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Gift Guide: It’s Getting Hot in Here

By Kirsten|February 6th, 2013|Gift Guide|

1. Diane von Furstenberg Lock Heart iPhone 5 Case, $40, 2.Diptyque Rose Duet Candle, $65, 3. Jennifer Meyer Gold Small Heart Stud Earrings, $350, 4. Eberjey Gisele Short PJ Top, $58, and Bottom, $40, 5. Jacquie Aiche Double Ring with Bezel, $132, 6. Mary Green Good Girl/Bad Girl Reversible Sleep Mask, $28, 7. Hanky Panky Cross Dyed Signature Lace Sleep Set, $90, 8. Oscar de la Renta Gladia Sandals, $895, 9. Honeydew Emma Elegance Lace Chemise, $46, 10. Lelo Flickering Touch Massage Candle, $29.90, 11. Cosabella Never Say Never 30 Pack of Thongs, $500, 12. La Perla Shanghai San Bra, $245, and Thong, $115, 13. Kiki de Montparnasse Bonds of Love Kit, $210

The only holiday that may be more difficult than Christmas to navigate regarding gift giving is Valentine’s Day. I feel as if Valentine’s Day is almost like some type of booby trap that we, as women, created to find out just how our men feel about us. For instance, last year, I didn’t get a dang thing from my then fiance. Not so much as a card. That’s basically how I knew it was over. It’s kind of like when our boos ask, “What’s wrong?” and we reply with, “Nothing,” throwing down the gauntlet that he better figure out what’s wrong. A Valentine’s Day gift is essentially the same thing. You hand me a bunch of Gerber daisies or a faux velvet box of drugstore chocolates and I’m going to hand you the phone to call a cab. And to throw an even bigger curveball to our man friends, there’s that whole level of sexual appropriateness. Three weeks in and you gift me furry handcuffs? Eh. A year and a half in and you present me with a coffee table book? Double eh. Basically, guys are screwed, so why not just do them a solid and leave this page open on their browsers? Not like I’ve never done that at an Apple store. And if you’re unattached (much like myself), get yourself something extra special to celebrate YOU or get together with gal pals and do a sexy gift exchange. At least you know you’ll get something you like.

Is it hot in here?

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Love Always

By Kirsten|February 4th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

Much like death and taxes, there’s another day that’s unavoidable and sometimes just as unpleasant. One might believe that with all my relationship mishaps, trainwrecks, and heartbreaks, I’d grow a little bitter. Ironically enough, I’m love’s biggest fan. I love love. I love people who are in love. I love being in love (though I’m starting to forget how that feels). So rather than being bitter Betty come February 14th, how about embracing the day and spreading a little love instead?

La Perla Marchesa Lace Underwire Bra, $295, and lace briefs, $160, Cast of Vices Handcuff Bracelet, $250, Tom Ford Private Blend Lipstick in Diabolique, $48, Mimi Holiday Bisou Bisou Cherie Lace Bodysuit, $140

Love always,

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Setting the Mood: Hut, Set, Who Cares…

By Kirsten|January 28th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

Whether you like it or not, the Super Bowl cometh. I’m on team “Or not.” Doesn’t matter which team you’re rooting for… hold on… had to ask who’s playing… be it San Francisco or Baltimore, you will have to come to terms with the fact that 90+% of the American male population will be glued to the TV come Sunday and you can either book that weekend away with the girls, or get on board with the boys. I’m on hold with the Four Seasons as we speak, but should you find yourself stuck at a pigskin party, you may as well get in the spirit of the game. That would require one to dress the part. Don’t bother wasting your time with heels, but please, heaven almighty, don’t be that girl wearing a football jersey. Another option that gives the illusion you care? Wear a cute and cozy top in your team’s color(s). Should you despise both teams, just wear black or a color that has absolutely nothing to do with the game… like pink. Distressed denim, designer sneaks, and a whistle accessory just for fun will complete your game day getup.

Splendid Cotton Modal Jersey Top, $50, Rag & Bone Skinny Jeans, $198, Agent Provocateur Crystal Whistle Necklace, $330, Burberry High Top Leather Sneakers, $425, Vince Double V Tee, $62.50

Someone pass me the queso.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Don’t Be a SAG

By Kirsten|January 27th, 2013|Celebrity Style, Red Carpet Recap|

Style Stars:

Amanda Seyfried in Zac Posen, Anne Hathaway in Giambattista Valli, Jennifer Lawrence in Christian Dior

Judging by tonight’s Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG), I don’t watch enough TV… or at least I’m not watching the right TV shows… because I didn’t know who half of the people walking the red carpet were. One would have thought that could have been easily cleared up by simply tuning into the red carpet pre-show interviews, but the opposite was true. Somehow, E! left me ever more befuddled than before by presenting the most awkward interviews and time spent talking about dubstep, juggling, and making it rain. This is probably the only time I’ve been left wondering, “Where’s Seacrest?” While scouting for the night’s best dressed was more like a game of “Where’s Waldo?” watching the b-roll footage, I managed to identify the evening’s style stars, style stalls, and overall trends.

It’s clear that winners wear blue and while navy may not officially be the new black (which was still incredibly strong), it was the color that ruled the crimson carpet. If you weren’t black and blue, you might have shimmered in metallics and if you were looking to punch things up, pink was the go to hue.

Blue Belles:

Giuliana Rancic in Max Azria, Nicole Kidman in Vivienne Westwood, Busy Philips in Gabriela Cadena

Black Beauties:

Amy Poehler in , Tina Fey in Oscar de la Renta, Kelly Osbourne in Jenny Packham

Shiny, Happy People:

Naomi Watts in Marchesa, Helen Hunt in Romona Keveza, Jennifer Garner in Oscar de la Renta, Katrina Bowden in Badgley Mischka

Pink Ladies:

Nina Dobrev in Elie Saab, Freida Pinto in Roland Mouret, Lea Michel in Valentino

Style Stalls:

Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen, Julianne Moore in Chanel, Morena Baccarin in Basil Soda

Oh, I feel some of your salty stares right now, but I stand firm on my worst dressed choices. It all (mostly) comes down to one simple thing: fit. While Jessica Chastain proves a redhead can wear red on the red carpet, she looked more Jessica Rabbit than sexy starlet and unfortunately, that includes wearing a dress that is two sizes too small. Remember, my friends, “wrinkles point to the problem areas.” It pained me to include Julianne Moore because, to me, she is a classic beauty and remember she was one of my best dressed at the Golden Globes? This slinky black and white Chanel, just skims a little too low– now I know these are the SAG awards, but the top of this dress simply makes her look, ahem, saggy. As for Morena? Two words: swamp thing.

Below, some SAG accredited starlets prove that black is not always a safe choice and not all trends need be followed.

Julie Bowen , Claire Danes in Givenchy, Naya Rivera in Donna Karan

Two, Not Always Better than One:

January Jones in Prabal Gurung, Julianna Marguiles, Marion Cotillard in Christian Dior

Alright ladies and Seacrest, game faces on. Oscars up next.

xx,

WhyDid

The List Volume LXXXVI

By Kirsten|January 25th, 2013|The List|

I knew I’d eventually be reminded what the perks of living on the West Coast were. This week was that time. With temperatures in the pre-teens and a beast of a flu running rampant, I started to reassess my living situation (don’t worry, it’ll only last a week or so– it’s the flu talking). I’ve been radio silent for the last couple of days because I’ve basically only made it out of bed to let my dog out and make another NyQuil cocktail. So, even though influenza has become the “trendy excuse” for a brush off, I’m not really blowing you off, I’m actually sick.

Having the flu and being stuck in bed with nothing to do.
People bailing last minute on your birthday.
Below freezing temperatures. When I can feel the bones in my face freezing, it’s too cold. Looks like Kanye found a cure.
Public urination. I’m not talking about bums or campfires. I’m talking about the young lady in a sequin skirt who couldn’t hold it til she got home.
People who think your dreams are crazy.

People who are crazy enough to believe in their dreams.
Having the people who matter celebrate your birthday with you.
An apple cutter/corer/wedger. Seriously, never an excuse to not eat an apple a day with one of these guys (mine’s a turtle).
Having a dog for a live-in feet warmer (especially when you’re sick).
Having the flu and not needing to make any excuses for not getting out of bed.

How many calories do you think coughing burns?

xx,

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