Once Upon A Shine: February 2011

Friday, February 25, 2011

Quote of the Day

"Later that day I got to thinking about relationships. There are those that open you up to something new and exotic, those that are old and familiar, those that bring up lots of questions, those that bring you somewhere unexpected, those that bring you far from where you started, and those that bring you back. But the most exciting, challenging and significant relationship of all is the one you have with yourself. And if you can find someone to love the you you love, well, that's just fabulous".

- Carrie Bradshaw, Sex and The City

Sunday Monday

Sunday and Monday are going to be pretty epic! First The Oscars!!! A national holiday for me!

Then on Monday two hours of The Bachelor! I'm not much of a TV person but this show is pretty much the most amazing-ridiculous-amazing thing ever! Plus my friend and spiritual teacher/life coach Jamie Greene has been Brad's go-to on the show! Amazing!

So guys, who do you want to win best actress? And who do you want to win Brad's heart? Vote now over there on right! -->

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Oh My Goooooodnessss!

{This post is dedicated to the Emkin sisters}

There is so much to discuss on so many levels. And there is so much that I want to know! Is that her jacket or an adult shrug? Was her faux-hawk styled by Chris McMillain? Is she at Fashion Week? Does she like Hello Kitty or is that for "common folk"? Does she want a mommy? Will she be my friend? Can I scoop her up and wheel her around in Vuitton luggage? Can I feed her fine cheeses?

In short... where can I get one?! ahhh!!!

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Jeanius

This is why I love MAC.

Quality cosmetics + the cutest collections ever! This denim collection for Spring 2011 will debut March 3rd. My favorite eyeshadow is the classic blue with copper. So cute! I want!!!

Nail lacquers in 'Biker Blue' and 'Frayed-To-Order'. To view the rest of the collection, click here.

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Splurge or Save: Woven Heels

Tan wicker style woven heel will be hot for summer! One pair costs $795. The other $70. Can you guess which is which?

Okay! I'll tell ya!

Top pair: Aldo Rossetto peep-toes, $70. Save!

Bottom: Proenza Schouler wicker effect wedges, $795 Splurge!!

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

For My Addiction That Is Makeup

I think I need this... NARS Fashion Forward Set exclusively for Sephora, $59. Prob wouldn't wear the purple eyeshadow much, but it's always fun to have crazy colors in your collection! LOVE the lipgloss, liner, and shimmer stick!

HeArt 2 Haiti

Last Saturday night, my friend Lisa invited me out to an event called HeArt 2 Haiti, an art opening at Gallery KM in Santa Monica. The party was to bennefit the orphans of Haiti by raising money via party tickets and art sales to buy food and art supplies (my two areas of expertise! hehe) for the children devasted by the natural disaster.

I bought a collage made by a young Haitian orphan. How could I not. For one, the piece is fabulous - could be worth millions one day, and two I had just spent a butt-load of money at my art supplies store without batting an eyelash (well, actually I did bat my eyelashes at the awkward teenage clerk to receive a 10% student discount - technically not a student anymore. I mean I am a student of life...but no longer have a collegiate email address). Anyway, I digress!

The hor d'oeuvres served at the gallery were from The Bazaar of The SLS Hotel (great restaurant by the way). My favorite was cherry tomatoes on watermelon with fresh basil and vinaigrette. Who would have thought that watermelon + tomato salad would be a great combination! Delish!

I was stalking the servers with their hor d'oeuvres trays like a lion on a mouse, following them around and constantly switching spots in the gallery to be sure to get new waiters (imagine Pacman eating the dots, that was me snaking in and out of the crowd to get to the food).

The evening was so much fun and tomorrow I will be stopping by the gallery to pick up my new mitzvah masterpiece. I can't wait! I think I will hang it in my studio for inspiration and as a reminder to be grateful for what I have.