Fearless and Hopeless In Los Angeles

Some Americans inevitably trample each other for a deal the day after giving thanks for everything they already have.  Some Americans swear that they will never eat again at the end of Thanksgiving day only to gorge all weekend.  Some are guilty of both...(ok, maybe not the trampling). 

Fortunately, a post-Thanksgiving weekend filled with Target and two malls did not get me killed and actually ended with a pretty relaxing Sunday as I:



 

 

 

Continued the Thanksgiving gluttony by indulging in Bouchon's delicious pastries (winner was the almond brioche), a charcuterie plate and a latte (followed by shrimp and grits).  Essie's Bazooka and OPI's Rainbow Connection nail polish.

 

Browsed Restoration Hardware...where I sat and enjoyed my chai in the beautiful outdoor showroom.  Blank NYC jeans, La Maille oversized sweater, Kate Spade earrings (similar here), Fendi B Mix bag, BCBG riding boots (old).

Thanksgiving Ham

This Thanksgiving, we had a full house: 18 people, 3 dogs and 1 pig - my sister's pet pig being the newest addition to the family!  It was a true zoo and I could not be more thankful for all the madness.

Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving too.


The one and only Piggie Smalls (aka the Notorious P.I.G.)

 

 

 

Rebecca Taylor dress, Martin + Osa Cardigan, Fendi B Mix bag.

Fall in DC

Made it back from NY to spend just enough time in LA to get food poisoning (a curse on you Sunset Tower!) and head back to the east coast...where I happened to catch one of my favorite things - fall in DC.

Seeing the leaves change color makes an Angeleno understand why east coasters are always going on about the seasons...it may seem a faint memory during the cold winters but it's breathtaking at the time.  How to make the most of a few hours in DC during the fall:

 

Post-brunch stroll with the BFF and her man.

 

 

Commit and take a drive to Maryland to really see the final leaves of fall.

 

 

Stop at old abandoned amusement park.  H&M coat (old). JBrand 811 Polar Skinny jeans. Banana Republic Ryder rain boots (sold out).

 

 

Take it all in before hopping on a flight back to LA!

In Sandy Times

As you all know, Sandy hit and looking back, NYC did an amazing job preparing for it.  Although my midtown hotel lost power and water, I was fortunate enough to be able to book it and stay with the New York Couple who were relatively unaffected.  Back in LA now, it seems far away but many in NY and NJ are still dealing with the aftermath and everyone can help!  Donate here through itunes.