Blonde Episodes: Gobsmacked by Gwen

It's Saturday already? Where did my Spring Break go? Oh well, 6 weeks from yesterday and I'm on summer break, but who's counting?

I've always loved Gwen Stefani. Maybe it's because she's a fellow Southern California girl, maybe it's her down-to-earth personality, or maybe it's just her amazing style and oh those red lips! Whatever the case, I've always admired how she was able to pretty much stay out of the spotlight over the years, maintaining a sense of normalcy.

Gwen and the band, No Doubt have a record coming out soon. I can't wait to see if their style has changed on this album. They used to be ska...does anyone even remember what ska is?

Will you buy the new album? What's your favorite Gwen or No Doubt song?

**All photos by Dusan Reljin for April 2011 Elle Magazine

Also, some really great news! My novel comes out a week from yesterday, this Friday, May 6th!!!! I'm so excited to release the title and artwork to you this week. I'm even hoping to get it uploaded to Amazon earlier than Friday, but time will tell. I'm so thankful for all the wonderful support I've been given throughout the months (and years) with the process. You are all so great and I don't know what I'd do without the blogging community...so to give you a hint...the title is: Murder _____ _____.

I know, I'm terrible...I can only give you a piece for now! Have a great Saturday all!

Blonde Bits By Marilyn

"Ever notice that 'what the hell' is always the right decision?"

"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius, and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring."

"If you can make a girl laugh, you can make her do anything."

"The real lover is the man who can thrill you by kissing your forehead or smiling into your eyes or just staring into space."

"We should all start to live before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets."

"I don't mind living in a man's world, as long as I can be a woman in it."

"We are all of us stars, and we deserve to twinkle."

"I want to grow old without facelifts. I want to have the courage to be loyal to the face I have made."

"Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about."

"All a girl really wants is for one guy to prove to her that they are not all the same."

"A career is wonderful but you can't curl up with it on a cold night."

"If you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best."

20 comments:

Lindsay // Vineyard Loveknots said...: One of my first concerts was No Doubt in 1997! Tragic Kingdom. I glued rhinestones to my bra straps to copy her.
Can't wait for your book, how exciting!; April 30, 2011 at 10:49 AM
Claire Kiefer said...: I'm not really a No Doubt fan--just not my type of music, but Gwen is really pretty (and her husband is HOT!). I think this may be the first time I've seen her without bright red lips!; April 30, 2011 at 11:01 AM
Bobbi said...: I love Gwen! She looks gorgeous in these pictures!; April 30, 2011 at 11:05 AM
Ruby said...: Of course loved this post! And yes will buy new CD. Congrats on the upcoming release of your book!; April 30, 2011 at 11:07 AM
Unknown said...: Of course I know ska :D I used to be such a big No Doubt fan in high school - I almost dyed my hair pink.This is such a wonderful post :); April 30, 2011 at 12:13 PM
Michelle said...: She is just so beautiful! I love when she rocks the red lips and keeps the rest of her makeup neutral! Gorgeous!; April 30, 2011 at 4:22 PM
christine donee said...: she's ridiculously gorgeous. And I love some old-school No Doubt... makes my heart happy.; April 30, 2011 at 4:36 PM
InesT said...: She looks stunning!!

Have a gorgeous fashionable day <3
XOXO
IT *; April 30, 2011 at 4:54 PM
Anonymous said...: I love No Doubt! I can't wait for the new album. I really hope they stick with the same style. I love Gwen :) She is gorgeous. I love that she doesn't conform to anyone.

Soooo your book comes out in a few days!!!! How excited are you??; April 30, 2011 at 5:28 PM
Jessica said...: I love Gwen and No Doubt! I saw them a couple of years ago and they were really good! I think my favorite song of theirs is Spiderwebs; whenever I hear it on the radio I always turn it up and sing along at the top of my lungs.; April 30, 2011 at 6:07 PM
Lindsey said...: So excited for you and your novel! I can't wait to see more about it. I love Gwen's style, especially her make-up. She's so gorgeous.; April 30, 2011 at 6:52 PM
In the Light of the Moon said...: Kori,Congrats on the new book comming out!!Gwen has one of a kind style,really beautiful,unique and fun!!Hugs,Cat; April 30, 2011 at 8:26 PM
Carrie said...: Hi Kori! thank you for the lovely comments on my blog! Love your too! What great photos of Gwen...I am big fan of hers too! I too love that she is a southern cally girl!
XO Carrie
www.carriefabulous.com; April 30, 2011 at 10:43 PM
Vannessa@Luxuria said...: Congrats on the novel sweetheart! I can't wait to see/read it.; May 1, 2011 at 2:29 AM
Anonymous said...: LOVE Gwen!!!! No Doubt brings back so many memories from middle/high school!!

I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOUR NOVEL!!!!!!!! I'm sure you are beyond excited...so much hard work is paying off, girl!!

AND 6 weeks til summer break?! Best feeling in the world!!

I hope you're having a great weekend!!

xoxo
Jess; May 1, 2011 at 6:59 AM
Jami - XOimagine said...: congrats Kori! That is so amazing!! I'm very proud of you!!

XO - Jami
i m a g i n e; May 1, 2011 at 7:43 AM
Meg O. said...: I have always loved Gwen. She looks amazing in these photos!

Also, congratulations on your novel! I'll definitely support you an buy a copy!; May 1, 2011 at 4:30 PM
C said...: I absolutely love No Doubt. They are my favorite band in the world. And Gwen is so talented and always classy and gorgeous and has the family thing all figured out too. She’s pretty amazing.; May 1, 2011 at 7:50 PM
Jessie said...: My first concert was No Doubt for the Tragic Kingdom album. I have every No Doubt album and Gwen's solo stuff on my IPOD. I love that she changes her look, but never to much. She always stays true to herself. She is a great role model! Yes, I will buy the new album.; May 3, 2011 at 8:48 AM
Margarita Bloom said...: Gwen looks oh, so gorgeous here! I want that leather jacket!!; May 4, 2011 at 8:10 PM