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• New In: Summer Dress

  

  Some nights ago I found myself laying awake in bed wondering "whatever happened to Laura Ashley?". True story. Dress: Lush // Hat: eBay // Belt: Forever 21 //... Read more

  Posted on 24 June 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Green Life

  

  Like a good Californian, I've been eating a lot of avocados lately. Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• 21 Questions

  

  Yesterday evening while taking outfit photos, I had a rather aggravating encounter. For those of my readers who are also style bloggers (or any blogger that... Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• These Are My Favorite Things

  

  Wearing 3 of my (current) favorite things: white reflective sunglasses, my holograph necklace, and Big Star pink denim jacket. Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• In the Kitchen: New York Style Bagels

  

  Mmmm.... Nutella. Bagels are my ultimate comfort food. I've made the recipe twice in one week! I followed this one here. Read more

  Posted on 14 June 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Daydreamer

  

  I have often thought myself a free spirit of sorts. A blossoming flower in the gentle breeze, bound and tethered to no one. I am free to love, and be with... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Fields of Gold

  

  Amberie sunglasses // Solemio top // Althropologie waxed linen shorts // Forever 21 parka and necklace The summer I turned 16 years old my mother took me on a... Read more

  Posted on 10 June 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• In the Kitchen: Savory Sunday Brunch

  

  Sunday morning brunches are always the best. Especially when the eggs come out exactly as planned. It's asparagus season here in Northern California: it's fresh... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Just My Cup of Tea

  

  Hat: eBay // Sunglasses: Amberie // Necklace: Banana Republic (on sale!) // Dress: Gap (on clearance, plus an extra 30% off) // Shoes: Zara // Lips: MAC... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• In the Kitchen: Belizean Rice and Beans

  

  In February '12, Fermin and I traveled to Ambergris, Belize. One of my staple foods while island hopping was ever present Belizean rice and beans dish (and as... Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Dragonflies and Florals

  

  What says Spring better than florals, friendly flying insects, and patent leather? Dress: vintage, purchase in Texas // Shoes: Jason Wu // Purse and belt:... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Product Review: Ah Shayh

  

  I am a huge supporter of small local businesses here in Sonoma County, so when Ocean of skin care company Ah Shayh invited me to try some of his company's... Read more

  Posted on 23 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Finding Beauty

  

  My meeting of Philippe felt carefully arranged, although it wasn't. The sun was setting at the end of a hot and muggy day. It was early July and I was miles awa... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage Yves Saint Laurent

  

  This dress is currently my golden reward at the end of my vintage shopping rainbow. I have lucked out in digging up vintage treasures before, but this 1970's... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Women Who Seek to Be Equal to Men

  

  Shoes and Dress c/o Wild Doll One Saturday evening, while sitting across the table from my boyfriend at Bistro 29 (and wearing this dress), I found myself... Read more

  Posted on 13 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• A New Hat

  

  A good hat it seems, can change everything.Top and floral vest: Lush // Skirt: Asos // Hat: eBay purchase // Purse: CoachThis is a very different look for me,... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Floral Pants for Spring

  

  These floral pants are just what I needed to add a little extra spring in my step. Sunglasses: DIY (and you can buy a pair!)// top: H M (old) // Pants: Bar III... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• The Tudor Rose

  

  Sonoma County is known for it's beautiful wine vineyards, the Michelin star restaurants, local micro-breweries, world class cuisine, and temperate climate.... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Here Kitty, Kitty!

  

  Another Texan purchase - this one made at the 11th hour in downtown Fort Worth. While trying to decide whether or not I should purchase my kimono-like layering... Read more

  Posted on 29 April 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• The Blue Dress

  

  Near the end of 7th grade, my best friend’s cousin signed my yearbook “Amber you’re the best. I hope you stay immature forever!”. “Immature” had been the... Read more

  Posted on 22 April 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE