Vision Boards x Hot Chocolate

All of the craziness of the holidays is just about dying down as we look forward to the new year. I for one am excited about what 2013 will bring. I truly believe that positivity is the best gift you can give yourself, especially in this uncertain, trying world we live in. Vision boards are great tools to use in order to create positivity in your life and track goals! I made one last year and I couldn't believe that it actually worked! One day I decided to sit down and cut out pictures of the things I wanted: (1) more money, (2) my own place, (3) a healthier lifestyle; etc... (very typical "new year's resolutions). I pasted them on a piece of large construction paper and wrote captions for all of the pictures. I didn't  pray over the vision board or meditate or do any ritual with it. I didn't even hang it up. Every now and then, I just picked it up and looked at it to remind myself of the things I was working toward. It didn't hit me until this month that majority of those pictures have become "real-life pictures" for me. I think there is some type of universal, metaphysical power in narrowing down your goals and putting them on paper. 

 

So that's what I'm doing tonight. Thinking of 4-6 goals I want to accomplish in 2013 and cutting out pictures that represent these goals while sipping on hot coco and listening to uplifting and romantic music : ) You should try it! What are YOUR goals? What's your vision? 

Ok, I'm done being Oprah now... Happy Holidays! 

xoxo,

Alessandra

Gucci x Blake

I've been on a blogging hiatus for a while, but it feels so good to be back! : ) I pray that all of you have had an amazing start to the holiday season! Below I've embedded the gorgeous Blake Lively in her stunning Gucci debut. I love Gucci's fragrances and I'm sure the Gucci Premiere fragrance is nothing short of sensual. 

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Worn Magazine Launch Party at the Capitol Skyline Hotel - Sunday, September 30th

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Be the first to get the new issue and preview WornAbroad, a new online shopping experience. If you've enjoyed the style and great photography of the Seersucker Social and the DC Tweed Ride you are going to love Worn Magazine and WornAbroad.com. (excerpt from gregslistdc.com)

Price: $20 (includes copy of Issue 4 and copies of any previous issues while supplies last)

Music by DJ Jahsonic

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fashion x home decor

Fashion and home decor definitely go hand in hand. I will be moving in about a week and am super excited about decorating my first apartment! So much so that I've been losing sleep over what color curtains I'll purchase and whether my dining room table will be wood or glass. A little much? Possibly, but there really is nothing like moving into your first place! 

My original idea for my apartment's color scheme was to go with light neutrals and bold golds with coral and/or pink accents. The fashion gods confirmed my plan. I was so inspired when I saw Alexandre Vauthier's Couture 2012 collection. Now I have a pretty good idea of how I will want my apartment to look. Take a look at some of the pieces from his collection and some corresponding photos of some beautiful homes decorated in whites and golds. (These outfits also remind me of Great Britain's 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony outfits, no?)

 

Don't miss this event! Glamourina Launch Party

Pool party anyone?

Glamourina, the hottest fashion and beauty lifestyle blog in our nation's capitalis making a splash with our relaunch pool party Sunday August 12,2012, 1-5pm at the Doubletree Bethesda's rooftop pool! Admission isFREE.99! (Must be on the Guestlist)

"SizzlingSundays capture everything that's remarkable about summer includinggreat food, outdoor entertainment, socializing, and relaxation," says Meaghan McKissic, Bethesda resident and Editor in Chief of Glamourina.com.

The Doubletree Bethesda is the best place to unwind on the weekend andIt's the ONLY place where you can find DJ Art and the Doubletree'sown Chef Adam making sure you're rocking out to jams with a fullbelly of complimentary signature sliders and more! It provides theperfect backdrop while  making lasting connections networkingwith DMV bloggers, writers, and fashionistas!

For those looking to quench their thirst, the libations will be flowing,with special appearances in the past from Corona, Sam Adams, and JackDaniels to name a few. Expert mixologists will also serve up qualitydrinks at the cash bar.

Featuring stunning views of the nation's capital, the Doubletree Bethesda takessun worshiping to a higher level and is the ideal place to perfect atan surrounded by the exciting pulse of the city. Guests can cool offin the sparkling pool, stretch out on one of the premium loungechairs and more. It's like a pool party and shopping trip combinedinto one as jewelry designer Alexis of Razzle Dazzle Jewelry(http://www.blingisland.com/) and clothing designer Kevin Lattimore of Furture GenerationClothing (http://www.futuregenerationclothing.com/) set up shop to provide you with this season's hottest looks.

Get ready for the best Sizzling Sunday of the summer!  RSVPat glamourinalaunchparty.eventbrite.comto get on the guest list!!!!!!

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Excited for The Great Gatsby?

I am. I haven't read the book or anything (I'm planing to!), but I am very excited about the setting and therefore the fashion. Early 20th century fashion exudes class and prominence. Take a look at the trailer to see what I mean... 

Fashion Inspiration

Even though it's been abnormally hot, extremely muggy and really stormy lately (at least in the DC area), I am still inspired by these cheerful outfits put together by one of my favorite bloggers. Check out these summery 'fits from her site: