Fashion, Travel & Lifestyle. – Page 197 – As told by Jessica Steele. Based in NYC.

February 26, 2014March 7, 2015

sweet things

Awhile back I pinned this image and the notion to mix a bright blue sweater and feminine pink skirt has been mulling around in my head ever since. Yesterday as I was in the thick of packing up the apartment I pulled out this sweet lace skirt (stored with my “summer clothes” although since it’s been above 70 since December I’m not sure why I ever thought I needed any distinction..) and bam – the outfit was made. Somehow in the late afternoon lighting my cobalt blue sweater (last seen here) took on a bit of a purple hue, but mixed with a floral vintage bag and my hair in soft curls the whole thing is over the top girly anyway, so I guess it works. These pictures were taken in nearby downtown Culver City and was one of the last locations Adam had wanted to try and shoot before we left our neighborhood. We’re both getting excited at the thought of all of the picture opportunities along our road trip!

F21 Sweater – similar // Collared Shirt via Marshalls // Vintage Bag // H&M Lace Skirt – similar // Sole Society Booties c/o – now on sale!

February 25, 2014March 7, 2015

gold coast

It’s hard to believe that I’ll be giving up these incredible views (and temperatures) in just a matter of days. Our time in Los Angeles, while short, was exactly what we had hoped for when we concocted the plan in my tiny New York studio apartment exactly 2 years ago. Our chance to see the country (between the soon to be 2 cross country road trips), explore a new place, soak up the sunshine and have a big adventure while we’re young that will only get harder once we settle down and eventually start a family. There were bumps along the way, but for the most part, our time spent here will always be remembered as one long, perfect summer getaway. An adventure that we will forever be happy we took. To commemorate, one last trip to the beach was inevitable and sunglasses that reflected the lines of palm trees and golden shoes that glimmered in the sand seemed fitting.Sunglass Warehouse Sunglasses c/o // Tulle Jacket – now on sale! // AE T-Shirt – similar // Free People Dress // GH Bass Co. Shoes – similar

February 24, 2014March 7, 2015

living color

There’s nothing quite like a pop of bright color (or 3) to give your classic stripes and denim a jolt of life. For some reason I had all but forgotten about this dress since the Summer (when I used to pair it with little more than my favorite espadrilles), but in an effort to remix my closet a bit I decided to layer it up with.. you guessed it.. my old faithful chambray shirt. And then, to liven things up, added a vintage magenta scarf, neon yellow satchel and cobalt blue pumps. Also, apparently, stripes and florals are my new Monday thing. And I think I’m okay with that. J.Crew Chambray Shirt // Vintage Scarf // Ruche Dress – exact version here // Target Bag – love this one // H&M Blue Pumps – similar

February 24, 2014March 7, 2015

weekend flashback

And just like that, it was our last weekend in LA. Friday night we celebrated our final days at our jobs out here with mexican (sorry East Coast, the West Coast really does rule here) and margs (one day early for National Margarita Day) before getting down to the real business of packing for the rest of the weekend. With less and less furniture and more and more things in boxes it’s a little like living in a storage unit, but luckily we’ll be on the road in just a few more days. Until then, stick around for the last days of me running around in California!

February 21, 2014March 7, 2015

at ease

While I’d like to pretend that I’m as at ease right now as these pictures indicate (taken last weekend, when it still felt like we had plennnttyyy of time left in LA), I’ve actually been a much more scattered version of myself these last couple of days. There’s some huge things on the horizon in the next few weeks that I cannot wait to share with you all.. but the logistics of getting there first are more than a little unnerving. To channel a mental calm, an outfit this easygoing surely can’t hurt. I’m usually not this casual style-wise but a mix of seriously comfortable short overalls, ankle boots and a cargo vest (last seen here) will be perfect for our cross country road trip that kicks off next Friday. Who’s placing bets on how many states we’ll cross before I’ll have to surrender my bare legs to tights again?

Asos Beanie c/o // Sunglass Warehouse Aviators c/o // Gap Tee // Urban Outfitters Vest – similar // Grayson Overalls c/o // Steve Madden Boots via Marshalls