Bag Up

I have been on a serious canvas bag binge for a very long time. I just can't seem to get enough! My latest find is Chester Wallace bags, which are handmade in Portland, Oregon. I first spotted these canvas carryalls in Unionmade a few weeks back. They clearly made an impression with their classic style and fun, upbeat color combinations.

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From Cali, With Love

Yesterday, I woke up to the most beautiful day. The sun was shining strong, and by 8am you could tell it was going to be the best day. So... I did what any ocean-minded person would do- I went to the beach. I drove down PCH until I found a spot that fit my bill, Montara it was! Pretty appropriate for a gal named Tara, if I do say so myself!

Pining for {Under}Pinnings

I have long had an admiration for pretty underpinnings... in college, for my final design project, I concepted a lingerie collection. Then, I spent the last three years of my career working in the production department at the biggest lingerie retailer in the United States, Victoria's Secret. Through all of this, my eye for the beautiful has not swayed by any means. Here are a few of my favorite bralettes of the moment.

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Lyrics To Live By

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Color Theory

I miss the on-point, off-beat stylings of New Yorkers. They have a definite way of making the most random pieces come together in total harmony- and living in such an inspiring community makes you step up your style game, by default.

Photographer, Adam Katz Sinding, is a complete natural at capturing these bright pairings. I think he has a keen eye for accessory details, and color layout. Just look at the way these photos exude eye popping color...

Style Watch: Tunic Time

Do you know what I realized this weekend? That pullover tunics are the best fall weather wardrobe staple- they are the perfect marriage between a jacket and a hoodie, and I want all of these cozy options...

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Week In Review

I came to the realization that when you fly across the country for just two days {and factor in a three hour difference} time appears to move in super speed, causing the minutes, hours, and days to fly by leaving you with a feeling like none of it ever happened at all. This week I...

* Flew back to New York for a job interview

* Took in the colorful art installations in my old hood, the East Village

* Reveled in the beauty and decor of Grand Central Station

* Viewed the Missoni collection at Target- love the tights

* Browsed the pristine collection of magazines at JFK

* Continued to "Make it Happen" on more than one level

* Finally got around to eating at In-N-Out

* Continued to be a giant tourist, snapping photos all around SF

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