New Year & A New Me

Here's to 2014! New year and a New Me! 

My vacation is officially over; therefore, my blog vacation is over as well. Over the Christmas holiday I decided I wanted to focus more on my blog than I have in the past and truly give it my all. So here's to a year of great blog posts, opportunities and hopefully new blog friends!

T Shirt  & Tank: Ann Taylor LOFT // Cardigan: Francesca's // Jeans: American Eagle // Flats: Nordstrom Rack // Necklace: J. Crew // Watch: Juicy Couture // Bracelet: Sage K and Co

I spent the majority of my holiday back East with my family which is where these photos were taken. Not only is Charleston a wonderful, historic town, but it's also full of FANTASTIC areas to take photographs.

Do you have any big goals or resolutions in 2014? 

Linking up with Lauren, DC in style, Molly,

Leather Details & Stylish Tuesday #2

Happy Tuesday Loves!

Can you believe Thanksgiving is the day after tomorrow? Neither can I! The month of November has not only flown by, but 2013 has been a complete blur for me as well. It's starting to finally cool off in Southern California so I was so excited to be able to bust out my leather leggings and vestique top.

Top: Vestique // Leggings: ANGL // Shoes: Nordstrom Rack // Necklaces: Cornucopia & J. Crew // Watch: Michael Kors // Bracelet: Sage K & Co.

- now to the link up -

So sorry I missed last week. I came down with a dreadful cold which was no bueno.

My favorite look from 2 weeks ago was Erin's from Simply Just Lovely! Her entire look reminded me of the 1950's and I thought it was incredibly chic.

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Rules:
1. Please follow me via Bloglovin' or Instagram
2. Link up anything you like! I can't wait to read it :)
3. Please link this post back to your blog or post my button below on your blog (this way other bloggers can link up too)
4. Have fun meeting/interacting with new bloggers, you may just make some new friends!

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Linking up with Elena, Molly, Lauren, Karly,

Longchamp & Chevron

Happy Monday Y'all! 

Can I just tell y'all how much I am loving my red Longchamp bag? I fell in love with my small black one I got in college and bought this one soon after. When my mom and I traveled through Europe 2 Summer's ago, I bought my 3rd and it makes the perfect carry on bag since it's so large. If you haven't heard of this brand before YOU MUST check them out. Not only do they make great bags in an assortment of colors, with two strap lengths, that you can monogram ... they also fold up nicely into smaller bags or clutches. Yes you just read that correctly, these are MULTI-PURPOSE bags; plus they're great to take out on rainy days because the fabric is waterproof. Did I mention I love Longchamp Paris?

I wanted to keep it cool and casual this weekend since it was blazing hot, (95 degrees) in Riverside! I really wish Fall weather would come already, but alas I am heading to NYC on Thursday and can't wait to bundle up in layers upon layers. I have some new sweaters I simply cannot wait to wear!

What Fall trend are you looking forward to most?

Dress: Francesca's // Shoes: Jack Rogers // Necklace: J. Crew // Earrings: Forever 21 // Watch: Juicy Couture // Bag: Longchamp Paris 

Thanks for reading and be sure to follow on bloglovin'!

Linking up with Molly, Monday Morning Gossip, Lauren, Shana, The Pleated Poppy,

Happy Labor Day

Happy Labor Day Y'all!

The holiday weekend has officially worn me out with Beer Olympics, shopping, entertaining out of town guests and enjoying the Beverly Hills VIP high-life for a hot minute. I'll post about all of that wonderful stuff later this week :)

I saw these shorts on another blog (sorry I don't remember which one) and instantly knew I had to have them. They're printed, the perfect length and in one of my favorite colors - turquoise! I ran over to Old Navy to snag these beauties then realized all their shorts were on sale for $7! I simply couldn't just get one pair so I snagged a navy pair seen here as well!

P.S. If you remember anything when you pack to go to the desert, bring a straightner! Otherwise the poof ball below is what will happen.

Cardigan, Shorts & Belt: Old Navy // Tank: LOFT // Shoes: Jack Rogers // Necklace: J. Crew // Bracelets: Forever 21 & Vintage // Earrings: Belk // Ring: Steinmart // Watch: Juicy Couture //Lips: Milani "Pink Voltage"

Thanks for reading and be sure to follow on bloglovin'!

Linking up with Molly, Lauren, and Amber     

Month in Instagram: June

Although we have June Gloom out here in California, you really can't complain about the Summer months! I slacked on taking tons of pictures, but hey it just gives me something to work on for July right?

1. Doing a stroll at Runyon Canyon with Dr. D

2. Event at Paramount Studios designed by Kevin Lee

3. Conversations with the roomie when she's working with Tom Felton for the day. Harry Potter!

4. Hanging out with a great group before Princess Bride at Hollywood Forever

5. Posing with my California blonde's!

6. First #ootd in a LONG time
Cardigan: LOFT Long sleeve tee: J. Crew Jeans: Old Navy Flats: Target Bangles: Forever21 & Penelope Silver bangle: c/o Gramps Watch: Juicy Couture Ring: Handpicked

7. Daniel's homemade hibachi night. YUM!

8. Having a good time with Brenda Latte at S.S. Chammy's metro pub crawl