... and a Puppy 'neath the Christmas Tree

Everyone, I'd like to introduce you to "Sweety"-she's a Boston Terrier and our new baby. A darling. I strongly encourage those who can, to rescue animals (both cats and dogs) from your local shelters. It's a wise choice and a good deed.

I hope everyone had the loveliest of Christmases today. I anticipate that you not only saw your own wishes come true, but also made others' wishes come true today. On Christmas day, we made the wish of a puppy come true. We rescued her from the Humane Society.

I'd love to hear what everyone received. I am still picking up and organizing it all away myself. xx

Christmas day:

• The best part was the dinner. Well, actually, the dessert. -Think vanilla cake with whipped cream and Dulce de leche on top.
• I received some cool films on DVD: Kung Fu Panda, The Dark Knight, and Space Chimps.
• Weeds The Complete Three Seasons on DVD (now I can finally sit down and watch all 3 in a row) I have never seen it before, so I'm hoping it should be fun. Especially since MK Olsen is supposed to be in the Third Season. :)
  
• Clothes (which I am still trying on and having fun organizing away.)
• $$$ / gift cards
  
• chocolate and candy
• Shoes
  
• Makeup
• Perfume
  
• a Tripod!!!
  

Tee: forever 21. Leggings: Macy's Jrs. Ballet Flats: Report. Sunglasses: Perry Ellis

Of One Million Bending Bones

I had a ball at the Classical Christmas concert. Eggnog, Champagne, truffles and Hot Chocolate were served at intermission. The Nutcracker montage is still my favorite part. One older woman even asked me where I got my dress from. My Grandmother just beamed, silently, next to me. I was the only one in green. Can you believe it? I stood out, amongst the red and gold clad women. But in a good, Christmasy way.

This weekend I got creative. I owe it all to Topshop, Erin Wasson, Knightcat and LeFlassh for inspiring me to make these DIY slasher jeans.

Sweater: Vintage. Striped tee: forever 21. Scarf: Alexander McQueen. Slashed jeans: DIY from American Rag. Ankle booties: Nine West.

• The Holiday party on Saturday night was Italian food themed (Polenta and mushrooms, Antipasto) spinach and artichoke dip. Homemade pumpkin bread and "oreo balls" for dessert; crushed up oreo cookies (frozen into a ball) andf then covered in white chocolate. So good.
  
• The special surprise is for Christmas I was told. Now I really can't wait to find out what it is.
• I made another video.
  
• I love Devendra.
  

Cleopatra Eyes from fashion chalet on Vimeo.

Erika's Holiday Wishlist '08!

The Supermelon contacted me to make one.
Enjoy. And have a Happy Holiday!

I heard the Sugar Plum fairies dancing in my head

Christmas Cheer is here, the concert that is. I will be attending a Classical Christmas show at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts. My Grandmother surprised me with the tickets yesterday, as an early Holiday present. So we will be attending the performance together this evening. And I had so much fun putting this festive look together for the occasion. My favorite is always the Nutcracker montage.


Dress: Vintage (belong to my Grandmother, handmade, from when she was in her 20's). Coat: International Concepts. Tights: L'eggs. Heels: Vintage. Clutch: Liz Claiborne. Cocktail ring: Costume.

• I am told there will be a special surprise for me this weekend??
• I am attending a Holiday party this weekend where there will be lots of fun, food and music among spending time with both family and friends. I always look forward to this one in particular.
• I have found a new amazing blog. I suggest checking it out here.
• I made a silly, fun video of my Christmas tree. Hope you like it.
  

O Christmas Tree! from fashion chalet on Vimeo.

Trolley Wood

My brother and I stumbled across an abandoned old parking lot, housing what used to be an Antique shop and quaint little Chinese buffet. We thought it the perfect photo opt for this particular set. "Spirit in the Sky" was on repeat in my mind all the while ♥

T-Shirt: vintage, was my Mom's from Paris.
Tank: Hanes.
Plaid shirt: vintage.
Tights: Target.
Boots: Gift.

*Questions / Answered:

The 'Holiday Classics' I bought were: Planes, Trains & Automobiles-- a family tradition especially during Thanksgiving!! and A Christmas Story and Home Alone 2. I also love watching Christmas Vacation, Elf and Happy Feet during the Holidays.

Who's my favorite right now? Tallulah Morton is my current favorite "it" girl. Adorning everything from my Desktop to my blog.



My top 3 favorite songs off of Circus, the new Britney Spears CD are: (1) Shattered Glass, (2) My Baby, and (3) If U Seek Amy.



By the way; The Supermelon.com are having another contest. They regularly feature new, dynamic fashionistas for their Real Style section. Now is the time, however, to reward the lucky lady whom readers feel is most worthy of the esteemed 2008 Best Real Style title and some pampering! You can view my feature here. And you can vote for me here, if you so wish.



Photos: MTV, amazon and Cobrasnake