An A-Z Guide: Banter like a Brit

• Arse over elbow - Have you heard the phrase “head over heels”? Well, it’s the same thing, but a crass version.  It’s what usually goes down after 11pm on a Friday night or after one too many Vodka Tonics!  
• Bees Knees - if you are the bees knees, you are FABULOUS! There’s no other way to say it; and might we say, Kate was the Bees Knees. 
• Cock up - Hey, get your head out of the gutter… It’s not what you think. It simply means you made a mistake. Oopsies! 
• Do - Plain and simple, a party! Used in a sentence, you could say “I’m going to a Royal do tonight”. 
• Easy Peasy - We’re guessing you can figure this one out. Hint: easy.  
• Fruity - If you’re feeling fruity, then you’re feeling frisky… Fresh and Fruity takes on a whole new meaning!
• Get stuffed! - Aka “get lost”. 
• Her Majesty’s pleasure - Although this sounds like a magical place, you do not want to end up at Her Majesty’s pleasure, because if you do, you’re in jail-with no release date! Who would be your 1 phone call? 
• I’m easy - I don’t care.  It’s all the same to me. All these phrases can be used interchangeably. 
• Jammy - If you win big in Vegas, you are a very jammy- lucky- person! One could say Prince William is jammy for finding the love of his life, Kate.
• Knees up - Get ready to boogy, because if you’re having a knees up, you’re having a dance or party.  Refer to “do”. 
• Love bite - They say “love bite” we say “hickies”. We like their version better
• Mush - Slang for mouth.  If you wan’t someone to shut their trap, next time try “Shush your mush” instead!  
• Not my cup of tea - If you’re not a fan of Kate’s dress then its “not your cup of tea”… but then, we’d think you’re off your trolley. (see below)
• Off your trolley - We hope nobody’s ever told you that you’re off your trolley, because if so, you just got dissed! They called you crazy. They said it, not us (well, maybe we did). 
• Piss up - We’re thinking William and his groomsmen had a piss up, or drinking session, for his bachelor party. It’d only be natural after-all.. 
• Quid - We thought we’d throw in a word you might need to know if you’re discussing how much money this Royal Wedding is costing! And wow, that would be a LOT of quid. Anyone want to get a guess at how much? 
• Rubbish - This word can mean two things; rubbish can be trash or it can be used to describe something as foolish. Take your pick! 
• Scrummy - Our personal favorite, scrummy is used to describe food that is delicious and sweet! A.scrummy has a nice ring! 
• Taking the biscuit - If something takes the biscuit, it takes the cake! It is the cream of the crop! It out did everything else! It’s the bees knees! 
• Uni - Can you guess? It’s short for university, which in British, is the equivalent of elementary school, not college. Betcha didn’t know that!   
• Vac - Short for vacation or holiday.  Who doesn’t love to take a vac every once in a while?
• Whinge - Can I get some cheese with that whinge? You guessed it… whine! Nobody likes a whiner, or a whinger!
• Xoxo - No difference here; this will mean hugs and kisses no matter where in the world you are!
• Yonks - “Blimey, I haven’t heard from you for yonks”. Well, you don’t need to take this British slang that far, but if you heard someone say that, it would me they hadn’t seen you in ages.  
• Zonked - This is what we are after staying up til wee hours of the morning watching the Royal wedding…exhausted! 

Mommy Dearest

I love when my mom comes into my boutique. She always has a ball. She indulges in her favorite little sweets (“Oh, I shouldn’t” she says; and then I always see her sneak a bite… or two) while also satiating her style fix. 

But, I have to admit, my mom and I always go through a funny little routine every time she’s in.  At first she’s hesitant to shop for clothes because she thinks too many of the pieces are “too young” for her; but the beauty of my mom, is that her style is so classic that it all just works. She can pull any piece together with such grace and sophistication.

In fact, sometimes, I cringe as mommy dearest pulls and purchases some of my favorite pieces in the store (hey! I wanted those for myself!!) that I never would have thought she would like. But, in the end, it makes my heart sing that I know my mom and I have the same great taste… We just wear it differently. Plus, the best news is that I can borrow her(/my) new favorite pieces, knowing how we wear them, are still wardrobe worlds apart. 

And, here’s what Mama T went home with today. Peruse and take note as Mother’s Day is juuust around the corner. Get inspired.

Waverly Grey - Colbe Ruffle Tank; Carol Marie - Jewel and Multi Strand Necklace; Cleobella Marilyn Single Belt; Gemma Tahitian Tank; Waverly Grey Oskar Blazer; House of Harlow 1960 Silver Embellished Sandal

A.sweeT. & Royal Love Story

This is how we envision it all went down… 

Kissy Lip Gloss; Gummy Frogs; Gummy Whales; Gorjana-Hammered Heart Necklace; Ring Pops, And Cake-Princess PJ Set; Mini Bridal Bath Bomb

A.sweeT. Extreme Makeover Home Edition

In case you missed the memo, this past Sunday - April 24th - A.sweeT. was featured on an episode of Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Although our appearance may have been brief (an hour of shooting - and only few moments on air!); we are so happy that we were part of something so special.

Extreme Makeover is an amazing show that truly transforms and touches people’s lives. We were thrilled to have met the Hill Family, and we were flattered to be part of such a special experience for them. 

The Hill Family is comprised of Mom, Beverly Hill (hence, the vacation in Beverly Hills), Dad, Fred Burdette, and their six adopted girls; all of whom have big hearts and the sweetest demeanor. Through fostering her six children, Beverly has made sure to teach her girls the importance of sharing, giving, and loving. In fact, aside from fostering her six children, Beverly has also dedicated her life to giving and helping the homeless. She’s has made it her life’s work. Wow. If only more people thought like her! 

Needless to say, it was amazing to meet Beverly Hill and her precious family (A.sweeT. Team and Hill Family pictured above). We loved seeing them have so much fun, while getting a taste of A.sweeT.

We wish the family all the best and send them all of our love. They were an extremely deserving family of their Extreme Home Makeover. 

Bright. Bold. Beautiful.

These days, my mood has been bright.  I have been feeling bold. And, well, doesn’t that just equal beauty? Inspired by these sentiments, we have rounded up some of our favorite accessories that will give you that punch of color to make your look pop.

Frieda & Nellie Bracelets; Jagger Edge iPhone Case; Cleobella Sirena Tote; We Are Handsome Yosemite Bikini; Carol Marie Jewel Bracelet; Cleobella Mexicana Card Holder; Melinda Maria Gwenyth Rings; Cleobella Romance Cantina Bag

You Are What You Eat

You are what you eat … So, why not make it stylish and sweet? 

Alright, these lollipops may not actually exist in real life (they were used for a still life project, “Lolli-Pop” by photographer, Massimo Gammacurta); but we do believe in the motto above. Hence, the foundation on which A.sweeT. was created. Plus, we like to say, “You are not complete without A.sweeT.” 

That said, please excuse us. We must go figure out how we can get our fantabulous A.sweeT. logo to sit in the ranks with the Lolli icons above. We think its a good addition. (Hey, Massimo Are you listening?)

As for you? Head to Massimo’s website and check out his work. It’s pretty sweet. 

A.sweeT. Secret Admirer

Last week, I was stunned & flattered to discover that I had a secret admirer. I was even more blown away by the amazing gift that he sent me. I am going to let the photos do the talking; but let me say, I have never - in my life - received a surprise so thoughtful and as incredible as this… 

Amazing.

Stunned. Flattered. Giddy. 

THE END.

Artwork Created by Jason Mecier: www.jasonmecier.com

A Recap: Hooray for National Licorice Day!

Yesterday we spent the day celebrating National Licorice Day. We gave some away for free (woopeee!) and we took some inspiration from the classic candy. The day really got us to thinking…

1) People L-O-V-E random holidays. Give ‘em a reason to celebrate something and they will. Not that Licorice isn’t a reason to celebrate. We certainly think its reason enough. But, we also think we are going to make celebrating all sorts (mmm. I love all sorts!) of holidays the norm around here. 

2) Licorice has been around for ages - and guess what? It’s some pretty influential & powerful stuff. In fact, manuscripts from 360 A.D. record that licorice helped cure eye ailments, skin disease, respiratory infections, and loss of hair (hello, fellas are you listening?). Napoleon Bonaparte even used to eat it during batting to settle his aching stomach. But, he took it a little too far and ate so much of it, that his teeth turn black. Yowzers! That is a lot of licorice. But, don’t worry kids, that can’t happen to you in current times. Recipes and ingredients have changed. Phew. 

3) Licorice has not only influenced our historical figures; but it currently influences us in modern day. First of all, I can’t go to the movies with out a pack of licorice, can you? But, aside from that - it’s colors have inspired so many of our fashion choices from nail polish, to sandals, to handbags, to hats, to the dresses that we we wear.

That said, we’ve featured A.sweeT. round up of a few of our favorite licorice inspired things.

Clockwise, around: 

1) ash&dans - Brooch Fedora - $150 

2) Haribo - Strawberry Licorice Wheels - $15 

3) Rebecca Minkoff - Quilted M.A.B. Mini - $550

4) Parker - Corsna Pleater Dress - $253

5) Torn by Ronny Kobo - $278 (in-store only) 

6)Melinda Maria - Galaxy Melted Bracelet - $135

7) Melissa - Voilatta Sandal - $90

8) Cleobella- Mexicana Clutch - $154

9) Haribo - Black Licorice Wheels - $15

10)Essie - Licorice Nail Polish - $8