I've been loving everything Coach has been doing lately. When I first saw their dinosaur and shark sweaters popping up on forces like Kate Moss and Olivia Palermo, it was clear the kitschy-cute designs were highly wearable. I was a little too excited, then, to receive this ...read more
Sometimes there's nothing more appealing than ditching tons of colors, patterns, and layers for a simple black ensemble. I picked up this dress at Topshop last time I was in New York and had approximately thirty spare minutes to myself. I didn't even try it on and knew that the ...read more
I can never pass up a prim and proper blouse, especially with great details like pin-dots, an attached scarf, and in a pale peach color. Since the mornings have been quite brisk lately, I layered it with a leather and knit sheath dress, over-the-knee socks, and boots. Even if the ...read more
I was sold on this dress when I saw it just from the front. A classic a-line wool mini dress that's appropriate even on the chilliest evenings. But when I saw it from the back, that's when I fell in love. The jewels add such a special touch to an otherwise neutral piece and I ...read more
I'm always in search of the perfect sweater dress and this one combines all of the little details I love most: a boatneck top, a fun color combination (heather gray + plum), little pleats, and in fabrics that don't weigh you down. I slipped this on for brunch this past weekend ...read more
You know those mornings when you wake up and you just feel off? That was me yesterday. In high school, my friend and I used commiserate about the same thing and thought that it was best not to even try to look presentable (which, back then, meant sparkly eyeliner and butterfly ...read more
{Menswear-inspired blazers: Juicy Couture, Topshop, Zara}With each approaching season, there are always a few trends that I can't wait to try. This fall is no different, and as soon as the weather cools a bit, I look forward to incorporating some of them into my wardrobe. I'm ...read more
The humidity that swept across the east last week has finally landed in L.A. I wore a variation of this outfit for pretty much the entire time - a flowy top and flouncy skirt - and since jewelry felt too constricting, I wore it in my hair. ...read more
I wore this out for a double date this past weekend for a casual dinner at our favorite sushi spot. The outfit had morphed throughout the day - starting with my chambray shirt tucked into paint-splattered shorts and canvas slip-ons. Instead of changing entirely, I dressed it up ...read more
Yesterday morning was so gloomy that even the brightest pieces in my closet seemed overly cheery and saccharine. I stuck to an all-black ensemble, with a few patterned pieces, that kept it from feeling too drab. And while these pictures don't do them justice, I love these ...read more
After a week of wearing not much more than bikinis and bug spray, a textured dress was a welcomed change. I've had this one since last winter (I wore it in this video), but since the pirate-esque sleeves don't exactly lend themselves to layering, I waited for a cool summer ...read more
My uniform for the cold mornings and warm afternoons has consisted of thin knits (I just bought this one by Free People) and breezy skirts. This skirt in particular has been on constant rotation, since its sheerness requires a slip underneath, a layering trick I most frequently ...read more
I love looking at old images of my mom; when she had long hair, and dresses to match. Most of them were from the '70s and dotted with beautiful floral patterns that I would kill to have in my closet today. I stumbled across this floaty dress last week at Urban Outfitters and took ...read more
I love neutral palettes and often find myself gravitating towards pretty peaches, understated nudes and creamy whites. Every once in a while though, I'm drawn to bold colors that make even more of an impact when paired together. I bought this top and skirt this week at Zara and ...read more
There was a threat of rain throughout the weekend; with ominous clouds lurking the whole time, but with little to show for it. I wore this trench consistently, just in case, and fell in love with it all over again. I usually only pull it out in anticipation of wet weather, but I ...read more
Anytime I get back after a trip, I spend an inordinate amount of time at home, which leads to lots of redecorating. I finally had time to visit the flea market and came home with an incredible Hellenic bust, a splintery wooden chair (for an upcoming DIY project) and a vintage ...read more
After I overdid the whole long skirt phase in college, I thought I'd be over it for good. Definitely not the case. This was my first purchase over the summer and since then I've been gradually adding longer pieces to my closet. This skirt stood out since it has the appeal of the ...read more
Weekday mornings are always a bit hectic in our house. Yesterday we decided to forgo the dirty dishes in the sink, skip the gym and went out for an early breakfast. It was deceptively cold, so I threw on this sweater cape that I had in my backseat (how fun are the mitten-shaped ...read more
The weather in Northern California was so cold that I barely left my parents' house and this coat (first mentioned here) was the only reason I made it out the door. I avoided the mall on Black Friday and instead opted to walk around downtown Mill Valley with a hot cup of coffee. ...read more
There are times when I think the LBD gets a bit too much praise. Sure it can go with anything, be dressed up with a few well-placed accessories, but I much prefer a long-sleeved mini dress (I suppose the acronym LSMD just doesn't have the same ring). I found this dress on sale ...read more
I've been admiring the cat-eye sunglasses trend from afar for quite some time. While I love the look on most people, it always seemed too dramatic or costume-y on me, so I just stuck with my oversized frames (here, here and here). That all changed though, when I received these ...read more
Lately I've been all about textures; something that happens nearly every time the weather turns colder. It's a stark contrast to the breezy cotton I live in during the summer and a nice way to break up all-black ensembles. This weekend was exactly what I've been craving, with ...read more
I've been obsessed with long-sleeved mini dresses for a while, but it's rare to find ones that get the proportions down just right. I love the strong shoulders on this one since it makes such a dramatic impact and balances out the length perfectly. I wore this out for dinner last ...read more
When I packed for New York I intentionally left some space in my suitcase to accommodate new purchases. Maybe it's the awkward transition from summer to fall, but I left empty handed after numerous trips to my favorite stores that typically prove to be dangerous. One of my last ...read more