RECENTLY X WINTER 2015

And just like that, it's a new year. Hard to believe that 2015 is now just a memory, however this notion of a fresh start and putting the previous year behind us occurs like clockwork. There are many aspects of 2015 that I am more than ready to close the book on, however there were some very special and unforgettable moments last year as well.

Now before I move full-throttle into 2016, I wanted to provide my usual visual recap of these past few winter months.

From the top:

1. A highlight of the season was most definitely my dear friend Jen coming to visit, to see the unforgettable Madonna concert!

2. A sorbet sunset in Beverly Hills with the most massive palms holding court.

3. A chilly afternoon of rosé overlooking the ocean on the Malibu pier with my friend and client Oleema of MIKOH.

4. Shadow play.

5. A gloomy afternoon in Santa Monica.

6. Cheers to champagne, Diptyque candles and my Hermes CDC.

7.  B&W beauties.

8. Watching a storm roll in on the corner of Sunset Blvd. and Crescent Heights in my neighborhood of West Hollywood.

9. Off duty in Venice wearing Happiness Turca Sweats with Natalie.

10. What can I say? I love palms and a sunset.

11. Rise and fall.

12. California Christmas trees.

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RECENTLY X AUGUST + SEPTEMBER 2015

Confession: I completely spaced when it came to posting the August installment of my snapshot collection, so here it is combined with September. Enjoy!

1. A much needed afternoon cruise in the Marina so graciously hosted by my friend Jacey.

2. This view on a recent drive home from work is why I love living in LA so much.

3. A late summer beach day with my new favorite Las Bayadas La Lucia beach blanket.

4. My favorite steak tartare with quail egg and black truffle from Cecconi's in West Hollywood.

5. Sporting Dior shades and a Ralph Lauren polo.

6. The coolest alleyway in Venice just off Dudley Ave.

7. Another snap from the Marina cruise with my girls Aimee and Sophie.

8. OH HEY on Abbot Kinney alongside Kat.

9. "Locals Only" framed Polaroids.

10. The power of the sea. Just love this image!

11. Recent reading materials including the queen Madonna's special edition issue of Rolling Stone and Gigi Hadid on W Magazine.

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REBEL HEART

Christmas came early from me when the one, the only MADONNA released six tracks from her upcoming album "Rebel Heart" yesterday.

One thing you must know about me is that I'm a die hard Madonna fan - have been since I can remember. From her iconic music videos to seeing her in concert, there's no denying that M really is the Queen of Pop.

If I had to pick a favorite (do I have to?) I would say that "Unapologetic Bitch" is the jam. The beats on all of these new songs are beyond addictive, and I'm loving that the album's lyrics are more personal than anything we've heard from her in past albums.

Can't wait for the rest of the album to drop!

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INSPIRATION // 3.13.14

Black and white edition!

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INSTAGRAM ROUNDUP - FEBRUARY 2013

Well, February is already flying by and so I thought it was time for another Instagram roundup!

Top to bottom, left to right:

1. A quick shot on the way into the office with my Starbucks drink of choice, a quad Venti iced nonfat latte.
2. My favorite thrashed skinny Levi's.
3. My wonderful friend Lacey at dinner Eveleigh.
4. A quick #armswag moment at dinner with my buds Morgan and Kat at new Venice hot spot Hostaria del Piccolo.
5. A cool shot of palm trees lining Beverly Hills on a rainy morning.
6. Celebrating my friend Kat's birthday at Porta Via in Beverly Hills. Happy birthday boo!
7. A pretty rad photo of none other than Madonna during the Blonde Ambition Tour.
8. Breakfast with my best friend Colton at Joan's on Third.
9. Spending a night in with my girl Devon - everyone check out her blog Devon Rachel!
10. Sportin' cupid's color on Valentine's Day via a red Zara blazer.
11. At the grand opening of Topshop / Topman at The Grove.
12. A killer pair of boots at Topshop that I could see SO many of my girls wearing.

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CAN YOU SEE ME?

Just thought I'd ask, since I'm camouflaged and all!

Snapback: Patricia Field VOGUE Snapback
Sunglasses: The Caravan gold aviators
Thermal: GAP 
Pants: Zara Camouflage Trousers with Zips in Khaki
Sneakers: Converse All Star Low Tops in Optical White

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COME ON, VOGUE

Happy New Year.

#vogue
#snapback

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MADONNA MANIA

Sunglasses: vintage
T-shirt: badass t-shirt I got at last week's Madonna concert
Jeans: Levi's
Sneakers: American Flag Vans

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WHO'S THAT GIRL

Two of my favorite things, Madonna and the color turquoise.

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Wayfarers
T-shirt: vintage Madonna Who's That Girl World Tour tee
Pants: Opening Ceremony X Levi's
Slippers: Stubbs & Wootton

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