Weekend Recap :: White Denim

Hi All! How was your weekend? I hope either tons of fun or tons of relaxing time! I had a pretty productive weekend sifting through old clothing and items and throwing away "junk" and creating "to donate" piles. AND, I did that in the friendboy's room AND my own. I've been on a cleaning spree. It's actually been pretty therapeutic. Sometimes you just need those kinds of days/weekends.

I was also able to find white denim, yay! If you recall, I had been looking at a couple of different ones. I actually ended up going with a totally different brand but it's been treating me well so far.

My only gripe about these pants are that the front pockets are FAUX pockets. I didn't know when I bought them. I just tried them on to make sure they looked okay. It wasn't until this day that I tried to put my phone into the pocket... and nearly dropped it because well, there wasn't a pocket there!!!

This is not an advertisement for Starbucks by the way. I was just thirsty. It was hot!

:: Outfit Details ::

Floral Tank :: H&M, similar here

White Skinny Jeans :: Mango, similar here

Tan Sandals :: Target

Bamboo Sunglass :: Gucci

Black Tote Bag :: Marc by Marc Jacobs (with studs!)

Bangles & Bracelets :: Forever21, similar // Kohls (actually a necklace), similar

Hard Boiled Egg Necklace (not really eggs, just look like them) [old] :: H&M, not so similar here

White Shell Earrings [old] :: Urban Outfitters, similar here

LA Color Rush

Hope everyone had a great Father's Day weekend. We celebrate the way we know best.. with food. But I'll talk about food later.

I've been a native SoCal girl all my life. I've never lived anywhere else. I'm spoiled by the weather (I get cold when its 70 degrees), the food (as you can see from my gluttony posts), and especially the scenery! Perhaps you're from here and you're thinking, "Pssh! What scenery?" Or... you're not from here and you're thinking, "You mean all that 'graffiti' behind you in those photos?"

I think when I was younger, I never paid much attention to the "writings on the walls" (The literal writings. Not the Destiny's Child's album. Just clarifying). I used to never really understand why people HAD to put all their art on the sides of freeways or on random buildings. But over the years, I've come to appreciate it. I like finding it when I do and my favorites will always be the drawings/paintings off of the 101frwy/Spring Street exit (which they've actually photographed, hung as a banner, and painted over the originals... sad).

I'm also not saying that I like ALL the walls of LA to be painted on. I still enjoy green trees and flowers and a "clean" and a polished look. I just think that some areas have so much more character with people's artwork, proudly displayed for all to see, share, and love. It's a nice rush of color in one moment then back to peace in the next.

Until next time my friends... Oh and... Happy Monday!

:: Outfit Details ::

Chambray Button-Up :: Banana Republic

Skinny Jeans  :: Gap

Blush Pink Shift Top :: H&M, similar here, cute one here

Leather Flats :: Target

Brynn Tote :: Rebecca Minkoff

Asian Fit Tortoise Sunnies (old & discontinued) :: Fendi, similar here

Summer, Summer, Summer Time

It's almost here. Summer! The weather is getting warmer (most days) here in SoCal. I can feel it! So much that I actually wore shorts. And I never wear shorts! I don't know what it is but if I'm going to show off my white legs, I'd much rather do it in a skirt than in shorts. There's something about singling out each leg that makes me feel uncomfortable versus having them both wrapped up in a single chute of fabric. I know it might not make sense to you... it makes sense to me. I think. :P

But alas, here are my bare legs, singled out. Because it's hot. And I'm giving shorts a whirl.

:: Outfit Details ::

Striped Chunky Cable Cardigan :: Banana Republic

Blush Shell :: H&M (current), similar online here

Navy Scalloped Shorts (old) :: Urban Outfitters, cuter version here

Brown Sandals :: Mossimo/Target, also comes in black

Brown Tote (old) :: H&M, also seen here, similar here

Mint Chain Necklace :: H&M, similar here

Feminine Wayfarer Eyeglasses :: Dior 

Happy Friday everyone! Hope you all have some great plans for the weekend. I've got a full plate ahead of me. And, I also plan on not wearing shorts anytime soon. :P 

Olives & Flowers

Wasn't feeling all that "fabulous" a few days ago. Decided to just dress in something quick and cozy. I'm sure you all get those kinds of days where you just want to go with something quick and easy.

 

:: Outfit Details :: 

Army Green Utility Jacket :: Tulle, similar here

Pink Floral Top (old) :: H&M, more awesome Staci Woo version here

Skinny Jeans (old) :: Gap

Brown Leather Flip Flops :: Seychelles, similar here

Brown Pleather Hobo (old) :: H&M, similar here

Lots of oldies but goodies in this post. Sometimes some of the best outfits and most cozy are your old worn in pieces. Also, I've heard a lot of people say that they do not like buying H&M products/clothing because of quality. But I've had this hobo bag for awhile now and it's done me good. I think its wearing now... but I've probably had for 4-5 years? I think I've gotten my $24.95 worth. Don't you think?

A Weekend in Maui :: Day 3 Pt 2

Finally! Day of the wedding! And beautiful it was!

The wedding was outdoors on a cliff and overlooking the beautiful Kapalua beaches. It was slightly windy but nothing we could not handle. Guests were given disposable cameras to take photos of the wedding night from their own perspectives so that they bride and groom had something to look forward to later. The tables were arranged with fresh flowers, place settings/menus, and sandals as wedding favors! These sandals would come in handy at the end of the night. We were served tropical cocktails (and beer and wine) before the meal. During dinner, we had shrimp and scallop stuffed gyozas, caprese salad, filet mignon, and wedding cake and cheesecake for dessert!

Throughout the evening, we had a live musician who was singing all sorts of love songs while playing the guitar. He did some awesome covers of various songs. He even took requests! So, we requested "Pour Some Sugar On Me" by Def Leppard but for some reason he laughed... and only played a couple of chords.... after his break, he came back and played at least the chorus and sang, for us!

The bride and groom took their first dance as newly weds and after everyone was done eating and dancing, we all slipped our new flip flops on and went out and lit some wishing lanterns! It took lots of teamwork and effort to get these guys unraveled, lit, and floating in the air. I think everyone enjoyed this. This was a really cute idea. We also lit sparklers too but... my camera died!

All in all, a great wedding. Lots of fun. Very small and intimate group in a beautiful and tropical place.

I hope you enjoyed my Maui photos. Have a great Friday everyone!

For my outfit details, click here.

For more Maui posts, you can visit: here, here, here, here, and here!

Wishful Wednesday on Thursday :: Sandal Lust

Lately I've been fiending after a pair of good "Greek Sandals". I've really wanted something sleek that could go with everything (from work to weekend wear) and is comfortable. I've been looking for a nice camel colored pair that I can wear with almost everything. I found some cute "denim" looking ones at DSW the other day however, I couldn't justify spending $60+ on a pair that I was just "meh" about. They had all the colors I didn't want. Don't you just hate when that happens?

Anyway, continuing my research to find a good pair. Join me if you wish. :P

Hive & Honey $79.50



Pedro Garcia $193.50

I'm looking for something similar to the one above but not quite as... platformy! I would like them to be a bit flatter if possible. All I ask for is a simple ankle band and band over and across the front. Is that too much to ask for? :)




Nine West $59.90


The above is EXACTLY what I'm looking for! Except it's not Cognac or Camel colored :(

Nine West $79.00

The above is a really close one also... Yes, I know, I'm really picky. :(

Have a suggestion? Make one! I appreciate it!