4 spring shoe trends to shop now
Image via the CUT, Glamour, Pinterest, eat.sleep.wear Back on the blog today. I’m sorry for missing yesterday. I try to update Monday-Friday… but honestly, I was just TIRED. I have a lot on my plate...
View Article5 hair issues & easy at home treatment ideas for each
I went to my salon (Diva International) for a much needed haircut and refresh yesterday. My hairdresser, Diva, started out my visit with nice olive oil treatment – she heated up some olive oil, applied...
View Articlehappy PI day with these 5 pie recipes
I’m really looking forward to resting (and being productive) this weekend. I’m planning a pretty low key weekend. I may run a 12K on Sunday (it’s a beautiful course from Sausalito, over the Golden Gate...
View Articleseeing green
anthropologie skirt // Peter Pan collar top (old, similar here) // 3.1 Phillip Lim Cracked Leather Satchel // Loeffler Randall pumps (old but these similar pumps are also great for the office) // Bite...
View Articlean easy korean bibimbap inspired recipe
The last time I was in LA, I dropped by a little cafe in Brentwood called M Cafe for a solo weekday lunch. It’s your typical LA cafe – pressed juices, vegan and gluten free options, all that good stuff...
View Articlemaximizing the wardrobe: toning down the full skirt
Full, midi skirts make for a classic and polished look, especially for the office. But can it also look more effortlessly chic? I’m all about making the most out of my wardrobe, so for this installment...
View Articlesasstress approved: living proof conditioner
I’m pretty picky when it comes to my hair products. My hair is naturally thick, curly, frizzy, and can sometimes be difficult to manage. Other than Moroccan Oil, I love my Sebastian hair products –...
View Articleattitude is everything
I know that I may be totally cheesy, but I’m a firm believer of positive energy and that positive outcomes come from positive thoughts. I know I’ve mentioned a few times that I’m juggling a lot right...
View Articlepretty spring pastels
images via style.com (Rebecca Taylor, alice + olivia, rag + bone) Sure, every spring it’s either pastels or bright colors that dominate the runways and then the stores and streets. This year, it’s all...
View Articlebring back the old with my new spring workout playlist
(scenery on my new running route) I always say a good workout requires good music. Sadly, I completely hit a wall in my running routine a few weeks ago. My once enjoyable run in Golden Gate Park began...
View Articlebaking essentials to add to dessert making fun
There are a lot of things I love about baking and dessert making. A lot of it has to do with seeing people enjoy my creations. I’m telling you, it puts a smile on everyone’s faces including those who...
View Articlefinding an orange lipstick you’re actually comfortable with for spring
Orange is an intimidating color to wear on the lips, especially with my olive complexion. But given that electric orange lipstick is one of the hottest colors for spring and that I love bold lipsticks,...
View Articlecotton candy coated polka hearts
I’m a total girly girl. I love pink, flowers, bows, hearts, you name it. I had been wanting an oversized coat for awhile, but there wasn’t anything that was quite right. Then of course, just as winter...
View Articlespicy avocado egg salad recipe
I try to cook as much as possible, no matter how busy I get. But then I go through phases when it’s not finding the time to cook that is the issue. I simply can not think of anything satisfying …...
View Articlean easy and cheap cleaner for your not so cheap makeup brushes
There are those beauty products we buy and use up almost too quickly. Then there are those that we buy and use so little that they feel like a waste of money. Makeup brush cleaners are one of those....
View Articlemaximizing the wardrobe: layering the dress
Maje and Sandro were two of my staples when I lived in Europe, so naturally I had to stop by those stores when I was in Paris last summer. I spotted this simple sleeveless black dress at Maje (that I...
View Articlefirst friday april inspiration
The end of April will officially mark the one year anniversary for this blog! Can you believe it’s been a year? It’s funny looking at some of my old posts when I first started writing here. So...
View Articlemorning energy smoothie with peaches & raspberries
I had a great time at my triathlon training camping trip this past weekend, but I have to admit – I’m tired! There was a lot of preparing, road tripping, setting up and sleeping in a tent, and getting...
View Articlesasstress sale alerts
Early spring is usually not the best time to shop the sales. Typically you’ll just find expired trends, but as with everything there are exceptions. 3 of my favorite stores are having sales right now...
View Articleday to night makeup in 3 easy steps
Image via Elle UK It’s been unusually warm and sunny in SF these past few days. When the weather is this nice, I like to make plans to meet up with my friends after work. That usually involves at least...
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