Lookbook | Off Duty

This lookbook is inspired by the "off duty" look that is seen all over Pinterest. It's supposed to be what models would wear during fashion week-- running all over town going from one job to the next. The principles of the 3 looks are comfort, monochrome or muted colors, and versatility. 

I kept all the looks with a pair of black skinny jeans because it is the number one staple of the "off duty" look. You can see basic pieces such as a white top, leather jacket, or heavy knit can be incorporated effortlessly.

I worked really hard on this lookbook, but it was a ton of fun to make. Let me know if you like it an if I should do more. 

Leather Weather

Allsaints Leather Jacket //  Forever 21 Knit Top // Madewell Denim // Zara Ankle Boots // Ray Ban Sunnies // Chanel Classic Flap

It seems like fall was here for a minute and now winter weather has arrived. This polar vortex is killing my Pumpkin Spice latte vibe. What's the fun of fall when the weather is telling you to order that Peppermint Mocha that seems more appropriate for Christmas? (Actually I only drink soy lattes, but you get the point)

Oh well, I guess the weather is following the retail marketing trends and pushing the winter/Christmas buzz up a few weeks. It just feels like I was waiting for fall to come for so long and then I didn't even realize it was here before it passed and the winter chills took over.

You may have seen this outfit in the last video I posted. I love this off duty look that a monochrome outfit with ankle boots gives. The black leather jacket, which is my best investment of the season (seriously guys), just adds that cool factor to an otherwise boring outfit.

Dressing Up A Basic Outfit: feat. Chanel, Steve Madden, and Flashtat

   

Recently I've been into dressing up a casual outfit (like this plain t-shirt and joggers) with accessories. 

I'm in love with these new Steven Madden booties because they add the right amount of "cool" to a basic outfit. 

To be even more cool, I slapped on these faux tattoos from Flashtat. I love the metallic/ foil finish, but I bet it'd look 100x better with a tan.

You've probably noticed that amazing bag on my shoulder...Yes, my flawless Chanel classic flap mini came this past week from eBay for my graduation present. 

I really couldn't be any happier-- school's ending this week, I have my amazing Chanel bag, and Memorial Day (my favorite holiday) marks the start of the best season: summer. 

What's your favorite holiday?

Casio Watch // Aid Through Trade Bracelet // Vintage Ring, Bracelets, and Necklace 

Flashtattoos Temporary Tattoos // We The Free Tank // 

Topshop Joggers // Steve Madden Booties // 

Chanel Classic Flap Mini // 

Columbia University

Vintage Dress // Sam Edelman Boots // Isabel Marant pour H&M Jacket // Madewell Scarf // Louis Vuitton Speedy // Ray Ban Sunnies

This past week I spent a few days with my paper at the Columbia Scholastic Press Association conference in New York. 

I haven't talked about it much on here, but being a writer and features editor for my paper has really turned me on to Journalism. That's why I'm going to major in Communication or Journalism at college.

 Now sadly, I'm not attending Columbia (haha), but being there was so magical and it made me realize how passionate I am about Journalism. 

Columbia is such a beautiful school, if you are around Washington Heights, I highly suggest checking out the breathtaking dome library. 

Traveling Home

J. Crew top// 7 For All Mankind denim // H&M jacket // Acne boots// Ray Ban sunnies// Casio watch

Hey readers, this is just a quick outfit that I wore going back to NoVa from Miami. I had a great time and was really sad to leave the warm weather. I had to dress in many layers because it was 7 degrees. Yes I repeat, 7 degrees in NoVa. I was freezing when I got off the plane, it was such a temperature shock.

Adjusting back to school is more difficult than I thought. With one more application to do and mountains of homework in preparation for midterm exams, I'm feeling very stressed. 

Acne Studios Pistol Boots

Merry Christmas to all my readers; I hope you are having a well-deserved rest before the new year beings. I wanted to share my newest addition to my fast-growing collection of ankle boots. I don't know why, but lately I have just fallen in love with the style and look of them. Ankle boots can dress down a fancy outfit and dress up a sloppy one.

 This pair was my main Christmas present from my parents and I'm so grateful for them. I ordered them from ssense on sale. Only thing is I got them the day after Christmas because of all the trouble UPS and FedEx had before the holidays-- no worries though. 

I chose this light blueish-grey color because it stood out to me and I think I could pair a lot of black clothes with it (hehe). The almost pastel color of them will be an easy transition into spring. I just have to be extra careful with them because of the suede material. 

Any good recommendations for a suede protectant/cleaner?

Outfit Details:

Coat- J. Crew

Shirt- Equipment

Leggings- TJ Maxx

Boots- Acne Studios