Recycled

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!}

Madras Madness

Top: Vintage {try this} // Sweater: Theory 

// Skirt: Forever 21 {old, but love this Asos one in blue!}// Belt: Vintage Gucci

Nail Polish: Essie 'Blanc' // Bracelets: Oia Jules, J. Crew

Shoes: Converse {yep, still random hurt foot, bummer!} // Bag: Old Navy

Superwoman

This may just be the most magical piece of clothing I own. Its a jacket, a dress, a vest, and even though its not my style, the removable top part can be worn as a bolero. I started the day with sleeves and removed them as it went on. The closest I'll get to a quick change superhero! Seriously, why aren't more clothes like this? Practical yes, but so fun too! Its sold out, but check it out in all its glory over on The Outnet.

Convertible Trench: Elizabeth & James {sadly can't find another convertible one, but for a dress, try this or this. For the jacket, I love my J. Crew 'Icon' trench.}

Watch: Michael Kors // Rings: Vintage, Ambiance in San Francisco
Nail Polish: Essie 'Find Me an Oasis'

Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Seychelles // Toenail Polish: Essie 'She's Pampered'

Carnival Colors

I can't even remember the last time I was at a carnival or circus, but for some reason this skirt makes me think of a circus tent...but in a good way of course! As far as my tulle skirts go, this is one of the more subtle ones {well, in terms of poufiness and tulle, not the colors obviously!} Really, Asos can do no wrong...

Top: J. Crew // Skirt: Asos {old, but try this or this}

Necklace: Gift {some store in San Fran...}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Lollipop //  Bracelets: Vintage

Jacket: Theory // Bag: J. Crew // Ballet Flats: FS/NY

Drop it Like its Hot

I was going to title this 'Desk to Drinks' but where is the fun in that? Yes, I am going from work straight to an industry cocktail event, but why pass up an homage to Snoop Dogg? Exactly. I go through phases where I ether love or hate drop waist dresses, and lately I'm all about them. Especially with the warmer temperatures I'm loving the way they still have a little shape, but don't restrict. Plus, I can kind of do a shimmy since there are pleats {obviously not at work!}

Dress: Asos {try this or this} // Jacket: French Connection {similar here and here}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Lollipop' {my go to red} // Necklace: J. Crew {try this or this}
// Bracelets: J. Crew, vintage // Rings: Vintage, no label

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Palm Leaf Party

Top: Marc Jacobs {old, try this or this} // Blazer: Marc Jacobs
// Skirt: Ann Taylor {old, try this or this, and I'm obsessed with this dress}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Bikini so Teeny' // Bracelet: Vintage

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Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Sam Edelman {similar}

Golden Girl

Dress: Trina Turk {try this, this or this}

Belt: Gucci {super vintage} // Bracelet: Vintage {actually a necklace!}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Baby's Breath'

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{this was my GRANDMOTHER'S but I love it too much to get rid of}

Blazer: Kulson // Shoes: Report

Paint Party

As I may have mentioned, oh maybe a thousand times, I've been obsessed with the Tibi splatter skirt  for ages {ok since last year.} Of course, I figured I shouldn't spend the money blah blah blah and figured I could find on ebay, but no. It is gone. Forever? Hopefully not, but it feels like that. I've been suffering from a severe case of non-buyers remorse, if you will.

 All hope is not lost though-- I snagged this version when Tibi had a sample sale going on and do adore it. I will still climb mountains {or at least sale racks} to find the original, but this version still makes me very happy.

Sweater: Rag & Bone {almost identical here}

// Skirt: Tibi {This dress is a little similar if you want to mix it up}

Necklace: Anthropologie

Nail Polish: Essie 'Blanc' // Ring: H&M // Bracelets: Vintage, J. Crew

Leather Jacket: Guess // Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Zara {I will literally SOB the day these fall apart}

Business Blues

I got this dress back when my parents were living in San Francisco and there were cute little stores on every corner {among other wonderful things!} While I adore it, the fit felt a little off when I tried it on recently-- too loose/long for play but not quite right for work. So I went for my two favorite ways to transform anything-- layering and belting. Boom! Like a while new dress. Oh and there are pockets, so pretty much I've fallen back in love with it...

Dress: Tory Burch {similar here and here} // Blouse: Elizabeth and James {try this or this} //
Blazer: Kulson // Belt: D&G

I call this 'Business meets Nantucket'

Bracelets: Vintage, Banana Republic

Bag: J. Crew // Heels: Pour La Victoire

Pearl Party

I fell in love with this necklace instantly on Anthropologie...but then for some crazy reason didn't purchase it immediately. I rarely have the patience to buy anything on back-order {chalk it up to a love for immediate gratification} but this was so worth it. Its simplicity makes it all the fancier in my opinion, such a delicate but statement making piece. Of course, now the style is all over the place, but I still feel like its pretty timeless.

Dress: Zara {old but try this or this} // Coat: Teri Jon {hand me down from Mom!}

Necklace: Anthropologie {or try this Zara version} // Bracelet: Vintage {actually a necklace!}

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Bag: J. Crew // Heels: Cole Haan

Dreaming of Paris

This leather skirt is by far one of my best finds-- I mean, a vintage midi-length leather skirt for under $20? I thought I was hallucinating! I've had the shirt for a bit but never wore it much because the length was odd...until a simple knot made it the perfect length for the outfit.

The top has some of my absolute favorite things-- sequins, stripes, and not only a word, but a French word at that. Paris is always on my mind, and certainly in my dreams! Just like my rapidly growing sneaker collection, my graphic tee collection shows no sign of slowing!

Top: J. Crew {try this striped one, or this or this..but so many great options!}
// Skirt: Vintage {try this or this}

Earrings: Betsey Johnson // Bracelets: J. Crew

Nail Polish: Essie 'Mint Candy Apple'

Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Zara

Time Traveler

I've had this J. Crew tunic for a while-- its delightfully breezy and bright, but one of those lengths where its too short to be a dress {at least for work!} but too long to be a top. Its got this fantastic print made up of vintage travel posters-- whether its copies of actual posters or just based on them, I love the idea.
Retro + Travel + Fashion = automatically obsessed!

Top: J. Crew {try the French themed popover, its on sale and so cute!} // Dress: Madewell
Belt: Vintage Yves Saint Laurent {Mustard Seed score}

Bracelets: J. Crew // Nail Polish: Essie 'Fiji'

{details...love the vintage travel poster vibe}

Bag: J. Crew // Heels: Zara {try these}