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Back in California

(Threadsence sweater, Jil Sander trousers, Velvetine bag, Vintage belt, Vintage Ferragamo flats)

Spent one afternoon walking Ocean Avenue, getting back into the California vibe after my stay in Europe. Being back with my family is the best. I missed them! I went with a very relaxed, classic outfit for my evening out for coffee and shopping. I paired an animal print sweater with my favorite Jil Sander trousers. My new carryall is the one that steals the show though! I just received this new Velvetine handbag from Paris and I instantly fell in love with it the moment it arrived at my doorstep. The details are amazing and leather is superb. The first thing I do when I receive a new handbag is sniff the leather. And this one’s smell won me over for sure! The 3 inner zippers also makes it easy for me to search all my things. I definitely needed a new shoulder bag and this one is perfect. I’m such a huge Velvetine bag fan now!

I hope everyone has a fantastic week! Mine is a bit crazy at the moment. I’m shooting everyday gaaah, but I love the hectic schedule. Ending the week at the MANGO event:

I am hosting the MANGO event this Friday, April 8th, in Santa Monica (5-9pm). Meet me there! I will be singing at the event! There will be: Music. Hors d’oeurves. Free Drinks. Shopping w/ 30% off everything. I will be giving away a $500 MANGO gift card to one lucky attendee. You style a MANGO look, get your picture taken by the photographer, and I will pick a winner at random. See you there!!

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Stomping the Streets of Catalunya!

I loved this guy! I couldn’t stop staring and laughing!

I miss Zoey so much!

Wearing: H&M sweater and blouse, SOLD Design Lab Skinny jeans, J. Crew flats, Givenchy bag

Catalan flag

I think this was all I ate…

To the Americas!!

PIZZA PIZZA MMM

Check out that shadow!

I am obsessed with globes and maps and freaked when I came across this store one night. I think every wall in my house has a map on it!

Photos from my final day in Barcelona. All I can say is, I miss Zoey so so much! I have to thank this amazing girl for everything! We’ve become the best of mates. Also, many thanks to MANGO for the wonderful experience!! Gaahh, Spain was incredible.

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MANGO Event in Santa Monica! Friday, April 8th: 5-8pm!


Meet me Friday, April 8th at the MANGO store in Santa Monica, CA on 3rd Street Promenade from 5pm-8pm!

I am hosting this event, put together by MANGO and Marie Claire! I’m beyond excited! The event is open to the public, so please bring your friends and family!

I will also be singing at the beginning of the event! It is going to be really fun. Music, Drinks, and Shopping. Everything in the store is 30% the entire day! I will also be giving away a $500 gift card to the best dressed person to attend, so feel free to show off your own personal style! Can’t wait to take that special person shopping!

As seen in the new Marie Clarie magazine April ’11 issue:

I cannot wait to meet all my LA readers and fellow bloggers. See you there!!

Don’t forget to RSVP at mcevents@hearst.com!

En La Boqueria!

PAT!

Wearing: Vintage coat, American Apparel shirt, Vintage skirt

La Boqueria Outdoor Market!

KATIE!

I. Like. Eggs.

haha omg there is even a “don’t touch” sign behind me!

What Katie doing con el jamon?

How incredibly cute are these chocolates?!


Taxi Taxi!!

Lunch on the coast! NACHOS!

I spent one afternoon in Barcelona with two of my crazy new pals, Katie (from Australia) and Pat (from Italy)! We met up at a rockin restaurant on the coast for nachos, mussels, and wine. Soon after, we jumped into a cab, drove through Las Ramblas, and eventually ended up at La Boqueria, the outdoor food market. It was incredibly crowded and bustling, making the whole experience that much more fun. I grabbed some yummy chocolate balls. You know those ones that melt in your mouth? Also ended up taking too many pictures in front of the food (I think we pissed off every food stand for touching and posing next to everything!) But La Boqueria is absolutely beautiful. The way the food is displayed is art itself. Totally picture perfect. Everything sold is really fresh and delicious as well. Ended our night out on the town, with me completely passing out. Literally. But I won’t get into that right now! Let’s just say it was long day out with these wild girls and I enjoyed every minute with them. They are two of the craziest, loveliest people I’ve met in Barcelona! I’m going to miss them here in the States waaazaaa!

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