Outfit: Loose Tee + Boyfriend Jeans.

The Outfit

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earring 1 (long): LA Arts District Co-op

earring 2: unknown

top: Crossroads Trading Co.

necklaces: Charlotte Russe

bag: thrifted

jeans: Old Navy

shoes: Nine West (via Ross Dress for Less)

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Over the summer, I've accumulated an entire collection of deep blues, with this interestingly cut T-shirt as one of the main pieces. Fast forward to now and this lovely shirt relocated to my mother's closet (she was enthusiastic, so I gave in), but the photos of this comfy boyfriend jeans pairing remain.  To be honest, I struggled with posting these. Blogging, particularly of the personal style variety, tends to show people as their best selves, from their best angles, under their best lighting. For me, these photos are none of the above.  Half the time I have to remind myself that I'm not trying to fit into this mold. I blog because I love to write, photograph, document, and inspire. I have to remind myself that my intention is to be real and approachable, not airbrushed and unrealistic.  To those that are giving up hope, I assure you that quirkiness is alive and well and I will continue to check myself and make sure I have a healthy dose of it. As should you. After all, the world would be a boring place if we had perfect hair every single day, right? 

Outfit: Tuxedo Jumpsuit + Red (#UltimateVegasOutfit).

The Outfit 

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earrings: Crossroads Trading Co.

jumpsuit: Crossroads Trading Co.

necklace: Jewelry Box

bag: thrifted

sandals: CL Chinese Laundry via Ross Dress for Less

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I've recently discovered a strong fondness of jumpsuits (up until I have to use the restroom, of course), and when Juliana of Vegas.com contacted me with the challenge of coming up with an #UltimateVegasOutfit, I immediately knew where my loyalties stood.

Although my favorite hotel is the Flamingo (so kitsch. so pink.), I could see this outfit prancing around Monte Carlo or Caesar's Palace. I especially love how this one article of clothing covers all bases- it's hot during the day? No worries, your outfit is sleeveless and hangs decently loose. Shopping around all day? Throw on some comfy sandals and you're set- it's also hella easy to take off and try on things. And ready for that party tonight? Substitute the bag + shoes and voila. 

Vegas is a lovely, fun place, so why not enjoy it in a versatile and subtly sexy piece? Plus, in a sea of sequins and skin-tight dresses, you'll be sure to stand out while being comfortable enough to dance the night away. 

Outfit: Bright Top + Cutoffs.

The Outfit 

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earrings: garage sale

top: Charlotte Russe

shorts: Forever 21

bag: Sole Society

bracelets: gifted by mom

shoes: Nine West via Ross Dress for Less

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Hey, friends! Forgive my inability to be coherent, but I'm way too tired. Here's a little candid moment in my life for ya- putting off everything until midnight the night before driving back to school, then further procrastinating by doing a blog post. Story of my life.

This is probably the only post of the summer where I'm not wearing an item I got at Crossroads and it's quite surprising, I was planning on doing a mega haul video with everything I purchased while working there, but for my sanity (and so I don't give my parents concrete evidence of how much stuff I purchased), I won't. 

Shoutout to the earrings for making it on here two posts in a row. These were really an acquired taste for me. They seemed like a bit too much at first, but I can never resist a super deep hue. Also they remind me of a dress made out of Hallmark cards that I saw on Project Runway the other night. Anyone else know what I'm talking about?

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Outfit: Open Back + Printed Pants.

The Outfit

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earrings: street vendor in Romania

top: Crossroads Trading Co.

ring: street vendor in Mexico 

pants: Charlotte Russe

bag: Zara via Crossroads Trading Co.

sandals: CL Chinese Laundry via Ross Dress for Less

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Hi, friends! I'm coming live from day three of being off work and it's been awesome and relaxing and everything good in the world. These pictures, however, have nothing to do with that. These babies are long overdue from a beautiful date day spent at Echo Park, pedal boats and all. We soaked up the sun, shared an organic muffin and got some really sweet tan lines. And of course, along the way, had time for some quick photos to share! 
This top was one of my first summer purchases after getting employed and I've just been dying to bust it out. It's a bit risque for those of us not used to freeing the nipple, but slap some pasties on and make sure your day won't involve running of any sort and you're golden.  The grass is definitely greener in no bra land. And just check out how sweet this top matches with the comfiest pants ever! Thank you so much for stopping by!

Outfit: Pink Moto + Cutout Top.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earrings: Icing

moto jacket: Plato's Closet

cutout top: Derek Heart

watch: Michael Kors

shorts: Wet Seal

bag: Nine West

sandals: CL Chinese Laundry via Ross Dress for Less

Once upon a time, the owner of this here blog was done with all her final exams and relaxed at home for a week after a pretty stressful semester. Then, she headed to Los Angeles for the summer and decided it was time to blog full-force again! 

Here we have the first product of this decision- admittedly a bit below the requirements for the night's temperature. The day had been sunny and beautiful, so how could I even imagine that anything beyond a light jacket would be necessary? But here and behold, come evening, it was freezing {insert body anatomy}. Well played, LA, well played.

These sandals have been on replay lately- one of my most recent purchases from Ross. Not a huge fan of the store these days, but their shoe game has been really on point lately. I was in need of new summer footwear and these go with most outfits I own. 

Thank you for stopping by! It's good to be back!

Outfit: Leggings + Neon Studs.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earrings: Eve's

necklace: Icing

top: Self Esteem via Ross Dress for Less

leggings: Forever21

bag: Nine West

booties: LC Lauren Conrad via Kohl's 

Hi, everyone! Today I'm sharing one of my winter break outfits. I wore this for a stroll downtown with my little brother and boyfriend- a comfy little number for wandering around different stores. The earrings are one of my favorite finds- from the cheap jewelry store in Las Cruces (Eve's). I got them for a dollar and they're just precious! 

Also worth noting are the leggings, which I've been wearing an obscene amount lately (mostly because nothing else fits me after the Christmas/New Year's Eve feast). Not to worry though, now that I'm back at school I'm definitely working on that. 

Thank you so much for stopping by! Hope everyone has a happy and healthy new semester!