dream catching

Kathryn Bentley has very recently opened her Dream Collective boutique in Silver Lake and I just caught wind of it. It'll be the first place I hit up when in LA next month and I'm sure I'll be heart broken to not be able to get one of each of everything. Sigh..... Nevertheless, it doesn't stop a girl from dreaming. Check out these mineraliscious stones in her fine jewelry collection.

balancing blocks

resembling natural quartz specimens, these balancing blocks by fort standard are the coolest design accent that also double as a great way to keep your children occupied! available for purchase on their website or where i found them at this super cool shop the supply room which is my favorite new obsession.

ok universe

while back in l.a. end of january, i had the pleasure of meeting a beautiful soul and sharing an incredible experience doing the khalsa way pre-natal teacher training with her at golden bridge. i spotted her on the first morning and new that there was something extra special about her (although of course all the participants had their own glorious glow about them) and if anything, it was the universe telling me to pay attention. we ended up being partners for our practicum practice and i got to learn more about her and her amazing talent throughout the week. turns out she is a ceramic artist and photographer and has her own jewelry line that is sold at mohawk general store. i was hooked. and i told the universe, "ok, i get it". we exchanged ideas, i got to meet her angel of a daughter, and i look forward to this friendship blossoming beyond time and space.

 ok universe

pamela love

the spike cuff reinvented. by pamela love

season for giving

because it's finally fall and so much to be thankful for and because it feels good to win and also to give,  i'm excited to announce that i have a special giveaway treat lined up for y'all! the colors are starting to get deeper, warmer; trees are shedding their leaves whose dance down to the earth is so dainty and gracious; nights are cooling; birthday season for family and many friends is always happy; and the best festivities halloween and thanksgiving are around the corner. what could be a better way to celebrate this transition than a good ole' shopping spree? i encountered one of those "must get to the mall asap" moments last week while in CA when the weather severely changed for a couple days (perhaps it also had to do with the fact i was in the desert in 100 degree weather the days prior and i was under-prepared in the wardrobe department). all i needed was one pair of pants, but what a delight when i made a selection of these awesome colors and entered the dressing room to find a line-up that was out of a fashion mag: aubergine, caramel corduroy, burnt orange and currant. 

to the first person who can guess which pair i did NOT buy, a beautiful carnelian mineral specimen will be awarded.

associated with the sun, carnelian is a chalcedony. it physically purifies and cleanses the blood and encourages the formation of new blood cells, stimulates creativity and organization and protects against negative thoughts and energies. 2" tall and 1 1/2 " base, this little pyramid fits snugly in the palm and is a great nightstand or desk piece. leave a comment here with your answer for a chance to win! from left to right in the picture of the pants, the colors are aubergine, caramel, burnt orange and currant. the contest will end wednesday, october 5th at 9pm est. regardless, may the warmth of the season unfold for you in the most delightful of ways, happy fall!

tree fashion

fall is almost here: the temperature dropped from the high 90's to the low 70's and even the trees are ready for it to cool down! spotted earlier this morning on the boulevard.

dreaming in blue

christmas is swiftly approaching and all i can think about is a magical wedding day and registering for the new nest....

the dress


the jewels


the collectibles

bejeweled

if mineral forest designed jewelry (which it should), this is what it would look like. unfortunately for me, but bravo to these amazing designers who are representing the true nature and spirit of gem stones in their raw form and creating awareness about the energetic properties while they're at it!

sonya ooten gem bar in larchmont village is my heaven on earth:




stilbite ring


apophyllite cluster ring


aphrodite aquamarine and multi-chain bracelet


aphrodite rose quartz multi-chain necklace


pave champagne diamond bead with matte black onyx on cord


kindred stones is an up and coming designer on the l.a. scene:

fashion forward

i have been meaning to post something about this magnificent store Confederacy in los feliz for some time now. ever since i bought my Vena Cava dress, Opening Ceremony shoes and Whitely Kros jumpsuit, i am totally in love. it just keeps getting better and better as i unravel the inner makings of this fashion world unto its own.








for starters, ilaria urbinati co-founder of confederacy and style maven extraordinaire, is beyond inspiring. secondly, i just came across Vena Cava's blog, by way of ivanhoe books blog and connected the dots that i have one of their designs, purchased in Confederacy! but my heart skipped a beat and my jaw dropped when i came across this on Vena Cava's blog - utterly mineral forest! the crystalarium collection

diamonds in the rough

echo park may still be a little rough around the edges, but when it comes to fashion and design, step aside. the new kids on the block are going to blow your mind (i know they have mine!)



ladyboy (6 years in the hood) is the perfect example. just visiting the website alone makes me smile, but if you ever catch yourself on Echo Park Avenue, you must stop into Megan & Robbie's world - the dynamic duo owners have captured everything rad about the 80's when it comes to foot ware. I can't wait to buy my own pair, or two!






i have not yet been to mohawk general store and i know i will beat myself up about it forever when i finally do manage to make it because i know in my heart of hearts that this place will rock my world. the shoe collection alone is reason enough to shop here. but the rest of it is equally amazing and i think the blog is pretty awesome as well.