The Closet Party

All About Oxblood

2014-10-31T13:16:00.001-04:00

Dress: Petit Bateau {almost identical here} // Jacket: Rachel Zoe {try this, this or this}
// Necklace: Baublebar // Hat: Urban Outfitters {similar here and here}

Boots: Frye {old but try these or these} // Bag: J. Crew

My Not So Secret Addiction

2014-10-07T11:26:00.002-04:00

I didn't even realize I was wearing pretty much head to toe J. Crew until I started doing this post. I noticed I had been buying a lot more in the last few years, but didn't realize how much of a collection I had amassed. Those constant 40% sales just KILL me {in a good way.}

So yeah. I have been a bad blogger. Very very very bad. If you follow me on Instagram {hint hint} you'd see my shameless selfies in front of the fake wood are still abundant. I'm moving on to a bigger position in my company and just haven't had much time any more-- but its a great change! I'm trying to get back on blogging bandwagon, so hopefully you'll forgive me.

Blazer: J. Crew {try this or this} // Dress: J. Crew

// Earrings and Bracelet: J. Crew // Rings: H&M and Nasty Gal

// Nail Polish: Essie 'Midnight Cami'

Bag: Um yeah... J. Crew // Shoes: Steve Madden

Surfs Up

2014-09-12T05:00:00.000-04:00

My love for all clothing made from neoprene knows no bounds, and this skirt is no exception. Its lightweight, but still holds it shape. Most magical of all of its properties though, you can spill wine on yourself and it doesn't leave a spot {not speaking from experience of course...}

T-shirt: J. Crew {so comfy I got it in black too}

// Skirt: J. Crew {same version in solid color here-- both are on sale!}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Bottle Service'

Shoes: Zara

Brushstrokes

2014-09-11T09:45:00.002-04:00

Dress: No label {try this, this or this} // Belt: D&G

Necklace: Baublebar {old but similar here and here}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Blanc' // Ring: Secondi {try this or this}

Bag: Zara // Shoes: Zara {try these or these}

Welcome to the Jungle

2014-08-28T09:08:00.001-04:00

Dress: Zara {adore the Cameo the Label mini, or try this or this}

// Necklace: Vintage Ben Amun

Sunglasses: Asos // Shoes: Zara

...and because I'm obsessed with this new Zara skirt, a bonus pic!

{Literally head to toe Zara}

Rainbow party

2014-08-21T11:48:00.003-04:00

Every time I wear this gorgeous Baublebar x Atlantic Pacific beauty I just feel happier. Between the sparkles and the rainbow of colors, its just perfect! Blair and Baublebar can just do no wrong...

Dress: Zara {try this, this or this}

Nail Polish: Zoya 'Sooki'

Necklace: Baublebar x Atlantic Pacific 'Rainbow Starlite Bib' {sold out but try this or this}

Sunglasses: Asos

Sandals: Pour la Victoire {these were the closest I could find...}

Midi Mix Up

2014-08-20T10:59:00.002-04:00

This is another fabulous oldie but goodie {and by oldie I of course mean a whole 2 years or so} that for some reason I hadn't worn in ages. I love the classic cut of it and ladylike length, while the contrasting patterns keep it from being too uptight.

Sweater: Theory // Dress: Nanette Lepore {old, but try this Asos one} // Belt: Vintage

Bracelet: C. Wonder {sadly not Hermes} // Nail Polish: Essie 'Mint Candy Apple'

Bag: Zara

Heels: Kimchi Blue from Urban Outfitters
{I have these in black AND camel. They are not only a steal, but also SO comfortable}

Closet Creations

2014-08-15T05:00:00.000-04:00

I know I've been getting worse at blog posts lately. I could blame the summer, work, etc but really its only my bank account. In the interest of trying to be a grown-up and not buy EVERY SINGLE THING I WANT, I've been re-wearing oldies but goodies. Now, I can't really complain. Thanks to all of my previous shopping I have tons of options...but its just not as exciting. Nothing like a shiny new object to perk a girl up.

Its made me get more creative, which is a good thing. Plus, we all know when I say I'm behaving its not like I'm not shopping. I'm just not listing it as my sole extracurricular activity!

Jacket: Kulson // Top: J. Crew {similar here and here} // Skirt: Forever 21 {try this or this}

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Sunglasses: Asos // Shoes: Zara

Fancy Friday

2014-08-08T13:19:00.002-04:00

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Just because almost everything I have been wearing, wanting, and posting have been little white dresses, that doesn't mean I have forgotten my love for all things black. Even if I had actually forgotten, this outfit would have reminded me in less than a minute{after I picked my jaw up off the floor.} Its a showstopper-- from the perfectly placed long straight hair to the little triangle cutouts-- this is not something you see every day!
Unfortunately thanks to a few extra assets than her, its not likely I can pull this off, but its certainly got my craving black and drama again!

Looking forward to some wonderful girl time--which of course also means wonderful bubbly-- and finishing up Marisha Pessl's 'Night Film.' I started it at the beach and would have been done within a few days if it weren't for things like work. If you haven't read it, GO! Her first book, 'Special Topics In Calamity Physics' is fantastic as well.

Have a Great Weekend!!

Summertime Blues

2014-08-08T10:17:00.002-04:00

Between going through vacation withdrawal {even though it was super short, it sure was sweet} and realizing that I have a million summer things with tags on and its already August...it seemed appropriate to break out this tunic and my silver sandals. To make it less beachy and more casual work appropriate, I threw on PANTS. Yes, I do actually own pants. Shocking I know....

Tunic: d.ra {on sale at Urban Outfitters!} // Pants: Frame Denim 'le Skinny de Jeanne'

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Sunglasses: Karen Walker 'Super Duper' // Sandals: Sam Edelman 'Trina'

Toenail polish: Zoya 'America'

{sidenote: these are beyond comfortable. BEYOND}

Hot Pink Party

2014-08-07T04:00:00.000-04:00

My love of Equipment tops goes without saying, though I still constantly say it anyway. Of course, its only natural that I'd feel the same about their dresses {and pajamas...which I covet and will one day make mine!} I bought this dress first in the pink...then in black... and then in camo. Usually if you keep your eyes open you can find it on sale, patience is a necessary virtue though. Aside from feeling as comfortable as pajamas, it makes getting ready a snap, and perfect for layering between seasons too.

So pretty much, the moral of this story is to go buy it now!

Dress: Equipment 'Naomi'

Jacket: Zara // Bracelet: Vintage // Necklace: Baublebar {old, try this or this}

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Shoes: Zara // Bag: Zara

LWD

2014-08-05T04:30:00.000-04:00

After being off of work for almost a week, lets just say that this Monday was even tougher than usual! I could barely drag myself out of bed, let alone put two brain cells together to form an outfit. Thank goodness I hand't worn this dress yet-- it was perfect to throw on and felt as cozy as pajamas. While the LBD may be forever classic, the LWD has been my go to all summer long!

Dress: Old Navy {similar here too}

Earrings: Baublebar {similar}

Shoes: Zara

Recycled

2014-07-25T09:47:00.000-04:00

Everything comes back around in fashion sooner or later-- its like its 1995 all over again lately-- which is I of course hate to get rid of anything. My entire outfit is courtesy of my awesome Mom {ok minus the jacket, bag and shoes} over the years. I always look forward to treasures like these from my mom, she has such great and unique taste!

Jacket: Kulson // Dress: Marni {old but this is similar} // Belt: Vintage

{how incredible is this buckle?!}

Bag: Old Navy // Shoes: Kimchi Blue from Urban Outfitters

{love the retro feel...AND they're comfortable!}

Happy Little Accidents

2014-07-24T05:00:00.000-04:00

Since I've already done a post on this dress before, I wasn't planning on doing another one...but then some of my random insta-shots actually turned out kind of fun {at least in my head...} Hey, at least I'm trying new things, right??

Dress: Trina Turk {try this or this} // Cuff: J. Crew {try this or this}

Earrings: Baublebar 'Resin Grotto Drops'

{Outtake from trying to photograph the earrings, but my hair color looks way better than in real life, so the evidence must be kept!}

Sunglasses: Asos // Sandals: Sigerson Morrison // Toenail Polish: Essie 'She's Pampered'

Neon Party

2014-07-19T06:00:00.000-04:00

Dress: J. Crew

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Nail Polish: Essie 'Bikini so Teeny' // Ring: H&M {which ripped the dress right after the photo...}

// Bracelet: Forever 21

Sunglasses: Asos // Sandals: J. Crew {on sale!} // Toenail Polish: Essie 'She's Pampered'

Wrap Me Up in Ruffles

2014-07-18T05:00:00.000-04:00

Jacket: Kulson // Dress: Diane von Furstenberg {try this, this or this}

Necklace: Vintage {try this or this} // Bracelet: J. Crew // Nail Polish: Essie 'Pearly White'

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Shoes: Zara

Anchors Away

2014-07-16T11:50:00.001-04:00

Like tutus, gold chains and cutoff shorts, striped tops are one of those things I constantly accumulate whether I need them or not {though in my head, I ALWAYS do.} I like that this one is just cropped enough so it works with a high waisted skirt, but not so much that I'll be at risk of creating a scandal at work.

Top: Forever 21 {similar here and here, love this one too} // Skirt: H&M

Necklace: J. Crew {similar at Baublebar} // Bracelet: J. Crew // Nail Polish: Essie 'Pearly White'

Sandals: Pour La Victoire // Toenail Polish: Essie 'Watermelon'

Fancy Friday

2014-07-11T11:27:00.002-04:00

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As if you couldn't tell from my instagram, my pinterest, or of course my blog, I can't stop loving/wanting/buying white dresses. Yes, its of course somewhat seasonally inspired, but that can't just be it. Its summer every year {shocking I know} yet I've never been this into it. Eh, no one is complaining except my bank account...

Looking forward to enjoying this {finally} wonderful weather, quality girl time, the usual bubbly, reading and finally back to a little cooking. Yes, cooking WITHOUT my microwave. Its a new era people....

Hope you have a wonderful, relaxing...and/or exciting...weekend!

xo

White Out

2014-07-11T09:53:00.000-04:00

Dress: J. Crew {also love this Tibi one, and this is similar}

Necklace: J. Crew {old, try this or this}

Nail Polish: Butter London 'Fiver' // Ring: Vintage // Bracelet: J. Crew

Splurge VS Steal: The Little White Shirtdress

2014-07-10T11:05:00.004-04:00

I have been absolutely addicted {no really, I have a problem} to little white dresses. I've been eyeing the splurge version since I first saw it, but knew that given my klutziness, spending that much would be silly. I'd either spill on it, or just forever live in fear of spilling and only eat and drink white/clear things.

Magically though, I stumbled upon this version at Asos. Of course, its not QUITE as amazing, but its pretty close and for 1/3 the price!

Which one is your favorite?

Self portrait crochet dress
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ASOS | ASOS Shirt Pencil Dress in Broderie at ASOS
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Color Crush

2014-07-10T09:12:00.001-04:00

I got this dress years back at one of my favorite stores in San Francisco, Ambiance. It was blocks from where my parents used to live and always had a great selection of unique but affordable pieces. Have yet to find somewhere quite the same here...

Most importantly though, I FINALLY got a new couch. Aside from being way more grown-up, its also much better for the outfit shots. Not as good as ACTUAL photos outside {or at least minus the fake walls} but its a start.

Jacket: Kulson // Dress: BB Dakota {try this or this}

Necklace: Anthropologie {almost identical here} // Bracelet: J. Crew

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Shoes: Pour La Victoire {almost identical here...and on sale!} // Bag: Zara {similar here, fancy version here}

Fancy Friday: Happy 4th of July!

2014-07-04T08:45:00.003-04:00

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Just wanted to pop by to wish everyone a Happy 4th of July!

No huge plans for me, just some patriotic drinking of bubbly and spending time with friends, but I couldn't be more excited!

Sundress City

2014-07-01T10:27:00.000-04:00

This was one of those rare weekdays where my outfit change didn't involve gym clothes or pajamas, but another dress! It was a crazy busy day, but I managed to snap a few pictures of two of my favorite sundresses {oldies but goodies.}

Dress: Anthropologie {old, try this or this}

Sunglasses: Ray Ban // Shoes: Converse // Bag: Old Navy

Dress: Robert Rodriguez {try this, this or this} // Bracelet: J. Crew

Sandals: Pour La Victoire

Beat the Heat

2014-07-01T05:00:00.000-04:00

Jacket: James Perse // Dress: Tibi // Bag: Old Navy

Earrings, Bracelet: Vintage // Nail Polish: Essie ' Mint Candy Apple'

Sandals: Pour La Victoire

Fancy Friday

2014-06-27T15:14:00.000-04:00

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I was actually feeling a little lazy and thinking about skipping this post...until I saw this photo. I mean COME ON. I can't possibly put into words how perfectly styled this is, how much I love the look, or just how happy the colors make me. Not too likely I can pull this off, but I think I will try anyway...even if its only in the comfort of my own home!

After two weeks of no running I am going a little batty, but man has my closet gotten some new friends. Totally not needed as usual, but I've gotta fill my free time somehow right? Ok yes, perfect time to finally sign up for the French classes/drawing classes/learn to cook etc. Eh, maybe next random injury...

Hope you have a great weekend!