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I have been thinking a lot lately about how the internet and television have changed the sources for fashion, style and beauty for women around the world. With so many apps, blogs, and programs dedicated to the progression of the art, magazines have and in my belief, will continue to be the most respected source of insight for fashion.. ELLE UK 2011 via   Fashion Fame One thing that I truly believe in, however, is the power a bold, printed image of an intelligent, beautiful,

I love a lazy morning, especially one spent LUSTING over so-gorgeous-it-hurts handbags, here are some heartbreakers of mine… Cé line has such an understated chicness about it, I love the modern lines and long stemmed handles, its just so luxe and pretty!  Chloé  is also a favorite of mine, they are much more simplified, it just makes sense. The bowling style pictured above is so roomy, just waiting to be filled up! Herm é s Birkin is undoubtedly the most chic accessory a wome

As much as I love my bed (complete with a mirrored bed tray, that yes, I sleep with), I have been thinking more and more about getting a nice throw, perfect for all the naps I love to take! Here are some inspiration pictures of FUR throws (of course mine would be faux) but you can’t beat the luxury… As much as I like color instead of all-white, I am more of accepting of all white in the bedroom, having the fur adds a little sophistication… Loving the bronze/gold pairing with

Handbags come in so many styles and say a lot about a person, but I think most women probably carry the same items. Here’s what’s in my bag, WHAT’S IN YOURS? I just recently got a new bag and I am completely obsessed with it! I love the rich green color, and while looking for this one, I decided not to allow myself to buy another black one, I think this color will go with most fall outfits and even work well in Spring and Summer!  Green Bag via ZARA.com I needed a really larg

I love fashion and have an appetite for many items, thus I am always on the hunt for affordable style, here are some reasonable finds… Statement Necklace $22 via Nordstrom BP Boatneck Tee $17.94 via   Old Navy Shoe bootie $59.99 via   Payless Still in love with color-blocking and I am adamant about keeping the trend alive in Fall!  Satchel Bag $36.00 via  Oasis Bracelet $3.50 via  Charlotte Russe Blouse $24.95 via   H&M Hat $9.50 via  H&M Earrings $6.00 via   Nordstrom BP Clu

While perusing through an art website called,  ugallery.com , I discovered some alluring photography from   Rebecca Plotnick , an artist from Chicago! Plotnick captures beautiful architecture in Versailles, Paris, the south of France, Spain, the UK, and even paints the subways in New York City to have undeniable character. As fellow Chicagoan, I am proud to shed some light on Plotnick’s work! Carousel in Montpelier Early Morning in Montpelier If you have ever lived in or vis

I am currently obsessing over the notion of having a bar cart in my living room, Bar carts have been around since before prohibition and have a timeless feel to them, and I have been inspired to make a BAR CART my new project… Image via pinterest.com This bar cart initiated the idea, I love how the mirrored shelves look under the blue glasses and pink flowers, a great use of bold colors! Image via pinterest.com This one is more simple and less decorative but still serves its

If anyone knows Los Angeles-SoCal style, its’ RACHEL ZOE The epitome of BOHO CHIC, Rachel Zoe has always been a source of inspiration for a more sophisticated california girl. Her new line adds elegance to cali’s signature beachy waves, sun-kissed skin, and bare bodies look… Rachel Zoe Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection I love the contrast between the color and style of this dress. Most red dresses are meant to be very bold and somewhat overpowering, but this one is fun and f

Hotel bars are my new favorite LA trend and The Viceroy puts all other Santa Monica nightlife to shame Image via unearthed.typepad.com Image via wilesmag.com Pops of green add a modern twist to the more clean, classic black and white decor Image via viceroysantmonica.com Image via photobucket.com Even the restroom screams glam with its beautiful green subway tiling, countered by the timeless checkered floors Image via yelp.com Image via poppygetsalife.com Image via yelp.com

Summer seems to be about simplifying style, less is more, but FALL has a different approach. Colder weather requires more layers, let’s load up on accessories… Here are some finds on my mind… DVF via piperlime.com Perfect for shielding that year round California sunshine… Shoe wedge via zara.com Casualty of a shoe, comfort of a wedge, all with some added height, a must add to my fall wardrobe Blue scarf via topshop.com Circle scarves are so practical and chic; a bold color do

Paris… is down the street Emma and I came across this charming french cafe, La Provence, around the corner of our apartment in Brentwood, Los Angeles Image via yelp.com Image via yelp.com We lunched and allowed the nostalgia of Paris to fully set in, while drooling at the overabundance of perfectly placed macaroons… Image via google.com La Provence has this Brentwood location, as well as one in Beverly Hills Image via yelp.com Image via yelp.com Prosecco and champagne perfect

"Whoever said orange was the new pink, was seriously..”, CORRECT! Sorry Elle Woods, but orange has got some weight on this one, as a loyal pink advocate I must admit, ORANGE is always on my mind… Image via pinterest.com It makes a statement! But it doesn’t have to be overbearing, just the right dose of orange is cool… Image via pinterest.com Image via withlovefromkat.com After all, Hermès made orange  très  chic Image via decorpad.com Image via flickr.com Image via decorpad.c

I recently saw The Debt, and was quite moved by the performances of Helen Mirren, Jessica Chastain, and Sam Worthington. The film is a remake of the 2007 Iraeli film under the same name, directed by Assaf Bernstein. Image via matttrailer.com Image via matttrailer.com Image via bestmovieswallpaper.com Taking place in 1997, with flashbacks from 1966, this film captures its audience with gory action, a pulsating romance, and some moral questioning.  How far would you go to pro