December Mood Board

what i'm wearing this cold weather season. can't help but take advantage while it lasts.

Four Must Have Summer Dresses

1. free people ode to tea shimmer dress 

2. urban outfitters neon moon knit maxi dress 

3. silence + noise long sleeve dolman tee dress

4. the reformation ozone dress

My Current Obsession: Knuckle Rings

only the hottest new accessory. they are definitely on my shopping list for outside lands. check out these cool pics for ideas!

my favorite place to get them, brandy melville, they are cute and affordable.

Do It Yourself: Levi Cut-Offs

after my struggle to find a decent pair of high waisted denim shorts, i decided to take matters into my own hands and make my own.

the results were surprisingly good! take a look at how its done.

i bought a great pair of old levis from my local thrift shop. they were $5.99. please.

to destroy your jeans you will need:

• your best pair of scissors
• a sharpie
• a retractable blade
• sand paper

start by putting your jeans on and measuring the length you would like your shorts to be. *tip: always go longer, you can cut them more later if need be, you can never go back once they are cut. i made a mark with the sharpie. cut one leg first (in as straight of a line as you can.) next, simply fold the leg over and follow the line for the other leg. 

once your jeans are cut it is time to destroy them! make a few cuts where you want holes or fraying. then, use the sand paper to rough up the edges. 

wash the shorts for the final touch, and there you go. who needs urban anyway! 

What I'm Wearing: Outside Lands 2013

with the highly-coveted san fran music festival less than a month away, it's time to start pulling your hippie skirts and head wraps out from the back of your closet: festival-wear is not something to be taken lightly.

as a so-cal girl venturing farther up the coast, i am preparing to layer, layer, layer. i mean, it can get to be below 70 degrees fahrenheit during the month of august? what kind of place is this? the "cold" weather aside, all my outfit planning and shopping has inspired me to share some of my favorite sources inspiration. hopefully it will help you too.

and with that i am ready for a weekend of good music, good friends and fantastic fashion!

           

still haven't bought your ticket? get on it here.

wondering where to shop? here are some of my favorites...

ASOS

Urban Outfitters

Luvocracy

Mind the Glare

with festival season in full swing and summer right around the corner, hot sunglasses are a must! check out some of my favs below.

Ray-Ban ray ban eyewear / Ray-Ban ray ban eyewear / Urban Outfitters sunglasses / Ray-Ban ray ban eyewear

What to Wear: Beach Time

for all of you not going to coachella (i.e. no one) here are the must have suits for this year, it time to start working on that summertime tan!

J.Crew halter top swimwear / Victoria's Secret victorias secret bikini / Fringe swimwear / O'Neill backpack / Erika Sunglasses ray ban 

Brunch, Brunch, Brunch

in honor of easter and the millions of us venturing out for a nice brunch with the fam, here is some inspiration! pastels are classic spring which is now in full swing.

happy brunching!

Stay Comfy: Studying in Style

i always study better when i am feeling confident and chic so don't forget to treat yourself to a few sinfully cozy pieces for your closet. looking your best is important! even when you are writing that 10 page research paper <3

Wildfox Couture short sleeve tee / Victoria's Secret down pants / Victoria's Secret racerback bra / Pura Vida Bracelets Style Packs / Kiehl's hand salve

What to Wear: Business Casual Basics

  Once you get to college you find yourself applying for jobs, interviewing for internships and networking on a daily basis. Proper  business casual attire is a must to establish a  fierce 1st impression.

  In the beginning I was not looking forward to buying drab suit sets and cardigans, but the best thing about business casual attire is there is room to add your own flair and that is important! By accessorizing with funky jewelry and throwing different textures in where ever you can, it is surprising easy to give your business causal wardrobe a make over.

  Here are just a few of my fav outfits.

DV Leather Loafers / Madewell Shoulder Bag  / Stackable ring, Threadsense / Townsen Sweater Santa Fe, Bloomingdales 

 silk top, l'agence/skinny capri, j. crew/ Spike necklace, urban outfitters

J.Crew j crew shirt / J.Crew j crew skirt / American Apparel / Square ring, $175 / Kimchi Blue pump,$80