bewitched

[ :: Simply Be dress (similar) :: H&M belt (similar) :: H&M necklace (similar) :: ]
[ :: Cynthia Rowley clutch (similar) :: Torrid boots (similar) :: ]





[ :: Simply Be dress (similar) :: H&M belt (similar) :: H&M necklace (similar) :: ]
[ :: Cynthia Rowley clutch (similar) :: Torrid boots (similar) :: ]

Last minute Halloween costume, anyone? All you need is a black dress, black boots, and a 99 cent witch hat! Easy peasy. ;) Bonus points if you can find an old school wooden broom!

On a serious note, I hope everyone affected by the hurricane is safe and well. Stay warm, stay dry, and please don't do anything reckless! Lots of love from the west coast! ♥ ^_^

new favorite

[ :: Forever 21+ jacket (similar) :: LOFT blouse (similar) :: LOFT snake print skirt (here) :: ]
[ :: Kenneth Cole clutch (similar) :: bracelets from my mom, Forever 21 (here), and H&M :: ]
[ :: Forever 21 heels (similar) :: ]




[ :: Forever 21+ jacket (similar) :: LOFT blouse (similar) :: LOFT snake print skirt (here) :: ]
[ :: Kenneth Cole clutch (similar) :: bracelets from my mom, Forever 21 (here), and H&M :: ]
[ :: Forever 21 heels (similar) :: ]

NEW FAVORITE SKIRT. I mean, really. It's purple! And snakeskin print! AND I got it on sale! :D It's surprisingly easy to mix and match with pieces in my closet--I've already worn it with a maroon-ish blouse, sheer black button down, and even a simple, slouchy grey sweater with a statement necklace. When it gets colder, I'm definitely pairing it with black tights/heeled boots so I can keep wearing it through the winter. :) Such an awesome buy!

Anyway, I'm off to Italy, Turkey, and Greece in a couple weeks! So so so excited as it's my first time visiting all three countries! I'll get a few posts ready for you guys while I'm gone--I have a couple looks from my Seventeen Mag November Issue feature that I can't wait to share with you all! ^__^

As always, thanks for reading! ♥

the new black

[ :: H&M tshirt (similar) :: Forever 21+ skinny jeans (in gold here) :: Gap leather jacket (similar) :: ]
[ :: Monika Chiang bag (in white here) :: Nine West boots (similar) :: Forever 21 silver spike bangles (here) :: ]
[ :: skagen watch (similar) :: yochi designs gold stud bracelet (similar) :: leather&chain bracelet from Taiwan :: ]




[ :: H&M tshirt (similar) :: Forever 21+ skinny jeans (in gold here) :: Gap leather jacket (similar) :: ]
[ :: Monika Chiang bag (in white here) :: Nine West boots (similar) :: Forever 21 silver spike bangles (here) :: ]
[ :: skagen watch (similar) :: yochi designs gold stud bracelet (similar) :: leather&chain bracelet from Taiwan :: ]

Put this on over the weekend when it was still decently cool. I've been gravitating toward loads of blacks and studs and chains lately, and playing with textures to keep things interesting. These animal print skinny jeans from Forever 21+ are a new favorite of mine, even though they definitely fall outside my comfort zone. I love the rocker-vibe the dark print exudes so I kept to the theme with black leather and mixed metals. I can't remember the last time I wore these boots (2009? 2010?) but I still love the hefty weight and clinky sound they make when I walk. The sounds reminds me of spurs, and anything that appeals to my inner cowgirl has a permanent place in my heart.

Thanks for reading! ♥

currently coveting: plus size & wide calf boots

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In the past week, Southern California weather has done a complete 180 and it's now super cold and rainy. I can feel a cold coming on (ugh!), and in this chilly weather, all I want to do is layer on sweaters, scarves, and jeans! What better to pair with those than some new boots, right?! :D

I invest in a new pair each year, and I know how difficult it can be to find cute wide calf boots, so I've rounded up 5 of my favorites this season! They're all gorgeous and are true plus-size/wide calf boots with over 17" circumferences. I'm particularly in love with number two's gorgeous rich purple-ish hue. How amazing would those look with black skinny jeans or leggings and a slouchy, oversized sweater?? Adding to my cart now.

Are boots one of your Fall wardrobe staples? What are some of your faves? ♥

rocker girl

[ :: Gap academy blazer (here) :: H&M shirt (similar) :: Forever 21+ leather skirt (similar) :: ]
[ :: Guess boots (similar) :: Kenneth Cole clutch (similar) :: Forever 21 earrings (similar) :: ]





[ :: Gap academy blazer (here) :: H&M shirt (similar) :: Forever 21+ leather skirt (similar) :: ]
[ :: Guess boots (similar) :: Kenneth Cole clutch (similar) :: Forever 21 earrings (similar) :: ]

Everyone has a little rocker in them, and fall is the best time to let it out! Loads of black leather, rich colors, and animal prints, paired with studs and buckles and zippers--you really can't go wrong.

If you've followed my blog for a while, you know I'm particularly obsessed with leather pieces--whether they're bags, jackets, skirts, or shoes. I picked this (faux) leather skirt up a year or two ago, and Forever 21+ has really stepped up their leather skirt game since then! A couple of my favorites are here, here, here, and here. Gorgeous, right? I'm particular keen on the leather & denim style. So chic.

How are you guys wearing your leather this fall? I can't wait to add a new leather jacket to my wardrobe. I'm thinking a rich jewel tone style? On the hunt now! ;)

Thanks for reading! ♥

all in the details

[ :: Gap shirt (similar) :: Forever21+ skinny jeans (similar) :: Topshop necklace (similar) :: ]
[ :: Forever21 heels (here) :: Alexander Wang clutch (similar) :: ModCloth shield ring (similar) :: ]





[ :: Gap shirt (similar) :: Forever21+ skinny jeans (similar) :: Topshop necklace (similar) :: ]
[ :: Forever21 heels (here) :: Alexander Wang clutch (similar) :: ModCloth shield ring (similar) :: ]

Colored denim is such a happy thing to wear, especially when paired with a few favorite details like  a sheer shirt and some standout accessories. I don't really notice trends in what I'm gravitating to until they appear on this blog, but as you can see, I'm all about spikey necklaces! The heels, on the other hand, are unlike any shoes I've owned before--patterns on shoes tend to throw me off more than patterns on other things, I guess? Still, I'm so glad I stepped out (see what I did there? :P) of my comfort zone and got them! love love.

I hope you guys are all having a good week! Thanks for reading! :D