If only I was Hilton, instead of a Budget Inn...

by Heather

...I'd be enjoying Melanie's destination wedding celebration in this ensemble, while sipping Sex on the [Mexican] Beach.


Zimmerman bikini

Seventh Wonder crochet dress

Botetega Veneta patterned sunglasses


PrettyFine starfish earrings
Oscar de la Renta's twisted metal headband


Tapeet chain T-bar sandals

Lookbook: Tree Hugger

by Heather
I spotted this incredible tree walking to the ocean over the weekend -- so much texture and character. And a perfect place for me to rest. My boyfriend and I ended up walking over 2 hours throughout Santa Monica. We had lunch at Amelia's on Main Street, walked barefoot on the sand, and played around on the pier. It was a beautiful day.

Of course I wasn't wearing this ensemble, we went back Sunday to shoot some photos.




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Vintage sweater dress; Tassel necklace from PrettyFine Jewelry; Studded belt from some random shop on main street SM (also seen here); Italian boots from Loehmann's bought several years ago.

Lookbook: Grey Matters

by Heather
Running errands in comfort.





Tweed hat by Alternative Apparel; sweater from H&M; black silk tank from Alternative Apparel; leggings from American Apparel; handbag by DKNY; geometric silver bracelet by Heirra; rings by PrettyFine Jewelry; earrings by PrettyFine Jewelry; boots by Dolce Vita; striped scarf from H&M.

Is everyone getting settled into 2010? I've been contemplating the new year, the new decade. Figuring out the direction I would like to take.
Although, I'm not a fan of making new year's resolutions -- the half-hearted response, "oh yeah, I would like to do this and these changes would be cool." Only 5% of these resolutions are achieved. Instead, I like to think about how I want to grow as a person and the experiences I would like to have. I already have a few exciting changes in the pipeline for this year (can't wait to share them with you when the time comes!). Overall, I'm setting my sights on learning, traveling and strengthening relationships.

Lookbook: Sofalite

by Heather

Sorry for the lack of posting lately, I've just been so busy jet-setting sofa lounging. It's tough being an [underfunded] heiress. ;)







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Vintage slip; Vintage Cami; Eyelet jacket from F21; Necklace from PrettyFine Jewelry; Belt from some random shop on Main Street in Santa Monica; Booties BCBG; Handbag by Cynthia Rowley.

Hope everyone has a fantastic NYE! Whoo-hoo 2010! What's everyone doing? Me, Mel, and our boyfriends will be celebrating with a low-key dinner and drinks tonight.
I'm excited for the new year, making some moves in the right direction. I think it's going to be a good one!

Lookbook: Acid Trip

by Heather
At first I said unh-hu, I'm not succumbing to the acid-wash/stone-wash 80's revival trend. Because, I actually wore it back in the day (albeit, I was in grade school). But the more I saw it, the more I wanted it. So I opted for a black wash, subdued version.



My taste in fashion has become more refined and true to myself as I've aged. In my late teens and early 20's I coveted EVERY fashion trend, but now I'm much more selective. I tend to buy staples that I know I'll wear for years to come. Accessories are my fashion-forward ammunition.



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Are you gals into the '80s and '90s trends, if you remember when it was first on the scene?

Acid wash leggings by American Apparel; faux-leather jacket by Zara; silk tank by Alternative Apparel; booties by BCBG; Necklace by PrettyFine Jewelry; moonstone ring by PrettyFine Jewelry; vintage WMMS (Cleveland rock station) pin; zebra shades from Anthropologie; Bag by Tosca Blu.

Lookbook: Pullover! Pullover!

by Heather
No, it's a cardigan but thanks for noticing.

A little movie quoting. Who knows what movie?!




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Belt by Streets Ahead; gold earrings by Prettyfine Jewelry; scarf by Calvin Klein; cardigan by Samsonite (from Loehmann's several years ago. I didn't know they made clothes either.); jeans by Citizen of Humanity (old, but revamped with a DIY over-dyed blue); over-the-knee boots by Miss Me.

I had trouble sleeping last night, got my second wind around 10pm as usual, so I stayed up past 3am enthralled with Penelope Trunk's blog: Brazen Careerist. Melanie got me hooked. She gives modern advice with a unique perspective.

Lookbook: Sparkle

by Heather

A little sparkle for a holiday party.
I'll be attending my boyfriend's condo association's x-mas party in San Diego this Sunday. He said the attire is "smart casual" so do you think this fits the bill?





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Grey sweater stolen from sister's closet; Belt from American Apparel; Black stretch pants by 7 for all Mankind (bought a year ago at Loehmann's); pumps from 9 West; Necklace from PrettyFine; rings from PrettyFine; Earrings from PrettyFine; Purse by Cynthia Rowley (another Loehmann's find from a couple of years ago -- gosh, I use to practically live there!).

Like the jewelry? You can win it by entering the giveaway (click on present icon on right hand sidebar).

Lookbook: Sitting Pretty

by heather
Hey you. How was your weekend? I had a lovely time enjoying the sunshine here in Santa Monica. On Sunday my sleepyhead raced to Main Street to catch the tail end of the Farmer's Market. I was hoping to buy some juicy pluots and a chocolate almond croissant, but to my dismay they were either sold out or not available. So I diverted my food cravings by indulging in some shopping. I bought this gorgeous rayon floral dress for $32.99!

I love the colors in this dress. They make it easy to transition it through all the seasons here in Cali (or lack thereof :)).

The dress had shoulder straps that tie, but I wanted a more sophisticated look so I cut them off.
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Dress by Audrey 3+1 from Bumble Bee boutique (inexpensive trendy clothes); Belt from another random boutique on main street; Jacket by Theory; Booties by BCBG; Earring by Heirra; Bracelets by Heirra; Tights from the 99 cent store.


P.S. Don't forget to enter the $100 jewelry giveaway!

Lookbook: Into the Hood

by Heather
I've been sick the past few days, so due to lack of energy I'll let the photos speak for themselves.



I look kind of possessed in this last photo huh?

Sweater by Lily McNeal;pants from Anthropologie; shoes from 9West; belt by Moschino; necklace from PrettyFine; ring from PrettyFine.

Blogger Pick 3

by Heather
Blogger stalk with me. Here's a pic I took of myself with my Mac camera while enjoying coffee, my yard, and blogger fashion looks.

via Mr. Newton. If they remade the TV series Fame, I think she would be on it. This look is so adorable.


Constance-Victoria. Her photos are always so artistic and she has great style.

4th And Bleeker. Alex's fashion sense is fun, but it's her witty writing that keeps me coming back. I wish she would post more often!

I think I was going for a monochromatic tone with these picks.

Stalking any new blogs lately?

Lookbook: Creme Brulee Haze

by Heather
I'm sitting here in a creme brulee coma. I swear I was only going to eat half, but the spoon just took over. It's that time of the month, so calories don't count -- similar to the vacation rule. I pray my booty understands this. And I promise the food themed lookbooks will stop soon.





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Tweed jacket by S-Twelve (sample piece found for $20 on a sale rack at some random store on Main St. in SM); Blue knit dress by Alternative Apparel; Scarf by Alternative Apparel; Earrings by PrettyFine; Rings by PrettyFine; Boots by Franco Sarto (bought several years ago).

BTW, the movie "9 1/2 Weeks" is playing in the background as I'm working on my laptop. Too bad my BF isn't here while I'm eating my creme brulee ;) I can't remember the first time I watched it, certainly not '86, but it was a long time ago. And wow, Kim Basinger is stunning and Mickey Rourke was pretty sexy in his heyday (hard to image now). Gotta love the classic '80s fashion in this movie: over-sized silhouettes, shoulder pads, menswear influence, nylon stockings, heavy black eyeliner.