Pendant Lamps We Had Hanging Around

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If you’re doing a remodel or are just looking to freshen up your space, we suggest you take your gaze upward. Hanging pendant lamps can be a little bit tricky but we’ve got some ideas to get you thinking about […]

Joshua Tree Day Trip + Hiking Tips

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Spring and early Fall are wonderful times to visit the California desert. Nestled next to Palm Springs, you can enjoy a Joshua Tree day trip in perfect 75-degree weather. If the state is lucky enough to receive torrents of rain […]

Grunge Plaid Pants Kick Off Summer

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Candidly, we’re pulling summer’s latest fashion trend from Orange County high school kids on e-bikes. Gangs of riders are collectively wearing grunge plaid pants effortlessly from Senior-itis stages into summer. Begging people to put away their yoga pants, we humbly […]

Cottage Living: Vintage Ceramic Mugs

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Our home decor trends are (thankfully) gradually getting simpler and less materialistic. Another step down from farmhouse style is cottage living. Think sunny windows, embroidered curtains, open shelving, and vintage ceramic mugs on display. When you opt for vintage, you […]

I Left My Heart in San Francisco: Holiday Travel

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In desperate need of a road trip or weekend getaway during “the most wonderful time of the year”? We have a few San Francisco holiday travel spots worth adding to your list. Try our favorite mixture of sightseeing, cultural events, […]

5 Thanksgiving Playlist Essentials

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Everyone needs/ loves a good holiday soundtrack that sets the mood and uplifts spirits. Our 5 Thanksgiving playlist essentials can serve as the foundation for cozying up and settling down. We’ve got everything from country, funk, jazz, soul, and good […]

Trend Watch or Participate: Indie Sleaze

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Admittedly, we are suckers for a trend. How fast does time fly when club-goers start sporting “indie sleaze”—a style that hails from a mere 15 years ago? Did hipsters go out of style and come back already without us realizing […]

Cheery Bedroom Decor to Lift Your Spirits

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Crisp air and busy schedules get us thinking about being in bed a little longer. Stave off the potential for depression with cheery bedroom decor that will nurture your heart and soul. Bedrooms should always feel like safe retreats; with […]

High-Waisted Jeans For The Ultimate Tummy Tuck

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Don’t you love it when fashion designers start to deliver trends that flatter your figure?  The beauty of high-waisted jeans is that they tuck everything in and keep everything covered. Standing up, sitting down, bending over—you can move with complete confidence. […]

Denver Colorado Sightseeing During Social Distancing

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If you’re brave enough to travel, socially distanced sightseeing can be quite a treat. Denver, Colorado is unusually empty due to quarantining but that doesn’t mean the city is dead. There are plenty of safe and fun ways to explore […]

Oversized Trench Coats Blame it on The Rain

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They say, “necessity is the mother of invention”. Oversized fashion requires oversized trench coats to provide the roominess needed to manage inclement weather in style. Trenches are long in length and will be sure to keep you warm and dry […]