Saturday, March 30, 2013

Lifestyle: Nature Hike







The sun was bright today :)

One of the best ways to spend a day is to go outside and enjoy nature around us. It's easy to get caught up in our daily routines, and sometimes, we need that valueable time to breathe and step away from all the chaos. Today, Victoria and Katie took a beautiful hike at Griffth Trails. Its a great way to release all the negative energy from our fast paced world :)

The Daily: Our Adorable Store Director

Ellie is the cutest thing ever! Visit her at our Solana store to get some spring styling :)

Fashion: Mink Pink

This Gorgeous Mink Pink lace blouse is fun and flirty with any fun color tank under it or your swimsuit for a beach day, pair it with some simple or fun jewelry to dress it up!















Friday, March 29, 2013

The Daily: Geoffrey Scott St. Tropez

Ellie's favorite item of the day is our Geoffrey Scott St. Tropez necklace! Gorgeous!

The Daily: Maison Scotch

Courtney's favorite item of the day is our Maison Scotch button down blouse! A unique statement piece to have for Spring :)

Inspiration: Nature's Inspiration

Let nature inspire your next look for spring. So many designs are inspired by nature by fashion designers. Try to create your next outfit from an organic influence :)

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Fashion: Tyler Rose for Spring Break

Enjoy your springbreak while looking chic with our new Tyler Rose swimwear bikinis! Paired with our favorite Missoni flats and Honey Sanson leather fringe necklace ;)

Lifestyle: Thursday Breakfast with Victoria

This is one of my favorite breakfast meals to make! It's so simple, healthy, quick and easy. Getting the right fuel in the morning is important to starting your day off right :)
Eggs
1. Sautee organic asparagus cut into 1 inch pieces with grape seed oil for 3 min.

2. Pour organic eggs (beaten) over asparagus on pan and scramble until eggs are cooked.

3. Sprinkle small doses of salt and pepper on top :)

Toast
1. I like to use Trader Joe's Gluten Free multi-grain bread! Pop 2 slices in the toaster.

2. Cut up avocado, tomoatoes, and cucumbers.

3. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on top.

All done!




The Daily: Ellie's Favorite Item

Ellie's favorite item of the day is our Nightcap fringe raglan top $307!! In our La Jolla store:D

Fashion: Easter Outfit

This outfit would be perfect for Easter! This white Joie blazer is a good classic that everyone should have, and this See by Chloe dress is a great color and shape for any spring/summer events. Pair with a blue crystal necklace for an unexpected and cool look :)



PL Happening: Extra 10% off Sale!

Get these must-have sweaters at our La Jolla store, on sale with an extra 10% off!! 

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Lifestyle: Ellie :)

Ellie practicing the law of pure potentiality communing with nature on her hike :) she even saw a baby seal...amazing 

The Daily: NEW Simply Kasia In Stores Now!!

We just received new and amazing jewelry from Simply Kasia. These timeless dainty pieces are perfect for layering, and for wearing daily! Hurry in to get yours before they're all gone ;)

The Daily: Katie's Favorite Item

Katie's favorite item of the day is this necklace by Simply Kasia. The snake has little pave diamonds to make it extra special. This would look great with a simple tee layered with a dainty necklace!

Fashion: Casually Layered

Sweaters can be worn all year around, and we can't get enough of them! For spring, wear a light sweater over a printed button down blouse with skinny jeans for a preppy-casual/chic look. Wear flats with this look, or spice it up by wearing nude pumps or wedges for height. Finnish the look with layered bracelets and a statement necklace. You are now casually layered ;) 

Health: Pineapple Brakfast Sandwich

Ingredients: 
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple
  • 4 tablespoons Neufchatel or part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 2 slices whole grain bread, toasted
  • 4 large strawberries, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

  • Method: 
    In a small bowl, combine pineapple and Neufchatel and then spread evenly on bread. Top with strawberries and walnuts and serve.
    Nutritional Info: 
    PER SERVING:220 calories (120 from fat)13g total fat5g saturated fat20mg cholesterol230mg sodium21g carbohydrate (4g dietary fiber8g sugar)8g protein
    Find more recipes from the source

The Daily: La Jolla Jewels

Honey Sanson, Simply Kasia and more have us drooling over all the beautifully designed gems that you won't find any where else. Simply Kasia's delicate designs pair perfectly with any other necklaces for layering. Honey Sanson designs create great statement pieces that can be easily layered withll as we. Her natural, soft colors make it easy to spice up your most casual look without being too over the top.

Visit our La Jolla store to see our collections :)

Monday, March 25, 2013

Inspiration: 7 Chakras

You are a Being of Light
You are a being composed of light, love, and intelligence. These characteristics are the essence of pure energy. So, you are an energetic being. Sometimes, though, you may not feel that way. This has a lot to do with knowing your 7 chakras, and the precious/sensitive energy you hold within you that can effect your daily life.

Here is basic knowledge of your 7 chakras :)

YOUR 7 CHAKRAS
1. Root Chakra – Represents our foundation and feeling of being grounded. It’s located at the base of spine in tailbone area. Here is where the survival issues relating to  financial independence, money, and food emotions lay.
2. Sacral Chakra -  Is our connection and ability to accept others and new experiences. It’s  located in the lower abdomen, about 2 inches below the navel and 2 inches in. Here is where your  sense of abundance, well-being, pleasure, sexuality, and emotions lay.
3. Solar Plexus Chakra -  Is our ability to be confident and in-control of our lives. It’s located in the  upper abdomen in the stomach area. Here you will find where your  self-worth, self-confidence, self-esteem emotions lay.
4.Heart Chakra – Is our ability to love. It’s located at the c enter of chest just above heart. This is where your love, joy, and inner peace lay.
5. Throat Chakra – Is our ability to communicate. It’s located in the throat. Here is where your communication, self-expression of feelings, the truth emotions lay.
6. Third Eye Chakra – Is our ability to focus on and see the big picture. It’s located in the forehead between the eyes. Here is where your intuition, imagination, wisdom, ability to think and make decisions emotions lay.

7. Crown Chakra – Is  the highest Chakra represents our ability to be fully connected spiritually. It’s located at the very top of the head. Here is where your  inner and outer beauty, our connection to spirituality, pure bliss emotions lay.
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The Daily: Honey Sanson

Victoria's favorite items today are our Honey Sanson leather wrap bracelets with druzy stones! These are great accessories to layer wrap bracelets with, as well as with a watch. Find these at our La Jolla store! :)

Saturday, March 23, 2013

Style Inspiration: 25 Ways to Wear a Scarf



With over 17 Million views on YouTube this is a must watch styling video by one of our favorite bloggers Wendy's Lookbook, check it out!

PL Happening: Spring Preview Party Today!



Our Spring Preview Party is today! Stop by either store and receive 10% off your ENTIRE purchase today only! Enjoy some snacks and pink champagne and get styled in all the new spring merch!

Our store director and lead stylist, Ellie and Katie, are in Solana ready to style your new spring look!
Visit Chelsea in La Jolla as well to get styled with our new beautiful spring items :)

Inspiration: Books We Love


It's always nice to have that special book that you just can't put down. Our new favorite book to read is inspired by our CEO and Fashion Director Jenny Livits and Head Buyer Kara Crow Hatch.  The 7 Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra is a MUST read.  The two close friends discovered this book on a meditation and yoga retreat they went on together after a buying trip at the Chopra Center in Carlsbad, CA.

This book is a life changer that will open your eyes to new possibilities, new ways to view and react to the daily happenings in our lives and most importantly, a better way of living with grace. Spiritual health and self-love is crucial to living our best lives at our utmost human potential.  This book will surely aid in encouraging you to live happier, more peaceful, balanced and with more joy. 

We recommend you buying the pocket version to keep in your purse.  Read a chapter a day for 7 days and then read the last page summary of every chapter each day starting Sunday with the Law of Pure Potentiality and so forth as a daily refresher. The laws will become engrained in you and become your daily mantras.


 "It's an easy read to meditate to in the morning and evening, remembering the laws each day. Truly a life –changer!  Kara and my favorite day is Wednesday – The Law of Least Effort. "
- Jenny Livits

“This book keeps me on track every single day and inspires me to be the best person I was meant to be.  I keep it in my purse to reference all the time and it truly has made a world of difference.”  -Kara Crow Hatch

We hope this book changes your lives as it did ours and that you continue to spread the LOVE and PEACE of it’s message.  Thank you Deepak J
 Xoxo
Jenny & Kara
Get this book by Deepak Chopra here

Friday, March 22, 2013

Fashion: Spring Preview with Nubry

Check out our Spring Preview tomorrow at both our stores. This look was styled by one of the stylists at Nubry.com. Blazer is by DVF, the dress is by Joie, the multi-tube bracelet is by Gillian Julius :)

Fashion: New Haute Hippie in La Jolla

Check out Courtney in the new merch in La Jolla, The gorgeous Haute Hippie jacket, Koral jeans and Missoni pumps (on SALE)!

The Daily: Spring has Arrived

Beautiful new spring colors just in time for SPRING PREVIEW this Saturday in La Jolla and Solana Beach!

Health: Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water


Look of the Week: Day Time Chic

Create a day time chic look by adding a tailored blazer over a plain white tee, and flair jeans. Add a statement necklace to complete the look! Wear this outfit with wedges or pumps :)

Daily Om: Yellow Miracles

Almost nothing else represents the emergence of spring as the beloved yellow daffodil happy and bright after a long winter's nap.


Some things on this earth look as if they were designed to bring happiness to the hearts of humans. The daffodil, with its bright yellow coloring and green stem, is one such creation. The daffodil makes its appearance in the spring, abundant and inexpensive, bringing gladness as sure as sunshine itself to whoever is lucky enough to receive a single stem, or a bunch, of these delicate yellow miracles. It is as if the sun has shed a layer of skin and fashioned a flower out of it. 

Color psychologists suggest that too much yellow can be too stimulating, but in small doses it inspires hope and good cheer. The daffodil is a perfect-sized package of yellow for anyone feeling glum or energetically low. It can spur us to action or simply imbue us with a feeling of optimism as it vibrantly glows in our homes or on our desks at work. The daffodil’s presence is ideal in any region where sunshine is scarce as it seems to carry the sun in the soft flesh of its petals. The bulbs are not expensive, and the flowers give so much that you may decide to plant a few in your yard or in a window box. Then again, you may simply wait until they arrive in neat little bundles in the grocery store or flower shop. They are usually very reasonably priced, so you can afford to spoil yourself, and those you love, with a large bouquet. 

A daffodil placed under the windshield wiper of a loved one’s car says, “Be happy! Spring has sprung! I love you!” A collection of stems gathered and placed in a Mason jar can be left on someone’s doorstep to remind them of the simple beauties that abound in this life. Don’t forget to bless yourself with a vase of these bright blossoms on your kitchen table or nightstand. Every time you see them, you will be filled with the happiness and warmth of the sun.


Item of the Week: Maison Scotch

This week's item of the week is our Maison Scotch vest! This is a must have item that will go with any casual to "dinner date" look. Wear this with a maxi skirt and tee for a boho chic look! Switch it up and pair this vest with skinny jeans, high boots and a silk blouse for a night ;)

The Daily: Spring

We are so excited for spring to finally be here! More dresses, skirts, shorts and fun sandals! Not to mention all the beautiful pastels and vibrant colors to brighten up a day this season in the trend forecast. Hello spring :)

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Fashion: Rebecca Taylor

Brighten up your classic wrap dress by adding a touch of blue tweed by Rebecca Taylor. This jacket can electrify any look from drab, to absolutely fab ;) 

Fashion: Look of the Week

Look of the Week: Eclectic and boho casual outfit. Minnie rose peach dress, free people denim jacket, Sonia rykiel crossbody and missoni Sandals. Accessorize with a chan Luu wrap and necklace. Love it!!

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

The Daily: Sonia Rykiel

Courtney and Ellie's favorite Duo today is the NEW timeless Sonia Rykiel "crossbody" and the Sonia Rykiel studded flat!!!

Health: Foods We Love

Feed your body well with this delicious recipe from Whole Foods
Ingredients: 
  • 4 (6 ounce) cans albacore tuna, drained well
  • 1 (14 ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell or piquillo peppers
  • 3/4 cup sliced Greek olives
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped basil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaMethod: 
    Put all ingredients into a large bowl and gently fold together until well combined. Serve on sliced bread as a sandwich or spoon over a green salad.
    Nutritional Info: 
    PER SERVING:240 calories (120 from fat), 14g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 50mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g dietary fiber, 1g sugar), 20g proteinise
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste


Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Fashion: Wildfox Feathers

Katie shows us how to wear our fave wildfox feather printed tee with a simple flannel, booties and distressed skinny jeans. This is a great day time look that is cute and comfortable! 

The Daily: Victoria's Favorite Item

Victoria's favorite item of the day today is our Simply Kasia druzy stone rings. Their design is so delicate and unique, making them a one of a kind feminine accessory to add to your jewelry collection. Their daintiness makes with compatible with any other jewelry pieces you may love to wear on the daily!