Indie

It's finally summer in San Francisco, indian summer to be percise. I don't know why they call it that but it basically means that its dress season, which is freakin' awesome because dresses, especially ones like these, seem to automatically make me feel even prettier and even happier, two of my favorite feelings.

This bright tangerine button down dresss imediately reminded of something Audrey or Twiggy would wear and the nipped waist and subtle flare add fun to the classic shape. I got this dress from a thrift store back home in Palmdale, the thrift stores there kind of rule a little because not many peeps know the treasure that is thrifting so I always find cool stuff that no one else appreciates. This dress was only like 6 bucks or something, maybe less, and since I love orange and leopard print together, the comfy little kicks were perfect, they added to the easy, cute but comfy vibe of the look.

Cropped Concepts

I love when a certain look makes you feel different; when slipping on a specific pair of jeans or that one top instantly changes or enhances your mood, bringing out a side of you that isn't consistently apparent on an everyday basis. I suppose one could refer to this as "dressing for your mood" but I'm speaking on a more intense level, I'd almost associate it with playing "dress up" or wearing a costume.

Cropped tops have been everywhere for at least the past five months or so, and while the trend gradually makes its way into remission due to decreasing temperatures, I'll think fondly on the piece that easily allows one to be sexy while avoiding overexposure; and stops conveniently right above the hips, providing just enough coverage for those who aren't exactly equipped with abs of steel.

Denim boyfriend shorts are another summer staple I may truly miss as we transition into fall. Who doesn't love a jean that provides one with comfortability so great you almost feel as if you're wearing nothing? Isn't comfort and easy wearability what jeans are all about anyway? I am left to wonder, however, how many people actually felt the need to spend a large sum of money to create a look that can be easily emulated by borrowing the jeans of a brother or actual boyfriend. My boyfriend shorts were actually originally flare legged. However, they became much roomier over time, leaving behind unattractive sag. Conveniently though, it wound up being the perfect opportunity for a much needed D.I.Y.

(sunnies- palmdale swap meet, cropped top- vintage, jeans- arizona, boots- timbs, bangle- world market, peace bracelet- venice beach, floral scarf- rave, earrings- hot topic/ella bella)

Transitions

Everyday feels like a countdown, everyday we get one day closer to Fall; soon summer will be nothing more than a fond memory of unforgettable moments and a compilation of photos worthy of much more than a thousand words...

This editorial represents the fall transition: the last of the bright, punchy colored sundresses and the firsts of the liquid black leggings, the perfect black blazer, and faux leather motorcycle jackets. As unhappy as I am about storing away my favorite pair of shorts, breezy sundresses, and rompers; I can feel hints of anticipation creeping in...

p.s: the floral Luella dress in the 3rd photo is my faaaaavorite!

p.p.s: f21 has a knock off of the philip lim zipper detailed dress in the last photo; it's grey though (peeeerfect for fall, duh) and I'm pretty sure I'll be rockin' it with floral tights.

p.p.p.s: does anyone know what p.s even stands for?

(pc: teen vogue, april 09)

Grunge Lunge

As I have previously stated, I am/was currently infatuated with grunge (I'm slowly making my way into brights as of late, due to the sudden amazing weather change :DDDD) Don't you love those times when the weather is either really hot or in the case of this outfit, really freakin' cold and you wear the exact, perfect amount of layers and you're sooo comfortable??? This was one of those times and as I stood in the parking lot, hair blowing wildly in the wind, yet warm as hot chocolate, I silently thanked God for thick knits; yeesss!!!

Nevertheless, as much as I love to be bundled in warmth; I am SOOO happy it's over ::currently welcoming S(s?)pring with open arms:: Honestly, you have no idea! I have this issue (a.k.a anemia) where in cold weather I freeeeze, like chilled-to-the-bone freeze; and sooo when I stepped outside this morning to walk Dolce and was greeted with extreme warmth I had to bust out a little happy dance on the porch- the next door neighbor stared at me like I was a strange-ling as he loaded his eight kids into the mini van, he's freakin' octo-pop and he thinks I'm the one with issues???

(jacket-vintage, sweater dress-bitten, belt-gift, tights-target, boots-timberland, bag-h&m, armwarmer-f21, sunnies- f21, earrings- hot topic)