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
Sometimes a few key elements (namely a gold, sequined blazer, a polka dot blouse, and a jeweled, satin clutch) can make an ordinary outfit feel sparkly, in more ways than one. ...read more
Lately I've been into mixing and matching conservative pieces with much more relaxed items, like these tailored trousers with one of my favorite slouchy sweatshirts. By sticking with one color, it creates a streamlined silhouette that doesn't feel too stuffy. ...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
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
I'd been searching for leopard pumps for a while, but tracking down the right pair proved to be a lot more challenging than I realized. The print had to look realistic and not fake, the toe not too square or pointy, and with a heel that was delicate and not chunky. I got to ...read more
For the most part I follow the philosophy "less is more." Most of my outfits consist of simple silhouettes, but when it comes to accessorizing, I like the way it looks to pile on unexpected pieces. I found this rhinestone necklace a couple of weeks back at the flea market and ...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 bought this mango-colored tulle (among other sherbet shades) a while ago and have been playing around with different projects ever since. One of my failed attempts at a necklace has since turned into a headband, which I complemented (though unintentionally) with cotton candy ...read more
I received these jeans a few weeks back, but decided to wait until we were a bit further along into spring to pull out my light denim. They're the perfect hybrid of high-waisted jeans; with a slight bell bottom flair that makes just enough of a statement. Since I lived in ...read more
I've only featured this Madewell dress once before (here), which isn't an accurate reflection of how frequently it gets worn. It's one of those pieces that's easy to throw on while running out the door and pairs just as well with a structured blazer as it does with an oversized ...read more
I've been searching for a leather skirt for longer than I care to admit, so I was ecstatic when I found an affordable one last week at Zara. It's a classic shape, but feels current with its buttery leather and simple pockets. I've already worn it a couple of times since then; ...read more
This week wasn't meant to be brought to you by the color yellow, but apparently I've been gravitating towards it lately. I bought this dress a while back but every time I put it on, it felt a bit too flight attendant-esque, with its tie collar and general lack of shape. I decided ...read more
I first wore these pants during Fashion Week in September (here) and they've been a staple ever since. I initially questioned whether they'd work with anything other than cropped tops, but I love the contrast with this sharp blazer. I've been exclusively wearing high-waisted ...read more
I've always had a thing for tutus, but the typical pink color made them feel relatively inappropriate for anyone past the age of seven. I love that this one's not only black, but also lined with leather on the waistband and along the trim. It's going to be an edgy staple ...read more
I bought this skirt about a month ago for Fashion Week and realized only after I arrived in New York that I had left it wrapped in its packaging on my dresser back home. For such a sparkly piece, it's surprisingly wearable and I've been adhering to one of my favorite trends ...read more
I wouldn't exactly call myself a spontaneous person. There's something about the long, lazy days of summer though, that beg for random day trips to places you've never been. Since the temperatures were in the upper 90's, we packed up the car and headed to Arrowhead Lake, where we ...read more
The beach towns in Northern California are special. They have such a quaint feel, with their windy streets, walk-up burger stands and family-run shops. Since the weather was brisk, I opted to leave my bathing suit at home and layered on my tights and a long sleeve shirt under my ...read more
In college I spent many hours at Union Station (it's also when I discovered this street) while traveling up and down the Southern California coast. It feels like you're back in an entirely different era and the architecture alone is worth the trip. This past weekend, after a day ...read more
I can't remember the last time I owned a long skirt. While I typically think they're the quickest way to make even the the tallest of girls look short and stout, I couldn't resist trying this on in Zara last week. It may not be the most flattering piece of clothing in my closet, ...read more
We arrived yesterday evening in New York and despite reports of rain, humidity, thunderstorms and tornadoes (which prompted a mild panic attack), the weather couldn't have been more perfect. I love warm, balmy nights so we dropped off our luggage, slipped into some fresh clothes ...read more
I have close to a dozen blazers in my closet; some structured with strong shoulders, others loose and flowy, but I always find myself reaching for the same one time and time again. The navy color and gold buttons make it wearable with just about anything and I've recently begun ...read more
The lovely ladies at Planet Blue gave me this dress a couple months back and I'd be lying if I said I've been wearing it sparingly. I reach for it every time the weather cooperates and can't get enough of the low-cut back, flirty length and summery pattern. Though I usually pair ...read more
On Saturday night we had two birthday parties to attend so I needed an outfit that could easily transition from a formal gathering to a rowdy bar. I figured some sort of updo would be best since my hair has gotten to a point that it's far too long to wear down without offending ...read more