Tuesday Trailer Teaser: Gossip Girl Season 4

I stopped caring about Gossip Girl long ago. The transition from high school to college was AW-ful. Even worse than 90210: The College Years.  And the whole West Beverly crew conviniently ending up at CU was baaaaad.  Don't even get me started on the horror of Brenda sans bangs. Shudder.

But the sneak peaks at Gossip Girl fashion this season have me absolutely besotted.  Blair mixing prints. Serena and her twins in bondage-y wear. Legs and glam and NYC for days!

So despite my better judgment, I'll be watching this season. With the sound off.  While I blog ;)

Military Trend 2010: Cargo Pants

Another way to get in on the military trend: cargo pants



The ones I've been wearing to death are from Zara.  Less than $40.  Pleated and slightly dropped crotch and no pockets.  Their frumpy vibe is soooooo confusing to people.  Which obviously makes me looooove them even more.



Paired it with my new DELISH Tucker top, Sam Edelman heels, H&M belt and Speedy LV bag. I haven't been prouder of a random outfit in months.  Felt comfortable and chic and unique.




Here's some more pretty kitty inspiration for you to get your military pant on.  Think creatively when pairing colors with the army green.  It works with practically any color so take some risks.  And always add one feminine touch when doing the military trend - whether it's a flirty print, high heels or gobs of jewelry ;)
























And for the next couple of months, if green's not your thing, I recommend investing in a few other slouchy pants in go-with-everything neutrals.  They'll be the perfect transition-into-fall pieces.  And an ideal alternative to leggings and jeans.
















Happy holiday weekend!

Ludo Bites at Gram and Papa's with a Side of Leopard

Since our last Ludo Bites adventure, The Brown Devil and Chef Ludo have become bffs. Makes sense. They are both pimps and LOVE them some food.



Their budding bromance was the only reason we were able to score a last minute Ludo Bites 5.0 reservation for my birthday. The day after this amazing fawning NY Times review ran.


The Brown Devil sure knows how to spoil a girl. 



The menu for the fifth Ludo pop-up sounded as mouth-watering and revolutionary as ever.



I could see the fear in the eyes of Ludo first-timer and historically non-foodie Mr. Diabolina.



But with the encouragement of two of his favorite piggies, he surrendered to the delicious.



First a cheese cupcake with a foie-gras chicken liver frosting. I could have eaten 8 of them.


Naan with salted coconut butter




Goat cheese Soup, Bacon, Lardo, Tofu, Green Apple, Frisee Salad.  Insane!


Poached Egg, Potato Mousseline, Chorizo Condiment.  My favorite.




Heirloom Tomato Smoothie, Ice Dashi, Squid Ink Vodka-Gelee, Seaweed.  WHAAAAAAAAAAAAT??




Confit pork belly, raw choucroute thai style and mustard ice cream. Texture for days.


Wild Striped Bass, Yellow Corn Mexican Style, Fresh Wasabi Salsa.  Best fish I've ever eaten





Grilled Octopus, Oregano, Grilled Hazelnut Polenta, Pineapple Aioli and Piment D' Espellette Gelee


A certain architect liked it. Alot.




Steamed Duck Lemon Verbena, Crispy Skin Puree, White Peach, Radish and Balsamic.  Can never go wrong with duck.




And for dessert Campfire Smoked S'mores with guacamole sorbet.  I wanted s'more.


Matcha Green Tea Almond Cake, Red Berries, and Mascarpone Mousse.  Beyond.





Carmel Souffle, Blanco Grapefruit with Fleur de Sel Ice Cream. Perfection.



I was one happy and stuffed birthday girl. Thank goodness Mrs. Brown Devil and I met in grad school.  Can't believe we became friends 10 years ago this summer. Heart.


To get my b-day pigging on, I wore a loose tush covering top over my new stretchy H&M jeggings ($14 and my favorite leggings ever!!!!) Sassed things up for hot totty Chef Ludo with the Elizabeth & James heels, the Van Cleef-esque necklace and my favorite YSL leopard bag.



Leopard bags are probably the only thing as delicious as Ludo's food :)











If you are a pig, make sure to visit http://www.ludolefebvre.com/ludo-bites/ and sign up for updates.

And for a tasty breakfast and lunch spot when you are in Downtown L.A., hit up http://www.gramandpapas.com/