Some of my current happy thoughts include:

~ Loving my new ONA bag.

~ Excited to finally try out my new studded heels.

~ Happy to have scored the last tube of this awesomely vampy lipstick (found in Duane Reade or any drugstore) after seeing it on a waitress at the Fat Radish last week. (All I know is, it’s the second darkest color available.)

~ Enjoying my ensemble of plaid, neon, acid wash and wolf (sweater).

~ Eagerly awaiting my family’s holiday party this week

Spending quality time with “A”.

Happy Holidays! xo

Tonight as I was waiting for our table at Birreria, the rooftop beer garden/restaurant at Eataly, I realized it was the blog’s third Birthday! So, Happy Birthday, My Style Pill. You are my baby and labor of love. And, thank you a million times over my dear readers. You make this blogging business all the more worthwhile. Xoxo.

P.S. Read my first post here!

Just spent most of last week in Montauk and it was so beautiful and relaxing, not to mention, I avoided the massive heatwave New York experienced all weekend. Anyway, I promise to post more photos tomorrow, but in the meantime, here are some quick snapshots from my week. xoxo

P.S. Congratulations to Jennifer (#57) on winning the Accessorize giveaway! Thanks to everyone who participated!

(I use Random.org when picking a winner)

H&M Jacket / J.Crew Blouse / Goldsign “Frontier” Jeans (gift) / Foley + Corinna Mid City Tote (gift) / Sole Society Marco Santi Sandals (gift) / Simon Sebbag Earrings (Birthday present)

On my last night in Seattle, my parents and I went for happy hour, then took Barney for a little stroll through Ballard. But before we took in the sunset down by the water, my Dad snapped some photos of me and the Barn in front of this neat backdrop. I especially love the last two photographs and think they would look adorable framed.

Equipment Blouse (gift) / Wishbone Necklace (Birthday gift from VF) / Grandmother’s Pearl Ring

Often times, I think it’s life’s simple pleasures that bring me the most joy. In this particular case, it was enjoying the wide open space of California, a subtle, yet golden sunset, and spending quality time with my family.

I also think this applies to my favorite clothing and accessories. Sometimes simple and classic is so much more. In this case, it would definitely stand true. This classic white blouse, a special necklace from a dear friend, and my beloved pearl ring that was my Grandmother’s, who I miss everyday. xoxo

Just wanted to take a quick break from regular programming to share these favorite shots of Barney that I took while in California. I miss him everyday. xoxo

This past week I indulged in some much needed R&R with my family (and Barney of course) in Northern California, where we spent time taking long walks along the water, tasting amazing wine, eating fresh, home-cooked meals, and lounging around reading and play solitaire (on my new iPhone!) It was such a wonderful vacation and I definitely took advantage of the lovely scenery for some outfit shots, which you will see all this week, so stay tuned! xoxo

{ Outfit note: I love the dress that ModCloth named the “My Style Pill” dress and have found that it is the perfect piece for summer. Therefore, I have been trying to work it into my wardrobe every way possible, because it is just that comfortable and cute. I first wore it here, but this time around, I layered this tulle skirt over it to create it into a top. The key to layering with pieces like this, especially for dresses that already have a built in waist, is to make sure that the bottom you are using as the overlay piece, is either at, or above that waist, so that it creates a seamless silhouette/line between the bottom and “top.” Et, volia: a new outfit! }

{ Loving my new turquoise Birthday earrings. So sculptural and unique. Thank you to Alison and Elizabeth for such a lovely present, I adore them. :) }

Olive and Tweed “Dainty Vest“ (gift) / ModCloth “My Style Pill” Dress (worn as a top), and Seychelles Shoes (gifts) / Thrifted Belt / H&M Skirt / Towne & Reese (gift) and H&M Bracelets / Simon Sebbag Earrings (Birthday present)

{ Photos taken by Peter Cameron }

Et, voila! The Birthday dress. I kept it simple with classic accessories and let the dress do the rest.

Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a nice and relaxing weekend, I know I did! It started with a surprise treat from “A” on Saturday morning, then a nice long nap and some leisure time before I started getting ready for the big evening. “A” and I went to dinner at Edi & the Wolf, which was excellent. But right before dinner, as I was sitting outside waiting to meet “A” Amanda (blogger of A to B) calls out my name and comes over to say hi. The best part? She was wearing the My Style Pill dress! I snapped a photo because she looked so cute. (See photos of her, and dinner, after the jump.)

Afterward, we headed over to 10 Degrees to celebrate with friends. I even wore a Birthday tiara! It was all and all, one of the best Birthdays ever and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you to everyone who was involved, including Ali Ro, and especially “A”! xoxo

is my Birthday, and this is my party dress! I can’t wait to deck it out with a colorful statement necklace and pretty shoes. More photos to come on Monday. Have a great weekend! xoxo

Foster Grant Sunglasses (gift) / J.Crew Necklace / ModCloth Lace Top (gift/old) / H&M Jacket (old) / Levi Jeans (gift)/ Nine West Striped Espadrilles (not shown) / Foley & Corinna Bag (gift) / Essie Nail Polish “Pretty Edgy” (gift)

Not much to report here today. Just easing into Monday and looking to the rest of the week, which is filled with fun projects, dinners with friends and more Birthday parties. Hope you all had a great weekend! xoxo

P.S. Happy Birthday to my dear friend Ashley! Love you!