Kind of wishing I could stay on the Cape forever. It's just so insanely romantic and enchanting. Any weather here is magical, it's spellbinding 365 days a year. I am also loving this new white coat. I found it back in LA at the Melrose Trading Post flea market. It was missing some buttons, so I got some new ones and had my mom sew them on for me. One of these days I will finally learn how to sew for myself. I love the brocade print that's embossed on it. It makes me feel like such a lady. It's nice when an item of clothing makes you over from the inside out. I find myself standing up taller in this coat and feeling all proper, like I should be meeting someone for tea.
// Coat - vintage // Dress - Free People // Boots - Sam Edleman // Hat - U/O //
It has finally been cold and rainy here in Los Angeles and I couldn't be happier about it. I can finally sport my navy and black, color-blocked, wool coat from Barney's. I left my old umbrella in a restaurant in Paris ages ago, and it took me nearly a year to find one to replace it. I found this one this summer in Cape Cod at the Marc Jacobs store, but it hasn't really rained much. I love a fun, whimsical umbrella and Marc Jacobs really delivers. There are other great color combos of this design too. Check em out here.
I was feeling very simple and basic today as you can see. I went for neutral colors and natural make up with a little swipe of eyeliner. It's nice to look bare and fresh. I added just a little edge with my hot pink bra showing through my paper thin tee.
Recently Benefit decided to discontinue my favorite blush ever. The 10 -a two in one bronzer/highlighter, much to my dismay, to say the least. It took me three trips to Sephora to finally find a new one. So many blushes/bronzers have so much glitter in them and I am not a fan. After some assistance from a very helpful employee I have found my new blush, Hourglass Illume Cream-to-Powder Bronzer in Sunset. It took some getting used to but I have finally mastered applying it with my fingers. I think it really makes a beautiful, natural glow.
// coat -Barney's New York // jeans-Paige // boots-Sam Edleman // tee - Style Mint
Feeling like a blackbird today. This capey shirt and all black ensemble makes me feel like I may grow feathers and fly away. If I could I would fly somewhere colder than sunny L.A. I can't take anymore eighty degree weather. I dream of grey skies, a chill in the air and a fall breeze. Wearing all
black is really keeping me sane until I can finally sport
sweaters, beanies and thick, wooly socks. All black is a regular thing for me, especially during the fall and winter seasons. I don't know why exactly. I always find that I feel like my true self in a colorless look and a bold lip with edgy accessories. Today I was feeling like a minimalist and went light on the jewelry, well, light for me. I figured in case I did grow some wings I wouldn't want a wristful of bangles to weigh me down.
This top I got in Greece in Oia on my honeymoon, it was on the mannequin and I was like yes I will have that please. It's a Greek designer called Moutaki. These skinnies I got in D.C. at a random Barney's outlet that we stumbled across. They're The Cameron by Genetic Denim in Raven. They're pretty much the best motorcycle inspired jean I have come across. They're super stretchy and comfortable with great detailing and cut. Paired with my Sam Edelman Zoe Booties (they are my faves I have worn these so much I may need another pair) - it's the perfect day to night look for this transitional weather. Especially when I toss in my quilted, silver Rebecca Minkoff bag.
Now I am really ready to grow some wings and fly away...
"Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
Take these broken wings and learn to fly...."
"All your life, you were only waiting
for this moment to arise..."
"Blackbird fly, blackbird fly,
into the light of the dark, black night..."
// Top - Moutaki // Jeans - Genetic Denim // Bag - Rebecca Minkoff // Boots - Sam Edelman //
// Bralette - Free People //
I have this grunge side to me that comes out pretty often this time of year. I am a child of the 90s after all. I listened to Nirvana, sported baby tees, watched TGIF, was down with O.P.P., I may have even worn a pair of stirrup leggings. The 90s will always be inside of me, popping out when it can. Hence, I am drawn to flannels like a moth to the flame. They are so comfy. I love pairing them with my leggings and and Sam Edelman Zoe boots(best boots ever, I love and wear them so much I'm considering getting a second pair). I have been nursing a growing need to wear beanies everyday. I have been wearing them whenever I can get away with it. The leather jacket gives it the finishing touch. It makes me think of Marlon Brando in "The Wild One". Swoon. Love him!
This has been one of my go to ensembles lately. I have been running around so much I don't have a lot of time to put a look together, I am a busy little bee these days. I love this outfit because it's so easy to just throw on and go. I love the color blocking on this sweater, it feels a little 60s mod but also contemporary and chic. It makes me feel very polished and ready to take care of business. Plus it's so soft and warm and cozy. I feel like I am wearing a blanket with arm holes, haha. Love it.
1. Agnes Obel is a danish singer/songwriter. She has been playing piano since a she was a little girl, honing her skills. She seems to effortlessly pour out entrancing, waltzy, melodies with her perfect pitch. I just want to listen to her while I watch a delicate snow fall through the window. She transports me into another dimension. I find her to be truly hypnotic...and just so gorgeous and dreamy...
a live performance of her song "Smoke and Mirrors" //Mahogany Session...
...performing her song "Philharmonics" in Bologna...
...and a Lulu Rouge remix of her song Riverside, for those of you who crave that bass and pulsing beat...
2. Twin Peaks is a television series created by David Lynch and Mark Frost, it aired in 1990-1991 on ABC. It's starts out with Agent Dale Cooper, played by Kyle MacLachlan, being called to Twin Peaks to investigate the murder of Laura Palmer(Sheryl Lee). I don't want to give too much away, but there's all kinds of mysterious, idiosyncratic occurrences and behaviors...including pretty ladies, owls, motorcycles, The Man from Another Place, a giant, coffee, spirits, a diner, a roadhouse, a cave, creepy woods, a crazy red room and David Lynch himself even makes an appearance in a few episodes. Twin Peaks is a great way to keep yourself entertained while cooped up inside. You'll want to watch episode after episode.
I got Minkpink's 'Russian Roulette' Printed Burnout Velvet Capefrom Dear Fieldbinder's on Smith St. in Brooklyn over Thanksgiving...And ever since I just want to wear it all the time. Like every day. I've been wanting to dress up like the love child of Stevie Nicks and Jim Morrison. In LA the weather has been strangely, hot and muggy. The heavy air is the perfect backdrop for my ethereal shenanigans to play out. It really makes me want to run around like a wild beast, the unnatural heat really brings it out in me. After all my tarot card is The Magician, it's really quite fun to channel.
4. "Le coeur a ses raisons que la raison ne connaît point"
It's a quote from Blaise Pascal, the translation is "The heart has its reasons, whereas reason know nothing of."
6. DELIRIUM Sensual Gardenia Candles This candle is like a sultry garden and creeps up and slowly engulfs you in its sensual aroma. I placed mine on my bedside table. Even unlit I breathe in wafts of its deep, sweet trails. It's reminscent of a lush hideaway behind a wall of vines. I wish it would burn forever and ever! I think I have found my new scent.
5. ZICOCoconut Water is a miracle elixir. Whether you're at the computer, working out or had too much to drink, this is the drink you want within arm's reach to quench your thirst. Coconut water has been engineered by nature to keep things alive in a desert island scenario. When you get home from the bar drink a glass before you go to sleep, I promise you no hangover. I like to drink a big glass 20 min before I workout and then I don't need to drink anything until after. It will make your skin healthier by moisturizing it from the inside out. It's great during winter months where skin tends to get a bit dry. Even if you don't like the taste they make it flavored with mango, lime and chocolate, although I prefer the original. So let's hydrate!
7. One Thousand and One Nights
If you're not familiar, it's a collection of Middle Eastern and South Asian stories and folk tales compiled in Arabic during the Islamic Golden Age. including Sinbad the Sailor, The Story of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, Aladdin and the magic lamp and more...I just got a Penguins Classic version for Hanukkah(shown above). The back of the book reads:
"These stories contain the very finest jinns, money-changers, princes and slave girls, viziers, fisherman and kings, magical gardens of paradise, warriors, princesses, palaces, wonderful talking birds, caliphs and merchants, sultans and dancing girls, robbers and enchanted rings, and fantastical fountains of youth.
Read these tales and be transported to a remarkable world of excitement and romance."
8. Nina Simone, Ricky Nelson and The Jungle Book
All three of these records are so magical! Nina Simone at Newport is just the jazz and soul I need to inspire me for a night out. She howls away and pounds those keys, her spirit is contagious! Ricky Nelson takes it in a whole other direction. Light some candles, open a bottle of wine and get ready for your heart to break. He just captures the melancholy, loneliness of longing to be loved in his wholesome, country twang. "Lonesome Town" is my favorite song. Then there is The Jungle Book. This record is the whole Disney story, it's like watching the movie. I love putting it on and cleaning the house. I can sing along to all my old favorites (like "I Wanna Be Like You" "My Own Home" and "Bare Necessities") and reminisce of being a kid.
9. Zee Avi "Concrete Wall"
I cannot get enough of this song! It's so catchy...and how cute is she banging the drum?
10. Natural Stone Mega Rings
I love me some BIG rings. I usually wear pretty basic color pallets, so I rely a lot on accessories to punch up the ensemble. I love the natural stones because they remind me that untamed, natural beauty can be those most inspirational. There's so many astonishing textures occurring all around via mother nature. I love all the edges and many facets of raw quartz, it reveals to me the way the world comes together, and so do all the many parts of me. The Tiger's Eye reminds me of the inner life force, and to keep my fire blazing. The black gemstone is cut open allowing a peek at the shimmering colors inside. To me it represents holding back a little and not giving all your eggs away in one basket.
