rejoice the hands

I stumbled upon Rejoice the Hands a few months ago, and was completely enamored by all the unique bracelets, earrings, necklaces and rings.  The rustic feel of her work is the exact aesthetic I've been lusting over lately, and I guess I'm not the only one as Free People has also started carrying the line.   Also, all of Rejoice the Hands pieces are handmade, which means you'll be getting a one of a kind piece that is sure to be a staple in your accessory collection for years to come.

xx

A

make sure to wear some feathers in your hair...

[Feather Hair Piece by Me.  Vena Cava for Aqua Top.  F21 Shorts.  Mossimo Supply Co. Kalayla Suede Ankle Boot.  Tarnish Satchel.  YSL, Tiffany, and Vintage Rings.  Vintage Bangles.]

After hearing about the new feather hair extension trend, I decided to do a little do-it-yourself project and make suede and feather hair clips.  I've worn it a few times now, and have received so many nice compliments.  When you wear one, it kind of makes you feel like frolicking around in an enchanted forest.  Regardless, it's a unique accessory that's a lot of fun.  

A few of my girlfriends have requested that I make them one, so I might even start selling them!  Let me know if you're interested, and I'd be happy to make one for you :)

xx

A

charmed i'm sure

I love the free-spirited vibe of Tami Snodgrass's art.  She seems like the kind of person that you'd want to  play around with on the beach all day long.  In her bio, she states: 

"What stokes me out: surfing, picking shells, happy hours, blown out speakers, sandy sheets, the art of others, my truck, monk seals, messy hair, tan lines and kissing."

I completely agree with all the above.  Check out her work and blog here.

xx

A

grapefruit habanero margaritas

 

Happy Cinco de Mayo!  I'm a total sucker for holidays (especially ones where heavy drinking is the main festivity), and this one is certainly no exception; how could I not celebrate the heritage of a country whose food, culture, and people are so amazing?  

In honor of this day, I put a little twist on one of Mexico's most delicious and beloved beverages, the margarita, by infusing the tequila with a spicy habanero pepper and mixing it with light, fresh grapefruit juice and agave nectar (which is also used to make tequila, and is much healthier than sugary pre-made mixes).  The grapefruit juice's sweet-but-tangy flavor mixed with the salt and the little bit of heat from tequila is a sure crowd pleaser.  I hope you all have a wonderful day partying it up Mexicana style.. Salud!!

Habanero Infused Tequila

Take half a habanero pepper (remove the seeds if you want a more mild flavor), and push it into a full bottle of tequila.  Infuse for 2 - 4 hours depending on how spicy you want it (I didn't remove the seeds and let it infuse for 2 hours, and my tequila certainly packed some heat!).  

Note: the habanero is one of the spiciest peppers around, so remember to wash your hands throughly after you handle it!

Habanero Grapefruit Margarita

Serves 4

Ingredients:

- 14 ounces freshly squeezed grapefruit juice - about 3 medium grapefruits (or you can just buy it from your local store; Indian River is the best if you can find it!)

- 6 ounces habanero infused tequila

- 2 tablespoons agave nectar (I put a little extra since grapefruit is a little tart for me)

- 1 lime wedge

- Margarita salt (found by the pre-made mixes)

Run the lime wedge around the rims of your glasses, then dip and twist them in margarita salt.  Fill the glasses with ice.  Pour in 1 shot of tequila, followed by the agave, and then the grapefruit juice.  Stir well to evenly distribute the agave.  Enjoy!

p.s. You can also make these in a blender if you prefer frozen margaritas - I think I'll try that next time!

xx

A

indian brave

 [Truly Madly Deeply navajo print top (similar one here).  True Religion Bobby Cutoffs.  Gianni Bini Cassie Pump.  Tarnish Multi Zip Crossbody Satchel.  Vintage Woven Belt.  Free People, Alex and Ani, David Yurman and Vintage Jewelry.]

As soon as I laid eyes on this overly-huge-yet-cropped Navajo print shirt, I was sold.  It's the perfect thing to throw on after you've been in the sun all day and the air conditioning just seems way too cold in comparison (does anyone else get like this?).  I was also naturally obsessed with the print, as Navajo designs have been all over the place.  To me, the look has that light-hearted appeal that's perfect for summer.  You can find tons of similar pieces at Urban Outfitters if this top tickles your fancy (here's a few to get you started).

xx

A

stone cold fox ::: lovely days

S T O N E   C O L D   F O X

Words can not express how obsessed I am with this collection (first mentioned here).  Every piece is unique and wearable - perfect to throw on over a bathing suit, or wear out to a beautiful dinner.  The talented girls behind STONE_COLD_FOX seem to be so lighthearted and fun, and their work certainly exudes their free-spirited vibe in every handcrafted piece.

xx

A

::summer hair::

My hair philosophy.. Every morning, I just want to roll out of bed, spray some salt water concoction in my hair, shake it around a bit, and be done.  Here's some of my current hair inspirations:

xx

A

Photos via bird with broken bones, bleed gold, vogue, & lovely little vices.