Whimsy

I'm feeling a little down due to the ridiculous heat and humidy that is Texas weather. So to make me feel better, here's my girly compilation for the day. Enjoy.

Seeing Spots

Nail art is such a fun way to waste an hour. And with so many ways to do them, the possibilities are endless. I tend to get really creeped out by fake nails, so here are a couple of pics of my fav real nail art.



Sand Storm

So I'll admit it. I'm a huge Destination Truth (paranormal show on Sci-Fi) fan. A couple weeks ago, they went to Africa to investigate an abandoned town that, over the years, had been completely filled with sand. My first thought when I saw this episode was 'OMG this would be an amazing place to have a photo shoot!' Well British Vogue beat me to it. Here's Agnyss Deyn stealing my poses.

Photo of the Day

Love this shoot.

Amber Valletta and her son Auden McCaw star in 'Lady Be Good' by Steven Klein.
Styled by Camilla Nickerson, the story appears in American Vogue March 2011 

Houston's finest: Britt Maren

My newest article about model Britt Maren is up! Check it out here!!

Watch Out

My hands down favorite accessory that I wear on a daily basis is my Michael Kors gold watch. There's almost nothing it doesn't go with. And with so many new pieces coming out, it's hard not to find one you love. Top to bottom: Michael Kors Chronograph Gold-Tone Jet Set Watch $250, Michael Kors Women's Chronograph Resin Horn Watch $195, Michael Kors  Women's Chronograph Tortoise Watch $250.

Street Style Look of the Day

Stella McCartney coat and top, 3.1 Phillip Lim jeans, Lanvin bag

In the closet

For awhile now, I've been reading this awesome site and I feel it necessary to share. Behold, My Closet in Sketches, one girl's daily looks sketched for all to see. Not only is it fun to read where she gets her "digs", but it's also pretty inspiring. I love getting fresh ideas from an unexpected source.

ShamWow

Here are two lookbook photos for designer Leila Shams Spring and Fall 2011 collections. So dark, yet sparkly! Reminds me of fireworks. Check out her newest stuff here.

StreetStyle

Streetstyle looks of the day:

Photo credits: Vanessa Jackman, Mr. Newton, Cafe Mode

Don't give me no lip

I don't know why shopping for lipstick is so hard for me, but I've always had such a hard time with it. I'm on the lookout for the perfect coral lipstick. So far these are my favs. From top to bottom: Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Vibration Lipstick - #01 Iridescent Coral $21, Revlon Super Lustrous - Creme Lipstick Kiss Me Coral 750 $5, Estee Lauder Tender Lip Balm SPF15 - #01 Tender Peach $14

Blush

I know I've said before that I'm not much of a hot pink fan, but pale and vintage pinks I love.

From left to right, Rose OD skinny jeans, by Them Atelier, $95 at Elyse Walker, 310-230-8882; Twiggy in pale rose in cotton and Lycra, by James Jeans, $145, at Deborah James, 561-367-9600; skinny ankle length jeans in cotton and stretch (3%) in Emberglow coral, by Rockstar Sushi, $198 at Fred Segal, 310-393-6223, high-waist cut shorts in bonfire wash (adorned with assorted vintage pins, not included with jeans), by Hudson Collection, $178; shorts, by Friend of Mine, $159.

Oh My!

Danish singer Oh Land seen at the SXSW music festival in Austin, TX. Bubble gum pink mixed with a yellow print is Oh so cute!