Casually Unexpected

Casually Unexpected

 

I have been wanting to put a day look together with this thrifted blue tweed mini-skirt. 

The skirt's potential functionality inspired me. You could very easily dress it up,

 but my vision for the skirt was more of a street look. Something a bit more casual and unexpected.

I paired the mini with a pajama style top. It has a laid back fit but the black and white stripes

keep it chic. I mentioned in a previous post that a pajama style top is an effortless way to look put together. 

This look was all about contrasts from the different textures of the two pieces, the top is a thin chiffon material and the mini is tweed, to the color combo. I love how the black and white stripes work with the mixed blue of the mini. It works because blue, in my eyes, is a pop of color but pairs like a neutral. 

Top // Primark

Mini-skirt // Thrift

Purse // Charming Charlie's

Stay Well & God Bless

True To London

True To London

London could not have been anymore London than on this day. 

Clouds hung low and the air was cool when just the day before

I was strolling through Kensington in shorts.

But I want the true London experience so I will

 layer up and go about my day.

This look started with the denim, I knew I wanted to

take these DIY'd raw hem jean on their first outing.

DIYing them was super easy, just cut an even line and use

 a pair of tweezers to pull at the frayed ends. 

Distress and pull to your liking.

(I never wore these jeans, the cut was awkward so messing them up wouldn't be a big deal) 

I went with a loose lightweight sweater for warmth and

the light pink color brightened up the look a bit.

To finish the outfit I threw on this dark green duster,

it's lightweight and functional, perfect for layering.

And of course, my Converse were a part of this look.

Duster // JustFab

Sweater // Forever 21

Jeans // DIY

Purse // Charming Charlie's

Stay Well & God Bless

Blue and Borrowed

Blue and Borrowed

A successful treasure hunt at the thrift store ended with

me walking out with this blue tweed mini skirt.

What I love about this skirt: the texture, the color,

 the versatility, and the pockets - of course.

The texture is unexpected but not too busy. 

The color, classic.

It can be dressed up with strappy heels, dressed down with a 

pair of Converse - which I cannot wait to sport come summer - ,

or given an edgy look with a chunky boots. 

The same could be said for the top.

A not so basic white tee is the perfect top for summer. 

The ruffles do all the work for you.

 There is no need to think; just grab your pop of

 color shoes/bag and enjoy the summer sun.

Top // Ellelauri

Skirt // Thrifted Treasure

Stay Well & God Bless

Daily Shoe

Daily Shoe

You know those shoes that you slip 

on without even thinking about it. 

The grab and go pair that can be 

spotted on your feet like 80% of the time.

Well these are mine...

The ankle boots are a recent buy from JustFab. I mentioned in my last post my initial aversion to the pointed toe style. However whilst online window shopping

 I couldn't help but fall in love.

Needless to say they have become a 

staple piece in my closet. They 

are easier to style than I thought 

they would be, it can give any laid

 back a polished sort of edgy look!

The Converse on the other had are definitely ole reliable.

Comfy and classic yet worn in 

enough to be edgy-ish.

Boots / JustFab

Sneakers / Converse 

Stay Well & God Bless

Camel Toned

Camel Toned

Fall is here! Sort of...not sure when it officially starts 

but I can get away with wearing sweaters and not melting.

I love the way the colors mix with each other. I was worried the camel might clash with the black snakeskin but it came out great and the camel really gives it that Fall feel. Days like this when an idea pops into your head and it works... they're magical, haha 

Top / Express (AGES ago)

Shorts / Levi's

Sweater / H&M

Sunglasses /  Target

Shoes /  Converse

Bag /  Charming Charlie's

Do you notice that my legs blend right in with the color of the sweater, what a tan.

Stay Well & God Bless /xX

Lititz

 Lititz

I spent the past weekend in the quiet and serene countryside of Pennsylvania. My aunt has a cabin there so we spent our night by the fire and our days exploring the near by towns. Day one was Lititz!

It's a small town with lots of touristy things to do. If you have ever been to New Hope, this was pretty much the same.  

We walked around to admire the town's charm and stumbled upon a chocolate factory (they had chocolate samples that were to die for!) which is also the background for a few of my pictures. 

Inside the factory was part store and part museum. I had to keep myself in check and not buy everything. I didn't even get the coffee chocolate bars so needless to say I was very proud of myself. 

I did wear the shorts I have been constantly talking about haha 

but I couldn't help it they were comfy enough to wear during a long car ride but also looked polished enough to go out with.

(Which is why I love them!)

After spotting out a few restaurants we ended up at the Tomato Pie Cafe.  I tried to get pictures of the food but the lighting 

was weird and I was starving. I will say that the food was great and it along with the atmosphere was eclectic. My sister got this 

blueberry lemonade soda that I'm still dreaming about.

Shirt / Target

Shorts / PacSun

Shoes / Converse

Purse / ?

Sunglasses / Target

Stayed tuned for more post on my weekend!

Stay Well & God Bless /xX

Three Looks| One Piece

Three Looks|One Piece

As promised in my last post I put together 3 looks with my black leather/mesh shorts. 

Of course I had to do an all black look and let the textures have all the fun.

Shirt \  H&M

Shorts \  PacSun

Shoes \  Urbango

Necklace \  Lough Jewelry

I threw on my go to sweater for an easy to wear outfit perfect for summer.

Shirt / H&M

Shorts / PacSun

Shoes / Converse

Bracelet / Alex&Ani

Necklace / Lough Jewelry

For the third look I went for opposites. White and black, leather and lace, edgy and girly.

Shirt / Macy's

Shorts / PacSun

Shoes / Converse

Bracelet / Alex&Ani

Bag / Francesca's

Threw on a blue bomber for color.

Bomber Jacket / Kohl's

Boots /  Public Desire

I hope you liked this post, 

let me know which look is your favorite.

Stay Well & God Bless /xX

Florals&Leather

Florals&Leather

Due to sever heat outside and polar like cold inside 

(ALL my classes have the AC on full blast!) 

I have to carefully plan at my outfits when I have class.

Hence my wearing a jacket when it's 85°.

I originally planned on wearing a flowy white tank top with this but it needed ironing and I was already late. Instead a went for this floral top and I like the way it works with the shorts.

The shorts have a sporty look to them, the side has a 

retro basketball shorts feel. They're mesh like with a leather texture. An unexpected pair like that and I'm all in. 

I spotted these in PacSun last year while on a day trip and I had to have them. There are just so many ways to style them.( I may to a post on that bc I really like them!

To keep warm I added this green jacket I've had for awhile. I got it on sale at Target.

It's light weight enough that I wasn't too hot outside and I think it really ties the outfit together nicely.

The bag is just the one I'm currently using bc it is big enough to hold my usual purse thins and school stuff. but i like how it compliments my shirt and jacket.

Finally, for shoes my trusty, go-to, beat up Converse. Plus I couldn't pass up a chance to wear them with my "retro leather basketball shorts".

Top / H&m

Shorts / PacSun

Jacket / Target

Shoes / Converse

Silver Bracelets / Alex & Ani

Bag / Francesca's

Stay Well & God Bless /xX

OOTD Mash Up

OOTD Mash Up

I threw this outfit together to do a little shopping with my family. I love the classic look of the pleated skirt paired with the leather top to give it an edge. 

Top:Nordstroms(sale)  Skirt:forever21  Necklace & Bracelet:H&M

                            

 

This was yet another shopping ootd. I've been doing maybe too much of that lately hahha. SIDENOTE: I have a post coming soon about some of my recent buys. There is nothing I love more than Converse they are a huge staple in my closet!

Top:Old Navy  Jeans:Garage  Shoes:Converse  Kimono:Marshalls Bag:Poshmark  Bracelet:Alex & Ani

                   

This was a small shoot with my sister while we were in a cute little town not too far from us. It was sooo windy and we were by the water so the temp was much lower than I anticipated. Thank God for this oversized denim jacket I picked up at Zara's for a steal( IT WAS ONLY $20!!) it kept me soo warm.

Jacket:Zara  Jeans:forever21  Shoes:Converse  Necklace:H&M

Hope you liked this :) Stay Well. xX