Romp Around

September 5, 2016 Kelly Donohue

Santa Monica, CA

Who doesn't love a good staycation? Affordable, easy to plan and often spontaneous, these quick getaways have lead to some of my best adventures. And in California, you don't have to drive too far to change up your scenery. Every town, every neighborhood, really, has it's own unique personality and charms. It's one of the many reasons why I love living here. So while I don't get around to doing them nearly as much as I'd like, I make an effort to force my friends to do them with me at least a couple of times a year.

A few weeks ago, some pals and I rented a bungalow on the beach for the weekend in Santa Monica. We woke up, swam in the ocean and tried out a few restaurants we'd never been to along Ocean Avenue. The place that we stayed at was only minutes from my apartment, but I felt worlds away! Oh how a quick change of scenery can really recharge your soul.

I wore this MakeMeChic romper to dinner and then also as a breezy beach coverup (I packed light!). So versatile and chic, I love the pretty blue pattern and tassels. Undeniably great for summer, the flowy long sleeves also make it a perfect transitional piece for fall!

Romper: c/o MakeMeChic

Bangles: c/o Charming Charlie

Wedges: Nordstrom (similar)

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Photos By: Joe Yu

Long Weekend Love

September 2, 2016 Kelly Donohue

Venice, CA

Happy Labor Day Weekend everyone!

While I don’t necessarily love the idea that Labor Day signifies the end of summer, I can't deny that the long weekend festivities that coincide with this holiday are pretty great. And this year, I've decided to follow the LA trend and head out of the city for a mini vacay of sorts. Back on the east coast with family and friends, we're hitting the refresh button with an agenda that consists of: relaxing & overeating. So far, it's been pretty wonderful.

I am such a big fan of this floral off-the-shoulder dress from Forever 21 . These photos were snapped on the way to my pal's BBQ dinner the other night but really, it's been my go-to for all events lately. The colors are rich and the flowy design is ultra-flattering on all body types. It's great for a brunch date or daytime gathering but also, if you throw on a pair of wedges (and a jean jacket) like I did here-- it works well for casual dinner too.

Floral Dress: Forever 21

Black Wedges: Urban Outfitters (similar)

Bracelets: Charming Charlie

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Photos By: Joe Yu

Soak Up the Summer

August 30, 2016 Kelly Donohue

Santa Monica, CA

Summer may be coming to a close, but the water’s still warm, which means there’s a little more time to don all your favorite swimsuits. But if you’re like me, and you’ve been wearing the same rotation all season, it may be time for a little last-minute refresh. To mix things up, I grabbed this classic one-piece from Victoria’s Secret. With sales up to 70% off—this deal is just too good to miss out on. Check out the entire SALE right here and end the season strong.