Cupcakes and Cashmere

Girls Weekend

Emily — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:00:04 +0000

Every few months, I have a insatiable desire to visit the desert. There’s something so therapeutic about the dry heat, plentiful drinks and quiet evenings that you simply can’t recreate anywhere else. This trip will be slightly different than ones from the past (seen here, here and here) since it’s a Bachelorette Party, but I [...]

Heavy Metal

Emily — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:00:11 +0000

Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Dress, Martin + Osa Necklaces, Marc Jacobs Bag, Zara Wedges If I wasn’t concerned about repeating myself incessantly, I’d have an entire closet filled with sheer, frilly dresses. They’re deceptively polished since they require little more effort than slipping one over your head and running out the door. I’ve had this [...]

Clover Cookies

Emily — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00:37 +0000

My boyfriend jokes that every holiday is “my favorite” since I get overly giddy about each approaching one. I can say with certainty though, that Saint Patrick’s Day has never really done it for me. Sure, I try to wear green to avoid getting pinched, but the thrill of tinted beer and rowdy bars [...]

Crave or Save

Emily — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:00:41 +0000

As soon as the weather starts to turn balmy, I reach for breezy white dresses and colorful flats. It’s a surefire combination that works season after season and is as easy as it is cheerful. When I first spotted these Lanvin Pom Pom Espadrilles, I was smitten with the bright orange and pink colors, but [...]

Spring Cleaning

Emily — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:00:41 +0000

Elizabeth & James Blazer, 3.1 Phillip Lim Dress (compliments of Planet Blue), Vintage Belt and Clutch, Alberta Feretti Sandals Last week I mentioned my love for blush tones and was reminded of this breezy dress that I’ve been holding onto since the first days of winter. It’s unapologetically girly and I couldn’t wait to wear it [...]

2 Years

Emily — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:00:53 +0000

It’s been two years since I started Cupcakes and Cashmere as a way to share some of the little things I love. Since then it’s become my full-time job and I couldn’t be happier. You’ll never know how much your support means to me and I’m looking forward to what the next year brings.

Paint The Town Red

Emily — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:38 +0000

Remember how I mentioned that we found the perfect-sized settee at the Melrose Trading Post Flea Market this past Sunday? Well here it is, in all of its red, over-the-top glory. While we certainly didn’t have our hearts set on the color, once I noticed the intricate pattern and wood work, I was sold. I [...]

Spring Cakes

Emily — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:26 +0000

The Whole Foods produce section offers such wonderful inspiration when I’m wandering the aisles in search of dessert ideas. Cupcakes are nothing new around here, but once I caught a glimpse of the ripe berries, I knew they’d be the perfect finishing touch. It’s easy to get caught up in all of the fancy cupcake [...]

Blushing Beauty

Emily — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:00:45 +0000

The gowns at the Academy Awards were bursting in beautiful shades of blush. I’ve always loved the color; it’s such a quiet, feminine shade and there simply needs to be more of it inside my closet (to accompany this). Whether it’s a pale pink polish on my finger tips or a drapey leather jacket in [...]

Seeing Spots

Emily — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:00:48 +0000

Zara Leopard Tunic, Citizens of Humanity Jeans, Coach Boots, Vintage Clutch, Handmade Necklaces, Anthropologie Flower Pin Saturday was one of those gloomy days that was impossibly long and disappointingly unproductive. See, we’ve been missing a place for guests to sit in our living room for quite some time. Remember when we bought these and [...]

Oscar Worthy

Emily — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:00:19 +0000

Considering how the Oscars are my equivalent of the Superbowl, I’ve done a pretty sorry job at seeing the majority of the nominated films this year. I’m all caught up on “Glee,” “Biggest Loser” and every episode of “Barefoot Contessa,” but I just haven’t been motivated to trade my comfy couch and surround sound for [...]

Grub

Emily — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 08:00:46 +0000

Since the majority of people in L.A. roll out of bed at around noon on the weekend, it’s an ideal time to take advantage of the lack of traffic on the road (and in the restaurants). Grub is one of my favorite spots for brunch and is completely worth the trek over to Hollywood. With [...]

How To: Messy Bun

Emily — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:00:00 +0000

I’ve been wearing my hair in some sort of messy updo for most of my life. While it’s certainly a simple way to battle a bad hair day, I’ve surprisingly received numerous requests to see just how it’s done. It helps to have hair that hasn’t been washed for at least a day and [...]

Walking on a Country Road

Emily — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:00:41 +0000

Zara Top, Pleasure Doing Business Skirt, American Apparel Tights, Steve Madden Booties, Martin + Osa Necklace, Essie Mink Muffs It’s always a tough transition arriving back home after a luxuriously relaxing weekend. There’s laundry to be done, clothes to be put away and in our case, empty cupboards with little hope for a meal. I had [...]

Justin Vineyards & Winery

Emily — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:00:05 +0000

Our weekend spent at Justin Vineyards and Winery was truly exquisite. The Sussex Suite that we stayed in was so charming with its canopy bed, wood-burning fireplace and marble spa that it made it difficult to leave. We drank copious amounts of wine, indulged in rich food and simply relaxed. Weekends like this don’t come [...]

Bed and Breakfast (and Wine)

Emily — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:00:24 +0000

Later today my boyfriend and I are packing our bags (I’m bringing my Alexander McQueen suitcase) and heading out to Paso Robles, a little town in the central coastal wine region. Neither of us have ever been before and since we weren’t together on Valentine’s Day, we’re spending the weekend at a rustic bed and [...]

Shady Situation

Emily — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:00:43 +0000

Ray Bans, Planet Blue Dress, Linea Pelle Bag, Michael Kors Watch I’m a firm believer that a pair of sunglasses can completely transform your entire look. Sometimes that’s a bad thing, as was the case with the massive white shades I sported all throughout college. Since then, I’ve learned from my mistakes and now adhere to [...]

Merlot-Poached Pears with Cinnamon and Lemon

Emily — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:00:24 +0000

I like my McDonald’s hot fudge sundae just as much as the next girl, but there’s a different level of sophistication in a fruit that’s been soaked in a red wine reduction. Though it may not feel like winter in L.A., I still crave rich, velvety desserts that require methodical stirring over a stove. I [...]

Shop-a-Matic

Emily — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:00:46 +0000

When I was approached by New York Mag to pick some of my favorite Spring clothes for Shop-a-Matic, I could barely contain my excitement. The wonderfully executed site consistently puts forth the most inspirational pieces and I got to sort through only the best of the best. Ranging from a “meant-to-be-noticed” nude bra and paperbag [...]

Strawberry Wine

Emily — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:00:30 +0000

Forever 21 Top and Skirt, Vintage Aviators, Martin + Osa Necklace, Sabertooth Ring, Coach Clutch, Alaia Platforms One of my favorite things about watching shows at Fashion Week was seeing the models’ hair and make-up. The wind-swept styles were simple and sweet, while their lips were painted in vibrant shades of coral. I don’t often stray [...]