Like a Virgin...

If you can't actually go back to being a virgin, the next closest thing is smelling like a trip to the Virgin Islands. I first experienced Creed's Virgin Island Water Eau de Parfum in New York at Bergdorf Goodman. I am a bit picky when it comes to scents and generally when a store is sampling a scent I hate it. But seeing as it was my first trip to New York and first time at Bergdorf Goodman's I decided to take it all in.

Well...the good news is that this perfume is scent-sational and absolutely fabulous. The bad news, like almost everything in that store, this perfume is WAY over my budget. At $110 for an ounce, this perfume would have to be saved for very special occasions and I would need to make do with one spritz.

To describe the scent is tricky...described as a fragrance that both women or men could wear (I think it is more on the feminine side), with notes of coconut and lime, hibiscus and rum. It is definitely tropical, but not overly sweet. My best advice is to experience it for yourself. As an added bonus, a portion of all Virgin Island Waters sales will benefit charities protecting the world's oceans. Creed has many other fragrance options if this scent isn't your cup of tea.

This scent will definitely leave you feeling touched for the very first time :)

Wino Wednesday

I generally am overly cautious about wines that contain Grenache grapes as they make the wine overly tannic and as you know I am not such a fan of tannic wines. So when Elon brought home this 2006 Ridge Vineyards "Three Valleys" Sonoma Zinfandel Blend I was a bit skeptical. Elon assured me that it was only 5% Grenache and mostly Zinfandel which I adore. Well...unfortunately my tongue is extra sensitive, cause the bitterness of this wine immediately stood out to me, versus the jammy yumminess that is Zinfandel. It was very dark in color, and perhaps in a couple years it will be an incredible wine. Personally, not a fan.

I have heard wonderful things about Ridge wines, and I am not going to shoot this vineyard down just yet. I think Elon paid around $20 for the bottle and I personally would have enjoyed a different bottle for that price. Judge for yourself :)

Cute Dress, Better Price!

I love Tracy Reese's dresses, I think they are so cute, fun and flirty. This 'Jenny' Strapless Sharkskin Dress does not disappoint. I haven't seen this dress in person, but I am imagining the color would be fun because it might look grey, silver, or lavender depending on the lighting. Plus, the style of this dress looks good on almost everybody. Worth checking out if you ask me!

Congrats!

A big congratulations and best wishes goes out to my friends Erin & Steve who just got engaged Wednesday! The picture above is from their trip to Hawaii and their early wake up call to see the sunrise. Steve proposed as the sun rose, and she said yes. Too perfect! Can't wait to see these two in a month!

Yellow Wedding Inspiration

Snippet & Ink always does an AMAZING job creating beautiful wedding inspiration boards. These boards are not only helpful in providing ideas, but also inspirational for when you need a kick in the pants to remember you have wedding stuff to do...

This Sunshine Fix Board #148 is EXACTLY what I needed to see going into this weekend. Elon is away in Tahoe for his bachelor party and I have the house all to myself to plan, organize and finish some to-do items on my list.

Yahoo!

Forever Frugal Friday

I love how this simple Bella Dress from Forever 21 can be worn with some flip flops and a denim jacket for a casual Saturday afternoon, or paired with some great heels and some dramatic jewelry transitions easily into girls night out or a great evening date.

At $19.80 and available in navy, coco, light olive and blue, you would be silly not to purchase one for the days of Spring ahead. Also, it is a cheaper alternative to the Empire Dress from the Gap, which on sale is still $49.50.



Whichever dress you select, you are sure to look fabulous!

Swimsuit Time....

With Summer just around the corner (especially in LA) I had the urge to start browsing some suits. I think this Check Knot Bandeau and matching Check Side-Knot Hipster bikini from Delia*s is so fun and preppy. It reminds me of something I might find at JCrew but at half the cost. Sizing could be tricky though.....Worth a try for sure.