Cupcakes and Cashmere

Links I Love

Emily — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:00:14 +0000

1. This takes my obsession with sharks to a completely new level (watch the entire thing). (youtube.com) 2. Adorable poppy gift topper DIY, so cute for spring. (creaturecomfortsblog.com) 3. Fascinating – most loved regional candies. (mentalfloss.com) 4. Unfortunate sports names, which one is your favorite? (funnyordie.com) 5. A great straw tote is hard to find. This [...]

“Corn on the Cob” Cupcakes

Emily — Wed, 22 May 2013 08:00:44 +0000

I have a weird obsession with desserts disguised as savory food. I first made these brownie “burgers” for Superbowl Sunday last year and have been experimenting with similar projects ever since. I’d first admired these “corn on the cob” cupcakes a while back on Martha Stewart, but never got around to making them. Since we’re [...]

Wedding Wear: Four Ways

Emily — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:00:43 +0000

With wedding season in full swing, I’ve put together four ensemble ideas, whether you’ll be in the desert, at a woodsy destination, a sprawling vineyard, or a city celebration. A desert (or beachside) wedding should be filled with bright pieces that mimic the shades of sunset. Bring along old Hollywood staples like an oversized hat [...]

Video: How to Make Sugar Cookie Icing

Emily — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:00:24 +0000

I’ve documented my obsession with sugar cookies over the years many times (here, here, and here). They’re cute, customizable, and everyone loves them, so they’re one of those desserts everyone should master. My first few times decorating cookies with royal icing though, were miserable failures. It comes down to two things: making the royal icing [...]

Crave or Save

Emily — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:00:09 +0000

An army green utility jacket is one of those layers that’s always more versatile than you expect (I’ve worn mine over dainty lace dresses and my grungiest of jeans). Especially during the warmer months, it’s a great jacket that can easily be thrown in a bag and brought out at night while sitting outside for [...]

Business in Blue

Emily — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:00:04 +0000

Super Sunglasses, Coach Trench (similar here), J.Crew Shirt, Club Monaco Skirt, Manolo Blahnik Heels, Kelly Wearstler Clutch It’s not that I’m opposed to outfits that are business-like, but when they start to veer too conservative, I make little tweaks to keep them from feeling stuffy. At my first office job, I didn’t understand that kind [...]

Five Things

Emily — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:00:50 +0000

{Birthday gift from my husband, who I’m slowly torturing while practicing some country songs} While I know time is constant, it always seems to speed by whenever you take a moment to think about it. It’s hard to believe we’re pretty much half way through 2013, but I felt like we were just ringing in [...]

Ask Emily

Phoebe Dean — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:00:53 +0000

Questions in this Episode: 1. “Do you have any photography tips/advice?” 2. “When having friends over for dinner how do you decide on a menu? What kind of ideas for summer get togethers?” 3. “I know in the past you’ve mentioned since you work at home (and for yourself!) it’s hard to actually stop working. [...]

Links I Love

Emily — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:00:04 +0000

1. Spent way too much time reading my reinterpreted “gangsta” Tweets. Just search your @name and enjoy. (Gizoogle.net) 2. Are millennials lazy, narcissistic and delusional or the next greatest generation? (time.com and meritshare.com) 3. A transparent ankle strap DIY. (apairandasparediy.com) 4. These pie boxes would be perfect for summer picnics. (etsy.com) 5. I love the idea of [...]

Plaid and Peplum

Emily — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:00:44 +0000

Ray-Ban Aviators, J.Crew Top, Hermes Belt, J.Crew Pants, Louboutin Heels, Juicy Couture Clutch Most of the time when I have to get dressed for a meeting, I throw on a dress, add a pair of heels and run out the door. But this past week I switched it up a bit. Since jeans were too [...]

Charred Brussels Sprout Salad

Emily — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:00:18 +0000

I’ve obviously been on a salad kick lately, as evidenced by this post from a few weeks back and I’ve been experimenting with variations using different vegetables. One of my favorite dishes at Bäco Mercat is their Ceasar Brussels Sprouts, so I decided to create my own variation, which included charring the brussels and mixing [...]

Vintage Chairs: Before and After

Emily — Tue, 14 May 2013 08:00:22 +0000

A few months back at the Rose Bowl Flea Market, I found a pair of vintage wingback chairs for our office. Despite their age, they were remarkably comfortable, a classic shape, and I brought them both home for $75. But there was work to be done…a couple of the buttons were missing, they were an [...]

Crave or Save

Phoebe Dean — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:00:20 +0000

When I think of white shoes, they don’t necessarily conjure up stylish images in my head: I’m reminded of the blindingly bright Converse kicks I had as a kid, the shoes my dad matched to his wedding tux (true story), and the bad platform flip flops I wore in college. But the new strappy [...]

Wrap Around the Waist

Emily — Mon, 13 May 2013 08:00:52 +0000

Karen Walker Sunglasses, Rebecca Taylor Dress, Balenciaga Clutch, Zara Heels About a year ago, I was grabbing lunch on 3rd St. when I saw a woman in a pretty dress across the street. It was a simple, classic silhouette but with extra fabric that cinched around her waist. Disregarding traffic, I bolted across the street [...]

Mother’s Day Surprise

Emily — Sun, 12 May 2013 08:00:13 +0000

A few months back, I shared a sneak peek of our wedding video that Brian sent over. I thought it was perfect – it captured the day so beautifully and left me wanting more. Well, more came in the form of our final video we received this past week. Since it’s Mother’s Day (and I’ve [...]

Five Things

Emily — Fri, 10 May 2013 07:05:36 +0000

{So happy that my parents came down to visit last week} I’m not sure if it’s just this new decade I recently entered or what, but this week just worked. Each day felt fulfilling – busy, but productive with enough room for leisurely lunches and wine with dinner. And while I already felt like our [...]

Summer Sandals

Phoebe Dean — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:00:16 +0000

In general, I usually find flats to be a bit boring, at least in comparison to the extensive variety of heels readily available. But this season I’ve been inspired by the new crop of embellished sandals. They’re an ideal complement to just about anything – a pair of white skinnies, a crisp shirtdress, or cut-off [...]

Ask Emily

Emily — Thu, 09 May 2013 08:00:11 +0000

I hope you enjoy the second installment of my new video series, Ask Emily, where I’ll be answering a few of the questions you send in each week (you can see the first one here). Feel free to continue asking away, through my comments or social media! Questions in this episode: 1. “What is your [...]

Links I Love

Emily — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:00:44 +0000

1. These woven sneakers are a fun twist on a classic. (shopbop.com) 2. Beard study shows heavy stubble makes men especially attractive to women. Amen. (huffingtonpost.com) 3. I love this celestial-inspired paperweight tutorial. (forthemakers.com) 4. Inspiration for summertime burger grilling. (foodandwine.com) 5. A father’s letter to his little girl that made me tear up. (huffingtonpost.com) 6. A perfect [...]

High-Waisted Skinnies

Emily — Wed, 08 May 2013 08:00:46 +0000

Celine Sunglasses, BB Dakota Trench (on sale), Zara Top, Blank Jeans, Manolo Blahnik Pumps, Clare Vivier Clutch, Essie ‘Avenue Maintain’ Nail Polish For someone with a disproportionately long torso,* I almost always go for high-waisted pants, since that extra bit of length in the leg is crucial. I have a couple pairs of trouser jeans that I love, but [...]