Best Website Ever

Everyone knows I am a beebee animal lover fanatic. See here.

Well, look what I just came across... CUTE ROULETTE!!!

Just spent 34 minutes on it. Check it out. It will make you happy.

http://cuteroulette.com/#/

In Yoga

I just returned home from a delicious yoga class and thought I'd share with you this fabulous yoga studio, In Yoga!

I met Kelly, one of the studio owners, during the holidays at a trunk show where I was selling my namesake line of crystal hair accessories LoveBerman.

Anyhow, we got to talking and realized that her new yoga studio was in my new neighborhood! Just a 5 minute drive down Laurel Canyon! Aside from its convenient proximity, the studio is gorgeous, full of natural light and offers a wide range of classes from stretch yoga to advanced 90 minute classes. They have a really cute gift shop and there is lots of free parking in the back!

I highly recommend it! J'adore!!

Namaste.

Do you have a favorite yoga studio?

Sweet Santa Barbara

This weekend, my boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary (we go by our first date) with a quick weekend getaway to Santa Barbara.

It's always fun to get out of the city for a few days and while Santa Barbara is only a couple hours away, it definitely felt like we were on vacation. The gorgeous drive up the coast, walking through the cute shops on State Street (I found adorable cupcake papers at Sur la Table), delicious meals out, and a canopied king bed in a beautiful hotel suite to come home to (we stayed at The Canary Hotel). We enjoyed a Sunday brunch in the hotel with live jazz music. I ordered lemon ricotta pancakes and he the eggs benedict - both delicious!

{the hotel lobby}

{crisp white linens. hotel beds are my favorite!!}

{I loved the star lanterns in the bathroom, although you can't really see them in this picture}

The decor of the hotel was done in classic Santa Barbara style: white walls with arched openings, Mediterranean red tiling, blue ceramics, and colored accents. I love that breezy California style and actually decorated our house in a similar aesthetic.

Decor aside, what was truly best about this weekend was just being together, the memories made, the good laughs..

And now... back to Monday!

Très Vichy

A few things I always love:

1. plaid
2. bows
3. makeup

MAKE UP FOREVER's spring 2011 collection is a culmination of all three. Check it out!

Pink gingham plaid bows ON THE EYELASHES!!! I die!!!! Actually, eye die! $19 at Sephora

White shimmer and pink shimmer powders in plaid compact. check! $31 at Sephora

Star Powder Diamond Collection, $22 at Sephora

Très chic!

I Love My Keurig!

My boyfriend, who loves all things electronic and gadgety, has been pining away for a Keurig coffee machine, which brews single cups of coffee and tea. At $250, I thought this purchase may be slightly unnecessary. Plus, I am a big coffee drinker (2-5 cups depending on my day), so I was a little skeptical about this contraption. I like having a big pot of coffee ready in the morning...

But one Sunday afternoon, we found ourselves at Bed, Bath, & Beyond armed with 20% off coupons and decided to buy one! And I must admit, I absolutely love this thing!

It's so easy to use. Looks great in the kitchen. And the little "k-cup"choices are endless (and adorable)! Regular, decaf, chai latte, organic dark brew, apple cider, hazelnut coffee, Wolfgang Puck coffee.. it's really so much fun.

Just thought I'd share... we love our Keurig machine and have been sipping happily ever after!

{the stainless steel Breville model that we got}

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.

Donut Seeds

hehe! this is thoooo cute!!!

(found the image on Pinterest)

Valentine's Treats

With no rhyme or reason, other than 'it's cute' and 'it's for Valentine's Day' check that these lovely items that I think are great:

Stila 'Make Me Blush' pink powder blush complete with conversation hearts, $14 at Stila

Red stretch headband with Swarovski crystal bow, $48 at LoveBerman

Sniff Tissues, $1.80 at Forever21

Lanvin 'Mini-Pop' bag in hot pink leather, $1,150 at Net-A-Porter

Heart-Shaped Measuring Cups (i die.), $10.95 from Paper Source

You guys! I LOVE LOVE!!!

One Sunday Morning

Yesterday morning, I decided to wake up early and head out to our local farmer's market - such a delight!

A gorgeous Sunday morning walking through baskets of fruits and flowers and homemade honey and finding yummy produce. I am a vegetarian and all around huge veggie-fan, and while I am more a Miu Miu girl then the earthy-crunchy type, I am big on the environment and supporting local farmers.

I picked out all kinds of things: fresh flowers, golden raspberries, organic broccolli, and handmade soap to name a few.

The highlight of my farmer's market morning was the petting zoo at the very end of the street.

I DIIIIIIIIE!!! I LOVE ANIMALS (I am an animal fanatic, particularly of the baby animal variety as mentioned here, here, and here), so it was only natural for me to swoon and linger around the petting zoo for a casual 45 mintutes, taking pictures with my phone of other people's kids like a creeper. The petting zoo sign read "Children $3 (parents free)". I fit in NOWHERE! #sadface #confusion. Technically... by most standards... I am not a child, nor a parent. Ugh! And there was no one to hold my Balenciaga and groceries, otherwise, I would have probably gone in. The sole single woman in the petting zoo.. Just casually creepin'.

A few things were made clear that Sunday morning.. I am dragging my boyfriend with me next week to the farmer's market (who cares if it's Superbowl Sunday! There are baby animals that I must pet!!!!!).

And secondly, I need a baby goat (who knew?!) Like now. Cutest thing I've ever seen.

End of story.

Sweet As A Peach

Louis Vuitton Resort 2011 collection. = soul mate.

Silk scarf! Peaches! White leather trim bag! Honey blonde highlights! Monogram luggage.. The sunglasses!!! I can't contain myself!

To make this girly dream complete, add some Stila + Jo Malone perfume and we're all set.

Happiness.... like a warm summer day.

Still Convertible cheek+lip color, $25 at Stila

Jo Malone Nectarine Blosson & Honey, $100 for 100mL

Yo Beezy

This is a post dedicated to my sister Sari.

The most amazing person I know. Congrats on passing the Series7 beeznatch. I love you. I'm so proud of you.

Sari, age 6

Sari today.

For those of you who don't know... Sari is my younger sister, and has been 'my boss' for the entirety of my childhood and adult life.

If I am a rainbow, then Sari is a black stiletto. Triple threat indeed (beauty, power, smarts$). And now she's a licensed broker and trader. Das right. And she's my theeester.

me: what's another word for mauve?

Sari: ?? I dunno gtg

me: wait! This is important!!!

Sari: is this what you do all day?

me: think of color names? I mean.. yeah, sometimes..

[no response]

Sweet Girl Gifts

Aside from the religious and spiritual meaning of the holidays (duh), there are so many little things that I love about this time of year. Twinkle lights, holiday music (playing on SiriusXM Love channel - so good!), a lit fireplace, and presents to name a few!!!

While I received these fabulous items (below) as housewarming gifts, I thought I would share with you some of my favorites, just in case you're in search of the perfect last minute stocking stuffer.

Voluspa crisp champagne double wick candle and 'Shine Eternally' matchbook (from my dear friend Brooke, now in our guest bathroom)

William-Sonoma Ginger Spice Cookies (from my friend Kat).

These are amazing!!! They are melt-in-your-mouth delicious and come in cute little shapes like boots and Christmas trees. They're so thin it's like the calories don't really count, right?!

Henri Bendel peony scented travel candle (thanks Abbie!). I am a candle connoisseur and this candle is my new favorite. The fragance is heavenly and there is something about candlelight that is so relaxing and peaceful (especially in this rainy winter weather). I can't wait to try the other fragrances like Fig, Gardenia, Vanilla Bean, and Lavender Leaves.

Taschen Living In Morocco coffee table book.

My friend Tiffany knew how much my summer trip to Morocco had inspired me, and this book is filled with the most gorgeous imagery of Mediterranean interiors.

Below, Martha Stewart's Chunky Knit Throw (in Ivory from my friend Sara). The most scrumptious of blankets.

Also one of my favorites is Keiki Co.'s luxury throws. I have two. My mom has six. They're addictive.

And last but not least, from my seesther (sister) A POPCORN MAKER!!! Popcorn is my favorite snack and therefore sentimental to me. This gift was the best!!!