Go Go Gwen

Anyway, moving right along...I just opened my new issue of Harper's Bazaar and gasped aloud.  Have you seen Gwen Stefani on the cover?  I'm so excited to see Gwen in some new photos.  She's one of my favorite celebrities, because of her down-to-earth style, and the fact that she's from Anaheim, CA, about 20 minutes from me.  She even worked at Disneyland, did you know that?  She's definitely a style icon and looks amazing, maybe even better than she did when she was 25?  You be the judge.

Photos of Gwen Stefani by Terry Richardson for Harper's Bazaar

Have a great Wednesday friends!

Dior Resort Wear 2013

I've been a bit MIA since Friday and hate to miss posts...but I've been down with first a horrible migraine, and then a stomach bug of sorts, so I've had to take it a bit easy.  I hope you all had a great weekend.  I did a little river rafting.  It was a blast.  Check out the photo below.  Although we're on our way to Fall, the designers are still showing us what they have planned for 2013.  I can't wait to see the Christian Dior pieces in person.  Take a look at these vintage-inspired frocks!

Photo courtesy of Kori Donahue for Blonde Episodes

All photos courtesy of Vogue Magazine for Christian Dior Resort Wear 2013

Fashion Friday Street Style Meets Accessories

(Natalie--Pants: Citizens of Humanity, Shirt: Charley, Bag: Lanvin)

Good morning all!  I'm sorry I couldn't get the Fashion Friday post up last night.  I've been a bit behind with a 2-day migraine and had to get caught up.  I'd love for you to link up with me below, just follow the instructions and be a part of the fun! Street style is one of my favorite things.  I love when magazines or bloggers catch amazing fashion on the street and stop to take a photo.  Elle Magazine did just that, but this time they focused on the amazing accessories these hipsters were wearing in NYC.  Check out some of the fun looks:

(Lauren--Bracelets: David Yurman, Cartier, Ring: Vintage, her grandmother's, Prada, Belt: Vintage Paul Stuart, Jeans: Haute Hippie, Jacket: Rag and Bone)

(Blake--I'm dying over that western ring! T-Shirt: Her husbands, Bag: Calvin Klein)

(Ilse--Bag: Balenciaga, Watch: Rolex, Shorts: Hudson, Jacket: Rebecca Minkoff)

(Ashley--Bag: Vlieger and Vandam, Rings: House of Harlow, Elizabeth and James, Cuff: Yosef,  Dress: Urban Outfitters)

(Rhia--Bag: Etsy, Dress: Vintage, Necklace: From India)

(Peri--Rings: From an Israel Flea Market, Bag: Proenza Schouler.  I love those rings!)

(Ashley--Bag: Sports Girl, Dress: Vintage.  This is one of my favorite looks!)

(Cookie--Sunglasses: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Shorts: Mink Pink, Top: Isabel Marant.  How amazing is that bag?)

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All photos courtesy of Elle Magazine

The Last of the Summer Abs

I can't believe it's August already.  As teachers, we live for summer, only to have them fly by and before you know it we're back to school.  I haven't spent much time by the pool this summer, I admit sadly, but I know some of you are getting your last minute tans on.  With that being said, here's some inspiration for you to get those bikinis on and enjoy the last few weeks of summer.

And, in case you're looking, what better way to enhance that gorgeous stomach then with a silver belly ring?  I'm dying for either of these.  What do you think?

Photos courtesy of Pinterest and Fresh Trends

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Olympic Legend Nadia Comaneci

Did you catch the U.S. girls take gold last night in the gymnastics category?  How exciting was that??!!!  I've mentioned that gymnastics is my favorite of all the events, so I was thrilled to see them win last night.  I did feel really sorry for Russia though.  Those girls put their heart and soul into the competition and to watch it slip away has to be devastating.  

Growing up, I was infatuated with Nadia Comaneci.  I was born the year she captured the first perfect 10 in her event (1976).  When Comaneci won, she was just 14 years old.  Competing for Romania, she had no idea at the time what she was accomplishing.  Take a look at Nadia and her thoughts on her career.

It's been 36 years since her winning routine.  Want to see it?

Amazing right?  I still don't think there is any gymnast as talented as Nadia Comaneci.

And Nadia today...she looks beautiful.

All photos and info courtesy of CNN

"You have to have a lot of passion for what you do, to be able to work hard and to have a lot of motivation because you're going to go to places that you're never going to believe." -- Nadia Comaneci