I Wouldn't Want to Have it Any Other Way. I'm Addicted and I Just Can't Get Enough.

Tee, scarf and sunnies: Forever 21; Shorts: Urban Outfitters; Tights: Nordstrom; Boots: Chinese Laundry; Crossbody: H&M; Photos by: DJ Lan

Black Eyed Peas - Just Can't Get Enough

This outfit is comprised of some, if not all, of my serious closet favorites at the moment. It's funny because I rarely wear shorts, and tees, now that I really think of it. One, because I've never been just a t-shirt kinda gal, and two because the concept of wearing tights under my shorts was never something I (seriously) thought of doing, until I moved back to San Francisco. You see, in LA, the idea of wearing tights under my shorts always seemed silly, when the weather was almost always a warm high of 70 or 80. It wasn't until I came back to San Francisco, and my tights and leggings ownership increased tenfold, did I finally accept that tights can be worn basically under anything -- dresses, skirts, shorts, rompers, ANYTHING. And, this whole idea of wearing tights under basically everything I own (as, I rarely, rarely wear pants, and anyone who knows me can definitely attest to this) never started as a fashion conscious decision. It was more of a necessity, rather than an option, because of the mere fact that my little body could not handle the freezer-like temperatures of the Bay Area. Okay, I know all you East Coast kids are probably shaking your heads at the computer screen at this very moment, but I really can't actually handle temperatures lower than .... 70 degrees. This is a fact. I think my body just doesn't regulate the blood flow through my body as fast a normal person, because I am almost always cold. This is obviously something I'm going to have to work on when I make that move to NYC, ha! Anyways, long story short, if you were to run into me today, there is a 98.5% chance I would be in tights. The tee is unlike any I have ever owned, and for $5, it was a pretty sweet deal. Its stretchy material gives me that extra wiggle room for the days when I eat enough to feed a third world nation. And, since I do that more often that I should, you can imagine how much wear this little tee gets. These boots are my absolute favorite shoes of the moment. They go with skirts, shorts, and pants (on the rare occasion I wear such things... I like to call those times "laundry days"). They are the perfect day to night outfit transformer, and they are incredibly comfortable.

And We Live in a Beautiful World. Yeah We Do, Yeah We Do.

It's a magical thing having Fridays off, especially when the day is a beautiful one. Of course, all days are beautiful, but some days more so than others. For me, nothing really compares to a quiet afternoon in the city, laying in the grass, smiling at the sun, and filling up on food. I spent part of my Friday at the Civic Center, only because I had to indulge in some Off The Grid action, and if this doesn't sound familiar to you, refresh your memory here. 

MANGO + Marie Claire Event

Sweater: Basic; Top: Urban Outfitters; Skirt: Agaci; Knee high socks: Cotton On; Knee High Boots: Chinese Laundry; Bag: Forever 21; Photos by: DJ Lan and Chandamheer*

A few weeks ago, I decided to request some time off work, so I could indulge in a little getaway back down to Los Angeles. I remember being extremely anxious on Thursday, while at work, as I counted down the hours, minutes, and seconds until I would be driving down to my former city. Finally, the day came, and at 5:00 AM sharp, I got into my Honda, swung by my friend's house, and off we went, driving as the sun rose and the sky went from dark to light. Now, I normally don't leave quite that early when I drive back and forth from NorCal to SoCal or vice versa, however, one major reason I decided to return to LA was because I needed to pick up my diploma on campus before the office closed in the early afternoon. I know what you're thinking -- don't they just send those to you? Yeah, well, I was pretty adamant about NOT paying the stupid $10 fee to get a piece of cardstock sent to me via the postal service. One, because I feel like the least they could do is send us alumni our own hard-earned diplomas FO' FREE, considering we, oh, I don't know, paid thousands and thousands of dollars in astronomical fees for four years, and two, don't OTHER schools send their diplomas out for free? Ah, but I digress. Long story short, my excuses to go to LA were (in no particular order) 1. to pick up my diploma 2. rekindle my Bruin love and terrorize the streets of Westwood with my college buddies and 3. get away for just long enough to come back to San Francisco feeling refreshed. So, you can imagine just how serendipitous it was when I discovered that one of my favorite bloggers, Natalie of Natalie Off Duty was hosting an event for Mango + Marie Claire in Santa Monica. I was thrilled at the thought of finally being able to meet some of the most talented and beautifully stylish Los Angeles fashion bloggers.

Laugh Until We Think We'll Die, Barefoot on a Summer Night Never Could Be Sweeter Than With You

Bandeau: c/o  Hardcouture via Kathleen of Inspirafashion; Bandage skirt & Sunnies: Forever 21; Shoes: Jessica Simpson Dany Heels; Photos by: DJ Lan

Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros - Home

Interestingly enough, I'm writing this post while sitting in my fuzzy pink bathrobe, as I attempt to get ready for work. I should, in fact, actually be attempting to get ready for work, but when the words come to you, you just have to write. These past couple of days have been nothing but blue skies and sunshine, which as you all know by now, is my type of weather. San Francisco has been delighting us with its plentiful sunshine, and as a result, everyone has been sporting a jollier demeanor, which I have no complaints about. Thus, my love affair with my city by the bay has intensified, and all I can think is, "How can I leave this place?" If you have been following me since the birth of my blog, just seven or so months ago, you have watched me as I moved out of my LA home of four years, traverse across the US on the typical post-grad "finding myself" journey, land in NYC for a week, which I strongly believe(d) was my long-lost soul-city, and then fly alllll the way back to the Bay Area, my actual home. After being away for so long, SF and I seemed to have lost our original spark. You could say we broke up, I found a new lover, Los Angeles, then a self-proclaimed soul-mate, New York, and then the timing with the two just didn't seem to work (doesn't it always seem to go that way?), so I gave SF one more chance, and we got back together. I think a break was really all we needed, because our bond is stronger than ever. Yes, we've had our ups and downs, but home is where the heart is, and San Francisco will always be home. Just like every relationship, we're going to have to work at it. It won't be easy, and there will be times, like the past month of March, where the downs will be outweigh the ups. Is it meant to be? Who knows? I'm only 23, of course. What I do know, is for now, this is where I am supposed to be. When the tides turn, and the winds come blowing my way, I'll undoubtedly move on. So, right now, today, at this very moment, I am going to enjoy every moment we have together. Who knows when this relationship will come to an end.

When You Look My Way, I Don't Know What To Say. I Haven't Felt This in Such a Long Time...

Hello my loves. Oh, how I've missed you! I was originally going to wait until next week to make this post, but why put off tomorrow, what can been done today? So, let's get down to it, shall we? You are all probably wondering why I've taken such a long, unplanned hiatus. To tell you the truth, I think it was one part blogger burn out, and two parts scheduling issues. In the month I was gone, I spent many nights conjuring up posts and jotting down ideas in my little notebook. I wanted nothing more than to produce all the outfit posts that lingered in my mind. Alas, time was just not on my side. As most of you know, DJ helps me out with her beautiful photography skills. We've both had such colliding schedules this past month, that it has been a bit of a struggle to get all of our ideas into action. But, we both finally have some free time, and I seriously cannot wait to show you everything we have been planning. Now, about that blogger burn out? It wasn't so much that I was tired of blogging, but I guess you can say, I felt like everything was moving so quickly in my both my blogging bubble and life, that I needed a moment to sit back, observe, and recoup. I don't think that makes very much sense, but I guess some of the things I ponder just can't be conveyed as eloquently as I would like. Anyhoo, I hope this post is a good indicator of what's to come.

John West  feat. Pusha T- Lovely

Sheer maxi skirt, Lace dress (worn as a top), and Necklace: Forever 21; Shoes: Jessica Simpson Dany Heels; Belt: Nordstrom; Photos by: DJ Lan

DJ and I took these photos in the pouring rain. I kid you, NOT. I was freezing and pretty much thought I was going to catch pneumonia. But, the misty fog that engulfed the brooding trees behind me was just so breathtaking, that I took one for the team. Hilariously enough, the heart-shaped balloons I bought that day just would not fly, but somehow, I think it was just all so fitting...just like the song I picked to go with this post. I have to tell you that I am madly in love with this man, John West. I first saw him playing on 3rd Street along the promenade in Santa Monica. I went to see his show last year at the Avalon, and the music that touched my ears felt like each and every word just hit my soul. If you think I'm being dramatic, I assure you I'm not. He's that good. I almost didn't want to tell you about him, because I know he's going to get super big, and he won't be my little secret anymore. But, I thought, hey, why not share the love. He's playing a concert on April 8th in LA, so if you are in the area, please go see him. You will not regret it. Oh yeah, and I'm going to be there too, so LET'S MEET UP, all you sexy Angelinos.