Showing posts with label dress. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dress. Show all posts

Friday, July 12, 2013

breezy afternoon

kimono + dress + stroll through the orange groves = perfect summer afternoon


Dress: (old) Forever 21, Kimono: (old) H&M, Shoes: Madewell (suede version here), Bracelets: various assortment, Necklace: Tiffany&Co Anniversary Rubedo Pendant, Sunglasses: Anthropologie, Lipstick: Aqualillies for Tarte Glamazon

Cheers darlings!

Hannah

Thursday, May 30, 2013

RARE rainy day

Rainy days in Southern California are few and far between and with summer temperatures upon us this coming weekend (likely near 100, what?!) it seems as though our rare spring showers are all but gone as summer approaches. I had only one chance to wear my Hunter rain boots this spring (bummer), but don't worry, I managed to document the rare occasion. This was my rainy day outfit while running a million errands the other day. Of course, the rain disappeared and the sun managed to come out just when I was taking these pictures...I promise it was really raining that day...I wasn't just wearing the rain boots to look cool....

 
 
Pants-(old) Zara, T-Shirt-Old Navy, Denim Shirt- KUT from the Kloth via Nordstrom, Anorak-(old) H&M, Wellies-Hunter via Nordstrom, Watch-Michael Kors, Sunglasses-Anthropologie, Turqoise ring-tourist stop in AZ, Necklace-Tiffany & Co.

Cheers darlings!
Hannah

Photo credit to my patient husband Tyler

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

paying a visit to pasadena

Every time I visit a new place, I look for little things that inspire me.  Pasadena has such a calming vibe. The colors, the neighbors passing by, and the birds in the trees made me feel like I was transported to a different time.  It has managed to keep it's original charm while adding little  flares of modern trends. 




Green and white: I loved how this house brought out all the same colors in my outfit. Green utility jacket is from Forever 21, scoop neck tank top and white jeans Nordstrom, Black wedges are TOMS. Bag from Urban Outfitters


Diana enjoying showing me around her lovely little neighborhood. 




XO, Jax

Friday, May 17, 2013

sporty summer

Sporty Summer
My take on the sporty trend for summer. A little sporty and a little boho with a touch of retro glam makes summertime a chic breeze. Easy Cali livin'....
Topshop striped t shirt
nordstrom.com

American Apparel harem pants
americanapparel.net

Karen walker
bonadrag.com

Hair accessory
etsy.com

Nike Air Max IVO
$145 - superette.co.nz


why the retro swim suit should make a come back...

Being a long time swimmer, I have worn almost every suit imaginable. Literally, google synchronized swimming costumes and you'll see what I mean. Although most of the different styles I've worn are for competition, lately I've been trying on, and loving, the retro style. While I am still a major fan of the classic string bikini, I will be bringing back the retro trend more than once this summer.

The high waisted look may seem a little overwhelming, but this one by Jantzen was a perfect fit for me. It hit right at my belly button so it hid some of my problem areas (aka love handles) and I paired it with a bright top from Victoria's Secret


This was taken in Orlando, Florida on a shoot with the Aqualillies. The stylist for the Lillies, Erica Rice, picked out amazing jewel toned one-pieces. The purple suit had a built in bra with removable straps and the teal one was fitted through the body also with a removable strap. Both flattering to any body type.


Even though this swimsuit from Target is pretty modern, it still has a twist of retro with the eyelet patterns on the edges. To make it a little retro (and to properly protect my face from the sun!) I added my vintage blue and white floppy hat. Perfect combination for Emerald Beach in the Caribbean!



XO, Jax