Saturday, June 30, 2012

Print Generator


PETER PILOTTO & CHRISTOPHER DE VOS RESORT '13 PRESENTATION

























Whoaaa! Talk about trippppyyy. I was floored when I came across this installation from Pitti Immagine UOMO, a four-day exhibition showcasing some of the raddest and upcoming menswear designers. But when Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vos, guest womenswear designers, collaborated their resort '13 collections, they completely stole the show. I'm a sucker for beautiful prints and putting these amazing clothes in front of 3D printed backgrounds?! Just AH-MAZING. And as a graphic designer, this just makes my heart melt, so inspiring!

Photos: Refinery 29 

Thursday, June 28, 2012

New In: Red & Wood

SHWOOD SUNGLASSES
FOREVER 21 BOX PURSE



Remember these? I have been obsessing over them since winter and alas! They are mine! These Zebrawood sunnies are handcrafted in Oregon and are amazingly light weight. Ummm, amazing. Get them here, in a variety of woods and styles. And this cute little box bag is a surprising purchase from Forever 21. It's definitely Wang inspired, but at a very tiny fraction of the cost. A while back, I had found a satchel with the same metal corners from Forever 21 and I instantly fell in love with it and immediately bought it in cream and black. So, naturally I needed this little red box version as well. Another plus; it looks way more expensive than it is (ahem, $30!).

Photos: Myself

Friday, June 22, 2012

Food For You: Quinoa Pizza Bites


Since it was a million degrees here in New York yesterday, I decided to stay in the nice air conditioning and make some tasty bites to snack on. These quinoa pizza bites are super easy to make and quite delicious. They're perfect for entertaining or as a snack for kids. Plus, they're relatively healthy (compared to regular frozen pizza bites) at 175 calories per serving (5 bites).

You'll need:

-2 cups of cooked quinoa
-2 eggs
-1 cup chopped onion
-1 cup shredded mozzarella
-2 cloves of minced garlic
-1/2 cup fresh, chopped basil
-1 cup chopped pepperoni (or leave it out if you're vegetarian!)
-1/2 tsp seasoning salt (I substituted with salt, pepper and powdered garlic)
-1 tsp paprika
-1 tsp dried, crushed oregano
-Your choice of sauce (i.e. marinara, tomato and basil sauce...)

First, cook your quinoa by package directions. About 1 cup of dried quinoa makes 2 cups cooked. Preheat oven to 350ยบ
 
Next, prepare all other ingredients in a bowl. A food processor makes your life much easier when chopping the onion, garlic, basil and pepperoni.

Mix all of your ingredients together (except dipping sauce) and plop tablespoon fulls of mixture into greased mini muffin tins.

Bake these little babies for 15-20 minutes in the preheated oven. When done, let cool for a few minutes before taking them out. Serve with your sauce and tada! Time to chow down!



Told ya it was easy! Enjoy!

Recipe from here.

Photos: Myself

Thursday, June 21, 2012

The Habitat Shop Jewels


Here's my lovely picks from The Habitat Shop shopping party. It took me so long to decide on what I was going to get because everything was so beautiful, I wish I could take home everything! If you love jewelry, this store is the perfect place for you. They have amazing statement pieces that are sure to turn heads. Go check it out on W. 19th St between 6th and 7th ave in Chelsea.

Photos: Myself

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

The Habitat Shop Shopping Party

STRAWBERRY CUPCAKES
CARROT CAKE CUPCAKES
CHOCOLATE SALTED CARAMEL CUPCAKES
LIL' SISSY
LOVE MY GIRL MARIAH
KISSES!
 
CUTIE MARIA FROM CITY LAUNDRY
WITH KENNY GEE, THE OWNER

I was super happy to have been asked to host The Habitat Shop's shopping party last Friday. As soon as I stepped into the store I fell madly in love. The jewelry, clothes, furniture and decor were all absolutely beautiful and exactly my style. Let's just say, they will be seeing me very soon and very often over at The Habitat Shop. I was also excited to be able to share another passion of mine, baking. I created three different flavors; strawberry, carrot cake and chocolate salted caramel. Thank you so much to The Habitat Shop, lovely owner, Kenny Gee and my dear friend Mariah for making this all possible! And big love to everyone who came to the event and gave positive comments on my cupcakes, it really means a lot to me!

Go check out The Habitat Shop on W. 19th St between 6th & 7th Ave in Chelsea, New York. And stay tuned to see the fabulous jewelry I got there!

Photos 1-13: by Myself
Photos 14-26: by Darien Magin

Check here for more photos from the event!

Monday, June 18, 2012

Photo Diary: Bonnaroo 2012







MANDEE!
GETTING READY FOR LUDACRIS!
LUDAAAAA!
RADIOHEAD
FLOWER CROWNS
JOSH GOT THIS AWESOME TIGER SHIRT FROM WALMART...CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?
PINE CONE NECKLACES

A little overdue, but here is my photo diary from Bonnaroo. Bonnaroo is seriously one of the best experiences I've ever had. I've been to a bunch of different music festivals, but nothing seems to compare to Bonnaroo, it's a completely different experience being able to camp out on the actual grounds. Yea, we get dirty and grungy, but it's all worth it to see some of the greatest bands and DJs and meeting many new people from all over the country, world even. If you're ever thinking about going, GO, you'll never regret it, I promise.  

Photos: Myself