Monthly Archives: August 2011

SPICE IT UP: Global Glam Kitchen (For Under $650)

August 31st, 2011

What a difference a few key accents can make Our tract home kitchen has always bothered us — the white raised-front cabinets, basic white appliances, not-so-special sink and faucet. These are the things we won’t change unless we want to … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 31st, 2011 23 Comments »
Categories: D.I.Y., décor, gold & brass, kitchen, lamps & lighting, shopping, that girl's pad
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WHAT I WORE: Drinks & Dinner in Laguna Beach

August 30th, 2011

A “new” outfit for $70 does the trick So I had all kinds of plans to splurge on a birthday outfit for Saturday night, but when it came down to it, I decided I’d rather buy a piece of furniture! … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 30th, 2011 16 Comments »
Categories: bling, fashion, Orange County, shoes & handbags, shopping, street style
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MUST-HAVE BOOK: Alexander McQueen, Savage Beauty

August 29th, 2011

The Met delivers a knock-out publication commemorating its 2011 exhibit I own a lot of “coffee table” books — you know the kind that sit there looking pretty, but rarely get opened or fully appreciated? I’m here to tell you … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 29th, 2011 4 Comments »
Categories: art & artists, art direction, books, fashion, New York, photography
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[Guest Post] Turn Up The Rad: Birthday Par-tay Decor

August 26th, 2011

Please welcome Jonalynn of Turn Up The Rad! For the birthday week finale, I am so excited to introduce you to someone new. Jonalynn is a multi-talented graphic designer, photographer and self-professed “pattern junkie.” This girl knows color, and has … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 26th, 2011 7 Comments »
Categories: blogger love, cocktails & wine, décor, entertaining, food & dining, guest posts, shopping, stationery
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[Guest Post] Modern 24/7: Birthday Celebration, NOLA-style

August 25th, 2011

Please welcome Elizabeth of Modern 24/7! Now we can let the post-celebrations begin, LOL. (Actually, I will be doing just that on Saturday with friends on that rooftop beach bar, as I mentioned!) Thrilled to have yet another BFF (blog … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 25th, 2011 9 Comments »
Categories: bling, blogger love, entertaining, fashion, food & dining, music & musicians, shoes & handbags, shopping, talented women, travel
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[Guest Post] designstILes: Gifts for the Birthday Girl

August 24th, 2011

Please welcome Irene of designstILes! Today is actually the big day, and I can I just tell you how fun it’s been to “celebrate” this week with ALL of you?! I could lie and make it sound like I’m so organized … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 24th, 2011 14 Comments »
Categories: 1970's, bling, entertaining, guest posts, Hermès, shoes & handbags, shopping, vintage
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[Guest Post] The Lonely Wife Project: Summer Birthday Cocktails

August 23rd, 2011

Please welcome Sabra from the Lonely Wife Project! You’ve heard me gush about Sabra before, especially her photography and recipes. How lucky am I that she is sharing BOTH with us today? Cheers to me (heh heh)… Hello Small Shop … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 23rd, 2011 14 Comments »
Categories: cocktails & wine, entertaining, food & dining, guest posts, outdoor, patio & lanai, photography
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[Guest Post] Because It’s Awesome: Birthday Girl Outfits

August 22nd, 2011

Please welcome Tobe Reed of Because It’s Awesome! Happy Monday everyone! I have special treat for you this week. While I’m trying my best-est to take my birthday week off for a little “scheduled maintenance” (facial, massage, hair, nails, daughter-time, … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 22nd, 2011 10 Comments »
Categories: art & artists, bling, blogger love, fashion, guest posts, outfits, shoes & handbags, shopping, talented women
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Parker Palm Springs Wedding Album

August 19th, 2011

….our besties, Alisha & Greg… Inspired by Tamra at walks with Bella,  I too wanted to post some photos from a dear friend’s wedding. This is the same friend that I’ve mentioned many times on this blog (that shower, that … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 19th, 2011 21 Comments »
Categories: coral & orange, hotels, Jonathan Adler, mid-century modern, Palm Springs, photography, pink & fuchsia, stationery, vintage, wedding
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Guest Blogging at The Lonely Wife Project Today!

August 18th, 2011

“Maxi’s for Fall” (a.k.a. an excuse to post pretty pictures) Sabra is off to Chicago for the weekend, and asked me to help fill in. Since I am a fan of all things Sabra — her style, photography, humor, recipes, … Continue reading →

Posted by *that girl* on August 18th, 2011 4 Comments »
Categories: art direction, blogger love, fashion, guest posts, shopping, trends
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