Classic Black and White Dress

A-line dresses and skirts are one my favorite silhouettes at the moment. As I get older my style is evolving from the skin tight everything that I wore as a teenager. Nowadays, I prefer the fit and flare style of an A-line dress because I think it is sexy yet still classy. Although this shape has been around since the early 1900's the actual A-line term was coined in 1955 as the name for Christian Dior's Spring Collection. This silhouette has been rather popular ever since except for a brief time period in the 80's. It is safe to say that A-line styles are here to stay... and even if they do go out of style they will just as quickly make a come back. So I don't feel bad about all the A-line dresses and skirts that I've been buying lately. After all, I can hold onto them for years.

What I'm Wearing

Black and white A-line Dress- I'm Haute- Available Here

Antique Heart Necklace- I'm Haute- Available Here

Studded White Clutch- I'm Haute- Available Here

White Oversized Buckle High Heels- Go Jane- Available Here

Photography by Vince Brosco

Chevron State of Mine: OOTD

I shot this outfit a couple weeks ago at the LA County Fair. I missed the fair last year so I have been planning this day for quite some time. I knew that I had to find the perfect outfit for the occasion. I chose these matching pieces for their carefree vibe that comes from the playful a-line skirt & crop top with a fun chevron print in bold coral. I love chevron print for so many reasons. Chevron print is so versatile, it can feel vintage, chic or playful depending on the garment. This ensemble is obviously meant for the nice summer-like weather we've still been experiencing in So. Cal. but chevron isn't restricted for warm weather. Look for chevron prints in rich hues like burgundy or emerald for a Fall/Winter twist or if you would like to transition your Summer Chevron fashions into fall just layer them with a black moto jacket and dark accessories.

My cousin, Chelsea, met me at the fair as well. I had brought some extra clothes with me and she was nice enough to put on a matching dress from my website so that we could get some cute cousin pics for instagram etc. We felt like little kids again, forced to wear matching outfits that our moms had bought for us... only this time we embraced it. We were like sisters growing up and it was so nice that I got to spend some time with her just being silly at the fair.

What We Are Wearing

Chevron Print Crop Top- I'm Haute

Chevron Print Skater Skirt- I'm Haute

Chevron Print Peplum Dress- I'm Haute

 Photography by my good friend & super talented: Josie Tan

Cupcakes & Colorblock!

These are a few of my favorite things!

This blog post showcases so many things dear to my heart... Cupcakes, Starbucks, A Colorful Dress & Louis Vuttion!

Let's start with the most important, Baked by Melissa Cupcakes! These have got to be the best darn cupcakes ever made! These bite sized pieces of heaven have changed my life for the better! I have hated cake and cupcakes sine I was a child. My mom would always get me a birthday cake so that I could blow out the candles but afterwards I would sit there in disgust as everyone enjoyed the "yucky" dessert. Ever since trying a Baked by Melissa Mini Cupcake in 2010 I have become a Cupcake Addict.

 I must admit, I am a bit of a Starbucks Addict as well. What can I say, the Very Berry Hibiscus Refresher is amazing! That is my go to drink in the summertime. And I love how my drink actually matches my outfit!

My colorblock dress and circle sunglasses are from www.ImHaute.com. My classic white pumps are by Qupid and I have had them at least 4 years. I should probably get a new pair of white pumps but these ones are so comfortable that I can't part with them.

My purse is the Mini Alma by Louis Vuitton from their 2013 Valentine's Collection. The color is called Rose Indien which is a pretty dark moroon-pink color. I like that it came with a long strap so that I can carry it on my shoulder or wear it as a cross-body bag.

Colorblock A-line Dress from ImHaute.com, Circle Sunglasses from ImHaute.com, Alma BB Bag from Louis Vuitton, White Peep toe Pumps from Qupid.

Photos by: Mark Wiggin