tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34714225928378337552024-02-06T23:57:10.705-05:00The Fancy RoutineWitty, savvy, chic. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.comBlogger389125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-6362506844549350692015-04-20T00:19:00.002-04:002015-04-20T00:19:41.808-04:00MOVED!Please visit me at my new site: www.hemapersad.com.<br />
<br />The Fancy Routinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09946529281717675491noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-70657263292592645002015-02-03T00:07:00.002-05:002015-02-03T00:07:36.879-05:00At Home with Kate Moss<div style="text-align: justify;">
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You guys, there are some really good fashion videos out there right now, and the main reason I love them is because they take these iconic fashion people who always seem so holier than thou (see <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/09/73-questions-with-anna-wintour.html">my repost of the Anna Wintour video</a>), and make them real. And the fact is, they are mostly normal and crazy, and talk shit just like the rest of us (those Fran Lebowitz videos on <a href="http://instagram.com/VanityFair/">Vanity Fair's instagram</a> just kill me).</div>
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Vogue's latest vid on Kate Moss is no exception. They're sitting in her <strike>mansion</strike> house flipping through the December issue of Vogue talking about major photographers and industry people like it's a high school yearbook. "Oh remember that time with Mario!?!" Yes, that would be Testino. Mario Testino. And Kate looks at these pics of herself in couture like NBD, that's just what I do. It's so cavalier and ridiculous and borderline silly and I love it - watch below:</div>
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<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jpOdvgty6g8" width="560"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-33161550820534251352015-01-28T01:25:00.001-05:002015-01-28T01:25:16.177-05:00Olive Sweater & Lace Slipdress<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sweater: Target, old (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/11/vampy-shooties.html">here</a>)</div>
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Slipdress: <a href="http://www.revolveclothing.com/tfnc-london-blue-dress-in-black/dp/TFNC-WD14/?&d=F&sectionURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.revolveclothing.com%2Fsale%2Fdresses%2Fbr%2F28a4b1%2F%3F%26pageNum%3D16%26navsrc%3Dsubsale">TFNC London via Revolve</a></div>
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You guys, it's been a minute since I put on anything I would deem photograph-worthy. My uniform these days consists of a lot of black, and flat shoes so I'm working on adding some more interesting versions of these things to my wardrobe. I'm going for quality not quantity, so it's taking me a while, because not only did we just come off the holidays ($$$$), and then award season (no time for life itself), but now I have several upcoming trips to account for. All good things, though - weddings, a bachelorette excursion to Vegas, another vacation to Trinidad for carnival (see l<a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/03/trinidad-carnival-2014-photo-diary.html">ast year's recap post here</a> - cannot wait for this year's shenanigans) and also hopefully going to be able to squeeze in a quick anniversary trip with my hubby. We are coming up on 9 years of marriage. NINE YEARS?! Shit, when did that happen? We've actually been together for 14. In this day and age, that deserves a celebration if I do say so myself. We're thinking Mexico in May, but that's subject to change depending on what mouth-watering places Pinterest shows me between now and then. </div>
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A quick word on slips with lace on the bottom - they work wonders for elongating minidresses and tunics when worn underneath. Because sometimes you just don't feel like wearing pants. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-81528816938465027912015-01-21T20:10:00.004-05:002015-01-21T20:10:54.335-05:00The Devil Wears Prada<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
Can you believe this movie is 8 years old? It feels like only yesterday I was all "go Andy go! You get that manuscript!" Probably because it actually was the other day, I watched it again like 2 weeks ago #sorrynotsorry. And this time, it occurred to me that the fashion in this movie is amazing because Patricia Field managed to reference so many different fashion eras in one movie while making them all relevant for today. There was some 60s Jackie O, some 80s power suit action, a little 70s glam with some fur, and even a 90s nod with the grungy newsboy hat (below) and some plaid thrown in here and there. And best of all, these clothes all made us feel like we could do it ourselves - nothing was too threatening or over the top costumey. It projected a more relatable NYC, rather than the fantasy world she dreamed up for Carrie and co. in Sex and the City. Love love love. </div>
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See those sheer black tights Anne Hathaway is wearing? I think I wore those to every party I went to from 1991-1997.</div>
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That coat, though. YUM. Eggplant. So glam.</div>
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I would wear this now. Like today. And for always. That layered chain look will never get old, thank you Mr. T and Madonna.</div>
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Oh hello Jackie. White gloves, emerald green and leopard trimmings need no explanation. </div>
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More fur more drama. Love this 80s peep toe with stockings. Overall this look is pretty busy and probably only works on camera but still striking.</div>
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All black errythang always works. These scream a little 90s to me, in a good way. I think its the accessories and hair. </div>
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The Chanel boots? Uh huh, I am.</div>
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She made me want to wear a hat and I hate hats on me. Also, way back when, I definitely tried this layered shirt look in real life, and got some weird but interested looks. I'll take it.</div>
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I seriously wish I had more time for fashion magazines. There is so much good shit out there, and so many of them now are publishing articles that actually make you think about things besides 4587 ways to please your man in bed or some shit. I did manage to catch this editorial in December's issue of Lucky Magazine though, and immediately fell in love. I never wear these colors, but this spread made me want to. Something about the combination of pastels, with the edgy metallic eyeliner and accessories and DENIM and FUR and mixed metals and this model all made me drool. I feel like it took some of my favorite things in a whole new direction that we've kind of not seen before - this is actually wearable high fashion. If anyone spies that denim BCBG top please call me immediately because I will run to wherever it is and buy it.</div>
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Lucky Magazine, December 2014</div>
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Model: Jasmine Sanders</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-77474165835005966832015-01-13T11:58:00.001-05:002015-01-13T11:58:58.512-05:00Cushnie et Ochs Pre-Fall 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You guys, I'm so sorry for not posting, I really really have wanted to but every night I just can't even muster the energy. Last week was a whirlwind and this week is shaping up to be crazy too, I'm working on so many different things I could just lay down and TAKE A NAP. Alas, I can't. But I want to.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What I'll do instead is talk about the latest collection from one of my FAVORITE labels - Cushnie et Ochs (that's pronounced "<em style="background-color: white; line-height: 24px;">cuh-sh-nee eht ocks" </em><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 24px;">because I know some of you are like wtf?)</span>. Anyway, I am in absolute love with this collection. Their clothes are always so fucking cool, but the way they've taken knitwear, structured it up, pleated some suiting, thrown in some menswear details like lapels, AND made the whole thing look really really sexy just blows my mind. I want to dress like this every day. P.S. the shoes they've styled these looks with are Louboutin but I would like to take this opportunity to remind all of you again, for the second year in a row to go buy some over the knee boots now while they are on sale because you will need them again next fall. Feast your eyes:</span></div>
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I love a good folded detail, and you know how I feel about skirts that hit just below the knee. AKA perfect.</div>
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This coat can hug me all day (and night, for that matter) long. And the pleated knit skirt? yes please. </div>
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No seriously, my eyes bugged out. I want to wear this every day, everywhere. So cozy, sexy and cool at the same time. This is such a boss lady outfit. Prepare to see many knockoff attempts at both of these pieces (Zara I'm looking at you).</div>
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I can't tell if this is a tunic over a skirt or a dress, but I don't fucking care its beautiful. And easy looking and chic. </div>
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RED! #swoon. And again with that genius layered look that is at once easy looking yet so interesting.</div>
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Is this like an overall dress over a crop top? Or is it a dress? I don't know - and again I don't care, I just want to wear it. </div>
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Since award season has officially begun, I would like to apologize in advance for the inevitable lack of posts over the next few weeks (another clue for those of you wondering what I've been up to), and also share with you what's been rocking my world in terms of red carpet inspiration. I know different people have different ideas when it comes to red carpet dressing, but I for one just want these ladies to wow me and take my breath away. That's all. Last year's Golden Globes was a study in streamlined, modern design, and most of the major attendees had very few (or zero) bells and whistles (aka bling and beading). Fucking, yawn. Red carpets are about moments - like, unforgettable, mind-blowing moments that you remember for years. I want to see these celebs, the most beautiful people in the world, in dresses that are only appropriate in that exact moment. I want the DRAMA, like shock me bitches. In a good way, of course. </div>
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There are so many gorgeous gowns out there, but when you work behind the scenes you know it's not just about the dress - it's gotta be the right dress on the right woman at the right time with the right hair, makeup, jewels, shoes and clutch. All of these dresses below, to me, have that potential. You can find these plus more of what I love on my Pinterest board entitled "red carpet worthy." </div>
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<br />The Fancy Routinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09946529281717675491noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-17229320437720281342015-01-02T01:11:00.001-05:002015-01-02T01:11:08.007-05:00Plaid fuzzy Sweater + Gucci Ankle Boots<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sweater: Hardwear Boutique (5 fancy similar versions <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/10/five-fancy-fuzzy-sweaters.html">here</a>)</div>
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Pants: Blank NYC</div>
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In a typical move, I posted about five fancy fuzzy sweaters and then went and bought none of them because I kept looking for more and also kept trying to convince myself that I didn't need another fuzzy sweater. When I saw this one in the window of the boutique though, I just walked right in, bought it, and left without really looking at anything else (I'm trying to be good). When you know, you know. I wore it to lunch with these Gucci boots that were one of my very first ankle boot purchases ever, about 6 years ago, which I also bought with a huge amount of conviction and no hesitation. They haven't let me down since and they probably never will. Let's hope the same goes for the sweater. </div>
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A few weeks ago I wrote about how I was dreading our annual family photo shoot, namely because it's usually a shit show. I was even more stressed about the whole thing because due to the big move, we clearly would not be able to use our longtime Tampa photographer who had been taking our pics since I first got pregs. BUT I'm so excited to finally share a few of the shots that Two Fourteen Photography (a super fun husband and wife team who clearly love doing this) was able to capture. Bonus - the whole thing was actually fun. The kids behaved, posed their asses off, and we all really enjoyed the shoot. It also only took an hour (and we got over 100 AMAZING photos) and thanks to a current LivingSocial/Groupon deal going on, was extremely affordable. Any parents of young kids (I know, the struggle) will especially appreciate these points.</div>
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Admittedly, I was skeptical about the whole Groupon thing, but I took a chance because I liked our photographers' website. How did we ever live without the internet?? You guys, I lucked out, big time. Please, by all means, if you live within the Los Angeles area and need photographers who really have a knack (and passion) for capturing families, then you definitely need to call up Two Fourteen Photography and book yourself a session. Seriously- my usually shy almost 4 year old named one of her dolls after the photographer's wife and continues to ask me about "Miss Krizelle." They are THAT good with kids. We also bribed them with promises of gum and candy. It all worked out. And now I have pictures of our first holiday season here in L.A., which are completely priceless to me, as my kids continue to grow up and say things like "MOM I need <i>PWIVACY</i>." Privacy?!?! You're babies! Anyway, these pics are just us - nothing more or less, no frills, just dressed up a bit but otherwise being ourselves and I love them.</div>
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As for the details, we had the photo shoot at LACMA. The girls were wearing dresses from Macys, and boots from Nordstrom (on my 2 year old) and Old Navy (on my 3 year old). My outfit details, minus the pants, which are <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=432525319&pid=uid900-403530-44">J Brand leather leggings</a>, can be found in <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/12/tuxedo-vest-and-sequin-pants.html">this post</a>. Hubby is wearing Old Navy Shirt, Zara Sweater, 7 for all mankind jeans, Louis Vuitton belt, and Gucci loafers. All photos shot and edited by Two Fourteen Photography. </div>
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Blazer: Mango (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/04/red-and-gray.html">here</a>, similar <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=465169279&pid=uid900-403530-44">here</a>)</div>
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I wore this last week to lunch and a movie with the hubby while the kids were in school. Something about playing hooky felt really rebellious, but we took advantage of the fact that most people had quit working for the holidays, and did so ourselves - for a few hours, at least. Not sure if that subliminally influenced my outfit choice, because the red blazer is pretty bold for a matinee show. Anyway, it turned out to be a great day, without the pressure of feeling like we had to get home to relieve a babysitter from duty. I'm thinking date days (as opposed to date nights) may become a more regular thing for us in 2015. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-57861118032350160282014-12-29T00:14:00.004-05:002014-12-29T00:14:53.430-05:00Canadian Tuxedo + Bow Tie<br />
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Denim Shirt: J. Crew, old (similar <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=464299434&pid=uid900-403530-44">here</a>)</div>
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Jeans: Target</div>
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Duster: ASOS (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/07/cargo.html">here</a>)</div>
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Shoes: Chanel</div>
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I love Harry Potter which is probs why I love this cheeky bow tie that makes everything you wear it with a little more Hogwarts-appropriate. Seriously though, there's something about the whole schoolgirl goth thing that is kind of cool and this removable neck bow let's me dip a toe into that whole look without completely committing (kind of like painting your nails black or wearing super dark lipstick). I'm not into extremes of any kind but a hint of a theme here and there keeps things interesting.</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-17048211433488082482014-12-23T00:26:00.001-05:002014-12-23T00:26:14.376-05:00Five Fancy Party Dresses<div style="text-align: justify;">
There are two nights out of the year I think you should just go for it and dress in an overtly sexy way. One is your birthday and the other is new years eve. Like, sexy in a 1975 Debbie Harry or (if that reference means nothing to you) Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Adams in American Hustle kind of way. A powerful way. I think it's because each occasion calls for the same attitude - you conquered another year and (bravo) you get to own that shit. In case you're still shopping for your NYE outfit, here are five dresses that rise to the occasion.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-26672286312325225012014-12-22T00:03:00.003-05:002014-12-22T00:27:25.726-05:00Marsala Leather + Black Bustier<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Blazer: Vintage (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/09/navy-tuxedo-pant.html">here</a>)</div>
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Tee: Target</div>
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Bustier: ASOS (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/03/perforated.html">here</a>)</div>
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Pants: Rag & Bone (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/10/rag-bone-leather-pants.html">here</a>)</div>
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Bag: Chanel</div>
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Finally made it over to the Palihotel this weekend for brunch at The Hart and the Hunter, which was a total treat. Amazing biscuits, cozy atmosphere, and bottomless mimosas? Yes please. It's been a while since hubby and I have been able to have a leisurely brunch alone together, so big thanks to my sister and her boyfriend for entertaining the kiddos for the majority of our Saturday morning. Usually when we go out for Saturday brunch I am shoveling food as fast as possible into my mouth and trying really hard not to let my eggs spill into the hair of whichever child is sitting on my lap. Also, I dress way more shiteously whenever kids and breakfast are involved. </div>
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This time however, I pulled it together a bit for our date-day. I maintain that Rag & Bone makes an amazingly-fitting pair of pants. I'm still in love with them, and even though they aren't exactly <a href="http://www.pantone.com/pages/index.aspx?pg=21163">the 2015 color of the year </a>(which I'm still on the fence about because it's like a duller version of oxblood, a color I actually love) I'm going to argue that they are in the zone of what's current and happening in the design world. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-15189783124392342932014-12-18T01:11:00.001-05:002014-12-22T00:12:58.580-05:00Five Fancy Beaded Jackets<div style="text-align: justify;">Do you wear a lot of cardigans? If so, stop right now. Move on from the cardigan and consider an embellished, beaded jacket of some sort. Don't think they're versatile enough? False - notice that each of the five below can be interchanged with any of the others and the outfit would still totally work. Don't worry about having to put it away when Christmas is over, either, because you can still wear it to work over a crisp white button down, or out to a summer bithday dinner over a white mmi dress or t-shirt/cutoffs combo, or as a cover up to one of the many weddings you (probably) have to attend in 2015 - wait, is that just me? </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Anyway, I LOVE these five, but there are plenty out there since it's bling time in the U.S.A. Happy shopping!</div><br />
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Jacket: Sheinside, old (last worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/02/winter-white-black-gold-leopard.html">here</a>)</div>
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Top: Zara (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/08/pinch.html">here</a>)</div>
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Boots: Chinese Laundry (splurge <a href="http://www.stuartweitzman.com/products/fringie/?DepartmentId=602&DepartmentGroupId=1&F_All=Y&utm_source=CJ&utm_medium=AFF&utm_content=Stuart+Weitzman">here</a>)</div>
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You guys, I finally started (yes, started) Christmas shopping and this is what I wore. It's been cold and windy and rainy, so walking around outdoors shopping requires appropriate gear. While jackets/layers are a huge year-round thing here in L.A., it's pretty rare that you need anything heavy, which is why this leopard topper is perfect. I searched high and low last year and finally picked this one because it wasn't furry (I actually hate the furry leopard ones) and didn't have too many details going on (belts, hardware, zips, or studs AND leopard? no thanks.) I would have paid way more for this, but luckily found it for like $40 on sheinside.com. Speaking of which, I hadn't visited the site in a long time, but in searching for a similar option for you guys (sorry I couldn't find one, ugh) got sucked in for a while...and then didn't buy anything. Oops.</div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">I know what you're thinking - first flash tattoos and now oil? What can I say - I guess my inner hippie comes out when it comes to beauty products. Argan oil really is the bomb though. And not the super expensive Josie Maran kind either, although I'm sure 1 ounce of that brand is great and totally worth the price of a tank of gas. I'm talking about the 100% pure organic shit that you have to go to the crunchiest store you can find to get (or order from a crunchy seller on Amazon, like I do). Unadulterated, unscented argan oil is a miracle. I'm not going to get into the history of it or how it's processed or whatever, because you can go ahead and Wiki all that yourself (I think it involves goat shit? I'm not sure). What I will tell you about is my experience with it using it on my face, hair, and body over the past while. Here's the goods:</span><br />
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1) It makes my hair super soft. Like, softer than any conditioner I've ever used, and all it takes is one or two pumps from the bottle. After I wash my hair, I towel dry, take a tiny bit of argan oil in my palms and work through my hair, focusing mostly on the ends. Whether I blow dry or not (usually not) my hair always dries with a really soft and silky texture, and not greasy at all. Speaking of the bottle, make sure whatever you buy comes in a dark/amber colored bottle, because apparently light can alter the properties of it severely.</div>
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2) It banishes pimples. What? Oil banishes pimples? Yup - argan oil sure does. I have really sensitive skin and am prone to hormonal acne (I'll share that post-pregnancy horror story one day, with pics and all, promise) and my regimen is pretty intense, meaning I use a lot of products that strip the skin and force cell turnover to avoid getting wrinkles (hello retinoid cream). A couple of times I week I give my skin a break and use a little argan oil on my face at night, especially if I have a PMS- related breakout. It absorbs extremely fast, no grease, and in the morning my skin is visibly clearer, if not completely cleared up. No bullshit. </div>
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3) It makes your skin healthier. It hasn't gotten rid of my stretch marks yet (because probably nothing will besides surgery, thanks again pregnancy), but it definitely makes my skin feel soft and hydrated without the oil-slick mess you get with baby oil/coconut oil/ crisco.</div>
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4) I think it's made my eyebrow hair thicker? I can't be sure, but I have noticed that they have gotten a bit fuller and I can't imagine that its because of any of the other products I use. If you're already fighting a unibrow, you might not think this is a benefit, but I welcome it. It's easier to remove hair to get your brows in check than it is to grow it in.</div>
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5) It's a great bang for your buck. Because it's a pure oil, you barely have to use any, so a little goes a long way. I pay about $20 for a 4-5 month supply which includes using it on my hair and face and body a few times a week each.</div>
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Admittedly, pure argan oil doesn't smell great, but it doesn't smell bad either. It's got a very faint olive-nutty kind of smell, barely there but not perfumey either. If you don't have super sensitive skin and you really need all your shit to smell like roses then by all means search for one with sandalwood or something in it. But if you want a moisturizer that has absolutely no chemicals in it and gives you better results than some of the most loaded-up potions on the market, then by all means head on down to your local kale store and buy some argan oil.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-22086591693333210582014-12-15T00:35:00.002-05:002014-12-15T00:35:28.330-05:00Tribal Fringe Cardigan in Black and White<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sweater: <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=456648106&pid=uid900-403530-44">Nasty Gal (on sale!)</a></div>
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T-Shirt: H&M</div>
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Jeans: BlankNYC</div>
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Boots: <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=458005242&pid=uid900-403530-44">Rachel Zoe "Nevana"</a></div>
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I've been living in this sweater because temps have dropped and it feels like a nice warm hug. And, even though it's a little busy and tribal prints are not my usual jam, I think the black and white reigns it in and gives it some sort of taste, even when worn over black pajama pants to drop my kids off to preschool (yup I sure did leave the house in loungewear aka pajamas.) I went a little out of my comfort zone here and am pretty pleased with the results. </div>
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I wore this particular outfit to dinner with a friend at The Wallace in Culver City, which we chose only because it's in the middle of us (she's a west-sider and I live east of Fairfax). I knew it would be convenient and based on the website it looked cute inside, but I didn't expect to be so wowed by the food. Everything we had was so good. Actually, I've been to a few places in downtown Culver as of late and I'm really impressed - much less of a scene than West Hollywood and real quality restaurants in a cute and bustling environment. I guess going out of my geographic comfort zone can pay off too.</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-38450289836849997022014-12-11T13:24:00.001-05:002014-12-11T13:24:07.853-05:00Olive Midi Dress <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Dress: H&M (also worn<a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/05/anniversary-date-night.html"> here</a>)</div>
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Sweater: Sheinside (similar <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=460794954&pid=uid900-403530-44">here</a>)</div>
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Boots:<a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=296749668&pid=uid900-403530-44"> Sam Edelman "Louie"</a></div>
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Bag: Vintage Louis Vuitton</div>
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Quick post because I am literally buried in vomit (sick kids) emails (work) and papers (addressing 5 million holiday cards - will share the photo shoot results soon!). This past weekend we headed out to Malibu Country Mart. There is nothing country-mart-ish about this place, unless you think stores like John Varvatos and Kitson are country. The name is definitely misleading. Anyway, we had a really nice, relaxing afternoon with the kiddos decorating holiday stockings, getting their faces painted (they refused to wash it off for 24 hours, and I indulged them) shopping, and playing on the playground. Unfortch, my little one contracted an ear infection almost immediately after this (why are playgrounds and human beings so disgusting? At times I feel like the earth is one giant petri dish) so needless to say it's been a rough week, sleep-wise for us.</div>
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On the way home we pulled over on the PCH because the kids wanted to build sandcastles and get their feet wet in the ocean. The ocean was way too cold so I didn't allow anyone's anything to get wet, but it was hard to resist playing in the sand with them. Even in this dress and these boots.</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-55497169605712936302014-12-09T00:30:00.001-05:002014-12-09T00:30:37.456-05:00Five Fancy Duster Coats<br />
I don't often support things that Kim Kardashian does. Ankle length coats are not one of those things. The girl has the maxi coat look down to a science and an amazing collection of them to boot. I love a long coat because you can literally throw it on and be warm AND chic, regardless of what you're wearing underneath. Just beware of print and fabric choices, so your chic long coat doesn't get mistaken for a bathrobe. Loving the five coats below, for starters.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00137760910021945340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471422592837833755.post-19799704285797625742014-12-08T00:57:00.002-05:002014-12-08T00:57:26.607-05:00Sheer Skirt Sequin Sweater<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Jacket: Bershka London, old</div>
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Sweater: Wildfox (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/11/ode-to-prep.html">here</a>, cute sequin sweater <a href="http://www.hm.com/us/product/56013?article=56013-A&piaDept=Subdepartment_ladies&piaType=Large_picture">here</a>)</div>
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Skirt: ASOS (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/07/sunday-dinner.html">here</a>)</div>
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Shoes: Sigerson Morrison</div>
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It gets hard to dress up for the holidays without looking cliche or stupid for wearing skimpy shit that is inappropriate for cold weather. I guess that's just what the season demands, but I think putting a leather jacket on over pretty much any holiday getup will make you look less seasonal and more timeless. I've written about this one before (see <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/12/souvenir-leather-jacket.html">here</a>) and it just continues to be a bonus that every time I wear it, it brings back some awesome memories. </div>
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Sweater: C Wonder, old</div>
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Trench: ASOS (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/05/sleeveless-trench_5.html">here</a>, similar <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=453871032&pid=uid900-403530-44">here</a>)</div>
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Jeans: Free People</div>
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Necklace: Zara</div>
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This jacket has been on heavy rotation lately because of the weirdo fall weather we've been having. Looking for another khaki version, but somehow I don't think I'll wear that color as much as the gray. It's my new favorite neutral. In fact, I can't remember the last time I wore ANYTHING khaki, which is kind of surprising considering I worked at The Gap for so long in high school. Anyway, I think it's just because this particular jacket the right color and length for me. I also find the no-sleeves thing useful - less restrictive but still adds a layer of warmth. </div>
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Jacket: River Island via ASOS (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/04/fusion.html">here</a>)</div>
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Top: Zara (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/12/white-pleats.html">here</a>, similar <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=464075889&pid=uid900-403530-44">here</a>)</div>
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Pants: BCBGMaxazria (also worn <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2014/04/sequin-pants.html">here</a>, similar <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=460937998&pid=uid900-403530-44">here</a>)</div>
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Lots of rain here in L.A. this week, like Florida-style storms without the lightning and thunder. It's been so weird to wake up to rain pouring - that hasn't happened since we moved here in June. It was much needed though, because L.A. was getting dusty. Much like these leggings that haven't been worn since earlier this year. I pulled them out to wear for our family photos but changed into my leather pants at the last minute. As much as I love the sequins, I thought perhaps, 10 or 15 years down the road, I'd look back and have a "what was I thinking" moment. Future regrets aside, I'll definitely be wearing this outfit somewhere, soon. </div>
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Recently, thanks to an email from Groupon, and also just because we wanted to do something outside of the usual dinner and drinks, a girlfriend and I decided to give Paint Nite a try. For $25, we got to sit out on the lovely patio at Maggiano's at The Grove, with all the art supplies we needed, and an instructor to walk our artistically challenged asses through the process of painting our version of the above masterpiece. No lie, I suck at art. And, I never bothered to try one of these painting and wine things, because they seemed kind of cheesy and dumb. I didn't think struggling through painting something way out of my league could be fun, no matter how much wine was involved. However, after my Paint Nite foray, I'm definitely going again, and here's why: </div>
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1) Paint Nite switches locations. They host events at different restaurants around town instead of at the same art studio over and over like some other paint/wine things. You can check out new restaurants AND order food and wine, not just BYOB. Have I mentioned I love food? </div>
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2) Painting is relaxing. This ain't like painting your house, which I agree is a hellish experience. Painting something pretty on a blank canvas is surprisingly calming. And lord knows I am one of those people who ALWAYS needs to take it down a notch. </div>
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3) No one cares if you suck because they're busy trying not to paint a shitty painting themselves. Also, chances are there will be someone there whose painting sucks worse than yours. In the end it doesn't matter. Everyone sucks. It's just fun. </div>
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4) it's a fun way to catch up with your friends or meet new people. Since you can sit at communal tables, and you're all in pretty close quarters, it's kind of hard not to chat with your neighbors. Feeling antisocial? Need to vent to your girl about that one-night-stand gone wrong without judgmental strangers eavesdropping on your convo? Then just sit at a table for two. It's pretty much whatever you want it to be.</div>
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5) When it's over, you have accomplished more than just cleaning your plate and cruising for a hangover. I actually painted some shit, that I never would have been able to on my own. Your painting WILL come out better than you think it will, and you'll feel proud of yourself, not just drunk and full. </div>
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In all, Paint Nite isn't the chicest GNO you could plan, but it's wine, food, and fun company, and I personally don't need much more than that. </div>
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It's coming - the day each year when I force my sweet little family into an hour or two of torture, otherwise known as our annual family photo shoot. I started sending out holiday cards using professional pics after my oldest was born (she'll be 4 soon) so this year will be our fourth go around. Every year I tell myself it's the last time I'm going to do this. Without fail, by the time the shoot is over, someone has cried, lost something, thrown a tantrum, fallen down, gotten hungry/thirsty, and/or tried to take the camera from the photographer. We finally get done and I'm like fuck this shit, NEVER AGAIN. Somehow though, we manage to get a few photos worth sending around the world to our nearest and dearest that capture us in a happy moment. Several happy moments, actually. And to me, since everyone tells me my kiddos are going to grow up in the blink of an eye, that's worth wanting to pull my hair out for a couple of hours. </div>
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So, over the years I've learned a few things about dressing the fam up for these shoots that make things just a little bit easier. First - everyone has to be comfortable. I don't care how cute you think your kid will look in that scratchy lacey leather wool hat/coat/shirt/bowtie/dress whatever it is - they will hate it and will make sure you know it IN the pics. Same goes for you, actually; kids or no kids, 6 inch Louboutins are probably not the way to go during a family photo shoot unless you are sitting the whole time, which you won't be if you have toddlers (see first two pics below - I was in serious pain there, dumb dumb dumb). Second - just do you. Don't dress your family up in shit they would never wear. In fact, I make it a point not to buy anything new for these shoots. I just think "what would my family wear to a fun holiday party?" (or something else we would actually put effort into getting dressed for) and go from there. Third - and this is a personal pet peeve - I try to coordinate without being matchy matchy. Basically, I am STILL not over my mom dressing me and my sister like twins even though we are <i>three</i> years apart. A matching hair bow or whatever here and there is fine - but 100% identical outfits or all red sweaters or whatever - no thank you. Again, ask yourself - would me and my family go out in public like this? If the answer is no, then don't take permanent pictures dressed like that either. Below are a few pics from our past three family shoots - fingers crossed for #4.</div>
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Sweater: Tildon x Nordstrom (old but similar <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=461649735&pid=uid900-403530-44">here</a>)</div>
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This was my thanksgiving dinner ensemble - notice there are no buttons or anything tight around the midsection to allow for comfortable expansion of my waistline (we still have leftovers so let's hope that's a temporary expansion.) What really makes this outfit though, is the boots. Over the knee boots are not something new I'm trying (see <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/12/otk.html">here</a>, and <a href="http://thefancyroutine.blogspot.com/2013/10/over-knee-with-stripes.html">here</a>) but these ones are UH-MAY-ZING. I had googled and ogled the Stuart Weitzman ones for weeks, but they literally are so tall they reach my vagina and just look silly (apparently my inseam is like 24 inches? sad) so I went back to the drawing board. After many nights surfing Shopstyle I found these Rachel Zoe ones, that are stretch and suede and have a low comfortable heel and even some sweet gold details on the back. Plus they had just been marked down. I didn't expect them to be this good, but when they arrived I thanked the shoe-gods for smiling on me once again. </div>
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