Everyday

Love Red

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Cardigan Express | Red Skater Dress Zara (similar here) | Jasmin Patchwork Flats Coach | Love Ring Forever 21 (similar here)This outfit is kind of a throwback for today since these photos are from last Thursday. I had to dress up a little for a luncheon at work, but had to be able to move around since I was tasked to take photos during the lunch (hence, I was limited to wearing flats). I have been appointed the unofficial photographer for all of our office events and its really made me thankful for investing in a DSLR camera. Maybe if the event isn’t a ways away from our office, I’ll be the unofficial office photographer in heels!
I wore this red number because Valentine’s Day was approaching, but I have to say I just really, REALLY love this dress! It is perfect for my height, shape and suits my skin tone perfectly! I’ve worn it before recently and it should be telling of how much I love this dress if I am willing to wear it again so soon. I can’t wait to remix it again with some bolder choices since the times I’ve worn it I’ve only gone with neutral shades. Every style book refers to owning a little black dress in your closet, but a little red dress is definitely a must have in my book.
Hope you are having a great week so far! Until next time,

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School Boy

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Blazer, T-Shirt and Ring Forever 21 | Red Shorts Erin Fetherston for Target | Gold Chain Necklace Found via Garage Sale | Gold Beatrix Flats Sam Edelman
Happy Friday Everyone!
I had an obsession with blazers last week and stuck to the same red and blue color scheme as I did with my Snow White look from Monday’s post. You know what they say, “if it ain’t broke don’t mess with it.”
Last Thursday, I went to watch Star Trek Into Darkness and wanted to be comfortable sitting in a theater and also something I could be cool in during the warm day. I opted to wear the shorts and I felt like a school boy ditching class to watch a movie. (The theater is located near a public high school, so I am sure that does happen often.) I channeled this inner rebel and translated that into my outfit with the chain details and the spikes on the flats. (Special thanks to +Inda Liza Luciano for letting me shop her closet and finding the cool chain necklace.) I’ll be wearing the necklace and the shorts a lot this summer, so be prepared to see them frequently!
Hope you enjoy the first Day of Summer and have a fun-filled weekend! If you are in the bay area tonight don’t forget Fashion Friday on the Plaza is happening in Oakland. Just in case you are interested in free wine and a different type of shopping experience.
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Birds and Bunnies

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Pink Cardigan Charlotte Russe | Bunny Print Dress Erin Fetherston for Target | Natasha Petal to the Metal Cross Body Black Leather Bag and Wallet Marc by Marc Jacobs | Nude Ruffle Flats Steve Madden | Bangles Forever 21 | Silver Rabbit Ring Crossroads Trading Co.
After my last post I feel it is time to lighten up the mood with a quirky patterned dress and the latest additions to my wardrobe. I wore this dress last Easter as seen here and only changed the shoes and the bangles. This look was a lot more casual, but still flirty with the ruffle flats and colorful arm candy.
Accessories can really help reinvent an outfit, and I am happy to introduce the newest member to my handbag collection: my Marc Jacobs Natasha Petal to the Metal Cross Body aka the “grandma bag” as nicknamed by Mando. I’ve coveted this bag for about 2 years now, but could never bring myself to pay full price for it at Nordstrom. After finally being hired full-time at the office and imagining countless outfits I could have used it with I finally took the plunge and purchased this bag on eBay. I found a great deal for this authentic bag and soon after the wallet followed. It always amazes me that when it comes to designer handbags, the wallet will cost just as much as the purse! I got my wallet for a good deal on eBay as well,  and I am glad to have found a wallet that matches a majority of my black handbags.
I am very excited to own this bag and love the size. I was hesitant to make the purchase before, but I can tell I will be using this for awhile. I also appreciate its modest size. It forces me to not carry more than I need and really makes me reconsider what is essential.  And last but not least, I adore the gold plated sparrows! Mando does not find my bag cute hence the “grandma bag” nickname, but then again he isn’t the one using it (nor does he have a fashion blog so his point is mute). I collect animal jewelry, but it seems to be branching off onto my clothes and other accessories. I am quite content with this transition, but he might not be too thrilled. He thought this outfit was cute, so maybe he is okay with all the animal theme items I own. 
Hope your week has been great so far!
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Black and White School Girl Look

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Black Cardigan, Black and White Top, Denim Shorts, Rings and Bracelets Forever 21 | Tights c/o HauteLegs |  Flats ParisSomebody at work described me as a Japanese school girl in this outfit. I think it might have to do with the tights I had on courtesy of HauteLegs. They give the illusion of knee-highs, and I love how they completed my black and white look. This is definitely my favorite pair of tights out of the 3 I received because this is the second time I’ve worn them!
This was another one of those outfits I just threw on without planning it out the night before. Typically I have an outfit in mind that I want to wear, but this outfit came to me just before work. I had initially intended on wearing a white blouse tucked into the shorts to show off the high waist detail, but decided against it after I put on the sweater top with black ruffle detail. There was already a lot going on with this outfit, adding a ruffle blouse and tucking it in to show the detail on the shorts would have been too much. You can imagine me scrambling in the morning trying to put this outfit together quickly so I could still make it to work on time. Adding the accessories did not take long since my jewelry had been recently organized too! 
I had been trying to steer away from being too matchy-matchy, but I loved this look and am so glad I was able to wear the black and white flats I purchased in Paris after graduating high school.  I just have this thing for shoes, if you don’t already know.
Hope you treated your Mom to something nice this weekend!
Until next time, 
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New Girl

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Kristie 3/4 Sleeve Pleated Red Skater Dress Boohoo| Bow Ring Forever 21 | Flats Steve MaddenI have been MIA as of late with my posts, and unfortunately not very productive either.
I vegged out this weekend and watched an entire series of a Korean Drama Stars From the falling Sky and caught up on all the latest episodes of New Girl. The things I did that I felt were remotely productive were laundry and posting more items for sale on Poshmark. 
In honor of catching up with New Girl, I thought I’d share my outfit from last Monday. I bought this dress from Crossroads Trading Co. because it reminded me of Jess’s Skater Dress from the opening credits. I found out on WWZDW.com  the dress was from Zara, but this dress is also featured as one of the look-a-likes. I love the feminine shape and bright red color. It is also a nice stretchy material too. The patent belt also adds a nice touch to the whole look.
I will be attending a fashion show Monday night, so look out for some updates on Instagram!

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Turquoise Bubble Necklace

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White Shirt Dress and Belt BCBG Generation | Turquoise Bubble Necklace Charlotte Russe | Cardigan H&M | Black Patent Peep-Toe Flats Steven by Steve Madden
Spring is here! And what better way to greet it than with a classic white shirt dress. I kept my outfit pretty simple with the black and white color pallet, but opted to wear a turquoise bubble necklace that I found at Charlotte Russe this last weekend. I feel this color will be everywhere this Spring and I wanted to add a pop of color to this outfit. I’ll need to pair this necklace with my dress from my last post to repeat the color combo of the skirt and top I had styled for me at the LookMazing event with the Madewell clothing. Coral and turquoise just work wonderfully together!
What trends are you excited about this Spring? Let me know in a comment and share your latest Spring look. I can’t wait to see your posts!Brandy| BLOGLOVIN | FACEBOOK |  INSTAGRAM |TUMBLR | TWITTER | 

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