I ♥ Rachel Bilson

It was rainy and cold yesterday, so I decided to browse Barnes & Noble. I spotted a book on fashion history and snapped it up. I've been interested in learning more about my favorite designers.  I couldn't leave without checking out the enormous magazine section. I was about to call it a day when out of the corner of my eye I saw Rachel Bilson on the cover of Califonia Style magazine. I stopped dead in my tracks, ooh-ing and ahh-ing over the beautiful pictures. I love Rachel Bilson. In my opinion, she has never looked better. In case you haven't seen them, here they are.

Images found using Google and The Stylist

There's almost something ethereal about her. What do you think?

♥ Noelle

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A Little Inspiration

I'm taking inspiration from everyone right now, including some from the beautiful Andi. She just wrote a blog post about Spring fashion, and looks that are inspiring her while she's under the weather this week. Given that I've been under the weather too, I figured what better way to put a giant grin on my face than to look at gorgeous pictures of gorgeous clothes?  'Nuf said.

Lauren Conrad. I love nude! I love her!

Can someone tell me who Mollie King is? Because I love her polka dot dress and chic bag.

Here she is again in sky high heels and skinnies - my favorite look for night!

I am seriously tempted to try a maxi skirt or dress this year. I've never been drawn to them as I'm short and I thought they might make me look even smaller. Hmmmmmm....Olivia Palermo looks perfect.

Taylor Swift. I LOVE sweet floral dresses and nude pumps.

I'm not done with tights just yet! And to think I was afraid to wear them!

Kristin Cavallari just makes me want to work out. I love her turquoise necklace.

 All images courtesy of The Vogue Diaries. It's such a fun blog to look through!

I also wanted to say thank you for all the kind words on my last post. I'm feeling much better since the accident. I'm just really sore and my neck is stiff, but the doctor told me I should feel more like myself starting next week.

Have a great Thursday!

♥ Noelle

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Aldo Bags

Hey Friends!
I apologize for the lack of posts the past few days. The boyfriend and I had a very eventful weekend, one in which we both had to take a trip to the ER. An extremely sore neck, a pounding head, and an immobile arm have rendered me a bit useless. I'm typing this with one hand ;)  But alas, I'll spare the gory details and just say that I'm thankful we are both alright, that we both have health insurance, and that I've met some lovely new friends I'm extremely grateful for.

In the meantime, (while I'm recovering) I just wanted to do a quick post featuring some bags I'm loving from Aldo. You all remember my beloved Cyphert:

Here are other great bags for Spring, and all at affordable prices.

~ Kemfort

~Schwieson

~Starliper - so cute with a little dress!

~Niesen - I'm obsessed with camel. I want!

~Moltz - Yup. I want this one too.

I'm still saving for a designer bag, but what I love about Aldo is that I don't have to feel guilty if I want to treat myself a little before then.



I hope you all are happy and healthy! That's really all that matters.

Noelle

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Craving: Colorful Stones & an Oversized Clutch

Spring has sprung! I actually dislike that phrase, and is it really officially Spring? Someone let me know! But the weather has been changing in southern California, and although my allergies are bothering the heck outta me, the warm temps and long afternoons are making me feel as giddy as a schoolgirl. At this time last year, yours truly was getting ready to graduate from college, saving up a bit for a trip to New York City and Ohio, and, most importantly, adding new dresses and little tank tops to my wardrobe. I find the transition from Winter to Spring to be somewhat tedious. I stare blankly into my teeny-tiny closet and wonder what in the world I'm going to do with all of my big coats and sweaters. I really have no where to put them! Lately, I've been exposing my arms and legs, and that in itself is daunting. Pale girl, over here! Nothing some L'oreal Bronzing Gel won't fix =)

And nothing that my current fashion cravings won't fix either! I am loving colorful stone jewelry and oversized clutches that will take me from day to night.

Helios Posts - Anthropologie

Envious Ring - Anthro

Areito Necklace - Anthro

♥♥♥ Anthropologie has a great selection of colorful baubles ♥♥♥

My collection ~ I think I have a good start.

I want these pretties tucked under my arm:

Leatherette Chain Clutch - Forever 21

Medium Leather Carry-All Pouch - American Apparel

YSL Belle de Jour - Via Nordstrom

Dying over this!

What's putting you in the mood for Spring?

♥ Noelle

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