Ok, I get it now!

It's days like today that make San Francisco such an amazing city...

70 degrees, bluest of blue skies, sunshine and incredible views in every direction... I nearly dropped the phone (sorry Mae!) when I looked out and saw the thick fog moving through the hills and Golden Gate Bridge this afternoon. Truly incredible!

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Charmed.

I just purchased one of these charming silk ribbon wrapped bracelets from Charmed by Ingrid Anne and had to tell the world!

Ingrid is local, here in San Francisco and took her love for accessorizing and inspiration from her own personal style to create Charmed by Ingrid Anne. Her textures and bright colors are perfectly matched. Delicate and bold that the same time. (She also happens to be a good friend of a friend's!) I love supporting creative, entrepreneurial women. :)

Shop the rest of her collection { here! }

Silk Wrap Bracelet - $28

Silk ribbon with golf lining design & Brass Filled Textured Component (wrapped in 14k gold filled wire)

{ Photo Credit: charmedbyingridanne.com }

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Emmy 2010 Dresses

These were my favorites...

Simple and SO stunning!!

If you missed it, see the Best & Worst dressed { here! }

{ Photo Credit: tvsquad.com }

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Oh Tory...

I love this outfit so much, I can barely handle it!!

Brigitte Blouse, Sequin Turtleneck, Metallic Brushed Denim Legging, Ginevra Bootie, Holland Satchel and Skinny Cuff with Logo Studs all by Tory Burch. Ugh, LOVE IT!

{ Photo Credit: toryburch.com }

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Wisteria Interiors

Not quite sure how I stumbled upon this site but I'm glad I did. The contrast of light/white and pieces with bright/bold colors and prints are so perfect. Suzani, Spanish, Peaceful Mist, Global (what they've named each room)... I love them all!

Furniture, linens, rugs and all sorts of fun home accessories... it's such a great place to find those signature pieces for any room of the house. I picked up a lot of great gift ideas here as well!

{ Photo Credit: wisteria.com }

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Drink Water.

Did you know that you're supposed to drink half of your body weight in ounces a day? That's a ton of water!

And because I'm a water snob, I'm always searching for water that is either infused with something delicious or comes in a really fancy bottle.

Sparkling Essence water by R.W. Knudsen is my lastest, greatest find. It's very subtle, refreshing flavor comes from organic fruits and has ZERO calories, added sugar or artificial ingredients. Blueberry and Mint are the way to go!

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I see it. I like it. I make it.

Since it's Project Runway season and I'm ALWAYS inspired to get crafty during this time... here's a book called, "P.S. - I Made This", featuring projects that inspire and encourage readers to create themselves... all based on fashion looks and runway trends.

To see more, click { here! }

If you know me, you know I love anything craft related. This is so right up my alley - I need a copy ASAP!

{ Photo Credit: psimadethis.com }

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Mirror on the wall...

Mirror Image Wall Decor, an L.A. company, is currently being featured on Gilt.com. Check out these stunning frames that can be custom made in any size, shape, finish...

These are better than wall art! You can view more online, but you have to be a Gilt member - sign up { here! }

Has anyone done a wall of decorative mirrors in a cluster? I would LOVE to see this!

{ Photo Credit: gilt.com }

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Work from the couch!

I'm all about making a very comfy, cozy working space. I think I've mastered it...

Park it on the couch, place your laptop & mouse pad on a large flat object (could be a frame, picture book, I chose a cork board), on a pillow on your lap. Make sure the remote and snacks are near by. Voila!

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It's the thought that counts!

I really wish I could read and write in Thai... because maybe then I would actually know what I just wrote to my grandma! I try to send her letters every now and then, that I attempt to translate into Thai writing. It's the thought that counts right? At least it looks neat!

{ Thai-Language.com } - try it!

I can't wait to be in Bangkok for her birthday this year :)

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Gracious Living

We're spoiled... we received another incredible wedding gift yesterday from a very thoughtful friend. This gorgeous serving platter was beautifully wrapped and sent from Stacey Leuliette Gracious Living in Birmingham, MI. Perfect selection, thank you!

Mariposa's Brillante aluminum is made from 100% recycled materials.

"Every step of the process is ecologically sound. The raw materials themselves represent a way of cleaning up the environment, smelting metals that would normally go to waste. All the by-products are in turn, recycled."

Elegance, that is ecologically responsible. Amazing!

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I die.

While watching The Rachel Zoe Project (my #2 favorite show after Project Runway!) I fell in love with these gowns from the Oscar de La Renta Fall 2010 runway collection...



Love, love love. How amazing is her job?!

{ Photo Credit: oscardelarenta.com }

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Lee Jofa

While searching for Oscar de la Renta's new line of fabrics on LeeJofa.com, I came across these other collections...

How incredible are these colors and prints?!

{ Photo Credit: leejofa.com }

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Sunny San Francisco...

It's true! This weekend was a real treat - lots of sun and good times! Yesterday we spent the afternoon at Crissy Field with friends and their adopted lab for the weekend.

We watched the crab catchers, dolphins, sail boats and... some Russian billionaire's yacht...

We decided to try Out The Door, which is the more casual version of The Slanted Door in the Ferry building. GREAT recommendation Avery! Lychee infused ice tea, steamed rice crepe with ground pork, onions, wood ear mushrooms & mint, crispy imperial roll, and the sweet corn... amazing. We were just around the corner from Fraiche (the best frozen yogurt you'll ever taste), so we'll have to return to try OTD's desserts. Maybe tonight?! :)

Out The Door

2232 Bush Street | SF

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scribbles...

If you're someone who makes lists and rewrites them when a couple items are crossed off (guilty!) you're probably always in need of notebooks. Try these from OhJoy!...

Simple, sweet and only $13.50 each. The size is perfect for carrying around in a handbag for any noteworthy occasions!

Check out some other products by Oh Joy! { here! } - LOVE the mailers!!

{ Photo Credit: ohjoy.com }

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Back to school...

Who would have thought?! I found out yesterday that I was accepted into the Academy of Art University's MFA program for Graphic Design and I'm pumped!

Feeling very inspired by some of the student's work...

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Pic of the Day!

Because... she's just so beautiful :) and looking at this picture makes me laugh!

{ This photo was taken last winter in Lake Tahoe. }

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Enter to win DVF Boots!

With Fall just around the corner, I know you've been in search of some great boots, like I have. Diane von Furstenberg and WhoWhatWear.com have teamed up to give away 5 pairs of amazing DVF boots...

{ Enter to win here! }

{Photo Credit: dvf.com }

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The Notebook...

My dear friend, Michele at Before I Do Events, sent me a link to these engagement photos inspired by the greatest movie of all time :), The Notebook, from GreenWeddingShoes.com. I'm still speechless...

What a good sport this guy is... now that's love! Well done Blushing Bride Studio.

Click {here} to see them all!

{ Photo Credit: blushingbridestudio.com }

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Party Store Challenge

Episode 3 of Project Runway required the designers to use materials from a party store. Although Andy won this challenge, these were my favorites...

Napkins, paper bags, garland... I can't even imagine. These are some talented folks.

{ Photo Credit: projectrunway.com }

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Living southern...

While flipping through Southern Living magazine, I was drawn to these photos... (and because the "south" is the theme of the week!)

"Put all the things you love together. That's more chic, and it's the most fun thing to do." - Love that!

Guest Room/Garden Shed... why not!

Loving the clean blue and naturals. AND the bamboo rimmed mirror!

{ Photo Credit: Southern Living Magazine }

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Ahhhhh...

I spent the day in the beautiful town of Narrows (Giles County, South Western Virginia) at a friend's family's home and it was just perfect...

Rolling hills, nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, overlooking the New River, made for an incredibly relaxing day in the sun. Just what I've been needing!

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Meet Miss Avery Kate

After waiting over 2 months, I finally got to meet this lil peanut last night! She sat through dinner like a big girl and sits so pretty in her bouncy chair. I could stare at her and her smiles all day long :)

Miss Avery Kate is quite the lil sassy thing, but she let me snap some photos...

... and I've never been so jealous of another girl's closet!

I think I can handle this ;)

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A Smokin' Salad - Caesar with a kick!

When I find a salad recipe I like, I tend to make it over and over again until I can't stand it anymore. But that has yet to happen with this one...

Smokin' Caesar Salad (from a free, quarterly Raley's supermarket magazine!)

1/3 cup plain yogurt

1/4 cup olive oil

1 tbsp. soy sauce

2 tsp. wasabi paste

2 cloves minced garlic

1 head chopped romaine lettuce

1 cup croutons

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (try shaving in big chunks)

Combine yogurt, olive oil, soy sauce, wasabi paste and minced garlic in a small bowl. Season to taste with pepper. Toss with 1 head chopped romaine lettuce, croutons and Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 servings.

If you have the time, make your own croutons...

Garlic Croutons

4 tbsp butter

1 clove minced garlic

3 slices French or Sourdough bread, cut into cubes

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large saute pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in garlic, cook and stir for 1 minute. Add bread cubes, toss to coat. Spread on baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, until crisp and dry. Don't let them burn! Let cool slightly.

Throw in come grilled chicken or shrimp to have it as an entree. You'll want to make it every night this week!

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Mary Roks!

So obsessed with my new Jeffrey Campbell wedge booties... I had to share!

The style name is Mary Roks and they're surprisingly comfortable with a rubber sole and padded footbed. Adds a touch of edginess (well, edgy for me!) to cropped jeans or a floral dress.

Find them { here! }

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Redecorate with pillows!

Every couple months, I have this urge to redecorate our place. I find that an easy, inexpensive, colorful way to change the look of your home quickly is with throw pillows. A couple I'm loving...

All of these above are Jonathan Adler - Ranging from $78 - 175 each

The top 4 above are from PillowDecor.com - Ranging from $19.95 - 69.95

The bottom left above is Crate & Barrel - $49.95

The bottom right above is Trina Turk - $118

{ Photo Credit: jonathanadler.com | pillowdecor.com | trinaturk.com }

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If it's pretty, I'll drink it!

How cute is this wine label? I know I'm not the only one who purchases wine based on it's label. Right?!

El Pensador Tempranillo 2008 - It actually won the Los Angeles International Wine Competition for Best of Class this year. And it's quite cheap!

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Gray Nails?!

After seeing a lot of this heather gray nail polish in magazines, I thought I'd give it a try...

I have to say, I'm digging this color!

A couple to try...

RGB Cosmetics in Steel

Sally Hansen Hard as Nails in Wet Cement

American Apparel in Factory Grey

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Team Gretchen.

She does it again! I have a feeling I'm going to be obsessed with anything Gretchen creates. I love everything about this one, even the models hair! She's so good at taking something pretty basic and adding little elements of creativity and detail (piping on the pockets, ties at the bottom back of the ankles).

I thought the designers stepped it up a bit this week. The other looks I liked from this episode...

Valerie's bold red dress with the detailed neckline, pockets & zippers... Mondo's flirty, high wasted skirt and the texture in Michael's dress (although it needed to be about 2" longer.)

Will Gretchen go for win #3?

{ Photo Credit: projectrunway.com }

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Because I Love Dessert!

And because I have a serious sweet tooth and clearly had some extra time on my hands, I decided to make a fruit tart to bring to tonight's dinner party.

This recipe came from a book that was created by a good friend. I give it a 9! (Only because I think I made the crust too sweet.) Easy to make and so pretty!

After a FABULOUS 3 course dinner, the tart was served. I think we all went back for seconds... because it's fruit, right?!

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Sunday Mimosas

There's something about a mimosa for Sunday brunch that makes the 58 degrees, clouds and mist ok :)

I walked down to Fillmore with a girlfriend this afternoon, for a late brunch. We ordered what everyone wants to, but doesn't...

Mimosas, French Toast with fresh berries and macadamia nuts, mac & cheese and a side of chicken apple sausage. Yup, we did!

{ Photo Source: eatmakeread.com }

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Lil baby Schwarze!

This morning, one of my best friends in the entire world, gave birth to her first baby! Unfortunately, she lives on the other side of the country, so I won't get to meet this perfect little guy for a couple weeks... which is just brutal!

This isn't a picture of baby Schwarze, but I imagine his little feet look just like this.

Sending ALL my love and best wishes to your new family. Tell my nephew that his Aunt Marge loves him!!

{ Photo Source: Carrie Sandoval Photography }

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