January 2012
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instagram mondays
1. sammie spotting 2. eating Chester’s hot fries with chopsticks, per usual 3. trying a new Philosophy scent…smells like a fresh flower shop 4. prairie cat look 5. 2 free polishes I picked - Pasha and Caitlin. Pasha is goooorgeoussss 6. mosaic bracelet: Forever 21 7. found this pet male peacock while touring a 9mil home 8. just exquisite 9....
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benefit lipstick on sale!
Very quick, I wanted to share with you this awesome deal I found and I want to post it before it’s too late! On Amazon.com, selected Benefit full-finish lipsticks are on sale for $7. I have the color “Rumor” (not on sale :[ ) in my makeup arsenal and it is one of my favorites. The color is rich, it’s hydrating, and it stays on a long time even while eating and drinking....
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prairie cat
It was a hot 85˚ a couple days ago, marking the return of the SoCal sunshine we all know and love. Seeing the sun blazing through my window really put me in the mood to mix colors into my outfit. I got this Motel skirt on sale for £12 (approx $21)! Combine that and free US shipping - exactly why Motel is one of my top brands. I must have accordion pleats in my maxi skirts. I just adore the...
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tabbycat
Here’s my favorite sweater again on top of my favorite mustard button up blouse. This was my CNY look so I had to incorporate a little gold and red to make the moms happy and give myself some good luck for this new year. I opted for the small pop of red lips. Instead of going all knit, I threw in some faux leather...
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clarisonic mia review
So I’ve been meaning to rave about my new Clarisonic mia ever since I got it for Christmas. I know almost all of you know about the Clarisonic. I knew about it when it first came out, but the first one (the big one) was so expensive and I didn’t know if it was just all hype. Like really, a brush for your face? I thought it was unnecessary. After a while I kinda forgot about it. Then my...
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instagram mondays
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silver lining
It was the first chilly day of the week, but for some reason I felt more reason to stroll to the nearby park after work. With any work outfit, I have to stick to the conservative side, but I try to add a pop to make it less boring. These shoes more than enough made a bang with my boss (in a good way!). I got them from this amazing boutique called Ambiance in San Francisco about two years ago...
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silver lining
It was the first chilly day of the week, but for some reason I felt more reason to stroll to the nearby park after work. With any work outfit, I have to stick to the conservative side, but I try to add a pop to make it less boring. These shoes more than enough made a bang with my boss (in a good way!). I got them from this amazing boutique called Ambiance in San Francisco about two years ago...
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my skincare routine: jan 2012
For the last couple of months, I decided to slow down from using Avene and Glytone daily to two to three times a week. My skin had been behaving very well for the last two years, so I thought I would take care of it from a more sensitive skin approach. On my off days, I try to stick with basic, gentle stuff. I use Philosophy Purity cleanser with my awesome...
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finding my Holy Grail
Before I scurried off to college in 2007, my skin was a mess, no lie. Acne was my worst enemy. I remember my first try at treating and hiding my acne when I was in the 7th grade and it was with the old, discontinued tinted clearasil - it was a concealer and acne med in one. What a mess that was. And that didn’t work except provide some cover. Then in early high school years I, of course,...
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skincare series
As much as I love detailing my wardrobe and shopping online every free minute I have, I’m still obsessed with one thing even more than my clothes: my skin. It’s been an up and down battle the last 11 years and my finally victorious control over my skin comes from consumingly-studied strategies, a thousand trials, and perhaps a little wisdom and confidence with age. My ideal of...
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instagram mondays
1. Ici ice cream, Berkeley2. persimmon brandied-currant 3. rings, F214. linguini al pesto con gamberi, Trattoria la Siciliana, Berkeley5. rings, F216. Tarte Lipsurgence lip stain in Enchanted - perfect for drying airplane weather7. ruby woo stained honey almond latte8. real crab california roll, Geta, Oakland9. new ostrich-embossed bag, alainnbella.com <310. sashimi combo, Geta,...
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quick to San Francisco I go
highlight of my trip: watching the underdogs beat Lebron James…or the Scharffenberger cream pie?! Wayfare Tavern Fresh Burrata at Wayfare Tavern Deviled Petaluma Eggs at Wayfare Tavern Organic Fried Chicken at Wayfare Tavern Wayfare Tavern Chocolate Cream Pie with Scharffenberger chocolate
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alleycat
This burnt orange knit is a constant in my wardrobe. I love sweaters that are lightweight but have a certain heaviness to it to keep you just warm and cozy and fitted. Also taking out my favorite mini studded bucket bag for a spin on a chill(y) night out. jacket: Armani Exchangesweater: Forever 21jeans: Rock & Republicshoes: Sway Boutiquebag: H&M
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currently lusting for....
Patrik Ervell I have been searching for a replacement white button up for a while now. Something special and more unique than my last woven button up from Zara. I think Ervell’s structure, crispness, and silk is exactly what I’m looking for… Jeffrey Campbell Azores Oh my Jeffrey Campbell…I picture myself walking down the Venice boardwalk wearing...
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currently lusting for....
Patrik Ervell I have been searching for a replacement white button up for a while now. Something special and more unique than my last woven button up from Zara. I think Ervell’s structure, crispness, and silk is exactly what I’m looking for… Jeffrey Campbell Azores Oh my Jeffrey Campbell…I picture myself walking down the Venice boardwalk wearing...
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domesticat
I’m always a fan of animal print, but the leopard has been in the spotlight way too long. The tiger can step in now. cardigan: Lush from Sway Boutique, my favorite tunic: Free People leggings: Urban Outfitters flats: Sam Edelman sunglasses: Ray Ban new wayfarer in tortoise
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a bun revelation
Have you had an AHA! moment recently? I did last night and I can’t be more smiley today because of successfully pulling together a simple, effortless bun in less than a minute using only two things versus a thousand bobby pins. My thick hair is kept long and layered so keeping it down or in a ponytail have been my only go-to options for a quick morning. I’ve always admired girly, messy...
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New Year's Eve in the Bay
Happy New Year lovelies! I can positively say this was the best [anniversary] weekend I’ve spent with my boo of one whole year (as of 1/1/12). Nothing but wine-ing and dining, relaxing, sleeping, and more eating. My NYE was filled with good company, good champagne, and surprisingly or not-so-surprisingly early night in for the old grandpa and grandma here. We woke up early in the morning to...
