charlotte's critically acclaimed album IRM...
{photos via fanpix}


I'm off to Palm Springs!

PALM SPRINGS WEEKEND

I am off to lovely Palm Springs for a friend's birthday this weekend. I've had lots of fun times there this past year, for example here, here and here. The weather says mid 70's for this weekend- Yes please! I am so ready to get out of town, soak up some sun and lounge in a heated pool. Here are some Palm Springs perfect outfits straight out of my dreams... 
4. Panama Hat $58

STYLE ICON. GRACE KELLY

Grace Kelly is America's fairy tale princess. She not only had perfectly elegant style, she was stunningly beautiful, a talented actress and to top it all off she became a real life princess. Pretty dreamy. Her name has almost become an adjective- "Oooh that dress is so Grace Kelly" {i.e. beautiful, classic, glamorous}. Women will always want to be like her because "Grace" never goes out of style...

{Photos via Fanpix}

 

SWEET STYLE. INDIAN WINTER

The boyfriend and I had quite an adventure filled Monday with our friends Phil and Afton. It started with a trip to the races at Santa Anita Park, something both James and I were excited to check out. We later got punch bowls at this amazingly kitsch tiki bar- Bahooka and ended the night playing trivia at The York
The races were so fun. James even won $5 on the horse Indian Winter, ha. It was 88 degrees out so I had to dress accordingly. I ended up finding this old f21 skirt in my closet and tried to channel 1950s Italy. Afton looked adorable in her day at the races/menswear/Annie Hall inspired outfit. How much do you love her vintage shoes?!...

me wearing: 
old ella moss top
forever 21 skirt
vintage calvin klein bel
foley and corinna bag
steve madden wedges
ray-ban clubmasters
gorjana and wendy mink rings
urban outfitters cuff
ak vintage necklace and wishbone necklace {both xmas gifts}


afton wearing:  
vintage hat, shoes and Bag, 
forever 21 shirt and cardigan
zara pants


james wearing:  
gibson shirt
uniqlo jeans
vintage sunglasses


phil wearing:  
polo shirt
levi's jeans
bass shoes
timex watch and ebbets field hat via j. crew
moscot sunglasses

I LOVE US //

Valentine's Day is going to be here before you know it- Can you believe it? Wanna get a head start on finding the perfect card for your fella, lady or secret crush? Here are a few perfectly sweet cards I'm feeling a bit smitten with at the moment...
1.It's Not That Far Postcard $3 {for your long distant love}

DANCING QUEEN. 70'S STYLE

Another look I am excited about for spring is reminiscent of 70's icon Jerry Hall at Studio 54. It's a little bit disco, but updated. Flowy skirts, big hair and bold eyes were key. You can tone down the look with these peachy finds...