Romeo and Juliet Couture Holiday Style Guide

This Holiday Season I am sharing some amazing looks from one of my favorite fashion brands the NYC based Romeo and Juliet Couture! Check out how I styled these winter essential pieces below for all your holiday glam inspo!

1. NYE Sparkle

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I love this black dress because New Years Eve is all about sparkle! I styled it with these metallic black and silver stockings and these Kollectin Jewels! I went for a kind of retro glam look inspired by Marilyn Monroe since I was in Vegas! The diamonds in the background at the Cosmopolitan Chandelier bar really bring out the sparkle in this dress making it perfect for going out! It is slim fitting so it is great for a party dress but still classy and comfortable to wear!

Get this look with the R+J black sparkly velvet party dress. Bonus: it's on sale right now! https://romeoandjulietcouture.com/shop/asymmetrical-ribbed-velvet-dress-sequin-detail/

2.Classy Christmas Red

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I am obsessed with this red lace dress because it is so versatile! It is of course perfect for the holiday season because it has this beautiful dark red color and can be worn to any holiday party at the office or among friends! However I feel like it could work for so many other things too! It is well fitted but not low cut so it would make a great work dress if you are really looking to dress up for the office. It could also be a great date night dress for Valentine's Day because it has the classic sweetheart neckline and all this beautiful lace detailing. This is a winter staple item you must have in your closet!

Get this look with the simple and elegant R+J red lace bodycon dress https://romeoandjulietcouture.com/shop/bodycon-midi-lace-dress/

3. Glamour Girl

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This jumpsuit is the cutest thing and actually really comfortable too! It is made out of soft and warm material perfect for the winter months. Plus it has this fun cutout and cute bow giving it a girly look. I styled it with my white fur coat and Juicy Couture chunky ankle boots for a fun and over the top fashion look. It was perfect for Vegas and made me feel very chic all night long!

Get this extra style with this chic and comfy R+J plaid jumpsuit. https://romeoandjulietcouture.com/shop/plaid-tie-front-jumpsuit/

4. The Pink Lady Look

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I LOVE this pink metallic jacket! I feel like I'm going to be wearing it on repeat all winter long because it goes with so many things! I styled it with my black jeans and this sparkly Express tank top plus these matching pink metallic Guess heels for a very retro and daring style. I was inspired by the classic black leather look Sandy wore in Grease the movie so I went with a bold lip and curled my hair as well. It was so fun to walk around Vegas in this outfit and I got tons of compliments!

Get this Retro Grease Movie Style with the R+J Pink Metallic Moto Jacket https://romeoandjulietcouture.com/shop/foil_moto_jacket/

If you want to see more of these looks check out my new post The Top 10 Most Insta Worthy Spots in Las Vegas! 

What Does Tom Schwartz Want For Christmas This Year?

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I got an exclusive interview with reality star and new bar owner Tom Schwartz at the ChildHelp Charity night in Beverly Hills where he told me all about his plans for the holidays including what he wants most for Christmas this year! It’s definitely not what you’d think either! The Vanderpump rules star made a rare solo red carpet appearance for the event held at the Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills. You can read more about the event in this article.

First, he talked about how exciting it was to finally be living his dream of owning his own business here in LA saying, “It’s surreal to see my name on a billboard on Santa Monica Blvd you know? I’ve just been lucky since moving to LA. I mean there were highs and lows don’t get me wrong I went through a few rough patches but lately I’ve just been really fortunate. The bar is going really well. I just got to have my mom out here and I took her to the bar and it was such a magical moment I cried and it as like a dream come true.”

Then we got to talking about the holiday season and what a great time of year it is to give. Tom said, “I’m looking forward to giving back more I’ve just been blessed lately and I want to pay it forward and I’m always looking for more charities to contribute to and be a part of and just give back a little bit.”

Tom mentioned the ChildHelp charity that he was supporting on the red carpet that night and said, “It’s really cool, I was aware of this but I didn’t realize the reach, I had no idea how long it had been around and I was just reading about their story and the creation of this. I was just blown away. They’re making a difference every single day and they’re doing great work and I plan on being more involved here now that I know more about the charity.”

But besides giving, the other big thing the holidays brings to mind is what we can get. Speaking of presents Tom shared what his number one on his list for Christmas this year saying, “I just wanna spend more time with my family. I don’t get to see them nearly enough, they live on the opposite coast and I miss them so much I literally think about them everyday. I’m gonna go home and I’m just gonna snuggle with my mom and my dad and give my brothers a big kiss. I’m gonna spoil everybody maybe take them on some sort of lavish trip like the keys or something. Get some scooters, go fishing catch and release of course!”

So there you have it, more time with family is what Tom is most looking forward to this Christmas. What a great way to spend the holidays! What are you guys most looking forward to this season??

The Ultimate Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide!

If you're like me and you have procrastinated on holiday shopping until the very last minute read on because I've got you covered! Life can be messy sometimes especially around the holidays and even though we'd like to have all our gift shopping done it doesn't always happen! Here is a list of my favorite last minute products and stocking stuffers that are sure to put a smile on everyone's face this year! I've even got stuff for the pickiest person on your list so I hope you enjoy! Since I'm traveling for Christmas this year I focused on portable and small items that you can fit in your suitcase while still leaving room for all those winter clothes!

Gifts for Your Girl Gang

These are the perfect gifts for all the boss babes in your life whether it's for your amazing BFF or your mom you'll find the perfect thing in this list below.

Shiseido Holiday Make-Up

For the beauty guru in your life check out the amazing sparkles and colors in the Shiseido Holiday palette this year!

Joico Temporary Hair Color

These fun mini hair colors make the perfect stocking stuffers and come in so many bright hues!

Cleopatra CatEye Kit

For the boss babe in your life this Cleopatra eye make up makes getting the perfect cat eye easy and quick! Save her some time in the morning since she's always on the go and looking fabulous while conquering the world!

Joico BlondeLife Hair Care

This shampoo and conditioner set is perfect for anyone you know with blonde hair. It is made to brighten and nourish blonde hair!

Bdellium Tools blending brush

This blending brush is a stellar stocking stuffer for your make up junkie friend! The soft brush is made for blending eye makeup and creating the perfect look!

JoiBalm Lipbutter

This grape flavored lipbalm is great for the free spirited girl in your life who is always traveling somewhere new. It is nourishing for log plane rides and easy to store in a purse or carry on. Plus it smells delicious too!

Nicole Frank Compact Mirror

Another great gift for the traveler in your life this little compact mirror make sit easy to touch up your look on the go!

JuvaLips Lip plumper tool

The JuvaLips lip plumper tool will brighten the holidays for any beauty lover! This kit can make getting the perfect pout easy with only a few minutes of treatment.

Grow Your Own Herbs Kit Thoughfully Giftset

I am giving this fun kit from Thoughtfully to my grandmother this year because she loves to garden! If you know someone with a green thumb they will love this beautiful set!

Thoughtfully Gift Sets

We all know guys are notoriously hard to shop for so take some of the pressure off this year with these curated gift sets from Thoughtfully. Let them do all the leg work this year and they will send you the perfect gifts for the guys in your life! I got to try out the Thoughtfully service this year and am gifting this fun mini hot sauce assortment they gave me to my grandfather since he loves to cook!

Kollectin Horoscope Necklace

Check out this personalized jewelry from Kollectin for the perfect gift for friends or co-workers. If you don't know much about the person yet but you want to get them something nice this Charmed by Megan collection of sun sign necklaces is perfect! All you need to know is their birthday and you will have the perfect personalized gift to stick in their stocking or place under the tree at secret santa this year! I love my scorpio necklace that my friends at Kollectin sent me for my birthday this year! Plus, in my family we have two birthdays right after Christmas and these will make the perfect gift to celebrate their special day so that it stands out from their Christmas gifts!

Happy Holidays everyone! I hope this gave you some inspiration as you search for the perfect gifts this year thanks for reading!

Tis the Season! Check Out My Article for Hollywood Glam Magazine on the Hollywood Christmas Parade

http://www.hollywoodglammagazine.com/2018/11/29/celebs-perform-christmas-carols-and-more-at-the-hollywood-christmas-parade/

Clare Dunn Performs at the Hollywood Christmas Parade

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This year country singer Clare Dunn headlined the Hollywood Christmas parade on the walk of fame on Sunday November 25th. She performed several Christmas classics wearing a showstopping winter themed look with over the knee boots and a long red velvet jacket. She also gave the audience a special treat and premiered her new single "Tuxedo" for everyone. The country star gave a high energy performance with the lights of the TCL Chinese Theater in the background and giant floating Christmas decorations all around. Other musical performances included American Idol star Kimberly Caldwell who also performed some beautiful Christmas classics.

Afterwards she rode on a float in the parade with her family! Check out my coverage of the parade in Hollywood Glam magazine and watch my exclusive interview with none other than Santa Claus below!

For the red carpet I went with a Holiday themed look with some Hollywood flare and wore this cute red velvet dress (matching Clare Dunn in the red velvet!) and these Kollectin pearls. I love this dress because it is warm but still comfy and has kind of a gypsy vibe to it with the flared sleeves which ended up being perfect for this event!

Have you been naughty or nice this year?!

How to Look Your Most Stylish Heading Home this Holiday Season

It feels like this holiday season came out of nowhere this year! Now it's almost time to pack up and head home for Thanksgiving dinner. If you're scrambling to find something to wear and are stressing about looking your best when heading home and running into all your old friends and relatives don't worry! Read on for some great tips on what to wear to look your best!

Tip No.1 Dress to Flatter Your Body Type

If you are looking to impress your judgey aunt or are anticipating running into an ex this holiday season this is not the time to experiment with trendy new styles you've never worn before. Go for a look that you know flatters your body type. Even if you're feeling bold you can still play with prints or find some stand out accessories to take your outfit to the next level. A few key things to remember are: stay away from horizontal stripes because vertical stripes are more slimming, darker colors tend to be more flattering, belts are perfect for accentuating your waistline, and color blocking can be your friend if you pick the right pieces. Try this guide to color blocking that I found here for more inspo!

Tip No.2 Add Some Sparkle 

Speaking of accessories, the holiday season is all about glitter and this is the perfect time of year to show off your love for sparkles! Pull out that sequin piece from your closet or treat yourself to some glittering baubles. Statement jewelry is great for showing off your personality and it can also serve as the perfect conversation starter at your mom's annual holiday party. My favorite place to find fabulous jewelry for the holidays is Kollectin. Check out their endless selection of fashionable jewelry using my discount code CERISESDUM and treat yourself! Plus you might find the perfect thing for a few other people on your list this year!

Tip No.3 Don't Wear All Black 

Black is a classic winter color and everyone loves throwing on a little black dress but this year you can look even more festive if you incorporate some color into your outfit. Try a plum, deep red, maroon, navy blue, or even a dark pink this year! Wearing all black can get boring all winter long and brightening up your outfit will get you in the holiday spirit!

Tip No.4 Stay Away from Flowy Styles 

Again, if you're dressing to impress this holiday season hiding under flowy styles won't help you look any better. Contrary to what you might think choosing clothes that are fitted to your body will actually make you look better. Flowy styles can have a volumizing effect and might do the opposite of what you're hoping when trying to look trim and polished this season. Instead of a drapey knit sweater pick a fitted cashmere style and you'll be turning heads all night long.

Tip No.5 Don't Forget Your Beauty Routine 

It's your time to shine this time of year and holiday make-up can be super fun to wear! You can use sparkles almost everywhere to stand out from your eye make up to your hair. My favorite way to get the full holiday glam effect is to wear sparkly body spray or lotion that will catch the light making you twinkle like a snowflake.

Check Out My Article on the ChildHelp Charity Event in Hollywood Glam Magazine!

http://www.hollywoodglammagazine.com/2018/11/19/child-help-charity-holds-hollywood-heroes-night-in-beverly-hills/

Laura Marano, Jake Miller and Other Celebs Attend ChildHelp's Hollywood Heroes Night in Beverly Hills

Kicking off the holiday season in style, celebs and other guests attended the ChildHelp Hollywood Heroes charity night at the Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills this past Tuesday night. The event featured performances from Laura Marano who performed her brand new song "Me" and Jake Miller who also shared new music. The event was held at the Riveria 31 lounge and it was the perfect setting for the intimate performances. Thoughtfully giftbaskets also sponsored the event and several celebs got into the Thoughtfully spirit including Laura Marano Chelsea Kane and more. The giftbags were so cute and specially curated making them the perfect option for gifts this holiday season.Everyone came dressed up in their winter styles as well and I got the exclusive fashion coverage from the red carpet. Everyone was excited to come out and support a good cause so I spoke to celebs about charity, the holidays and of course what they were wearing!

Ava Cantrell of Young Sheldon made a surprise appearance on the red carpet that evening wearing a purple sequin cocktail dress. She said of ChildHelp and her look, "Its such a great cause, amazing! I don't know the designer I feel terrible but I it's super sparkly and fun!" She also wore matching purple eye make up told me that she had planned the look to match. We talked about her upcoming projects and awards season being right around the corner as well. She told me. "I'm so excited for that I love that!"

Chelsea Kane was another star who made a fashion statement at the event that night dressed in head to toe animal print. We talked about all things fashion and the charity as well.

She said, "I'm so happy to be here. It's an amazing organization and I had the opportunity to visit their village earlier in the year and I'm hosting their event on December 2nd their Christmas pageant and I think it's an amazing cause to support."

Speaking of Christmas the star also shared some exciting news about her new Christmas movie coming out this season called "Christmas By the Book".

She said, "While you're at home and getting ready for the holiday season you can watch it!"

The former Disney star also talked about some other exciting upcoming projects saying, "I've been keeping busy I just found out on Friday about something I'll be shooting next week that I don't think I'm allowed to announce yet so stay tuned! I also have a show on Adult Swim and the second season is about to premier it's called Hot Streets."

She jokingly told me about her eye catching red carpet style saying, "It's subtle right?? I'm wearing Zara, the earrings are mine and the jewelry is mine."

I also spoke to Hallmark star Christina Ochoa who told me about her glittery look by Free People. She was so excited to support the event and is passionate about spreading awareness for all kinds of social issues. She told me about ChildHelp which she has worked with for many years saying, "It's the oldest and largest organization They've been working for 60 years now it's not only preventing child abuse at the root of it not only helping prevent that but also solving the problem and helping grant the children who have been victims of that with foster and childcare services and platforms where they feel safe and places where they are encouraged to flourish."

She also talked about her work on the ABC hit A Million little things saying, "Right now I'm on a show called A Million little things and I think that has been doing as much of a good job as possible of also spreading awareness of other social issues like depression, suicide, breast cancer. I think that when you have a platform you have to try and use it to spread messages of love and support towards those causes."

Reality star Tom Schwartz talked to me about his success after Vanderpump Rules, his relationship and, finally owning his own restaurant as well as his look for the night. He told me about his statement glasses saying, "If you look right behind you we're across from the Beverly Center there's this cool little place in there called C and I got these at C."

He gushed about his shirt telling me, "This is from Robert Barraket shout out to him. I got to collaborate with him up in Montreal and they make these amazing T-shirts." He showed off the  material of the shirt saying, "See, This is so soft!"

He talked about the domestic bliss of being married to his wife Kate Maloney saying, "I mean two years into marriage and it's getting harder and harder for me to just put on shoes. Yeah, I'm a scrub by nature but I didn't want to schlep at this event."

Laura Marano and Jake Miller also made appearances on the red carpet before their shows.

I caught up with Laura who I interviewed last at the Global Green Pre-Oscars gala and we talked about her new movie that she is producing herself. She announced it's finally coming out in summer 2019 and has been in the works since last year! She told me about her glam look for the show which was perfect for the Hollywood Heroes theme saying, "I'm wearing Rachel Zoe who is actually one of the sponsors of the event and I'm wearing YSL jewelry." Laura sang her brand new song "Me" live for the first time later on for us that night and gave an amazing performance.

Jake Miller talked to me about his new music and the event saying, "I'm very excited to perform tonight, anytime I get to give back to the community is a lot of fun for me and really the whole reason I'm in music so I'm very excited to be here."

He shared some more details about the new single he planned to perform for us saying, "It's called "Wait for You" and it's very upbeat I made the beat I wrote the lyrics and I did it all by myself and it's my first single with Sony so I'm very excited about it."

He was wearing a leather jacket and AllSaints clothing for the performance but when talking about his look he told me, "I'm not very good with fashion actually."

Halloween Masquerade Ball at the Sixty in Beverly Hills

This year I got to celebrate Halloween in style at the Halloween masquerade ball on the rooftoop of the charming Sicty Hotel in Beverly Hills. The event was hsoted by MTS development and everyone came dressed in their best masks and Halloween attire. The venue was perfect with 360 views of LA and lounge seating for relaxing and enjoying the cityscape.

There was a best dressed contest and plenty of photo ops. Bloggers and creatives from all over LA turned out to celebrate the haunted holiday in their best gowns and creative masks. The music was great and the DJ got everyone in a party mood with Halloween classics like Thriller. Soon the crowd was dancing the night away and the best part was everyone was anonymous so people were trying out all kinds of dance moves. The stylish crowd was mingling and everyone seemed to have a great time.



I wore a vintage midnight blue floor length dress with a silver mask and silver accessories. I love this dress because it has a tie back so there is no sticky zipper to worry about and it always fits like a glove regardless of if I have my summer body or my winter coat on! ;) I loved my hair and makeup look as well courtesy of my BFF Chapman's beauty! This girl is so talented! The whole night was so fun and the masquerade added an extra element of mystery putting me in the Halloween mood! Check out my look below!

Closing Night of LAFW at the Petersen Automotive Museum

This year LAFW held their Spring/Summer 2019 showcase at the Petersen Automotive museum. I attended closing night to see their all star lineup of designers including Irina Malchuk, Irish Latina, Nor, and Bohemian Society. The runway was on the second floor of the msueum and models walked down the catwalk with the amazing vintage cars and specialty models from brands like Porsche, Ford, and Infiniti in the background. I headed to the lounge where there were so many high fashion photo ops and fun displays.

They even had a makeup station where guests could do touch ups to look runway ready and I loved using my new Shiseido lipstick in my favorite fuschia shade that matched my dress perfectly for the night! 
 I loved this garden inspired art by XO Bloom.



I also got to attend with my friend the owner of Rsolute Boutique who came all the way to LA from Alaska! It was so much fun showing her fashion week! The star studded guest list for LA fashion week included Elie Madi who recieved the Moss Adams design award and has designed for A-list celebrities such as JLo, Gwen Stefani and Katy Perry. Former NBA player Kibwe Khari and an America’s Next Top model contestant were also in the front row right next to yours truly!

The first show of the night, Irinia Malchuk kicked things off with a glittery 70s inspired collection. The runway really had a shine to it with these beautiful gowns and fun flirty styles. This pair of lace boots was a crowd favorite and totally unique.

Next, Irish Latina, an eco-friendly brand made of recycled t-shirts kicked things up with an exotic dance performance right on the runway. The models followed strutting down the catwalk in the flouncy and brightly colored designs. Each design had a fun style on the back such as bows or lace up corsets. The collection had a hint of retro style to it as well. I loved all the bright colors and feminine details from this collection.

Then we got a special treat from Nor, a brand from Norway that brought beautiful simple Nordic designs to the runway. My favorite was this simple yet elegant blue dress. The fabric was draped in the middle to form a snowflake pattern and the dress reminded me of something from the Frozen movie!

Finally the show closed with a rockin performance from Bohemian Lifestyle, a fun and loud brand with an artistic flair. The show was also designed to be a story in itself and each model played a character. There were so many interesting things to watch including a model who even skateboarded down the runway! There were also models who took pictures of the audience. The surrealist quality of the show made an artistic statement about the current state of the fashion industry. The reversal of roles from the audience taking pictures to now having the models take pictures of the audience was a reminder about our social media obsessed society. The audience loved it and everyone participated posing and photo bombing the pictures. There was also a set of models coming down the runway posing and shooting like in a photo session. The models looked like they could be acting out the life of a blogger or influencer and made an important statement about the changing fashion marketing trends today. The model and photographer looked like they were almost in their own world and moved seamlessly down the runway changing angels and poses as they walked. There were also several other talented models on the runway including a set of dancers who gave a beautiful performance in matching turquoise dresses that flowed with the dance. 

All in all it was a great show and a fun night with friends and amazing designs!

Check Out My Article for Hercampus on the Top Trends for Fall

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I have been doing some trend spotting and have rounded up the top trends for this fall season for you guys! Read all about it over at Hercampus here! 

https://www.hercampus.com/style/7-fall-fashion-trends-should-be-your-radar