Friday Chic

Sometimes it just feels awesome to throw your hair in a pony tail, slip on a sweatshirt and jet out the door! This "Friday Chic" graphic hoodie is perfect for such occasions. It's super cute and I can see it quickly becoming my Friday uniform for fall 2015.

The jeans and hoodie combo was so laid back that it felt only natural to finish it off with my black and gold backpack from Target and my beloved black lambskin Chanel espadrilles. The hoodie really says it all because this outfit, even though totally casual, is effortlessly chic. In my book it is the perfect friday outfit for fall 2015.

I was so thrilled when I finally found these black Chanel espadrilles in my size! I called just about every store in California and they were all on back order. Then I lucked out on my trip to New York last winter when I found them at Bergdorf Goodman's. There was one pair left in my size and I about jumped for joy! There's nothing quite like Chanel and these Chanel espadrilles makes me smile every time I slip them on.

I also have an unhealthy obsession with ripped jeans. I swear 90% of my jeans look like they've been through the shredder. This particular pair I scored from the Joe's Jeans outlet at the Camarillo Premium Outlets. That outlet mall is quite spectacular! We paid $5 for a coupon book which took an additional $40 off these jeans, on top of the in store discounts that already applied! I love designer jeans but I hate paying full retail... this was a win, win!

What I'm Wearing

Grey Friday Chic Hoodie Sweatshirt- Glam Envy

Ripped High-Water Jeans- Joe's Jeans

Black Lambskin Espadrilles- Chanel

Black Backpack with Gold Hardware- Target

Thank you for checking out my blog! Happy Friday! #TGIF

Photography by: Michael Kahn

Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt

This grey pencil skirt, the shining star of this outfit, has been on my fashion list for quite some time now. I literally jotted down "Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt" on my wishlist but was having a hard time coming by it. I kept seeing pictures of Kim running around town in these long, fitted and sexy pencil skirts but I couldn't find them anywhere. Finally, I was at the mall and this ruched pencil skirt was in the window! I popped into that Charlotte Russe store so fast and frantically that the sales associate seemed taken back by my enthusiasm. I bought this perfect little pencil skirt instantly, without even trying it on. I left the mall feeling like I had just accomplished something great and I felt even better when I got home and crossed "Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt" off of my fashion wishlist. Plus, just as I had imagined, it fit like a glove!

 

If there is one thing I have taken from Kim Kardashian's style it is that simplicity is elegant and timeless. I have been obsessing over all the form fitting pencil skirts and crop top outfits that Kim wears on a regular basis. This clothing combo looks fabulous on all body types and is the sophisticated type of sexy that is suitable for a wide array of age groups. As I get older I struggle with wanting to look sexy yet age appropriate. Kim Kardashian has mastered this.

Kim Kardashian has also inspired me to wear more solid colors. I feel like I've graduated from youthful or even juvenile prints to classic and chic solids. If you take notice, Kim Kardashian doesn't wear a whole lot of prints these days. She's often seen in monochrome from head to toe. While I love a monochromatic outfit, I also love color which is why I had fun with the red details in this look.

As you may know, the cause for my recent red obsession has stemmed from my beautiful new Louis Vuitton Estrella bag. It was love at first sight when I saw this cherry red beauty in the Louis Vuitton boutique. Since then, I have been collecting red shoes and clothing to match.

What I'm Wearing

Red Spaghetti Strap Top- Forever 21

Grey Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt- Charlotte Russe

Red High Heels- AmiClubwear

Red Estrella Bag- Louis Vuitton

Red & Gold Bracelet- I'm Haute

Gold Necklace- The Icing

Thank you for checking out my blog! I really appreciate it and would love any comments, feedback and requests!

Photography by: Michael Kahn

Flannel Shirt & Ripped Jeans

Here is a cute and casual outfit that is perfect for the bi-polar weather as we tradition into fall. One minute the weather feels like summer but as the sun starts to set it becomes all too obvious that warm summer nights are a thing of the past. When that happens, the comfy and cozy flannel shirt hanging from my waist can be worn traditionally to offer warmth to my bare arms.

This transitional outfit would look just as cute with your favorite pair of denim skinny jeans but I opted for my white ripped jeans because they are super stretchy, making them beyond comfortable, and I liked the edgy vibe that they bring to the look.

It's all about the accessories! Here is my beloved new bag from Louis Vuitton, the Estrella NM in Cerise or Cherry Red. My red booties match perfectly. Even though I've had these booties for years and they are a bit scuffed up I just can't bare to let them go. I've been looking for a pair of red booties just as good as these or better but I haven't been able to find anything. Until then, I will keep these old classics.

 

This outfit is great for running errands around town, shopping or grabbing a quick bite with friends. It is even great for an impromptu date night because it shows that you put thought into your outfit but it isn't too fussy or over-the-top.

What I'm Wearing

Grey Racerback Tank- Qrew

Flannel Shirt- Qrew

White Ripped Jeans- ebay

Cerise Estrella Bag- Louis Vuitton

Submariner Watch- Rolex

Cat-eye Sunglasses- Chanel

Red Ankle Booties- AmiClubwear

Thank you for stopping by!

Photography by: Michael Kahn

Fashion Killer

If you google search "Fashion Killer T-shirt" you can find countless online boutiques selling this graphic print t-shirt. I came across it on AliExpress.com but I refuse to buy anything else from that site because half of the items I ordered never arrived and most that arrived were such poor quality that I wouldn't even wear them around the house. This shirt, however, was the exception. The material is super soft and comfy and while I haven't washed it yet, the silk screening seems to be done well.

I originally bought this shirt thinking that it would be fun and cute to wear to the gun range. I could never shoot a living animal but I do enjoy shooting paper targets and sporting clays every once in awhile. (You never know when the zombie apocalypse will hit and you'll need these invaluable skills. lol.) I'm clearly not at the gun range here but I just couldn't wait any longer. When I get new clothes I want to wear them almost instantaneously, it's an intense feeling, and this shirt has been sitting in my closet for months!

I planned on wearing my Fashion Killer T-shirt with ripped jeans and Converse to the gun range but since I couldn't wait any longer I was able to dress things up a bit more for a day around town.

 

If you subscribe to my YouTube Channel then you've most likely already seen this white beauty in my Chanel Unboxing Video. She is the Chanel Grand Shopping Tote, often referred to as the GST, in white caviar leather with silver hardware. I adore this bag and try to baby it as much as I can. I especially love how the quilting on my purse matches the quilting details down the sides of my pants.

These pointy-toe bow heels are my absolute favorite shoes right now! They are so chic and most importantly, incredibly comfortable. I get quite a bit of compliments on them and can wear them with  so many different outfits.

What I'm Wearing

Fashion Killer T-Shirt- AliExpress.com

Black Quilted Pants- Fashion Nova

White Grand Shopping Tote Bag- Chanel

Black Point Toe Bow Heels- AmiClubwear

Sunglasses- Louis Vuitton

Thank you so much for stopping by the blog! I have some exciting things coming up this month and some more spare time to spend blogging and making videos for my YouTube channel. I appreciate all the love an support.

Photography by: Michael Kahn

Red Haute Fringe

I've been quite obsessed with the color red lately. My Red Louis Vuitton Estrella Bag lit this fire and I've been buying red clothing like there's no tomorrow. It is kind of funny because I did the same thing with the color blue when I first got my Celine Mini Luggage bag in indigo blue. Don't worry, I'll be back to normal in a few months... or at least until I purchase a new bag!

The funny thing is that I'm not even carrying my Estrella Bag with this outfit. I instead opted to carry my new Louis Vuitton Pallas wallet like a handheld clutch. This scrumptious cherry red wallet was my anniversary present from my husband this year. It matches my new bag perfectly and was so thoughtful to me because the traditional 3 year wedding anniversary gift is "leather".

These fringe ankle strap heels caught my attention for a few reasons but if we are being totally honest here, I bought them because they are red! I must have purchased five pairs of red heels in the past month! If you don't believe me just wait until you see my future outfit posts littered with red heels.

This outfit to me is trendy yet classy. Fringe has made a major comeback this year and I predict it will be even more popular for the upcoming Fall/Winter. I have already caught myself eyeing a few fringed boots and booties! The other popular trend we see making it's way into this ensemble is the crop top and pencil skirt combo. This trend is very streamlined, sexy and fun. You can see it on just about every celebrity in Hollywood from Kim Kardashian to Beyoncé, Jennifer Lawrence, Crissy Teigan, Rihanna and more!

What I'm Wearing

Red Crop Top- Wet Seal
Black and White Striped Pencil Skirt- Qrew
Red Fringe Heels- AmiClubwear
Black Bangle- Claire's Accessories
Red Pallas Wallet- Louis Vuitton

Photography by: Michael Kahn

Hello Friday, Hello Tulle!

This post is a perfect time to share with you one of my favorite quotes... 

“Always keep a bottle of champagne in the fridge for special occasions. Sometimes, the special occasion is having a bottle of champagne in the fridge!” -Hester Browne

Champagne is the best! I love how it is nearly impossible to be in a bad mood with a glass of champagne (or a bottle) in your hand! It's like a party in every bubble! This tulle midi skirt makes me feel the same way... bubbly and ready for fun!

What I'm Wearing:

Blue Tulle Midi Skirt- Charlotte Russe

White "Hello Friday" Crop Top- Wet Seal

Black Quilted Jacket- I'm Haute

Black Snakeskin Clutch- Christian Louboutin

Black & White Single Sole Heels- Quipid

Photography by Vince Brosco

In honor of New York Fashion Week

Here is my fashion from New York a few weeks ago.

From what I've seen and heard I got pretty lucky with the weather in New York. My husband and I went a couple weeks ago for a quick little weekend trip away. When people heard that we were leaving warm California to "vacation" in New York they thought we were crazy! I must admit I was quite nervous that I didn't pack, or own for that matter, enough warm clothes for winter in New York. What is a girl to do in this scenario? Shop, of course!

Right before we went to New York I went on a bit of a shopping spree. I bought fleece lined leggings and all of the affordable and fashionable long sleeve shirts I could dig up in the California stores. It was quite the mission because all of the stores already had their spring lines out! This actually worked in my favor as most of the items I found were heavily discounted.

The key to dressing well in winter weather is all in the layers. I literally wore two to three pairs of pants day and night. My base layer everyday was thermal pants followed by fleece lined leggings and then topped with stretch denim or jeggings. This really helped take away the frigid bite from the wind.

Over-the-knee boots help fight the cold as well and are really quite practical in cold weather. I scored these Circus by Sam Edelman black leather boots from the Neiman Marcus Outlet for about $100 and let me tell you, they were worth every penny! The chunky heel was easy and comfortable to walk around in even given the snowy conditions. My feet and legs stayed a whole lot warmer as well in these boots. I about froze my toes off in my flat faux leather combat boots and consequently wore these boots for most of my trip. New York involves a lot of walking so comfort most of the times trumps style. However, these boots worked out so well that I love them even more now than when I first bought them!

I found this black and blue faux fur jacket on the clearance rack at Forever 21. It was love at first sight and a perfect match to my Blue Celine bag! The quality is outstanding since it is from their premium collection and the price was so low that it seemed like a mistake. It had been marked down so many times that I ended up paying less than $20 for this blue beauty! It was quite warm, I might add.

Keeping with the layered theme I wore a tight camisole underneath a black mock turtleneck for warmth. I also kept black gloves on me at all times. I was very pleased that I bought the kind of gloves that you can still operate you phone with while wearing. It is no fun having to take your gloves off in the cold every time you want to use your phone.

What I'm Wearing

Black Calvin Klein Pants- $30 from Costco

Fleece Lined Leggings- $8 from  I'm Haute

Circus by Sam Edleman Black Over-the-Knee Boots- $115 from Neiman Marcus Outlets

Indigo Blue Mini Luggage Bag- Celine

Black Mock Turtleneck- $12 from Forever 21

Blue Faux Fur Coat- $16 from Forever 21

Blue Hat- $58 from Nordstrom

I also packed several scarves, thick warm socks and my favorite ear muffs!

Staying haute in the cold isn't so bad... for a few days vacation!

Midi Skirt Style

I know a lot of people who can't wait for Fall/Winter but I on the other hand am fully embracing this mild weather. We may be nearing the end of October but with temps still in the 70's & 80's I'm keeping my fuzzy sweaters packed away. Instead, I'm opting for more "transitional" pieces like this midi skirt and box top.

Transitional outfits are great for those confusing days when the weather feels a bit like all of the season's rolled into one. These days are typically really cold in the early morning and evening but come the afternoon it feels like a blissful summer day. Since the temperature
ranges so widely it is best to dress neutral. You wouldn't want to wear a sundress because you would be shivering on your way home from work. Vice versa, you would be roasting during lunch in a turtle neck.

Enter the midi skirt to make all of our lives just a little bit easier! But first, what is a midi skirt? 

A midi skirt is a skirt (duh) whose hemline hits at your mid calf... ahh the name makes so much sense now! Midi skirts come in several different shapes and look great on all sizes. If you are self-conscious of your midsection then opt for a flowing midi skirt instead and take your midi to the tailor if you're on the shorter side so that they can shorten the hemline for you a bit. Nude heels are also a great way to elongate your silhouette if you're worried about a midi skirt making you look stumpy.

I paired my midi skirt with my favorite single soled heels. Simple open heels like this are a great choice because the bare leg and foot makes your legs appear longer. I've seen some women wear booties with midi skirts but I'm not a big fan of this combo. I think that booties would fight too much for attention with the low hanging hemline of this skirt. When in doubt keep it simple.

A great feature of this black skirt is the hidden zipper down the back. This genius zipper gives you the option of a slit which makes walking a whole lot easier. I love the look and fit of this midi with the zipper completely zipped but if you need to speed walk anywhere - good luck! 

What I'm Wearing:

Snakeskin Box Top- Le Tote

Black Midi Skirt- Le Tote

Silver Single Sole Heels- I'm Haute

Silver CC Logo Necklace- Chanel

Black Watch- I'm Haute

Black Python Clutch- Christian Louboutin

Chanel Sunnies- Nordstrom

Thanks so much for checking out my midi skirt blog post!  Midi skirts are set to be a big trend this Fall and I can definitely see why. What do you think abut this trend?

Photography by: Dayne Farley