le smoking

{Zara moto jacket (need this one!), Madewell chambray, Asos bowtie, Gap pants (amazing striped trousers), J. Crew Valentina heels, 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel}

Here is my version of Le Smoking by Yves Saint Laurent. A fresh, modern take on Le Smoking- with a moto leather jacket, a side-braid 'do, and a new hue on the iconic tuxedo suit. I've always been a skinny jeans gal, but these wide leg trousers are making me rethink that philosophy! There's just something so elegant and sophisticated about them. 

Photography by Lauren Miller

hot pink//chambray

{Zara moto jacket (splurge style option), Madewell Chambray c/o, J. Crew pencil skirt, 3.1. Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel, J. Crew Valentina heels, TOKYObay watch}

This outfit was one of those that came together so effortlessly, it made it seem like I almost had extra time in the morning- almost.  What's a look you gravitate to in the morning when you're running a bit behind schedule?

p.s. have you seen me in this Lucky Magazine Feature?!

the long and short of it

{Derek Lam for DesigNation Vest, J. Crew printed jacket, Kelly Wearstler tank (similar cut), Quiksilver shorts, J. Crew sandals, 3.1. Philip Lim Pashli Satchel, necklace unknown (similar style)}

I layered a cropped jacket over my longer vest out of necessity- it was freezing this day in San Francisco, and I was a little too hopeful the sun would stay out just a little bit longer. But I actually really like the way these two long and short layers compliment each other. Thats the thing about fashion and style- you just have to try it all until you find something that is you. Hence me being a "trend-tryer", because I'll try anything once, as this video suggests!

By the way, for all my SF/bay reader's do you love to shop? Are you free this weekend? The Gilt City Warehouse sale is back and bigger than ever, if you want a free pair of tickets to attend this event leave me a comment by Friday night saying so, and I'll hook you up! 

Photography by Lanita Leon

pjs for day

                          

{J. Crew striped top, H&M overcoat, Martin + Osa shorts (cool pj option!), Ash wedge sandals, 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel (love this one!), Zara flower pin, MNG by Mango necklace, TOKYObay watch}

This title might be deceiving. While these shorts might look like pj bottoms they are actually not. And yes I did get a few stares, (par for the course) seems people might of actually thought I wore my jammies into the office. Wouldn't be the first time- remember these bottoms?

Regardless, I was quite comfortable. And with my style rule in mind- something slouchy with something sharp- I made this work for the office with a long blazer, killer heels, statement jewelry and a bold lip. 

Photography by Lauren Miller

strapped

{Zara pinstripe blazer, Kirna Zabete jumper, J. Crew ankle strap heels (dying for these), 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli, Kenneth Cole necklace}

When you are at a blogging event and there are a ton of gorgeous blogger pals around, there is no excuse for not taking outfit pictures. Here the lovely Alex demonstrates her fab photog skills.

Last week Lucky Mag Online mentioned little old me as one of the '14 San Francisco Style Bloggers to Bookmark Right Now' (kinda unreal!)

light it up

{Hollister utility jacket, Hashtag Heart This Tee c/o, J. Crew denim, Forever 21 beanie, J. Crew Everly heels, TOKYObay watch & bracelet, 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli, Bare Minerals 'Light it Up' lipstick}

There are many things I love about this post. Beanies- my affinity for beanies is endless, covers up a bad hair day,  and makes an un-styled 'do so much cooler. My tee-this Hashtag Heart This Tee with it's cleverly-chic packaging, clean simple lines and radiant hue make it a breeze to style up or down. My lipstick- the Bare Minerals team make it hard not to love their stuff, not only are they ridiculously community oriented but they know what ladies want. This lovely shade of tangerine was on my lust list, and their sweet team sent it over- I'm obsessed with lipstick, and this shade is no exception! Get thee to a Bare Minerals lipstick bar stat.

floating

{H&M dress (similar), Ash studded wedges, Zara blazer, MNG by Mango necklace}

Wearing this dress always makes me feel like I'm floating. A perfectly timed gust of wind makes for a picture-perfect movie moment cascading down the busy streets of San Francisco. It was the ideal dress to wear last week when there was a mini "heat wave." I spruced my look up for the office with a sharp blazer, some fab heels, and a major statement necklace, as per usual. 

Photography by Wing Lai