may wrap-up

Welcoming June and subsequently the start and rest of summer with the end of May! It was a great month, but now I can't wait to revel in some (more) late-night escapades, light travel and travel planning, etc. View the rest of my lookbooks here.

a little bit of that

ASOS top, Rodebjer blazer, American Apparel shorts, Zara sandals, VJ Style duffle, J.Crew cuff

Taken a while back... seeing these pictures of my hair make me regret 1) attempting to dye my hair back to its normal color this last weekend (I feel near gothic) and 2) coloring my virgin hair in the first place. Two words: never again. Two other words: Happy Friday. Gonna enjoy the weather in the OC this weekend before I head to SF (finally, we reunite) for a break from the sunshine next weekend. TGIF!

crisp and light

J Brand jacket, Rag & Bone top, J Brand shorts, Theyskens' Theory boots, Forever 21 headband, Vanessa Mooney bracelet

Keeping cool in my summer-favorite J Brand denim jacket (also worn here and here), this lightweight high/low Rag & Bone 'Adeline' sleeveless top I fell in l-o-v-e with, and short J Brand 'Nina' shorts also absolutely necessary for the heat. A bit scanty but revealing gams is never a bad thing when you feel like you're baking under the sun. Iced coconut oolong tea and vanilla bean ice cream atop a blueberry almond tea cake followed shortly after snapping these photos--dunzo!

Happy Wednesday, loves. So glad we're already half way through the week!

a hopeless place

Zara jacket, DV by Dolce Vita blouse, Kasil Workshop trousers, Zara heels, Melie Bianco tote

The start of the three-day weekend came unexpectedly with a lot of wind (note the peekaboo floral cardigan layered with a jacket and the scarf!) but the sunshine pulled through for the latter half and it was glorious. As a creature of habit, naturally I gravitated towards pigging out with iced jasmine teas, macarons, and french fries (my kryptonite), and a bit of shopping. Total relaxation, which was much, much needed after a hectic week. Not to mention, the three-day window opened up opportunities to catch up with friends sprinkled throughout the LA/OC area. Hope you all enjoyed your Memorial Day weekend, and here's to soldiers who gave up everything for us- much love, good night.

John West - We Found Love (cover)

a|x spotted

A|X top and skirt, Rodebjer blazer, Zara sandals, Proenza Schouler PS11, Vanessa Mooney ring

Had some fun out in the OC wearing these cute pieces from A|X! I decided to pair the two separate pieces together to develop a discreet play on prints and I guess turn it into a deceiving one-piece. It was so much fun snapping photos for the blog via Instagram, (really refreshing actually), the day went by so smoothly not having to lug a heavy DSLR around and all. Hassle free from the get-go, the night ended swimmingly with some Japanese BBQ and beer with the ladies Raneth and Raych. Check out other pictures here on Refinery29 where I shared bits and bobs of my day!

no trouble

J Brand denim jacket, T by Alexander Wang top, Romwe skirt & floral blouse, Acne boots, Proenza Schouler PS11

Trying to find the most plausible ways to be creative when dressing for hot summer nights has forced me to use flimsy printed tops to create a discreet high-low look. My long awaited three-day weekend is (almost) here and I couldn't be more excited! ...Except my right eye is exceptionally irritated at the moment and I'll be forced to don the spectacles and refrain from doing much activity this weekend. Gah. I had wanted to do some light traveling in California but that option was also struck down from becoming reality--such, a, bummer! I guess it's a weekend called for NBA playoffs and online window shopping. Anyone doing something fun this coming weekend?

Leftover Cuties - Trouble

silk substance

vintage floral cardigan, Romwe blouse, !iTEM skinnies, DV by Dolce Vita sandals, Vanessa Mooney bangle, Ray Ban wayfarers

Here I am evidently trying to keep cool in the hot, hot heat - found adequate shade and shelter under a huge tree. My days are now marked by a spike in water/fruit consumption and finding all the other ways I can avoid overheating, like wearing white or silk, and wearing a kempt bun atop the head.

I've been updating the blog shop with new items for sale, check it out. Also, I was way behind but check this section out for the latest March lookbook. I still have April and May coming but there's another project I'm also working on and I can't wait to share that one. Soon!