Plaid and Flowers

(Me having too much fun!)

Currently re-mixing:

 

How can you not just love love love this hat? I was a little scared to wear it with anything at first, because the flower pattern looks so detailed and specific. But then I remembered my own advice that I've given over and over again: your outfit doesn't have to match, it has to go! 

So long as the colors are in sync with each other, then you can pretty much match any two prints together. So here is my attempt at plaid with flowers. Another thing you may not see me in very often.. jeans. Some people think that I don't even own a pair, but yes people, I surely do! Even if it's just one pair.

Hat: Anthroplogie

Top: Gap

Belt: Forever 21

Jeans: Gap

Wedges: a store in Paris

Bag: Fossil

Fun L.A. Outing

Getty Center, Los Angeles

I'd like to start off this post by saying how much I love SoCal! Yesterday was one of the funnest and filled days we've had in a while. I've had the pleasure of becoming friends with a lovely girl named Marena, who just recently moved here from the great state of Alabama! (said in a southern accent)..We wanted to make sure she had an authentic LA experience so ofcourse, our little Honda knew right where to take us - the cathedral in downtown LA, some amazing Dim Sum in Chinatown, iced coffee in Westwood, art and scenery at the Getty Museum, and let's not forget In-N-Out burger!

I didn't realize how much we'd be outside, so my hat really came in handy. Who knew hats were actually functional? Just kidding. Also, the dress was pretty low cut when I first got it, so I just used my needle and thread to hem up the straps a bit. Quick fix for a small problem.

Hat: Urban Outfitters

Dress: Target

Sweater: Gap

Necklace: Francesca's (similar)

Sandals: Reflection

Side Bag: Francesca's 

Casual Weekend

Hope you all had a great weekend! Mine was filled with sleep, pancakes, old friends, and Chinese food (in that order), so this was as dressed up as I can get it. Sometimes we just need to feel comfy in our clothes (but let's not forget to keep up the chicness level)!

I bought these wedge heels in 2009 while I was in Paris, France for a study abroad program. Did you know that Paris only has sales during 2 months of the year? (January and July for those who are wondering..)  I was fortunate enough to visit during the sale season, and I picked up these shoes in a busy little shoe boutique. Makes me miss it every time I put these on... Yes, someday I'll be back!

Maxi Dress: Gap

Cardigan: Loft

Wedges: Paris, somewhere?

Red (or pink) Dress

Currently re-mixing:

I can't decide if this dress is red or pink. I'm hoping it falls in the red family, since in my last post I just said that I do not own anything pink. Well I guess there's a first for everything, (but I'm secretly hoping someone will just agree with me).

This 3/4-sleeve cardigan is one of those pieces that I wear with almost everything. Those that see me on a daily basis will testify to that, and are probably thinking "Not that sweater again". It's kind of like that pair of pajamas that you wear most often. We all have a bunch in our drawars, but nothing is quite like that special one, right?

Dress: Francesca's

Cardigan: Gap

Heels: Reflections

Purse: Thrifted

Watch: Francesca's

Sunglasses: Ralph Lauren

Spring Fashion Faux Pas

What to wear to a graduation

Caps, gowns, tasssels.. We've all worn these at least once in our lives. Graduation ceremonies are a very special rite of passage, especially for those graduating from high school or college. But one of the nicest things we can do to show our support is by putting some effort into our appearance during these occasions.

There can be many extremes when it comes to "dressing up" - dads in Hawaiian shirts and flip flops, moms in mini-skirts, siblings in multi-colored hair, and the list goes on.

When we come dressed appropriately for the occasion, it shows others that we are here for them. Our efforts to look nice is a way to acknowledge that person's accomplishments, and tells them that we actually care. Just think of what message we are sending across when we are not dressed the part: it would be the same as if a college grad walked across the stage in their bathing suit - or Spongebob costume for that matter.

So during these weeks of fancy ceremonies, backyard barbeques, and dinner celebrations, let's think about how we can dress in a way that honors the person we are celebrating.