Little Obsessions #1

Although I like to think summer is my favorite season with all the sun and beach opportunities, Autumn is nearest to my heart. The beginning of the holidays, spices, hot drinks, deep, rich colors, snuggling in cozy blankets, and walks in the crisp air... the list could go on. Though I'll admit I'm spoiled in LA, where "crisp" is other places' warm and beach days are still on the schedule. But I'm always obsessing over one thing or another so here are my current obsessions, heavily Autumn inspired.

1. THIS VIDEO:


Red Velvet Lookbook / Fall 2011 from elsie larson on Vimeo.

If you want these looks in your closet as much as I do, go here.

2. VANILLA CHAI & MUSTARD SEED CAFE. I know this season is all about Pumpkin Spice Lattes. A vanilla chai can be enjoyed year round, but that's only because they are the most delicious drink found on this earth. Exaggeration much? Well I did say these were my obsessions. And Mustard Seed Cafe is my favorite local place to drink these delicious concoctions. If you're in the Los Feliz/LA area, don't miss this gem of a place.

This is my favorite kind to make at home. Elephant Vanilla Chai (buy it here). I'm thinking the 4lb bag. Don't judge.

3. SWEET POTATOES. This probably sounds silly, but I dare you to try baking one. It's good even without the loads of butter, sour cream and cheese. Can your run-of-the-mill, Russet potato say that? I'm not convinced.
Sweet potatoes are especially tasty with pecans, like this recipe.
Mmm.
Instant taste of Fall!
Let me go google some more recipes right now...

4. BB DAKOTA on Modcloth. Particularly this cardigan.

Look at those beautiful Fall leaf colors!  All I want is to snuggle up with the above mentioned vanilla chai and a good read (possibly the new design*sponge at home book.). Sigh.

5. LAURA MARLING. A Creature I Don't Know just released this week. You won't regret spending your money on this one. Her voice is flawless and perfectly haunting. Autumn as represented by music and moving pictures:

Fall Inspiration

We've been experiencing 80 degree heat, but when the calendar hits September, I consider it time for Fall style. Boots and tights please! This Fall is all about 60's inspiration. The gorgeous collars, lace up boots, polka dots, and mod silhouettes all remind me why this is my favorite season. I can't wait for pumpkins, hot drinks, and holidays. Now if only the LA sun will cooperate and turn itself down a few degrees! The following are a few of my favorite collections so far.

The most lovely patterns and details, if only I could afford a piece or two of this collection by Lauren Moffatt:

 

 

 

 


I loved everything about this lookbook of styles for the office this Autumn. I would have posted every outfit, but after some time (which I'd rather not disclose), I was able to decide on these as my top two. The polka dots with the stripes is just flawless and that mustard yellow! Well let's just say I'm still in the middle of my romance with this color. Head over to Ruche to see all the other beautiful looks.

If you've never read the blog, A Beautiful Mess, now if the time to start. Call it a new Fall resolution? Trust me, you won't me disappointed. Elsie always has the sweetest posts. And if you're looking for some one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces to add to your wardrobe, then look no further than her shop, Red Velvet. Tomorrow her new collection becomes available, but items are limited and sell out fast, so stretch out your fingers and get ready to click away!

And last, but certainly not least, the new stylebook by Modcloth. In my eyes, they can do no wrong, and so far I have never been disappointed. There's not much I can say, except, I'm in love, I'm in love and I don't care who knows it! Take a peak for yourself: