Shopping Spree

{photos from Forever 21}

{Lanvin for H&M}

So....I was pretty naughty the past few days while visiting my besties in Vegas. I spent way too much dough on clothes, food & of course, booze. But hey, that's what Sin City's for. Among many, many other things, I bought the jacket & boots shown at top from the most HUMONGOUS, large & in charge Forever 21 I have EVER seen...and that's saying a lot. *Loves* And of course, I'm already looking into more duds that are absolutely unnecessary, like the drool-worthy Lanvin for H&M line coming out soon. (Ummm...hello, yellow.) My wallet is slowly recovering but I still miss my lovies and those blindingly bright lights like nobody's business. Until next time, LV...I bid you adieu.

Citizen Kane

I have forever been fascinated by twentieth century history, and particularly by the opulent life of media tycoon William Randolph Hearst. A few weeks ago I was lucky enough to take a day trip to visit his renowned estate in San Simeon. Hearst Castle sits atop a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean and anyone will tell you that it is massive, breathtaking, decadent, and downright fabulous. Between the imported fifteenth century ceilings and the gold-laden indoor pool, to the furniture no man would ever feel comfortable touching, Hearst's "ranch," as he called it, is a gorgeous masterpiece and a true labor of love. The eerie fog cascaded beautifully over the property during the night tour. I can just picture Marion Davies prepping for the night in her luxurious silks and furs, set to entertain Hollywood royalty. Sigh. A girl can dream.

Dreaming of La La Land

Venice Beach

Our hotel, the Millennium Biltmore in downtown LA

The amazing architecture of Griffith Observatory

Enjoying the splendor of the Santa Monica pier

About a week ago, I had the BEST road trip to LA with my love. :) We've been to LA so many times, but I really think this trip was the best. We tried Roscoe's, Pink's Hot Dogs, ice cream at the Santa Monica Pier....not to mention our hotel was the epitome of old Hollywood glam, and hundreds of movies and TV shows were filmed there! To say I love LA is a severe understatement, and this trip proved my love & devotion!

Yum.

{Paul Rudd photo courtesy of gq.com}

Dashing good looks + hilarious persona = my ultimate celebrity crush. Enough said.

Luxe Interiors

I adore this combination of modern and retro glam that I saw awhile ago from Coco + Kelley

Saw this lovely pic on Design Darling, originally from here

I am in love with emerald everything lately; love the paint job of this room I saw from The Decorista

I've been all about interior decor lately, slowly gathering photos of how I would want my future place to look. I found these pictures to be particularly inspiring, and I have the sudden urge to paint the next wall I see! (High vaulted ceilings have proven to be a major hindrance, boo.) How beautiful and crisp do white and emerald look together?

Happy {Early} Weekend.

{via 1963 issue of VOGUE}

Hoping you have a lovely summer weekend...I'll be camping at the beach starting tomorrow, right before I start my new job (eep!) Cheers! :)

New Beginnings

Though things have been a little hectic lately, I am so happy to say that I recently snagged a new job! I will be doing exactly what I went to school for and exactly what I had my heart set on. My new position will be as a marketing and event coordinator, and I absolutely cannot wait! I start next week and though it'll be a tough transition and a rather lengthy commute, I know it will all be worth it. I'll be taking a little trip this weekend to help me unwind before the chaos begins...stay tuned!