Bad Joan ...it's good to be bad!

colorful jewelry: EARRINGS, RING, NECKLACE, BANGLES

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 17:07:00 +0000

The sun is shining here in LA and I'm so in love with bright colors as a result. I just want to drown myself in color from head to toe! I am especially coveting all of these gorgeous, bright accessories...

(Click here for product info)

I hope you have a bright and colorful weekend full of fun and excitement!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Vancouver: ERIN TEMPLETON

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Tue, 29 May 2012 04:05:00 +0000

While I was in Vancouver I got a chance to visit a fantastic boutique called Erin Templeton. Erin is actually the owner of the store and she makes her own line of gorgeous leather bags! Most of the leather goods are made from recycled leather as well as local Canadian leather. Erin also sells a well curated selection of vintage clothing as well as fun odds and ends. Check it a few snapshots from her boutique...

Erin makes all her original products by hand in her workshop which is located in the back of her store. You can find out more about Erin Templeton and shop her goods by visiting her website HERE!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Vancouver: EXPLORING THE CITY

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Sat, 19 May 2012 22:50:00 +0000

I had a chance to go to Vancouver this week for a photography job which had me taking still shots for a music video (more on that once I have permission to release the images).

But before work started I had some time to explore the city...

The streets are so clean and I found these cute little leaves etched into the sidewalk everywhere I went ....

... The store windows had gorgeous displays! Check out this flower shop widow display complete with blue bicycle ...

... Of course there were fashionistas like this girl. How adorable is she?! ...

... I made my way over to Granville Island on a water taxi ...

... where I visited the Public Market which was full of fresh foods as well as crafts from local artists ...

... and I found the most delicious and juicy cherries I have ever had in my life! ...

Hope you had a lovely week and are enjoying your weekend! More Vancouver images to come next week including a fantastic shop and leather goods artist that I discovered up there!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

outfit: BEL KAZAN FIRST LADY DRESS IN KALEIDOSCOPE DUSK PRINT

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:16:00 +0000

I rode my bike over to see my good friend Belinda (designer at Bel Kazan) and made some really cute friends on the way...

I was wearing the Bel Kazan First Lady Dress and from now on I'm just going to call this my lucky dress! How cute are these guys? Turns out they are fashion photographers visiting Los Angeles from Russia. You can check out their work at FD Photo Studio.

And you can buy your own "lucky dress" at the Bel Kazan online store by clicking HERE.... I highly recommend it! ;)

GTBB,
Bad Joan

outfit: MISSONI DRESS AND KOOBA BAG

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Sat, 05 May 2012 22:36:00 +0000

Loving all my new scores from Style Blender! Especially this Missoni pink stripe tank dress and red leather Kooba bag... Now I'm off to enjoy this gorgeous Cinco de Mayo weather!

Hope you are having an wonderful weekend!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

I Heart 70's Style...

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Thu, 03 May 2012 07:36:00 +0000

I just think you can't go wrong with 70's inspired fashion; especially with an amazing pair of high-waisted bell bottoms paired with platforms and a blouse that is tucked in....

(Image from Vanessa Jackman)

(Image from The Sartorialist)

Simple, sleek, flattering, and always in style! What's your favorite fashion era?

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Summer Drinks: COCKTAILS, POPTAILS, AND FLAVORED WATER

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:46:00 +0000

"Summer, summer, summertime, time to sit back and unwind"... That's exactly what I'm going to do this weekend! It's starting to feel like summer here in LA so this weekend I'm going to lay by the pool, have some summer drinks, and unwind. Here are some recipes I'm going to try out...

STRAWBERRY BASIL SANGRIA:

CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE

CUCUMBER HONEYDEW MARGARITA POPSICLE:

CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE

CITRUS AND CUCUMBER FLAVORED WATER:

CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE

What are you up to this weekend?

GTBB,
Bad Joan

get the look: EMMA WATSON PRINT ON PRINT WITH LEATHER JACKET AND PINK CLUTCH

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:27:00 +0000

Loving the print on print look right now! Emma Watson pulled this look off perfectly at the Struck By Lightning premiere during the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival. She paired a black and white print blouse with a blue print skirt. She polished the look with a black leather jacket, peep toe pumps, and a bright pink clutch.

You can put together this look for less right now with the following pieces:
-I Like It A-Lotus Skirt at Modcloth - $42.99
-Speckled Geo Blouse at Forever 21 - $13.80
-Quilted Moto Jacket at Nasty Gal - $88
-Pink Glittered Clutch at Forever 21 - Retail $12 / Sale $9
-Danee Peep Toe Pump by Nine West at Zappos - $79

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Nylon TV Mexico: St. Marks Place Video by Sarra Fleur Abou-El-Haj

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:36:00 +0000

Check out this amazing video for Nylon Mexico by one of my favorite fashion photographers and old friend Sarra Fleur Abou-El-Haj. And visit Sarra's website HERE!

How amazing is the styling? Love the colors and textures! What do you think?

GTBB,
Bad Joan

get the look: CAMILLA BELLE BLACK AND WHITE PRINT DRESS WITH PINK FLATS

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:42:00 +0000

Camilla Belle was spotted out and about in Beverly Hills in black and white with a pop of pink! She wore an easy and adorable black and white print dress with a black crop jacket and back cross body bag. She added a pop of color with bubble gum pink flat shoes. This is a great transitional look!

Here is how you can shop the look for less:

Smooth as Butterfly Dress at ModCloth - $54.99

Moto Zip Crop Jacket at Nasty Gal - $88

Harper Satchel at Nasty Gal - $58

Geenz Pink Loafers by Dollhouse - $21

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Weekend adventure...

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:15:00 +0000

What adventures are you off to this weekend? Whatever you do have a wonderful time... and do it in style!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

outfit: BEL KAZAN TWO TIMER MINI DRESS WITH FRONT ZIPPERS

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:06:00 +0000

I'm loving my new mini dress from my good friend and talented designer Belinda. Her line is called Bel Kazan; if you don't know the line you should! Bel Kazan is all about original prints and flattering fits. I love the soft jersey fabric, tribal print, and zipper detail on this dress. I will definitely be wearing it all summer long!

Check out the Bel Kazan online store HERE for prices and info!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Fairy Tale Easter Egg Hunt

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 22:19:00 +0000

Every year I get invited to spend Easter with my friend Gina and her family. They have the most unbelievable property here in Los Angeles with the most incredible garden setting. There are rolling lawns, bridges covered in greenery, topiaries, and playful statues; it's like something out of a fairy tale!

It was the perfect place to spend a gorgeous Easter Sunday. Everyone got to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt and the setting was just so beautiful I had to share it...

The last image is a statue of a girl reading a love letter and the letter is actually written out; how sweet is that?!

What did you do for Easter?

GTBB,
Bad Joan

outfit: CHLOE PANTS, VINTAGE KIMONO JACKET, KIESELSTEIN-CORD GLASSES

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:18:00 +0000

Loving all of my Style Blender finds!

Outfit:
Pants - Chloe
Jacket - Vintage
Tank - Donna Mizani
Shoes - Betsey Johnson
Glasses - Kieselstein-Cord

If you're in LA you have to check out Style Blender. You can rotate your wardrobe for amazing clothes like these for ONLY $30 A MONTH! It's kind of amazing!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

get the look: JENNIFER LOPEZ LOOSE TUNIC DRESS, FLOPPY HAT, STRAPPY HEELS

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:50:00 +0000

Want an outfit that you can live in this summer? Look no further! Jennifer Lopez has the right idea; she paired a loose tunic dress with a floppy hat and strappy wedge heels. The look is simple, sexy, and comfortable. Throw it on anytime this summer for instant easy chic!

Here is how you can shop the look for less:
-Jersey Scoopneck Dress at Victoria's Secret - $65.50
-Multi Strap Heel by Charlotte Russe - $40
-Large Floppy Hat at Tillys - $14.99

GTBB,
Bad Joan

color blocking: JESSICA ALBA RED PANTS TURQUOISE TOP YELLOW CROSS BODY BAG

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:09:00 +0000

Jessica Alba attended Brad Goreski's book launch at Sunset Tower in an eye catching, color blocked look. She paired red tapered pants with a turquoise top, she accessorized with a yellow cross body bag and black and white pumps, and she finished the look off with a short black leather jacket. Red, yellow, and blue surrounded by black and white and totally fabulous!

Here is how you can put this look together for less:
-Buttoned Up Blouse at Nasty Gal - $48
-New Slack Swing Pants at ModCloth
-Moto Zip Crop Jacket at Nasty Gal - $88.00
-Bouton D'or Bag at ModCloth - $57.99
-Poka Dot Pumps by Nine West - $69

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Snow White Ballet with costumes by Jean-Paul Gaultier

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:18:00 +0000

This weekend I had the pleasure of going to the ballet! Angelin Preljocaj's performance of Snow White came to the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles. The dancing was mesmerizing, and the use of lighting and music were perfect to create the fantastical and sometimes eerie mood. AND the costumes, designed by Jean-Paul Gaultier, were incredible! Check it out...

If you have a chance to see this performance you should definitely go!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

this week: INSTAGRAM

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 20:25:00 +0000

Just a few Instagram highlights from this week...

I went to see my good friend, Lizzie Parker, show at Fashion Weekend in Los Angeles. The show was at Sunset Gower Studios and was broadcast live on KTLA! This pic is actually of the opening performance by a band called Hi Fashion, they put on a really cool show.

Then I went to the launch of the new Growze store on Larchmont in LA. Great store, amazing clothes! Just loved this display with a couple American Flag T-Shirts, a Fedora, and a shredded sweatshirt.

I also went to a party at a cool store on Sunset Blvd called Live On Sunset. My friend Nony sells her line Petro Zillia there so we went to check it out. Just loved this rack of bright neon clothes mixed with some denim.

And there were a few fabulous days of sun this week in LA so I walked around the neighborhood a lot. I snapped this pic in front of the Pacific Design Center. The gigantic chair statue looked so inviting at that moment!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

recipe: CHICKEN SALAD WITHOUT MAYONNAISE

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 07:10:00 +0000

Mayo... who needs it?! Okay, well sometimes it's pretty awesome. BUT you can actually enjoy a tasty chicken salad sandwich without it!

CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Bad Joan Goes Motorcycle Chic...

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 19:42:00 +0000

You don't get a name like Bad Joan without dressing like a Bad Girl every once in a while! Go ahead a be a little bit BAD this weekend!

Outfit from Style Blender:
-Dress by Christopher Kane for Topshop
-Vest by Grai
-Shoes by Sigerson Morrison
-Glasses by Chanel

If you're in LA you have to check out Style Blender! You could own amazing designer pieces like these and rotate your wardrobe all the time for ONLY $30 a month! It's the best deal out there!

Have a wonderful weekend!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

get the look: KATE BOSWORTH CASUAL BLACK DRESS AND SANDALS

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:05:00 +0000

Kate Bosworth made a trip to see her Los Angeles agent in a simple black tank dress, tan sandals, and a black messenger bag. This look is so easy and chic and perfect for a casual spring/summer day!

Here is how you can put the look together for less:
-Christian Michaels Black Dress at 6pm.com - $26.70
-Jeno Wrap Around Sandals by Dollhouse - $25
-Ivy League Satchel Bag at Nasty Gal - $58

GTBB,
Bad Joan

get the look: EVA LONGORIA SHREDDED SWEATER AND SKINNY CARGO PANTS

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 02:25:00 +0000

Eva Longoria made a trip to the hair salon in a shredded sweater, skinny cargo pants, and platform sandals. This look is easy to move around in but still sexy and stylish! AND it's so easy to put together for less!

Here's how you can put the look together without breaking the bank:
-Marcella Slashed Knit Sweater at Nasty Gal - $58
-Belted Cargo Pants by Gap - $69.95
-JFrannyP Rosette Satchel by Big Buddha - $85
-Wida Crossband Platform Shoe by Dollhouse - $34

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Sunny yellow skirt...

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:30:00 +0000

In LOVE with this vintage Amen Wardy yellow skirt from Style Blender. This bright and sunny pencil skirt is going to get a lot of use this spring!

Happy Friday!

GTBB,
Bad Joan

get the look: MINKA KELLY POLKA DOT BLOUSE

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 20:46:00 +0000

Minka Kelly stepped out in a casual but still adorable outfit while having lunch with friends at Smile Sushi in Los Angeles. She kept it simple with a button down polka dot blouse, a great pair of boot leg blue jeans, cream sandals, and a grey leather tote bag for all her necessities.

This is the perfect go-to outfit for any casual day and it's so easy to put together for a great price! Here's how:
- 3/4 Polka Dot Sleeve Top at Old Navy - $24.94
- 1969 Perfect Boot Jeans at Gap - $59.95
- JTanya Tote Bag by Big Buddha - $95
- Tay Low Wedge Sandal by Dollhouse - $25

GTBB,
Bad Joan

recipe: POACHED SALMON

noreply@blogger.com (Bad Joan) — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:39:00 +0000

Want a simple, quick, and delicious salmon recipe? Look no further...

CLICK HERE TO GET THE RECIPE!

GTBB,
Bad Joan