Happy Monday

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! I had a pretty eventful one and I enjoyed it very much. Ever since my grandpa passed away its been all about family lately, which I don't mind at all because before he passed we had all gone our separate ways. Its sad to say but his passing has really brought us all together again. Here are some pictures of my weekend through the eyes of my iPhone. 

Love,

Luisa 

@ Santo Tomas Vineyard  

Great wine selection 

Delicious meal @Belio's 

White & Aluminium:: Tribeca Loft

I seriously can't seem to get enough of this Tribeca Loft, especially the kitchen. This is definitely my dream kitchen. Click here for more images of this Tribeca Loft by Bertrand Benoit.

Love,
Luisa

Love Letters

Many of you may not know that I am in a long distance relationship. Yes, I know its the hardest thing you can possibly put a relationship through, but what can I say we're in love and that's all that matters. Anyways, when your in a long distance relationship, were talking about countries apart people, you need to find ways to stay connected ALL the time. So I wanted to share some of the cute cards I bought this week that I will be sending my honey as soon as I receive them in the mail. I know sending letters is old school, especially since our worlds revolve around the internet but there's something about hand writing & mailing a letter that seems so much more romantic. Don't ya think?

Love,
Luisa

via:  Sapling Press

 

via: Tabletop Made 

via: Wishbone Letterpress

via: Social Proper 

via: Hello Lucky

Oscar Makeup Looks

Unfortunately, I missed the Oscars and for some reason I completely forgot to TiVo them. But as always, after an awards show I always go online and look at the hair, makeup, jewels, and of course the dresses. I am loving the nude lip with pink undertones and overall the simple but classic makeup.

Love,
Luisa

Photos: www.bellasugar.com

   

Oscars 2012: Best Dressed

Well, here you go. My picks for best dressed at the Oscars. 


Love,
Luisa 

Hair Cut

Sooo I am in desperate need of a haircut. I don't think I have cut my hair since I went to Europe and that was August of last year! Yup, true story! I finally made the appointment so of course I've been looking for inspiration everywhere. I want something mid-length but that doesn't look too short when I curl it. Here's what I've been eyeing & feel free to make suggestions as to which hair style you like more.
 Love,
 Luisa

      

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Giving Back

1. Gracelette NYC | "The red and turquoise strings represent the courage and strength that resides within all of us." A portion of the proceeds of these beautiful and delicate bracelets goes to helping the homeless. 

2. Fashion. Love, Africa | These hand knitted bags are truly made with love, they are woven by the female residents living in the garbage slum of Nakuru, Kenya. Each bag is purchased directly from the women who constructed it, allowing her a consistent source of income.

3. Hand in Hand Soap | Not only are these soaps eco-friendly & vegan but the best part is that for every bar of soap purchased, hand in hand will donate a bar to save a child's life! Each year over 5 million people die of diseases cause by poor water quality and lack of proper hygiene. 

4. David Babaii for Wildaid | These hair products are created with a blend of exotic natural and renewable ingredients. They also support the beauty in nature by donating 10% of all profits to the global wildlife conservation organization in order to help save our endangered animals. 

5. Feed | The Feed Foundation has been around since 2006 and they have amazed me with all they have accomplished since then. Their mission is to create good products that help feed the world. 

6. Warby Parker | This eye wear company was created because unfortunately millions of people around the world don't have access to proper vision care. When you buy a pair, they give a pair to someone in need. 

One of my many missions in life is to be able to give back in any way I can. Which is why it makes me happy to see that more brands are starting to build their entire business model on the concept of giving back. Of course most of us have heard of Toms and their selfless idea of giving a pair of shoes to a child in need, but I wanted to dig deeper and find what other brands were doing the same. Sadly, there are not many but the companies I did find are doing something truly inspiring. Check them out. 

Pop Chart: Food & Drink

I guess when you combine the brains of a book editor and a graphic designer your bound to get something amazing and unique, which is exactly what Pop Chart Lab is. According to the founders their goal is to "render all of human experience in chart form. Well, the results are pretty cool and I this is something that will definitely be going on my 'to buy' list.

Enjoy, 

Luisa 

Photos by: Pop Chart Lab 

Burberry Prorsum Fall 2012

The Burberry Prorsum Fall 2012 collection is absolutely stunning. The whole collection looks wearable with a grunge feel. I loved all the bows, studs, and velvet; especially the studded gloves, they are to die! Here are some of my favorites, but here is the link to check out the full collection.
Enjoy,
Luisa

Photos: Courtesy of Style.com

Currently LOVE:

I can not express how much I currently love little brown pen. I think I especially love it because it is combining the two loves of my life photography & Paris. Ill let you discover it on your own but here are some of my favorite prints by Nichole. Oh, and don't forget to check out her blog too.
Love,
Luisa

i miss you

I always thought I was so lucky because at 23 years old I had never lost anyone remotely close to me. This past week things have changed and I lost someone very dear and special to me -my grandpa. Despite his long life battle with alcoholism, he had the heart of an angel and his grandchildren were his pride and joy. It breaks my heart to say goodbye to him, but then again I hope that one day I will get to see him again. Whether that be heaven or whatever comes after life. I was rummaging though some of my moms photo albums and found two pictures that I love of my grandpa and I when I was little. Well, I cant express how much I miss you grandpa and how much I hope that you are by our sides even in spirit. Te quiero tanto abuelito!!

4.22.1941- 2.8.2012

White

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