Day 208 -- All The Pretty Flowers

When: Wednesday, March 27th, 2013

Where: Studio

I feel like a bright sunny Easter egg today! These pastel colors are perfect for the beautiful flowers that are in bloom. I'm really looking forward to this weekend, so I can really get into the pastels during our Eastover party!

 These fun yellow jeans are made for springtime, but I love them most because they elongate my legs. I have a pretty long torso, especially in comparison to my legs, so I think the high rise and full length down to my ankle adds a few inches of visual height. Paired with nude heels, and a shorter top, my shape gains a bit more proportion.

Blouse: Kimchi Blue via Second Time Around | Jeans: BDG via Urban Outfitters

Shoes: Dolce Vita | Earrings: Forever 21 | Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Day 207 -- A Sequel

When: Tuesday, March, 26, 2013

Where: Balboa Park for an Expect. photo shoot.

I know I wore a floral skirt and a striped top yesterday, but when I went to get dressed this morning, this outfit just spoke to me. I didn't realize until I was out and about that I was wearing an essential repeat of yesterday's digs. While my previous outfit looks a bit fall, this breezy get up seems distinctly summery. This perfect weather in LA can really put you in that floaty floral mood.

Sweater: Forever 21 | Dress (worn as a skirt): Principessa Venice | Shoes: Frye via TJ Maxx

Day 206 -- Step Up

When: Monday, March 25th, 2013

Where: Studio... Out for free cake.

I've been feeling like my outfits have just been so boring lately. I'm becoming one of those people who dresses just to cover their body, rather than dressing to express myself and have fun with fashion. I decided to mix it up just the tiniest bit today.

I used to be such an adventurous dresser, especially in high school, and nowadays I feel like I follow trends rather than blazing my own trail. Mixing prints are all over the place right now, and frankly, I don't feel like anyone should be applauded for being "brave enough" to put one print with another. It's not that hard, nor should it be considered a novel concept. That being said, I love this outfit, especially because it clashes. My favorite part is that the shoes and bag basically make no sense with the rest of the look. It's dressed in the dark, but in the best way.

Tee: Gap | Skirt: Just Cavalli via Second Time Around | Bag: Forever 21

Shoes: Tahari via Marshall's | Necklace: Italy | Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Day 205 -- Theater Girl

When: Sunday, March 24, 2013

Where: The Pantages Theatre for Catch Me If You Can, The Musical

Even though Alex and I worked in the morning, we called it quits at a normal time in order to get dressed up to go out to the theater! It's hard to believe that two theatre nerds who have been together for over two years, have never seen a live play together! Alex had a friend in the pit band who got us tickets, so of course, we couldn't resist! Now, I'm not in the business of reviewing Broadway shows, so I'll just keep it to fashion here, okay?

I got this dress from Anthro around my birthday with that extra-fun coupon they give you during your birthday month. I love this piece so much, I can't believe I've only worn it once! I guess now that I'm not working in a super fashion forward or formal environment (because I work for myself, by myself), I don't have occasion to wear a retro-inspired, fit and flare, strapless, printed midi dress. It was nice to pull it out for a special occasion like this one! Since this dress has a 1950s feel, I tried to play with and against it, as to not get too costume-y. This little purse is kind of a joke, but so cute! It definitely has that fifties feel, so I kept my other accessories modern.

Dress: Girls of Savoy via Anthropologie | Sweater: Alice and Olivia via Goodwill

Belt: Anthropologie | Shoes: Elizabeth and James via Wasteland | Necklace: Maya Brenner

P.S. Don't you love how Bucket keep poking his head into my pictures? Also, I didn't realize how close this outfit is to the last time I wore this dress!

Day 204 -- Purple Haze

When: Saturday, March 23rd, 2013

Where: Here and there, a day off!

I finally just gave myself a day full off after working for almost three weeks straight. I keep thinking to myself, "If I work super hard and never stop, I'm guaranteed to make it!" The truth is, that if I do that, I'm guaranteed to burn out. After having a couple bummed out, and uninspired days in my studio, I decided to just take a breather, and it was wonderful.

I wore this breezy, comfortable, colorful dress (a birthday gift from a favorite sister), out to breakfast with Alex, and to the dog park, laying around in bed reading and fuddling around on pinterest, and then out to dinner with my dear friend, Jessica. It was amazing to just take a day for myself and relax.

The weather has been wonderfully warm and I saw so glad to break this dress out of my closet and pop some sandals on. Nothing like a little sunshine, sushi, and snuggles to get me back in the creative mode!

Dress: Derek Heart, gift from Maija | Sweater: Seven gate via Ambiance SF | Belt: Self made

Shoes: DV Dolce Vita via Marshall's | Necklace: Maya Brenner | Bag: Vintage Coach

Day 203 -- Spring Has Sprung

When: Friday, March 22nd, 2013

Where: Studio

Ah, spring. Since, you're officially here, I'm going to take this opportunity to wear florals and pinks! While it doesn't quite feel like spring at the moment -- it's actually pretty hot! -- I'm into wearing light layers, shorter hem lines, bare legs, and pastels.

I've worn this dress a couple times before, but I've always tied the sash to the back. This time I switched it up to make it look more like a belt, and it might be subtle, but I think it really changes the silhouette of the dress, and makes my waist look smaller. I love belts because they really define my shape and I think they are so flattering!

Sweater: Staring at Stars via Urban Outfitters | Dress: Reformed via Urban Outfitters

Shoes: Steve Madden via Marshall's | Necklace: Ambiance SF

Sunglasses: Raybans via Rue La La

Day 202 -- Easy Peasy

When:  Thursday, March 21st, 2013

Where: Studio

More often than not, clocking in a long day in my studio means wearing a simple and easy outfit. This black skirt is my absolute go-to when I need something quick and I want to be comfortable. I've worn and washed it so many times that it's starting to go a bit grey, but I can't part with it (at least not this year).

I layered this interesting organza and heather grey tank over the top, and a string of long pearls completes the look. I'll be the first to admit that this outfit it boring, but if you want to know what works best for me while sitting behind a sewing machine, computer, or cutting table, this is it.

Tank: Urban Outfitters | Skirt: Forever 21 | Pearls: Little stand in Italy

Shoes: Deena and Ozzy via Urban Outfitters | Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs, gift from Alex