Metallic Madness

Elizabeth and James $325

Brian Atwood $595

Manolo Blahnik $815

Chloe $450

Marc by Marc Jacobs $250

Dirty Laundry $80

I’m in love with the Metallic Madness that is happening right now. Inspired by the sci-fi realm, the lustrous sheen and shiny surfaces seem to be launching us into the future. Unlike anything in my shoedrobe, I for one am excited to incorporate these showstoppers into my wardrobe this Fall. Only one problem…I need a bigger closet. 

I am getting into a blogging routine now so look for a post everyday!

xoxo

Fair Frenzy

Top: Lucky (Borrowed)

Jeans: Citizens of Humanity 

Shoes: "Amped Up" Chinese Laundry

Ventura County Fair 

Spiral fries

Potatoes wrapped around a hot dog? Surprisingly yummy!

Ring: House of Harlow

Deep fried grilled cheese? 

Just don't do it!

Who doesn't love a county fair? The rides, the crazy food, the games (that are clearly impossible to win but you spend all your money anyways) ...the whole atmosphere is just something that cannot be missed. I make it a point to go to the fair at least once a year. Now I grew up in Orange County so I am accustomed to that fair, but this year I knew I was going to be in Santa Barbara. Once I saw the ferris wheel light up at night on my drive up there, I knew that is was the year for the Ventura County Fair.

I chose to keep my outfit simple. My favorite black skinnies by Citizens of Humanity, a light button down that I borrowed from my amazing roommate/best friend and I had to throw on these amazing heel-less platforms from Chinese Laundry. My blog is called High4heels for a reason! Sometimes I do not choose the most practical shoes; if I am feeling it with my outfit I wear it. (Don't worry I brought back up shoes in case.) Some people are frightened of the thought of heel-less platforms but they actually are not that terrifying. They are incredibly easy to walk in. The thick 2" platform takes on all the walking work.

Stay tuned for more!

xoxo

Viva La Fiesta!

 Top: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Pants: Ever

Shoes: Steve Madden

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs 

Rings: H&M, BCBGeneration 

Viva la fiesta! This was continuously chanted through the streets of Santa Barbara this past weekend. I was IN the moment I heard fiesta! So what is Santa Barbara's fiesta all about? It's basically like Cinco de Mayo but instead of celebrating on the 5th, they celebrate for 5 days! It makes sense right?!? Fiesta celebrates Santa Barbara's Spanish heritage with parades, el mercado, rodeos, traditional food and an another excuse to enjoy margaritas and cervezas all day long!

I wanted to dress festive for the occasion, so I decided to wear this printed Marc by Marc Jacobs tank with my favorite colored skinnies from Ever. We walked all around the city so I needed a good size cross body bag (and a place to store all my ammo) so I grabbed my favorite Marc by Marc bag. I finished the look with these cream Steve Madden sandals that are also suprisingly comfortable. They are such an easy sandal to take from day to night. 

My favorite part? (Besides the delicious drinks and big flowers in your hair) are these confetti filled eggs that you smash on other people's heads. I heard it was supposed to be for people you know but that wasn't really the case. Now let me tell you these aren't those plastic easter eggs you get every year in your basket. These were hollowed out egg shells filled with the kind of confetti that is impossible to clean up. Not to mention that they were decorated with little sombreros, hello kitty faces and dipped in a multitude of colors. The options were endless. Luckily they were stationed at every street corner in case I ran low. I got my assortment of multi-colored ones to throw at J and randomly toss into the crowds. But I couldn't toss the Nemo egg, I am keeping it as a memory of my first and hopefully not last fiesta!

This is the aftermath of fiesta. Confetti literally all over the city in every nook and cranny. Even the restaurants and bar floors were covered with layers and I can't even explain the traces left in the apartment. I probably brushed my hair 3 times and am still finding remnants. I am not complaining, I love it! I have no idea how they clean this up. I will have to check next weekend and see how much is still left behind. 

Stay tuned for more!

XOXO

Striped

Top: Kaitlyn 

Shorts: BCBGeneration

Sweater: Nordstrom

Bag: H&M

Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Bracelets: Gifted

Rings: H&M, Henri Bendel

Shoes: Sam Edelman 

Just another day in Santa Barbara...I love my weekends here. Days off with the boy are spent walking down State Street exploring the shops, trying the amazing food and checking out the local bars. It's definitely needed after a long week at work. 

Santa Barbara's weather is so unpredictable, I never know what to pack. This day was absolutely gorgeous, so I was so excited to break out my new shorts from BCBGeneration. I fell in love with the lace detail at the bottom and of course the pockets! I also loved them because these are easy to go from day or night and dress up or down. I decided to pair it with this striped button down I found at Kaitlyn.

Santa Barbara involves a lot of walking. I have definitely altered my shoe choices when up here. So the boy surprised me with these Sam Edelman sandals. The wedge height is perfect for all the walking we do and I am absolutely in love with the ankle strap. The silver strap at the toe make these easy to dress up as well. I seriously have been living in these ever since. 

Haiku for a Pair of Shoes!

 Chinese Laundry is hosting a giveaway! All you have to do is write a haiku about your favorite pair of Chinese Laundry shoes for a chance to win them! Any pair will do! Enter on Chinese Laundry's Facebook Page under the above picture.

A haiku is a Japanese poem that consists of three phrases in syllables of 5, 7, 5. (There is an example above on my favorite pair) Whoever gets the most "likes" wins. (Invite your friends to "like" Chinese Laundry's page and your post for a better chance to win). The winner will be announced on Friday at 12pm. Contest only open to U.S. residents. Enter here: http://on.fb.me/MIllFg Good luck!

P.S. Sorry I have been absent. I am overwhelmed with boxes and my new move and getting all the necessities (including Internet) but please stay tuned for new posts this weekend!

xoxo

We Bought a Zoo!

Some of the animals we got to see

I got to feed a giraffe!

Tank: Cotton On

Skirt: BCBGeneration

Belt: Forever21

Bag: H&M

Shoes: "Beka" by Dirty Laundry

After watching Matt Damon's, "We Bought a Zoo," (which is an amazingly cute movie) I had to go visit a zoo ASAP. So the very next day, the boy and I found ourselves at the Santa Barbara Zoo. I mean when is the last time you went to a zoo?!?

The Santa Barbara Zoo was unlike any other zoo I have been to. It wasn't so big that it was overwhelming and even overlooked the ocean. It was gorgeous! Not to mention the fact that I got to feed a giraffe! If you ever get the chance to, do it! It was only $6 so, I obviously jumped at the chance!

It was a nice sunny day in Santa Barbara so I chose to wear my favorite skirt from BCBGeneration. The picture is hard to see but there is a sheer lace overlay over some black lycra shorts. It's one of those skirts that's easy to dress up or down. I decided to wear my most comfortable pair of sandals from Dirty Laundry (Chinese Laundry's sister line). They are made out of lycra and spandex so they basically feel like a bathing suit is on your feet. If I was a total flats person I would wear these all day everyday. They come in every color, so I am definitely thinking about purchasing some more (p.s. they are only $50)  I even bought a pair for my friend that's on her European vacation right now and I know her feet can't thank me more!

Stay tuned for more!

xxo

And They Lived Happily Ever After...

Shauna & Benjamin 6.8.12

My place card! 

Oak Canyon Nature Center

Portobello & fried chicken slider with sweet potato fries compliments of gourmet food truck, The Tasting Spoon.

Ben

Finally a sister!

Had to get a shot of her dress, it was absolutely perfect

Dress: Alythea

Shoes: Naughty Monkey

Yes, I have been absent. I admit I am not that great at balancing things but definitely will continue to try!  I am in the midst of moving so things have been a little hectic but I'm back now and that's all that matters right?

On to happier things...last weekend was my stepbrother's wedding! It was absolutely amazing and the wedding was pure perfection. It took place at this gorgeous nature center in Anaheim Hills, California. You know how some weddings are a little stuffy and don't feel like the couple at all? Well this was nothing like that! Ben & Shauna's wedding was all about their favorite things including nature (they are quite the adventuresome couple), food trucks, drinks (beer & homemade lemoncello for everyone to take home), photos (they had a photobooth with props) and Harry Potter! (hence the Azkaban place card) They even made their grand entrance dressed like Harry & Ginny. It truly was the best wedding I have gone to in a while!

I have to admit that I had trouble finding the perfect dress for the occasion. Day time weddings are tough, especially if they are outside. Its important to look at the fabric, you don't want it to be to stiff, also it is important to see if it can be worn everyday. I found this Alythea dress at a boutique in Santa Barbara and the second I saw it I knew it would be the one. And by chance one of the wedding colors was mustard, so the family pictures will turn out great :) I know I will definitely wear this dress again whether it be with boots or throwing a leather jacket over it. I am sure you will be seeing it in future posts.

So let me tell you exactly how high for heels I am. I was told numerous times to wear flats, sandals or a low wedge because of the rocky terrain. Now, I never listen to these details when it comes to shoes. I usually have no trouble walking in any environment. Plus, the boy bought me these amazing Naughty Monkey mustard wedges that happened to match my dress perfectly and wasting a pair of shoes is never an option for me! Let me tell you, I did have trouble walking with the loose pebbles and small hills and may had an escort walking the whole night. But hey, I loved my outfit and have had my eye on those shoes for a while. We do weird things for fashion, that sometimes really just don't make sense.

Well I promise I really do have more to share and am getting back into the blogging schedule! I still plan on doing a giveaway once I reach 100 followers so keep them coming! I always follow in return!
xxo