Monday, June 15, 2015

Brunchin' is a Habit

Hello loves! I apologize for the momentary lapse in posts. One word: finals. Today, we are back on schedule with a post about a few of my favorite things; fashion and brunch. Oh, how does it get better..

This Sunday I went to a restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles called Perch. I opted for one of my newest pickups, which is this light grey trench coat. This coat is on the shorter side (for a trench coats) so it is perfect for the warmer months. I paired it with a simple black tank and jean shorts for an unexpected twist with the coat to keep it on the casual side. I went with gold jewelry because I wanted it to match the hardwear on my bag and heels.

Adding a trench coat to any outfit automatically spices up your look to make it look like it took longer to get ready than it really did. Especially in the summer months where layering can be tricky! Your favorite shorts and a simple tank will go perfectly with any trench or over-sized blazer.

The Deets:

Coat: Forever 21

Tank: Nordstrom

Shorts: American Eagle

Heels: Kohls

Bag: Just Fab

Watch and ring: Marc by Marc Jacobs

If you are in the Los Angeles area I would definitly recommend Perch! Super cool location with a great view. I got the "Three Egg Omlet" and it was delish. This place is the perfect spot to go on a date or just out with the girls. And of course, brunch is not brunch without a photo opt of some sort.

Hope you all enjoyed!

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xoxo Ash

Sunday, May 17, 2015

Denim Diaries

Hello loves! I've been loving oversized denim jackets lately so I figured I'd show you guys one way I style mine. I paired my denim jacket with leather pants to edge it up a bit and a plain oversized white top. I kept it simple with black leather booties. I love this outfit because it is super comfortable but still chic with enough edge to make it look like it took way longer to get ready than it really did. Oversized denim is such a transitional piece, definitely a must have!

Denim jacket & gold choker necklace: Guess

Top: Brandy Melville

Pants: Nordstrom

Booties: Express

Bag: Steve Madden

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Tuesday, May 5, 2015

What the Fringe?!

That’s right. Fringe is back for this spring season. And in full force might I add. I’m obsessed with this trend! You may be thinking “How in the heck am I going to wear…fringe?!” Well…all your problems are solved! Here are a few quick tips and tricks to easily work this trend into your wardrobe. Be the first of your friends to sport fringe this spring.

First and foremost, you can rock fringe for a casual shopping day with the girls like Kendall Jenner did or add a dressier touch like Olivia Palermo for a lunch date with a special someone.

Keep it minimalistic. Allow one statement fringe piece to speak for itself by pairing it with a monochromatic outfit or a simple staple like jeans or a solid pencil skirt.
Here is one way I am rocking fringe this spring! I kept it monochromatic with an all black look. I went dressier with this look, perfect for dinner with the girls.

Skirt: Forever 21

Heels: Just Fab

Top: Urban Outfitters

Blazer: H&M

Purse: Kate Spade

Here are a few splurge pieces that will amp up any outfit this spring. Rock the army green jacket with shorts and booties for an effortless chic look or if you’re a little weary and want to ease your way into fringe try accessorizing with any fringe shoe or cross-body bag!

Get them here:

Army Jacket
Brown Gladiators
Romper
Red Heels
Necklace
Leather Shorts
Grey Heels
Black Slip on Heels
White Sandals
Suade Skirt
Gold YSL Bag

Hope you all enjoyed!

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Friday, April 24, 2015

Diaries of the Traveling Trench Coat

Hello loves! Trench coats have always been a necessary staple item in a woman's wardrobe but, this past fall & winter they were especially trending. With the bipolar weather that comes along with spring you don't have to retire that trench just yet. Here is a classic example of how your favorite trench can travel with you through the early spring months! Which is also perfect because if you are cold you can button it up then, when it gets warmer later in the day let it flow behind you as you walk for a cooler outfit. Tip: I always opt for a heeled ankle bootie to balance out the contrast of the shorts and trench coat.

Top: Brandy Melville

Trench coat & bag: Forever 21

Shorts: American Eagle

Booties: LC by Lauren Conrad

Watch: Fossil

Hope you all enjoyed! Happy Friday ;)

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Friday, April 10, 2015

Spring Affair

Hello Loves! First and foremost, happy Friday! I hope you all had a kick ass week. Now, lets get to business...

I have been on a hat craze lately which is very unusual for me but I've been loving them! I paired this grey one from Forever 21 with a simple button down blouse. This top is lightweight and has a lot of movement, which is perfect for the warmer months approaching in spring. I love the casual yet cool vibe of this outfit with the hat and ripped jeans. It's perfect for a casual lunch date with the girls or a special someone.

The Deets

Hat & top: Forever 21

Pants: American Eagle

Shoes: Target

Bag: Kohls

Lip color: Rouge by Makeup Forever

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xoxo Ash

Friday, March 27, 2015

Conquering

Hello loves! I am happy to announce that I conquered the most INSANE finals week of my entire life. Spring break! *cue James Franco voice* I’m on to my second year at The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. Over the past 10 crazy months I’ve fallen even more in love with the fashion industry, which I never thought could be possible. And I found a new love: the beautiful city of angels, Los Angeles. Moving across the country was the best choice I could’ve ever made. I highly encourage anyone to get out of his or her comfort zone and move. Whether it’s across the country, a different country or just a state away. It is one of the most freeing and exhilarating experiences.

Now off of that side note…I have been loving classic button downs lately. They can be styled so many different ways. That inspired today’s post! Today, I rocked this classic staple with edgy elements, like a deep violet lip color and my button down half way tucked in.

Button down & necklace: Forever 21

Jeans: Guess

Booties: Target

Watch: Fossil
Bangles & clutch: H&M
Lip Color: Va Va Violet by Revlon

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xoxo Ash

Friday, March 6, 2015

Finally Friday

Hello loves! Happy Friday! Hope you all had a happy and productive week.

I absolutely love this look for today's post. Perfect for running around errands on a friday and grabbing lunch or coffee with a friend (Urth Cafe anyone?!) I rarely ever wear denim shorts but I love how they are styled with an over-sized sweater and these thigh highs for a cool yet casual look. Very effortless, which is why it is perfect for days when you want to be stylish but you have 34027 things on your to do list and still want to be comfortable running around.