Birthday Wishlist

My birthday always sneaks up on me. Two weeks and counting! Below are a few things on my list. I'm really hoping for a new winter coat. No, Santa Monica hasn't gotten significantly colder in the last year but I'm planning on making quite a few trips to Boston and CT so I'll definitely need to be bundled up. Similarly, a new scarf and boots would be great. The bag of the moment I'm loving is the Balenciaga suede little number below. I love the black one but gray is also pretty darn cute. A couple fall tops and day dresses would round out my Fall wardrobe nicely. My friend, Morgan, has the huge Baies candle and it is so cool. 26 isn't such a big birthday so I probably won't get any of these things but there's always Christmas !! : ) 

Rails Custom Jean Jacket

Have you guys seen these Rails custom jean jackets?? I've seen a few bloggers wearing them and they are everything! They have two custom options, where most people are putting their names on the back, in either a navy and white or red and navy in a letterman style font. I would add a few smaller patches and then voile! Totally custom. What a great, fun layering piece. Get one here. P.S. sorry for the spotty posting, we're relaunching our new website over at JO so things have been crazy. Promise to post more in September!

via Something Navy

via Walk in Wonderland

Pre-Fall Favorites

How can I possibly think of Fall and coats and boats when it's about a million degrees out you ask?? Well, the Fall fashion, of course! For Fall, I'm coveting a great throw on, open coat like the shearling one or the gorgeous Giada Forte knit jacket below. I also love light neutrals in camel, cream and light gray along with best in class plaid. What are you looking to add to your Fall wardrobe?

Sleep-Well Essentials

I love a good night's sleep. Who doesn't?? I dream about getting in my bed at night and dozing off into the sunset. I mean, what's better than clean sheets amiright?!? Below is my list of sleep-well essentials. 

1. Extra comfy pajamas: I love pjs by Eberjey (like the light blue set below), Sleepy Jones, Cosabella (like the adorable navy printed ones below) and Splendid (my favorite pj pants are  from here). The softer the better. 

2. Linen Spray or Mist: When you're making your bed in the morning, spray some lavender linen spray on your sheets so when you get in at night, they smell heavenly. I've been using one from Common Goods in Lavender and they have a great Bergamot one too. I hear Elle Macpherson has a great "calming mist" that is also great for when you need a little spritz before a long airplane ride. 

3. Good sheets: Good sheets are essential. You spend about 1/3 of your life in bed, why not invest in the best? I love my Matouk sheets but there are some great sets from Hill House Home, Biscuit Bedding and more. Big fan of all white sheets but the Biscuit ones are so beautiful and bright. Also, a down comforter is a must. Even in the dead heat of summer, turn the AC down super low... Make sure you love your pillows and mattress too. You should swap them out every few years. 

4. Sleep-well tea: Speaking of Elle Macpherson, she has a great "sleep-well" tea that comes in a beautiful purple caddy. You can also pick some up at your local Whole Foods. 

5. A box fan: white noise, people!