Happy 2016!  As it may seem I'm a bit late in celebrating the new year, I'm really just getting started. Have you ever experienced one of those pivotal moments in life when you almost wanted to smack yourself upside the head, because the answer you've been looking for was right in front of you? Flashback 3 weeks ago to new year's eve. I headed out early to catch dinner and a movie before the infamous champagne toast, and saw the movie Joy with Jennifer Lawrence.  As the credits rolled, my entire mindset changed.

This is a project I've been working on for a few months now and I'm happy to finally show you the results!  Working from home has many perks, and having a beautiful work space that inspires me has forever changed my creativity and focus.  Most days I shut the door, turn up the music and put in a 10-hour work day, while Lucy (the furry bestie) sleeps and snores way too loud.  There are times when I end up doing laundry or watching an HGTV marathon instead of creating content or doing mundane research, but for the most part working from home is a dream. When you have a dedicated space at home to work, I highly recommend that you transform it into a place that inspires and motivates you.

There are no words. Marc Jacobs x Disney. Pink Minnie Mouse Bows and Alice in Wonderland laughing flower patterns....the little girl inside me is over-the-moon giddy and must get to Disneyland to ride the spinning teacups stat!

'Tis the season for gift giving!  This year I've curated 40 pages and over 200 Christmas gift ideas for every budget and every one on your list in my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide.  From stocking stuffers under $5 to gifts for the beauty addict, your bestie and even the man in your life.  Of course, you will also find shoes, clothes and bags galore...

We’re always on the go and thinking 10 steps ahead, while for some of us (cough, cough) our closets are 20 steps behind. I can’t believe it’s October and I’ve already downed several pumpkin spice lattes.  It feels like just last week I was laying next to the pool, and today I grabbed a cardigan before heading out the door. Time never feels like it’s on my side...

So let’s move forward, breath in the cool crisp air and prepare to power shop! Whether you’re building a completely new wardrobe for fall or adding a few new pieces, it’s important to start with the staples.  Wardrobe staple pieces are ones that are more versatile and can be worn on several different occasions, rarely go out of style and tend to be a bit more classic than on-trend.  

When your closet is filled with fresh pieces you’ll be able to build and create numerous, new outfits. I’ve gathered a few of my fall faves and I promise it will save you a ton of time, and make your life just a bit easier.

I love a great product with a good story behind it.  These radiant smiles and gorgeous hand-woven baskets sold on line and in Macy’s stores as part of the Rwanda Path to Peace program.  It’s easy to see them solely as objects of beauty, but it’s hard to imagine the journey the baskets and the women who make them have been on. In fact, each basket represents a journey towards reconciliation. 

The newest guest bartender at BaubleBar is the stunning, Olivia Palermo.  Bold, vintage-inspired, structured statement pieces that will make you swoon and fall in love with fall.

Take control of your destiny, keep your eye on the prize and don't let anyone get in your way!

Let's make it a great day today! xoxo

gucci resort 2016 backstage, credit: vogue