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upgrade workwear

October 31, 2013
For my latest story with Refinery 29 we’re talking about how to upgrade your work wardrobe. While it’s nice to dress in of the moment pieces, it’s always important to dress professionally. When you can find a way to merge those two things, you’ll find yourself with one awesome outfit that you’ll want to wear past the 9 to 5!
For this work-appropriate outfit I chose a classic wrap dress in a fun geometric print. It’s reminiscent of the 70s but still in style today. I ditched the boring black blazer for this black jacket with leather detailing on the sleeves. The dual-textures makes it a fun choice, yet still office ready! This cobalt blue bag is striking and holds all my workday essentials {laptop, change of flats, lipstick and notebook). Best part? The entire outfit was under $100! yes, T.J Maxx might be the best thing to happen to me!
Here’s more of the article “A Made for Work Look that Stuns After Hours” on Refinery 29! Thanks so much for all your support throughout this fun collaboration!
Happy Halloween everyone!! Unfortunately we didn’t get around to carving pumpkins last night since I was so exhausted after flying back from New York, but it will definitely be on our list this weekend. Better  late than never!
xox
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madeline

October 30, 2013
As soon as I put on this outfit for some reason I couldn’t help but think of Madeline. Did you ever read the Madeline books growing up? They were my favorite! Obviously I loved her because this is the second time I’ve referenced her in a post…this year! {You can see the outfit from March here!} I think I just really love the French style of dressing- classic & feminine, with pops of red! You really can’t go wrong!
top LOFT {similar}, skirt Zara via Crossroads Trading {similar high and low}, shoes Seychelles {and on sale!}, purse Alice & Olivia, bracelet c/o ILY, lipstick Revlon Orange Flip
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I’m excited to be flying back to LA today! It’s been so fun in New York but I desperately miss Matthew and Ginger. Plus, it’s Halloween week! I have to get ready! There are pumpkins to carve, pounds of candy to buy, and costumes to prepare! 
Have a great Wednesday everyone!

xox
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the beetle blouse

October 25, 2013
For being what Matthew calls a “girly girl,” I’m surprisingly not afraid of bugs or spiders. I’ll gladly step in when one of my friends has one trapped under a cup, or climbing down her bedroom wall. I’ll just scoop it up on a piece of paper and take it back to its home outside. You can’t blame the guy for wanting to be your friend!  So when I saw this Tory Burch beetle blouse I kind of had to have it. Not just because it’s cute, which it really is, but also because I think it’s a good reminder or something I’m’ not afraid of.  Rodents on the other case, are a totally different animal! Let’s just say I will not be wearing them on my clothes. ever! 
top Tory Burch {also here}, skirt Nordstrom {on sale for $31!}, shoes Coach via T.J. Maxx but a very very similar one!, bracelet C.Wonder, purse c/o Dooney & Bourke, lipstick MAC Candy Yum Yum {the birthday lipstick!}
Did I tell you guys I’m in New York? I swear I feel so turned around with what day it is and what month it is even! I honestly thought about it for a good 10 seconds today. Is it August? No, September? Wait, November already? So embarrassing! I really shouldn’t have any confusion about the month or season, though, because it is actually quite cold in New York right now. I was so surprised because I was just here a month ago and it was quite warm. For this trip, I was expecting that classic New York fall weather. You know, the one that Kathleen Kelly and Joe Fox talk about in You’ve Got Mail? Bouquet of freshly sharpened pencils and all! Well, unfortunately the weather is more chilly than cool, and more windy than breezy. Luckily it’s not as bad as February’s visit, but still, these California bones will not get used to it, try as I might!
What are you guys up to this weekend? Anything fun and Halloweeny? So sad that Matthew and I will have to postpone our annual pumpkin carving contest until next weekend. Is that terrible? To carve pumpkins after Halloween? I won’t be back from New York until the 30th so I’m worried we won’t be able to do it in time. Maybe I’ll just ask him to get everything ready so that I’ll jump off the plane and start carving. I’m determined to win this year!
xox
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