Earrings: Kate Spade| Dress: c/o HERE| Purse: ZARA| Slides: TopShop, sold out
There aren't many hidden gems in downtown Los Angeles, yet I officially declare the location of today's post as one of them. I stumbled upon it a few months back while attending a sample sale hosted by Cult Gaia. From the street view, the plaza looks dull and unordinary. However after a brief descent down a flight or two of stairs, it feels like you've stepped back in time. You stand smack dab in the middle of an old factory- with a vintage car thrown in for good measure. This site was particularly fab to me because I love old buildings, and somehow it gave me the feeling that I was someplace entirely different, even far far away from the hustle & bustle that is downtown Los Angeles.
Until next time,
Xx
Hey Babes! Today's post features yet another example of a LRD (see previous example HERE). LRD?
What's that? Translation: Little Red Dress 😉 Strong emphasis has often been placed around having a LBD (little black dress). We get it, having at least one is a necessary closet staple. However I want to draw attention to the value of having a great fitting LRD:
1- It can easily be categorized as a Happy Dress (see more about that HERE)
2- It's a head turner for sure
3- The right shade of red looks great on every skin tone
There you have it! In my opinion, a LRD is an equally important closet staple.
Over to you, are your rocking LRDs this summer?!
Until next time,
Xx
Hat: HERE| Dress: HERE| Rattan clutch: Vintage, thrifted| Gold boots: Old
My ❤ for gingham print hasn't subsided. I've had gingham in practically every size - small, medium, and now supersize 😁 Needless to say, my favorite feature about this dress is: the print...
What's your favorite print to wear?
Currently on my wishlist are gingham prints in red (preferably in a fabulously frilly off the shoulder top), pink (perhaps a coordinating top and full midi skirt), and yellow (hmmm, the possibilities are endless).
The gingham game is in full effect, my goal is to master it 😉
Until next time Babes,
Xx
Earrings: Nordstrom| Dress: c/o HERE (use discount code inmyjoi20)| Leather belt: Ralph Lauren
Suede boots: Ralph Lauren, similar HERE| Purse: Coach, vintage
What's better than one fabulous bardot maxi dress? Why TWO of course!!! LOL! I blogged a cute off the shoulder dress in my last post (HERE), since most good things come in pairs it only made sense in my head to follow up with this rustic beauty. Let's talk about number two shall we?😁 Color, tassels, and frills - honestly, what is there not to LOVE?!!! I packed it with me for a weekend escape and accessorized it with from the same color family. I can't wait to rock this in the summer with a strappy pair of sandals!
Until next time,
Xx
Statement necklace: Nordstrom| Dress: c/o HERE (use discount code "inmyjoi20")| Velvet booties: c/o HERE| Purse: Vintage, thrifted
Most of the country has been in a major deep freeze, but around these parts the weather seems to alternate between fall and spring 😉 Is it chilly where you are? My mom told me that she was looking forward to a warm-up of 10 degrees! I guess wintertime is here!
Recently I had a chance to wear this closet newbie, an OTS dress with a fun frilly high/low hem. I paired it with black accessories, and carried along a velvet blazer for the chilly night air. I really like this dress!
Note: The material is on the thin side, almost sheer - I added a slip underneath it.
I usually think of wearing dark floral prints during chilly temperatures, but this dress would also be great for summer.
Until next time,
Xx
Fur Scarf: HERE| Dress: c/o HERE| Pink socks: Nordstroms| Pink sandals: TopShop, sold out
Can you believe that today is the final day of 2017?! This year certainly had its share of lows, but with them also came a few personal highs for which I am genuinely grateful.
I love the feeling that a fresh start brings - it feels like the slate is wiped completely clean and there are countless new opportunities do things differently.
Of course each day technically is a fresh start, but for a while I wasn't fully utilizing that perspective.
Happily now things have shifted, I utilize that perspective regularly and it feels wonderful!
Today's look is perfect for going out with the guys or gals. I paired two of my favorite bolds hues together. Of course, I'm more partial to RED, but then you already knew that...
I ❤ how both colors complement the other!
Until 2018 Loves,
Xx
Hat: Vintage, thrifted| Dress c/o HERE (Use "inmyjoi" to save 20% off + shop more HERE), plus other gingham goodies HERE, HERE, and HERE
Red purse: Zara| Tweed booties: Marshalls, also worn HERE
Dressing for fall is a bit of a conundrum in SoCal. In fact, in case you haven't noticed, the weather is often a topic of discussion here on the blog. The reason? It has a major bearing on what I wear 😏 My husband and I originate from the Midwest (with an East Coast vibe). We were accustomed to experiencing four full seasons each year. Once we moved to the West Coast, that all changed. Several years in, I still at times find it a challenge to adapt... For instance, thus far this fall, temperatures have ranged from 50-105° degrees Fahrenheit...
SHEIN recently reached out to me and invited me to snag a few pieces from their new plus size offerings. Believe or not, I actually had to check the weather before I made my selection(s). LOL!
I ❤ classic gingham prints, in fact I was enthralled by the Gingham Storm this past summer... When I saw that mild temperatures were in the forecast, I immediately opted for this off the shoulder gingham ruffle dress. I sized up (a habit that I have whenever trying a brand that I am not familiar with), but as it turns out- I didn't need to with this dress 😳 Nonetheless, I made it work by adding in a belt.
I styled the dress with a top and without a top underneath to give you an idea of how you might layer it. Actually a black turtleneck also comes to mind, as does a black leather moto jacket... My husband said that with a top it reminds him of something off of Little House on the Prairie - 😁😁😁
Until next time Babes,
Xx
