Guilty Pleasures

I have a confession, and many people are not going to approve. My latest guilty pleasure (blushing as I write this), is that I cannot get enough of Blackout, Britney Spears latest album.

Her album has me not only jamming in the car, but also at work and the gym! My favorite tracks:

• Piece of Me
• Get Naked (I Got A Plan)
• Ooh Ooh Baby
• Why Should I Be Sad

Now, I do believe that this girl has some serious issues that need to be worked out, but do you remember when Britney:

A) was dating Justin Timberlake B) had the hottest bod ever C) was an amazing performer D) was cute & normal E) all of the above

Yeah me too....

Forever Frugal Friday

TGIF! Fall has definitely arrived in LA (sad that I think 63 degrees is chilly now!), and I cannot get enough pretty, girlie, cute sweaters. I came across this sweet sweater and was instantly transported back to 1987 when I was OBSESSED with the Pom-Pom Balls Socks.

This sweater has a girlish charm to it, and yet it is still classy and distinguished enough to wear to work. I am imagining Blair from Gossip Girl (Yes, I will admit it, I love any and all teen drama TV shows) sporting this very sweater along with a red headband, while she toils over her boyfriends affection. What do you think, Rah-Rah or Nah-Nah?

Wino Wednesday

Last Friday, my girlfriend Cassie and I met up for some appetizers and wine to celebrate the end of the work week. We decided to check out Fraiche in Culver City and shared the meatball sliders, caprese salad (the mozzarella was INCREDIBLE) and some Felino salami. Now generally I go right for a Chardonnay, but this Friday night I was feeling a bit saucy and opted for a Zinfandel instead.

I was so glad I ventured out and tried this sexy Seghesio Sonoma County Zinfandel. Not only was it so smooth, but it also really complimented the salty aspects of our appetizers. This Zin was fruity, full of body and low in acidity (just how I like it!). Now I don't try and pretend that I am a wine sommelier, but I know that this wine would make a great gift to any host or hostess, as well as a fine accompaniment to your dinner table for any holiday dinners. At around $20.00 a bottle you can't go wrong. Ask your local wine Seward to order in a case for the store or if you are one of the states that BevMo can ship to order it here .

Chestnuts Roasting, In Your Kitchen Sink

I have never ACTUALLY experienced chestnuts roasting on an open fire...but if I had to guess what it would smell like, I would say Williams Sonoma's Spiced Chestnut hit the nail on the head.

This hand soap/lotion combo is my favorite addition to any sink in the house around Thanksgiving time. It is a deep and rich scent that sticks around for awhile and makes me smile every time I get a whiff of it. If you prefer more mild scented hand soaps, Spiced Chestnut is also available in candle form and smells just as delicious. Throw on some Nat King Cole and you might just have a greater appreciation for the song! Try it for yourself at your local Williams-Sonoma .

I Love Deals!

I always say Sephora is to Women as Candy is to Kids. Meaning who doesn't LOVE all things Sephora? Everytime I step foot inside, there is some new eyeshadow, lip gloss or mascara that I must try. Sephora the best right now because of all the holiday sets (fragrance, makeup, body care, whatever!) where you really get the best bang for your buck. Lucky for us, now you can buy those holiday sets AND get an additional 20% off your purchase at Sephora using the code FF2007 at checkout.


So go ahead, start your holiday shopping now, and while you're at...get yourself a little something (or two)!

Forever Frugal Friday

My mom told me at a very young age that I had Nordstrom taste on a Kmart budget (some things never change). I find that there is ALWAYS something I want, and unfortunately being on a budget doesn't always allow for new clothing purchases no matter how much I try to justify it. That is why I love Forever 21 and any other store that carries great stylish clothes, at a price I can pretty much afford. So stay tuned every Friday for a fantastic find from Forever 21 that won't break the bank. And now without further ado, my first find...

I just love this sweater .I tried it on last Saturday and was sad when I had to hang it back on the rack (I was there to buy a "going out top", not a sweater). However, I am thinking I might have to go back tomorrow and pick this knit up. I love it because you can wear it at work with some trousers and a nice white button down OR you could pair it with your favorite white t-shirt, jeans and your most comfy boots for Saturday or Sunday errands. It has a JCrew look and feel to it but luckily, not the JCrew price tag.

Pug + (fill in the blank) = Fun

So I know Halloween is over and I am TOTALLY ready to get into the coziness that is November, but I just had to share with you the best pumpkin I have ever seen.

This award winning pumpkin (Voted Most Creative)was designed by my co-worker Lisa. The pictures do not do it justice, but believe me when I say it was a piece of art! So much so that "Pugkin" was stolen from our office building. Here's hoping that "Pugkin" is returned safely home to his owner Lisa. (UPDATE: "Pugkin" is back home safe!)

And now for my absolute favorite Pug + (Beagle) = Puggle

Meet Waldo Emerson Cook. He is a 10 month old male Puggle and I am pretty much obsessed with him (but not in that crazy dog lady way...yet). I will definitely be sharing future stories about Mr. Waldo.

Happy November!