BEACH CHIC

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BEACH BOUND

Hawaii is the ideal location for tropical prints and leafy, textured skirts.

[ :: Beyonce x H&M bustier top (in store/quirky space version here) :: Duro Olowu for jcp skirt (available here) :: ]
[ :: crescent necklace and convertible bag c/o Hearts :: mossimo wedges (available here) :: ]

Loved this outfit from my trip to Hawaii! So perfect for strolling and shopping around Waikiki and checking out the ginormous banyan trees along the beach. Attempting to channel my inner Beyonce with this Beyonce x H&M bustier top! I love it with this bright swingy skirt and crescent necklace from Hearts.

Hearts is a fantastic site that works with artisans from around the world to bring their products to the masses in a socially responsible and sustainable way. Looking good while doing good is definitely a philosophy I can get behind! Also, this bag pretty much came everywhere with my on this trip! It's convertible to a clutch, crossbody, or shoulder bag and seriously saved my butt when it came to packing. Best!
**From now until June 31st, get 30% off your hearts.com purchase using code CURVY30. :)







BANYAN TREE! So cool right?! :D It has vines (aerial roots, actually) that come down from the branches and become roots, then thicken into tree trunks. The tree just gets bigger and thicker and more epic over time. Awesome.

[ :: Beyonce x H&M bustier top (in store/simpler version) :: Duro Olowu for jcp skirt (available here) :: ]
[ :: crescent necklace and convertible bag c/o Hearts :: mossimo wedges (available here) :: ]
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Hawaii Photo Diary (instagram edition)

Had such an incredible time in Hawaii. (Is it even possible to have a bad time in Hawaii??) Quick instagram and iPhone photo recap before I share my outfits with you over the next couple weeks. :) xoxo!
**Side note, just noticed that one of the people in the photo above looks like she or he is mooning the beach. lol.


Flying in a Rachel Pally dress was the best decision ever. Also, I could stare at palm trees swaying in the wind all day long.

If you haven't been to Hanauma Bay, go immediately. It's amazing. Seriously.

Because Asians always take pictures of food. See this tumblr for proof.

Waikiki - Obligatory photo of Duke.

I seriously didn't realize what I was getting myself into with this hike. Trudging through 6-inch mud? I wouldn't have brought such a cute bag.

Hiking, Waimea Falls (aka the Drowning Pool, which I totally didn't know until later or i wouldn't have been so eager to hop in! O_O), Swimsuits for All Swim Sexy suit, and the birthday boy! ♥♥♥

At Lanikai Beach halfway through our kayaking trip around Kailua.
Thanks for hosting us and showing us around Michael! Best tour guide ever! ;)

Stay tuned for outfits from the trip and an awesome giveaway from one of my new favorite emerging brands! :) You won't regret it! :)
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wanderlust: Vegas edition

Every year around this time I get really antsy to travel. The weather is starting to warm up, I haven't traveled in a while, and I'm ready for a break! I already booked a trip to Hawaii for my boyfriend's birthday, I'm headed to Amsterdam and Budapest in June, but I still want to hit Vegas before it gets too hot (it's already around the 80's!). Living in So Cal, a weekend trip to Vegas is one of the easiest weekend trips ever. It's a relatively easy drive, but it still feels like a complete departure from everyday life. I love it!

When I have a vacation planned, I tend get all one-track-mind with my purchases. I'm trying to be good and not buy too much in preparation for my trips, so I'm putting myself on a window-shopping-only-as-much-as-possible kind of budget. Does that make any sense? haha Anyway, I thought I'd share a few items I've been eyeing for a Vegas trip while I mentally pack my bags! :)

My go-to daytime look anytime I'm in the desert: breezy top, comfy jeans, a crossbody bag, and awesome accessories. Sunglasses and sunscreen are essential!
[ :: Dorothy Perkins top :: Gap boyfriend jeans :: Victoria Beckham sunglasses :: ]
[ :: Asos necklace :: La Roche Posay Anthelios :: Rebecca Minkoff bag :: Vail cuff :: ]

More after the jump! :)

 Lots of people think Vegas is just for partying and gambling, and while those are probably what most people go for, there's a ton more to do! I L-O-V-E the shopping. There's a HUGE Forever 21+ section at Fashion Show Mall, an even huger H&M at Caesar's Palace, and enough luxury brands to make me wish I had a sugar daddy. (I kid, I kid. but really.)

There are also some amazing food places ranging from a huge $10 breakfast from Hash-House-a-Go-Go to a $350 16-course tasting menu at Joël Robuchon. As a self proclaimed foodie, I've tried a ton of different places, but my favorites that I always hit up are probably Hubert Keller's Burger Bar, Mon Ami Gabi, and Thomas Keller's Bouchon. Insanely good.

I also always make time to get my music fix in Las Vegas. There are tons of big concerts (Uh, Beyonce at the MGM? Two tickets please.), smaller club shows (we saw Travie McCoy last time!), and small jazz clubs or piano bars. There's something for everyone. Can't wait to go back! If concerts aren't your scene, just walking the strip is awesome. Seeing all the bright lights, watching the Bellagio fountain show, and standing next to the faux Eiffel Tower never get old for me!

P.S. I would post a nighttime look, but in Vegas, all you need are the highest heels you can find, the shortest, tightest dress in your closet, and something obscenely sparkly. Woohoo! lol. :P

Italy Photo Diary

Hey guys! Just got back from vacationing in Italy, Turkey, and Greece! Being as scatterbrained as I am, I forgot to schedule my posts before I left, so real outfit posts will be coming soon, promise! >_< In the meantime, I thought I'd share a few photos from my trip. Our first stop was Italy, which was INCREDIBLE. We didn't stay nearly long enough! Since we only had a few days, we crammed in as many must-see places as possible. Hope you enjoy! :)
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[ :: St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City :: ]
So gorgeous! I could spend hours in there. Also went to the Sistine Chapel (!!). So amazing to see all the things I've only read about in books!


[ :: Spanish Steps, Rome :: ]

[ :: Trevi Fountain, Rome :: ]
Caeser's Palace didn't do this landmark justice. lol.


[ :: Pompeii, Italy :: ]
One of the eeriest places I've been. We got here super early and there was hardly anyone around!




[ :: Capri, Italy :: ]
My favorite stop in Italy! So beautiful. Can I retire here? I'll sleep outside Miu Miu if I have to.

mini vegas photo diary

Vegas, land of excess.



Little shadow man...aka boyfriend.

Practicing my fainting skills on this awesome couch.



Pie face.

The Signature at MGM Grand.

This was so good. [at Bouchon by Thomas Keller]

Don't try to wake me up before 11 when I'm on vacation.