The 11th Moon. Laguna Beach, CA

The 11th Moon is a really charming women’s boutique in Laguna Beach. The selection of brands have a few things in common, good quality, comfortable fits and timeless designs. The 11th Moon is the type of store you go to find your favorite t-shirt,  sweater or accessory, that piece of clothing you will wear forever and only gets better with time.

When I went in the store I was greeted by Gillian, who was one of the nicest persons I’ve met that day. We talked about the brands she carries and how important quality standards are to her store and costumers. I love that they stand behind the smaller brands, they support their work and are proud of it. This store is not only a beautiful place to shop but also a place where you learn about other designers doing beautiful work.

The store is located 1259 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA. I’ll keep you posted when their website is up and running, their selection of brands is not to be missed.

Macalistaire. Laguna Beach, California.

Vintage stores are always a good place to find home goods, clothing and accessories. Macalistaire is Vintage shop located on 1950 South Pacific Coast Highway and is a spacious space filled with precious little treasures for yourself or for your home. They have furniture, decorative pieces, lighting fixtures, clothing and so much more. The home goods section was my favorite, because of the vintage furniture and accessories. If you are in the area stop by, their clothing offering is pretty generous and ready to be worn on your next night out. Click here to visit their website.

Elle H Boutique. Laguna Beach, California.

I took a trip to Laguna Beach this weekend and finally got you the scoop on the newest and best boutiques in the area. Here is my first stop, Elle H Boutique. They are a woman’s shop with a great selection of brands such as Mike and Chris, Pleasure Doing Business, Black Halo and a bunch more. Elle H is a good store to find the most up to date trends at a reasonable price. They are having a really good sale right now so if you are in the area be sure to stop by 1833 S. Coast Highway, #110, Laguna Beach, CA. For the out of town gals here is their online shop.

Accessories by LAS

Accessories are a great way to finish an outfit, they show that you care about your style and how you look. Sometimes you can get away with a simple necklace,  bracelets or earrings but there are other times when a more elaborate accessory is a better choice. These necklaces above are from LAS, a company based in Los Angeles.Their look book photography fits their romantic style perfect. Check them out here.

Online Goodness On Ssense

I came across Ssense this week and I found so much goodness that I had to share it. For example these Pedro Garcia boots made in Spain, or this Kris Van Assche leather messenger bag which I LOVE. There are also accessories and small leather goods like this Chrishabana gunmetal rosary necklace and this Maison Martin Margiela texture leather wallet.

There is so much more on this website to be inspired by, you should check them out here.

A + R Store

I love websites that offer a variety home goods and accessories, they allow people to find everything in one place. These items are all from A+R Store, they have a really amazing collection of items.  A great place for holiday shopping!. The first item is a table grill, it’s portable and easy to use. A great piece for outdoor parties or beach days. I LOVE GRILLING food, I grill everything imaginable, from meat to pizza and even fruits. This is a must have on my list, click here for more info.

The second item is a less functional and more of a work of art. Don’t be fooled by what seems to be an everyday bracelet, this is quite a piece of jewelry. These scissors are articulated and can be opened and closed. They are made by the Milan based designer George Philip Pechnikov. Him and his family are know for their high end jewelry and traditional artisan techniques. This piece was hand casted in silver and plated with rhodium. Beautiful and super chic. Click here for more details on this beautiful silver cuff.

Lastly, a tea stick for all you tea lovers out there. This one was design to make the process of steeping your loose tea easier. Just scoop the leaves with the stick and then cover it, the hook on the top fits any cup or glass perfect and it’s really easy to clean and reuse. This one could be a very affordable gift for the tea lovers in your life. Click here to find out more about it.

Jimmy Choo at H&M.

H&M will be offering a collection designed by the one and only Jimmy Choo. The release for this limited edition collection is November 14th 2009. A dear friend of mine told me about it and I have been looking throughout their look book ever since. The collection includes shoes, bags and apparel both for men and women. Everything looks so beautiful and I am looking forward to seeing all of these in person. My must have piece from this collection is the grey suede bag, it looks really wearable and I LOVE grey suede.

I think the dresses are all really sexy and chic, my favorite is the royal blue on the top left, it looks great with the blue heels.

Jimmy, thanks for making this collection! I love it!

Pippin Vintage Jewelry. New York, NY.

This is a vintage jewelry shop in Manhattan. They sell 100 years worth of jewelry and accessories. The store opened in 2005 and relocated from the lower east side to Chelsea in 2007.

The best part about Pippin is their prices, most of the necklaces I saw where really affordable.

I suggest you stop by this jewelry shop and be sure to visit Pippin Home, a home goods store next door with anything from vintage furniture to coffee mugs.

Visit the Pippin website for more details or go to their store at 112 West 17^th Street

Spacecraft. Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

This is a great shop for the kids and adults who like to get crafty. Spacecraft is a space designed to get creative with your family or friends. They got a wide range of activities from beading and sculpture to printmaking and decorating. They got everything you need to make your custom project and more.

This can be the place to start, for those looking for a very personal gift. I like the fact that is not only a welcoming place for kids but it’s also a great place for adults. Every so often Spacecraft will organize events to gather everyone for a craft session.

This is also a really good party idea, Spacecraft can host your party at their store or they can bring the party to your own place. Check out their website and feel free to call them with any questions. The options are endless at this place, so check them out and get crafty!

The store is located on 355 Bedford Avenue, between South 4th and South 5th Street.

Noisette. Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

Noisette is a women’s boutique located on 46B North 6th Street, between Kent and Wythe Avenue. Stephanie Deleau is the proud owner of this beautiful shop and she sure does a great job at bringing the newest clothing lines from Paris.

Every brand sold in the store is exclusively brought from Paris and updated every month. The brands include Bash, Sandro, Les Petites, Aoyama Itchome, Aridza Bross and Maje, among others. If you are looking for a new wardrobe piece that is truly unique, feminine and stylish, Noissette is mandatory stop in Williamsburg. You can also visit their website here to view part of the line offered in the store.