Sunday, December 30, 2012

two thousand twelve : top 12

2012 has brought some amazing memories and I'm welcoming 2013 with a full heart! I can't wait for the new year and all the exciting things to come (becoming a mrs.!) 

Here's a glimpse of all the wonderful things that happened in twenty-twelve. Enjoy!

january: one of many visits from my west coast bestie.  // part one of convincing my little sister brittany to move to SF after graduaton. 
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february: celebrated james' birthday with great friends. // played tourist around SF with james' dad & stepmom 
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march: celebrated my 1st of many 29th birthdays. // girls trip to napa.
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april: explored the bay area and found some new hikes with breathtaking views. day trips to wine country. // yearup baseball game. dates and trips with friends
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may: happiest day of my life, james & I got engaged!! hawaii for a 'engagementmoon' // my baby lola turned 2!
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june: daytime (and windy) fun with friends. // michelle's visit to SF. 
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july: first time camping on angel island. // hiked to a beer garden in the middle of the woods. my favorite holiday: 4th of july! 
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august: giant's game and gorgeous SF weather while watching america's cup. 
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september: ohio for wedding plannng, booked out venue! // cowboys classic and our first time in texas. // julie's 30th // my mom's visited SF. 
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october: blue angel's and park days. // miami to visit michelle!
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november: girls' trip to LA // hiked around the bay. continue to be amazed by the amazing city we live in! and so thankful for all our blessings. 
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december: vegas to celebrate robin's 30th // christmas time and lots of quality time spent with james and lola. 


What a year!! Cheers to a happy* and healthy* 2013!



Wednesday, December 26, 2012

season's greetings


merry christmas & happy holidays!
hope you had a holiday well spent with loved ones by your side.

love&hugs,
ashley

Friday, December 14, 2012

christmas traditions: holiday parties

Holiday Parties

1. Zara dress / 2. Teardrop Bib Necklace / 3. Sam Edelman / 4. J.Crew / 5. Bangles / 6. Via Spiga /  7. Erin Fetherston: Rent the Runway / 8. Henri Bendel / 9. ASOS / 10. Givenchy Drop Earrings


As a little girl, I always loved seeing my mom in something sparkly and my dad in a suit (I would totally scan the exact picture that pops up in my head, but that photo album is back in Ohio). I remember them being all dressed up for their round of Christmas parties and thinking I couldn't wait to grow-up so I could do just the same! Tonight James and I have our first Christmas party and I am excited (really excited!) to get all fancy and celebrate the holiday season with some friends!

If you haven't gathered, I love Polyvore (and just recently realized I can post directly from their site, genius). I am actually wearing the Zara dress and bib necklace tonight! I love the little bit of edge it brings with the leather sleeves. I'm sure I'll be posting pictures throughout the night on Instagram!

Any holiday celebrations this weekend? If so, what are you* wearing? Happy Friday!

love&hugs,
Ashley