Everlane Luxe

 

I have been trying to simplify my wardrobe for some time and Everlane makes it easy for me.  Their clothes are perfect for casual settings or for work so I have been able to clear out the old clothes to make room for less but more suitable pieces.

Cranberry Cocktails

Lately I have been completely inundated with work. Between the end of the trimester grades, researching grad school options, completing my clear credential program and taking on extra responsibilities at work, I have somehow found time to start running again, pursue my personal interests in writing and begin updating my wardrobe.  Red is not a common color in my closet (as in I have only one red item and it's a vintage button-down blouse), but I thought I would take a chance. I was surprised at how flattering the color and style of this dress were!  I can't wait to wear this out to a holiday party to dance around while sipping on a spiced cranberry cocktail.  Tis the season!

deedee wine dress by Pepaloves // swedish hasbeens t-straps

Pretty Paisley

Even though we are technically well into fall by now, it sure doesn't feel that way in LA.  Days are still reaching the 80s and 90s and I'm still waiting for "first crisp" that evening when it is chilly, the air is crisp and it smells like fall.  Until that comes, I have been embracing the fact I can still wear dresses all day long.  This dress is from eShakti, a site where you can customize your size and how you want your item to look.  Categories such as length, sleeve style, neckline can all be changed to give you a tailor made garment perfect for you.  I love this dress for the colors, pattern and the way it flows when I spin.

Dress: ℅ eShakti, Anthropologie Sunnies, Madewell Belt

White Out: Dog Days of Summer

Today is my last day off before I head back to work.  I didn't really get a "summer" this year as once I was done with the school year, I had one day off before teaching summer school.  This year, two weeks was enough time for me to clean out my closet and sell/donate half of my clothes, tidy up the house, make it to the beach once and a pool, finally complete The Sopranos and binge watch two seasons of House of Cards.  We are also currently dog sitting my husband's dog, Jazz, who stayed living with his mother when we got married.  So technically, my summer was filled with dog days (you can find the original meaning of the phrase HERE).   I have pretty much been living in all white the past few months and with the purging of my wardrobe, I made sure to keep simple staples with clean lines. 

Cheers to the end of my dog days of summer!

Cloth & Stone top, Madewell shorts and sunnies, Vans

Palm Trees//Summer Breeze

Last week it was way too hot in LA and while summer officially begins in a month, it came early this year.  I found this dress at Crossroads a couple of weeks ago and thought I would need to wait until July/August to wear it, but I was able to wear it sooner than expected.  I love the indigo blue palm trees and the 1920s style drop waist.  Paired with some Swedish Hasbeens that remind me of the 20s/30s, I felt like an F.Scott Fitzgerald character named after a flower or herb, so naturally, we went out and I ordered a gin cocktail.

Dress from Crossroads, Clogs: Swedish Hasbeens,
Anthropologie Sunnies, Yanessa B necklace

Faded Palms and Stripes

Yesterday was Mother's Day and the weather was absolutely perfect for a backyard brunch at my parents house in Orange County with my entire family and both of my grandmas.  It is always so nice to go down and relax at home while just laughing all day with my siblings.  The day turned into an evening BBQ, a bike ride around the park and ended with everyone piled onto couches watching Frozen.   

Forever 21 shirt, Madewell jeans, Anthropologie shades, U/O shoes

Street Spirit

This weekend we had a fundraiser event for my work which was the perfect excuse to get dressed up for an evening downtown filled with drinks, hors d'oeuvres and socializing.  We ended the night at the Ace Hotel rooftop bar with a few co-workers for a fun Saturday night out. 

Staring at Stars Dress from U/O, Anthropologie clutch,
 Swedish Hasbeens, Sonia Kashuk Lip color

Black & Blue

During Spring, the weather can quickly transition from sunny and warm during the day to breezy with a chill in the evening.  After a day spent romping around, it is nice to transition into the evening by simply putting on a cardigan.

Gifted Romper, Forever 21 cardigan, Madewell sunnies,
Revlon Black Cherry lipstick, vintage bangals

Here's Where the Story Ends

It already feels like summer has come early to LA. Everyday this week, the temperature has reached 85-90 and I am loving the warm evenings to enjoy a drink on the porch with my husband.  My warm weather uniform is a dress, denim around my waist and sunnies. 

Forever 21 dress, Anthropologie chambray,
Vintage Coach bag, U/O sunnies and sandals

Eyes to the Wind

Yesterday was the last day of Spring Break for me and although we only left the house to walk around the park and walk down Sunset for some delicious vegan fare, it was a perfectly casual Sunday and I loved every minute.

Stones top (old) via American Rag, Matteo Overalls, 

Madewell Sunnies, Converse Hightops

Runnin' Down a Dream

I have been on Spring Break the past week and I must admit, I am loving the free time! I chopped my hair off and donated 12 inches (!!!), I have been working out everyday, our house never looked better and of course, multiple walks a day with Finnegan.  One more week of runnin' down a dream...

 

Target top and jacket, James Jeans, Clarks Desert Boots, 

Kara Crossbody Bag Indio Shades, Necklace ℅ Yanessa B,

PS- A huge thanks to Johnnie and Kristy at Blanc Noir for my new blonder chopped do