Happy {Early} 30th Birthday Erin!!

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A very happy, happy birthday to my dear friend Coffey (I know you're married now, but it just sticks)!

Erin will be ringing in the big 30, tomorrow in DC with the Reynolds and Mullins. I wish I could be there to sing and celebrate but I will definitely be there in spirits! May this year bring everything your heart desires and lots of happiness and love!

XOXO

(My mama is in town this weekend, so ciao for now!)

Tiggity...Tights!

I ventured over to the wild side and purchased patterned tights from Express the a few weeks ago. With the rain and chilly weather today, I decided it was the perfect day to pull them out of the package and give them a shot.

Can I just say that I am loving them and have already received lots of compliments on mixing it up? Woo-hoo! Can't wait to purchase my next pair...call me crazy!

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These remind me of my childhood and getting my front tooth knocked out...

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Quite a variety available here...

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Or designer tights work for me as well...

Let's keep this trend alive and kicking ladies! What kind of tights are you sporting or dying to try?

Cozy Coats

The rain arrived on Monday here in LA and had me (and every other LA resident) reaching deep into our closets to pull out those dusty coats. I quickly realized that since I moved from Seattle to Washington, my coat collection has become non-existent and mostly consists of light zippy's. Which means the hunt for the perfect fall leading into winter search begins. Here are a few I have my eye on...

I love this red Warm Peacoat from AE. Would look fab with jeans or work attire.

Like a little edge with your plaid? This AE Plaid Bomber Jacket could be exactly what I need to shake up my wardrobe a bit.

Even though I am a shorty, I still love the look of long jackets and to be honest I want this Double-Breasted Wool Blend Coat mostly because the color is chinchilla (and I love chinchillas).

I am thinking this Tweed Military Jacket is the front runner so far. I tried it on at the Gap and just fell in love.

Oh FCUK! I just adore this Lark High Collar Wool Coat and think it looks just so warm and snuggly. The price tag....not so much.

I think this La Jolla Shores jacket is pretty spiffy...but am a bit hesitant about the sleeves...they look like they are 3/4...but the colors are pretty fun and would stand out in a crowd of solids.

This West Street Jacket is not very practical for LA but I would love to have it to wear in Seattle when I head there in December.

I love the simplicity yet bold pop of fuchsia this Leighton Skirted Coat brings to the table.

Of course you just cannot go wrong with a classic black Belted Felt Coat from Forever. The color will always be in style and the button details give set it apart from all the other black jackets.

I will be sure to update ya'll with which coat I select! Happy hunting!

Partied Like A Rockstar....

We have all had those fun nights out, where we promise ourselves we will be responsible and drink like a lady(AKA...no shots), and yet somehow, we get caught up in the moment (I mean when Lil Jon is demanding that we take shots, shots, shots..who am I to turn him down?)...

and as easily as they go down and seem like a good idea at the time, inevitably you end up feeling and looking like this this next day...

(different morning after, but you get the idea...)

As I continue to get older, my hangovers continue to get more and more brutal. Which is why I am so glad that a nice demo lady at Whole Foods introduced me to Coconut Water. Full of vitamins and potassium, these puppies not only hydrate but help to get your moving when that is about the last thing you want to do. I have tried a variety of flavors but have concluded that the coconut water with pineapple is my favorite.

The Vita Coco is my favorite brand, and usually on the cheaper side. I picked up two bottles for $3 the other day. Well worth it!

My 2nd go to brand is ONE Coconut Water. It is pretty close in price to the Vita Coco but the flavor isn't as good to me.

Zico is my choice if I can't find either of the two above. I have tried the mango and the passion fruit and will advise the passion is pretty tasty. Zico is the most expensive I have found of all three, so unless it is on sale I don't ever really buy it. However, it will still get the job done.

So if Gatorade is just too sweet, or you prefer to put just natural goods in your body, give the coconut water a shot. I am telling you, your head and body will thank you.

(and remember to ignore lil jon no matter how persistent he is next time)

Party Like A "Rockstar"

I sooo wish that I had the legs to pull of these LaROK Rockstar Sequin Leggings. They are just plain FABULOUS and so fun!! Alas...I will have to find some other sequin goodies to sport instead!

Song Of The Week: Young Turks

You know when you are younger and your parents make you listen to "their" music and you just HATED it? It didn't matter if the tune was catchy or not, you wouldn't be caught dead liking anything they did. That is how I felt about Rod Stewart for awhile.

Thank goodness I grew up and gave him another chance, because let me just say this loud and clear...I LOVE me some Rod Stewart! I have been listening to his greatest hits album and realizing how many great tunes he has! My favorite lately however has been "Young Turks". This song totally puts a smile on my face and makes me bounce around.

Spill it...what's your favorite Rod Stewart song?

Happy Weekend!

photo by the incredible Natalie Moser

This weekend has lots of celebrations in store! Tonight, I am off to wish my girl Ronit the best of birthday wishes on Melrose. Then of to Palos Verdes for Felicity & Shane's nuptials. I am so excited for this lovely pair to tie the knot and know it is going to be a sensational time (pictures to follow I promise).

May you all have the loveliest of weekends full of happiness and love!

XO