Monday, June 25, 2012

Pretty in Peony

Summer is definitely upon us, and one thing that I love about summertime is The princess of all flowers – the peony, With their unbelievable array of colors – from Whites to Pale Pinks, Corals, Hot pinks and burgundies – I love how they look and smell but I especially love watching them go from bud to full bloom



















Thursday, June 21, 2012

Summer Weekend Getaway

A friend of mine and I both agreed that we were in need of a fun girl weekend trip together, we choose to stop in Palm Springs and have a nice overnight at my brother's and then head up to Newport Beach.  We ended up having one of the best weekends together filled with amazing food, shopping, exploring, and of course the beach!! Here's some snaps from our getaway girls weekend. See my list of favorites below! 





Every time I'm in Newport Beach, this is my favorite breakfast place. 



Mimosa's for breakfast




Awww...the beach!



Great place for some yummy deserts









I love driving around in Corna Del Mar looking at the lovely homes and unique ones like this one. This is called the whale house. Can you see the teeth?


My Favorite new candle. "Aspen Bay Candle",  that I bought on Balboa Island. I have been burning it  everyday since I've been back.
Wishing you a wonderful magical week



Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Lost In Paris




To be young in Paris, take me there now....

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Vintage French Garden Table




I am loving a simple little garden table and the neat ideas you can create with them.
Happy Tuesday!

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Beach Totes

Every spring I start my hunt for a new beach tote, but this year I'm a little late and with some trips on the horizon, I better make my mind up and choose one finally.  I have a few requirements 1)Having enough room to hold all beach/pool items and 2)be chic enough to wear around town. It seems like an easy thing to find but, trust me, it's ridiculous hard to find the "perfect" summer tote.  Here are some I'm giving some serious consideration. Which one do you like?


Fat Face, stripped beach bag $60

BIG BUDDHA MAUI, $69.95

Bamboo 54 Beach Tote, Luggage Point, $28

Magid Woven Tote Black One Size, South Moon Under $64.75

The Sak Casual Classics II Top Zip Tote, Zappos, 39

Dipped Drawstring Beach Tote, Tory Burch $375 ouch!







Beach Bags by Rachelle's Simple Pleasure



Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Straw Hats

One of my recent simple pleasure is a little straw hat again, I started wearing a Fedora last summer and now I am wanting a new panama hat in white. I am so inspired by all the fun style's  you can create and top off any outfit! The trick: Never worry about the hat being too much. It isn't. Not unless you have a problem with people looking at you and thinking “She is just too cute.”  Whether strolling through a farmers market, meeting a friend for lunch or just walking the pups., I love how a hat can add tons of style, personality and fun to even the most basic look. Just have fun with it!
















My daughter and I sharing at Newport Beach last summer

Have a great week!





Friday, June 1, 2012

Restful Retreat



Ahhh, the weekend, Stay cool...