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Smiley

Yay my musical smiley face top from Joyrich finally came in the mail and I'm totally in love with it! I found out yesterday that the owner is not much older than I am... makes me feel like I really gotta step up my game in life! haha. I wore this to a mini get together with some of my favorite people before I say adieu to to the good ole USA for the next three months! Ahhh I'm getting so anxious for Europe!

Joyrich Musical Smiley Blouse from ASOS / Ombre Shorts from Iron Fist Clothing / Fringe Bag from Akira Chicago / Studded Flats from ASOS

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Holy Fringe!

I don't think I realized how obsessed I'd be with my Madrid Wool Hat from Nasty Gal. I feel like I could pull of my pajamas as long as I have this hat on. Oh but I don't want it to outshine these amazing shorts--YES that's chain fringe, and it's wonderful! (and maybe a little too fun to play with...) I know you're thinking it must have cost me a fortune, but the most delightful thing is, I got them for free at the Iron Fist Sample sale while volunteering! Ahhhhh! And don't clothes feel so much better when you haven't paid a penny for it? I can't thank Michelle enough for letting me volunteer! <3 The sequined-cross blouse I snagged during Cyber Monday on Nasty Gal, which is the best day invented since Christmas. Ah, deals!

Madrid Wool Hat from Nasty Gal / Holy Sequin Blouse from Nasty Gal / Chain Fringe Leopard Shorts from Iron Fist Clothing / Studded Flats from ASOS

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Muppet of a (Wo)man

A few weeks ago I volunteered at an Iron Fist Clothing sample sale and it was simply amazing!! Perhaps I'm just behind on the times, but I hadn't heard of Iron First before this... afterward I was in love. Everything at the sample sale was $10 and under!! But the greatest thing? As a volunteer I got $100 in free merchandise, so that meant at least 10 amazing items! One of which was this amazing fur coat. I know some of you hate it, and in fact my boyfriend says it reminds him of a muppet... but I'm in love with it! It's like one of those pieces you wouldn't initially think to buy but seeing it on someone cool like Gwen Stefani would make you think otherwise. I'm no Gwen Stefani, not even close, but I can aspire to be her, right? Should've put on a Bindi.

Teal Fur Coat from Iron Fist Clothing / Black Bustier from Nasty Gal / Pink and Orange Skirt from SYLK / Fringe Bag from Akira Chicago / Wedges from Urban Outfitters

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In Another Life

Happy belated Thanksgiving to all you Americans! I just got back from a lovely vacation up in Sacramento with my boyfriend's family (they are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G btw). It's been a crazy break though, with a career change, my future plans have changed dramatically! In the greatest way imaginable though... Starting in January my boyfriend and I are fulfilling our dream to travel for awhile. 3 Months in Europe, starting with my dream destination, Ireland! Ohhhh I can't wait! I've gotta figure out my blog entries though because I would hate to have a long hiatus. Perhaps I can blog about my travels if everyone is interested? =)  Anyway, this outfit was pretty hastily put together at the last minute. Really, I'm just excited to wear this hat. I feel like in another life I was Zorro in this hat, haha. Which, by the way, I've met Antonio Banderes and can confidently say he is just as rad as you think he is.

Black Madrid Hat from Nasty Gal / Floral Jumper from American Apparel / Floral Trousers from Goodwill / Same Edelman Bootie from 6pm / Black Fringe Bag from Akira Chicago

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Back to the Start

There was a spike in temperature in LA yesterday, 81 degrees! Not horrible but enough to put on some shorts with a sweater for just-in-case. It's been awhile since I've worn this beautiful knit cardigan. I love the mix of colors in it and I wish I had more items that were the colors of each of the flowers! The key to coordinating with such a colorful piece is making sure you reiterate the colors in it. In this case, I've got my lavender shorts, turquoise hair scarf, and orange JC Heels. If you look at each item individually, it's interesting how your eye is drawn back to that same color back in the cardigan. O__O

Floral Knit Cardigan from ASOS / Light Pink Crop Tank Top & Turquoise Hair Scarf from American Apparel / Lavender MinkPink Shorts from Nasty Gal / Orange Jeffrey Campbell Heels from Wasteland

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The Oxblood Trend

Oxblood is the color of the season! The color is deep and rich, making any oxblood wardrobe an elegant and sexy one ;) I have yet to build up my oxblood collection but I'm itching to do so!

1. Dorothy Perkins Oxblood Faux Fur Stole

2. RGB Nail Color, Oxblood

3. Sequin Peplum Dress

4. Topshop Oxblood Cross Stitch Hat

5. Oxblood Lace Print Flare Dress

6. Prairie2 Croc Western Boots

7. BP Faux Fur Collar Coat

8. Cambridge Oxblood Patent Satchel

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The Amazing Chocolatier

Can you guess what the title of this outfit refers to? Willy Wonka of course! The colors remind me of him--bright and wacky! I took a vintage sweater that had all these great colors, and I could've paired it with with a simple pair of pants... but adding the extra pink chiffon blouse really made the look interesting! Is it jarring? Perhaps. But I think it works!

Just two photos of me without glasses... I get self-conscious without my glasses on so you don't really see this too often! haha

Vintage Plaid Sweater from Thrifted & Modern / Pink Chiffon Blouse, Grey Trousers, Green Belt from American Apparel/ Sam Edelman Boots from 6pm / Messenger Bag from Urban Outfitters

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Silky Smooth

This French Connection button-up is so silky smooth, which makes it the best work shirt! Both comfortable and work-appropriate. I kept my outfit pretty simple today since I didn't know if I could get a photo of it. I have to test out new photography times & methods since daylight savings has completely screwed up my usually outfit-photographing sessions! Usually my boyfriend would help me take them after work but now it's pitch black when I get home so I gotta wake up extra early and struggle to do a self-portrait! eesh! Hopefully I'll get the hang of it...

Floral Silk French Connection Blouse from ASOS / High-Waisted Pants & Belt from American Apparel / Black Heels from Choies / Fringe Bag from Akira Chicago