A Walk In The Park

Top: FP ONE by Free People 'Strike it Open Back Top' (here)

Necklace & Earrings: Vanessa Mooney

Destroyed Denim: Dittos Brand (similar here)

Heels: Jeffrey Campbell 'Solitaire' (here)

Jacket: Bar III Anorak (here)

Every time I visit my big sis in San Diego, we like to play tourist! We'll go from one touristy attraction to the next, day after day. On this particular day, we strolled around Balboa Park, admired the beautiful gardens & architecture, and snapped some pictures before heading off to a delicious dinner at Fleming's Steakhouse. 

Fake It Til You Make It

Faux Leather Shorts: MinkPink

Sweater: Swell

Heels: Jeffrey Campbell "Solitaire"

Necklace: Chan Luu

Bracelet: Luv AJ

 

When it comes to leather/faux leather shorts, I personally like to stick with a classic black style because I know that I'll get the most wear out of them. Leather shorts can be surprisingly versatile, sleek, and edgy.

Styling Tips:

For a more tailored look: I suggest tucking a nice silk or chiffon button down blouse into your shorts and pairing it with some classic pumps. And maybe top off the outfit with a nice tailored blazer for a more polished look. Try a printed blazer for more sass and edge. 

For a sportier look: I suggest tucking your favorite simple plain t-shirt into your shorts, and layering a cute bomber or Letterman jacket over. I would probably pair this outfit with some sleek girlie heels to contrast the sportiness of the look, but I think Converse sneakers would be a great alternative if heels just aren't your thing. 

I kind of did a casual look with some feminine touches for my outfit. I kept it simple with a knit sweater slightly tucked into my shorts, but added some pointed toe pumps and a clutch. If the weather were any cooler, I would have opted for tights under my shorts and a nice thick, chunky knit sweater. How would you girls style your leather shorts?! Feel free to email me and show me! Have a great weekend, y'all!

White Christmas

It's less than a week until Christmas and I can barely contain myself! I love love love this time of year especially because of all the fun gatherings that take place...like this ugly Christmas sweater party at my friend's house in Ventura.

Eddie and I were totally lame and didn't have anything super festive or 'ugly' enough to wear so we settled with whatever we could find in our closets. We weren't sure we would even be able to make it because we both worked this past weekend so we didn't have time to prep anything. I just threw on one of my mom's old embellished sweaters from the 80s (that I've had hidden in my closet for years) over a white bodycon dress, nude tights, and a pair of Jeffrey Campbell heels. I accessorized with a vintage cream & gold headband, Vanessa Mooney earrings & bracelets, and Jenny Bird rings. 

All in all, it was simply an amazing night filled with many many laughs with great friends, heavenly cookies & cupcakes, warm snuggles with puppies, and competitive flip cup (like the good ol' Santa Barbara days). 

Embellished Sweater: Vintage

Bodycon Dress: LF Stores (not visible)

Heels: Jeffrey Campbell 'Solitaire' (here)

Earrings & Bracelets: Vanessa Mooney (here and here)

Rings: Jenny Bird (here and here)

My lovers.

 

Elf boy and Olive

The winner of the 'ugliest' sweater, which tells an elaborate story of a marriage gone way wrong.

 

Drinking like we were back in college.

Snuggle sesh with Mufasa. 

Little Miss Sassy Pants

I've been feeling a little spunky and sassy so I decided to bust out a pair of my "sassy pants". I have quite a few of these "sassy pants" that are just kind of out there, bold, and outrageous. I love them because it reflects my ridiculous personality. I know I may come off as "girly" and maybe even sometimes"pretentious" from my outfit posts, but my friends know that I am quite the character. I'm such a goober and I'm darn proud of it! I mean...I can't even keep a straight face for my pictures. I'm always busting out laughing. 

Trust me, I have tried multiple times to take the typical blogger pictures and pose seriously but it's just not in my nature lol. I have to smile because I just love to laugh and be happy. There's so much to be grateful for, so lets all enjoy our lives before it's too late.

These crazy pants of mine are from one of my favorite stores, LF. They carry mostly European brands and can be pretty pricey but their pieces are so unique. I actually scored these babies on sale! They went from over $200 to about $40 or $50! I paired the busy printed pants with a light weight short sleeved sweater and stilettos. In order to keep my outfit from becoming a little too outrageous, I kept it simple by pairing the pants with a white top and neutral colored heels.

Hope you all have a fantastic week and don't forget to laugh alot!

Sweater: R.P.S

Jeans: Carmar (LF stores)

Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell 'Solitaire' (here)

Swarovski Crystal and Semi-Precious Stone Necklace: Chan Luu (similar here)

Bralette: LF Stores

Watch: Invicta

Bracelets: Tiffany & Co.

Turquoise ring: vintage from Indian tribe in New Mexico

Attempt 1 at being serious.

  Attempt 2. Somewhat succeeded but this modelesque look was only
made possible by the fact that I was about to sneeze hahaha