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"So often times it happens, we all live our life in chains, and we never even know we have the key."

The Eagles

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Tear&Wear

Some friends from work came up with a fabulous idea this week.
It's called TEAR&WEAR.

The idea is to TEAR an image out of a magazine and WEAR your own clothes to create a similar outfit. It's not about matching it perfectly and there is NO shopping allowed. It's just about style inspiration- using YOUR OWN closet to revamp your style.
Our first attempt turned out pretty great. We all tore out images for each other and it was fun to see how amazing everyone looked rocking their own gear. We plan to do it each week so stay tuned for lots more TEAR&WEAR.

1/27 Tear&Wear- Tiranan
From the shorts to the jacket to the sassy pose, Tiranan knows how to tear it up.

How awesome is the image above?? It was, of course, designed by brilliant BECCA. More to come!!

Just Call Me JWOW

A few short months ago I took a trip with my family to the east coast. We rented a cozy beach house from my dad’s cousin that was just perfect for hosting afternoon barbecues and long Italian dinners with our extended family, most of whom live in the area and were excited for the west coast cousins to finally visit. Usually when we see this side of the family it’s during their trips to California. So we thought it was time for us to make our way to them. And let me tell you- it was a great idea. The trip was so relaxing and it was great to lay out on the beach and dip in the Atlantic ocean! Rachel and Gina took the greyhound in from Manhattan to come stay with us, which made it that much more fun. We had lots of sun and carbohydrates…what more could you ask for?

Oh and, silly me- I forget to mention WHERE this delightful beach house was. Our nice, calm family vacation was actually at the

JERSEY SHORE!

YEP

IT’S TRUE.

I’m admitting it. Finally.

I have been to the Jersey shore.

You may as well call me JWOW.

I’m not even going to try and defend myself. The show has become so popular that I can basically brag about having been there. The beach house we rented was in Ocean City, which to my understanding is nearly an hour from Seaside, (where the Jersey Shore peeps lived.) Our version of the shore was pretty different, starting with the fact that Ocean City is a DRY CITY. The craziest thing we did was bring some “mixed” drinks in water bottles to the miniature golf course. Needless to say Gina lost and my brothers got pretty rowdy. It was certainly no night at Karma with The Situation.

I put up some pics from the trip so you can take a look at my version of the Jersey Shore.

And even though our trip was nothing like the debauchery on the MTV show, it’s still pretty great to think that Snooki and I have something in common.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SHORE...





And if you haven't watched the show, check out the hilariousness HERE!

Musically Obsessed

So I've found my new current music obsession...
FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE
I wasn't familiar with her music up until recently when Jen burned me her CD Lungs. And let me tell you, it's utterly amazing. Her sound is so original and the CD is definitely worthy of being played on repeat. Some of my favorite tracks are:
Howl
Between Two Lungs
Rabbit Heart
And she does a killer cover of 'You've Got the Love' by The Source.

And on the note of great music...
Today I stumbled upon the Coachella 10 Lineup.
Holy shiz- it's outstanding. Obviously Coachella does not disappoint. Last year was an absolute blast, my personal highlights being The Killers, MIA and Mastercraft. And if I'm able to make the trek this year I will be even more excited. We're talking Jay Z, Kaskade, Phoenix, Passion Pit, Sia, Tiesto, and Florence and the Machine too! I better find a way to make that happen...

Le Fashion

Some great images from Le Fashion...

David Sedaris

David Sedaris is one of my favorite authors…ever.

Honest, witty and captivating, he has a writing style that I’ve always admired. When I’m reading his books, I spend half the time actually reading and the other half just laughing hysterically. And I think it’s rare to find an author who can keep you entertained the way he can.

Two years ago I went and saw Davis Sedaris when he was on his book tour for When You Are Engulfed in Flames. He read part of the book as well as several other short stories, both published and unpublished. Being there while he was reading aloud made his stories that much more impactful and hilarious. It was such a great experience and looking back, I’m so glad I had the opportunity to go.

One of the stories he read that evening was 'Journey Into Night' and I remember how much I enjoyed listening to this particular piece. I think I even teared up a little at the end!

If you’d like to read it for yourself, (which I highly recommend), the story is posted on The New Yorker website.

If you haven’t read David Sedaris before, take a look at some of his books HERE. (My personal favorite being: Me Talk Pretty One Day)

I always wish I had more time to read. And as I’ve mentioned before, my list of MUST READS is getting longer and longer. I’m halfway through about five books right now. Soon I will finish one and then hopefully the rest will follow. And when that time finally comes, I think my next mission will be to go back and re-read some David Sedaris favorites of mine. I think that before I create a new list I’d like to dwell a little on some of the books and stories that have meant the most to me. Plus, who doesn’t love a good laugh!

For Tay

Terry Richardson's Diary...

QSW Blog

It's no secret that I've been loving my Firefly Motorcycle jacket ever since I bought it. It's one of my favorite Quiksilver Women's pieces that I've invested in. And it's such a great representation of what makes the line so amazing.

It's edgy, it's comfy, it's versatile...oh, and it totally keeps me warm when they leave the air conditioning blasting at work.

And apparently I'm not the only one who loves it...

New Vampire Weekend

The New Vampire Weekend CD...
Listen HERE.

They have that consistent, amazing sound that reminds me of their last CD in such a good way.
(Ahh to be a senior in college again...take me back to that time...listening to vampire weekend constantly...living in Tucson with my best friends...still being a student...)
Okay enough day dreaming.

Needless to say, so far I'm loving it. Have a listen!

GG Come Back!

Gossip Girl needs to come back!!
This is getting REDIC!

Amazing photo stolen from Tay.

Would YOU Read It?

"...gather up your courage like an armful of free clothes at a McQueen sample sale."

Kelly Cutrone is releasing a BOOK soon. Even though I think that beyond her bitchiness she's probably a very wise woman, I still wonder to myself, would I ever read it?? Let's admit, she probably has some solid advice. And it's clear she knows a thing or two about building a business. But do I really need to read a book from a woman who seems to be permanently PMSing? Is constant bitchiness a necessity for being successful? I have a feeling that if I read her book I'd find the answer to be yes, at least according to her. And I don't know if I completely agree with that.

All you have to do is watch THE CITY to see that she's one tough woman. And I think that instead of adding another book to my 'MUST READ! IT'S BEEN SITTING ON THE SHELF FOR A REDICULOUSLY LONG TIME! SOME KIDS DON'T EVEN HAVE BOOKS!' list, I would much prefer to watch her work her magic on The City when I can simultaneously judge Whitney's wardrobe. Plus, she has a new show -Welcome to Kell- that's coming to Bravo soon that I think will prove to be far more entaining than the pages of her book. So I guess I'm saying that I won't buy it. BUT because I do secretly think (wish) that if I had the opportunity to work for Kelly she would love me and favor me as she does Whitney, I'll never say never. Maybe one of my book-reading-friends will purchase it and let me borrow! So now the question goes to all of you... Would YOU read her book???

Loves it...