Friday, March 4, 2011

Apothica.com Beauty Winner!!

I would first like to apologize for completely forgetting to announce the winner of the $25 gift card to Apothica!  I was supposed to announce it Wednesday and just had a blonde moment! 

 
And the winner is Christina from These are a few of Christina's favorite things!!  Congratulations Christina and thank you to all that entered!  I can't wait to share my review of the items I recently received from Apothica. 

Thank you also to Apothica for hosting such a great giveaway!!

Forever Frugal Friday

My sweet sister sent me over a gift card to Forever 21 that I can't wait to use.  Below are two items that I will be on the hunt for specifically and I am also looking forward to checking out the Rory Beca Collection.



I love this California Burnout Top and think it would look so cute with my Legging Jeans from the Gap and some flat boots.  I like that it isn't fitted but still has some style to it, and it helps me declare my love of California!


I am still on a quest to update my work wardrobe and I think this Tiered Scallop Edge Skirt would be the perfect addition.  I think this skirt could also be a great piece in coral for Easter!

I am hoping to come back with some great finds this weekend and I will be sure to share the goods!

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Word Up Wednesday


Best thing to say when you first step out of bed.





This has been my mantra these past two days.  Workout dedication, here I come...



I wish this read, Keep Calm and Drink Starbucks instead, but I love sitting at the Sbux by my work, throwing my headphones in and reading my latest book and sipping on some coffee or tea.  Perfectly calming.

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Psssssst...


Psssssst.....I have confession...

I have been cheating on my regular Batiste Dry Shampoo - Blush (5.05 oz.) with Psssssst Instant Spray Shampoo 5.3 oz (150 g) and I don't think I ever want to go back to the old one.

I found Psssssst Instant Spray Shampoo 5.3 oz (150 g) at Walgreen's a few weeks back and thought for $6.99 who cares if I hate it. 

Guess what, I don't hate it and actually am quite enamoured with the goodness that is Psssssst Instant Spray Shampoo 5.3 oz (150 g).  It has allowed me and my fine blonde hair to go days without washing.  I used to only be able to get away with every other day.  With this baby, I washed my hair on Wednesday and didn't wash it again until Sunday!!  Yes I wore my hair up on Saturday so I got away with an extra day, but this stuff is seriously the bomb.com. 

So if you are looking to add a little time into your mornings (and a little volume) be sure to pick up a bottle (or two), you won't be regretting it, I promise. 

Psssssst....pass the secret along!

Monday, February 28, 2011

Song Of The Week: Pursuit of Happiness {Cover}



Do you ever find a cover of a song by a totally different artist and re-fall in love with a song?

Thanks to a certain boy by the name of B, I did just that this weekend.

Kid Cudi is on of my favorite rappers out there right now, and when Pursuit Of Happiness (Nightmare) [Explicit] first came out I was listening to the song nonstop.  As you can imagine, new music came out and that song was left in the past...until I heard Lissie's version of the same song. 

This Lissie girl pretty much kicks ass.  She sounds amazing live, plays the guitar and can take a swig straight from a bottle of Jose???  Kick ass.  Want to know what is even more kick ass...you can download this weeks song FREE (yep you read that right) here

Who's happy now?

Oh, and I think it is time for another month dedicated to cover songs.  Be sure to check back next week!

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Happy {Oscar} Weekend!


Hope you have a golden weekend!  I have a birthday party tomorrow in Hollywood and an old pal visiting me on Sunday!

Hope you get a little extra sparkle this weekend and don't forget to enter to win a $25 Gift Card to Apothica.com here! You have until Sunday, February 27th at 11:59 PM PST to enter!

XOXO

Friday, February 25, 2011

Fall 2011 RTW Collections - WWRZD Edition

Who else is super excited about Oscar fashions on Sunday? I have to say that my favorite episodes of The Rachel Zoe Project is her securing dresses for her celebs for award season!  Talk about stress and excitement. 

Will Fashion Week wrapping up last week in NYC and still happening over in London, I thought I would take a stab at Rachel Zoe's profession and try and dress all the best actress and best supporting actress nominees for Sunday.  I in no way shape or form even try and compare my selections with the uber talented Zoe, but below you will find my own version of What Would Rachel Zoe Do (WWRZD).... 


{click to enlarge all pictures from NY Mag}

I love Amy Adams and think she would look stunning in navy blue Naeem Khan or a sparkling goddess in Pamela Roland.


I am hoping Annette Bening puts a little more effort into her hair this awards season.  Regardless, she would look magnificent in this Diane Von Furstenberg gown.



Sweet little Hailee Steinfeld was difficult, as she is only 14, so I wouldn't want to age her in any of the gowns but also need to steer clear of cleavage and sexiness.  I think the Monique Lhuillier is angelic and the Badgley Mischka would look radiant against her gorgeous hair.


Helena Bonham-Carter is funky and interesting with all of her selections and as much as I would love to see her in something like the Badgley Mischka gown (feathers make it funky), I think she will veer more towards the style of this Marchesa gown which I think would suit her perfectly.



I don't know much about Jacki Weaver, but I think this Ralph Lauren dress is the perfect shade for her coloring and also a flattering fit for her figure.


My recent girl crush Jennifer Lawrence wowed me at the Golden Globes in that bright pink number, and I think she would absolutely shut.it.down in this teal John Richmond gown.  She would just glow!


I love Melissa Leo and have a feeling she will be taking home the statue, so she needs to dazzle and this Oscar de la Renta will do just that. 


Her Valentino daisy number for the Golden Globes was all wrong and I am left hoping Michelle Williams will go either bright and sparkly or sexy and sparkly.  Either dress will flatter her pixie cut.


Red is the perfect color for Natalie the sure winner for Best Actress on Sunday.  This gown will accentuate her growing bump and standout when she is accepting her Oscar.


Is it just me or has Nicole Kidman been a lot more personable on the red carpet lately?  I am leaning towards the Naeem Khan dress, but either would make her look statuesque on Sunday. 


Anne Hathaway has a great job hosting the awards and will no doubt be sporting numerous gowns through the telecast.  I am crossing my fingers this Oscar de la Renta is one of them!


She isn't nominated but always kills it on the red carpet at any awards show.  I want this new mama to be to walk down the carpet in this show stopping Marchesa.  Stunning.

What celebs are you most excited to see on the red carpet?  Do you think my picks will land my celebs on the best dressed or answering to Joan Rivers and the Fashion Police?  What was your favorite Fall 2011 RTW show? 

Ciao luvies!