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Alternate Universe

Sunday, April 27, 2014

how to style a floral dress at night
open cardigan and floral dress
happy hour outfit idea
casual outfit to wear downtown for drinks


One of the nice things about working near Downtown is being able to meet in the city for happy hour after work. On this particular day, I hadn't planned on going out after work, but figured my "prairie chic" look (that's the name I'm giving this three-year-old Target dress, just go with it) could still work for happy hour. My roommate and I met at the Ace Hotel rooftop bar, which has an amazing view of the city. The past few weeks I've been feeling kind of restless, so it's fun to go on little weeknight adventures to break up the work week.

Happy hour outfit aside, another week has come and gone and I can't believe it's almost May. I had some free time tonight so I uploaded all the photos I've been neglecting to add to Facebook for the past three months, and all I could think was...that's it? Is that really all that's happened since January? And yet at the same time, it feels like so much—too much—has happened and that I've been living in some sort of weird, alternate universe. I recognize the contradictory nature of that statement...so I'll just stick to outfits. Happy Sunday Funday :)
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Outfit Details:
Cream Open Cardigan—Forever 21
Gold Watch—GUESS
Black Belt—Madewell
Black Ankle Boots—Madewell

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Check

Monday, April 21, 2014

casual spring outfit: destroyed denim, simple tee, polka dot scarf
ways to tie a scarfblue and rose gold watchhow to style a plain white tee




You may or may not have already noticed, but I gave my blog a facelift over the weekend. It's not nearly finished and in sort of a weird transitional phase, but I figured it was definitely time for a change. On an equally important note, I've also decided to wear my hair in a middle part. This was a big weekend for me.

Honestly, this little redesign was such a long time coming and I'm glad I finally took the plunge while I had some time back home this weekend. You know those things that sit on your to-do list forever and silently haunt you? This was sort of one of them. My blog header was also a lovely reminder of my Peter Pan Syndrome, since it still said I was an undergrad despite the fact that I finished classes 4 months ago. (WHAT? yeah...) So, here's to "checking" things off the list and accepting change.

P.S. This is a casual outfit I wore to work a while ago. Destroyed denim + plain white tee = highly recommended ✓ 

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Outfit Details:
White Tee—Madewell
Polka Dot Scarf—Forever 21
Sunglasses—Ray-Ban
Taupe Satchel—Anthropologie

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B is for Brunch

Sunday, April 20, 2014

floral dress and denim jacket
how to style a floral dress
vintage floral spring dress and belt
sunday brunch spring outfit

I found this floral dress in my mom's closet and sneakily commandeered it. Don't be fooled by how tailored it looks with a belt, because it's seriously muumuu-status without it. I'm actually not sure, but it may have originally been intended to be a maternity dress? Leave it to me to find the one, ill-fitting maternity dress in my mom's wardrobe and fall in love.

I didn't actually wear this dress to brunch (rather, coffee and scones) but I feel like it would be perfect for a Sunday brunch in LA. Plus, I figured it would be fitting to post this outfit today since it's the brunchiest of all holidays.

Happy Easter!
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Outfit Details:
Floral Dress—Vintage
Denim Jacket—Forever 21
Sunglasses—Ray-Ban
Belt—Vintage
Gold Watch—GUESS

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Recreate

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

floral blouse, leather vest, and skinny jeans
how to style a leather vest for spring
casual spring outfit idea
how to make a floral blouse less feminine
The second I saw this pin from Madewell's spring catalog, I knew I already owned very similar pieces to recreate the look. So, yay for Pinterest actually helping me shop my own closet for once! Knew it was good for more than just "healthy" dessert recipes...

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Outfit Details:
Floral Blouse—Anthropologie (similar)
Faux Leather Vest—GUESS (shop)
Skinny Jeans—GUESS (shop)
Sunglasses—Ray-Ban (shop)
Watch—GUESS (shop)
Bag—Gifted (similar)
Boots—Madewell (similar)

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Grain Of Salt

Monday, April 14, 2014

bohemian spring outfit idea
casual spring outfithow to wear an acid wash denim jacket
how to style printed pants

Okay, don't get annoyed but I'm trying out the "blogger" style of wearing my jacket over my shoulders. IRL, I would never actually do this...mainly because it literally falls off if I try to walk anywhere and also because it doesn't actually keep me warm. But, I mean, practicality isn't what blogging is all about...is it?

These days it seems more about the illusion captured in a single picture or carefully crafted Instagram. I guess I've just been seeing some shifts in the blogging world that make me miss the days of following grassroots bloggers completely uninfluenced by advertisers. This isn't to say that I don't monetize my own blog in some way, but I suppose my reminiscing is just a reminder that I always want to keep my blog as organic as possible. Maybe I'll take that statement back in a few years (although, I don't plan to), but no matter what I'd like to avoid taking myself too seriously. Everything with a grain of salt...

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Outfit Details:
Tee—Madewell (shop)
Denim Jacket—Anthropologie (similar)
Earrings—Nordstrom (similar)
Sunglasses—Ray-Ban (shop)
Watch—GUESS (shop)
Printed Pants—Vintage (similar)
Bag—Gifted (similar)
Flats—J. Crew (similar)

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Sentimental

Sunday, April 13, 2014

vintage printed dress
geometric printed dress
retro dress and ankle bootshow to style a vintage dress
I love pieces of clothing that have sentimental value attached to them. This dress was a thrift store find in Amsterdam and every time I wear it I'm reminded of my short, but wonderful trip there. So, when people say that fashion/clothing is superficial I'll obviously always have to disagree. Call me Sentimental Sally but I love the idea of being able to wear a memory.

P.S. Since we're on the whole "Amsterdam" topic, you should really listen to this. Another something that always manages to give me that strange nostalgic and sentimental feeling.

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Outfit Details:
Dress—Vintage (similar)
Sunglasses—Ray-Ban (shop)
Watch—Nixon (shop)
Bag—Gifted (similar)
Boots—GUESS (shop)

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Ampersand

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

denim jacket, slouchy sweater, and cargo pants
how to style cargo pants for spring
Madewell Ampersand Pullover
casual spring outfit
Don't ask me why, but I was immediately drawn to this Ampersand Pullover when I saw it at Madewell. Sort of a random symbol to knit onto a sweater but I really think that's part of its charm. It separates the ampersand from its grammatical functionality and presents it instead as a design. Bet you never took the time to think about how pretty the "and symbol" was, huh? (At least, I never did.)

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Outfit Details:
Sweater—Madewell (shop)
Denim Vest—Nordstrom (similar)
Cameo Necklace—Vintage (similar)
Watch—Nixon (shop)
Cargo Pants—Nordstrom (similar)
Bag—Anthropologie (similar)
Boots—Madewell (shop)

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Pinteresting

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

stripes, florals, and destroyed denim
how to dress down a button-up shirt
mixing prints: polka dots, stripes, and florals
destroyed denim and heels

This outfit was 100% inspired by this pin. Enough said.

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Outfit Details:
Shirt—Urban Outfitters (similar)
Destroyed Jeans—GUESS (shop)
Sunglasses—Ray-Ban (shop)
Watch—GUESS (shop)
Bag—Anthropologie (similar)
Heels—Zara (similar)
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