BIRTHDAY GIRL!

It's not every year that I get my best friend, Olivia Cuervo, in town for her BIRTHDAY! That calls for a girls' day on the island of Miami Beach!!! We chose Soho Beach House as the venue where we spent nearly 5 hours enjoying bellinis, breadsticks, and burrata.. I don't think we could have asked for much more.

The Miami Soho House opened just over 6 months ago and features Cecconi's at its core in a beautiful outdoor courtyard. Here are some photos of the decor and of course, the B day girl!

BOHEME BEACH CHIC

Every island girl's dream would be to own a boutique like this. Lucky for my personal friend Miss Lidia, she is that girl. Boheme offers only the best in resort wear in an explosion of color and bohemian shapes. From caftans and yoga bags, to candles and swimwear, Boheme offers something for every island girl.

MAXI

Most amazing Saturday but I am in doors working today. What do you think of the Maxi skirts? I love! So comfortable, easy, and chic...

Weekend Look

Crazy week this week! Everyone enjoy your weekend. Here is a great weekend look to take with you.. XO

FAB ISLAND GIRL

She is a FAB island girl. Visit Little Plastic Horses for more inspiration shots.

NYC APARTMENT

It seems to me the NYC girls are looking for more inspiration. Here is another NYC apartment I love. It belongs to Michelle Adams, Editor-in-Chief of Lonny mag. She has her own blog, MA BELLE. SO much you can do with a small space! Hope you enjoy XO

AUNTIE LI

At work right now (watching Pauly Shore walk around the lobby), and I was thinking about one of my best cousins who is about to give birth. We don't know if she will have a boy or girl and the surprise is killing us all. I got the chance to hang with her in NYC this weekend as she moved into her new apartment and prepped the baby's room. As you may know by now, I have a soft spot for the art of block printing. Here is a little inspiration from some of my favorite designers.

COLOR REFORM

I Visited NYC this weekend and got to spend a few hours with my newly engaged cousin as she hunted for a rug for her new home and her new life. This was a wonderful adventure and I had the opportunity to see the Color Reform at ABC Carpet & Home. If you get a chance, you should go visit the 6th floor for some crazy color inspiration!

Here is a little background:

Color reform began as a way to reinvent vintage carpets through color. Rugs are neutralized from their state and then over-dyed to produce some of the amazing rugs you see above. Most importantly, they retain their original designs. Color reform is motivated by endless possibility and creativity... visit ABC Carpet & Home for more.

SUNGLASSES

I discovered a great new line of sunglasses at Barneys in NYC this weekend. I could not wait to get back to Miami to see the sunshine again!! All the pairs I found range about $180-$200. Visit Karen Walker Eyewear to see more.

OLIVIA PALERMO BEACH BLOG

Who doesn't love Olivias Palermo's style? Check out her beach style on her blog.

ISLAND LOOKS. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE??

What is your favorite Island look?

10 Things every island girl should own

10 THINGS EVERY ISLAND GIRL SHOULD OWN

1. Morgan Oakley bow clutch

2. Love Quotes scarves (purchase at Studio LX Brickell)

3. Liza + Tara Tote (Purchase at Nic del Mar, Mermaids Boutique, or Studio LX Brickell)

4. Good reading material (like ASSOULINE's Gypset Style)

5. O.N.E. Coconut water (Whole Foods)

6. Liza + Tara wrap (Purchase at Studio LX Brickell, Boheme West Ave, or Nic del Mar)

7. Ray Ban aviators (Island Athletics Key Biscayne)

8. Hammock Chair

9. KaiLani (Mermaids South Miami)

10. Straw Hat