Bob Gruen Documentary

Monday nights are usually made for laundry and catching up on TV shows.  However, my good friend Ly invited me to a screening of a Bob Gruen Documentary, AND.. Bob was there doing q&a after the show!  I could not turn this down.  I hurried over to the Echoplex in Echo Park to save my seat.  This was a truly amazing documentary of a man that has photographed the many faces of rock music.  John Lennon, Sex Pistols, Rolling Stones, and Blondie to name a few.  Definitly a must see in my book.  I felt so inspired when I left, I think I dreamed all night of his amazing photographs. 

If you are in LA you can catch Bob at BookMarc tonight for a book signing of his new book, 'Rock Scene' from 7-9 pm.
Bookmarc by Marc Jacobs
8407 Melrose Place
Los Angeles, CA 90069

You can also check out his exhibition which will be opening Thursday December 1st at the Fahey/Klein Gallery
The Fahey/Klein Gallery
148 North La Brea (between First Street and Beverly Boulevard)
Los Angeles, CA 90036

For more info about Bob and upcomign events, check out BobGruen.com

Autumn Leaves

Living in Los Angeles we don't really get to experience the changing of leaves and the beautiful autumn colors that paint the trees this time of year.  However, sometimes with the turn of a corner, a little bit of fall sneaks up on us.  I was on my way to get groceries for breakfast Saturday morning when I turned down a usual street and saw this gorgeous mural of autumn colors.

Aren't these adorable? Little lace socks from Barneys.  Adds a little something extra!

Give Thanks

Its a beautiful Thanksgiving morning in Los Angeles.  I kept to tradition and got up to make cinnamon rolls and watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!  To me Thanksgiving is the real kick off to the holiday season.  Although I couldn't hold back playing the Christmas station last weekend when it was raining here in LA.  Although I work in the fashion industry, I'd rather not think about black Friday and non stop shopping and instead thing about what I'm thankful for and how I can give back this holiday season.  Last year my mom and I made stockings packed with essentials that were sent over to the troops.  Still deciding what project we'll take on this year.  But today I'm thankful for my loving family that has supported me through all my highs and lows, amazing friends that make me laugh, and my fabulous boyfriend who makes me smile every day.  Oh and my job!  Thank God I have a job!  It's rough out there!

Last night I slaved away after work making black bottom banana cream pie and pumpkin cheesecake for our Thanksgiving dessert.  I've been looking forward to all the delicious food today.  Traditional Thanksgiving dinner is by far one of my favorites.  My plate always has a little bit of everything, but usually stuffing a sweet potatoes take over most of it.  I save the turkey for leftover turkey sandwiches!

Happy Thanksgiving!  What are you thankful for?

Black bottom banana cream pie!

pumpkin cheesecake!

So This is Love...

Yesterday Chris and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary!  Yes, 1 year of dating bliss :)  Its hard to get too crazy on a Monday night but we thought we'd treat ourselves to a fancy dinner.  Chris always likes to keep where we are going a secret.  But my guess was right.  He took me to the ever so romantic The Little Door, in West Hollywood.  I have to say I was very impressed.  This place is adorable and the food... amazing!  We were seated at a cute little table tucked in the corner outside sourrounded by twinkle lights and greenery.

We had been saving this due mila from our Cambria trip for a special occasion :)

Scallops with sweet potato puree was my favorite thing that we had!

Garlic crusted rib eye

Creme brulee for dessert perfectly set with a cinnamon heart cookie :)

Great Gifts: Tech Accessories

Girls with gadgets will love this years line of tech accessories from Marc by Marc Jacobs.  Tired of lugging around my computer in my arms, I scored this haute snake print laptop bag from Bloomingdales this weekend!  

Affordable and chic for the stylish gadget girl

Neoprene laptop case $52 at Bloomingdales

Snake iPhone case $38 at Bloomingdales

Stardust iPhone case $38 at Bloomingdales

Heart earbuds from Net A Porter

Miss Marc iPad case (saw this in store, sold out online!)

Feeling the Cheer

Its no secret that I am a big fan of Christmas and holiday season.  The music, decor, cozy sweaters, giving to those less fortunate, and one simple thing that just gets me in the holiday mood; Starbucks holiday cups!  Quite silly, i know.  But I just get so excited when I get my first red Starbucks cup of the season.

In other news, Thanksgiving is quickly approaching in just a few days.  Naturally I am responsible for dessert.  I braved the rainy streets today and made sure I picked up everything I need.  This year I'll be making the usual favorite, black bottom banana cream pie, and... my first attempt at cheesecake.  Pumpkin cheesecake!

Noel Gallagher at Royce Hall

Finally, Noel Gallgher's High Flying Birds come to LA!  Ly and I had been waiting for this show since she worked on his first video, The Death of You and Me.  Thursday nights show which took place at Royce Hall, on the UCLA campus was absolutely amazing, and chock full of men sporting Noel style haircuts.  The show was full of new songs off the album, released this week, and Oasis favorites.  The night ended with 'Dont Look Back in Anger' and a hugely satisfied crowd, cheering 'Thank you for being here Noel!'

You can download Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds for $4.99 or $9.99 for the delux album now at Amazon.com.

Newspaper Nail Art

Love this tutorial from Beauty Lish.  I bet if you are careful you can even get specific words on your nails!  Trying this soon! 

Harvest

 

I absolutely love fall.  It is by far my favorite time of year.  The smell, the feeling, the warm coats and scarves, and pumpkin.  Pumpkin everything!  Although there wasn't much excitement this year for halloween, Chris and I still took part in some good old pumpkin carving.  Oh, and pumpkin beer too!  Stay tuned, pumpkin beer making coming soon!

Can you guess which pumpkin is mine?

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