Somewhere in Between

It's here. The last day of the year. Can you believe it? I can't. Somehow the end of the year just crept up - seems to happen every year, though, doesn't it? It's been a long journey for this blog. Four years, you guys!

This year, pancakeSTACKER got a little revamp, I got a haircut, I got to do some pretty cool things with some brands that I've always wanted to work with (hello, Nordys!), hosted some hilariously fun fitness classes (zumba and bollywood dancing!), got some sick shout outs from some cool people (thank you, thank you Teen Vogue and Refinery 29!), danced a little (okay, a lot), did a couple of videos, gave a couple of talks (Girl Scouts and FIDM), and generally just had a fantastic, beautiful, fun, and amazing year. And now, here we are. Somewhere in between the year that was and the year that will be...

New Year's Eve Beauty with MAC Cosmetics

New Year's Eve is right around the corner, and I don't know about you guys, but that's pretty hard for me to wrap my mind around! I have always been a last-minute-kinda-gal when it comes to the holiday. The dress, hair and makeup - those are the easy parts. The plans? Well, that's always been the kicker. And this year isn't any different. I may not know what I'm doing just yet (will I be dancing all night long with my gal pals, enjoying a night in with my besties, or something more?), but I at least know that I'll be looking my best, all thanks to my pals at MAC.

Balle Balle!

This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of hosting another fitness event with Athleta on Fillmore. I was so excited to try out a new class (Masala Bhangra!) and was very happy that SF put the rain on pause. It was my first time trying Bollywood-style dancing and I was seriously looking forward to learning some moves that I could bust out in the future. The class was incredibly fun, a great workout and I can't wait to try it again. We had a great crowd - even some guys made it to class, which was awesome. Thanks so much to everyone who made it out - I know it was a really early wake up call for a Saturday, but I truly appreciated it. And of course, thanks to Athleta for letting me host. Next up? Maybe a hip hop class? What say you?

YOU'RE INVITED: Masala Bhangra with pancakeSTACKER & ATHLETA SF

Hello, friends! I'm hosting another fun fitness class with my pals at Athleta on Fillmore this Saturday, 12/3 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and would love for you to join us. Last time around it was Zumba - this time? Bollywood dancing! Being that I'm a fitness class lover and dance enthusiast, I think this one will be right up my alley, and yours too, I hope! Along with moves to wake you up, there will be something special for the first 25 who show up, and free holiday wrapping to get you jump started on your presents for the season.

RSVP, here!

Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds

All about those winter whites, what did I tell you? More importantly, I'm all about that Lucy Paris label. I cannot tell you how much I love this brand. When you find something that fits and fits well, you just keep on keepin' on with it, am I right? This little lady is pretty stoked that it's December because that means holiday season is in full swing, which means sale season is just yonder (these two pieces are already on sale for Cyber Monday!), which means more Lucy Paris for moi. But really, I wouldn't mind stocking up on more skirts and crop tops for my closet. I've also been experimenting more with my lippies this season, and thanks to my gal pal, Donna, I've got the perfect plum pout. Watch out, boys. This color from Bare Minerals is basically my favorite statement-making shade of the season. Do you guys have any lip color recs or labels your currently loving? Send 'em my way, por favor.