My Fashion Guide To Coachella 2014

13 days and counting until I'm on a plane and heading to Palm Springs, CA for Coachella. Great music, beautiful people, celebs, pool parties, and 87 degree weather..it doesn't get much better than that. It is crucial for any girl to plan her outfits for Coachella. That is why I've included my "must have" list prior and during what is soon to be one of the best weekends of my life.

1. Frankbod Coffee Scrub -$14.95

If you're NOT living in California and you're not a year long bronzed goddess, life can be difficult. I know going from Texas weather to being in a bikini in the sun for 4 days will not be the greatest on my skin. That is where Frank comes in. Frankbod is HEAVEN sent. It is a coffee scrub that smooths out skin, decreases appearance of cellulite, and gives your skin a nice beautiful glow with essential vitamins and minerals. If you're gonna be rockin a bikini week long, Frankbod is crucial.

2. Free People Apres Ski Aviator- $18.00

If you're anything like me, I loose sunglasses ALL the time. Which is exactly why I will not be bringing my Ray Bans to Coachella. It's inevitable that I will be dancing to Empire Of The Sun or Outkast and the next thing I know my glasses are no longer there and that's $200 down the drain. Free People makes some amazingly cute aviator glasses (I prefer the blue) that I will be purchasing for Coachella.




3. Stone Cold Fox-Holy Tube Top- $308

I'm a die hard fan of Stone Cold Fox. Unfortunately, since my parents no longer pay for my clothes I can't afford $300 tops anymore. Tough life. If you can afford this beautiful Holy Tube, it is the perfect top for Coachella. However, if you can't..all hope is not lost. I found a very similar looking top on Sabo Skirt that I love for only $50.






4. LF Daisy Strap Bralet- $65

 With temps averaging the high 80's/90's...it's inevitable majority of people will be wearing little to no clothing. This usually disgusts me about festivals, because no one wants to see a chick who shouldn't be wearing a crop top in a crop top. There are ways to stay cool and not look like a complete slut, and that's where the LF Daisy Bralet comes in. It's not a straight up bra or just pasties and is really cute paired with white lace shorts or a skirt.




5.Stone Cold Fox-Bloom Jumper: $275

    
 The Stone Cold Fox Bloom Jumper might be my favorite piece of clothing I own. Day time during coachella usually consists of pool parties then everyone heads to the festival later in the afternoon. You never know what party you might end up at after, so make sure to bring a back up "go to" outfit.









6. Child of Wild Jewelry: $98

 It's all about the turquoise jewelry. shopplanetblue.com and freepeople.com have some great stuff. The more the better....just don't lose it while you're raging to Ellie Goulding.








7. Vix Swimwear: $164  

 I'm a huge Vix swimwear fan. They have the most flattering swim suits out of majority of brands i've tried. L*Space, Acacia Swim and Luli Fama are among my other favorites. Pool parties is half of the fun of Coachella so it's crucial to have some great bikinis. Check out thegirlandthewater.com, you can't go wrong.

Song Of The Day: Stay With Me- Sam Smith

You might recognize the name Sam Smith from Disclosures popular song "Latch." Well he's come out with a new single called "Stay With Me" and I find his voice absolutely mesmerizing. He has kind of a John Legend feel and i'm diggin it. Excited to see what else he has to come.

GUY TIP #6: 18 Things Every Man Should Know To Do

The fact that I even have to write this list is incredibly disappointing. Way to go guys. While many people say chivalry is dead, I think that has to contribute to growing up on the west coast. If I didn’t go to college in Texas and experience the south, I think all hope for the male species would be lost. Sadly, some southern boys don’t even have it down. The ones who do, I applaud you. The ones who don’t, continue reading. WARNING: Women may become more attracted to you after reading this list. 

1. Cut the texting bullshit. Learn to pick up the phone and call her. That shows confidence, girls like confidence.
2.   Invest in a tailored suite. You look like an idiot with your oversized blazer from Men’s Warehouse. Do us all a favor and google Johannes Huebl. That is how you should dress. Follow @johanneshuebl on Instagram.
3.  Learn to take control in certain situations. If you ask her out to dinner, pick a restaurant and make a reservation. When you get to the restaurant, ask what she wants and order for her..it’s sexy.
4. If you don’t know anything about wine, it’s time to learn. You’re in the big leagues now.
5. This is mostly for all the west coast “boys” I know…but ALWAYS open the door for a woman whether you want to have sex with her or not. It’s the polite thing to do.
6. When you’re picking a girl up for a date, get out of your car and open the door for her. I forget that this isn’t the norm when I go home to California. And god forbid you ever honk your horn for a girl to come out…
7.  Never ask a girl if you can kiss her. If it feels right, she seems into it, and you feel comfortable..just go for it. Nothing turns a girl off more then a self conscious guy.
8. If you invite a girl to go out with you and your friends, make sure you introduce her to people. If you don’t want to introduce her, then don’t invite her out with your friends. Simple.
9.  I feel bad about this one, but if you’re a guy it’s both a burden and a responsibility to buy a girl a drink at the bar. We have to give birth; the least you can do is buy a drink. Don’t be cheap.
10.  I’m sure you’ve heard otherwise, but don’t play games. If you sincerely like a girl, just be straight up.
11. Talking about what your dad does and the car he bought you…not attractive. Talking about how you started your own business or moved up in your company…very attractive.
12. If you take a girl on a date, don’t check out other girls. She should be your main focus. If you can’t do that, then you shouldn’t be taking her on a date.
13.  Always wait to make sure a girl gets into her house ok before you take off.
14.   Brush your teeth..please.
15. Don’t take tips on how to be “physical” with a woman from the pornos you watch late at night. I promise it won’t be good.  If you don’t know what the hell you’re doing..figure it out. 
16. Don't be rude to waiters. It makes you look like an arrogant asshole. 
17. Compliment her if it's sincere. Don't be afraid of saying what you feel or what's on your mind out of fear of not looking "man enough."
18. Be spontaneous. No one likes a boring guy who just wants to sit home and watch movies every weekend. Movie nights can be fun, but a spontaneous weekend trip is even more fun. 

You're welcome...

Happy Humpday

Happy hump day yall. It's a great day, and boy is there a lot to look forward to. It's spring, Coachella is in 2 weeks, and then summer will be here before we know it. My summer last year might have been the best time of my life. I'm so beyond ready to put the winter clothes away and go full blown summer mode. Who else is with me? Here are 4 pretty incredible songs to get you over the hump in your week, and get you excited for all the fun festivities to come.

1. Dirty Harry- Gorillaz (PINEO Remix)

2. Sun Models- ODESZA 3.Skinny Love- Vanic remix 4.Take Your Time-Candym&n 5. Bennie & The Jets- Miguel ft. Wale

23 Lessons I've Learned in 23 years

As Blink 182 once said..no one likes you when you're 23. St.Patricks day marked my 23rd birthday,  and i'm hoping the reason for Blink-182 saying that is just because it's the best time of your life that people hate you out of pure jealousy. I have a feeling that's not true... Well considering I thought I had life figured out at age 13, there have been a lot of lessons I've learned along the way. It's been almost a full year since graduating from college and being on my own, that alone makes you learn a lot of lessons...like spending $50 at sushi on Tuesday "just because" is no longer acceptable. Yeah, there have been a lot of harsh realities financially since my parents cut me off, but while knowing how to budget yourself on your Mint app is a great lesson, these are 23 lessons I've found most valuable throughout the years:

1. Learn to love yourself. At the end of the day, if you don't love yourself you don't have much.
2. A hot bath and cup of tea can cure anything.
3. Hard work always pays off in one way or another.
4. Good music is the best medicine. Live music could be the cure for cancer.
5. Take care of your body, you only get one.
6. Laugh. And don't be afraid to laugh at yourself.
7. Nothing good happens after 2am.
8. Don't waste your time worrying over things you can't control.
9. Hot sauce can make any meal better.
10.  Life’s too short to keep negative people around in your life

11. Vodka water..extra lime.

12. Know what you deserve, and don’t settle for anything but that.

13. Having designated “me” time at least once a week is crucial for anyone’s sanity in life.

14. If you don’t like something, change it and move on.

15. Great wine, food, music, & friends..what life is about.

16. Take every chance you get to travel

17. You will never be able to please everyone. The only approval you need in life is your own.

18. God has a plan, always.

19. Get off your phone and keep face to face conversation and relationships alive.

20. God gave you two ears and one mouth for a reason.

21. Never trust a guy who cares more about what he looks like then you do.

22. Live alone at least once in your life.

23. Learn the value of "DGAFing" 

Cheers to 23 years, and many great more to come. 

Song Of The Day: All I Really Need- Vindata feat Kenzie May

California is Always a Good Idea

I don't think I've ever needed a break from reality more in my life. I know that I'm so blessed, so I hate complaining because my problems seem so small compared to the rest of the world. But wow, I've never craved the smell of the ocean air like I do now. I never understood why my Dad would complain about sleeping at night because he was so stressed. Well its day 7 now of me not being able to fall asleep at night because I simply can't turn my mind off. I've become so consumed in work, but it has finally paid off with the biggest deal I've ever made since working at CBS. Thank you Jesus. On top of my work load, I have been dealing with other "issues" in my life with friendships,relationships,etc and the other day I was feeling borderline close to a break down. That coming from a girl who always has it "together," is not normal for me. So that is why my parents were nice enough to book me a trip back to California this weekend. I'm flying into San Fransisco, going to one of my favorite restaurants in the city, then heading straight to my beach house after for 5 days. Halle-fricken-lujah There is nothing a beach run to Pixie Deli for a breakfast burrito and coffee can't fix. Bike rides, beach walks, poke salad, surfing, and spending time with my family could not sound better. Comin for ya Cali.

1. Modelyk- Moderat ft. Lykke Li (Laz Arus Bootleg Remix)

2. Pictures Remix- Flic Flac & Bearson