Falling for Florals

June 5, 2015 Kelly Donohue

June 5, 2015

Los Angeles, CA

I have to credit a coworker friend of mine for turning me on to this floral-print coat. Undeniably the most stylish lady in the office, she sported her own pink-colored version for the first time a couple of months ago. I fall easily for flowery designs and so I welcomed the idea of switching out my basic blazers for this bright, beautiful option. With zesty yellow and navy shades, this number from Ruche is the perfect way to transition from spring to summer. Oh and the three-quarter length sleeves are great for keeping warm in an air-conditioned work space!

I kept the rest of the ensemble muted and ladylike with nude ankle-strap pumps and gray-wash skinnies. It's flirty, fun and perfect for a cooler summer day!
Oh and the best part? This coat is on sale right now.

Floral Jacket: Ruche (ON SALE NOW!)

BDG Skinnies: Urban Outfitters (a darker wash)

Nude Ankle Strap Pumps: Forever 21

Rings: Charming Charlie

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Photos By: Danny Fung

Pixie Pants

June 2, 2015 Kelly Donohue

June 2, 2015

Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Never one to shy away from a polka dot print, I saw these adorable pixie pants from Old Navy the other day and I knew I had to snag them. With a stretchy design, they offer a figure-flattering silhouette and the classic black and white color combo goes with just about anything! Cut at the ankle, these pants are the perfect length for pairing with peep-toe booties, wedges and flats. Today I went for a feminine look and teamed them with a flirty ruffled tank from Marshalls and strappy wedges from Ruche. A fun and perky ensemble, I couldn’t help but walk with a little extra bounce in my step. And that’s something I always welcome.

Pixie Pants: Old Navy
Ruffled White Tank: Found at Marshalls but similar here: Revolve
Strappy Wedges: Ruche
Floral Statement Necklace: Charming Charlie (similar)

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Cropped

May 20, 2015 Kelly Donohue

May 21, 2015

Baldwin Hills Lookout, CA

Comfy, stylish and perfectly professional-- trouser pants really have it all! They’re undeniably feminine and about as classic as the beloved Annie Hall. While it wasn’t exactly easy for me to make the transition from my go-to skinnies to the newer, silkier cuts that have made their way onto the scene, I feel like I’ve finally figured out how to make them my own.

These high-waisted maroon trousers are from Forever 21’s Contemporary line. They’re silky soft and pleated, which makes for a really flattering silhouette. I paired them with a flowy lilac top because I think the colors balance really nicely. What I love most about these pants, however, is the cropped ankles. It really shows off a great pair of shoes and helps to elongate your legs. With that in mind, I chose to wear these stunning new Coach sandals. They are a great ivory color so they pair well with just about everything.

I love this breezy, sophisticated look for spring. How do you guys like to style your favorite pair of trousers?

This lookout is located just a few blocks from my office. It’s a great little escape that we frequent from time to time. There are baseball fields, hiking trails, dog parks and running paths but mostly we go there for the views. It’s really breathtaking and this week, I needed a refreshing break. I love this shoot because Danny, my coworker, (and incredibly talented photographer) was able to capture exactly how we were feeling. Sometimes to stay grounded, all you need is a little bit of air.