celebrating love xoxox

This year marks my 4th Valentine's Day with my wonderful fiancé Dennis! Here is a look back at how he spoils me each & every Valentines day! xoxox

As you can see, we never go out to a restaurant for Valentines day, it is always a romantic gourmet meal ~ served at home with champagne, flowers, and usually some chocolate! XoxOxoX!!!

Surreal Dreams . .

From the very first time I laid eyes on these magical surreal paintings, I became a fan of the Russian born artist Vladimir Kush. His images are otherworldly ~ and at the same time ~ hauntingly familiar! Enjoy xox

The Departure of the Winged Ship ~ by Vladimir Kush

Candle ~ by Vladimir Kush

Haven ~ by Vladimir Kush

Webmaster ~ by Vladimir Kush

Arrival of the Flower Ship ~ by Vladimir Kush

Metamorphosis ~ by Vladimir Kush

His poetic style and dreamy imagery have lingered in my mind. We are fortunate to have one of his galleries right here in Laguna Beach, so I can pop in frequently to see this latest creations. To view more of this amazing artists work, go to http://www.vladimirkush.com

Rooms you'll remember

Originality stands out and is not easily forgotten ~ here are a few examples:

This dining table is MAGIC!

Walls, check, Flooring, check, Ceiling, check, they covered all the bases in this space!

Definite punch in these rooms - carpet, accent chairs, Art - love it!

Taking things to the next level - unforgettable style!

Some things I like to LOOK at!

Just a few photos I've snapped along the WAY . . . . .

. . . . well, obviously I didn't snap this one (but the rest :)

My baby turtle all grown up ~ swimming with the big fish now!

Hotel du Cap during a visit to Cannes

Window shopping in Paris

Jennifer's shoes!

A visit to Crater Lake in Oregon

My favorite sea creature!

Gorgeous wall garden in Avignon, France

Tiffany Store Front on 5th Ave. in NYC

My crazy shewolf!

View of the Plaza from the Apple store on 5th Ave.

I never get tired of looking at this . . . 

~ Horses lend us the wings we lack . . .

As an early Valentine's gift, my honey took me to see Cavalia in LA last night! What an amazing show! The horses in their troop were such exquisite creatures in every sense. It was so beautiful to watch the amazing bond that the trainers had with these exceptional animals. The pictures grasp only a tiny bit of the splendor that this show embodied!!

The show is currently in Burbank until February 27, If you have a chance - check it out, you will not be disappointed! You can order tickets @ http://www.cavalia.net

OMG! Jane Aldridge!

Just discovered this distinctive style maker and her amazing blog ~ SEA OF SHOES! It is hard to believe an 18 year old could have such style and fashion fearlessness! Bravo to Jane Aldridge

Here is a sampling of her to-die-for shoe collection. Her blog is a must see http://seaofshoes.typepad.com/

Frolic'n with fashions

A week in the wardrobe ~ lunch dates + meetings = dresses!

I just adore this purple confection of a dress from Twelve Layers paired with large scale grey fishnets, Calvin Klein heels and topped off with my vintage purple hat.

This is my favorite blouse - I have had it for years and unfortunately cut the scratchy tag out at some point, so I no longer know who made it! But this fun little shirt was a fabulous find at Forever 21!

This sassy little dress is from Sara Berman - I LOVE the crazy print with magic mushrooms!

This lacy dress from Laundry has been in my closet for a while, but I am still not tired of it! Here I paired it with a vintage chamois and this great old hat a friend gave me!

I feel so pretty in this lovely Rodarte dress I recently picked up at Wasteland in LA (my favorite store!)

For more fashion fun, check out my updates on THROUGH THE WARDROBE!

A taste for the exotic!

a few delicious "spicy dishes" to inspire your weekend wardrobe!

in the bedroom

The most intimate of rooms, where we are able to be our most vulnerable . . . 

playing dress-up at the beach . . .

Last week I was asked by the talented photographer (and my good friend) Ingie Markovich to do a photo shoot ~ I was thrilled with her unique approach and dramatic style ~ she titled this album "Annie's Wonderland" quite fitting I think!

all photos by Ingie Markovich

I jump at any opportunity to wear one of my many wigs and dress up in outfits I might not have an occasion to wear under "normal" circumstances! I think its clear from the photos ~ I'm having a blast!! Thanks again Ing!! XOxo