"Everybody's having fun out here. They drinking, they fighting, they pissing on the streets. It's New Year's Eve!"

Another year has come and (almost) gone. Like most years, there has been good and there has been bad. I'm just going to focus on the good, though! As I'm sure you've all been inundated with a million "Best of 2010" lists over the past few weeks, I figured I'd add another into the mix. I'll keep it simple though. How about a top 3...or 2 or 4... (MY top 3...don't judge me, please!) of all my favorite subjects of the year? Sounds good to me! Here we go....

Top 4 Albums - the albums that have been in HEAVY rotation on my iTunes and iPod.

Miike Snow, "Miike Snow"

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Robyn, "Body Talk"

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Vampire Weekend, "Contra"

"The Twilight Saga: Eclipse" Soundtrack

Top 2 New (for me, at least) Artists - a couple singers I haven't been able to get enough of since I learned of their existence.

Erik Hassle

Florrie

Top 1 Movie - now, I'm not a big "movie-goer" so I have to admit this is kind of lacking. Had I seen Inception, Black Swan, the Town or Social Network, those may be among my choices.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1

Top 4 TV Shows - the shows that have been filling up my DVR and helping me get through each week.

The Walking Dead

Vampire Diaries

Friday Night Lights

Party Down

Top 1 Book - I've done a lot of reading this year, but there was only 1 book that I really couldn't put down this year.

The Girl Who Played With Fire

Top 3 Fashion Week Shows - a fashionista's dream, FASHION WEEK! I loved so many of the collections this year, but a few really stood out.

Paul & Joe - Paris S/S 11

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Burberry Prorsum - London S/S 2011

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J. Mendel - NY S/S 2011

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Top 4 Celeb Red Carpet Looks - some of the most stunning gowns show up on the red carpet on our favorite movie stars. With award season just around the corner, I can't wait to see what 2011 will bring.

Rachel McAdams at the Oscars in Elie Saab

Anne Hathaway at the Met Ball in Valentino

Emma Watson at the Met Ball in Burberry

Jayma Mayes at the Emmy's in Burberry Prorsum

Now that I've sufficiently bored you all with my picks, I will leave you for the year.

2010 was a great year and here's hoping that 2011 will be even better. Happy New Year everyone!!!

Until next time... xo

Title quote: Disco Cabbie, "200 Cigarettes"

"Well, I have them at home but they won't fit in my Kate Spade purse."

While doing Christmas shopping over the past few weeks, I've spent a lot of time perusing a website that is a favorite among the women in my family: KateSpade.com.

Now, since I did a Fall accessories post a few months back, I figured I would do a (sort of) winter accessories post, dedicated to Ms. Spade. While these aren't entirely "winter specific," I feel as though all of these items would incorporate wonderfully into my Holiday wardrobe. And, since I like to do things in groups of 5, here are my top 5 favorites right now!

Twirl Karolina Pumps.

Who doesn't love a sequins in winter?? These pumps would be the perfect addition to any LBD, or even a pair of skinny jeans. Do these scream New Years Eve or what?!
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Galleria Lynda Fur Chubbie.

Everyone needs animal print in their wardrobe. According to my friend Mandy, you can spot (pun intended) it in every scene of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Plus, like the gold pumps, throw this on over jeans and a tee to spice up any outfit, or complete a formal look over a cocktail dress.

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Gumdrop Stud Earrings.

A beautiful, wallet friendly way to add a some pizazz to any everyday look. Plus, jewel tones are always in, and these come in a variety of fantastic colors. Isn't the green beautiful, though? Would really bring out the green in my eyes...and they'd be perfect for St. Patrick's Day.

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Gold Coast Maryann Handbag.

Since there's no way I'll be able to afford the quilted Chanel anytime in the near future, Kate Spade has the next best thing! The timeless, beautiful leather bag would be ideal for an everyday purse. Plus, it's the perfect size to fit a wallet, day planner, makeup bag and Kindle (with a Kate Spade case, of course).

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Metallic MacDougal Alley Melody Crossbody.

One of the most practical bags I've seen, this cute, metallic crossbody is the perfect size for a night out. Not too big that it would get in the way, and not too small that it would fit everything you need. Plus, the subtle sparkly silver is the perfect way to add a little spice to any outfit.
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There you have it. My 2010 Kate Spade wish list. I'm more than happy to accept any or all of these as gifts from any of you out there in the blogosphere!

Until next time... xo

Title quote: Charlotte York, "Sex and the City"

"There are some lower campers stuck in the obstacle course. I meant to tell you about that yesterday, but could you get to it now?"

Chapter 3 of my social anthropological study occurred over the 4th of July holiday weekend in a cabin on the Russian River with a group of fun, fabulous friends. Maybe it's because of the water based vacation scenario, but many things I learned a few weeks ago on the cruise to Ensenada, I was able to apply to my study of the celebration of America's birthday.

As per usual (lately at least), I will provide a top 5 list of my findings. I was hoping to include video, but upon watching the uncut footage taken on my handy Flip Cam, I decided maybe that should be saved for private viewings. So instead, I'll include a clip of the first few minutes of Wet Hot American Summer as an example.

I suppose maybe that's not the MOST relevant clip for the weekend's events, but whatever...it's a funny movie, so I don't care. Let's begin the list, shall we?

1. While I may only actually know one Justin Bieber song (yes, you read that right...Justin Bieber...music street cred officially out the window), he really is a key ingredient to any successful dance party. Whether it be a living room dance party, a deck dance party or a bedroom dance party, it's almost impossible not to catch the Bieber fever.

2. If you have a dream that convinces you that your friends sleeping outside are getting eaten by bears over night, rather than just laughing about it in the morning, check on them to make sure they actually weren't. (Are there even bears at the Russian River??)

3. If you are given the task to successfully transport an iPod and speakers across the river, make sure your canoe drivers don't cause you to tip over. However, if you do, remember that sometimes music really is more important than anything else....including cuts and bruises and blood, oh my!

4. If you're expecting to see fireworks, do your research. Even though someone tells you you'll be able to see them from where you are, they could be wrong. In case of emergency, always be sure to have ample sparklers ready to create your own mini firework extravaganza.

5. And, speaking of Flip Cam videos, make sure that there is ample documentation of the goings-on and thoughts (confessionals if life was a reality show) of the group. It will provide many laughs to subdue your post trip depression.

Another year, another 4th of July gone by. And another group vacation making for some great additions to my social anthropological research.

Until next time... xo

Title quote: Beth, "Wet Hot American Summer"