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There’s a lot that’s been said about pastels for fall/winter this year and maybe it’s because the weather in Southern California still feels like early Spring, but I’m totally on board.  There’s just something so nonchalantly cool about throwing a leather bomber jacket and ankle boots on with a shiny pink dress.  Or carrying a romantic literary inspired pink clutch with jeans and a chunky sweater.  And while I’m not quite sure the boy will agree, I like to daydream about washed out pink walls with a plush couch and rustic wooden accents.  Now go see the weekend through rose colored glasses, Happy Friday!

(Dress; Album; Kate Spade clutch; Room)

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Ta da! A brand new series kicks off today with ‘Three Way Tie’ featuring a fashion-y little character based on yours truly…

Meant to illustrate my “Rule of Three” (a self imposed rule that does not allow me to purchase an item unless I can easily imagine at least three different ways in which I would wear it), each time I’ll focus on one specific item that I either recently purchased or am considering buying – and then shop my own closet in order to make good on my above rule.  Such a great practice in reworking your existing wardrobe (plus in my sketches I get to pretend I have legs for days). 

The Item: A wardrobe essential in the season’s coolest color
          Forever 21Striped T-Shirt
Desk: Dress it up with a mixed pattern blouse and faux leather skirt, but keep it work appropriate with tights and flats.
          Peter Pan Color (Vintage) Rachel Rachel Roy blouse (old), H&M faux leather skirt (old – similar here), 
             Sheer Dot Tights, Steve Madden Loafers 
Day Off: So easy for running around town. Just add jeans, boots and a contrasting vest.
          Urban Outfitters Vest, Gap jeans (old – similar here), DV by Dolce Vita (similar here on sale!)
Date: Play up the sporty vibe with a leather sleeved varsity jacket and wedge sneakers, a lace dress/skirt and knee socks make the whole thing flirty and fun.
          Urban Outfitters Varsity Jacket, Urban Outfitters Lace Dress (old), Knee Socks, Steve Madden Wedge Sneakers

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Ta da! A brand new series kicks off today with ‘Three Way Tie’ featuring a fashion-y little character based on yours truly…

Meant to illustrate my “Rule of Three” (a self imposed rule that does not allow me to purchase an item unless I can easily imagine at least three different ways in which I would wear it), each time I’ll focus on one specific item that I either recently purchased or am considering buying – and then shop my own closet in order to make good on my above rule.  Such a great practice in reworking your existing wardrobe (plus in my sketches I get to pretend I have legs for days). 

The Item: A wardrobe essential in the season’s coolest color
          Forever 21Striped T-Shirt
Desk: Dress it up with a mixed pattern blouse and faux leather skirt, but keep it work appropriate with tights and flats.
          Peter Pan Color (Vintage) Rachel Rachel Roy blouse (old), H&M faux leather skirt (old – similar here), 
             Sheer Dot Tights, Steve Madden Loafers 
Day Off: So easy for running around town. Just add jeans, boots and a contrasting vest.
          Urban Outfitters Vest, Gap jeans (old – similar here), DV by Dolce Vita (similar here on sale!)
Date: Play up the sporty vibe with a leather sleeved varsity jacket and wedge sneakers, a lace dress/skirt and knee socks make the whole thing flirty and fun.
          Urban Outfitters Varsity Jacket, Urban Outfitters Lace Dress (old), Knee Socks, Steve Madden Wedge Sneakers

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I try to avoid buying things that are not either A. beautiful or B. functional.  And when they just so happen to be both – as are these genius matchbook bobby pins by Kate Spade – it makes it all the better.  Sometimes it’s the simple things that get you through a long week, no?

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The-Steele-Maiden-Beauty-Meets-Function

I try to avoid buying things that are not either A. beautiful or B. functional.  And when they just so happen to be both – as are these genius matchbook bobby pins by Kate Spade – it makes it all the better.  Sometimes it’s the simple things that get you through a long week, no?