Attention Shoppers

Fashion Obsession > Oh my god the things I would do. This hot little piece just appeared on Nasty Gal and with my birthday less than 1 week away I would give my left dancing foot to drape this beauty over my shoulders, that have since become more lonely with the knowledge that this piece exists.

The Gilded Lily Sheer Caftan goes for $328 and is one size only. For all the boyfriends out there that laugh when they see this and the price, AS IF! This is perfect for Coachella, pool parties, night parties, sexy parties, dinner parties, shopping... shall I go on? You can totally get full usage out of this and it is worth every penny.

Be inspired and shop on ladies. Just don't buy them all before I get mine ;-)

Somebody's Sober

Life Changes > It has been 50 days since I decided to quit drinking. Never thought I'd make it to 50 days. Not going to lie, I circle the date in my calendar book daily and keep count. Some days the changes I see in myself seem more significant than others. Some days the want and longing for the times that go hand-in-hand with drinking, are more intense than others. I have never gone this long without a drink in the last 10 years,  which once said aloud sounds absolutely crazy to me. Don't worry, I am not going to preach, but I am going to remember how this has felt.

In 50 days:

How does it feel? - Physically? Incredible. 50 days without drinking means, hold on - wait for it, it means no hangovers. Crazy right? It has become incredibly easy on my body and mind to make and keep a healthy schedule in all aspects of my life. Not to mention the energy I have and the weight I have lost.

What have a learned about myself? - I cry all the time. haha. I don't walk around like a blubbering baby, but I am apparently incredibly sensitive, just ask my (amazing and understanding) boyfriend. I have realized I have an intense want to fill as much of my time as possible, which may be driving some of my friends crazy, but you realize how much time you really have in a day when you're not sleeping in till 4pm nursing a hangover.

How have I changed? - I miss my afternoon cocktails, my Sunday bottomless mimosas and my fave glass of red wine. I do. But I am discovering a much better person without the alcohol, which is simply a choice for myself. It has only been 50 days, and it has been a whole ... 50 ... days. I feel very free, happy, and excited about everyday and everything I am becoming involved in. I have made it this far and I have no intention on looking back. With that said --> onto the next 50!

Falling In Love All Over Again

Fashion Obsession > Last year when it was announced that The Met would hold an exhibit for Alexander McQueen, titled Savage Beauty, I immediately booked a trip to New York knowing that this would be something I would forever regret if I missed. The average 'walk-thru' time was 1 hour and 45 minutes. Prohibited from taking pictures, I spent 3 and a half hours in the exhibit. Obsessed with love and constantly engulfed in tragedy, as an explorer, student, lover and purveyor of fashion, I have always been and will continue to be drawn to and inspired by Alexander McQueen, his work, his life, and what he has left behind.

It has been over two years since his tragic departure, but with 4 seasons at the helm, Alexander McQueen Creative Director Sarah Burton seems to have found her footing as she made very clear this week at the Paris presentation. The colors began with ivories and feather greys, leading you through to powder pinks exploding into florals and culminating with fuchsias and ink black. It is easy to see Burton wanted to convey a feeling of optimistic romanticism. Using embellishments worked into the fabric, organic floral shapes and ostrich feathers billowing on the stage, she solidified this feeling throughout the collection down to the final piece.

Although it is easy to get lost in the beauty of this collection, as you transcend into a love story full of silhouettes and cherry blossoms, you can still feel the tragic pull ever aware in McQueen's shows. To me this is what makes this collection a statement for Burton. She gives a glimpse of the future without forgetting what everyone knows..

It's My Birthday & I'll Plan if I Want To

Celebration > In my opinion it is never to early to begin planning your birthday. In my case you get a 30 day countdown and multiple notices to my big day April 4th (Aries duh!) and all the events that will take place during my birthday month. This is not me being self involved. This is a chance to scream with both hands in the air, "fuck yes! I rock!"  - right before you fall on your face. It's an excuse to bring all your fabulous girlfriends on vacation. And most important of all, its an excuse to shop for that perfect dress. 

So with that being said, I am doing all of the above. Let the countdown begin!!!

My Birthday Countdown