back in black

Blazer: Helmut Lang; Shirt: J.Crew; Skirt: BCBG (on sale!); Shoes: Konstantina Tzovolou; Bag: Proenza Schouler; Sunglasses: Celine; Lips: Stila "Beso"; Necklaces: Jennifer Zeuner; Rings; via Ver Unica in SF

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate these booties? I'm so proud of my dear friend, Dina, for going after her dreams on this one, mainly because it's so inspiring to see the people you care about go after what they want but also, I'd be lying if I didn't admit I have some selfish reasons as well (I'm already eyeing this pair I have on here in a few other colors). Perfect for Fashion Week, no? :) 

If you're just joining now, you can see how I styled a few of her other designs here and here.

Photos by Dan Johnson

new kicks

Charlotte Olympia "Take 85" film strip heels

You might have already spied these on Instagram the other day -- but say hello to my new friends! There's no better season than end of season sale season, if I do say so myself. I scooped these up on The Real Real recently, but I do know you can find them here and here, for fractions of their original price. Happy shopping and happy weekend, friends!

i'll have what she's having

Bludot chair // Olympia Le-Tan clutch // Nicholas Kirkwood flats // Rochas bag // Byredo candle // Preen dress // Otte hat // Fiddle leaf fig tree // Charlotte Olympia heels // J.Crew cuff

Just a few of my cravings lately...some are purely wishful thinking and others, like that fiddle leaf fig tree, will be mine! Oh, they will be mine...

mixed greens

Sweater: Equipment; Jeans: Current/Elliot; Coat: Zara (old, similar style here); Shoes: Dior; Clutch: Kate Spade (similar style on sale here); Sunglasses: Celine; Necklaces: Jennifer Zeuner; Lips: Stila "Beso"

You'll have to excuse the short post today -- currently in the middle of a mad Downton Abbey marathon as I'm typing this. #SorryNotSorry

Photos by Dan Johnson

2014 {salute!}

Dress: Jason Wu (similar style here); Shoes: Konstantina Tzovolou; Sunglasses: Celine; Clutch: Vintage; Lips: Nars "Schiap"

In the spirit of new beginnings (and reflections on the past), I wanted to take a moment today to list out a few of my goals for 2014. Admittedly, I haven't done this ever on the blog before but I routinely do it for work (each quarter actually) and find that it's so effective in keeping things on track, in perspective and at the forefront of everything you do. This past year was incredible and 2014, in all it's shiny, untouchable newness, well, I have a pretty good feeling about you! 

1. Spend more time disconnecting. From social media. From work. From distractions. And spending more time in the moment with loved ones.

2. Read more. I really miss having my nose in a book.

3.  Travel. Often. And visit at least one new country this year.

4. Start running again. I'd like to get back to 3 miles a day.

5. Pick up a new musical instrument. Right now, I'm torn between piano and guitar lessons.

6. Redecorate (but if we're being honest, I should say, finish decorating) our apartment.

7. Take time to go on bike rides with the man friend after work.

8. Sign up for dance lessons.

9. Redesign this ol' blog of mine. She could use a little design love, don't ya think?

10. Cook a meal (from scratch, or almost scratch) at least once a week.

What's on your 2014 resolution list?

Photos by Dan Johnson

royals

Dress: c/o Mina & Olya (first seen here); Shoes: Manolo Blahnik; Clutch: Kate Spade (similar style here); Sunglasses: Celine; Lips: Bare Minerals "Call the Shots"

Short and sweet post today -- hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Photos by Dan Johnson

new year's day hike

Jacket: Balenciaga (similar style here); Shirt: J.Crew; Jeans: c/o Abercrombie; Boots: Asos (love this pair); Bag: Proenza Schouler; Sunglasses: Celine; Beanie: Asos; Lips: Stila "Beso"

For those of you who follow along with me on Instagram, you know my pup, Elvis, and I love going on weekend hikes. Given that the weather was just so down right beautiful yesterday, we ditched our original afternoon hangover plans (as we were actually in a relatively hangover-free state) and headed out to Fort Funston to soak up some of the first sunset rays of 2014.

How did you guys kick off the first day of the year?

Photos by Dan Johnson

holiday sale showstoppers

photo via vogue.com

Let's all just be honest. Today is all about the following:

1. Staying in bed.

2. Ordering takeout. The greasier, the better.

3. Loading up on Advil.

4. Popping in a movie (we're about to watch Mary Poppins, after seeing "Saving Mr. Banks" the other night).

5. And finally, digging through all those end of season sale sections. Here are a few of my favorites that I'm going to be scoping out today. In my opinion, retail therapy cures all evils, including hangovers. A spoonful of sugar, right? :) Happy New Year! 

Shopbop: Take an extra 25% off with the code "Extraoff25" at checkout

Barneys: Up to 60% off most designer pieces

Net-A-Porter: Up to 70% off most designer pieces

The Outnet: Always great prices!

favorites from 2013

What an amazing year 2013 has been! One of the things I cherish most about this blog is how it helps me chronicle chapters of my life -- and this year has been full of so many good surprises, ups and downs and new lessons. We started off the year by moving to a new neighborhood in San Francisco, and before I knew it, I was welcoming a new family member (hello, Elvis!), flying down under (and subsequently jumping out of a plane!), heading out for a few Fashion Weeks, helping launch a new product at work (and getting promoted soon afterward) and buying far too many pairs of shoes (just like every other year).

As always, I want to thank each and every one of you for following along with me on this crazy journey. Your support means the world to me. I can't wait to see what 2014 has in store.