It's so hot outside




Hot print bikinis for poolside by Santoria Vico.

Ocean baby




I love the flirty look of Salt Swimwear.

Limited love



ES_one of one everything from this label is produced in small batches, the styles are designed in limited edition prints and patterns to retain the uniqueness of each garment.

Ready to shine




The latest collection from Grey Ant is full of wonderful pieces from loud eighties pink to ethnic prints there is something to please everyone. I love the simple shape that flatter the body and the dresses that hide flaws and showcase the sexy parts of the body.

Happy Friday + stay cute!


Nice dress and jacket from LIFEwith BIRD.

Eat like a local


Tuesday I finally ate at Pokez a Mexican restaurant in East Village downtown San Diego. I am so glad I tried this place and wish I would have gone in sooner. The portions are generous and the food taste great. Don't let the sign scare you this place is great for vegetarians, vegans and meat eaters. I know the sign says vegetarian but they serve meat dishes too. The prices are very wallet friendly and I just love the atmosphere. If you are ever in San Diego make sure to stop by this place.

I have the blues




From the Samsøe & Samsøe summer 2009 collection.

You want a medal?


Throphy is just the type of line I love simple line and very wearable.

J'aime mes jeans


From the Guido & Mary Fall'09 collection.

Let piggy live!





Drop the hammer and step back from the piggy bank pretty girl! This super cute dress by Launderette is only $35! This number can be worn during the day to run errands and can be easily styled to be worn to a date or night out.

Alanis we need some Wood


Singer Alanis Morissette and hottie activist/actor Woody Harrelson have teamed up to create Reco Jeans, which are made with 50% recycled denim.T hey’re holding a dutch auction until July 18, allowing YOU to decide the prices of 300 limited box sets of the jeans which will also include a special edition Reco iPod case. The bids in the dutch auction will also be factored into the final price of the jeans, so don’t miss your chance to take part!

Poolside Friday


I love painting my nails various pretty colors, what I hate is the nasty smell and how dark colors can turn your nails yellow, yuck! That is why I love Sula so much, their nail polish is water base and does not have any Formaldehyde, Toluene and Phthalates – the smelly stuff, and is also free of the remaining cancer-linked ingredients still found in standard polish.

Renegade Craft LA


The 1st Annual event in Los Angeles is being held Saturday and Sunday, July 11 + 12 from 11AM - 7PM at the California Market Center Penthouse. What is the Renegade Craft Fair?The Renegade Craft Fair is a unique, DIY event showcasing over 300 of the most talented Artists + Crafters around. The fair takes place in cities across the US, including Brooklyn, Chicago, Los Angeles & San Francisco. At RCF you’ll find all sorts of cool handmade stuff - including plush items, jewelry, posters + prints, craft kits, clothing, stationery + more. Click here to read more about the history of Renegade!

Chic & Simple Sewing Booksigning and Fashion Show

Chic & Simple Sewing Booksigning and Fashion Show


Join Christine Haynes along with the fantastic folks at The Urban Craft Center for a booksigning event!Come by for a fashion show of styles from her book, Chic & Simple Sewing, a DJ spinning vinyl, snacks, and more.

Friday, July 10 at The Urban Craft Center
2433 Main, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Phone: 310-392-0139
hello@theurbancraftcenter.com

Going to L.A.






I'm going to LA today and I was inspired to create a look that is my take on LA style. Gladiators sandals from Free People, bag from Urban Outfitters, shorts from Anthropologie, tank and swimsuit from Forever21.