Day 356 -- Cyclist

When: Wednesday, August 21st, 2013

Where: Studio, Work at Trinkets

This is me the day after working a shoot until 2 am, not feeling well, and still trying to pull myself together to go to work.

 This is the best I could come up with: a knotted bicycle printed tee and a stretch knit pencil skirt. At least I matched my shoes to my top.

Tee and Shoes: Urban Outfitters | Skirt: Ellen Tracy | Watch: MARC by Marc Jacobs

Necklace: Maya Brenner | Earrings: Alexis Bittar | Ring: Soto Sherman Oaks

Day 355 -- Work Out

When:  Tuesday, August 20th, 2013

Where: Studio with Alex

Another day shooting for Alex, another dark outfit. You'd think it'd be easy for me to find tons of tres chic all black outfits in my closet, and I probably could, but the key to these shooting outfits in comfort. I found myself squatting sideways next to a drumset as well as crawling on the floor more than once in this outfit. When I shoot, I need to know for certain that I would be giving anyone a free show or splitting my pants in the process.

These dark wash jeans have proved to be a go-to for me when it comes to comfort and function. They are so stretchy that I could probably work out in them... Which coincidentally is exactly what it feels like to work in the studio for 12 hours straight.

Top: Gap | Jeans: Rich and Skinny via Marshall's | Shoes: Sam Edelman via Crossroads

Watch: MARC by Marc Jacobs | Necklace: Maya Brenner | Earrings: Alexis Bittar

Day 354 -- I've Got the Blues

When: Monday, August 19th, 2013

Where: Selvedge Yard in Berkeley, Dinner in Santa Cruz

Well, the weekend came and went, and it was time to head back to LA. As a last Bay Area hurrah, we headed up the Berkeley to visit Alex's favorite architectural selvedge yard. If and when we build or remodel our first home, we want to hit up this place and stock up on ornate doors, vintage sinks, retro stoves, and reclaimed wood. Can't wait!

On our way out of town, we stopped by the beach to grab some Hawaiian food and amazing ice cream, with my bestie and twinzie, Brett. In true twin form, we both wore blue! Check her out killin' it in this lace dress! And that streak of pink in her hair? To dye for! (haha)

Dress: Gap, gift from FMIL | Belt: Target | Jacket: Beulah via Principessa Venice

Shoes: Keds | Necklace: Maya Brenner | Earrings: Alexis Bittar | Ring: Soto Sherman Oaks

Day 353 -- Taco Party

When: Sunday, August 18th, 2013

Where: Mom's garden for a taco truck party!

Oops! This is the only picture I snapped of my outfit. I guess I was just having too much fun eating tacos and drinking wine!

My mom treated me to a little shopping spree this morning, and she insisted that I get this dress. She knows me well enough to know that I would flip over this polar bear dress. And flip I did! Thanks mom!

Dress: Maeve via Anthropologie, gift from Mom | Belt: Borrowed from Mom, J Crew

Shoes: Via Spiga | Necklace: Also a gift from Mom!

Day 352 -- Road Tripping

When: Saturday, August 17th, 2013

Where: Road tripping up the California coast

Whenever I travel, I try to dress as comfortably as I can. Now, I know what you're thinking -- those heels are crazy! And yes, they are. For most of the drive, I was barefoot with a dog in my lap. I really wanted to pack these shoes for my mom's upcoming garden party, but they didn't fit in my weekend bag, so I just wore them! Problem solved.

I've been wearing this polka dot dress a lot this summer, so I wanted to find a way to style it differently. I thought wearing a pencil skirt underneath would give the dress a sort of peplum effect. It also lengthened the hem line enough to make it appropriate for those fill-up breaks at those pesky truck stops. 

Dress: Forever 21 | Skirt: H&M | Shoes: Via Spiga via Marshall's

Day 351 -- Mainstay

When: Friday, August 16th, 2013

Where: Meeting at Mimi and Hy, Working at Trinkets, and Shooting at Vitellos, part 2

When I know I have a busy day coming up, I always try to dress as comfortably as possible. I knew I was going to have to jump from a meeting, to a shift in the gift shop, on to working as a second shooter for Alex in a dark night club... which usually means dark clothing.

This summer, maxi skirts and sheer fabrics have been my mainstay. On days when I don't feel like shaving my legs (or my underarms for that matter), an outfit like this can work wonders! This would be a great look to transition into fall, but the lightweight fabrics work perfectly for these super stifling summer days!

Blouse: Forever 21 | Skirt: Urban Outfitters | Shoes: Topshop

Day 350 -- Queen Bee

When: Thursday, August 15th, 2013

Where: Filming Jazz at Vitellos

So what, I'm working as a shooter and I'm not wearing black? Alex said it was okay! Plus, I was trying to look like a royal for the Coast to Coast Challenge. See the royal blue and queen bee inspiration?

I used to wear this blue lace dress all the time when I worked at Alexis Bittar. After a few washes, it has definitely shrunk a bit, but there will be no replacing it until next January! Still, it's a reliable piece and I love wearing it!

Dress: Coincidence and Change via Urban Outfitters | Shoes: Madden Girl via Marshall's

Bag: Kate Spade | Belt: ASOS | Earrings: Target | Sunglasses: Rayban