Monday, January 17, 2011

Bridal shower


Remember my last post when I said I would have pics of the bridal shower I threw to share? Yep, I lied. Straight up lied to you. This was one of the few pictures I took and I'm so bummed. But it was a great shower, if I do say so myself. I'll try to paint the picture. 

The decor:
I didn't do much in the way of decor, my mom and I put together some centerpieces (above), where we nestled sparkly rings in among the flowers. I also set out some sparkly balloons to add to the fun atmosphere. 


The food and drinks:
I had lunch catered (so much better than my original idea of cooking). Chicken, rolls and salad from the most delicious local restaurant ever. I picked up water and sparkling lemonade for refreshing beverages, and my aunt's mom made amazing strawberry margaritas. My aunt picked up rich red velvet cupcakes and I brought macarons. I set out bowls of ring pops as extra treats. 

The favors:
I have to admit, the favors were my favorite thing to dream up and create. I had so many ideas I had trouble making a decision! In the end, I settled on two favors. I picked up some mini champagne bottles and filled them with pastel candy, and completed them with a simple sticker. I also made some wedding cake candy lollipops. I even tied them up with shiny ribbon and two wedding rings! The pictures of them didn't turn out, but trust me they were cute. (Let's just say I am no Martha Stewart in the kitchen, so that is why I'm especially braggy about these)

Overall, I was proud of myself! I only went to my first bridal shower last year, so planning one was a little nerve-wracking. I think my cousin really enjoyed herself, and that was the most important part! (At the end, she even treated me to a thank-you present, cause she is both sweet and classy.) Hope you had fun dear!

Friday, January 14, 2011

Pretty pretty

Just some pretty pictures to inspire you this weekend...

Natalie Portman's ad for Miss Dior Cherie


Scarlett Johansson's ad for Moet & Chandon


Camilla Belle walking the runway for Alberta Ferretti



My dad also showed me this video, describing it as "the most precious thing he had ever seen." Now if you've met my dad, you know "precious" isn't part of his vocab. But I'll give him a free pass because 1. he's been sick all week, so he's hopped up on Nyquil and 2. it is pretty stinkin' cute. For reals. 

PS...Remember how I said my dearest cousin is getting married soon? The bridal shower I'm throwing for her is tomorrow! I'm excited (and a little nervous!) Pics to come. 

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

#2


Last weekend, my mom and I headed over to LACMA to check out the Fashioning Fashion exhibit (#2 on my 24x24 list). It covers European fashion from 1700 to 1915. It was amazing to see how much variety there was in fashion during that time. The exhibit was much larger than I was expecting - it covered women's, men's and children's clothes, along with accessories of that time. Everything showcased was in pristine condition. The pictures online hardly do it justice. We walked through it twice, it was that good. If you're at all interested in costumery or fashion throughout history, I highly recommend it! It runs through March. 

Sunday, January 9, 2011

WHOA.

Alright, hold the phone. I just read that a hotel is going to open up on the ground of Versailles. Versailles, people! How amazing would that be?? Yep, that's officially added to my life list. 

Thursday, January 6, 2011

Vogue

A few years ago, my cousin and I visited a FIDM campus to see if fashion is something I might want to pursue. While that is still undecided, the FIDM library alone is enough to convince me to go there. In addition to having every current fashion magazine there is available, they also had a wall-full of back issues. Vogues dating back decades! My cousin and I exchanged a look that I think conveyed "can we ditch this tour guide and just stay here all day??" (We didn't.) It's still fun to look back at vogues gone by for a little sartorial inspiration...

[1974]

[1957]

[1940]

PS...the library also had "trend books" predicting what we'd all be wearing years from now! So cool.

[Images: coverbrowser.com]

Monday, January 3, 2011

Baby, it's cold outside

Brrr. It is freezing outside! For California, anyways. I love this weather, but here are three coat choices I wish I had in my closet:



Sunday, January 2, 2011

2011

I like the start of a new year. Everyone gets a blank slate. Here's 3 of my goals for 2011 (and beyond):

1. Practice "mindful eating." Be more conscious of where my food comes from and what's in it. Hope to be more aware of what I'm putting in my body. I'd like to focus on more fresh, easily identifiable foods rather than overly processed and chemical-laden foods. 

2. Say yes. I often find myself saying no to something...for something that seems important at the time, but really isn't a good reason at all. In the spirit of "Yes Man" (check it out, it's a cute movie), I'd like to open myself up to more experiences.

3. Live by this quote (from my Women's Health magazine):

Confidence is the key to success, because every transformation starts with the belief that you can make good things happen for yourself.