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The List Volume XLIX

By |July 15th, 2011|The List|
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Every now and then I like to do a list of joyous things.  I know people look forward to hearing which wretched social offenses will make the list each week (or maybe are just checking to see if they made the list), but this week (today in particular) I feel so thankful, that it only feels right to express that.  I have far too much to be grateful for to complain.

You see, a year ago, I boarded a plane from JFK to LAX.  I had no idea at that time that one trip would change the entire course of my life, but it did.  Without revealing all details of the story (it will make a much better novel- and perhaps big budget film), I found myself in a real life love story.  I never used my return ticket.  I changed the return date a few times before just canceling it altogether.  And here I am.

  1. Craft stores (namely Michaels). 
  2. Light up floors.  I mean, why not? 
  3. Surprises.  Especially those of the birthday kind. 
  4. Hot air balloon rides. 
  5. Wedding cake samples (even if they spelled my name wrong…) 
  6. My parents’s wedding pictures (and my mom’s hooded bridesmaids!). 
  7. Being greeted at the airport with absolutely ridiculous helium balloons. 
  8. Dry erase tables.  How cool is that? 
  9. The smell of jasmine. Intoxicating. 
  10. Ocean views. 

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Destination Unknown

By |July 14th, 2011|Why Did You Wear That?|
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Today I was told to pack a suitcase.  No, not like the, “Get out of my house and get to steppin’ you, crazy bitch!” kind of suitcase.  More of the romantic surprise getaway and I’m not telling you wheeeeere suitcase.  See, tomorrow is my beloved and my anniversary.  I know.  I found myself a true Romeo (no, seriously, he’s a dream come true).  I have no idea where we’re headed, but wait til he gets a load of his gift.  (That’s what you get for marrying a writer, honey).  Anyway, I’m not that great at packing to begin with, so throwing me a curveball like this makes stuffing my suitcase that much more difficult.

Since I know you ladies are just as lovely, I don’t doubt that something like this will also happen to you.  So, to help you out, I’ve figured out how to pack for a destination unknown.  The key is versatility.  Pack things that can be both dressed up and dressed down.  Be sure to tuck a pair of flats (or comfortable shoes) along with some sexy stilettos in your bag.  To jazz up your daytime attire, be sure to bring your bling.  Accessories are crucial in taking any outfit from casual to cosmopolitan.

 

1. LNA Sunglasses, $195, 2. Michael Kors Leather Clutch, $395, 3. Diane von Furstenberg Camargue  20″ Rolling Duffle Bag, $200, 4. Eberjey Fairy Tales Teddy, $72, 5. Free People Polynesian Princess Romper, $118, 6. Cia.Maritima Leopard Print Top, $48 and Bottom, $68, 7. T-Bags Maxi Dress, $185, 8. Wyatt Heather Grey Cashmere Waterfall Cardigan, $169, 9. Amrita Singh Reversible Resin Necklace, $300, 10. Kenneth Jay Lane Satin Finish Bracelet, $150, 11. Co-Op Barney’s New York Flat Metallic Sandal, $330, 12. Bottega Veneta Strappy Wooden Sandal, $1,015

Don’t forget your sunglasses and something sexy.  No matter where you’re headed, just remember, you’re there to have fun and clearly your honey thinks you’re pretty spectacular already.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: California Dreaming

By |July 11th, 2011|Setting the Mood|
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Coming from New York, Los Angeles never really grew on me.  Tried as I did, I just couldn’t get into it.  Not even the perfectly placed palm trees or toned tanned skin could sway me.  I just didn’t jive with the City of Angels.

That is, until I moved up the coast to San Francisco.  Isn’t it funny how one thing can make you appreciate another?  Needless to say, after yet another freezing cold (not kidding- it’s 40 something degrees today) grey Monday, I can’t help but yearn for sunshine and convertibles.  I would even tolerate the bebe clad girls of Hollywood and Affliction t-shirted douchebags of yore for just one sun filled afternoon and a reason to slip on my Oliver Peoples.

But alas, I must endure the city by the bay for just a little while longer…

xx,

WhyDid

Chemise: Jenny Packham, $1,325

Shoes: Christian Louboutin, $995

Earrings: Ippolita, $1,795

Weekend Playlist: Turtle Dance Party

By |July 9th, 2011|Weekend Playlist|
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Yes, this playlist is called Turtle Dance Party.  Yes, that is also how it is saved in my iTunes.  No, we won’t get into that nickname today.  All you need to know is that this playlist will make even the slowest of turtles wanna come out of his shell.

For the last several weeks this is all I have listened to on the train, during my workouts, painting my nails…. cause my USB cords just keep magically disappearing preventing me from creating anything new… Who am I kidding?  I love this mix.

xx,

WhyDid

The List Volume XLVIII

By |July 9th, 2011|The List|
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Clearly, I’ve been spending a lot more time on wedding blogs as of late.  They have become a part of my daily web reconnaissance.  The problem is that they all look exactly the same.  Now, I don’t blame the blogs for this.  I blame the people having weddings.  Why do people spend so much time and money trying to make their weddings “different” when they all come out looking like carbon copies?

I can almost predict the photos.  The “rustic setting”, the homemade stationery.  How utterly ironic.  What? Did you turn into a hipster the minute you got engaged?

*Disclaimer: This is not for anyone who has already had a wedding and may have incorporated some of these details.  This is for the fine ladies out there planning their pending nuptials.  Please break the monotony.

Here are the top ten wedding trends that probably need to stop. Like, right now:

  1. Paper banners with kitschy sayings. 
  2. Cupcakes.  They are $&*#ing awesome!!!! We know. 
  3. Macaroons.  They look pretty, but no one wants to eat them.
  4. Using lettuce for your floral decorations.  Okay, this isn’t lettuce, these are called succulents (emphasis on suck).

  5. Mason jars.  No one wants to drink out of something that may have once contained bolts.
  6. Color coordinated candy bars. 
  7. The shoe picture. Might be the bride.  Might be the bride and the groom.  Either way… this picture will happen.
  8. Speaking of shoes… cowboy boots.
  9. … and TOM’s. 
  10. Mustaches. Did I miss something? 

Let’s be serious.  This is really just my cry for help.  If anyone has some great wedding blog suggestions, please send them my way.  You can also hold me accountable if any of this stuff ends up at my wedding.

xx,

WhyDid

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