In the Desert

I've come down with a mild case of wanderlust, and I can't help but reminisce about my trip to Palm Springs in early 2011. The warm temperatures, endless palm trees, mid-century architecture, relaxed resortwear, clusters of scenic windmills, and laid-back lifestyle all appeal to my inner traveler. Not to mention the mind-boggling selection of snacks at Hadley Fruit Orchards, the friendly

Saturday Soirées

I spent my Saturday evening hopping to various events around L.A., and the d.RA Clothing sample sale was my first stop. Hosted by a handful of popular bloggers in collaboration with Lookbook.nu, it was a high energy shopping party. With a strong mix of fall 2011 and spring 2012 clothing from dRA and Kasil Workshop, jewelry by Social Grace, shoes by Seychelles, and various snacks and beverages

Shopping at the Ventura Flea Market

Today must have been my lucky day, since I not only found the exact type of kimono I was looking for at the Ventura Flea Market, but I also managed to avoid the unusually rainy weather that began shortly after I left. The vendor and shopper turnout was better than usual, and oddly enough, although the Ventura Flea Market only takes place 6 times per year, it has rained on the last three.

10 Things To Do When In Rome

1. Follow the local custom by ordering pizza and eating it with a knife and fork.
2. Don't be intimidated by the aggressive Roman drivers and follow the advice of one of my tour guides by saying a prayer each time you cross the street.
3. Eat gelato and savor a refreshing cappuccino as an afternoon snack.
4. Tour the Colosseum, admire its architecture, and soak in its hundreds of years of history

Berried

I spent some time this weekend at the Strawberry Festival in Oxnard. You may remember some of my photos from last year's festival. This year, I sampled the strawberry pizza again, and also tried the D.I.Y. strawberry shortcake, which is fun to make. I've since learned that eating a minimal breakfast before going and taking the shuttle (to avoid parking inconveniences) make for a better

Roaming in Rome

Ciao! My absence from Fashion Trend Guide can be explained by a short trip to Rome and London earlier this month. Although I'm quite jet lagged and still recovering from the 8-9 hour time difference, I wanted to post a few of my favorite photos. Highlights from the trip include: exploring and getting lost in the endless piazzas and narrow, cobblestone streets of Rome, touring the Vatican along