I’m definitely posting more Nashville pictures as I sit in my parent’s condo in Florida. For as much as I love LA, I enjoy my little trips away even more.
Christmas is upon us and I’m so happy that I did my holiday shopping early. I only have a couple more gifts to get/make but the bulk of it is done and I’m stress free. Love this feeling. I get to see a couple of my best friends tomorrow, including Keiko and Jessica, so it’s already set to be a great day. I’ll also be making zucchini bread and spending some more time with my little Otis. I love Florida at Christmas time.
Sorry I’ve been MIA recently. I’ve been trying to pick up as many shifts as possible to cover my Christmas shopping, trip home for the holidays, and my China trip in January. So much going on! My mom told me that she hoped I don’t have my seasonal meltdown this year. Haha. I just really like holidays to be perfect with loved ones, decorations, and food… LOTS of food. Unfortunately, I sometimes get a bit stressed over what to buy for people and end up running around to stores last minute. I’ll be honest, there were some tears last year.
But things will be different this time around. For starters, I’m going to attempt to get all of my Christmas shopping done before I go home. That way, every second can be spent with my family, friends, and my beloved Otis.
These photos were taken after the Unique LA holiday market last weekend, where I was hunting for gifts. Alright, let’s be honest… I bought myself two things. But this weekend I’ll be going to the Melrose Flea and possible Renegade to try again. Let’s hope I’m more successful.
Hearts, Kimberly Grace
Outfit Details: Jacket - F21 Sequin shirt - Gift from April Jegging - BDG Mikaela Bag - c/o Melie Bianco Romance Boots - c/o Seychelles Bracelet - passed down from grandmother to mom to me Rings (left to right) - Rosey B. Designs, c/o Simple Twist, and gift from Keiks
I love holidays and want them to be perfect and stress free. Unfortunately, things don’t always turn out how I’d like them to. Thanksgiving was one thing after another and I eventually just gave up and went to bed. Best decision. Just start over the next day.
I will say one thing though… I am beyond blessed and thankful for the people in my life. I have amazing parents and some incredible friends. I am constantly amazed by the amount of love and support that surrounds me and I don’t take any of it for granted.
On that note, I’m so happy that Keiko and I were able to take our Nashville trip (more photos on Claudia’s blog). I had the best time and everyone was so nice. Gotta love southern hospitality… and the biscuits. Can’t forget the biscuits… and fried green tomatoes… donuts… meat and threes… mac and cheese… Jeni’s ice cream…. the chicken sandwich at Silly Goose… dammit, now I’m hungry.
Shortly after coming back from New York, I was invited to the Melie Bianco store for a party. I got to chat with a bunch of the talent behind the line and browse through all of the bags. There’s another handbag line that always threw great parties in New York and I wondered why no one else’s compared. Melie Bianco turned that around right quick.
First off, the bags have such cute details. There is one design that features a lock and key accent and another with a turn clasp that reminds me of a clover (first picture). There were also some bags with sweater material mixed in and others with braided features. My favorite though would have to be the Alyssa bag. It’s big, so I can carry my life with me everywhere I go (my mom tells me I’ll have horrible back problems when I’m older). It also has outside zippered pockets which is great when I don’t want to dig through my Mary Poppins mess for my car keys or I.D.
The second reason why the party was a success was the fact that they had three of my favorite things: Jack Daniels, Mexican Coke, and SUGAR! So many cakes, cream puffs, and deliciousness. Calories don’t count at parties, so that was good. And NCLA was on hand to do manicures (see what I did there?). Nail pictures coming soon!
