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benches & chandeliers
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Angela's blog of fashion, food and other fancies.
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The past month has been a whirlwind (whats new?) with my sisters wedding two weeks ago & my wedding coming up in 1.5 months. Hence, the lack of posts. Nonetheless, I thought this would be a ...

18 aug 11

Dear Heart

(images from le love, weheartit & random sites I collected from over time) Simple words that any boy or girl could do well to take heed of at least at one point in life!Im not known for being emo...

06 jul 11 1 person likes this

Books of Vanity

Apartment hunting has officially begun!While my fiancee is doing the actual hunting, Ive been focusing on the little details that will make it our new home.Itll be a humble abode, to be sure, but Ive...

02 jul 11

Ai Weiwei: Still Not Sorry

(Fountain of Lights)(Descending Lights) He may be locked up, but his art keeps fighting his good fight. Artist and activist Ai Weiwei is still in captivity after being detained by the Chinese go...

15 jun 11

What Will Kate Wear?

*Heres another piece I wrote for Knocksteady about the highly anticipated wedding of Kate Moss. Please visit the Knocksteady Tumblr and show it some love!* While NBA fans and sports media are buzzing...

03 jun 11

A McQueen Fantasy

BREATHTAKING.Came across these on Net-A-Porter.com as I was browsing for wedding shoes.These are too high and theatrical for the feel of my wedding, but a girl can dream!

29 may 11

O, Say It Aint So

Heres the full version of my first tumblr post for Knocksteady. Please visit and show some love! More anticipated than the end of the world that was supposed to happen 6pm last Saturday is the end of...

25 may 11

August

August, our Golden Retriever puppy, is the newest member of our family, and hes taken us by storm! Everyday I cant wait to get home and kiss his cheeks, and I end up sleeping later than usu...

24 may 11

Natalie Off Duty Interview

I recently had the opportunity to meet blogger and model Natalie from Natalie Off Duty, and interview her for Knocksteady. The Suarez sisters were so much fun, their home was gorgeous, and ...

14 may 11

Maydreaming

Another month has passed since my last post, and much has happened!Im engaged and the last few weeks have been full of celebrations with friends & family.Now that the hooplah has faded, Im s...

05 may 11

All The Pretty Lights

(first 2 photos by me, third photo sent to me by a friend who found it online somewhere) Life has been... interesting. Please excuse the mundane choice of words. Its 2am and Im hoping ...

09 apr 11

Object of Obsession

(images via Pietra Dura par Carole Midy Facebook page)

19 mar 11

(by art director Mel Bles) The Missoni clan of family and friends is one marked by loyalty and royalty, and with models like Jasmine Guinness, Camila al Fayed and Leighton Meester, this video is no d...

08 mar 11

All Things Balmain

(images via elle.com) This breathtaking collection, Balmain f/w 2011, left me speechless. The cut, the shine, the sequins, the boots, oh my! Rocker meets mod squad. I would wear every piece...

04 mar 11

Girls in the Hood

(images via vogue.com and style.com)Not sure if its the cold weather or my detestable hair length, but Im currently obsessed with all things hood!Just a few of my favorites from DVFs spring 2011 coll...

25 feb 11

Off the Runway- NY Fashion Week

Some of my favorite trends from the streets of NY during Fashion Week: Maxi Skirts Fur Floor-skimming Wide Leg Pants Sisters! (images taken by Mr. Newton for Harpers Bazaar)

16 feb 11

One of the most exciting decades on the runways once again is the beloved 70s. Its one of the most versatile, catering to every girls personal style, agenda and mood. Fringed pieces, funky prints, fl...

10 feb 11

J. Crew Spring 2011

(images via fashionising.com)Im so excited for the crisp, clean fun of springs RTW looks, especially J. Crews!If you dont know, Im a huge fan of Jenna Lyons (who isnt?), so I couldnt be happier with ...

31 jan 11

Shes Got It

Ive taken somewhat of a hiatus from the internet world over the past month, thanks to the bitter (pulling my wisdom teeth, a never-ending cold) sweet (Christmas, New Years, family, food!) m...

19 jan 11

Its Raining Turbans

The perfect antidote to ailing hair caused by the incessant rain...(images via the glamourai, elle, gold saturn, bravotv, late afternoon) Im so thankful for the rain- a rarity where I live. It h...

19 dec 10

Two is Better Than One

An ode to companionship. (images via The Sartorialist, Garance Dore and Olsens Anonymous)

08 dec 10

My Fathers Daughter

Ive been spending quite some time in the kitchen lately cooking up a storm for holiday gatherings. Today is no exception, as Im already immersed in chopping and brining in preparation for tomorr...

25 nov 10

Without Rhyme or Season

(photos by Elliot & Erick Jimenez via Fashion Gone Rogue)This enchanted editorial for the summer-infused winter issue of Material Girl perfectly reflects the whimsical season Im learnin...

15 nov 10

Wishful Thinking: Knits

As I lay in bed this morning, I couldnt help but wonder,"Could it really be this hot...in November?" "My stars... is this an earthquake I feel?"Yes, it was this hot. Yes it ...

05 nov 10

Halloween- The Regis & Kelly Way

Regis and Kelly, my favorite Halloween duo, have never failed to keep me laughing year after year with their outrageous and on-point costumes. The make-up, the wigs, the wardrobe and the acting-- its...

29 oct 10

Nobodys Fool

"At first glance I think theyre cute. Then I keep staring... almost rudely Im sure.I cant help but feel a little nervous when I look at them.Their devilish faces possess a haunting quality t...

21 oct 10

Prone to Wander

   As I mentioned in my previous post, Im all about maxis these days. Im also all about faux fur, as is the rest of the world, it seems. I love the versatility of a great fur piece, and the...

14 oct 10

Build a Bridge... and Get Over It!

 I read that the original Greek root for the word "care" means "distracting" and "soul-dividing."Quite a different perspective of "care" than the more positive, w...

10 oct 10

Spring RTW 2011- Paris

Zac PosenRoland MouretNina RicciDries Van NotenSharon Wauchob(all photos from WWD.com) It seems summer has decided to make an encore presentation here in SoCal.What a tease, considering all the fall ...

02 oct 10

GIVEAWAY: Freshine Jumpsuit

Its that time of the month again-- time for a GIVEAWAY, that is!Freshine-- their clothes can be found in boutiques and retail stores all over CA-- are teaming upwith Benches&Chandeliers to give a...

23 sep 10

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