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February 4, 2014March 7, 2015

snow fall

In case you missed it here – I spent the weekend in my snow covered Pennsylvania hometown. While everyone there was practically rejoicing in the 30 degree temperatures and a (short lived) break from fresh snow, I was forced to quickly remember how to properly layer. The good thing about going home after living in California is that there were several old sweaters and this cargo jacket waiting for me in my closet that I hadn’t needed to move with me. I could have used a pair of gloves and proper snow boots but for a walk down through the woods behind my parents’ house with my Dad (who took these pictures) all of the extra layers made me feel right at home. p.s. don’t forget to enter my GIVEAWAY with Adore Me for your chance to win a lingerie set of your choice, just in time for Valentine’s Day! H&M Coat – similar on sale! // Thrifted Sweater // Paige Denim Shirt c/o – now on sale! // Urban Outfitters Dress – similar // Sole Society Boots

January 31, 2014March 7, 2015

jet lag

As you read this I’m either somewhere in the midst of a long flight out of LAX or have already touched down on the East Coast and have a mild case of jet lag setting in. Dressing for long flights is tricky enough as it is, but add in a nearly 50 degree temperature swing and you’ve got yourself a serious style challenge (don’t worry – I’m packing a coat). If you remember my last post on travel style then you’ll know I’m not one for wearing sweatpants when I travel. An ankle boot with a walkable heel and a pair of jeans with a good amount of give are my go to in cooler weather, plus light layers to deal with the hot/cold conundrum I always seem to find myself on mid-flight. Another must (especially when I plan on sleeping) is a hat to hide beneath when you get off the plane. And then – to make the practicality of it all not seem so boring, I typically toss on something statement making but still comfortable – like this polka dot silk shirt and mint beaded necklace. Noise canceling headphones and a window seat don’t hurt either.

Follow me here this weekend to see how I’m surviving the polar vortex, handling Maid of Honor duties, and a glimpse at my little hometown.

Asos Beanie c/o // J.Crew Polka Dot Shirt – cute option here // Gap Turtleneck & Jeans // F21 Boots & Necklace // Bag via TJ Maxx

January 29, 2014March 7, 2015

office hours

I’ve talked a bit before about dressing for work in a creative office but I realized I hadn’t really shown you what I was up to, sartorially speaking, during the hours of 9-5 lately. Much like my desire to wear a catholic school girl uniform despite going to public school, I find myself secretly wishing I had a reason to wear crisp pencil skirts and fitted blazers even though my workplace in no way requires it. My trick is to find a way to wear the classics, but give them a playful spin. So I trade the button down and blazer look for a sleeveless (faux) leather shell and sleeveless trench vest. And instead of a tweed pencil skirt – this flouncy hemmed version. Classic pumps always work, but these are made a bit more fun in cobalt blue. Here’s to shaking up the work week.. and really, just surviving it until Friday rolls around again. F21 Trench Vest // Urban Outfitters Leather top – similar on sale! // H&M Skirt // Bag via TJ Maxx // H&M Pumps – similar

January 28, 2014March 7, 2015

be mine

The Steele Maiden: Be Mine
As evidenced over the past few weeks here on the blog, I’ve been wearing more and more separates – skirts, sweaters, etc. that are easily mixed and matched to create an easy wardrobe that feels bigger than it is. But then a dress comes along. And you forget you ever wanted to wear anything but dresses. This dress, from online boutique Scissortail Clothing, stopped me in my tracks when I saw it online. It had to be mine. And when we met in person? Even better. It’s the type of dress that just innately makes me feel happy to be a girl. It’s the type of dress that, I wouldn’t lie to you, received not 1 but 2 compliments from complete strangers within 5 minutes of leaving the house (and if you count Adam then actually 3). I’m in love. And just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Ark & Co. Dress via Scissortail Clothing c/o // Vintage Bag // Lulu’s Heels

January 27, 2014March 7, 2015

weekend flashback

Aside from getting ready for my trip back to the East Coast next weekend (and my sister’s impending bridal shower!), I still managed to find a bit of time this weekend to prep some fun things coming up here on the blog, pick up pretty flowers that instantly brighten our kitchen table, have a lunch date with friends, and go on a classic date night (that ended with a kiss atop Santa Monica Pier’s Ferris Wheel – which may in fact be the best time $5 can buy..). Tonight we’re having a couple of friends over for dinner and Grammy watching before gearing up for another week – and figuring out what on Earth my California closet has to help me survive a polar vortex? Hope you all had a great weekend!

p.s. While I didn’t win the trip to WWD Magic, my heart swells with the thought of all of you that took the time to vote. Thank you.