Grrrrr. Argh.

Finally. It's cold enough to wear this ridiculous children's teddy-bear vest that I love so so much. The most man-repellent article of clothing I own...

(boots: Wild Pair, dress: Ella Moss, vest and hat: thrifted)

The Pleasure Of Her Company

Yes, this blog is at times an homage to Fabiana. She is, after all, the very reason I don't solely wear Abercrombie and American Eagle and listen to bad music. All it took was a Freshman year drive from Santa Cruz to LA for Thanksgiving break for me to see the light. A few hours with an ahead-of-her-time-hip Fabi and her impressive i-pod selection and a fruitful stop at the Levi's outlet and my dormant cool-side surfaced at at last. Here she is in all her glory, after Chimays and french fries at Figaro Cafe...

End Of An Era

Today was my very bittersweet last day at 1928 Jewelry. I'd only worked there for 3 years, but it felt like a lifetime. There were ups and downs- as with any job- but at the end of the day I feel like I'm leaving a family of sorts. I'm feeling such an odd assortment of emotions right now. Just plain sad to say goodbye to my home-away-from-home, excited for this new opportunity, terrified about this new opportunity, and pleasantly surprised with myself for taking this somewhat radical leap. I can't predict the future, particularly with all the unknowns involved with my new endeavor, but I can take comfort in knowing there is no way in hell I could have passed this up. And whatever may happen, making this move was something I absolutely needed to do. Somehow it all feels meant to be.

In slightly shallower news- I wore this to meet up with my beloved friend Fabi who was visiting LA from San Fran to celebrate her adorable Mom's bday this past weekend. I got such rave reviews from Fabs and her sister, Jazmin, that I think i will double dip and wear this exact number to my new j-o-b tomorrow...

(coat and belt: vintage, jeans: Gap, button-up: H&M Men's, booties: Urban Outfitters, ring and necklace: self-designed, shades: gas station)

Bells

I'm a very bad blogger, I know. Sorry for the delays between posts. Typical excuse of being insanely busy. I had a brunch with some old friends, two weddings and a family birthday party this weekend. And tomorrow is my first day at my new job! I'm equal parts excited and nervous, but mostly i'm just thinking about what I'll wear the first week.

Here are some shots from my friend Shelley's wedding at the Eagle Rock Center for the Arts. From the found in the forest vibe to the brides fairytale hair the entire evening utterly enchanting...

I will do my very best to get a few posts in next week but it may be tough with the new job and all. I now have to commute to Santa Monica. Bleh. 

Hope you all you have a wonderful week!!

xo

Sheva

Arrowhead

Some more shots from last weekend's trip to Lake Arrowhead with the gang. Most the weekend was spent killing time between meals. Aside from the food some highlights include winning Mafia (again!!), a brief trip into town with Dani to visit the local thrift shop, playing harmonica to Kevin's guitar strumming, a Snow White themed photo shoot (see below), and impromptu dance parties in the kitchen. These are my very favorite weekends...

Lately

Just a few snapshots from my life this past week...

new West Native jewels at Tavin Boutique in Echo Park...lots and lots of African-inspired pieces

Reading all I can about Ghana!! Here's a shot of the Ghana Coastline.

Spent this last weekend in Lake Arrowhead with some of my favorite people...more pics to come later this week

Enjoying sunny Fall in Los Angeles (and my new forest green booties!!)

Cruising the Eastside on the back of my man's Harley

enjoying the intricacies of home :)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

News

So. That big change I was talking about...It's officially official and I can finally sing it from the rooftops (aka type it on my bloggity-blog). I got an amazing new job that will have me traveling to Ghana, West Africa to work with local jewelry artisans. More details to come as it all plays out. But I am so so so excited! The interview process was insanely long and intense and since patience has never been my strong suit it was a bit of a challenge to not go completely insane from anticipation. But alas, it was all worth while. Here are some pictures from the local bead markets in Ghana. This is my dream job :)