There’s something so magical, to me, about the tropics. If you’ve ever spent any amount of time with me, you’ll have heard me wax poetic about the rainforests in Australia and the dense forests outside of Hilo. Being back to my normal life in Southern California has left me with a void I need to fill. You can imagine how thrilled I was when I found out that less than a two hour drive from me was Balboa Park – a wonderland of textures and greenery that took me right back to th

One of the best things about my job is the ability to travel and work from anywhere. Husband and I like to call it “working free” – free from a desk, free from a set schedule, and free from a specific location. Being self employed often means working longer hours than a standard 40-hour work week, but with incredible views it’s easy to get lost in your projects and surroundings. The views also provide endless inspiration for outfits – and this suit is no exception. It’s incre

Byron Bay has to be one of the most unique places I’ve ever traveled to. It’s a Bohemian mecca of fresh faced women on floaty dress, surfer boys in board shorts and sea-salt filled hair. Needless to say, I embraced the minimalistic beauty look and kept my makeup to a minimum. Armed with an arsenal of Glossier products, I proudly wore a nearly-nude face with a touch of gloss, slightly combed brows and a light sheen on my cheekbones. But, you can take the girl out of LA, but yo

I am a die-hard bikini fan. I have SO many pieces that mix and match to create even more looks. They’re sexy, fun, cute, edgy… and none of them hold a candle to how sexy this one piece is from Simply Be. It proves that sometimes, more coverage in the right areas can be just as sexy as a bikini. I picked this up on a whim, thinking that this was going to be a pretty standard plus size black swimsuit that I could wear on days I felt bloated and not bikini-ready… but heck no! Va

As I’ve proved several times on the blog, I am a massive fan of palm tree prints. Maybe it’s due to watching California Dreams religiously while growing up. There’s just something about them – so tall and carefree – all the while reminding you that if you’re near a palm tree, you’re somewhere glamorous. I can remember being a kid and dreaming of living in a place where palm trees grew. The more snow we got in Montreal, the harder I wished for that tropical life. skirt via for