10 things that rocked my world this week! march 26

First and foremost, I want to say, I am kind of on cloud nine right now. So many blessed opportunities have happened to me this week and even the weeks before. Taking the opportunities in NYC was the best decision I have ever made and honestly a dream come true. I'd never be able to be living my dream if it wasn't for my readers and supporters of my blog and network of amazing friends and family. So thank you from the bottom of my little decorator heart. omg. thank you.
 1. My very first NYC design project photo shoot. I honestly had a blast and loved the energy of the day!

2. I went to the Film Forum with some girlfriends in the city to see the Bill Cunningham film. It was absolutely astounding. I haven't seen a documentary this good since...well maybe ever. His life is incredible and his part in the fashion world just blew me away. If you ever get the opportunity to see this, don't miss it. It will change the way you look at fashion. and leave you wanting to dress better too!
3. The Architectural Digest show was jumpin last weekend. I went with my girlfriends to check out what it was all about and I have to say the new traditionalists booth was amazing. My favorite hands down.
4. Sometimes there is just a shoe that makes you go so incredibly insane because you couldn't possibly imagine walking out of the store without them. This is how I fell about these gorgeous white python studded and spiked heels. so mayjor!
5. I finally got to meet the incredibly talented artsist Lana Gomez. She is an LA girl too, and we're huge fans of each other, but it took us all the way to a NYC art show to get to meet each other. love love love her and her artwork is ridiculously good. Check her out.
6. Snickerdoodles. I never get time to relax in new york. ever! But I did get lucky enough to have a girlie fun night and watch old Elizabeth Taylor movies and bake snickerdoodles with my new NYC bestie.
7. Saying goodbye to the NYC weather and jetting to LA. Such a fabulous feeling to get back to the land of sun. (even if there is a bit of rain in LA too. its still gorgeous)
8. Hello to the sister. There is nothing and I mean absolutely nothing like seeing your family when you haven't seen them in a while. Total domestic bliss!
9. It was such a fun day of the trade at The Avenues. I so enjoyed speaking on the design blogger panel with such fab LA Style + Design bloggers.
10. It's baby shower day for my favorite decorator in the world today. Horaay!

10 things that rocked my world this week!

1. My staple NYC uniform. Black blazer, black knee high boots and leggings. Mixed with different accessories, it keeps me dressed and ready to go from day to night since I am always on the go. Black is a god-send.
2. A super fun gift from an incredible fan of my blog. This is the work of a new york street artist who personalizes those fun ghetto-fabulous trucker hats. It's adorable and pink with the NYC skyline in the back ground. So fun!
3. Thank goodness for the FIAF, who hosted an amazing lecture by Tory Burch. It was incredibly inspiring. Not only is she extremely talented, she is very smart and oh so business savvy. Wow. I was so impressed plus every girl was wearing the latest and greatest of Tory Burch accessories. loved it!
4. Running into my hairdresser from LA randomly on the street...only in NYC! Dean Banowetz is my go to guy for the perfect hair! He is the genius behind the Instyler and the guy who created all amazing hair on American Idol (remember sanjayas mohawks?). Such a lovely surprise, we had to grab dinner together and talk about what's new in hair. This guy is MAJORly amazing. Stay tuned for his bravo show...the Dean's list.
5. Went to a fabulous book signing for UNDECORATE, the latest book by Christiane Lemieux of  Dwell Studio. The stylish soiree was at the Ace Hotel nyc. OMG the hotel was so cool, the walls were gorgeous, everything was perfect and oh so much fun!
6. This photo of my client's husband showing off his new metallic wallpaper sample to his brother. Major husband props for being excited about wallpaper. This made my week!
7. I finally got to experience JCREW bridal with some of my best girlfriends. My bestie is getting married this summer so the girls came to town for a dress fitting...it was so gorgeous, and a perfect city day to play in dresses and drink champagne.
8. The DVF tabletop decor display at Bloomingdale's was gorgeous. I finally got to see the beauty in person and let me tell you guys, its out of control! You would love.
9. Finally got a facial (have been dying for one) at Mario Badescu and it was incredible. There are no words... i bought everything.
10. Last but not least, my sweet little Michael Kors jet set black metallic python crossbody clutch has been my bff. It's the perfect size for all my running around the town essentials. You are a genius, Mr. Michael Kors.

10 things that rocked my world this week!

1. What a lucky girl I am...my sweet sisters-in-crime Nancy and Suzanne (LA woman) and I got together for a fabulous night on the town.
2. I've ventured out to the city streets and madison ave (my favorite) and came across this gorgeous crystal rock window display and was mesmerized and totally inspired!
3. Finally got a chance to visit the HEARST building...Wow, it was absolutely gorgeous! 
4. I thoroughly enjoyed the Country Living magazine "brooklyn themed soiree". It was a super fun event and was thrilled to get to meet Chris Allen (publisher) and Lisa, the beautiful blogger behind HamptonToes.
5. Okay, I have to tell you, CB2 came in handy this week as I needed to get some quick brightly colored accessories to help style a friends shoot. Bright neon colors were all over and made me so happy!
6. I can't forget to mention how incredibly nice it has been that I have now moved from super big and fluffy winter coat to my favorite black leather jacket. The weather is getting so much warmer. yay!
7. Which leads me to my latest obsession with red leather. Not only on nicole richie, but have also spotted on gorgeous furniture as well.
8. Spent a whole afternoon devouring the book WALLPAPER PROJECTS. Oh my goodness, if you want some great ideas on where to use wallpaper instead of on the wall this is the book for you.
9. I'm in this weird transition from winter nail polish to getting brave enough to rock bright spring colors. My perfect balance is from the new OPI TEXAS line "houston we have a purple!" I'm obsessed! (I am a texas girl after all)
10. Starbucks iced coffee. I can finally drink it again. Yay for warmer weather! 

10 things that rocked my world... the NYC edition

1. Getting together with my favorite ladies for a week of mag launch parties. 
2. Serious bonding time with the ladies of Rue (anne, crystal, cassie, bri).
3. My new lovely little rosette clutch from H &M that has gone with me all over the city.
4. A pair of black aviators I got at a nice little 99 cents store, they frame my face perfectly.
5. The magical world of ABC Home...the oversize jewel toned rugs took my breath away.
6. A lovely dinner party thrown by the talented Kelley Moore was a night to remember. 


7. Unlimited Subway metrocards are truthfully a lifesaver when running late.
8. The perfect way to spend the day when its snowing...inside a fabulous fabric store.
9. Celebrating our birthdays over fabulous desserts all over again. Nothing better.
10. Essie nailcolor, A Splash of Grenadine, is the perfect pick me up for the snowy days.

I'm having such a blast here in NYC...so happy to be here.

10 things that rocked my world in South Beach, Miami

A quick re-cap of the amazing time we had in Miami for my birthday! 

1. The view from our hotel in Miami was absolutely killer. We enjoyed coffee on the balcony and watched on as the sun rose and set...the perfect girls weekend backdrop.
2. My birthday bouquet...pink roses, pink peonies and lime green hydrangeas (my favorites). Such a beautiful combo!
3. Instead of cake I had the most incredible Thai Donuts from World Resource Cafe. Deelish! 
4. A super fun crew of ladies to spend your birthday with! Tricia, Erika, Angela, Bianca (not pictured)  and Tuyet...i heart you!
5. My new favorite decor store in the world Nest Miami! I was wowed by the amazing items in this store. Completely gorgeous...you would die! 
6. Shopping on Lincoln Ave. always rocks my world. We spent an entire day shopping the fun boutiques and eating brunch at the fun restaurants on the strip. My favorite...sushi samba.
7. Out of all the hotels in Miami the Mondrian has the best bar and poolside view. Super swanky and chic. All the furniture was oversized and so very Alice in Wonderland.
8. The best part of the weekend was the fact that I got to wear a beautiful tiara to my birthday party at the Fountainbleu...we danced the night away. 
9. Poolside moments watching the sunset...very relaxing.
10. Beach time was so much fun, nothing beats the beautiful blue water! As much as I love the California beaches, there is something very tropical + european about the beaches of South Beach.
We had the best time! 

10 things that rocked my world in 2010

1. My blog + my website... The Decorista has been such a fun and worthwhile indulgence! I've loved every single moment of it.
2. My lovely cousin + roommate, Enrique, its been such a fun year living with family... I've thoroughly enjoyed our cute little home. Home is where the heart is afterall. 
(pic of us is from Suz's holiday soiree)
3. Anything and everything studded. All year I have been obsessed with the shiny yet rockstar-y embellishments on everything from shoes to sidetables.
4. the LEOPARD revival. it may have been around but this year I loved rocking this feline print.
5. inspirational quotes like this one, it was my 2010 mantra! It's all about creating yourself. 
6. My fabulous job working for Woodson + Rummerfield. Jaime and Ron are amazing people...inspiring, talented, stylin' and  have hearts of gold! 
7. Turquoise and gold. I have absolutely loved watching these two in interiors, so glamorous!
8. Office spaces. we all know they are my obsession.
9. the whole nerdy glasses look and supremely chic blazers, super staples of 2010.
10. my feature in Look Magazine completely rocked my world and made me know that I am on the right path...probably the coolest thing to happen this year! 

2010 was a fabulous year! So excited for the 10 things of 2011...

10 things that rocked my world this week

1. An incredibly perfect turquoise room by Miles Redd.
2. 2011 Color of the year Honeysuckle Pink!
3. This delicious lipstick inspired artwork by one of my favorite bloggers. (inspires my inner artist)
4. Tory Burch's Palm Beach city guide. 
5. All the tartan I can feast my eyes on.
6. A beautiful + bright Christmas tree by Tobi Fairley.
7. This december issue of Lonny mag. (wowza! its so full of decorista style photos)
8. The best mac and cheese recipe I have ever laid eyes on.
9. A completely fabulous boho apartment with a gold & red lamp to die for!
10. Decorista Barbie...need I say more? I'm obsessed with her!

10 things that rocked my world this week...

 {inspired by Will's lists, I had to do it too because there is so much inspiration out there to share}

1. Mary Macdonald's oh-so-fabulous leopard room.
2. An out of this world Thanksgiving table setting.
3. Glamour, glamour and more glamour from Rue issue 2.
4. The word MAXIMALIST
5. Gold framed Glamour...my favorite.
6. The latest and greatest hits of the bloggerati.
7. anything and everything Miles Redd.
8. This necklace Louise found..she always finds the good stuff.
9. all conversations & FF#'s via twitter.
10. furs & french braids