do not miss this!!

Okay, you know how much I LOOOOVE Aris on the Coast, so you can imagine my excitement on this one! This sale is HUGE and starts tomorrow. I literally want everything in this store, so I know the goods are going to be soooo good! The event ends Saturday, so stop in and treat yourself to a lil something gorg!

A lot of my friends are in Vegas this week and what better way to take a break from the craziness than with a trunk show at Beckley Boutique in the gorgeous Cosmopolitan Hotel! Meet designer Samantha Wills and indulge in beautiful jewels from her latest collection!

Since we are in major wedding mode (officially 3 months to the day yesterday!), I had to include this registry party at Crate&Barrel for any brides that are just starting out. This is a great way to register, have people in the store help you with products, and most importantly – use the gun!!! Isn’t that what we all look forward to? This is going on in multiple stores all over the country so click here to find a store near you and set your appointment!

xx…btq girl

available at aris on the coast

xx…btq girl

aris: 1155 north coast highway. laguna beach. ca. 92651. 949-497-8300. www.arisonthecoast.com

my go to for all things amazing

Aris is hands down one of my favorite shops, not only because I love Trey (the owner), but I can always find the most unique and gorgeous things here. With only a few more days left to shop, I put together a list of some of my favorite things that would be the perfect holiday gift for anyone on your list…

iittala carafes and glasses for the wine enthusiast (from $45 – $95)

gorgeous linen coasters for the holiday hostess ($75)

cozy mohair throws for the living room or the bedroom ($295)

you can never go wrong with a diptyque candle ($60)

a mini diptyque travel trio for the jet setter ($88)

coffee table books ranging from fashion, interior design, and photography ($50 – $150)

butter nail lacquer makes the perfect stocking stuffer ($16)

out of this world black sea salt caramels for anyone with a sweet tooth ($20)

Aris will have extended holiday hours for the next couple days and will also be open on Christmas Eve! Now if you don’t live in Laguna, no need to fret – all of these little prezzies are just a phone call away. And did we mention they have the most beautiful gift wrap? You still have time and you don’t have to do the wrapping!

xx…btq girl

time to party at aris on the coast

one of our favorite people, aris owner, trey russell

If you have ever shopped Aris, you know it is the epitome of luxury with every detail planned out and executed to perfection. As I had mentioned in a previous post, Trey has a way of taking your shopping dreams and turning them into reality! Well it was clear that the reality of last night was that the holidays are here and you were going to kick it off in style! The Veuve was flowing, there was a cheese table (not cheese plate!), amazing sweets, to die for new collections (J Brand RTW!), and Diptyque candles all around to entice your holiday senses…

the main room with my favorite kate moss pic

diptyque candles set the mood

the garden oasis leads you another room full of amazing pieces

champagne delights

guest enjoy one of three shopping areas

diane cotton jewels

trey and party guests

UH-mazing food

new j brand rtw…dying over these leather pants

I actually dreamt about these salted caramels last night!

I truly can’t think of a better way to start the holiday season! I said it before and I will say it again, if you have never been in Aris, do yourself a favor and stop in!! It is gorgeous, inspiring, and I promise you will walk out with a piece that you will truly cherish forever. Literally every time I drive away, I am always thinking about how soon I can come back – yes, it is that good! Happy holiday season friends!

xx…btq girl

aris: 1155 north coast highway. laguna beach. ca. 92651. 949-497-8300. www.arisonthecoast.com

One of my fave Weho boutiques, Satine, is hosting a trunk show for Simone – looove this collection! And the best part, you can CUSTOMIZE your own motorcycle or varsity jacket! Ummm Yes please! Details below….

love

Aris on the Coast, one of my ultimate DREAM boutiques in Laguna Beach, is hosting their annual Holiday party tomorrow night from 5pm to 9pm. If you have never been in this store, take a tour from my last post here! It is gorgeous and simply impossible to come out empty handed. It’s the perfect place to stock up on some much needed party dresses…

can’t miss it

Hope you can join!

xx…btq girl

satine: 8134 west 3rd st. los angeles. ca. 90048. 323-655-2142. www.satineboutique.com

aris: 1155 north coast highway. laguna beach. ca. 92651. 949-497-8300. www.arisonthecoast.com

stop in and find some amazing goodies!

Happy Monday!

xx…btq girl

aris: 1155 north coast highway. laguna beach. ca. 92651. 949-497-8300. www.arisonthecoast.com

speechless

yes yes yes and yes!!!!!!

so romantic...love him

Now I want to assure you, the blog is not going to turn into a ton of wedding boutiques, but I am thrilled to add another element and share with you some great shops that I look forward to finding along the way. And if you have any suggestions, I would love to hear!

So I guess the cutie bf will now be referred to as the cutie fiancé…I like the sound of that!

xx…btq girl

heaven on pch

Trey Russell, who opened Aris 6 years ago, has literally taken all your shopping dreams and turned it into the most gorgeous reality. He also did it in my favorite color story – grey and white walls as the backdrop with black and white photographs to compliment. Aris is comprised of three separate spaces, all perfectly merchandised, with an emphasis on the ever changing color stories. As I walked in, I was first greeted by Trey (love him!) and had a Pellegrino in hand before I could even bat an eyelash. Then I was off to the Navy, White, and Orange room where the white walls and beamed ceilings made the designer collections pop…

cacharel, nili lotan, l'agence and more

love this combo

repetto rainbow

Next, I made my way through the enchanting garden to the Black, Camel, and White room. Inside this color story, there were delectable pieces from L’Agence, Malene Birger, Helmet Lang, Nellie Partow, Haute Hippie and Phillip Lim. As I perused through each designer, in the company of an Aris regular client, Trey mentioned to her that if she wasn’t in the mood to shop today, he would be happy to “memo” the pieces – wrap them up so she could take them home, try in her closet, and bring back anything that didn’t work. Talk about excellent customer service!

making our way through the garden

note the two tone phillip lim 31 hour bag...my fave

alexandre birman for the shoe obsessed

Last but certainly not least, I made my way to the main store that played host to a grey and white color story. In this space, there were pieces from 0039 Italy, MiH Jeans, Antik Batik, L’Angence, along with home goods from husband and wife team R+Y Augousti Paris and table linens from Alexandre Turpault. There is also an alcove of fashion books, every Diptyque candle you can imagine, Barton Perreira sunglasses, fresh cut flowers, and an array of nail colors from Butter.

from designer collections to pieces for the home

greys, whites, and kate

aurélie bidermann necklace and 1920's gold plated lace cuff

geranium rose is in the air

for your reading enjoyment

hello again kate

sunnies from barton perreira

complete the look with polish

This is what I call a very sophisticated one stop shop. So take a little trip to Aris and see for yourself why I am in love with this boutique.  I can guarantee Trey will have new set of color stories for you to fall in love with!

xx…btq girl

aris: 1155 north coast highway. laguna beach. ca. 92651. 949-497-8300. www.arisonthecoast.com (be sure to watch the amazing video on the home page – LOVE!)

…my boyfriend and I were down in laguna for a family vacation and I saw King Louie sitting in front of our hotel. Catching a glimpse of the Louis Vuitton cavas convertible top, I knew I had to stop and take some pictures to share.

sitting pretty

custom LV interior

door detailing

driver's delight

umm yeah...amaze

ready for a sunday drive up the coast

This stunner is in mint condition AND for sale…talk about a couture Thelma and Louise moment!

xx…btq girl

*images courtesy of my android and King Louie’s owner