Kate Spade Florence Broadhurst Tour Bus Hits L.A.!

It's certainly no secret that I love Kate Spade. I own way too many of her wallets, handbags, clutches, and jewelry items. I adore the brand's whimsical, fresh, feminine designs (thank you, Deborah Lloyd!), and every accessory that comes out really resonates with me.

When I saw the Florence Broadhurst collaboration this spring, I was especially excited (who doesn't love a bold black and white motif with pops of electric neon?); and coincidentally stumbled upon the tour bus this weekend in Santa Monica! I instructed my friend Michelle to pull over immediately so we could take a peek (okay, and take plenty of cute pics, too!) Check them out:

Introducing...WESTWARD!

Last night I stepped out for an intimate rooftop dinner under the stars in West Hollywood to honor kate spade new york’s collaboration with two of my fave stylists, Emily Current and Meritt Elliott (of Current/Elliott fame.) Joining me were stars like Emma Roberts, Chord Overstreet, Jaime King and Michelle Trachtenberg.







The stylish new WESTWARD collection includes handbags, totes and small leather goods with a classic-meets-whimsical vintage spirit. The clutches are perfect for a girl on the go and can also be worn as across-the-body bags for a boho vibe. My personal favorite? The cheeky sequined number, of course.







The WESTWARD collection, priced between $245 and $1,295, is NOW available in kate spade new york shops, select Bloomingdale’s locations and online.

The Kate Spade Comeback

If anyone's been paying attention as closely as I have lately, it's safe to say that there's a fabulous new energy and creative direction at Kate Spade New York. Remember those iconic square tote handbags that were ubiquitous circa 2000? I know I owned quite a few at the time, but after riding out that wave for some time, the brand sadly fell by the wayside. Sure there were hidden gems like kitschy note cards and adorable home accents that garnered some attention, but for the most part, the line went under the radar for quite some time.

Enter Deborah Lloyd, the current Creative Director and Co-President who has since revamped the collection into a sassier, happier, more glamorous go-to brand within the last year. I've snapped up two wallets, several toiletry bags, a handbag and some jewels since she's been on board--and now I covet literally everything in the collection! Bravo!

Here are a few pieces of jewelry that I want. RIGHT. NOW. (You can't go wrong with gold and sparkly!) ;)

Beauty Junkie

When it comes to transporting my makeup and toiletries, I am one picky customer. I want a bag that compartmentalizes products as much as possible, is wipeable (in case of accidental spillage while traveling), is compact and discreet (my dream makeup bag will stuff a lot in and magically take up little space...after all, does everyone need to know that I am product hoarder?)...and of course, is cute beyond words on the outside.

I've searched far and wide for such a bag, and I have yet to find it, but Kate Spade makes some pretty chic manuelas (in large and small sizes) that I'm a new fan of. They come in fun patterns (I just scored a large purple and red striped one online) to accomdate all of my beauty necessities on the go.

This cutesy one is currently on sale for $66.00 with an additional 25% off, should you be so inclined:

Hey Girl, Heyyyyy.

Summer's just around the corner...

Kate Spade Topanga tote $155 at KateSpade.com.