Backpackin'

Backpacks have been making a steady comeback and I couldn't be more ecstatic!  Being a mom, I need to be hands free because 100% of the time I am balancing holding my baby, her bottle, her toys, her diaper bag and my keys. 

The convenience of throwing on a backpack as you're heading out the door and still looking stylish is a huge win-win in my book.  Here are some of the ways I've style one of my favorite pieces, the Chanel Chevron Backpack from the Spring 2016 Collection!

 

Some of my current faves that have a classic cut and color, but include some amazing, fun details! 

Gucci Marmont $2,250, SAINT LAURENT FESTIVAL $1,550, Moschino Moto $2,295, Fendi Karlito $3,550, Elizabeth & James Langley $595, Prada Tessuto $1,720, Gucci Soho $1,690, Chanel Quilted $3,400

Distressed Dream

My love for denim grows with these super comfortable distressed boyfriends.  They have the perfect amount of edge and slouch.  I paired it with my crochet crop top and red Chanel statement flapbag.  Subconsciously trying to get as much wear out of my crop tops before summer ends.  A general rule of thumb when putting an outfit together is playing with proportions.  If you're wearing something loose or has volume on the bottom, then make sure you are pairing it with a tight or structured top.  Same rule applies vice versa :)

Jeans: Luna B Boutique

Shoes: Zara

Handbag: Chanel



Prim & Proper

Every so often I'll opt for ladylike attire and this outfit is just that. Nothing screams proper like a perfectly structured midi skirt. I found this gem of a skirt at a local boutique for a steal. It has all the makings of a classic statement piece. I wanted to stay true to my personal style and added a leather crop top, before beweling myself with a statement necklace. 

 Top: REHAB Clothing Crop Top

Skirt: Boutique

Hangbag: Chanel

Shoes: Christian Louboutin Pigalles

A New Beginning



It's a new year and although I'm usually reluctant to make resolutions and goals, this year I told myself that I would make more time for blogging, creative projects and doing what I love!  Sometimes, we get so caught up with everyday life that we lose focus on the things that matter most. 

 

I'm hoping to be inspired and to inspire others.  There will be major changes this year and I can't wait to share them with you all!  Here's to a year of new beginnings and endless possibilities. 

 

 

 

 

 Outfit Details

Jeans: Tobi

Shirt: Forever 21

Blazer: Foreign Exchange

Necklace: Vintage

Shoes: Zara

Sunnies: Rayban

Purse: Chanel Jumbo

mixing frenzy

one of my favorite styling tricks is mixing up different trends. i love pairing unexpected fabrics or styles together for an unpredictable look. as many of you know, i also love to integrate highs and lows into my everyday wardrobe, nothing makes an outfit more than a fabulous pair of shoes or an iconic handbag! 

for my super lazy sunday outfit, i decided to pair these ridiculously comfortable camouflage jogger sweatpants, with a simple crop top. to incorporate something shiny for my mood, i chose my embellished zara sandals and my classic red chanel bag for a pop of color. best thing about the look? the outfit itself didn't cost more than $40! the street glam look of the day was a major success!

Outfit Details

Forever 21 Camouflage Jogger Pants

ASOS Crop Top

H&M Statement Necklace

Zara Embellished Sandals

Chanel Classic Handbag

Fashion Fridays: Ox Blood

fall is my absolute favorite season to dress for and it can't come soon enough! the colors, the layers...so many different textures to play with! this year, i am obsessively fixated on the deep, rich, ox blood hue. not veering too far away from black, yet interjecting just the right amount of mellow dramatic color. here are a few of my favorite ox blood pieces for the upcoming season, hope you dolls love them as much as i do! share and let me know what your favorite color or trend is for fall!

 IRO Leather Jacket, $1260, Tom Ford, Bruised Plum, $49, Tabitha Simmons Suede Ankle Boots, $1195, YSL La Laque Couture, $25, Chanel Boy Shoulder Bag, Sergio Rossi Patent Pumps, $556, Saint Laurent Sac Du Jour, $2550, Hudson Skinny Jeans, $452.89, Marc by Marc Jacob Watch, $200

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stunning in chanel

its no secret that blake lively has emerged on the fashion forefront, making her presence seen and heard. she's been gracing red carpets with the most gorgeous gowns and last night's Metropolitan Institute of Costume Gala, was no exception. she was absolutely stunning dressed in a chanel haute couture collection gown that was embellished with the perfect amount of jewels and paired with a delicate chiffon sash. her new strawberry blond hair gave the perfect subtle pop of color.

catching up

ive been so busy lately and completely neglecting new posts. falling behind on blogging causes major anxiety for me and i feel like there is so much to catch up on. from shoots to lookbooks to la fashion week, i will hopefully be catching up all this week. here is an outfit from a lunch last week. im still obesessed with wide leg pants and pairing it with spring neutrals.

gifted bishop of seventh jeans, boutique cardigan, b.p tank, vintage belt, chanel bag

mademoiselle

i thought my love for chanel couldnt grow any fonder until i saw the images from the mademoiselle campaign featuring the talented and gorgeous blake lively. she took my breath away, looking absolutely stunning in true lagerfeld form. la la love!

via chanel and fashion gone rogue

power pants

ive been in search of black, high waisted, wide leg trousers for quite some time now. its been extremely hard because i'm allergic to wool and a lot of amazing trousers are made out of wool or cashmere. imagine how ecstatic i was when i found these beauties at mango...on sale! they were $25 and had everything i was looking for in a pair of trousers-pockets, cuffs, structure and a nice weight. i love the timeless cut and structured lines of these trousers and find it extremely empowering to wear. ive nicknamed them my power pants. i also love how versatile they can be. they can be dressed up or worn casual with a silk neutral blouse and some tan wedges for spring.

mango trousers, elie tahari tank, forever 21 fur shrug, chanel belt, vintage clutch, french connection glasses, sergio rossi shoes

pass me the newspaper please

i was never one to read the paper from front to back, i was more the cover and comics/horoscope section kind of girl. seeing the random newspaper plastered all over the storefront seemed unusually cozy and inviting. the universal happy face drew me in got me thinking about enjoying the little things in life.

silence&noise blazer, boutique dress, bianca zip louboutins, chanel bag

road trip

the california heat spike has got me feeling nostalgic with summer on my mind. i am yearning for a vacation or to just get in this trailer and drive far, far away...

boutique top, forever 21 shorts, target socks, aldo shoes, chanel bag

warm winter days

we were blessed with the most amazing weather this weekend. 80+degrees and i was taking full advantage. had a very productive weekend shopping, shopping, eating and more shopping.

vintage skirt, cotton on tee, ebay shoes, chanel bag

spring previews

i am going nuts drooling over the 2011 rtw spring collections. lighter fabrics, softer textures, splashes of color, i simply can't wait! here are a few of my favorites from alexander wang, balmain, chanel and phillip lim.

 vogue

black shimmer

dinner with my favorite ladies

femme fatale

full color or black and white. i couldnt decide.

every girl deserves chanel

ive been OBSESSING over the fushia red classic jumbo for quite some time now and although it came out two seasons ago, theres a slight glimmer of hope that someday it will stumble into my patient hands. sold out everywhere, impossible to find, yet numero uno on my wishlist. i am hoping the chanel gods hear me and make something happen since ive been extra good this year ;)

hello operator

these days everyone is so consumed with technology that phone booths like these nearly exist. i love the vintage european feel of it and the bright, vibrant red. the only thing missing from this amazing phone booth is the phone itself.

silence&noise blazer, ebay tank and leather gloves, forever 21 motorcycle pants, bianca louboutins, chanel bag

sunsets over the mountain

nothing more relaxing then spending a crisp, sunny fall afternoon at carbon canyon natural park watching the sunset. the best things in life are definitely free...

silence&noise blazer, boutique floral romper, forever21 tights, aldo shoes, chanel bag, asos and chanel ring, h&m earrings