Fun Find: Flamingo Print Tee

I am in love with my new Flamingo Print Tee I got from Anthropologie.  It was a perfect top for a warm yet breezy Sunday walking around our neighborhood to try brunch at Artisan House. (ps-it was delicious and there was a little three-piece playing turn of the century Jazz--great brunch spot)

 BUT, back to the top.  On sale, lightweight, loose fitting and bright colors it is the perfect summer top! Such a fun find!

Watermelon Avocado Salad

It has been hot in Los Angeles this week! So yesterday in the late afternoon, I turned off the air and opened the windows for a nice summer breeze, put on French Cafe music via Pandora and made this salad (recipe here) for my husband and I as a romantic surprise when he got off work.  Paired with a glass of Pinot Noir, it was delicious and so relaxing to have a cafe experience in our own home.

Currently Obsessing: Black Cherry

Hi, my name is Alisia and I am an addict.  No, not addicted to drugs, or alcohol, or shopping...but as of late, black cherry.  When I was a kid, I always loved soda (I was only allowed to drink it at my grandma's house so maybe it's nostalgic) and my favorites were Cream Soda, Dr. Pepper and Black Cherry.  Now that I'm older, I sometimes treat myself to a small-batch soda and I always pick Black Cherry. Two weeks ago I professed my love for my new black cherry lipstick in a post here, and I'm happy to report we're still going strong.  I am obsessed with black cherry, whether it be soda, lipstick or nail polish.  Or all three at the same time while listening to Goldfrapp's "Black Cherry".  

What are you currently obsessing over??

Tuesday Tunes: The Cranberries

The Cranberries are incredible.  When I was in elementary school, I remember watching the "Dreams" music video on MTV and then hearing "Linger" for the first time on the radio when my dad dropped me off at school.  When Empire Records came out (which, by the way, is in a three-way-tie for my all-time favorite movie along with Casablanca and Scream) I remember hearing "How" for the first time and falling in love with the song.  Lately, I can't seem to stop listening to them.  
(BTW, isn't Dolores such a babe in that video above?!)

Birthdays and Bubble Baths

Ever since last Wednesday, I have had a pretty celebratory schedule! Last Wednesday was of course the 4th, in which we went to Orange County to spend time with family and play with sparklers.  Thursday was my birthday in which my husband and I went to brunch, then had a pool party/ rooftop BBQ.  It was so fun and thanks to all who came!! Then this weekend I went down to Orange County again and had a great time celebrating my birthday with my family, had drinks and girl talk with a long-time friend and ran around to Farmer's Markets, shopping and pedicures with my mom.  Such a good birthday! Of course, come Sunday night, all I needed was a relaxing bubble bath to get ready for this week ahead. I now have a Sunday night ritual: a drink, candles and a long bubble bath!

A Week in Instagram

Sunday brunch with live jazz, bloody mary's and friends at Perch

Reading a new favorite poolside

Husband rearranged all of our furniture

Eaton Canyon hike with Kat

Simple summer meals: fish tacos

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Easy Like Sunday Mornin'

I love outfits that you can just put on, throw up your hair and add a quick lip color and make it work.  This outfit is perfect for a Sunday morning brunch this summer.  Simple, easy to walk in (and room to grow with your mimosas and french toast), and just bring a denim jacket if you're out all day and need to transfer into a casual evening outfit. 

{Maxi dress and crochet top: No Rest For Bridget, Bag: U/O Renewal,
Glasses and Sandals: U/O, Lip color: Makeup Forever Aqua Lip 17C}