Old Ie + Denim Skirt.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

sunglasses: Warby Parker

necklace + earrings: Jewelry Box

blouse (ie): hand-me-down

skirt: Zara

bag: Zara (via Crossroads Trading Co.)

shoes: Old Navy

Not much time for talk today beyond a simple hello and some warm wishes from me to you. It's 5:28 a.m. as I type this, and I'm running on some crazy adrenaline. I stopped working on Sunday, my partner in crime graduated college, and in a matter of hours I'll be on my way on a 2-month European adventure. Gosh, I can barely contain myself!  See y'all on the road. Some Euro treats are definitely coming your way!

Red Backpack + LA Denim.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earrings: Jewelry Box

necklace: H&M

jacket: Young & Reckless (via Crossroads Trading Co.)

top: For Love and Lemons (via Crossroads Trading Co.)

shorts: H&M

backpack: Zara (via Crossroads Trading Co.)

sneakers: Adidas (via Crossroads Trading Co.)

As a theme park enthusiast, I just had to celebrate my anniversary at Universal Studios (b/c newly opened Wizarding World of Harry Potter, of course). Theme park dressing brings about a bunch of challenges, especially for my constantly fluctuating in temperature body. It's too hot in the sun, it's too cold waiting in line for indoor rides, it's just never a fun time. And the amounts of walking one has to do? Definitely a workout.

My theme park dressing game has definitely evolved since the old days - I first went to Disneyland when I was in the 3rd grade rocking some denim on denim (frumpy, not chic) and matching sneakers with my mom (AND dad). This time around I relied on lace details and bright colors to take my comfy look up a notch. The jacket, backpack and sneakers are some of the newest items in my wardrobe and wearing them together was the best! 

Any new theme park recommendations out there? I enjoy the really immersive ones. It's nice to escape reality every now and then. 

Bodycon Red + Classic Heels.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

earrings: thrifted

blazer: Forever 21

dress: Missguided (via Crossroads Trading Co.)

heels: Candie's at Kohl's

bag: hand-me-down

I hunted for that perfect anniversary dress for weeks! Spent plenty'a lunch breaks trying on the prettiest incoming merchandise, and basically anything that came in a bright, eye-catching color. Surprise!  Had just about given up on the damn thing when  my coworker waved this red gem into my face. Sure, it's not unique in style nor is it made of a fancy material, but it felt perfect for me. I've been enjoying clothes that I classify as "architectural," which in my mind equates to strong cutouts and crisp color. This dress has both, and the body-hugging quality of it was just a plus.

My boyfriend loved the fit (as did I), and it seemed perfect for the occasion - a fancy dinner in DTLA. I will say that if you're the kind of person that gets really self-conscious about food babies, this dress is definitely not your jam. In my case, 4 years of relationship make me unfazed at the thought of sharing food babies with bae. Also the oversized blazer helps ;) Thank you so much for stopping by!