currently craving: backpacks

yes, you may think that backpacks seem extremely juvenile. we all had one in elementary school. you were a really luck one if you had one of these:

or one of these

but, now that we are older, we need something a little more versatile, stylish, and not so juvenile.

here are some of my favorite that are available now:

gucci

the row

anthropologie

sophia webster

nasty gal

madewell

rebecca minkoff

elizabeth and james

tory burch

frye

what is business casual?

We have all encountered the conundrum that is business casual.  We all know of the relative essence of what it is, but it is hard to actually define it. Here, I will explain the in's and out's; what to wear, what not to wear.  Hopefully, this will help you when you do meet the challenge of dressing business casual.

The Top Ten Rules:

1. No jeans

2. Dress transitionally - easily able to go from day to night with the change of a few accessories

3. Choose classic, quality pieces

4. Layer! Layer! Layer!

5. Avoid shirts that show your back and shoulders

6. If your clothes look worn or washed too often - get rid of them.

7. Shoes should have a closed toe and have a back. Sandals can be ok in the warmer weather - stick to wedges and nice leather ones. Avoid ones that are bedazzled!

8. Steer clear of trendy jewelry, and wearing too much.  Choose pieces that tie the outfit together.

9. Bags that are roomy enough to carry all of your belongings for both life and work. Carry a clutch inside for easy transition to night.

10. Manicures should not be neon or glittery in color. Choose colors that are neutral - nude, red, pink, burgundy, black, grey, etc.). Avoid nail art.

Outfit With A Skirt

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be careful with chambrays. look for ones that are well made and tailored, and are free of holes and deliberate wear.

Outfit With A Dress

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Outfit With Pants

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an unexpected surprise

i'm always on the hunt for pieces with unexpected twists.

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surprise - it's shorts!
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this necklace's clasp is a magnet! easy application and removal!
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this may look like athletic shorts, but it's a silk skirt. it bring a hint of casual to any outfit
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this peter pan collar shirt is actually a halter top
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this nail turned bracelet brings a bit of edge to your arm party
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this nail art is stickers!
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the hair bands double as sparkly bracelets
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turn heads in this scalloped cut out back
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again, surprise! - it's shorts!

my summer uniform

with summer just around the corner, it's time to think about my summer uniform. i'm thinking comfy basics in neutrals, distressed denim, pops of color and pattern, breezy layers, flowy dresses, structured hats, and fab sandals.

comfy basics in neutrals



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distressed denim

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pops of color and pattern

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link for homemade turban

breezy layers

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flowy dresses



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structured hats

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fab sandals

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palm print trend

If you know me, you know my love of prints. One of my favorites prints lately has been the palm print. It's everywhere!

It'll make any outfit more summery and California cool.

madewell

piperlime

dillards

levis

madewell

revolve clothing

express

net a porter



nordstrom