Geometro

[Skirt: Forever 21; Shirt: Gap: Sandals: Madewell; Cuff and Necklace; Joyo; Ring: Aloha Sunday]

I know I know I know. No post in two weeks. Terribly sorry! I was a bridesmaid in a fabulous wedding, spent a week in California after that, and started a new job the day after I got back. Tough break, I know. But all that plus the whole super-busy-photographer-husband thing has led to not much time for outfit photos. 

Luckily, all the chaos has brought plenty of blogging inspiration. I have so many thoughts to share on my new job, what it looks like to express your personal style with new co-workers, and cool things like that. But in the meantime, here's some warm weather nostalgia, from our trip to San Diego and LA. My bare legs won't be showing up on the blog again anytime this calendar year! 

This fabulous geometric mini skirt first caught my eye when blogger Closet Confections showed off the blazer in the same set. I convinced myself it was a sign when I saw the skirt on the racks at Forever 21 when I was doing some last minute vacation shopping! Turns out, the retro vibe perfectly complemented our mid-century-modern-inspired hotel in San Diego, The Pearl Hotel. So many awesome nooks and crannies to photograph there.  

Bye bye sunshine. Time to brace for Hurricane Sandy

All photos by Mikhail Glabets

Comfy Chic

[Pants: Banana Republic outlet (old, last seen here); Top: Barney's New York outlet (old, last seen here); Sandals: Madewell; Necklace: J.Crew factory, recent]

I am not ready to kiss summer and its cute clothing goodbye yet, so I have been gravitating toward white pants lately. Here I paired it with a top I love for its versatility. It can go casual (with jeans or leggings) or dressy (with patterned tights and heels), and work during warm weather (with light floaty pants), and cold (with more chunky knits layered on and finished off with boots). I admit, the jagged shape threw me off when I first got it as a gift, but it's been a wardrobe ace.

All photos by Mikhail Glabets 

A Floral Touch

[Dress: Forever 21 (earlier this year); Scarf: Forever 21 (old but cool options here); Rings: Forever 21 (different color left); Earrings: Forever 21; Sandals: Madewell]

This scarf has been my favorite last-minute chic accessory for the last four years. It transforms a basic white t-shirt and jeans, and spices up an already bold, bright dress.

[All photos by Mikhail Glabets] 

Pretty Pretty Print

[T-shirt: Target; Skirt: Forever 21; Sandals: Madewell; Necklace: flea market; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban; Nails: Essie Lilacism and Muchi Muchi]

Today I'm going to talk about these sandals, and how I saw them and loved them months ago but was determined to get a more budget-friendly version. No dice. I conceded fake leather is not worth it and that these babies will hold up for years to come, in both style and quality. I love the simple, classic shape, and warm cognac-y color. They go with lots, too, like this fun print skirt I picked up last fall for my honeymoon in Mexico.

All photos by Mikhail Glabets