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Feather Midi Skirt and Layered Blouse

July 6, 2015

If you follow me on Instagram, you already know that I picked up some awesome new things from H&M, including this darling feather-print skirt. It’s so airy and light and is really easy to wear. Next time, I’ll definitely try it with something more fitted, as I feel the blousy-ness of this black wasn’t as flattering on my frame as I’d have liked 🙂

Open-shoulder blouse – Lovers & Friends
Skirt – H&M
Leather bag – Botkier
Crisscross sandals – Forever 21 – similar

Photos by Holli Zenko.

A Downtown Stroll

July 2, 2015

Oh baby, it’s hot outside…
With this absurdly warm weather, also comes the Redlands Bowl Summer Concert Series, a bi-weekly event where half of the town gathers to have a massive picnic and listen to a variety of performers. I love to fix up a gorgeous meal like bruschetta, a meat, cheese and olive plate, chilled pasta and a berry trifle, accompanied by a couple bottles of wine and some fantastic company. It’s one of those perfect summer evenings. I plan on attending several of these concerts this season, as the lineup is quite intriguing.

For this look, I definitely wanted to keep cool, but also add a couple pops of color with the help of my coral crossbody bag and ombre reflective sunnies. I think that’s what keeps black & white from being too serious in the summer, and I’m loving coral and orange-y tones right now.

White Maxi Dress – Nectar Clothing – similar
Octopus necklace – Kyle Chan Design
Sunnies – Free People (on sale for $10!!)
Snakeskin pumps – Joe’s Jeans
Crossbody bag – American Eagle – similar
Lego ring – craft fair find

Photos by Holli Zenko.

Floral Maxi and Micro Bag

July 1, 2015

Happy first day of July!
Today and yesterday have brought the oddest weather for us southern Californians.. From windstorms to random sprinkles, all the while, still very hot and sticky outside. My day has shifted to working out in the early morning, indulging in frosty, fruity smoothies for snacks throughout the day, and going to bed right after the sun goes down. Call me a party pooper, but the first few weeks of summer for me take some getting used to and my energy level is at zero! Thankfully, that fades away and I’m ready for road trips and pool parties and everything else fun that this season has to offer 😀

Sunglasses – Amazon
Maxi dress – Nordstrom Rack
Mini bag – Luella Bartley for Target – similar
Pendant necklace – gift from the boyfriend – here
Mules – Old Navy –similar

Photos by Holli Zenko.

Floral Midi Skirt and Ruffled Tank

June 24, 2015

It’s only mid-June and this Southern California heat already has me longing for days spent poolside, with a nice, icy cocktail in my hand. Until my next vacation (Palm Springs in a few weeks!), where I can make that dream a reality, I will be attempting to bear this sweltering season in vented, flowy skirts and bare tanks. I love this particular skirt because it features virtually every bright, summery color, making it so fun to plan an outfit around. A couple of subtly shiny pieces of jewelry and a vintage handbag and I’m all set 🙂

White cardigan – Old Navy
Ruffle tank – H&M – similar
Floral midi skirt – Nectar Clothing – similar
Suede heels – Torrid Clothing –similar/pricey or similar/budget
Handbag – vintage – similar
Glasses – borrowed from my photographer
Bangles – LA finds
Necklace – eBay

Photos by Holli Zenko.