shadows and shade.

American Apparel crop top, Urban Outfitters jacket, Maxi skirt by Sway, H&M beanie, Oversized RayBan Polarized Wayfarers

After weeks and weeks of searching for the ideal mock neck crop top in the masses of the thrift stores, I finally caved and just purchased the infamous American Apparel one. It's definitely going to become one of the most heavily circulated pieces in my fall wardrobe so I'm glad I got it when I did. I love the combination of making my lower half appear longer with this fantastic sheer pleated maxi skirt that I've had since like forever. That's probably the key with styling cropped pieces, right? Making one part of your body appear shorter whilst the other gets longer. Balance is key..

At the moment the Bay Area is completely swept up in World Series fever, so in the next few days I'll be donning a more sportsmanlike attire because I have and always will be a huge Giants fan. So I'd thought it'd be nice to get this quick OOTD in, since there may not be one for awhile. GO GIANTS!

Photos by Glenn Halog.

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dog day afternoon.

Concho hat by UO, Thrifted Shirt, Cardigan by h&m, Double Zero Pleated Knit Skirt, Accessories by Sway, Brandy Melville, New York City side stall.

This Indian summer we've been experiencing has forced me to gain a real appreciation for Western wear inspired pieces. The different textures makes for easily layered pieces with the option of playing with various lengths. I don't know about you, but the idea of mixing denim cutoffs, with traditional plaid, and various cowboy esque embroidery has me all hot and bothered. Also I can't stop dreaming about wearing this hat, even though I hardly ever have the courage to. The sun has to be overbearingly bright, you see.. otherwise I get all these strange looks.

Photos by Glenn Halog.

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Simplicity on a Saturday afternoon.

Many Belles Down sheer top, Uniqlo corduroy leggings, MAC Diva lipstick

All I need for fall is to be armed with the perfect deep berry red lipstick. 

Everything else comes second in comparison.

On my own.

Lesson learned: going thrifting by oneself is both a dangerous thing and a beautiful thing. I usually get a heavy case of guilt whenever I drag anyone along to go treasure hunting with me, especially if they themselves won't be digging. Today I ventured out on my own and it was like the thrifting gods smiled down on me and said "Yes child, come forth and claim your prize..."

 

 

 

I'm always on the hunt for flannels and button-ups and this one is the most perfectly cut gingham print shirt.

 

 

Knit sweater by Gap, Vintage Levi's cutoffs, Shoes by F21, Accessories by h&m and eBay.

 



 

 

I literally ran and cut off a mother and daughter duo browsing the dress rack when I saw this little number peaking out. I mean... c'mon.

 

 

Crochet knit cardigan by F21, Jeffrey Campbell Litas, Necklace by Sway, Marc by Marc Jacobs bag.

 

 

And my crown jewel of the day goes to this magnificant 100% suede sherling jacket. I've always wanted a coat similar to the one Jenny wears in Forest Gump when they meet in Washington D.C. and I believe I have found it. Very 70's chic and oh so me.

 

 

Thrifted dress, Bag by h&m, Shoes by Sway.