Monthly Archives: March 2016

Kelly Cardenas San Diego Celebrates 1 Year!

Happy 1 year anniversary to the Kelly Cardenas Salon in Hillcrest! Can you believe I’ve been going there for a little over a year (posts here and here)? I practically celebrated with them throughout the day by first getting my hair styled and colored earlier in the morning (by Salvador of course), then going their anniversary party that night.

Congratulations to everyone at Kelly Cardenas, and cheers to many more years to come!

My haircut and color from earlier that day. Back to purple!

(Wearing “Keiko” Bon Look prescription sunglasses; Forever 21 dress; Zara long bomber jacket; La Vidriola Cassette necklace)

With my hubby at the anniversary party

With the stylist who works all of his magic on my hair, Salvador!

I got to pose with Kelly himself!

The Kelly Cardenas staff, from all of their locations: San Diego, Carlsbad, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City and Chicago

My outfit for the evening: Lucy Paris jacket (bought second hand at Lost & Found for $20!); Forever 21 shirt; SOHO Apparel leggings; BCBGeneration shoes; Kate Spade bracelet and clutch; La Vidriola Cassette earrings; Lookmatic glasses

(Pictures 1, 3, 4 and 5 courtesy of the Kelly Cardenas Instagram and Facebook pages)

Love Tatum Sample Sale March 26, 2016!

One of my favorite jewelry designers, Love Tatum, is having a sample sale at her showroom tomorrow from 9am – 4pm! If you’re not in San Diego, she will have an online Sample Sale from March 26th 2016 to March 28th 2016. She is such an amazing designer, and I’m quickly building my own collection of her fabulous jewelry (in the third picture).

I’ll be stopping by as well, so I hope to see you there. Cheers and have a great weekend!

Kipling’s 2016 Spring Line!

Last month, a few bloggers were invited to an “Empowering Women Event” at Kipling’s Fashion Valley location, where patrons could save 20% on their purchase that day by donating their gently used handbags. We were treated to sips, sweets and songs as well as a preview of their new Spring line. I adore the staff at Kipling because everyone is so sweet, and they were so excited to share with us all their latest handbags, totes and backpacks. What better way to celebrate the “Year of The Monkey”!

Always great to see my blogger friends Lilia of Curls & Fashion, Laura of Laura Neuzeth and Alessandra of Alessandra Gonzalez!

(Photo courtesy of Alessandra)

Isn’t Laura holding the cutest Kipling monkey? With his little laptop, it’s perfect for bloggers!

Bright and Colorful: Key words for Kipling’s new Spring line!

My absolute favorite: The new Claudia handbag in stone metallic. Looks like leather!

Thank you Kipling at Fashion Valley for the bright new additions to my growing collection, these will come in handy for traveling this summer!

The Cheeses of Europe Pop-Up at Fashion Valley

I love attending events that are different from what I’m used to, especially at a place like a major shopping mall. Recently, I attended the media event for “The Cheeses of Europe” pop-up shop held at Center Court at Fashion Valley. It featured several varieties of cheeses from Europe (mainly France), offered at a lower price point. The Cheeses of Europe is presented by The Cheeses of France Marketing Council, and their hope is to build awareness and demand for The Cheeses of Europe in the US and the world through national and regional programs. My favorite cheeses of the sampling were the creamier ones and the salted butters. Although I didn’t purchase any that night, I’m happy to know that these cheeses are available at any local Whole Foods, because I will most definitely be trying some of the fabulous dishes on their recipes page. Without a doubt, The Cheeses of Europe know how to Make it Magnifique!

Wine and champagne was available to try with all of the wonderful cheeses for the evening!

The dishes in this mini-sampling were so delicious!

It was great to check out all of the tasty cheeses with Lilia of Curls and Fashion and Vanessa of Fashion Mixtape. One of my favorite cheeses was that Paysan Breton whipped cheese, and another favorite was the Baked Brie with Chipotle Mango Honey Cilantro Shots from the flight of dishes pictured above (pictured bottom right).

Of course I downloaded the app!

The Latest From LEGOLAND®: LEGO® Friends Rooms at The LEGOLAND® Hotel!

As a new LEGOLAND® Blogger, I get to bring you the latest news before anyone else does for anything having to do with the fantastic family resort. Here’s my first piece of news as an Insider: There will be 11 new LEGO® Friends themed rooms and 1 suite available to book beginning today! Kick off your day at the LEGOLAND® resort by staying in one of these fully themed rooms, and hang out with your LEGO® Friends from Heartlake City. For hotel room rates, ticket prices, and other information, visit www.LEGOLAND.com or call 760-918-LEGO (5346). Cheers and enjoy!

The Spring Trend Event 2016 Presented by Neiman Marcus

I love this time of year because it’s when Neiman Marcus at Fashion Valley is ready to present their Spring Trend Event. Each spring and fall, Neiman Marcus presents their picks for trends for the seasons in a special fashion show presentation for invited stylists and bloggers, perfectly styled by Alex Yanez. The presentation included a sumptuous lunch, which was Lenten perfection (meaning no meat) as it fell on Ash Wednesday this year. I’ve included all the looks from this year’s presentation, and I will highlight my favorites. Not only is this a wonderful luncheon that includes fabulous fashion, but it’s a time to catch up with some of my favorite stylist and blogger friends.

Women’s Spring Trends 2016

These Gucci lace-up gladiator heels gave me the feels, completely.

All of the contrasting florals were still pulled together by the colors pink and fuchsia.

The Fendi Mini 3Jours with that Micro Baguette was so much fun together!

I seriously need those wide-leg cut-out culottes. NEED.

Why yes, I could add yet another bomber jacket to my collection, especially THAT one by Alice + Olivia.

I finally just got my lace-up flats, so I think I can replicate this outstanding mixed-lace outfit.

The Moschino purse that some of my blogger buddies said that was so me. I agree!

Menswear Spring 2016

The red embellished bomber jacket and the bow-tie with the military influenced jacket definitely elevated these outfits.

Chloe looking as adorable as usual! (The Stylish Bisou)

With Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic and Laura of Laura Neuzeth

I don’t see Jade of These Days nearly enough!

My outfit details: BCBG cape sweater, Blank jeans, Jimmy Choo shoes, vintage Chanel purse (purchased from Portero), Love Tatum ring and bracelet, Warby Parker glasses.

The beauty presentation featured Le Metier De Beaute, and our lovely gift from Neiman Marcus was the Peau Vierge Anti-Aging Complexe, valued at $125!

Thank you again to Neiman Marcus at Fashion Valley for inviting me, I had a great time as always!

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