BMCSTYLE

WARBY PARKER

2014-06-11T20:24:00.001-07:00

I was 7 years old when I came home from school and begged my mother to take me to the optometrist. My classmate came to school rocking some cool new glasses and all I could think about all day long was why didn't I have a pair??? I needed them. I wanted them. I somehow convinced my mom that I was having trouble seeing things that were far away. Like, really far away. She gave me a major side-eye and said, "Bernadette, nothing is wrong with your vision! We may need to schedule an appointment with a psychiatrist, though." Whatever. I didn't care if she or anyone else thought I was crazy. All I knew was that I NEEDED those glasses to complete my wardrobe and help me command the respect that I deserved on that playground!

Clearly, my obsession with specs began at a very young age. I never understood people who didn't embrace their blindness. You do understand that you have an advantage on the regular folks who actually can see, right? You have the ability to switch up your look entirely. You are automatically treated differently. All because of those little glass spectacles resting on your nose. Glasses can take your look to a whole other level with very little effort. They are one of my favorite ways to accessorize any outfit.

I was recently introduced to Warby Parker. I had seen these specs in a few ads and really took a liking to them. I knew they were based out of NY, (of course), but I never knew of the awesomeness that is their website! You can literally select up to 5, yes F-I-V-E, frames to try on at home before making your final purchase! I was like, hold up. Wait a minute. Let me put some boom in it.

Needless to say, I selected my 5 frames and began the "Warby Home Try On" process. Super easy. Super fun. Super EVERYTHING. The only problem now is choosing one pair to keep. Ok, maybe two ;)

Gracias #Alarico ;)

Nash Whiskey Tortoise

Chamberlain Whiskey Tortoise

Banks Sea Smoke Tortoise

Raskin Jet Silver

For those of you who hate wearing glasses:

STOP.

Log onto WARBY PARKER.

SHOP.

EMBRACE YOUR BLINDNESS.

G I R L

2014-05-28T23:01:00.000-07:00

Pharrell Williams is continuing to ride the wave of a milestone year. A new album, world tour, fragrance, and now his first art exhibition in Paris entitled, "G I R L". All of these endeavors have stemmed from his attempt to honor all of the women who have inspired him along the way. He has also expressed his firm stance on equality. So, it appears that after years of loving this man for his music and style, there is still so much more to LOVE! Here are a few images of the contemporary art he has chosen to include in his Paris debut. He just keeps getting better and better....uuuggghhh....perfection.

STYLE ICON: JACKIE O

2014-05-20T20:43:00.000-07:00

Yesterday marked the 20th anniversary of the death of my style icon, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. I can remember being completely obsessed with the "American Royal Family" at a very young age. My parents sparked my interest in The Kennedy Family early on by educating me on President Kennedy's impactful role in our society and government. My mom would show me books with pictures of the First Family and I was instantly intrigued by the First Lady's beauty and style. Her confidence, grace, and style would always come through the photos so strikingly. As I grew older, I continued to read books about the Kennedy's and from what I could gather, Mrs. Kennedy, was what every American woman should strive to be and dress like. Her style was impeccable. She also took many fashion risks during her time as the FLOTUS. Many of the women who held down the White House before her were extremely conservative with their wardrobe choices. Jackie mastered the conservative, yet fashionable looks, day in and day out during her stay in the White House.

Jackie was raised in New York and graduated with a B.A. degree in French literature from George Washington University. She and John F. Kennedy met in 1952 and married one year later. Bearing children did not come easily for the couple. Jackie suffered from several miscarriages and gave birth to a still born daughter, before giving birth to Caroline and John Jr.

John F. Kennedy was elected the 35th President of The United States in 1960, thus making Jackie the third youngest First Lady in history. At 31 years old, she was holding down a President, a White House, and two children, with pure elegance and style.

In January 1994, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. She died in her sleep in her New York apartment on May 19, 1994. "My mother died surrounded by her friends and her family and her books, and the people and the things that she loved. She did it in her own way, and on her own terms, and we all feel lucky for that" - John F. Kennedy, Jr.

It is quite apparent that Jackie's life was filled with one tragic event after another. However, she still managed to pull through and live life to the best of her ability. Her story is a true testament to the capacity of a woman's strength and courage.

A Wife, a Mother, and The First Lady of Style in The White House, I salute you.

MEALS IN HEELS

2014-04-17T20:34:00.000-07:00

After recently overwhelming my friend with a few cooking selfies, (which are extremely dangerous by the way), I have been encouraged to share my recipe with you all. It began with my obsession with bell peppers. They are so colorful, delicious, and healthy for you! You can pretty much incorporate them into any dish, but my favorite thing to do is to stuff those bad boys! I mean the possibilities are endless....ground turkey, shredded chicken, quinoa. Oh, and please NEVER ask me to pronounce QUINOA. I have a very difficult time with that one. I will get it wrong. You will laugh. And I will be upset and walk away. Anywhozies, back to recipe...

I came across a "Cilantro Lime Shredded Chicken Bell Pepper" recipe and I knew this was the direction I wanted to go in. So, I headed to my favorite store, Trader Joe's, aka TJ's. I picked up two chicken breasts, cilantro, lime, tomatoes, onion, avocado, green and red BP's, can of green chilies, chicken stock, TJ's taco seasoning, and wine of course.

You start off by boiling the chicken breasts so you can shred it later. While that is happening, you start chopping you life away and drinking. Make sure you half the BP's, not chop. After the chicken is boiled and shredded, throw a little EVOO into a pan with the onion. Then add the chicken, taco seasoning, and a little chicken stock. Next up, throw in the tomatoes, green chilies, cilantro, and squeeze lime all over that mug. Let the seasoning and lime juice soak into that yumminess. Taste as you go to determine how much more seasoning or chicken stock to add. I like my chicken juicy, so you already know I was drowning that beast. While that deliciousness is simmering, place your BP's into a deep pot, like one you would use for soup. Pour enough chicken stock in there to cover the bottoms of the BP's. Imagine them to be swimming in the kiddie pool. Don't drown them, they can't swim! Once your chicken is ready, go ahead and spoon it into the BP's. Cover and let simmer until the BP's have softened. Place on a plate and be sure to add a little avocado on top, along with cheese, and Tapatio, if you're a real Mexican! Then serve on a bed of blue corn tortilla chips, also from TJ's! Not only is she healthy and delicious, she is beaaaautiful! Just the way I like my food to be ;)

Happy Cooking and Eating! xoB

So colorful!

Can you smell all that GOOD GOOD?! This is where I nearly burned my face off :(

Isn't she a BEAUTY?! Tears...

BEYOND delicious! Oh, and be sure not to send these kinds of selfies to the wrong person! You may end up having to cook for them one day...

MATERIAL GIRL

2014-03-24T20:47:00.000-07:00

Materialistic: Excessively concerned with physical comforts or the acquisition of material things rather than spiritual, intellectual, moral, or cultural values.

Well, that's a pretty heavy definition. Have you ever seen someone who was well dressed and deemed them as being "materialistic"? This is a common misconception I run into more often than not, simply based on my love for fashion. I find it both interesting and annoying that people can come to this conclusion just because a person likes to dress well. Caring about your appearance and finding joy in what you are wearing does not make you materialistic. It makes you an individual. Fashion is an art form of self expression. It reflects your personality and it represents the ideas and creativity of the people who designed what you are wearing. It's creative and it is emotional. How you are dressed can determine how you are going to feel. It can also determine how well you are going to succeed. Think about it, you don't show up to the gym in a suit. You don't show up to work in sweats. You don't show up to a wedding where you are going to see your ex in your worst outfit. You put thought into your outfit based on what emotion you are trying to evoke out of yourself and others. Therefore, fashion is emotional and more than just a silly garment we use to cover up our naked bodies.

I can't remember a day where I didn't love fashion. My Grandmother and all of her sisters were always dressed to impress. No matter what life challenges they were facing, they were always dressed sharp from head to toe. Accessories and shoes were always coordinated. My Grandma would tell me, "Mija, no matter what, you should always look your best because in the end that's all anyone will remember anyway." We definitely should not judge someone based off of their appearance alone. However, I will tell you, that I have commanded the respect of many based off of my appearance alone.

So, the question was posed to me once again today, "Are you materialistic?". According to the definition above, no, I am not. I value God, my family, health, and love, over everything hanging in my closet. I do, however, understand that I have found a way to express myself creatively and I refuse to view that as being "materialistic". The next time you see someone who is dressed well maybe you should compliment them instead of judging them. Perhaps you could ask them what was the inspiration behind their outfit and learn something about the actual person. Judgements are made by people who are uneducated on the subject matter at hand. Educate yourselves and learn to love fashionistas!

Sorry for the rant...I owe you a lightweight post! xoB

PREVIEW TALENT PRODUCTIONS SHOWCASE

2014-03-03T20:21:00.001-08:00

I am so excited to be a part of the biggest fashion event in San Diego! The Preview Talent Productions Showcase will be taking place on Sunday, March 9th, at the San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina! Join us for an evening filled with laughter, music, cocktails, and fashion! Hope to see you all there! xoB

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I GOT FIVE ON IT

2014-02-18T20:12:00.002-08:00

February 14th can be a dreadful day for most, but for me it will always be celebrated as the birth of my baby biz, BMC STYLE! This year we celebrated 5 years of a journey that came from me trying to make lemonade out of the lemons that were given to me in 2009. I have to say, it's been a sweet journey. I've been blessed to meet so many wonderful, passionate people here in San Diego. I am thankful to everyone who has ever reached out to help me and encourage me along the way. Being able to support one another as a community has been one of my greatest accomplishments thus far. I honestly thought I would just be able to shop and dress people up for fun. I never knew this business would help raise self esteem, boost confidence levels, and in essence give people the courage they needed to go out and get what they wanted in this world. I am truly grateful for all of my clients and hope that our work together will always be remembered as the experience that took you to the next level!

I look forward to the future with the partnerships I have made over the past five years. I never thought that fashion would take me this far...and I can't wait to see what's next!

Thank you for your continued support here on this blog! Stay confident, stay loyal, and most importantly, stay stylin' on em!

xoB

RARE BIRD

2014-01-06T12:00:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year Everyone! My first Saturday evening of 2014 was spent with a rare bird named, Iris Apfel. It's very rare that I find someone as fascinating as Iris. Let's face it, most humans annoy me. She is an American business woman, interior designer, and certified fashion icon. At 92 years old, Iris has quickly become my personal inspiration. I came across an article in the New York Times about Iris's definition of style. I watched her interview and I was instantly connected to her outlook on fashion and life in general. I began to look up and read every piece that was ever written about Iris. This woman is nothing short of SPECTACULAR! Her honest opinions about style, individuality, and life are what make her so genuine and intriguing.

Iris was born and raised in New York. She studied art history at NYU and later worked as an interior designer. Her resume includes the prestigious White House, working for nine presidents! Her fame and notoriety came in 2005 when she was approached by the Metropolitan Museum of Art for an exhibition featuring her personal wardrobe and line of accessories from HSN. The exhibition was titled "Rara Avis: The Irreverent Iris Apfel". Her accessory line is appropriately named "Rara Avis", which means rare bird in Spanish.

I think we can all learn a thing or two from this rare bird. She is smart, creative, and has lived her life as an INDIVIDUAL. Not caring about other's opinions. Not trying to fit in or be accepted. Yet truly secure with her own style and creativity. I am truly inspired by this woman and can only hope to live as rare of a life!

"When you don't dress like everyone else, you don't have to think like everyone else." - Iris Apfel

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DEVIL IN A RED DRESS

2013-12-26T22:02:00.001-08:00

Happy Holidays Everyone! I hope you all survived and enjoyed Christmas! It's time to put down the tamales and all the other carb infested left overs and get ready to fit into that NYE dress! I am pretty much a conservative dresser the majority of the time. Some call me boring, I call it style. I don't need have my a$$ out in order to gain attention. My confidence speaks loud enough to make the right amount of noise for me. There are two special occasions where I like to make exceptions to my style rules. My Birthday and NYE are those exceptions. Both are celebratory nights. You should be looking your best and feeling extremely confident on those nights. Especially for my ladies who hold down a 9-5, stick to a strict diet/fitness plan, and look out for your families more than yourselves throughout the year. Your birthday and NYE should belong to you and only you! Be sure to surround yourself with people you love, lots of champagne or vodka, and of course show off your best assets!

Choosing the perfect party dress can be quite the challenge for most. However, just remember these simple rules and you will be fine.

1. FIT - Make sure the dress is not too short or too tight. If you can't bend or sit without worrying about your a$$ hanging out, there is a problem. Decide on what your best assets are and select a dress that accentuates them. Legs? Midriff? Arms? Decolletage? Back? Choose one and one only!

2. SPARKLE - Sequins can be a serious problem for most ladies. You tend to over do it. Make sure the sequins don't look cheap. Like the ones sewn onto your elementary school Christmas recital costume. And keep your accessories minimal if you do choose a sequin dress. There should only be one disco ball in the spot and it shouldn't be you!

3. SPANX - Your undergarments are KEY! Listen, we would all love to have Gisele's body, but the reality is we don't. And the sooner you and your man come to that realization, the better. The good news is there are these heavenly undergarments that smooth out everything! Be sure you are wearing the right bra. No one wants to see your straps hanging out. There is also magic fabric tape to help keep everything in place when going bra less. If you aren't sure, just ask one of the associates in the lingerie department/store to help you. Otherwise, your fabulous dress will be ruined by panty lines, bra straps, and other distracting elements.

Lastly, BE CONFIDENT! No matter where you are, who you are with, or what you are wearing, do it all with CONFIDENCE! That will be the only thing anyone will remember!

Thank you all for your continued support here on this little blog of mine and I wish you all nothing but Health, Happiness, and Style in 2014! xoB

NASTY GAL

Always surround yourself with an HONEST TEAM! Otherwise, you will end up looking busted! Thanks ladies! xoB

BOW DOWN

2013-12-12T23:13:00.000-08:00

It's a typical Thursday evening in the BMC household....Chargers just won their game against the "undefeated at home" Broncos and I'm celebrating with a ~~glass~~, bottle of wine. I have my laptop up which basically means I'm cruising social media sites and catching up on all my favorite blogs, when out of the heavens above, the tweet of all tweets was tweeted - BREAKING - Beyonce drops surprise album on iTunes out now! Ummmm....yeaaaah....you can only imagine the mayhem that ensued next. Wine glass down, iTunes UP! Let the downloading begin! Not only are there 14 songs, she also blessed us with 17 music videos. SE.VEN.TEEN. That's a whole lotta routines for me to learn!

I started to watch the videos first and all I can say is....well....speechless. There really are no words to describe this new project of hers. I mean, it's artistic, beautiful, and BEYOND sexy. Trust me when I tell you, we have never seen Bey like this before. NEVER. Just when I thought she couldn't be any more perfect...this happens. I definitely have a love/hate/jealous/obsessed, yet normal relationship with her. The images are beautiful and the fact that she shot all of this while being on tour is nothing short of incredible. A mother, a wife, an unbelievably talented artist, who we have the privilege of calling ours during an era of Nicki Minaj's and Miley Cyrus's. Thank God for Beyonce!!!

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2013 BMCSTYLE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

2013-12-03T22:03:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays Everyone! It's that time of the year again where you drive yourself crazy searching for the "perfect" gifts. I always suggest that as you buy for one, you also buy for yourself. It will help you maintain your sanity, trust me! I think the most important thing to keep in mind when shopping for others is to make the gift personal. Damn near sentimental, if you will. Also, be sure to keep the gift practical. The gifts that we love the most are the ones that remind us of the person who gave them to us! Think about it, if you give someone a CD, a book, a candle, a bottle of wine, a watch, etc...They will think of you every time they listen to the CD, read the book, light the candle, drink the wine, and wear the freaking watch! So you see, gift giving can really be fun and easy, once you change the way you look at it. Good luck to all and here are a few of my favorite things to give and receive!

The Zara Cape

Stuart Weitzman OTK's

Gucci Tote

Nashelle Custom Necklace

Nixon "The Camden" Watch

Jo Malone Gift Set

Francis Coppola Wine

The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

The Purpose Driven Life

The Spa at La Costa

BOMB SQUAD

2013-11-06T20:49:00.001-08:00

Continuing with our "90'S BACK" trends for fall, allow me to reintroduce you to the Bomber Jacket! This season's must have outerwear piece is here and ready to take flight. I feel myself leaning towards a more casual chic look for the fall/winter seasons, with touches of leather. I have also been doing more sneaker shopping lately...who am I??? In any case, the Bomber Jacket pairs well with denim and sneakers for a more casual look, or you can throw it on top of your skirt and booties look to dress it up a little. Either way, it is another 90's trend that has been resurrected! Get ready to drop a BOMB on em' ladies!

Shop the looks at Revolve Clothing

BLACKED OUT

2013-11-05T21:16:00.000-08:00

The oh so stylish/musical genius, Pharrell Williams, (a.k.a. Man of My Dreams), breaks down his work on Jay Z's The Black Album. I can't believe it's been 10 years! This album was the soundtrack to so many great memories! I can't wait to relive them again on December 7th!

90'S BACK

2013-10-30T20:22:00.003-07:00

Bloggers have been blogging about it. Tweeters have been tweeting about it. Rappers have been rapping about it. And fashionistas have been wearing it. THE 90's! They are back and in full force! From a year filled with the most Hip Hop albums I can remember, to all of the FASHION on the streets. It is clear to me that the most influential decade has actually made a comeback. While we all know that history repeats itself, so do most fashion trends. I am happy to report that one of my favorite trends from the 90's is back - OVERALLS! They have a little more updated look this time around. They are a little more fitted, less baggy. They can be dressed up with heels, or dressed down with sneakers. Either way, they are back and here to stay! I recently fell in love with a pair and received many double takes as I wore them on "Not-so-casual-Friday". I guess Corp America wasn't ready!

Shop these looks at ASOS

When they reminisce over you, my God.

ALL OF ME

2013-10-09T20:27:00.000-07:00

"You have got to be kidding me"...was the tweet I sent to my cousin after watching the painfully beautiful "All of Me" video from John Legend's newest album, "Love In The Future". I meeeean, can these two be any more adorable??? Trust me, I am not one to idolize and swoon over other people's relationships, especially celebrities. But there is just something so genuine and real about John Legend and Chrissy Teigen's love that captivates me. Obsessed? Maybe just a little. I can't help it. He's hot. She's hot. They are freakin HOT. If you don't believe me just watch the video below and then tell me something different. Go ahead, I dare you! Oh, and if you are a single woman, have a glass or bottle of wine ready before watching. If you are in a relationship, be sure to get your man piano lessons for Christmas.

BALMAIN

2013-10-02T20:31:00.000-07:00

I woke up last Saturday morning to thee most beautiful images on my timeline from Paris. Houndstooth cardigans, quilted bomber jackets, ruffled leather skirts, and denim done so well, I thought I had died and gone to high fashion heaven. But I wasn't dead, I was alive and I was in LOVE with the Balmain Spring 2014 RTW Collection! The details on these masterpieces are nothing short of perfection. Each look was styled impeccably. As each model appeared on my screen, I remembered why I fell in love with fashion in the first place. EMOTION. The feeling you get when you see a certain dress or shoe. In this case it was every look coming down the runway that had me feeling a certain way. I felt inspired, I felt excited, I felt like I needed to sell everything in my closet to be able to afford one piece from this AMAZING collection! This is where cheerleader and baseball player from the 80s meet. Sporty chic done oh-so-right!

The House of Balmain was founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945. His creations were worn by acclaimed actresses such as Ava Gardner and Brigitte Bardot. Oscar de la Renta also led the house from 1993-2002. And in 2011, a young designer named Olivier Rousteing, was appointed to head designer of the luxury house. I am a true fan of this creative genius and look forward to seeing more of his designs in the future. #BALMAINIAC

KNOCKIN BOOTS

2013-09-12T18:19:00.000-07:00

Misleading blog title? Kinda. But I like it! So, how's everyone been? Let's see.... We endured our annual heat wave that arrives every September. I was thinking of having a bikini car wash to raise money for my A/C bill, but settled for selling half of my closet instead. Football is back and we painfully watched our Chargers lose to the stupid Texans on MNF. Embarrassing to say the least. I don't like to cuss on here, (shocking I know), so we will leave it at that. Oh, and all Fall everything has officially taken over your favorite mags and racks!

I posted a little something something for the fellas a couple weeks ago, and I was waiting for the first Fall trend to hit me before I wrote something for the ladies. Then it happened...Nordstrom....Shoe Department...Ankle Boots....EVERYWHERE! They kind of remind me of the ones I used to rock back in the 9th grade. I clearly remember the Summer before entering high school, when I sat back and made a conscious decision to change my look. I was stuck in the wannabe chola/hiphop fly girl era and knew that if I wanted to be taken seriously at my new school I couldn't possibly show up in a bodysuit or anything with the words "Cross Colours" written on it. (And if you grew up in the 90s, please don't act like you didn't own one of the two items I just spoke of). So, I looked through magazines and collected images of the style I wanted to try and replicate for myself. Little did I know this was called "Inspiration". I wanted to do something completely different and more grown up. After all, I was going to be a FRESHMAN in high school! I had to make a name for myself and I didn't want it to be "La Shorty". I settled for a classic school girl look. Cardigans, button ups, floral prints, skirts, dark denim and ANKLE BOOTS!

I knew the 90s were making a comeback after spending this entire Summer watching clueless girls wear high waisted everything with nothing on top. Oh, and bodysuits have somehow snuck back into their closets too. Both of which I like the way I like my Hot Cheetos, in moderation. Needless to say, the 90s are back and I feel it is our obligation to take back our era and show these youngins how it's done! So, let's start Fall off with the right pair of Ankle Boots and let Cher and Dionne start taking notes! Get em' Ladies!

ZARA

MENS FALL TRENDS 2013

2013-08-19T16:21:00.000-07:00

Hi Guys! I know, I've been ignoring you. I'm sorry! It's what I do best. While it's finally starting to feel like Summer outside, Fall is most definitely filling up the stock rooms of your favorite stores. This always seems to be the case here in Cali. Our weather NEVER matches what is in store. I know Florida suffers from the same sickness - too much sunniness. UGH. Horrible. The weather may pose a challenge for some of us who are ready to move forward with Fall Fashion, while others across the country can shop in peace. If you are an avid reader of this fantastic blog, you already know what menswear does to me, (racing heartbeat, sweaty palms, goosebumps, etc...). Once again, I've fallen hard for a few of the highlighted trends and I can't wait to see you guys rock them! Over sized scarves, cuffed pants, leather jackets, and BURGUNDY pieces, need to be in your closets! Don't forget to use Henley's, denim, and plaid shirts as transitional pieces to help you slide into Fall smoothly. And let me just reiterate, PLEASE limit your leather to ONE piece per outfit! You are not Kanye. Thanks!

TOPMAN Leather Hoodie

Banana Republic Burgundy Chino

H&M Plaid Button Up

H&M Denim Button Up

H&M Roll Sleeve Henley

J. Crew

Joe's Jeans Oversized Scarves

BANG BANG

2013-08-05T18:15:00.000-07:00

I rarely talk about restaurants on here because I rarely eat. Joking. I love to cook and eat and drink! I also LOVE experiencing new restaurants here in SD! Last Friday night, I had the pleasure of dining at the new, hip, talk of the town place called, "BANG BANG". I like to type it in all caps because you get the full experience of saying it out loud. Watch, Bang Bang. See, totally not the same. Anywhozies....we walked in around 6PM, Happy Hour starts at 5, so we were an hour late...ugh. After climbing up the 100 stairs, (which kinda reminded me of Chitzen Itza), we arrived in Japanese Heaven. We had an amazing server who immediately suggested we have the "Mule Bowl", which basically is a punch bowl of deliciousness, and to keep it classy, it comes with dainty tea cups to drink out of. He also suggested we have the "Pineapple Fried Rice" and the "Lettuce Wraps". All were fantastic! We also tried a few rolls that were perfection. As if the food and drinks weren't enough to get you to Yelp it out, the decor is really what sets this place apart from anywhere else. You definitely feel transported to some other Japanese Universe. Where ordering a punch bowl for two is OK, and peeing in a bathroom stall, plastered with pictures of Hello Kitty or Ryan Goseling is totally normal.

So, the next time you are in the mood for sushi, a killer atmosphere, or just anything different, check out BANG BANG in DTSD!

GO. EAT SUSHI. DRINK PUNCHBOWL. BE HAPPY.

Happy Birthday Marisa!

PICASSO BABY

2013-08-04T18:34:00.001-07:00

DEAR DIANE

2013-07-15T21:11:00.000-07:00

Thank you for being such an AMAZING swimwear store! During my daily stroll at UTC last week, I noticed a new swimwear store called, Diane's Beachwear. I was in search of a new solid two-piece, preferably in black or white. I am naturally drawn to Vitamin A pieces, but I am always open to trying out new labels. I was instantly greeted by friendly associates who were more than happy to help me find the perfect swimsuit. As I was combing through each and every fixture of juicy swimwear pieces, three things were running through my mind: 1. I should increase my cardio to four days a week. 2. I should stop eating Happy Meals on Fridays. 3. I shouldn't have come into this store without a budget. Not only was the selection incredible, but the price points were surprisingly affordable for a girl with champagne taste on a beer budget. My new BFF's also informed me of their AMAZING 2-for-1 sale on MAXI DRESSES!!!! Yes ladies, that's right! Buy 2, get 1 FREEEEEE!!!! Who does that?!? I'll tell you who....DIANE! I ended up purchasing the perfect black two piece suit by B.Swim. Kind of appropriate...no?? And of course a I found a maxi dress which I like to call "Sweet Revenge", as it shut down a BBQ I went to this past weekend ;) That dress killed the competition and hurt some feelings along the way. Whoopsies!

So, as we continue to kill ourselves at Pilates, and treat Carbohydrates as if they were the Devil himself, at least we can find peace in knowing our girl Diane has the perfect swimsuits and maxi's to go with our "Summer Struggle" bodies! Happy Summer Ladies!

Vitamin A

B.Swim

Lolli Swim

Halter Maxi $18

Jersey Racer Back $22

Who doesn't LOVE a Billabong Cardi?!

And who doesn't love a CAMO BILLABONG CARDI?!?

Doesn't everyone bring champagne to a BBQ???

Shop Diane's Beachwear NOW, thank me later!

MCHG

2013-07-08T17:19:00.001-07:00

If you were like most of us, you asked your one friend that has the Samsung Galaxy to burn you a copy of Jay Z's new album, "Magna Carta Holy Grail". Thanks Chilly! After listening to it non-stop for the last four days, I can't help but breathe a sigh of relief. Finally, HIP HOP FOR GROWN UPS! We all have to grow up at some point. I'm just happy to have someone like Jay Z providing the soundtrack for us to grow to. None of this pole climbing, molly popping, ratchet-ness going on here. Hov's talking art and high fashion all throughout this album and I couldn't be happier about those references. I also can't help but picture grown men Googling all of the labels Hov speaks about on almost every record. It's OK. He's on a whole other level. We may or may not be able to relate to everything he is talking about, but the core message for me remains the same - Never underestimate street smarts! He is the true definition of the "American Dream". Survived the street life, recognized his gift, and parlayed that into a billion dollar empire. Never let the circumstances you were born into determine where you end up in life. F the statistics! F the rules! Determine your own success and create #NEWRULES. Jay continues to create and inspire, all while maintaing that hustler spirit only those who have ever survived a struggle in their life can relate too. GENIUS! *Diamonds UP*

WHO DO WE THINK WE ARE

2013-06-11T20:36:00.000-07:00

Anyone who doesn't believe in perfection obviously hasn't seen Oprah's Next Chapter featuring John Legend. BEYOND PERFECT.

Love In The Future June 25th

#BBC DECADE

2013-06-10T21:25:00.000-07:00

CONGRATS to a true inspiration in the industry! Long live that BBC ICE CREAM! Skateboard.

"It's all about individuality. Fashion is great, the followers are cool but I love individuality. I love when people take things & make it themselves."

DREAMING OF DITA

2013-06-09T22:14:00.000-07:00

From the moment I laid eyes on her, I knew she was the one. I've never been able to apply that saying to actual human being, but I have been able to use it when it comes to sunglasses. And I'm not talking about just any kind of sunnies. I'm talking about none other than the infamous DITA LEGENDS. You may have seen a few celebs rocking them in the trashy mags we all hate to love to read, (only on airplanes for me). You may have seen me rocking them over the past few summers. Well, a couple of weeks ago, I forgot my case, threw them into my H&M crossbody bag, and went on about my business. I may or may not have been having a few cocktails that evening??? Irrelevant either way. I woke up the next morning to find my beloved Dita's broken....(insert every F bomb imaginable). I called the nearest Dita hospital and spoke a Dita Doctor by the name of Jacob. He told me to bring her in right away so he could asses the damage. Without any hesitation, I phoned my cousin and told her we needed to pack up the baby and drive to Newport Beach ASAP! Fashion Island is super kid friendly and my cousin always loves to shop with me, who doesn't? We arrived at the Dita Legends store, (a.k.a the Dita Hospital), and I was happily greeted by Dr. Jacob. I was taken aback by how amazing the store was and all of the deliciousness oozing from the wall cases inside. Dr. Jacob noticed I was distracted and reminded me of why I was there in the first place. He took a look at my bruised and broken girl, then said he needed to keep her for further observation. Once that was handled, I began to do what I do best - SHOP. Meanwhile, my cousin was trying to land the next spot on The Real Houswives of O.C. by spotting Taylor Armstrong next door. Yes, her lips are just as big if not bigger in person. By this time I had narrowed down my options to three fabulous pair of Dita's. I really couldn't decide, until the AMAZING Dr. Jacob pulled a new pair named AMANT off the shelf and told me to try them on. Do you hear that? Angels singing. Harps playing. DITA HEAVEN. And that was it. She was the one!

Taxon

Paradis

Special thanks to Jacob for the AMAZING customer service! These bad boys are a life changer!