friday finds + faves.

[colorful accessories for one of next week's outfit posts]

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Happy Friday friends!

As you might have noticed, I've been a little light on posts lately. To be perfectly honest I've been feeling a little uninspired and questioning what direction I want to take the blog this year. As much as I love taking selfies in the mirror (which was supposed to be a temporary fix until I found a new photographer), I really want to produce better content this year. Rather than just showing you what I wore to work, I want to focus more on "how-to's"...how to style a little black dress, how to apply the perfect liquid eyeliner, etc. When I originally started this blog I was featuring recipes, DIY projects, and my "this vs. that" feature, in addition to my daily outfits...and I think it's time I get back on that path!

I'd love to hear what you think...what would you like to see more, or less of this year?

Until then, here are a few of my recent finds and faves!

• I'm so tempted to buy this "All about that Bass" t-shirt! #chuckbassforever!
• Well, it's official...C. Wonder has officially closed all their stores, and their website is now gone too! It's a sad sad day friends!
• I think that Victoria Beckham's 73 Questions video just might be the best of the series!
• I love the look of this colorful geometric necklace...anyone want to attempt a DIY version with me?
• This poster of Carrie Bradshaw's shoe collection would look perfect matted and framed in a walk-in closet. Note to self: next apartment will have a walk-in closet!
• I <3 typography, and I love these bold envelope designs featured on Oh Happy Day!
• This orange sherbert creamsicle cake looks amazing...I can't wait to try it in cupcake form!

Have a great weekend!

xoxo,

friday finds + faves.

[working from the comfort of my bed this chilly morning // Anthro mug // Target socks]

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Happy Friday! It's the last weekend before Christmas, I hope everyone is able to finish their holiday shopping (preferably online!) and enjoy some time at home! With that, I'll leave you with a few my current finds and faves!

• How cute is this skirt on Jean...and p.s. she made it! So talented!
• I love this glittery banner at West Elm, and decided to make my own after it sold out...photos to come next week!
• If you're looking for a healthier way to indulge in hot chocolate this winter, check out Kate's recipe...delicious!
• What does your airline seat say about you? I'm an aisle...all the way!
• I love this little reminder about manners and kindness...especially at this time of year
• Run, don't walk over to Ikea and stock up on this double sided wrapping paper. Seriously, polka dots and stripes...perfection! Bonus, it's only $1.99 a roll in-store right now!
• I've been debating about chopping off a few inches and getting the "lob," which seems to be the cut of the year! Any of you ladies rocking this trendy look?
• I'm loving this holiday look Jess is rocking, such a beautiful departure from the typical red dress for this time of year!
• Lastly, I've been following Baby Boy Bakery for a a few months now and my heart goes out to Jacqui and her husband Dan after the unbelievable tragedy they've suffered this year...check out this video of her surprise appearance on Ellen. Warning, have your tissues ready!

Have a great weekend!

xoxo,

happy thanksgiving.

"There is always something to be thankful for."

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Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you're all having a wonderful holiday at home with family and friends! I'm in New Mexico this week spending time with my parents and siblings...and my brother and I just got home from the Albuquerque Thanksgiving Day 5k Run!

Rather than bore you with a list of sales that are taking place tomorrow (seriously, we all get the same email alerts), I thought I'd put together a quick little post with some of my favorite finds this week:

• I really want to make a DIY bar cart for NYE and I'm loving this turquoise option, this industrial red option, and this sleek white option! I'll be sure to post photos with the outcome!
• I love this kate spade inspired DIY earring idea!
• I may or may not have an obsession with nail polish...#20 all the way!
• #BlairWaldorfismyhero
• This jalapeno popper dip looks amazing...so amazing that I'm afraid I'll eat it all! Dangerous!
• It's not out until next May, but I'm looking forward to Pitch Perfect 2!
• This "how to tie a necktie" infographic will definitely come in handy this holiday season...Nick and I can never remember how to tie one from memory and end up googling it each time!

Enjoy the rest of your Thanksgiving, and have a great long weekend! Stay tuned next week for my next holiday gift guide: for the home!

xoxo,

friday finds + faves.

[One of the many fun finds at Lotus in Los Gatos]

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Happy Friday friends! It's been awhile since I've done a Friday Finds post, so let's get to it!

• Looking for something to binge watch this weekend? Gilmore Girls is now on Netflix...and PS, Friends is coming to Netflix on January 1st. You're welcome. 
• For those of you local to Silicon Valley...my friend Jackie's boutique, Lotus is now open for business in downtown Los Gatos. More to come next week but go check it out for affordable fashion and unique jewelry! 
• H&M's sister company, & Other Stories is now shipping within the US. Think Zara prices, modern + quality pieces, minus the H&M trends. I'm loving these quilted leather pumps, this sleek leather work tote, and their entire jewelry line!
• Do any of you ladies waste as much time as I do on Buzzfeed? (I know I"m not the only one!) This weeks fave's include this little lady who rock my socks, 16 style tips, and a little something for you fans of spin class! 
• Halloween is next Friday, and if you'd like to take a more subtle approach to this holiday, try out this devilish hat, gold horned headband, or sophisticated kittie headband. I need to find a DIY for that hat ASAP!

Have a greet weekend!

xoxo,

hello september.

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I can't believe that Monday is Labor Day! Where did the summer go...actually, where has this entire year gone!?! I guess it's true what they say, the older you get, the faster time flies!

With that, I'll leave you with a few of my favorite finds from the week:

• If you're planning a trip to San Francisco (or if you live nearby and want to try out some different spots), check out this 12 Hours Travel Guide and see the best of the city by the bay in just one day!
• I know I'm not the only one that goes into Target for toothpaste and leaves with a cart full of items I didn't know I "needed"...admit it, your Target obsession is out of control too!
• One of my (and just about every female I know) favorite movies, The Notebook is now ten years old...check it out from a guy's perspective!
• If you enjoy great design as much as I do, you'll appreciate these great packaging ideas!
• Usually if I'm going to bake, I'll make cupcakes...but this week I decided to try my hand at a "real" cake...not as easy as I thought it would be! Make it easy on yourself and check out these tips on how to build a cake like a pro!
• I'm always on the look out for new (and more importantly, easy) ways to do my hair for work...I'm loving this chic braided bun!

Whatever your plans are this long weekend, have fun, stay safe, and get out there and enjoy the last weekend of the summer! See you all in September!

xoxo,

hello, summer.

Happy Friday! Summer is officially here so go out there and enjoy a sun-filled weekend! Here are a few of my recent finds and faves!

• If you haven't checked out One Fine Day, do it now! Filled with color and classic pieces, Ashley's style is so perfect, I have some serious outfit envy!
• If you love top knots as much as I do (such a life saver in the morning), you'll love these ideas!
• The fourth is next Friday and I've always wanted to try my hand at these fun sparkler photos!
• This amazing artist takes "upcycling" to a whole new level! Note to self, start collecting chopsticks!
• Check out this beautiful dress Julia was rocking earlier this week...love the colorful details!
• Yup, guilty...I think it's safe to say my sweet tooth is out. of. control. 

xoxo,

hello, june.

Whew, what a week...I'm sooo glad it's Friday! I've been crazy busy at work all week and I plan on closing my computer this afternoon and not even thinking about work until 8am Monday morning!

Now that we're officially in the month of June, I thought I'd add to my series of free downloads and give you all another iPhone wallpaper specific to the month of June! Please feel free to download and share! 

With that, I'll leave you with a few of my favorite finds I've come across over the past couple of weeks. I hope you enjoy and have a great sunshine-filled weekend!

• I've seen this mural in just about every NYC based fashion blog and now I finally know who the artist is! Read all about Maya Hayuk's "Chem Trails" mural and check out some of her other amazing pieces of work!
• I know I'm not the only one who has a love/hate relationship with their heels...and I'm pretty sure you'll appreciate The 6 Terrible Stages of Wearing High Heels as much as I did!
• Today is National Donut Day, so consider it a cheat day and check out some of Oh Happy Day's ways to celebrate this sugary holiday!
• Did anyone see Jessica wearing the most beautiful dress this week? I'm in love...now to find a wallet friendly version!
• Lastly, summer is the perfect time for weekend road trips, and if you live in the San Francisco Bay Area like I do, there are so many options to get away for the weekend. Summer is here so get out there and enjoy it!

xoxo,

hello, may.

I don't know about you, but I can hardly believe it's already May! Where did the last four months go?!?!?!

Today I'm providing you with the latest in my series of free iPhone wallpaper downloads...feel free to download and share, but please source back to Andrea Everyday! :)

With that, I'll leave you with a few of my favorite finds from the week. Enjoy, and have a great weekend!

• I think just about every one of these has crossed my mind while shopping in F21!
• Loving these 25 diy ideas for a small bathroom!
• Did any of you catch this post? I'm in LOVE with Amy's dress!!!
• Need some cocktail inspiration for the weekend? Look no further!
• Last but not least, rumor has it that J. Crew will be opening a more wallet friendly store called, "J. Crew Mercantile," similar to Gap's Old Navy. Fingers crossed!!!

xoxo,

friday finds + faves.

Happy Friday! I don't know about you ladies, but I'm soooo ready for the weekend! I'll be heading to a wedding in Capitola on Saturday and celebrating Easter with an all day BBQ/family reunion on Sunday so it looks like it'll be a non-stop weekend for me!

I'll leave you with a few Friday Finds + Faves....

• If you're a fan of fashion (you're here so I'll go out on a limb and assume you are!) and Mad Men, you'll love this!
• How cute is this watermelon mani!?!
• Though I no longer live alone, I'm a firm believe that everyone should live alone for a time during adulthood.
• Looking for a little swimsuit confidence boost (don't we all)? Look no further!
• If you're a fellow runner, you'll get a kick out of these "thoughts all runners have!"

Have a great weekend and Happy Easter!

xoxo,

april showers.

I'm not sure what happened to the beautiful spring weather we were enjoying a few weeks ago, but it's been cold and rainy most of the week here in northern California. What a way to kick off April!

Here's a free iPhone wallpaper I designed...please feel free to download and share, just please, pretty please link back and source Andrea Everyday!

Here are a few of my favorite links I've come across this week...I hope you enjoy and have a great weekend!

• I'm always looking for quick + easy ways to wear my hair for work and I can't wait to try out this new pony featured on A Beautiful Mess!
• Can we just take a moment and reminisce over these girl-powered book series? I spent a good part of my childhood reading the Baby-Sitters Club and Sweet Valley series...ah, the memories!
• I came across this idea from HGTV on Pinterest and now I'm on the hunt for washi tape. Removable wall stripes...yes please!
• I've been re-watching Gossip Girl on Netflix the past few weeks and I forgot how much I love Blair Waldorf's style...if you're a Blair fan you'll love this!

xoxo,

hello spring.

In honor of spring's official arrival yesterday, I created this iPhone wallpaper in the color that's literally everywhere this season, pink! Please feel free to download it  here!

With that, I'll leave you with a few "friday finds + faves"...I hope you all have a great weekend and get a chance to go outside and enjoy the sunshine!

• If you're a fan of Game of Thrones you'll enjoy this Buzzfeed...and fyi it's back for season four on Sunday April 6th!

• I think I need to add these sunglasses to my collection asap...only $12!

• Check out this DIY sequin phrase sweatshirt tutorial...I want to try this on a pillow!

• Last weekend I attended a screenprinting workshop at Oh Happy Day's studio in San Francisco...it was so much fun!

• I finally found the perfect lipgloss, e.l.f. Jumbo Lipgloss Stick in Movie Star. It's has the perfect hint of sheer color for everyday and it's only $2! Try it, I promise you'll love it!

xoxo,

friday finds + faves.

As you can probably tell, I'm trying to get back to blogging on a regular semi-regular schedule. Outfit posts will return soon...all depending on my remote control/self photography skills!

I'll leave you with a few "friday finds + faves"...have a great weekend!

• She's been all over the internet the past week, but if you haven't seen her paper dresses, check out this article on Fashion by Mayhem, then go follow her on Instagram. You won't be sorry!
• My favorite race of the year is coming up on April 13th in Santa Cruz. If you live in the Bay Area I highly recommend this race...beautiful views and weather. Hope to see some of you there!
• Check out these inspiring costumes this mother created for her daughter...love!
• I plan on trying out this gin + tonic recipe over the weekend, thanks to Katy over at my new favorite blog...she's adorable!
• Lastly, here's a photo of my gallery wall that I put together in my dining room with photos I've taken over the last couple of years. I'm pretty proud of it and I couldn't be happier with the finished wall :)

xoxo,

friday finds.

[Nick and I taking a 'selfie" in Santa Cruz last weekend]

The past few weeks have been fairly busy and unfortunately my blog has sort of taken a back seat. I'm still trying to find the time to work full time, run, and maintain a blog. Let's just say it's a work in progress!

Hope everyone has a great weekend...enjoy the warm weather!

["Shit Bloggers Wear" - a hilarious new blog any fashion blogger will appreciate]

[It just felt like a glitter and leopard kind of day - dress last seen here]

[My view of Natural Bridges in Santa Cruz last weekend]

[I scored this clutch from J. Crew Factory for only $45 over Memorial Day weekend thanks to their 50% off sale...I think coral may be my new signature color!]

xoxo,

friday finds.

[my beautiful mom and I enjoying a drink on her birthday]

I spent last week in my home town of Albuquerque, New Mexico. It was great to spend time with my family, visit my some of my favorite spots, and enjoy some down time. Now I get to enjoy a three day weekend back in the Bay Area...have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend!

[me posing in front of a huge mural in Nob Hill]

[this note I found this on my windshield from a neighbor made my day]

[preparations for a healthy dinner - seriously, crock pot veggie lasagna is genius]

[I may have broken my shopping ban...there was no way I could pass up this striped dress at Marshall's, only $19.99. I"m not sorry!]

xoxo,

friday finds.

[my shameless selfie showcasing my eyeglasses necklace (similar)...and yes I matched my nail polish to my blouse!]

Since I've started this blog I've noticed myself shopping more often...okay, a lot more often. I find myself buying things I don't really need, and things I won't even really wear that often, or longer than one season.

Solution: I'm putting myself on a self imposed shopping ban for the rest of May. That's right...no lunch time trips to Target just to "browse," and no more stops at Forever 21 where I always seem to find something I "need."

So these recent purchases I've featured this week are the last you'll see from me for awhile. Until then, it's all about mixing and matching, and re-using what I already have in my closets to create new looks!

Have a great weekend and a wonderful Mother's Day!

[Nick and I a couple of weekends ago up in the Sierras]

[our low key Cinco de Mayo celebration at our favorite Mexican restaurant last weekend]

[another one of my new bubble necklaces from Etsy...I've been wearing them non-stop!]

xoxo,

friday finds.

[stones bib necklace in fiery coral]

C Wonder is a brand I discovered while in New York last month. A friend had told me awhile back to check it out and that it was definitely "my style." She was 100% correct...I walked by this store in Columbus Central (across from Central Park) and was immediately drawn to the colorful window displays! Once I stepped inside I found dozens of items I loved. Everything from their shoes (♥ these flats), to the jewelry, to the housewares are perfectly designed.

Founded by Chris Burch, (Tory Burch's ex-husband), it's easy to see the similarities between the brands...C Wonder is almost a mix between Tory Burch and Kate Spade, but sooo much more affordable! Primarily located on the east coast, C Wonder has two locations in Southern California...hopefully one will open in the Bay Area soon!

Have a great weekend!

[nylon easy tote in tourmaline...similar to the Longchamp bags but much cheaper!]

[polka dot soup bowls...perfect for storing your bracelets/watches or a bowl of cereal :)]

[monogram geo plate...ideal for saving your rings/earrings on a nightstand!]

[monogram letter A...similar to those at Urban and Anthropologie but GOLD!!!]

[enamel bamboo bracelets...love the colors!]

[chevron notecards box...one of my favorite patterns!]

xoxo,

friday finds.

[Lori and I with the Manhattan skyline behind us]

[The Empire Hotel across from Central Park, aka Chuck Bass' hotel :)]

[The Empire State Building]

[Cupcakes from Magnolia Bakery in Greenwich  Village...SO GOOD!]

[Pizza from Keste Pizzeria in Greenwich Village...best pizza ever!]

[The Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn...they have an amazing rooftop bar]

[Lori and I on the Brooklyn Bridge]

[View of the Statue of Liberty from the Staten Island Ferry]

This week's "Friday Finds" are taken from my trip to New York two weeks ago. My friend Lori and I took a girls vacation, and first spent two days in Washington DC, then four days in NYC. This was my first time in New York, so I wanted to see all the main attractions: Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Wall Street, the Brooklyn Bridge, take the subway, etc. I think the only thing I didn't manage to see was the WTC Memorial.

All in all, we had a fabulous time in NYC, tried some great restaurants, and were able to hang out with some really great people!

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

xoxo,