Denim and Stripes

Hello, all! I am super excited to finally post this outfit that I put together a few months ago. Isn't this skirt to die for?! I picked it up from a little boutique in downtown Willow Glen in San Jose called Ibiss. They have a similar one right now that they just put back in stock (I think it's called the Cupcake skirt). I didn't want to go the traditional route with this skirt--I thought a denim shirt was unexpected, and almost brought a farmhouse look to the whole ensemble. In order to still maintain some chicness and femininity, I added these cute wedges from BC footwear. And finally, to add a splash of color, my favorite coral statement necklace. You'll feel ultra-stylish in this look, but still casual enough to have a lot of fun!

Petals:

Forever 21 necklace (similar on website)

Ibiss skirt (available in stores, call 408-295-8200)

BC Footwear wedges

Concrete: 

Mossimo shirt (similar on website)

Michael Kors watch

Festival Wear: Green with Envy

 There's nothing I love more than a good deal, and this skirt was definitely a steal! I got it for $7.80 at Forever 21, and now it's even cheaper on their website. I actually originally wore a headband rather than a hat to the festival, but then that broke so I sought out another accessory. The hat actually worked better in my humble opinion. The maroon color helps pick up the colors in the floral print. I paired it with a vintage leather purse I got at an antique fair. I love its chain; it almost makes me feel like I'm wearing another piece of jewelry. Though I chose to wear combat books with this outfit, you could easily switch up the shoes if you want to keep it more girly. I could see some beige wedges, flats, or even casual sandals still being very cute. 

Petals:

Forever 21 skirt

Forever 21 bustier (similar on website)

Vintage Purse

Nordstrom hat (no longer available, similar at American Apparel) 

Concrete: 

Journeys combat boots

Festival Wear: K'mon and Have Some Fun!

I absolutely loved wearing this Kimono to the festival. It looks so simple and versatile from the front, but its back has such pretty colors that really do demand a double-take. The design almost reminds me of a back tattoo, and it feels a little edgy because of this. The other pieces are fairly simple--a flirty bustier with cute little eyelet details, and some high-waisted cut-off shorts (pretty much staples at any festival). I added the turquoise necklace so that there's some color in the front; I chose a whimsical color in keeping with the others. And because they are the smartest type of footwear you can have at a festival, combat boots were the final touch. 

(P.S. that last photo is of me in this outfit and my super stylish friend enjoying my favorite band, Rudimental! I was so hot from dancing and jamming out that I had to take off the kimono, hehe.) 

Petals: 

Forever 21 kimono (mine was purchased a couple years ago, similar on website)

Forever 21 eyelet bustier (similar on website)

Forever 21 necklace (similar on website)

Concrete: 

PacSun high-waisted shorts

Journeys boots

Packs a Scallop!

Hopefully, you read my title and got my joke. Wallop...scallop. Never mind. Anyway, I love scalloped shorts because they offer variety to a closet full of denim cutoffs, even though I love those, too. But back to these shorts. Not only do they have the scalloped cut that I absolutely adore, but they're ombre! Can you say double threat? As soon as I saw them, I knew I had to buy them. I decided to pair them with a top that was something other than beige because I wanted to play with the great colors they had, so I went with this blush color. The blouse has a nice sheen to it that creates contrast in texture, and the color isn't so bright that it overshadows the shorts (whom are really the stars of this outfit). I also think it's okay to be matchy-matchy once in a while, so I paired it with a mixed-media necklace that also had a couple shades of blue in it. I paired it with simple, classy neutral pumps. This outfit is already subtly sexy--no need to overdo it. And finally, a nice brass-, er, metal-knuckled clutch adorned with skulls and all, just to keep things from being too girly. This outfit is great for a summer night.

Petals: 

H&M blouse, Forever 21 shorts, Forever 21 necklace, Urban Outfitters heels

Concrete:

Love Culture clutch, Michael Kors watch