A Cropped Christmas

Boston, MA

Merry Christmas Eve! I made it back to the East Coast just in time for the holiday AND for this wild winter heat wave. It’s warmer here in Boston than it was when I left Los Angeles and it honestly feels like spring is in the air. Everyone here seems to be excited about it, but I have to say, I really enjoy my yearly snow fix. And who doesn’t love a white Christmas? 

Here’s to hoping things take a turn for the cold! Until then, I’ll be dressed accordingly. I’m wearing this fun cropped turtleneck top and a vegan leather midi skirt. I love a good midi skirt this time of year and I must say, it’s pretty great that I can actually wear these pieces outside today.

Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and holiday break! I will be spending time with the ones I love most (pictured here). 

Xo

Catch ya next year! 

 

Cropped Turtleneck Sweater: Forever 21 (Similar) ON SALE

Leather Midi Skirt: Forever 21

Black Booties: Necessary Clothing (Similar)

Bracelet: Loren Hope

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Photos By: Courtney Locks

My New Normal

Abbot Kinney Blvd.

Last Sunday, my pals and I spent the afternoon eating and drinking our way through Venice. We brunched at my friend’s beachside bungalow and walked along Abbot Kinney Blvd. I am really beginning to love life on the Westside and this street, in particular, is a selling point. If you’ve never been, you should add it to your travel list. It’s home to some of the quaintest shops, coffee spots and eateries along the California coast and it also happens to be the land of interesting people. I love it.

At one point during the day, I stepped off onto a little side street to snap a few pictures with my friend. I thought it was quaint and quiet enough for picture taking. Wrong.  I definitely went a little crazy with Photoshop in this post but what is not pictured:  Christmas carolers, locals who stopped to pose with me, puppies, pugs, scruffy dogs, hipster after hipster, oh yea and there was a fight between two homeless guys that broke out behind me too. We had to stop and go hide out in a little shop for a few moments until they stopped.  If it sounds exciting and eventful, it was. 

I wore a bowtie blouse and high-waisted skinnies, which doesn’t scream Venice, but I can’t help it. It’s all I am about right now. I wear bowtie tops to breakfast lunch and dinner and nobody can stop me. If it’s got a bow around the neck, I am wearing it. Oh and this particular peach one from Forever 21 is very inexpensive, so grab one— or ten.


Bowtie Blouse: Forever 21

Jeans: H&M

Bracelet: Loren Hope

Pumps: Nordstrom

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Photos By: Courtney Locks

Sunday Style

New Hampshire

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. It seems that the moment the turkey is cooked, the trees go up and the jingle bell music starts to play. It’s all very exciting, isn’t it? And being here in New Hampshire, where the weather actually matches the season, it’s easy to swing right into the holiday spirit.

I have had a pretty relaxing weekend. Mostly, I spent time with friends and family.  I snuggled with my friend’s babies and had a few too many margaritas with my parents.  It hasn't been wild but it's been wonderful.

This outfit is brand new and insanely comfy.  I snagged most of it yesterday while shopping with my Mum and you can get all of the pieces on SALE today! The crossbody has been a go-to of mine lately. I used to always be a big bag lady, but a compact purse is essential and oh so chic.  The boyfriend plaid top is another cross-seasonal staple. Slouchy enough to tie like I have done here, it is also great for winter and summer layering.  I paired it with this soft ribbed maxi dress. I love it because it is comfortable yet flattering. It pairs great with boots, sneakers or wedges!

Be sure to take advantage of all these deals while sizes last. Links listed below!

Boyfriend Plaid Shirt: GAP (now 40% off)

Maxi Skirt: Forever 21

Crossbody Bag: J. Crew (now 30% off!)

Booties: Restricted Shoes (30% off today with code BLACK30) 

Statement Necklace: J.Crew Factory (50% off today w/code SHOPGIFTS)

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