Barbie Toe

Today, I was a vegetable.  I watched re-runs of ANTM (cycle 13).  It was the cycle with all the petite models; 5'7" and under.  The gorgeous Marisa Miller taught the girls, "Barbie Toe"; the secret of elongating short gams.  :D  Being only 5'4" myself, I'm definitely a fan of Barbie toe.  I loved how cycle 13 was partly filmed on the beautiful island I like to call home, Maui.  Woop Woop.

Here's another awesome piece Emilie from Plum for Polly sent me.  The Spots Tee is another affordable item from the Plum Picks section.  I've always been a fan of polka dots and of course you know I'm a fan of over-sized, so it was a no brainer that I'd be in love with with top.  The asymmetrical hemline is an A+ in book as well.  I originally wanted to wear with with black skinnies and some colored heels, but it was so dang hot today that I needed to throw something on that was fuss free.  And since I was in flats, I had to showcase the Barbie toe. ;)  These photos were taken earlier tonight while we waited for a table at Star Noodle.  If you guys are ever in Lahaina town, definitely stop by for some amazing food.  The cocktails are pretty rad too.  I quenched my thirst with a Stargarita; a citrus-y twist on the classic margarita.  Mm mm. 

Gotta jet... it's couch time with the Pirate and Poomies.  We rented No Strings Attached.  I heart NP + AK.  Ciao for now.

{top: Spots tee c/o Plum for Polly | skirt: BCBGMaxAzria | flats: Sam Edelman | sunnies: Ray Ban | bag: thrift}

{karaage chicken, seafood dynamite, steamed pork buns, garlic noodles}

Love, S

Prisoner of Fashion

Today we visited Hale Pa'ahao.  It used to be the old prison in Lahaina town.  There's even a "prisoner" that still lives there.  My camera died before I could take a quick snap of him.  The prisoner's "voice" frightened Eli and I've never seen him jump at anything... ANYTHING!  It was pretty entertaining.  (The prisoner dude was actually just a mannequin and his voice was a recording.)

{top from local boutique | Jeffrey Campbell booties

F21 and InezDesigns necklaces | F21 and personalized rings}

Nicole from le mode du jour sported this nail polish trend! LOVE IT. Thanks for the inspiration Nicole. :)

And for lunch we enjoyed ono grinds at Star Noodle. YUM!

clockwise: Star Noodle sign, garlic noodles, miso salmon and nori chicken bento, steamed pork buns

Gotta jet.. going to a going away bbq dinner. yum. BBQ.  Hope everyone is having a fun weekend!  Don't forget to enter my giveaway below!

Love, S

Bye bye February

I'm so thankful that Hawaii remanined unharmed by the expected tsunami, but my heart and prayers go out to Chile.  Thank you everyone for your sweet comments and concerns on my last post.

The weather today was very cold, blustery, and RAINY.  I loved it!!  We hardly get rain here, so when it comes I really enjoy it.  The island looks so lush after a good downpour and we get the best rainbows.   My cuddle buddy had to work today, so I cuddled with Pooma and popped in a movie.  This afternoon we went to Hubbs cousin's wedding.  Luckily the weather cleared up by then, but it was still quite chilly and windy.  It was a simple and sweet beach wedding and the bride look absolutely stunning.  After the ceremony, just the immediate family went out for an intimate dinner... so the Hubbs and I decided to get a bite at Star Noodle.  It was delish!!

{dress - Studio M, bow flats - Blow Fish, ring - F21, diamond intial "E" necklace - from Hubbs}

When we left the restaurant tonight there was a "MoonBow"... I'm not sure if that's what it's really called, but it was a rainbow without the colors and at night.  I tried to capture a picture of it, but my crappy point and shoot only captured black.  :(

Can you believe tomorrow will be March 1st... where did the time go?  Off to cuddle with my cuddle buddy :).

Love, S

A rising Star

Last week, employees from the company I work for were invited to a tasting at the new restaurant they will be opening in early February, STAR NOODLE.  The food there was amazing; think noodle house / asian tapas... and by the time we left I was stuffed! ... but I could definitely go back for more!  The restaurant itself had a definte trendy atmosphere, something Maui lacks.. it's quite exciting!!

These are just some of the items we tried...

-Steamed pork bun (it's like an open faced manapua... one of my favs!! mm pork!!)

-Somen salad (all the noddles are made at the restaurant)

-I don't know the name of this dish, but it was like a pork + shrimp crepe lettuce wrap, oh and that dipping sauce was amazing.

-Sizzling steak.

-Yes, that's hot dogs... who thought a hot dog could be so "gourmet".. I really enjoyed the Tokyo dog. mm.

-Nori wrapped chicken.

-Chicken Satay.

-Fried Saimin!!

-Scallops + Asparagus.... cooked to perfection!!!!!!

I'm looking forward to trying one of their dessert dishes; MANDAGI - a cross between malasadas and andagi... and it comes with chocolate and caramel dipping sauces and nuts!!

.... my sister's bf told me about this a while back.. but it's true.. look at what Apple will be launching this coming March / April!! How stinkin' awesome! I want one! I NEED ONE!.... The iPad.... it's so magical.... it's like a ginormous iPhone :) minus the phone.

What are your thoughts??  Will this be something you'll be investing in?

Love, S

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