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French Casual

August 10, 2016

Hello, loves!
Today I wanted to share a look that embodies a few elements of classic casual Parisian style. My take on French casual are pieces that easily go together (so you can pretty much grab a top and a bottom and head out the door), a neutral palette and a play on proportions. This top from BohoCheri mixes lace and breezy white silk and has a lovely voluminous quality. The espadrilles are actually from Old Navy and I love how they go with almost anything I pair them with on top. I feel like less complicated is always better when the real warm weather starts to roll in, and this notion definitely resonates in European style.
On a more personal note, this heat is REALLY starting to get to me! I’m finding it much more difficult to get outside to go for runs and even sometimes making it to my (hot) yoga class feels like torture! I know everyone is always raving about the fun days of summer, but I’m much more a fan of cooler temps. I welcome the days of tights, boots, sweaters and scarves. I kind of chuckle in my mind when I see bloggers on Insta talking about summer style and they’re wearing full scarves around their necks… I would die! A little light neck scarf I could maybe handle, but the knit infinity scarves, I would feel like I was being suffocated, for real! Anyway, until October or thereabouts when the weather drops down to a reasonable temp, I will be stockpiling the aforementioned fall gear, and until then, I can’t wait!

Top / BohoCheri // Jeans / Just Black from StitchFix // Espadrilles / Old Navy // Necklace / BaubleBar // Sunnies / Amazon // Bracelet / House of Harlow from Rocksbox (use code dressedfortimexoxo for your first month free) // Rings / Forever 21

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

Fringe Flutter

July 31, 2016

Hello, loves!
Today, I’m bringing the fringe! I love this “fringe flutter” look because broken down, it’s a super simple outfit recipe where the accessories really make the ensemble complete. I found these metallic crisscross sandals (from Seychelles) at the last Gilt City sample sale, and I’ve been pairing them with everything from jeans and a tee to a day dress to an LBD for a GNO. They were on super sale (around $30!), because the straps were about 6 inches too long. So random, but a quick trip to my favorite cobbler and they were perfect for about $8. Not a bad investment at under $40. If you’re ever in the area when these sales are taking place, I highly recommend attending. I’ve come home with amazing finds at about 80% off retail.
The fringe bag is from BohoCheri, a local boutique that I love. The long leather tassels are definitely part of what makes this a statement bag, because they swing back and forth as you move. I wanted to add a pop of color with my jewelry, and I’ve been OBSESSED with turquoise this summer. I love that turq can run the gamut from deeper greens to light blue, and I adore when the stone has that gorgeous veining in it, whether it’s real or not. I loved this beaded stretch bracelet from Jessica Simpson so much when I rented it from Le Tote that I ended up buying it! The little gold coins really catch the light without being garish.
On a little side note, I’ve just returned from the CA Gift Show, which is my semi-annual pilgrimage to the convention center in LA to see all of the upcoming trends in jewelry and accessories. I can’t wait to share with you all the gorgeous things I came home with!
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Blouse / H&M // Jeans / MaviUSA via StitchFix // Bag / at BohoCheri // Sandals / Seychelles // Necklace / Elysian & Grace (similar) // Bracelet / Jessica Simpson // Rings / Forever 21 // Sunnies / Amazon

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

3 Ways to Wear a Sarong

June 29, 2016

Summer is officially upon us!
Welcome the days spent poolside and at the beach, backyard BBQ’s, picnics and music festivals. One thing I’ve always wanted at my own house is a pool. Growing up, my weekends were spent at the association pool, along with everyone else in the community. We’re just renting right now but I would eventually love to have a place with it’s own pool, or at least to make friends with the neighbors so we can use theirs! As for now, you can find me crashing friend’s houses and hotel pools to get my time in the water (and sunbathing next to it).

I wanted to share 3 ways to wear a sarong, because you need to mix it up a little bit throughout summer to keep your look fresh. Sarongs (or pareos or wraps) are the ideal poolside topper because they’re so versatile. Aside from the obvious swimsuit coverup, they can also be used as scarves or even as a makeshift blanket to sit on in a pinch.

Sarong / Mara Hoffman // Bikini top & swim shorts / JcPenney // Wedges / Kork-Ease / Sunnies // Amazon
This first look offers a bit more coverage. You take an oversized scarf, (this one is from last summer’s Box of Style), hold two of the ends and wrap them across your chest and tie at the back of your neck. Depending on your size and the amount of material in your scarf, this can actually act as a dress for a pool party, or for hitting happy hour after a dip.

Swimsuit / JcPenney (similar) // Sarong / Pool to Party c/o BohoCheri // Sunnies / Amazon
Next up, a more classic take. This works with a longer length scarf, or an oversized one folded in half. I love that you can still show off the upper half of your suit. The one-piece I’m wearing here (my fave swimsuit that I own) has a drape neck and cut-out, which are features I wouldn’t want to hide.

Swimsuit & Sandals / JcPenney // Scarf / Forever 21 // Sunnies / Amazon
Lastly, I was really excited to come across this style on a YouTube video recently. You take opposite ends of the scarf and tie a knot so there is a huge loop in the middle. Put the scarf over your head and slip your arms through so the fabric is behind you and you’re now wearing the scarf like a vest! It’s a great casual cover-up and I loved using a more silky scarf for this look because it drapes beautifully.

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

What’s your favorite type of coverup? A little sundress? A sheer caftan? Share with me below 🙂

Mesh & Brushstrokes

June 16, 2016

Hi, loves!
I’m so excited to share this fun look with you today!
I found these crazy brushstroke print TOMS at Nordstrom Rack during the last “Clear the Rack” sale (side note, another sale starts today!!) and have been waiting to find the perfect outfit to wear them with around town. Best thing is, they’re so comfortable! I love how platforms (or flatforms) give you height like heels, but don’t kill your feet. A strap across the ankle helps as well to hold you in and to alleviate pressure. These particular wedges are sold out, but the black & white brushstroke version is still available here.

On another, wildly different note, I’ve been working on editing my closet. I wouldn’t necessarily call it a purge, but I’d been noticing that there are lots of dresses, tops, shoes, etc. that I just haven’t been reaching for and basically, no longer care to keep around. If you’re interested in shopping my closet, check out my Poshmark account, where I’ve been posting a lot of goodies (at a fraction of retail.) If you don’t have an account, feel free to use my code “PTVAA” when signing up and you’ll get $10 off your first purchase. Full disclosure, I also get $10 when you buy something, but I wouldn’t recommend it if I didn’t love it already!

I’m also putting together a “how-to-organize-your-closet” post, but it’s difficult to find ideas that don’t sound cliché or that you haven’t heard a thousand times before. Turn the hangers when you wear something, use the “have you worn it in 6 months” rule… Then there’s the Marie Kondo method of thinking – does it spark joy. I read her book with such excitement and motivation after the completion of each chapter. I, of course, could not wait before reading to the end of the book before I started off on my cleaning exploration. I did end up clearing out a lot of things that I wasn’t using anymore, but the “sparking joy” part was much more difficult for me. It actually made me kind of sad! I would hold up a top I bought 2 years ago, tags still attached, and ask myself “does this blouse spark joy for me?” The truth is that I had bought the top even though it didn’t fit me at the time, and it still doesn’t fit! Did it go in the toss/donate/sell pile? Nope. It stayed right where it was. Partially because I do think that I will eventually lose the weight to be able to fit into it, but I’ve also learned that I love to collect beautiful things. Even if they don’t serve a practical purpose, and even if I can’t wear them out of the house right now, I like to have pretty things around me. So it made me sad because I realized I could never be one of those people with the gorgeous, minimalist, and streamlined closets with 2 coats, 4 t-shirts, a pair of pants and 3 pairs of shoes. I’m a girl who loves having options, and as superficial as it sounds, I enjoy shopping my closet each morning. So yes, I’ll hold on to the things that might not fit currently, or the things that might be considered not on-trend anymore but they fit really well. So instead, my post will be more about organizing what you do have and making it so you’ll be excited to get dressed every morning and taking some of the stress out of it. Until the post us up, feel free to check out the Pinterest board I’ve created of some of the most inspiring closets around 🙂

Button-down / StitchFix // Skirt / ASOS // Platforms / TOMS // Sunnies / Amazon // Bag / vintage // Bracelet / Fab.com // Necklace / Kyle Chan Design

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.