JewelMint Giveaway

Kate Bosworth is one of my all time fave style stars. This recent Proenza Schouler look is my version of FEROSH perfection. It strikes a unique balance of chic and edgy.

Kate has an enviable way of working the uptown princess vibe 

With the same ease as she rocks downtown hipster style

But it's her ability to accessorize that I find the most inspring.

That's why I was THRILLED when I was gifted with a little delicious treat from JewelMint, Kate's genius jewelry club that she started with her friend and stylist Cher Coulter. All the pieces are priced right at $29.99 each and are designed with a variety of "style personalities" in mind.

Love how the bronze zipper works with some gold spikes and Peridot Chanel nails.

Wore it every day last weekend during our trip to Illinois, where this LA girl FINALLY mastered the art of layering for cold weather. Only took me 34 years. Not all of us come out of the womb like Kate ;)

We were in Illinois for this guy: Mr. Saint, one of Mr. Diabolina's BFFs from high school (and one of the few people that can make Mr. D look short.)

Mr. Saint is a bit of a gambling devil so my bracelet and I hit the casinos with him...

And later in the weekend, we witnessed Mr.Saint double down on the best bet he's ever made. LOVE!

To celebrate the happy newlyweds, I'm hosting a JewelMint giveaway. To enter, leave a comment below before next Wednesday at 5 pm PST and you'll be entered to win my second favorite bracelet from Kate and Cher's site, the Golden Goose bracelet:

In your comment, let me know what style question you have for Kate Bosworth and she'll (eeeeks!!) answer them by video for all of us. I die.

Good Luck!

Where to Brunch in New York City: Locanda Verde

Locanda Verde came well recommended from various pigs that I trust my belly and my momma's belly with implicitly.




We started with the Sheep’s Milk Ricotta with truffle honey and burnt orange toast. Even better than you could possibly imagine. Just the perfect mix of sweet and savory.

Un then I snarfed the Zucchini Frittata with roasted tomato, goat cheese and basil. Best of my life. Hands down.

And my mom got the Hazelnut-Crusted French Toast with sicilian citrus salad. Heavenly sinful.

Locanda Verde = two VERY happy stuffed maranas.

Attempted to walk off the pig with a stroll from Greenwich to the Highline

And then to the FIT Musuem for the Daphne Guinness exhibit

Stunning slice of the McQueen exhibit at the Met. My mom and I were blown away

Here's the review I wrote for the Neiman Marcus blog. One of my better pieces of "fashion"writing me thinks.

And one of the loveliest days I've ever spent in NYC. Food, fashion and the company make all the difference.

The Outfit
Forever 21 jeans
Target printed top
Vintage trench

The Accessories
Louis Vuitton purse
H&M hat
Century 21 booties
Canal Street necklace

The Grade
B

The Commentary

I seriously want to LIVE in this hat. Love how glam it looks when my hair is TOE UP.

Actually built the outfit around the shoes. These gloriously functional sherling lined wedge booties. Would never have bought them in LA (too Alexa Chung!) but snapped right up in NYC. $60 at Century 21. Perfect for the 2.5 mile trek through Manhattan today.



So were my mom's Bruno Magli wedges. Also purchased in NYC. At Century 21 a few trips ago. Like momma, like daughter.

The Inspiration

Fall 2011: How to Wear a Cape

The Scene

One of the reasons I LOVE traveling with my mom is that she's always up for a fancy vagina fest.

And that's exactly what you get at afternoon tea at the St. Regis in NYC. It is girly twirly fantastical.

Highly recommend the HEAVENLY lady-like sandwiches and don't get me started about the scones.

Ugh and this fancy version of a Reese's peanut buttercup---sorry for the blurring, I think I was shaking with joy.

A new NYC tradition is born for this piglet and her mama piggy!

The Outfit

Zara tunic

H&M striped sweater cape

Amercian Apparel liquid leggings

The Accessories

H&M floppy hat, leopard scarf and flats

Louis Vuitton tote

Michele watch

Forever 21 bracelet

The Grade

A for Afternoon Tea

The Commentary

I've never been prouder of my packing skillz than I was during this trip to NYC. Managed to bring a carry-on full of pieces---colors, prints, accessories---that mixed and matched so easily, they were practically idiot proof. They worked equally well for my professional duties as well as my off time with my  mommy. They also managed to make me feel like a local and yet, very me. 

A little relaxed Rachel glam from LA

Mixed with the Olivia socialite in the city chic.

The big floppy hat that I got in NYC while I was there added the perfect dash of Lanvin on a dime.

The only downside of this particular outfit: capes can be a little awkward if you're not wearing the right purse. A clutch or top handle bag that you can wear on your wrist work better than a shoulder bag. Otherwise you end up walking around all kinds of schloppy or with your wrist en fuego from the weight of your huge bag. Live and learn.

The Inspiration