Posted in December 2011

MOTHER MAY I


(Photos from: here)

I have been obsessed with Mother Denim ever since they hit retail stores. I always thought I belonged in the 70′s and their denim is just another way to feel like it. It has a dated quality that makes the feel and look of the denim nostalgic like they’ve seen a few road trippin’ summers and rock shows. So here’s the low down: Having previously worked for Citizens of Humanity and 7 For All Man-Kind, Co-designers Tim Kaeding and Lela Tillem got together to create a more personal, fresh, and iconic denim brand separated from jeans mainstream. It’s a brand for that edgy girl looking to be a little rocker but still feel feminine. You know?  And all the denim is hand made in the good ol’ USA!!! All the more reason to love.

When I came across these paradise of a pant I think my eyes dilated a little bit. How appropriate for the island loving, statement -piece wearing fashion girl?! And it’s just the right amount of color and print to clear the tacky category. It’s also a great alternative to a lot of the spring runway with island-ish inspired prints (e.g. Stella McCartney for an arm and a leg.) You can check out more denim delights on the Mother Denim website.

And until these bad boys hit the retail stores, oh boy oh brother oh mother.. I’ll be waiting!!

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CALIFORNIA CHRISTMAS


(Photos by: TR; Top: T by Alexander Wang, Jeans: MM6 by Margiela, Flats: Cynthia Vincent, Sunglasses: Crush, Jewelry: Hinu)

We got to spend Christmas day out at a California ranch house with family, friends, good times and tons of amazing food. It was such a beautiful day and I felt incredibly blessed.. to be exactly where I was.. at that moment.

Now, the ranch house. Filled with amazing goodies that I will post later. Antiques galore! American Pickers would go crazy at this place! There were even persimmon preserves from the 70′s (not intentional though.. haha! They accidently got left to preserve a little too long!) I was especially drawn to the orchard. I wasn’t carrying around that persimmon for looks!! All kinds of goodies in all shapes and forms.. I’m telling you!!

I also got a new handy-dandy camera for Christmas (thanks jennifer, I love it!!) It’s a Fujifilm Instax! Probably one of the coolest gifts of the season! I have been getting good use out of it for sure! Maybe you’ll even see the fruits of it’s instant labor too. ;)

All in all, a very enjoyable Christmas away from home.

x

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WAVE OF BEAUTY


(Photos taken by: Brooklyn Dombroski, Model: Brittney Valverde)

When I saw the first image [of this particular shoot] on Brooke and Brittney’s Instagram I was immediately obsessed. I got that same feeling I get when I drive up to my favorite surf spot and the waves are glassy and perfect. Or when I find out a pair of shoes I have been wanting but couldn’t afford have gone on major sale. Completely inspired by these images. And excited. I got in touch with Brooke and practically begged her to let me feature the images.. and then kept reminding her to send me the shots. Crazy person.

The concept is genius, Brittney is absolutely stunning, the waves are massive, and Brooke’s images are amazing. The whole idea of shooting fashion/style at one of the most famous surf spots in the world [Pipeline] really strike a cord for lady slider. It’s like a match made in surf-fashion heaven. Also, don’t we all want be this beautiful and take amazing photos like this?? I mean really.

Wave of beauty. Enough said.

x

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MEOW AND NOW

I really need to add a “random and irrelevant” section to my blog because there are times when I want to post about things like.. this.. that don’t really fit into a fashion, waves, or travel category. I couldn’t help myself though. I was at the San Diego Zoo and felt like I was 6 years old again. I sat on the stool like a giddy little girl as the face-painter girl (who was probably younger than me) painted out my request. Yes, a cheetah. So silly. I even went to dinner with it afterwards. People were definitely giving me double looks as I drank my wine and ate my pasta. Hahaha! I’m so glad I did it!! It felt so good to walk around feeling like a 6 year old feeling like a kitty cat. I had a really hard time taking a shower to wash it all away..

I’m totally into the meow.. now!

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MELE KALIKIMAKA


(Photo by: me)

Hoping everyone has an amazing holiday.. filled with family, friends, and whatever it is that fulfills and enlightens you!

Mele Kalikimaka from the road!

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READY FOR RELAXATION


(Book can be found: here)

It has been an exceptionally stressful holiday season and I cannot wait to catch a plane and  be on an actual holiday. What better way to get into the mood then flipping through the Seaside Style book of homes in exotic destinations. I am, after all, going away to feel at home.. if that makes sense?? California may not be an exotic destination but I am definitely going to make the most of it! Leafing through the pages has already put me at peace with the whirlwind of a month I have had.

Take me there.. because I am ready to relax for the rest of the holidays!

x

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QUEEN OF THE ROAD


(Photos from: here)

I love Jason Lee Parry’s photography. Minus some of the vulgarity and law suit.. he has a compelling point-of-view. Although the whole road trip concept puts my Away On the Road to shame it is what I’ve always dreamed of. Summer time, open road, great style, and my man driving a convertible mustang (instead of an El Camino..I’m not sure it’s really our style, you know??) This re-affirms my love for the desert and my desire to get lost in it for sure.

And really, don’t we all want to be queen of the road??

x

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HOLST + LEE | STATEMENT PIECES


(Photos from: here)

Pretty obsessed with Holst + Lee Jewelry/Accessories line ever since I saw it styled on the Mara Hoffman Spring 2012 Fashion Show. I’m gonna try and  get my hands on at least one piece when I’m New York.. might need to sell a liver but whatever. Maybe I’ll even try to sneak to the showroom just to touch/see/feel?! Haha. They’re pretty fab. I must say. I think they would be great Christmas gifts.. actually. You know, because I wouldn’t mind getting one as a stocking stuffer or something. Hint hint. Magnets and beads and and intricate threading and colors. Heck yes.

Appropriate statement pieces for the fashionable island girl. Heh.

x

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DESTINATION BEACH


(Top: Surf Bazaar, Shorts: 7 for all mankind, Sunglasses: Chloé, Jewelry: Hinu)

Even though the weather is chilly and wet it is always worth a try at the beach. You know? I don’t know what else to do on the weekends anyway?! Strong trade winds, showers pending, peek-a-boo sun, on again off again. The weather was teasing us all weekend. It really makes me appreciate those rare winter days with dead winds and sunny skies.. especially at night when the air is still and the moon is full. When will we ever get those this winter?! I still appreciate my time at the beach though. Digging my toes into the wet sand, watching people try to battle the wind-blasted waves, running across the beach to “get the shot” of a random rainbow, snacking on deeeeelicious spicy edamame and coco water, good conversation with friends. You can’t really complain.

Rain or shine the weekends are meant to be spent at the beach. In Hawaii anyway.

x

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INTO WINTER


(Rag & Bone Duffle Coat with Leather Trim, Wool & the Gang Snood Dog DIY Knit Scarf, T by Alexander Wang Single Pocket Long Sleeve Tee, Mulberry Leather Weekend Bag, Cobra Society Hand-Woven Wool and Brushed Leather Thigh Boots, Bottega Veneta Nero Suede Gloves)

I thought it would be appropriate to start looking into the idea of winter clothing. I’ll be traveling to some cold places over the next couple of months and should be prepared!! Who said a Mulberry bag is a little outrageous for a travel bag?! And Bottega Veneta gloves??? Pffft!! Totally necessary.. I think. But what is definitely the coolest item in the batch is the Wool and the Gang DIY scarf. I can knit my scarf on the plane beforehand!! Genius!

I’ll be drooling about staying warm with these items into the winter season..

x

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