Author Archives: Krista Salmon

08.29.10

Priceless.

Concert Tickets- $200
Dinner- $30
Brobee Backpack-$30
Light Sticks-$20
Yo Key Chains-$20
Tour Tee Shirts-$60
The look on their faces…. Priceless.

Last night we took our #1 fan to the long awaited Yo Gabba Gabba Live Concert. What a fun family night. Now, I am a sucker to watching my girls experience new things. I actually cried because of the sheer joy on their faces at Disney on Ice. Back to Yo- the girls loved it and we all danced the night away. Sadly enough, all of the parents knew the songs better than the kids. Yooooooooooooo Gabba Gabba!!!!!!!!!

We met Bella and Gigi for some burgers and fries beforehand.

Spent $100 after five minutes of entering the concert.

Hilarious.

Mommy and DJ Lance Lou.

Loving it.


E’s kitten-like dance.

So Yummy! So Yummy!

Time to say good bye.

Check out this family’s adorable shirts.



Biz was awesome. I think the Dads were more excited than the kids… “Oh Baaby Youuuuuu!”

08.27.10

Ode To Geodes.







Geodes are at the top of my accessory list for both jewelry and my home for this Fall. I adore the cocktail rings from Mayastar in Wednesday’s post. I just love the natural beauty of these crystal formations. In case you were wondering, a geode is a a hollow rock or nodule with the cavity usually lined with crystals. These geological rock formations occur in sedimentary and certain volcanic rocks.


Geodes were popular in the 80’s. I remember we had a few in our home (I wish I still had them.) Lead by jewelry designer Kimberly McDonald, these little rocks are making a big comeback. I even spotted a few at Home Goods last week (above.) Some have a big fat price tag, some are much more palatable. Whatever your budget, add a little bit of rock to your wardrobe this fall with statement pieces like these. Check out the geodes that made it onto Kiki’s List.

08.27.10

What a Celebration.



Thousands of people gathered last night to celebrate Declan and Cole’s first birthday. I had a sick Lou on my hands so we decided to stay away from the general public and had our own private party. You can check out the celebrations around the world here. Quite amazing, the mark that this little boy has made on the world.



Can you please check out this amazing card that my sweet E made for Declan at school yesterday? We stopped by the cemetery after dinner and left it for him. He is actually buried only steps from Mom, so it is quite nice to be able to visit both of them. It is so quiet and beautiful there… Sherri and Stan, we are so happy that you were able to enjoy the day. Hopefully Cole ate some cake for Declan too!

Thanks again to all of you for your support of the Carmicals. Stay tuned for more fundraisers to help this family down the long road ahead.

08.26.10

Happy Birthday Declan and Cole.




For those of you who don’t know of the Carmical family, today is their twin boys’ first birthday. Sadly, Declan did not live to see his first birthday. Please join us to honor Declan by releasing blue and gold balloons at 6:00 pm EST tonight. Out of respect for our environment, please ONLY use latex balloons for the release. Latex is made of a biodegradable substance, but mylar is not. Happy Birthday Declan and Cole!

08.25.10

A Gem of Austin: Mayastar.

I cannot leave Austin without stopping at this sumptuous little store on South Congress Street. Every time I return home with a coveted piece of jewelry countless women ask me where I got it. Well, here is your answer. I also buy a lot of gifts for friends at Mayastar because the selection is so unique. All of my girlfriends have been waiting for this post.

Meet Maya. Owner of Mayastar. She has been on South Congress for 15 years. Maya started selling antiques and slowly phased in jewelry and clothing. Now Mayastar is a staple on South Congress filled with fresh clothing and some A-MAZ-ING jewels.
This one’s for all of those ladies who stop me at Wegmans and ask me where I got my bling… All Mayastar purchases are 10% off through September 25 with the promo code kiki (case sensitive) at checkout. Many of the items shown are not available online, so if you see something in this post that you cannot find online, please call the store at (512) 912.1475 to place your order.
Here’s what made it onto Kiki’s List:
1. Coralia Leets Long Necklace– $268 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS) ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
2. Coralia Leets Single Stone Earring– $163 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS) ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
3. Geode Cocktail Rings– $74-$111 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS) ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
4. Engraved Brass Cuff- $147 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
5. Coralia Leets Turquoise Earrings- $163 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
6. Citrine Quartz and Apatite necklace– $145 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
7. Coralia Leets Double Stone Earrings– $358 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS) ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
8. Beaded Pendant Necklaces- $65-72 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
9. Turquoise Cocktail Ring– $248 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
10. Coralia Leets Dot Earrings- $163 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
11. Enamel Cuff- $41 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
12. Beaded Earrings- $64-74 (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF FOR KIKI’S LIST FOLLOWERS)
I already own # 1 & #2…. Next on my list; #’s 3 & 7….
Thanks again Maya… Can’t wait to come back!

08.24.10

Go Ahead and Cuff’em: Leighelena.

Okay.. here are the bracelets you’ve all been waiting for. I am so utterly excited to introduce you all to Leighelena. Enter Austin-based Leigh Elena Navarro, creator and designer of the Leighelena (a combination of her first and middle names, Leigh +Elena) line. Leigh learned how to fuse metal and glass as a little girl by watching her mother create wall hangings. She has turned Leighelena into a family business. Her mother helps hand-create each piece and any item large enough is finished with a stamp from her grandfather’s treasured stamp collection. I love the sentimental value that each piece holds. Every creation is hand made in Austin. All cuff bracelets are genuine leather and can be custom sized to fit your wrist. Leighelena has been featured in O Magazine, Real Simple, Redbook and Southern Living, and as you can see has been spotted on stars like 90210’s Annalynne Mccord

Here’s the best part: All Kiki’s List Followers will receive a 15% discount this week. You must place your order by calling the store to receive this discount. (512) 531-9673. If you see something in this post that you would like to buy, but cannot find online, let Leighelena know when placing your order.

Here are the items that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Green and Gold Cuff– $99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK) **KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE

2. Turquoise and Gold Cuff-$99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK) **KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
3. Orange and Gold Cuff -$99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK) **KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
4. Berry Carp Gold Cuff -$99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK) **KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
5. Snakeskin Enamel Cuff– $85 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK)
6. Leopard Print Cuff -$99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK)
7. Snakeskin Cuff -$99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK)
8. Nude Enamels– $60-$79 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK)
9. Leather and Enamel Cuffs– $69-$99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK)
10. Brown Leather and Gold Cuff-$99 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK)
11. Lizard Belts- $330 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK)
12. Enamel Hearts– $38-$53 (PLUS 15% KIKI’S LIST DISCOUNT THIS WEEK) I am going to get the small hearts for my girls in their favorite colors; pink for E and blue for Lou.

… and here are the two that made it home with me. The cream stingray wide cuff (it actually sparkles just a little.) and the gold double wrapped python cuff. Next on my list, #2 and #4!


Thanks Leigh and Jimmy.. This feature was too much fun!