Everyday – Page 17 – Will Bake for Shoes

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Leaves

Posted on April 4, 2012by Brandy Saldana

Pink Print Flora Silk Top Diane Von Furstenberg | Raspberry Pink Cardigan, Black Skirt, and Leaves Pendant Necklace Forever 21 | Black Suede Booties Steve MaddenBy now one can probably note I have an obsession with Diane Von Furstenberg. I have so many tank tops, but the weather has not been cooperating with me in order to start showcasing my spring looks. It has not been appropriate for dresses and skirts without leggings or tights either, but it will be soon enough (I hope.)

The top was the inspiration for today, but it is too voluminous so tucking it in makes it work better for my body. The cardigan clearly matches the same shade as the feather print, and adding the boots makes the look more casual. Overall, I love this look and it could be perfect for warmer weather minus the boots and tights and opting in some cute flats instead.

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White Leather Jacket

Posted on March 25, 2012by Brandy Saldana

White Leather Jacket Be Hip! by Me Jane | Floral Print Top Sele | Black Pants, Pink Headband and Gold Flower Pendant Forever 21 (Necklace here) | Pink Suede Boots Steve MaddenToday’s post is pretty short. My Grandma was in the hospital, and coming down home after the concert was originally my plan. I wanted to dress in a way that would make my grandma cheerful when she saw me. I opted for pink (her favorite color) and also wanted to be comfortable. Spent most of my day there with her, and tomorrow plan to do the same before heading back to Berkeley. If I could request days off I would in a heart beat, but can’t skip out of work since I am on a Limited Appointment. She looked better when I left today, so we shall see if she is discharged tomorrow.
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Knit Tunic

Posted on March 21, 2012by Brandy Saldana

Teal Tunic Chloe (here) | Black Leggings H&M | Short Suede Boots Steve Madden | Black Feather Earrings Wet Seal |Imagine my surprise when I found a Chloe sweater dress at a local Crossroads while I was selling some clothes. It was love at first sight, and luckily the amount I paid was covered by what I earned selling clothes I was tired of or did not fit me properly. In the past, I would buy clothes that were either just too trendy or a couple sizes too big, or a size too small, think I could make it work or alter it somehow. I would like to say I have purged most of my closet to things I actually wear, but sometimes I do hold on to things for sentimental reasons.

A big part of the reason clothing won’t be my exact size is because I end up going to thrift stores and finding great pieces that I want to be able to wear. I was lucky enough to find this Chloe tunic, and it is not only my first piece from this brand, but also a first in me buying a sweater dress/tunic. I typically don’t buy winter knits out of sheer stubbornness because I never feel knits look good on me. However, I received a ton of compliments on this dress, and I already have some other outfit ideas that I know would work well in the spring when it is warm. Slouchy tan boots would go well with this tunic with a low slung belt in a neutral color, and natural necklace would also make this more bohemian. I also envision it worn with a faux fur vest over it in a neutral color. Today’s look is slightly bohemian with my feather earrings and leggings too. I wanted to braid my hair, but realize I am not skilled in that department. My hair is always down and curly because I know that works for me. Baby steps.

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Matador

Posted on March 14, 2012by Brandy Saldana

Bolero jacket Forever 21 | Ruffle Top Chelsea & Theodore | Pants Forever 21 | Jadore ring and Black Bow Headband Forever 21 | Black Zeda Boots Steve Madden |This month’s issue of Elle with Blake Lively on the cover featured some of spring’s hottest trends. One of the trends that really caught my eye was the Real Madrid trend-inspired by Matador boleros, high-waisted pants, and of course the gorgeous Christian Louboutin Torero Heels in ruby red from the Spring 2012 collection! And while it rained today, I felt inspired by those shoes and decided to rock my own take on the matador look.
The ruffles create just enough drama and the boots and jacket prevent it from being too loud. The lack of color also keeps this from looking too costume-like, but if I had the resources I would have added a red sash near the waist. My other favorite look would have been a the same bolero, but switching the pants with a red skirt would have captured the effect of a satin ruby skirt with black embroidery by Emilio Pucci on the same page as the Louboutins. Needless to say, I am very excited about this trend, and if I could get myself some fan earrings I’d be super stoked!

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Boardwalk

Posted on March 12, 2012by Brandy Saldana

Striped red and navy cardigan, gold anchor necklace, blue jeans Forever 21 | White flats Steve Madden | Wristlet Coach PoppySuch a fun-filled weekend!

I am very happy to be have been invited by my brother to spend the day at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with his family before I headed back up to my apartment in Berkeley. Today’s outfit was inspired by the fact that we would be spending our day at the Boardwalk. Most of my pieces are from Forever 21, but I’ve linked similar items to shop below. I love this navy and red cardigan and the tiny anchor details in the buttons.
We first played mini-golf in Neptune’s Kingdom. It was a close game in the beginning, but towards the end I kept missing the holes. My brother probably ended up winning, with my sister coming in second place. My niece and nephew had a great time playing against each other, and both managed to make a hole-in-one.
We walked around the boardwalk with the kids and grabbed some food and played games to win prizes. The kids only rode two rides since our focus was to come play mini-golf, and after eating some sweet potato fries decided to start our trip back to Berkeley. Before returning to our car, I took photos with the kids and my sister, but we did not all fit in the booth. It was a fail, but a funny fail. I had so much fun, and I was glad we were able to spend our day together. Perfect way to end the weekend, relaxed, before the start of another busy week.

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Weekend Wear

Posted on March 11, 2012by Brandy Saldana

Teal Jacket Member’s Only | Dark Wash Jeans. Multi Color Beaded Strand Necklace Forever 21 | Heart Print Sneakers Harajuku LoversToday’s outfit mixes a unisex Member’s Only Jacket with a basic white tee and dark wash jeans. I paired the jacket with matching Harajuku Lovers sneakers I scored at Marshall’s. I loved the print of the sneakers, and added the colorful beaded necklace to tie in the two pieces together.

My mom suggested we wake up early and go see the matinee showing of The Lorax. We had not gone to the see a movie at the theaters together as a family (at least me, my sister and parents) so there was no time to waste getting ready. We ended up arriving a little before the movie was about to start and enjoyed the entire movie.

It seemed laughter was part of the rest of the day as well. We came back home to prepare lunch for later that day, which was going to be pollo al disco, which is chicken fried in oil in a heated dish outdoors. Potatoes taste amazing when sliced and fried that way too. My brother and his family arrived later and we spent time outside talking, pushing the kids on the swings, watching as my brother played catch with my nephew. We all ate together as a family, which was something we also had not done in a long time. We proceeded to play some Wii Tennis, where my older brother was a bit sour from losing to me and demanded a rematch. He won the second time around before heading to his home.
Our family ended the day by going to Dairy Queen for some blizzards after watching a commercial announcing their special of buy one get one for 99 cents. My sister, boyfriend, niece, nephew and I all ordered blizzards, and bought one for my brother to take to him since we needed to drop off the kids for the night.