129 Fifth Avenue at 10th Street; NYC
Many of you have asked how Lucy is getting along with her new brother, and I thought you should see for yourself......
What's funny about this picture is Lucy hates playing with toys. She has never played with a toy in her life, but now that the puppy is around, just to terrorize him, she plays with his tennis balls!
That blue thing behind the dogs, is a puppy potty training pad. Too bad Freddy prefers to chew on them, and carry them around in his mouth.
Is it just me or does he look like a circus monkey?
Animal Monkey Dog- Image courtesy of Synagogue Media
Here's my favorite pic so far. It's Fred (Sanford- he loves to pick up garbage lol) dressed up in my Dallas Cowboy outfit from when I was a baby- on Halloween! Does he not bear a striking resemblance to Tony Romo?
I'm participating in A Beautiful Friday at The Inspired Room
and I might add...watching The Yankee Parade on My Fox NY I love technology!!!
I had so much fun coming up with Clothing picks from Nordstrom's Half Yearly Sale, that I went back and did a little "shoe window shopping."
Steven by Steve Madden 'Intyce' Boot- Nordstrom
Jimmy Choo 'Ivy' Suede Kitten Heel Boot- Nordstrom
Enzo Angiolini 'Rachey' Bootie- Nordstrom
Jimmy Choo 'Polite' Slingback Sandal- Nordstrom
It's a rarity when I post twice in one day, but come on now, did you really think I wouldn't post tonight with my Bronx Bombers winning their 27th Championship? I'm so excited about it, but a little bummed that I won't be spending my evenings with A-Rod, Derek, Andy, Nick, Mariano, Jorge, CC and the guys.
Oh and if my "Aunt Cindy" happens to go to the parade on Friday, please take a picture for me :) Til next year New York Yankees, you did us proud :)
Preview to Friday's Yankees Parade- 11 am; Broadway. Image courtesy of NY Daily News
It's still fairly warm here in Northern Cali, and I'm loving it! If the temps could stay in the mid to high 70's/80's all year long, I would be a very happy girl!
If you didn't know, the Nordstrom Half Yearly Women's sale is going on as we speak. Here are a few of my favorites at great prices!
Rock & Republic 'Kasandra' BootCut Stretch Jeans (Tantrum)- Nordstrom
Lacoste Cable Knit Sweater (Coulis Pink)- Nordstrom
* I love this sweater. I have one in bright pink that I bought about four years ago, and still wear it religiously. I love wearing it with my turquoise necklace, skinny jeans, and frye boots. They have it in a multitude of colors...I might have to get another :)
SoCa St. John Pleated Satin Top (Concord)- Nordstrom
Flounce TBD Multi Ruffle Tank (Black)- Nordstrom
Bagatelle Scuba Lambskin Leather Jacket- Nordstrom
I love PeaCoats...and love that these have hoods!
Charcoal
Black
Kenneth Cole New York Hoodie Peacoat (Rose) - Nordstrom
M Missoni Mini Wave Stitch Dress- Nordstrom
Ella Moss 'Leighton' One Shoulder Dress - Nordstrom
In 2008 this Eden rose was abundant and flourishing, the trellis was as strong as can be, and this image became one of my signature photos. Unfortunately in 2009 this gorgeous trellis with its stunning English roses was no more. A horrible storm, along with the weight of the roses knocked it to the ground.
Well, we've stepped up to the challenge, and let me tell you I can't wait for spring, as this trellis is going to bigger, and even more beautiful than it was here. Yesterday we started on this project, and hopefully by Wednesday it will be completed. I won't go into detail as it's a *surprise*. I will say we're adding more features to this, and will once again be my favorite prop. I cannot wait to show you the finished product. Bring on 2010, I can't wait!
I hate to brag, but it's really warm here today...from the looks of it, it'll top out at around 80-something. I can't say that I'm complaining, I just don't feel like being indoors today. I hope you don't mind, but I'm going to take the day off, enjoy the sunshine, chase the puppy around, and hope the weather stays this way in Northern California for good :)
Little Freddy Krueger :) wanted to wish you all a Happy Halloween. Hope you have a great one! xoxoxo
Hope you have a great weekend! I'm super tired from trying to housebreak this little guy and hoping I'm not catching a cold :( Ugggh! Have a good one!
The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping- Insider Tips- Helpful Hints- Hip Shops
I was recently approached about reviewing the book "The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping Insider Tips * Helpful Hints * Hip Shops by Vintage Clothing Dealer, Melody Fortier (published by Quirk Books), and jumped at the chance. My love of vintage has grown exponentially over the last few years, but my knowledge of value/worth, how to find quality vintage, and where to shop hadn't advanced as rapidly.
The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping is not only a great read, but has the most gorgeous color images as well. It's small enough to fit in your purse for weekend shopping excursions, and basic enough that the novice Vintage shopper will feel empowered and ready to seize her next purchase!
If you've ever wondered how-
than this is YOUR BIBLE!!!
In honor of my boys Swish (met him, interviewed him...nicest guy ever), Derek, Jorge, Alex, Robinson, Mariano and local boy CC of the New York Yankees, here's what's on my list--
Oh and I might add, I would be hoping for a sweep, but since Mr. Cole Hamel's is playing, Yankees in 5. ;)
First and foremost, Frank Sinatra's New York, New York since the boys in Yankee Blue and Ole Blue eyes go hand in hand.
New York Yankees Script Necklace- Shop MLB
JAMES PERSE Slub Vintage Fleece Sweatshirt in White- Revolve Clothing
New York Yankees Women's Love My Derek Jeter T-shirt by Majestic Athletic- Shop MLB
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New York Yankees "Mrs. Jeter" Women's Player Name & Number T-Shirt by Majestic Athletic- Shop MLB
Yankee Diamond Earrings- Trax NYC
Burberry Rain Boot- Nordstrom
Long Sleeve Ruffle Puffa Jacket- Shopbop
Joey Flare Studded Jeans (you knew I had to!) - True Religion- Shopbop
Have you ever searched for nude undergarments, in the hopes that they would match your skin tone? The worst (for me) is looking for a bra or camisole to wear under a white shirt...uggh I just dread even thinking about it.
The women behind Sliminizer, started this business in the hopes that women everywhere could have beautiful quality shape wear in their skin color and tone, as most women do not come in three shades. Color Match by Sliminizer comes in ten different shades, ranging from Concha Pink to Choco Latte. A portion of the profits from this fabulous line go to funding Women Entrepreneurs.
Cami Top in Brazilian Tan- Sliminizer
Cami Top in Noche Black- Sliminizer
Hi Waist Shaper Concha Pink- Sliminizer
Tank Body Shaper in Majorca Buff- Sliminizer
Check out Sliminizer for more information on their underwear, shape wear, camis, tops, slips and much, much more!
Meeting Freddy boy jr for the first time in Auburn, California (8 weeks old and 13 pounds)
How can this be comfortable?
HOME! If you only knew how many times we tried to wake him up, while he was in this position, but wouldn't budge...you wouldn't believe me!!!
I'm not biased or anything, but my boy is so cute it's pitiful!!!
Hands down, my favorite picture of him so far!!!
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I'm participating in It's a Beautiful Life over at The Inspired Room!
Earlier in the week, I had the amazing opportunity of interviewing In Style Contributor, Katrina Szish on new beauty innovations. If you're an early riser, you've most likely seen the "it girl" of entertainment, celebrity, beauty and fashion on NBC's Today Show, Regis & Kelly, Good Morning America, The Early Show, among other high profile news programs.
Image courtesy of Derm Texas
The first product we talked about was prescription Latisse. Latisse has been in the news as of late for it's ability to grow lashes thicker and longer. Szish stated "it's a product scientists stumbled on by mistake. It was used as a medication for Glaucoma and they realized that something in it actually made patients eyelashes grow a lot longer and then simply they did all sorts of experiments as they should do, and they realized that this prescription only product really makes your natural lashes grow longer while you're using it. Now if you stop using it, your lashes will go back to normal. But this is something that really makes them grow thicker, longer, fuller and really does an amazing job. You have to keep renewing that prescription in order to keep up that amazing full lash look. You can use it on the top and bottom lashes. You have to be able not to get it in your eyes, there are a lot for warnings. You want to go to our dermatologist and get a prescription for it specifically."
I was curious to know if the product can be used by contact lens users, and Katrina mentioned that "there are very few restrictions, but again before you go, you want to check your specific situation with your doctor."
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Stratys 3- Image courtesy of Vaseline
Next up were body lotions and moisturizers, since our skin typically suffers the most through the freezing winter temps. Ms. Szish was kind enough to share her favorite drugstore favorites by Vaseline and Dove. "There's one in particular that I think is really fantastic for moisturizing the body, because a lot of people realize, yes of course you want to moisture the skin but they don't realize how important it is to have healthy skin. One of the products is a breakthrough in body lotions in ten years, and it's called Vaseline Sheer Infusion with Stratys 3. It gives your skin a remarkable silky skin feel. It's not greasy, it's not heavy and it moisturizes all layers of your skin- the top, the core and deep down. That's really how you're going to have truly healthy, moisturized skin. Of course you can find more about the science behind this one at http://vaselinesheerinfusion.com. It's a breakthrough "must have" product that is at the drugstore and affordable."
Dove Body Wash with Nutrium Moisture- image courtesy of Real Simple
Did you know most body washes strip moisture from your skin? I don't know about you, but I sure didn't. Katrina informed me that "there's a a body wash on the market that doesn't do that to your skin, Dove Body Wash with Nutrium moisture and it actually replaces your body's natural moisture as you use it. If you use that in conjunction with the Vaseline Sheer Infusion, you're going to be completely safe, protected and healthy throughout the winter months, so come summer your skin is going to be in amazing shape. It's important to maintain your skin all year long. A lot of people think just slap on some moisture in the winter, that's not true. You want to take care of it year round. "
Temptu Airbrush System- Product available at Sephora
I've always been envious of celebrities who are fortunate enough to have makeup artists do their makeup, and make their skin flawless, so they're picture perfect when leaving the house. Did you know, by taking a trip to Sephora, you too can have flawless, silky skin? Szish stated "The Temptu system is actually something that everybody can use at home. You can actually do the airbrushed makeup yourself, which seems difficult, but it really isn't. You just snap in a little pod, you can even use it with blush and really easily, you just spray it on your face. Once you do it once or twice, it's incredibly easy. You don't need any brushes, no blending and you will have a flawless complexion, even if your skin isn't that great to start, and this does work for all skin types. It covers all sorts of imperfections without looking heavy or cakey, and that's ultimately the most important thing."
Tanda Acne Light Therapy- Available for purchase at Sephora
She went on to say "there are all these amazing gadgets that were previously only available in your dermatologists office or in doctors offices in general. One in particular I love is actually a little light device, and you just basically run it over your face, and it actually emits different types of rays at different frequencies, and what those rays do is they actually kill the bacteria in and on your skin that creates and keeps acne going, so you can have this amazing light therapy that you could usually only get in the dermos office, but instead you can do it at home."
I was curious to know if those on prescription medications such as Retin A, or over the counter benzoyl peroxide are able to use this product, as these meds typically make your skin red, dry and irritated. Katrina stated "specifically many dermatologists and experts do recommend that the light therapy be used in conjunction with a product that contains retinol, whether it's over the counter or whether it's by prescription. If you are taking anything that is prescription based, you do want to check with your health care professional before using any of these things, but the results have been remarkable."
Tanda Regenerate Anti Aging Starter Kit- Available for purchase at Sephora
And last on agenda, the dreaded WRINKLES! Little did I know there's another light therapy product on the market to reduce wrinkles. "This product stimulates collagen. You put the light over your face, and again that was usually something you could only get in your dermatologists office, but now there's a hand held device, and you can do it yourself at home. Stimulating the growth of collagen, certainly helps reduce the look of wrinkles. It's not for any age group, many people use it as a preventative measure for aging"
Many thanks to Katrina Szish for sharing her amazing beauty innovations for Fall and Winter. For more on Ms. Szish please check out her website. She's currently editing new episodes of "Your Two Minutes", which should be airing in the next few weeks, and can be found on KatrinaSzish.com.
Everyone knows I love turquoise, I don't feel as though an outfit is complete unless I'm at least sporting my large vintage turquoise cuff. When shopping for turquoise, I am extremely picky, it has to be the right size, right color, and make a statement. With that being said, I must share the most amazing etsy shop, Society Hill Designs as I am absolutely crazy about it! Here are a few of my favorites!
Also-- if you're in the Northern VA/Washington DC area, you're in luck! Society Hill Designs (their co-op studio/gallery/shop) participates the first Friday (of every month) in a community wide event with featured artists! On Friday November 6th, owner/designer Christine will be the featured artist, and have her first Holiday trunk show!!! She will have tons of new work, and many unique one-of-a-kind pieces
For more information on the event and Society Hill Designs please check out
(the event) Stifel and Capra-
Heart of the Earth Turquoise Earrings- Society Hill Designs Etsy
Sunrise Turquoise Earrings- Society Hill Designs Etsy
Calder Series Turquoise Earrings No1 by Society Hill Designs Etsy
