We’re gearing up for Fouth of July with my cousin in Laguna Beach and I not short on outfits. I quickly discovered after I did my weekly donation pile, that so many of my favorite outfits include red, white, and blue. Mt littlest joined in on the fun with his gingham shirt, cutoffs and saltwater sandals.
Happy almost fourth of July!
More Fourth of July Inspo!
corset top ANTHROPOLOGIE :: jeans NSF at BARNEYS NYC I also like this crop flare version HERE :: heels MODE COLLECTIVE and SIMILAR ::
Three things I love about this top: its linen, oversize and has a corset. I got so many compliments while wearing it for date night I had to share with you. Not to mention, I paired if with black jeans that look great with summer tops. Here are some of my faves:
Because date night is sometimes short as in we only have time for coffee and dessert, I included two dinner places and two coffee shops we love here in LA.
4 Places You Won’t Wanna Miss in LA
Republique – great ambiance, lovely tile floor and yummy brussels sprouts.
Civil Coffee – yummy almond milk mochas in a marble and brass filed haven.
Winsome – hip diner, yummy everything.
Eightfold Coffee – minimalist design, friendly staff, and great matcha green tea.
blazer MISHA COLLECTION and SIMILAR :: white pants SIMILAR or HERE :: clutch bag HAMMITT :: sunnies CHLOÈ
I’m loving all things blazer and this one is no exception. I paired this one shoulder blazer with white pants for a fresh take on a nautical look. I also was happy to find Summers are for blazers, who knew? How to wear them? Here are three short ideas.
More White Pants Here:
Pair a blazer with cutoffs, over a maxi dress (for shape) or cropped jeans.
This Memorial Day weekend couldn’t have come at a better time. We need an extra day to prepare for our upcoming road trip to Chicago. Think lots of kids outfits in ziploc bags, trail mix, and piles everywhere. Did I mention piles? Funny enough, we ditched the to-do list and headed to Manhattan Beach and pool party with our church. It was definitely fun filled and they didn’t want it to end. Shop my Summer uniform lately, white shirts, cutoffs and a baseball cap. What’s your Summer uniform?
6 Cute Denim Cutoffs
cutoffs FRAME similar $32 version :: button up shirt ANN TAYLOR :: cap Chicago Cubs :: heels MATT BERNSON
This weekend we are off to Santa Monica, and if the kids have anything to do with it, we will stop by the beach. I’m keeping it simple with a cotton dress, sneakers (or cute sandals in blush velvet) and my trusty hat. I’ love that this dress is under $50 so the inevitable spills don’t stress me out. Back to breakfast with my crew, shop more dress finds below. I hope you have a lovely weekend!
hat BP NORDSTROM bag Nat et Nin :: dress TOPSHOP :: Under $20 Maxi :: sneakers KENNETH COLE (matching mini pair HERE)
More weekend dresses:
I recently spent the day with Locale Magazine sharing some of my favorite Manhattan Beach places to stay, eat and shop! It was a fun non-stop day – think lots of outfit changes, and walking from shop to cafe. Thankfully, everything is so close and so quaint! I just love MB, friendly people, great shops and did I mention awesome views? Go get yourself a copy of the new issue – out now! Or see it digitally HERE.
floral dress PALOMA BLUE similar :: gingham dress GRIGH GOODS similar and similar :: Over the Knee boots STUART WEITZMAN :: pink dress TULAROSA :: photography Diane Lombardi :: Hair and Makeup Lexi Klayla
I’m always on the lookout for great basics for less, and Express is killing it in the basics department. I’m not only a proud owner of this awesome stripe button up, but I also found some classic ripped jeans and gray frayed jeans as well. But I think the big find of the night was their jersey pant. Folks, write this down. They have the cozy feel of yoga pants but manage to look board meeting ready with flats or heels. I paired it with a simple black tank (it’s been hot here) and flats. I like that it’s a functional outfit that goes well with a blazer (for dressier occasions), or jean jacket for (the farmers market), or yes, just a tank for running errands in hot weather. Viola, ready in minutes and an outfit under $100. Also follow me on Pinterest to see more favorites from Express.
jersey pants :: tank similar and this one under $20 :: flats similar:: leather jacket similar ::
Women’s jeans are 40% off today: below are my faves
Thank you Express for partnering on this post!
off the shoulder top :: jeans (fit tts) :: burgundy leather jacket similar :: mules :: aviator glasses similar :: lip Stila in beso :: sunnies :: bag
One of the fun things about moving from LA from Chicago is everything is new and we are always discovering something new here in LA! We like to support small businesses, so it was fun to stumble upon some unique cafés that make LA so unique. Just don’t forget to bring your laptop, a magazine and order a double espresso. A good café is worth savoring.
Here are my top 4:
1. Mr Holmes Bakehouse 111 S Ave 59, Los Angeles, CA 90042
2. Café Birdie 5631 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
3. Civil Coffee 5629 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
4. Kitchen Mouse 5904 N Figueroa, LA
not a café but fun to browse: Sunbeam Vintage located at 106 S Avenue 58, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Photo’s taken on location at Civil Coffee, by Tasha
Gingham is not just for picnics. It’s a fun-loving easy-to style print that I love with jeans, white pants or skirts. For example, I’ve had this beautiful gingham wrap dress in my closet forever but it was too short on me, but then in dawned on me, I could pair a fluted navy skirt underneath. Midnight styling sessions while the kids sleep really is paying off. However, the 7am alarm clock is a rude awakening. Thankfully, my in-laws arrive next week. Think lots of new fresh content and date nights. Can you tell I’m excited? See here and here how I styled gingham and shop my top 6 picks below.
gingham dress and this $38 version :: fluted skirt :: white heels similar :: Senreve bag :: photo’s by Tasha :: white bag ::
More gingham picks:
You probably already know, I collect denim. I’m pretty picky about the wash and fit, but I found a couple faves, some of which are under $100! Don’t forget to size up since they arrive pretty stiff. I’m definitely bringing a couple pairs to Mexico with Reid and I, as I love how they look with ruffles and going out tops. A good pair of jeans is like a good friend, bring them everywhere, and treat them well. See more denim faves I update daily on my shop page.
Outfit Deets:
heels :: top similar (tts) and this one under $40 :: jeans similar (go up a size) these are under $100:: sunnies :: Photo’s by Tasha
5 jeans I’m loving lately:
Also 4 denim shorts (and a skirt)
