Blonder Ambitions

Beauty. Intelligence. Lifestyle.

FABULOUS SANTA BARBARA SPOT – BLUSH

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Blush is a killer spot.  The food is delicious.  The nightlife is phenomenal.  The happy hour specials are spot on.  True locals know that the real gem is Sunday brunch and the bottomless mimosa bar {Fresh fruit? Check. A variety of flavors like strawberry and pomegranate as juice options in lieu of the standard orange-juice-only-mentality? Check. Bubbly champagne? Mmhmm, checccck.}… My closest ... Read the Post

Santa Barbara is full of countless fabulous spots to dine, shop, unwind, be inspired, and enjoy. Here’s one that I personally recommend…

CURRENT OBSESSION – WILLIAM RAST

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Yes, it all started with one simple {okay... not so simple...} purchase: a cream leather jacket embellished with ruffles and zippers that fit me like it was literally custom made {see the full outfit here}.  And, right then and there, William Rast stole my heart {that's the name of this fashion line}.  I am now thoroughly obsessed with everything that William Rast has available.  They have a way ... Read the Post

A designer that is edgy, classic, and seamlessly combines the masculine and feminine.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – GLAM GREASE

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I was having one of those "Bad Sandy" kind of days... the kind of day where this good girl wanted just enough edge {but not too much!}... so I threw on some cigarette pants {buy a pair... now... I have a feeling this trend is on its way back in} and some red lipstick and sauntered {strutted?!} my way through the afternoon.   1. Barton Perreira Faithful $395 2. Oliver Peoples Limited ... Read the Post

Modern day "Bad Sandy" goes glam.

FABULOUS FOUR – BRIGHT & DELICIOUS

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Something about the summertime makes me incessantly crave bright, colorful, fun food... A few of the current frontrunners: ... Read the Post

Colorful cupcakes, candy apples, chocolate and cocktails.

FABULOUS LOCATION – A GIRL’S GUIDE TO VEGAS

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My friends ask me frequently enough {mainly every summer} for tips on the places to be and the things to do when in Las Vegas.  I have already given you a guide for a mellow girls’ weekend {read it here}, but sometimes… it’s fun to go with your crew to Las Vegas.  If you’re going to spend some time in Vegas, make sure that it's fabulous.  Here’s a quick guide to get you started. Where to ... Read the Post

Make sure your Vegas getaway is fabulous. A quick guide on where to stay and where to play.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – JET SET CHIC

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I was about to leave to catch a flight to Vegas... I considered the comfortable option {cute sweat pants, sandals and a hoodie} and then thought about it... Arriving in style sets the tone and there is something nice about the way people used to get dressed up to travel.  I took a cue from fashionable women past and dressed the part... it was a fabulous flight and an even more fabulous trip. 1. ... Read the Post

You already do everything else in style... so why shouldn't you travel that way?