Author: Brandy Saldana

40 Days of DVF: Day 12

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Green Leaf Print Jessica Wrap Dress Diane von Furstenberg | Denim Jean Jacket Heritage 1981 | Wedges Kimchi Blue Happy Monday! 
I typically save my wrap dress for work days, but I wore this for the weekend at home. Once again, I scored this beauty at Crossroads Trading Co. I feel like wrap dresses tend to say a lot on their own, and I didn’t wear any jewelry with this outfit. When I am spending time with my family I try not to wear outfits that are too fussy and pairing this dress with a denim jacket and wedges adds enough interest without going overboard.
This week it is expected to be really warm  in the Bay Area (up in the 80’s) and I am preparing to wear some more of my Spring/Summer pieces. Hope you had a great weekend and are having a great start to your week!
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40 Days of DVF: Day 11

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Navy Vest with Brooch Twelve by Twelve (here) | Black Button Down Diane Von Furstenberg (here) | Jeans and rings Forever 21 |  Black Zeda Boots Madden Girl
Sometimes when I wear a DVF piece it isn’t the focal point of the look. This look came together after I decided to wear the navy vest. All the other pieces followed and although I feel the outfit might look a little bit like a costume, I liked the final look. I am embarrassed to admit that this outfit is from 4 or 5 months ago and it has just been sitting in my drafts. I debated whether it really should be published now, but seeing as my last post was really late I thought it’d be best to share one that was ready to go and featured at least one DVF piece.

I came down to Salinas to visit my family last night and surprise my mother and grandma for Mother’s Day. I wanted to make sure this was published before I hit the road back to the Bay Area, but I hope you are enjoying this Sunday with your Mother as well or at least showed your appreciation.

Until next time,Brandy| BLOGLOVIN | FACEBOOK |  INSTAGRAM |TUMBLR | TWITTER | 

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40 Days of DVF: Day 10

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Trench Coat BB Dakota | Floral Bennetta Top Diane von Furstenberg | Jeans 7 For All Mankind | Vintage Black Cross Body Coach | P-Heaven Flats Steve Madden |Ring GiftDay 10 is finally up! I thought I wouldn’t make this post, but I got it up as fast as I could. This casual look is similar to the one from earlier this week, mainly because I used the same jeans and jacket. They are my wardrobe staples and I realize I need to do some jean shopping soon (and be on the lookout for basic t-shirts.)
This floral top is another one of my Crossroads finds along with the jeans, trench and bag. I love to take clothes I am not using and exchange them for store credit since I can always find something, but lately I’ve been selling a lot of my items on Poshmark. Crossroads is great because if something isn’t selling, I’ll just take it there. Sometimes I like getting the most I can for an unused items and other times I just want space in my studio apartment.
Hope you are having a great weekend and remember to greet your mom tomorrow for Mother’s Day. Until tomorrow,Brandy| BLOGLOVIN | FACEBOOK |  INSTAGRAM |TUMBLR | TWITTER | 

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40 Days of DVF: Day 9

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Jean Jacket Heritage 1981 | Yellow Dress Diane von Furstenberg | Necklace Covet Boutique |Nude Ruffle Bag Steve Madden | Colorful Bangles Forever 21 | Ring Crush | Nude Ulltra Pumps Steve MaddenHappy Friday!
Showing off my Alma Mater’s school colors in a cute yellow DVF dress and a blue denim jacket. I found the dress thanks to Crossroads Training Co and I am pretty sure more than 50% of my DVF collection is from there. I do enjoy searching for items online, but it feels even better finding something in store and the instant gratification of taking it home with you. I chose to wear the denim jacket with this dress since I felt it is a summer staple, kind of like a cardigan. It also toughens up and otherwise sweet look. Same goes for the necklace with spikes. If you follow me on Instagram, you’ll notice it is the necklace Armando gave me for my birthday. It has other colors in it, so I felt it complimented my look without going overboard with my blue and yellow colors.
Hope you are all excited for the weekend and thank you for joining me on this blog series! See you for Day 10! 
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40 Days of DVF: Day 8

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Trench Coat BB Dakota | Floral Print Marla Bis Top Diane von Furstenberg | Navy Shirts Harajuku | Wedges Kimchi Blu | Bracelets Forever 21 | Red Hob Single Speed Bike ChargeThis post is later in the day than I would like it to be, but I am glad I am able to get it up today. Today was Bike to Work Day and in honor of that I wanted to take a photo using my new bike. I used to have a Schwinn road bike that looked like a cruiser, but I sold it and looked into getting something that was smaller and lighter for me to use. 
Normally I use sneakers or flats when I ride my bike, but it was hard to resist wearing the wedges with my summery top and shorts. (The weather was a lot colder this morning, so I ended up wearing jeans and some cute new loafers, but kept the top and short trench.) Sometimes it feels like it is hard to look cute and go bike riding, but wearing DVF makes it a little easier.
It’s almost Friday! I can’t wait to share my next outfit with you, so stay tuned for that. Brandy| BLOGLOVIN | FACEBOOK |  INSTAGRAM |TUMBLR | TWITTER | 

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40 Days of DVF: Day 7

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Trench Coat Banana Republic Factory Store | Green and Purple Wrap New Jeanne Two Wrap Dress  Diane von Furstenberg |  Pen Necklace Kate Spade | Bone Patent Heels Christian Louboutin | Ruffle Satchel Steve Madden Another wrap dress makes its way on my journey for 40 Days of DVF. 
I genuinely love wrap dress and fell like everyone should have at least one in their closet. I find it to be very flattering on my pear-shaped figure, but it makes any body-type look amazing. I was attracted to the purple and green pattern and actually found this dress on eBay. Same goes for the shoes. I love that I have found some quality investment pieces on there and for a fraction of what I would have paid if I bought them brand new. The necklace is an interesting piece I found at Crossroads Trading Co. 2 months ago and it is actually a pen. It reminds me a little of the necklace that Joan wears in Mad Men. The bright patterned, form-fitting dress is also probably something her character would wear, so all I am missing is the red hair. (Halloween costume idea?)
Tomorrow is Bike to Work Day. I’ll be sharing an outfit I’d bike with, so stay tuned for Day 8 of DVF.Brandy| BLOGLOVIN | FACEBOOK |  INSTAGRAM |TUMBLR | TWITTER | 

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