After just a few short weeks of dressing for cooler weather, I found myself quickly settling into a uniform that involved wearing pants most days. And after months of not being able to even fathom the idea of that much fabric on my body, it was a welcomed transition. But I'm now ...read more
You know when you haven't gone to a restaurant in years, and you wonder if it will be as good as you remembered it once was? That's exactly how I felt when G and I recently visited one of our favorite beach-side spots for a date night. We hadn't been since having Sloan, but it ...read more
There's a song I've always loved that's about finding a girl who is both fun ("short skirt") but professional and independent ("long jacket"). I appreciated the connection made in the song between outfit choices and the assumed personalities they project. This song popped into ...read more
When I dress in neutrals, I often go all out—all-black, head-to-toe army green, draped in beige—for the simple reason that I love a monochrome look. It makes a statement, without looking too over-the-top. For this outfit, I took the opposite approach to create a similar effect, ...read more
Once September rolls around, I'm always ready to trade in my summer clothes for cozy knits and textured fabrics. L.A. may stay hot for awhile, but it was fun to get a glimpse of cooler temperatures in Marin where the leaves are already changing color. For dinner out with my ...read more
I started to embrace denim skirts again last year after a fifteen year hiatus. Since I already own one that's more fitted, I bought this mini skirt that has more movement. The vintage a-line shape and metal buttons made this a perfect casual piece to wear for an afternoon ...read more
Don't you love when you find a designer piece that simply needs to make its way into your closet only to realize there's a much more affordable option at hand? Elizabeth and James' Draped Skirt first caught my attention for its wonderfully slinky fabric and waist-cinching ...read more
Mink Plaid Shirt, Vintage Aviators and Jade Earrings, J.Crew Dress, Banana Republic Belt, Foley + Corinna Bag, Forever 21 Ring, Michael Kors Espadrilles I didn't get my ears pierced until I was 18, but at the time, the prospect of clip-on earrings was downright frightening. ...read more
Banana Republic Scarf, Urban Outfitters Shirt, Forever 21 Skirt and Ring, Miss Sixty Pumps, Vintage Clutch and Bracelet Every once in a while, I'll come across a piece that is so undeniably feminine that it makes my heart skip a beat. Yesterday, while hurriedly running ...read more
Urban Outfitters Beanie, H&M Top, Vintage Bracelet, Express Belt, Trina Turk Skirt, Hue Tights, Vintage Boots, Foley + Corinna Bag Even though there are still two weeks left until Christmas, this morning my boyfriend surprised me with a Nikon D40, a digital SLR camera that I've ...read more
Banana Republic tank, Trina Turk Blazer, H&M skirt, Hue tights, Alberta Ferretti Philosophy heels, Vintage Brooch and Bracelet The idea that lace is a fabric reserved for cooler months has always perplexed me. Due to its breathable configuration, it simply needs to be worn with ...read more
As most of my readers can attest, I'm a huge aficionado of Flea Markets. This Sunday, I visited a popular one in West Hollywood and since I walked away with a bunch of great new things, I thought I'd share some of my secrets to success. avoid: fake bags embrace: vintage ...read more
After reading Dapper Kid's post on men's fashion at the Teen Choice Awards, I was particularly inspired by his mention of Elijah Kelley's crisp, checkered shirt. I've been tempted by this trend for quite some time, and even tried stealing one of my boyfriend's flea market ...read more
As mentioned a few days ago, I had a pretty successful shopping weekend, filled with great deals from the flea market, and some not as great deals from a little store on Beverly Blvd. While I don't usually spend a lot of money on seemingly simple pieces made of cotton, there was ...read more