Orange and Denim

Happy Wednesday everyone! I am back again in chambray, I know, I am such a repeat offender. But in my defense, these outfits were a couple of days apart, and I know you guys are guilty of the same offense. I figure, if I love it, I might as well rock it. Also, please excuse the huge burn mark on my arm, I had a run in with the curling iron, ouch.

Skirt: J Crew

Bracelet: Forever 21

Chambray: J Crew

Summer Endings...

I have been trying to get the last ware out of my summer clothes for the past week or so. I hate that summer is officially gone, and fall is here. I already miss the hot, sunny weather. I have to admit I do really love fall, with all the boots, layering, and pretty colors. It's more the idea of the cold that I hate! 

Skirt: Forever 21

Chambray: J Crew

Sandals: Old

Sunnies: Nordstrom via B.P.

{Three Ways to Wear: A Denim Jacket }

A denim jacket can be worn in just about every outfit. It can dress something down or jazz it up. Either way, a good denim jacket is a great statement piece for this fall and winter. Here are some of the ways I am looking forward to wearing my denim jacket.

Were you worried that those colorful pants you bought for the spring and summer were going to collect dust over the next few months? Don't you worry, they will do no such thing. Who says you can't bring them into the fall and winter? It is the way you pair the color that makes it cooler weather ready. I love the play with preppy and hipster in this outfit. A nice pair of bright pants, a sweater and a denim jacket scream prepster, but the combat boots add such a rough edge, perfect for the winter.

I am such a sucker for polka dots. This adorable J Crew skirt with a simple mustard yellow sweater tucked in make my knees go weak. Not to mention the riding boots, and I am sold. I personally think the denim jacket adds so much to this outfit. It pulls the whole thing together. Oh, layering, how I love you.

This last outfit was actually inspired by something I saw someone wearing in a British tabloid that I found randomly sitting on a treadmill at my gym. Weird, I know, but true. I loved the look of wearing a leather skirt castually into the colder months by layering. And in case you are drooling over the ankle booties like I have been for the last few hours, they are from Zara, and they are perfect. Again, the denim really helps make the leather more casual and all around pulled together. Is there anything better than a denim jacket, though?

{Weekend Fun: Party Outfit}

This post will be all about what to wear to holiday parties!

Okay, okay...just kidding. It is, afterall, a bit early for that. (But, seriously, this post could be used for a holiday party outfit idea. Just saying). This weekend I attended a partay my parent's ther. It was actually very gorgeous, and a fancy gig...cocktail party. Not a partay. No problem, I love dressing up.

I have been looking for a reason to wear this dress I picked up a few months ago, and this seemed like the perfect occasion. The skirt kind of resembles a tablecloth. But in a really cute, fashionable way, right? I love this dress, might even wear it for one of those holiday parties I was rambling about.

Dress: Forever 21

Shoes: Guess

Bracelet: Forever 21

Oh, and Happy Monday people!

{Pretty Things}

Wooohoo TGIF!!! This week has been a bit of a whirwind in school and work...and life. Not complaing, but I am definitely happy it's Friday! Time to partay. In celebration of the weekend and my relaxed state of mind, here are some pretty things! Happy Friday people!

Almost winter, my favorite time of the year...

{Currently Craving...}

Here are some things I am currently craving. Let's call it a wishlist....might take me a while, though!

1. Net-a-Porter 2. Zara 3. J. Crew 4. Ralph Lauren 5. Zara 6. YSL 7. Tommy Hilfiger 8. TopShop

9. Hermes 10. Jimmy Choo "Evans" 11. Barneys

{Army Vest Obsession}

As you guys know, I am in love with vests (See here to fully understand where I am coming from, if you don't already). This army vest from Old Navy is a total dupe for the wonderful J Crew one. I threw on a black dress, leopard print sweater, some tights and my favorite Enzo Angiolini boots and called it good. This is one of my favorite fall go-to outfits because of its comfort factor. I have been trying to layer more lately and I am pretty sure my obsession with vests is getting worse...crap!! Anyways, happy Friday!  

{1 Sweater, 3 ways}

Something that happens to me all too often when shopping is finding something I literally cannot live without. So, of course, I buy it. Obviously, what other option is there really?! Then I get home and I don't have a clue what to wear it with. This happened the other day when I found a gorgeous pink sweater at a vintage store. I had to have it, then got home and realized I own zero pink. Literally, zero. Weird, right? I mean, I am a girl, this is not really normal. Anyways, I was stumped on what to pair it with because I don't really wear pink, and we are talking very bright, blinding, magenta pink people. First time for everything, though. So here are some ideas I came up with for some inspiration. Note: these outfits work with almost any color sweater. So without further adieu... 

I love the rolled up True Religion jeans with the bright pink and these Zara booties are to die for. Pairing it with some arm candy, a bold, bulky necklace and this Old Navy vest makes it perfect for chilly fall weather.

This look would be perfect for a day at work followed by happy hour. Black tights are my new best friend. I used to kind of hate the feel of tights...like, I felt like my mom. But these days I guess I am channelling my inner-mom because I love them. To brighten the look, I would use some kind of belt over the sweater, around the waist. This black with gold embelishments is my pick, but another bold color would also work! I couldn't resist the fur (I am just so addicted) and the ballet flats!

This look is definitely my favorite. I would wear this everyday if I could. Seriously, though, I would. Leggings, boots and a comfy weater..who can possibly resist? Boots are my addiction, what can I say. Give me a scarf, some gold jewlery, some sunglasses and I'm set. All I need is a coffee..

I hope you got some inspiration from these, let me know if you have suggestions for my next 1 piece, 3 ways look! tweet me!

{Fall Stripes}

This is one of my favorite purchases this past summer. I got it for the 4th of July, and it was perfect for the not so warm Seattle weather. I love the notical look to it, I mean, who doesn't like a good notical dress?! The length and slightly baggy fit make it one of the most comfortable dresses I own. I got a lot of wear out of it this summer, and fortunately the past week has been pretty warm for this time of year! Pairing it with a simple denim jacket and flats for this gorgeous sunny day.

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{Gap Style Event}

Happy Monday and Happy Halloween! I hope everyone had a perfectly spooky time!

This past Thursday I went to a style event at the Gap hosted by Emerald Closet. My good friend Alyson Andrews was the featured blogger of the night, and she was fabulous! It was a really good time, with styling tips, yummy snacks, goody bags and lots of bloggers! There were raffel prisez and I was beyond ecstatic to win the grand prize of a $100 visa card, a Vera Bradley clutch. It was a very good time meeting new people and seeing my friend Alyson! Many thanks to Emerald Closet, The Gap and Alyson!


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Alyson's mannequin and I (So cute)

My friend Blakeley and I

Outfit of the night. J. Crew vest (love), Urban Outfitters Jeans, H&M Shoes, Invicta watch

Alyson, Blakeley and I

{Trick or Treat}

It is Halloween weekend! Hooray!! I don't know about you, but I am pretty darn excited. Although, I still don't know what I am going to be...yikes! I am running a little late on costume ideas, so if you have one, help a sister out! Have a safe and fun halloween to all! Get freaky (like, scary...get your mind out of the gutter), get spooky, get weird or look pretty and cute. Whatever your trick or treat style is just make sure you eat lots and lots and lots and LOTS of candy! Keep those dentists in business, people!

 
Honestly, I don't know if this is cool or down right creepy. Maybe a little of both...

{Fur Frenzy}

This vest is going to make a lot of appearances this fall/winter...so get ready, because I am in love! I have a few furs (all foux, calm down!) and I love them all. They are the perfect something extra to almost any outfit. They are warm, they are soft and they make me feel cozy. Basically, there is nothing wrong with them...at least I think so. My furs are my go-to jackets of the fall and winter, kind of like denim jackets in the spring and summer. I hope you guys enjoy!

Shoes: Gift from a family member, bongo

Vest: Nordstrom

Jeans: Joes via Nordstrom

Shirt: Old

Ring: Forever 21