This is just what I needed today. Everything WILL be okay, sometimes I just need a little reminder.

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rain rain go away

With all the rain we've been having in Oregon, I'm dreaming of sunshine, palm trees and bikinis. Can it be summer already?

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Loft Envy

I am so excited to share with you my friends gorgeous LA loft today. It's located in the garment district of Los Angeles with great views of the city. I especially love the open floor plan and high ceilings. I think it's so great that they have done so much to transform the space and make it truly theirs. That can definitely be a challenge when renting. The loft is so amazing that it is featured on Apartment Therapy today! So cool! Here are a few photos, but be sure to check out the whole spread.

Levi's Curve ID

Levi's Curve ID denim is all about shape, not size. Levi's looked at 3D body scan images from women all around the world and created a formula for the best possible fit for all body types. Check out this video from the debut event that took place last September in San Francisco to learn more about these amazing jeans!

I have the hardest time finding jeans that fit well so this concept definitely interested me. I finally got the chance to check them out this weekend while I was in Portland and so glad I did! I scored a pair of slight curve dark skinny jeans that I just love. I'll definitely be back for more.

The most beautiful wedding ceremony location ever!

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Nike Clash of the Champions

Last night I attended the Nike Clash of the Champions tennis event at Matthew Knight Arena with my soon to be MIL. It was such an amazing event!

The four players at the exhibition were Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka. After they were all announced, I noticed everyone yelling and standing up to see someone. At first I thought it was Serena Williams since she was originally scheduled to be there. Instead it was John McEnroe a tennis champ from the late seventies, early eighties! How cool?!

There was a women's match, mixed doubles and a men's match. The cool thing about it being an exhibition was all the interaction between the athletes and the crowd. They genuinely appeared to be enjoying themselves and were so fun to watch. During the mixed match the athletes wore mics so we could hear them better, while John McEnroe was the umpire and Joey Harrington and Dennis Dixon were line judges. They gave us a great show and at the end of the night we even got to see Uncle Phil. What a great night!

Here are a couple photos I snapped with my phone. You can view more photos here.

I'll Take It!

These two rooms are screaming my name! Add a bouquet of fresh flowers and I just might move in. Right now.

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Say Whaaa?

While watching the local news this evening, I caught the end of a segment on 'dressing for success'. The woman being interviewed and giving advice said something like, 'the only polished-looking tops are long sleeve'. Really?! She was styling the model in pant suits and super conservative (and outdated) outfits. I couldn't help but get a little frustrated when she was saying that dressing like that would get you a job or mean that people would take you seriously. Not that she is completely wrong, but there is so much more to consider. Anyway...

It got me thinking so I quickly scanned my favorite online shops and found some adorable pieces and looks that are professional and in style.

Wow! Can you tell I like bright colors? Just for the record, I don't necessarily think that shorts are a professional workplace look, but I love the top. Where do you shop for work clothes?

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