High Waist Tutu

Blazer Zara Women | Pink Tank Diane Von Furstenberg | Tulle Skirt, earrings and bracelet Forever 21 | Wedges Steve MaddenThis was my outfit for Wednesday.

I love this outfit! The effect of the tank and skirt made people think it was a dress. This skirt has a lot of personality, and we have had a difficult relationship. I purchased it on sale at Forever 21 with a broken zipper, but I figured it’d be worth it since there was also a Buy One Get One Free with all sale items. Typically I would not buy a piece if it is going to cost me more in the long run, but I thought this was too good to pass up. I had the zipper fixed one, and it broke, then again with a different tailor and as I was trying it on it was stuck on me and it broke again. I almost lost hope, but I figured if it broke after 3 times maybe I should stop putting any more effort into it. I finally took it to an amazing tailor, and explained my love-hate relationship with this skirt, and now it is perfect! I will definitely be wearing it again since it seems like this skirt and I are meant to be!
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Cool

Leather Jacket Divided by H&M | Tunic Miley Cyrus & Max Azria | Leggings H&M | Thigh high boots Steve Madden | Sunglasses Ray-Bans | Rings Forever 21Does anyone else feel like a rebel when they slip on a leather jacket? And spikes? And thigh high boots? How about just with a pair of sunglasses?
I know I did, and I can’t help but feel cool in this outfit. (And no it is not because I am next to the ice chest). 
Another weekend gone and back in the bay area. Time to prepare for another week at work with a few new outfits!

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Cannery Row

Cardigan Charlotte Russe | Top Rue 21 | Jeans, flats, and necklace Forever 21 | Bag Steve MaddenA late Saturday post, but better late than never!
I had such a great day. I spent the early afternoon with my best friend from high school shopping at our local Savers. I had come home to Salinas for the weekend, and was so glad we could hang out for a bit like back in the day. This store was one of the first I thrifted at, and with her as my shopping buddy. We looked for stuff that would be cool to use for our high school’s spirit days, but today I found a lot of great pieces that will come in handy for work!
Afterwards I headed to Cannery Row with my sister to meet up with Armando at Cannery Row in Monterey for food and black light mini golf at Oceans 18. We ate at Bubba Gump and played 18 rounds with Armando winning. 
My outfit went from shopping, to dinner, to having fun playing mini golf. I think my necklace was right on point for this trip by the ocean!
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Chandelier Feather Earrings

Grey Bomber Jacket H&M | Ruffle Purple Tank Diane von Furstenbergs | Grey Skinny Jeans 7 For All Mankind | White Feather Chandelier Earrings and Cocktail Ring Forever 21 | White Heaven Flats Steve Madden | Photos by Jason N.
Such a specific blog post title, I know, but the earrings pretty much inspired the rest of my outfit for today. All the items I have worn before except for the earrings, and a big reason is because I actually struggled pairing them with what was in my closet. These are not really bohemian and don’t feel like everyday earrings, so I love the effect they have when paired with the ponytail and shades of grey. 
This is one of my favorite outfits so far, and it made me sad to have to change for my workout at the pool. I am proud to say I jumped in and swam 1000 yards (40 times up and down) without taking any breaks. I feel so proud of myself! So far I’ve gone 3 times this week, but today’s workout felt so satisfying! I believe I swam 1400 yards total, so I know since Monday I will keep improving.

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Cream and Black

Cream and Black Dress and Black Cuff Bracelet Forever 21 (Bracelet here) | Black Vest Wet Seal | Black Patent Heaven Flats Steve MaddenAnother busy and productive day! The mornings have been cold, but the afternoons warm up slightly. I had a cardigan earlier (and my black princess coat over my outfit) to stay warm. I really want the days to warm up so I can wear my summer dresses. I love how in these photos the cream dress is similar to the color of the railing. 
Most of the photos on my blog have been updated, and I am devoting more time to my blog lately. So much so that I have neglected to maintain my apartment. I spent the afternoon cleaning my kitchen and living room, and I shall tackle the closet/ bathroom tomorrow.
Hope you are having a good week so far! 

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Sunday Afternoon

Black Cardigan H&M | Floral Print Top and Black Pants Forever 21 | Coral Hobo Bag BCBG Generation | Ring Unknown | Short Black Suede Boots Steve MaddenA lovely weekend spent back home with the family.  
Hope everyone had a fabulous weekend!
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