A Magical Little Island

Anyone who has spent more then 12 minutes with me knows I love nothing more then personal time with a close friend going on an adventure outside involving whimsy.

I am a born and bred Southern California girl so I don't know how this was the first time I had other ventured to Orange County's Balboa Island. Let me tell you, it's love. What a magical little land!

I mean, seriously? We took the ferry over to this magical land. To make things even better...we took it for free courtesy of the 16 year old who was running it. 

What is a day of whimsy without cotton candy?

Highly recommend Balboa Bike N Beach Stuff. We were able to rent beach cruises for 5 dollars for an hour! The staff was really helpful and even allowed us to take the bikes for an extra 20 minutes free of charge :) Definitely hit them up if you are in the area!

The thing with eating cotton candy is that it is some messy stuff...

Such a dreamy day with such a dear friend!

Outfit: Top: Jcrew; Shorts: JCrew old similar; Necklace: 31 Bits old similar; Shoes Steve Madden 

Mad Men Premiere Party

Sometimes I have to pinch myself with the truly extraordinary things that I get to do!

Several years ago I fell in love with a little show called Mad Men...heard of it? I love the stories, I love the fashions. Its one of those shows you can watch on mute and still be completely captivated by the beautiful imagery. On the other side you could just listen and be entranced by the story. You can imagine my excitement to have been invited to the premiere party a few nights ago. Mingling with the people who make one of my favorite shows come to life poolside in the Hollywood Hills.

This lovely lady is an absolute peach. Its not always easy to meet grounded people in Los Angeles who are also working in the "industry" and I am blessed to call this one my friend! 

Outfit: Dress (old) Kate Spade

Fancy Picnic Birthday

I know I say this all the time but I truly have the greatest friends! Yesterday about 30 or so of my people drove from all over southern california to celebrate my birthday with me and I definitely felt celebrated. 

I am so thankful for the people I get to walk through life with. Teachers, Lawyers, Social Workers, etc...people from all different walks of life who God has weaved into my story and allowed to be my friends. I am truly blessed.

Dress: old similar here 

Roaring Twenties Halloween

When dressing as a flapper, you must have a bob haircut. I wasn't prepared to cut it all off so I tucked it all under for a faux bob. 

Some of my dear friends in San Diego were having a Halloween party so I happily drove down the coast and spent the night dancing away!

Dress : Aidan Mattox ; Necklace: Tiffany's ; Shoes: Capezio ; Lipstick: Ruby Woo by MAC