Cupcakes and Cashmere

My name is Emily Schuman and I live in LA with my husband and two cats Luna and Rocco. Cupcakes and Cashmere is a way to document things that inspire me.

Five Things

{Birthday gift from my husband, who I’m slowly torturing while practicing some country songs} While I know time is constant, it always seems to speed by whenever you take a moment to think about...

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Ask Emily

Questions in this Episode: 1. “Do you have any photography tips/advice?” 2. “When having friends over for dinner how do you decide on a menu? What kind of ideas for summer get togethers?” 3. “I...

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Links I Love

1. Spent way too much time reading my reinterpreted “gangsta” Tweets. Just search your @name and enjoy. (Gizoogle.net) 2. Are millennials lazy, narcissistic and delusional or the next greatest...

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Ray-Ban Aviators, J.Crew Top, Hermes Belt, J.Crew Pants, Louboutin Heels, Juicy Couture Clutch Most of the time when I have to get dressed for a meeting, I throw on a dress, add a pair of heels and...

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Charred Brussels Sprout Salad

I’ve obviously been on a salad kick lately, as evidenced by this post from a few weeks back and I’ve been experimenting with variations using different vegetables. One of my favorite dishes at Bäco...

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Vintage Chairs: Before and After

A few months back at the Rose Bowl Flea Market, I found a pair of vintage wingback chairs for our office. Despite their age, they were remarkably comfortable, a classic shape, and I brought them...

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Crave or Save

When I think of white shoes, they don’t necessarily conjure up stylish images in my head: I’m reminded of the blindingly bright Converse kicks I had as a kid, the shoes my dad matched to his...

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Wrap Around the Waist

Karen Walker Sunglasses, Rebecca Taylor Dress, Balenciaga Clutch, Zara Heels About a year ago, I was grabbing lunch on 3rd St. when I saw a woman in a pretty dress across the street. It was a...

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Mother’s Day Surprise

A few months back, I shared a sneak peek of our wedding video that Brian sent over. I thought it was perfect – it captured the day so beautifully and left me wanting more. Well, more came in the...

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Five Things

{So happy that my parents came down to visit last week} I’m not sure if it’s just this new decade I recently entered or what, but this week just worked. Each day felt fulfilling – busy, but...

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Summer Sandals

In general, I usually find flats to be a bit boring, at least in comparison to the extensive variety of heels readily available. But this season I’ve been inspired by the new crop of embellished...

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Ask Emily

I hope you enjoy the second installment of my new video series, Ask Emily, where I’ll be answering a few of the questions you send in each week (you can see the first one here). Feel free to...

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Links I Love

1. These woven sneakers are a fun twist on a classic. (shopbop.com) 2. Beard study shows heavy stubble makes men especially attractive to women. Amen. (huffingtonpost.com) 3. I love this...

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High-Waisted Skinnies

Celine Sunglasses, BB Dakota Trench (on sale), Zara Top, Blank Jeans, Manolo Blahnik Pumps, Clare Vivier Clutch, Essie ‘Avenue Maintain’ Nail Polish For someone with a disproportionately long...

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Karaoke Go-To Song

At some point in college, karaoke became a regular social outing with friends, which is around the same time I became intensely self conscious about my voice. I have a good ear, but that just means...

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Homemade Nutter Butters

A few weeks back, we made a late-night frozen yogurt run and per usual, I ditched my initial plans of topping it with fruit and opted for a combination of brownie bits, chocolate sauce, and...

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Crave or Save

I’ve always loved the look of lucite when it comes to my home, so I’m happy that this trend has made its way to fashion in recent months. From clear straps on sandals to see-through bags, it’s a...

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Buttoned Back

BB Dakota Top, H&M Skirt, Vintage Scarf and Bracelets, Gucci Bag c/o, J.Crew Sandals (similar here), Essie ‘Avenue Maintain’ Nail Polish I have a thing for breezy crop tops and this one, with its...

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Five Things

I’ve never been a big birthday person, at least when it comes to celebrating my own. It’s always made me slightly uneasy to put so much emphasis and expectation on one day, destined to disappoint....

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Wildflower Burlap Bouquets

In an ideal world, I’d have exquisite floral arrangements in every corner of my house. But since that’s not exactly practical, I like to switch things up by discovering new flowers and pairing them...

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Ask Emily

I receive a lot of questions about a variety of topics, so I decided to experiment with a new weekly video series called “Ask Emily.” I debated whether to make it into a regular post, but I always...

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Links I Love

1. This Fast Company article just confirms that Jenna Lyons is seriously awesome. (fastcompany.com) 2. Wouldn’t this be a fun DIY for a Cinco de Mayo party? (youaremyfave.com) 3. A great idea to...

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Boyfriend Sweater

Goorin Brothers Hat, J.Crew Sweater (on sale), Vince Shorts (similar here), Joie Sandals When I was a freshman in high school, I bought myself a boyfriend sweater. I was single at the time, and...

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Crave or Save

I love a printed mini skirt for warmer months, since it can be dressed up with heels for a night out or worn with a slouchy shirt and flats for brunch with girlfriends. I was immediately drawn to...

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Ice Cream Sundae Bar

Homemade ice cream is one of life’s greatest indulgences – and the only way to improve upon it is with an array of well thought-out toppings. A few weeks back, my mom made this burnt sugar ice...

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Spring Suit

Ray-Ban Aviators, James Perse Dress, Rag & Bone Blazer (similar here), Miu Miu Heels, Too Faced ‘Prim & Poppy’ Lip Color, H&M Clutch In winter, I was all about wearing white head-to-toe. It felt...

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Five Things

{A fun feature in this month’s Allure} I’m so happy that Friday’s finally here. Somehow I thought it was Thursday pretty much every day this week, which made Monday through Wednesday particularly...

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Estée Lauder Ombré Nude Manicure Video

There’s something about nude-colored nails that always feels fresh and clean…but it can also gravitate towards boring and predictable. For a twist on a classic, Estée Lauder and I came up with the...

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

With Mother’s Day just around the corner (Sunday, May 12th), I’ve rounded up some gift ideas for the maternal figures in your lives. The items are sweet and simple and would make for nice presents...

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Links I Love

1. My future home will be filled with gold details like these. 2. Best entertaining idea ever: place cards and an appetizer in one. 3. Kids are so hilarious. 4. A bright floral scarf for tying on...

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Five Things

Ask Emily

Links I Love

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Charred Brussels Sprout Salad

Vintage Chairs: Before and After

Crave or Save

Wrap Around the Waist

Mother’s Day Surprise

Five Things

Summer Sandals

Ask Emily

Links I Love

High-Waisted Skinnies

Karaoke Go-To Song

Homemade Nutter Butters

Crave or Save

Buttoned Back

Five Things

Wildflower Burlap Bouquets

Ask Emily

Links I Love

Boyfriend Sweater

Crave or Save

Ice Cream Sundae Bar

Spring Suit

Five Things

Estée Lauder Ombré Nude Manicure Video

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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