Walking Tall.

I honestly don't have too much to say about this look, other than after wearing this flower cuff, I wish I wore it more often. It's fun and girly, but because of it's structure also makes me feel powerful and strong. I will say this though, this past week Southern California has been undergoing a heat wave, not to mention earthquakes, and after going home for lunch midday, I realized it was too hot and too much effort to wear platform heels all day. If I still lived in Ohio, I don't think I would wear heels hardly at all over the summer, too much work. 

Walking Tall.

Express Metallic Sweater: similar, H&M Shift Dress: similar, Nine West Platform Sandals: here, RayBan Wayfarers, 

Loft Flower Cuff: semi-similar, Mango Bead Necklace

Garden Party.

I've been wanting to for a while, but yesterday afternoon I finally got around to starting a small 'garden.' Our landlord/previous tenant had five flower boxes outside on our 2nd balcony, filled with weeds and junk. I finally cleaned them out and added fresh soil. I also started some seedlings for forget-me-nots, sunflowers, pumpkins and basil. And, filled one box with seed bombs of wildflowers. It is still a work in progress, but the thought of growing beautiful things, inspired me to wear this beautiful, watercolor, floral skirt. Instead of aging myself 15 years I kept the look youthful by pairing it with a fun graphic tee, and cuffing my blazer sleeves. I'm excited about my new hobby, and can't wait til things begin to bloom!

Garden Party.

Express Knit Blazer: Similar, WWF Panda Tee: here, Loft Watercolor Skirt: similar, Calvin Klein Pumps, Loft Beaded Necklace: similar, Deux Lux for American Eagle Satchel: similar, American Eagle Shades: here 

I've decided for the time being it's not necessary for me to tell you the prices of everything; I don't intend on buying anything new for a while, and will continue to repeat things I've already worn. It should be known that I will continue to be budget friendly, but I think it's much more beneficial for me to help you find similar pieces to recreate looks, than for you to know where I found some bargain, that you'll never be able to track down. Let's be stylish together!