Coffee Break

Next time you're shopping, pick up a latte at Nordstrom's Ebar. They're amazing. Also, the soundtrack to The Great Gatsby was released yesterday, and will be on repeat on my ipod for the foreseeable future. Download it here. It's so so good. 

Céline sunglasses, A.L.C. leather jacket (similar), Zoe Karssen tee via Nordstrom, J. Crew necklace (similar), J Brand jeans (similar), Sam Edelman Petty booties (on sale!), Balenciaga bag. 

New Beat

If you've been following my blog for any period of time, you know by now that I love music. But every once in awhile I just need more. Something new, exciting, and perfect for the season. Now is one of those times. I've been loving the new Vampire Weekend single, but the rest of the album isn't out until May, and neither is the awesome collection of songs featured on "The Great Gatsby" soundtrack. What have you been listening to and loving lately? Any suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated!

Céline sunglasses, A.L.C. jacket, Elizabeth & James shirt, J. Crew Pixie pant, Rag & Bone Harrow booties, Marc Jacobs bag (similar), pearls via Security Jewelers. 

I'm Ready

Nothing says spring like pink pants. I'm ready, so don't stop. 

Céline sunglasses, A.L.C. jacket, James Perse tank (similar), Rag & Bone jeans (similar Current/Elliott), Steven by Steve Madden booties (similar).

Culver City Streetlights

 While in LA last week I was fortunate enough to meet up with one of my best friends, Lizzie, the talent behind LYZ design, featured previously on the blog here, here, and here. Catching up with old friends always makes for the best nights. 

Thanks for the photos, Lizzie!

A.L.C. jacket, Burberry scarf, Badgley Mischka earrings, James Perse tee, Rich & Skinny jeans, Sam Edelman booties, Marc Jacobs bag (similar). 

And Lizzie's fabulous booties are from Zara.

The Flying Cup Club

Both this hat, and the band Beirut, particularly in February, remind me of the great white north that is Minnesota. The next time there's a chill in the air, and you're in the mood for something mellow, check them out. Their horn section is killer. 

Duluth Pack hat, Ray-Ban aviators, A.L.C. jacket, Gap sweater, J Brand Belmont jeans, Aldo shoes.

A Valentine, by LYZ Design

My beautiful friend Elizabeth Grube, the artist behind LYZ Design, sent me the most fabulous home-made Valentine the other day, and I had to share it with you. She was kind enough to send me a photo of a few more of these delightful cards, too. I hope you love them as much as I do! Next year I'm definitely talking to her about Valentines.

Thank you, Elizabeth! Check out older posts featuring her amazing work here and here. 

Céline sunglasses, A.L.C. Morris jacket, American Apparel hoodie, J. Crew v-neck, Rich & Skinny jeans, Sam Edelman Petty booties, Marc Jacobs bag, Security Jewelers rings. 

Velvet Touch

I mentioned my current obsession with velvet last week, and the faded coloring of this particular velvet top made it an instant favorite. Theyskens' Theory is definitely killing it. 

The top paired perfectly with my favorite new necklace by My Lola, a Denver company started by two gorgeous sisters, creating beautiful jewelry inspired by the mountains of Colorado and their travels around the world. The delicate black beading on the thin gold chain is exactly what I didn't know I had been looking for.

Theyskens' Theory top, Céline sunglasses, A.L.C. jacket, BCBG leggings (similar), Isabel Marant Dicker boots, My Lola gold necklace.

In the Golden Age We Will Never Die

I love these pants. When I bought them I thought they might feel too Christmas-y to wear much past December, but a month after the holiday I am still constantly pulling them out of my closet. And more and more prints/stripes/geometric shapes are taking over the denim on the racks, so these seem like they'll stick around for a bit. Though I may need to work on shrinking them. 

Have a great weekend!

Ray-Ban aviators, A.L.C. jacket, James Perse turtleneck, 7FAM denim, Rag & Bone boots, Marc Jacobs bag (similar).