It's That Time Of Year: Awesome Sales

Ladies (and Gents), tie on some tennies. It's time to hit Nordies and Victoria's Secret. Their semi-annual sales have begun! Get it going.
Shop Nordstrom.
Shop Victoria's Secret.

Buy me something!
Pia The Pig

An Awesome Win!

Shawn Johnson and her adorable partner, Mark Ballas, totally rocked it on Dancing With The Stars! Shawn's amazing sportsmanship at the Olympics paid off in awesome karma and a hot dance partner. Here's the (hopefully soon-to-be-real-life) couple killing it during the freestyle competition for a perfect score of 30. Congrats on the win, Shawn. A gold medal and a big ass shiny disco ball trophy. What a year!

Ellen's Awesome Commencement Speech at Tulane University

Brillz. Enjoy.

Springtime = Time To Eat And Drink All Things Awesome

Last night I whipped up a quick, impromptu, Peach Sangria. It was killer! I love sangria, especially with white wine. It's so light and delicious, and feels so much better to drink than a beer when it's warm out and I am wearing a skirt. I don't know, it's like, the feminine way to drink...or something.

Anyhoo, I have made a few sangrias, but this one was great and not too sweet. Here's what I used.

2 bottles cheap (2 for $10) Savignon Blanc
about 8-10oz Peach Nectar
maybe 1/3 cup sugar, to taste
3 peaches, sliced

That's it! It will be gone in no time. I found an organic Peach Nectar at Newflower Market and I think that helped tone down some of sugary sweetness out of it. Finally, I poured it into my favorite spigot jug, and voila! Peach sangria, ready to enjoy, all spring and summer long.

A spigot jug is a must-have for all your sangrias, lemonades, and that delicious cucumber water I never seem to make but always enjoy. I can't remember where I found mine, but here's an adorable one at Crate and Barrel.


And a ridiculously expensive one from Anthro.
Happy Entertaining!
Pia The Pig

An Awesome Gift For Me And You

Thanks to AAAD Reader and my work partner, Robin, my coffee table has a brilliant new addition: ABC3D by Marion Bataille. This book is awesome. It features each letter of the alphabet, popping up or sliding out. All sorts of fun. Check it out!

This would make a great gift for anyone who uses the alphabet. Get it here.

Thanks R-O-B-I-N, and Happy Spelling!
Pia The Pig

Cats + Printers = Awesome Fun

Awesomely Frugal Fashion Fridays: Wear Today, Gone Tomorrow

Thanks to the amazingly fashionable AAAD reader, Amanda, for giving me the heads up on Wear Today, Gone Tomorrow! Here's the scoop:

Its a site similar to Bag Borrow or Steal but for designer clothes. Borrow clothes for up to 90% (Did I read that right?!) off retail. I actually put a Marc Jacobs dress on hold for a party. I am renting it for $38 for a week - its a $400 dress. After that - I sent it back and I am on to the next! What a fun way to get to wear uber designer clothes (read: Pucci) and not have to try to "copy" the look at H&M. No knocking on H&M but sometimes I just want to put on something more fabulous! (You should probably order a week in advance.) Also, they have a true-fit guarantee. You can check your measurements against EACH garments size chart (because sizing can vary by designer) to make sure that whatever you order for that week comes in a size that fits you. 100% Authenticity, Fit and Satisfaction Guarantee. Sounds amazing, huh?

Here are some of my favorites.


What an amazing idea for a fancy party or wedding. Hey, my high school reunion is coming up...

Happy Styling!
Pia The Pig