orange dreamsicle.

this is the probably the one coat that i own, and i've had it for over ten years. i'd love to wear it more often, but our weather just doesn't allow for anything like this.

it's black velour and quite heavy.

this weekend my friend got me hooked on a drink that i now call the orange dreamsicle. it's a screwdriver (orange juice + vodka) made with pinnacle whipped vodka. the flavored vodka makes the consistency seem creamy and thick. the following day, i ran out and got two bottles...one to replenish my friend's stock and one for me. i've been indulging in orange dreamsicles all week.

 

yummmmm.

(coat, xoxo; denim, pacsun; shoes, victoria's secret; blazer, xoxo)

professional sportswriter, pj, has difficulty finding love in her world of sports and boys. her tomboyish approach to relationships and her inability to separate from her predominantly male group of friends often intimidated potential suitors. the show mostly took place in her apartment or at their favorite neighborhood bar where the gang chit-chatted over random nothingness. it was a pleasant show with eccentric characters and its share of good laughs. for my ability to relate to having best guy-friends, this gets a:

burnout.

the lovely danielle of danielle celeste sent me one of her beautiful, handmade originals...this asymmetrical burnout cardigan. the lighting in my photos doesn't do it justice, but it's a beautiful ivory color, and the lightweight material makes it a versatile piece for this warm-weathered state. i look forward to working it into my current wardrobe.

thanks, danielle!

by the way, this is the package that took over one month to get here. i included a picture of the postage date for proof.

have faith in the postal system, my friends.

so blogger finally added a "reply" button to our comments. it's nice to have the option to respond to your comments directly. but, i'm curious...do you re-visit posts to read replies? do you subscribe to comments? or do you prefer a response via email or on your blog?

arrived january 18, 2012.

carrot cake...mini-he chose this because of the "white stuff".

the boy loves his frosting.

(cardigan, c/o danielle celeste (buy); dress, american apparel (similar);

shoes, nine west (buy))

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kung hei fat choi.

today's workout: alternating beach runs and stand up paddling.

the weather and water conditions were perfect,

but i'm feeling the pain in my shoulders and legs now.

how did you start off your week?

last weekend we went downtown for chinese new year festivities.

several blocks of chinatown were closed off allowing people to roam the streets lined with food and vendor booths. it was crowded making it difficult to take photos, but it's everything you would expect to see...chinese lanterns, lots of jade, red paper goods, and good food. and, of course, it wasn't complete without the lion dances. plus, i just love the architecture and character of the buildings.

last week, it seemed many bloggers were asking some form of the question, "what is your go-to outfit?", and my comments were all the same...denim flares, heels, and a sweater + shirt combo. when i'm running late, i reach for some version of this combination and always feel good. 

(top to bottom: bracelets, f21 (buy); bcbgeneration (similar); banana republic;

ring, erica anenberg via ideeli (similar)) 

love the loft spaces upstairs.

jade jewelry galore.

the iconic hawaii theater.

this is all mini-he wanted.

the crowds.

red lanterns and good-luck paper goods.

(sweater, old navy (similar); denim, express (similar); shirt, hollister (similar);

bag, gucci; shoes, jessica simpson (similar))

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