"We'll always have Paris"

Thrifted Sweater // All Saints Leather Jacket // Forever 21 Skirt // H&M Thigh Highs // Rag and Bone boots // Linda Farrow x Phillip Lim Sunnies // Chanel Classic Mini Flap

While I was in Europe for spring break, my good friend and I stayed a few nights in The City of Light. It was great returning to Paris after just one year of being away. While we were there, it was conveniently Paris Fashion Week. We didn't go to any shows, but trust me, we tried very hard. Nevertheless, it was still amazing being in the same city as so many bloggers and spotting a few on the streets.

I was very inspired by Topshop Unique AW15 for this look. The monochrome turtle neck/skirt combo is very 60s mod. I wanted to make more of a statement so I wore my beautiful Linda Farrow x Phillip Lim mirror sunglasses.

P.s. I'm so sorry I've neglected my blog for the past few months. School is ending soon so I will have endless amounts of time in the summer to work on my blog. I don't post because I don't want to sacrifice the quality of each post. I hope you all are doing well and are enjoying the new spring weather. I know I am. 

Palm Tree Christmas

Free People Dress // Steve Madden Heels // Free People Bralette // Chanel Mini Flap

Merry Christmas readers!

Hope you are having a wonderful holiday. I spent today having brunch with extended family and friends. The south Florida weather is such a nice change from the freezing cold back in D.C. 

This tunic dress is perfect for a Christmas in a warmer location and I'm absolutely in love with the bell sleeves. I know it's not like me to dress ultra feminine, but once in a while it's good to feel like a girl. 

Too bad I won't be able to wear it until spring back up north. Alas, I return home tomorrow, back to reality-- just in time to ring in the new year. 

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.

Week In Outfits: 1

 I had a lot of fun doing this and I want to try to incorporate more video elements on my blog. Let me know if you want me to do more week in outfits.

Outfit 1

t-shirt: James Perse

jeans: Madewell

flannel: Brandy Melville

leather jacket: Allsaints

shoes: Birkenstock Arizona

thrifted cap

Outfit 2

t-shirt: Vince

shorts: Zara TRF

socks: HUF Plantlife

shoes: Nike Blazers

Outfit 3

button up: thrifted

jeans: J Brand

shoes: Birkenstock Arizona

leather jacket: Allsaints

bag: Chanel mini classic flap

Outfit 4

t-shirt: Forever 21

shorts: thrifted

shoes: Birkenstock Arizona

bag: France

sunglasses: Ray Ban Clubmaster II

Outfit 5

t-shirt: Forever 21

jeans: Madewell

shoes: Zara

leather jacket: Allsaints

sunglasses: Ray Ban Clubmaster II

bag: Chanel mini classic flap

Summer in The City: Embellished Street

Free People Dress // Comme Ça Ism Bomber // Superga Sneakers // Chanel Mini Caviar Flap

In my last Summer in The City look I decided to take a formal dress (this one I actually wore to a high school homecoming dance) and make it hypercool for a night out in Chelsea.

Just add a jacket and tennis shoes and any look is turned street. The particular interest here is the heavy beaded dress and gold accents with accessories; then juxtaposing it with a casual linen bomber and beat-up Supergas. 

Sorry all of my posts have been summer related, but I'm officially out of archives and pre-shot looks. Now I must create new and relevant content, so stay tuned for fall posts. 

Have a great week xx

Summer in The City: Dressing Up Jeans

Madewell Denim // Joie Blazer // Just Female Top // Madewell Heels // Chanel Bag

These Madewell skinnies are quickly becoming my staple pair. The medium rise, sliced knees, and frayed ankle is everything I look for in a pair of denim.

Here's a look from The Village in August. It was pretty chilly so this pairing can easily transfer to fall. A smart blazer will dress up even the most destroyed pair of jeans, so it's good to invest in a high quality jacket. This Joie jacket I snagged from the summer sale for a good price. Sadly, it's cream linen so there's only a few more days I'll be able to wear it. 

The weather is cooling down each day Richmond and the fall equinox is this weekend. Stay tuned for the fall posts to come.

Back To Basics

Chanel Classic Mini Flap // We The Free Top // Vintage Denim // Madewell Sandals // Ray Ban Sunnies // Anthropologie Necklace //

Quick little outfit post for you all. My close friend is visiting me for a week, which means I have a minion to take photos for my outfit posts.

We just had a chill shopping day so I chose some basics (white top and denim shorts) and layered on the gold accessories as I like to do. My style is so boring lately, but I'm really enjoying the plain normcore/ laid-back style. Literally, I wear a white shirt and denim everyday... Maybe I'll try to switch it up for you guys.

I'm finally a high school graduate. I feel like I've been talking about it forever, but yes. It's finally done and over with. 

Now it's time to fully enjoy summer vacation.

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 //