Desert Getaway | Cactus Moon Retreat

AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_1.jpg

Waking up at the Cactus Moon Retreat was the most delightful experience and a great way to start the day in Joshua Tree - especially when wearing that bodysuit from Miakoda, made with the softest sustainable and organic material!

AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_Dancing_2.jpg

From our bedroom window, we had the most mesmerizing views of the mountains. I don't think I could have asked for a better thing to see right as my eyes began to open in the morning!

AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_Dancing_3.jpg

So Darren and I took advantage of the natural light, the designed-to-perfection house, and of course that rad lil' bodysuit!

AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_Dancing_4.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_5.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_6.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_7.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_8.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_9.jpg

Once the sun set, we wanted to take advantage of the dance studio at the Cactus Moon Retreat by using a bit of dance + light painting! We've had this idea in mind for quite some time, but just never had a studio at our fingertips. This was our chance to get our creative juices flowing and improvise on some imagery. The following images are 3 of many shots that we took! I changed my pose between every shot, and Darren would create illustrations for each one on the spot. I just love the way they turned out!

AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_LightPainting_Dancing_1.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_LightPainting_Dancing_2.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_JoshuaTree_LightPainting_Dancing_3.jpg

I loved teaming up with Miakoda on this shoot and admire their statement when designing clothing - they "equally emphasize ecology and excellence in design" Their production is organic and made in NYC! Check out what I am wearing from their collection below.

Dear Disco Ball

AstroBandit_JordanRose_SomedaysLovin_DiscoBall_1.jpg

All of the rain (YAY!) and cold weather has kept Darren and I in LA for the most part. Because of this, we have been thinking outside of the box while getting creative at our own home! So here we go with a little 70s disco queen / girl next door shoot featuring a couple of my favorite brands - Somedays Lovin and Sbicca!

AstroBandit_JordanRose_SomedaysLovin_DiscoBall_2.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_SomedaysLovin_DiscoBall_3.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_SomedaysLovin_DiscoBall_4.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_SomedaysLovin_DiscoBall_5.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_SomedaysLovin_DiscoBall_6.jpg

While it's been so nice being home and getting back into a steady routine, I'm already feeling the urge to get out and explore some new locations. Well, there are some exciting things on the horizon so stay tuned! In the meantime, I'll be taking a nap on my disco ball pillow! ZzZz

Cactus Moon

AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_1.jpg

From my stay at the Cactus Moon Retreat in Joshua Tree!

AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_2.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_3.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_4.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_5.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_6.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_7.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_8.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_9.jpg
AstroBandit_JordanRose_CactusMoonRetreat_TheJetsetDiaries_JoshuaTree_10.jpg

After the Rain | Nordstrom

JordanRose_AstroBandit_Norstrom_TopShop_RedBeret_RedHeels_WhiteRuffles_LosAngeles_1.jpg

It has been raining so much here in LA the past week and I am absolutely loving it (and so are my plants!). It makes me feel totally okay with just staying home and wearing my pajamas all day. Well I decided to fight that lazy feeling yesterday since the sun decided to come out for a solid hour and I had just received my new package from Nordstrom, eek! I thought I would make the day a bit brighter with a Parisian styled shoot in my backyard. I mean, how green are my succulents looking after that rain?! Oh, and now I'm craving a Paris trip.

JordanRose_AstroBandit_Norstrom_TopShop_RedBeret_RedHeels_WhiteRuffles_LosAngeles_2.jpg
JordanRose_AstroBandit_Norstrom_TopShop_RedBeret_RedHeels_WhiteRuffles_LosAngeles_3.jpg
JordanRose_AstroBandit_Norstrom_TopShop_RedBeret_RedHeels_WhiteRuffles_LosAngeles_4.jpg
JordanRose_AstroBandit_Norstrom_TopShop_RedBeret_RedHeels_WhiteRuffles_LosAngeles_5.jpg

If you love this look as much as me, peep the links below! All photos shot by Darius Twin.

Angel in the Redwoods | Prairie Creek

AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_1.jpg

Pictures speak louder than words sometimes, and in this case, they truly show the magic that exists in the redwoods, especially around the holidays. What a treat it was to spend a few days with some of the tallest trees on earth! Please do enjoy what we created during a cold but sunny day.

AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_2.jpg
AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_3.jpg
AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_4.jpg
AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_5.jpg
AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_6.jpg
AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_7.jpg
AstroBandit_ForLoveandLemons_Redwoods_PrairieCreek_WhiteDress_8.jpg

The dress I am wearing is from Blackwater and the boots are from Roc! All photos shot by Darius Twin, of course.