It’s been a while, friends! But Friday faves are back in a big way. This is my first weekend of 2014 back in LA and it feels oh so good to be home. On the agenda this weekend is a fabulous birthday dinner for a near and dear friend aaaandd…drumroll…my sister is moving in just up the street! Cannot wait to plan lots of sisterly fun and share it here on the blog!

Elastic waist pants you can wear out to dinner? I’m in! Can’t get enough of my new graphic print pants by Aqua.

Getting to know the ins and outs of my new city with a subscription to LA Mag. Yes, I still read print.

Winter paleness is no match for Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer with SPF.

A great chopped salad might be my deserted island meal. Here’s a recipe for one of my fave combos.

I just replaced my whole tired collection of makeup and I feel like a new woman! This Nars bronzer in ‘Laguna’ is quickly becoming my favorite item.

My brother sent me a little hometown pride for xmas – this awesome photo printed Toronto Blue Jays tee.

Happy weekend!

xo Ali