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    Santa Monica, CA

    September 5, 2016
    Santa Monica, CA
    Photos by Ale Veyna

    Outfit Details

    Round Sunglasses
    Top Shop High Waist Bottoms (Similar here and here)

     

    Going to the beach has always been one of my favorite summer activities. Sadly, I haven’t been able to enjoy many beach days this summer since I’m without a car. Luckily for me, the new Expo line takes you all the way to Santa Monica, so I was able to spend some time at the beach while visiting family in LA. Ale and I got up early on Saturday to make the two-hour trek from Pasadena to Santa Monica. Although this commute seems long, it goes by pretty quickly if you have a good playlist.
    The train drops you off right in Downtown Santa Monica, so Ale and I made a pitstop at Demitasse for coffee and pastries and walked past the Santa Monica Farmer’s Market before making it to the beach. Since the beach near the pier can get crowded, Ale and I picked a spot further away. I would definitely recommend doing that if you’re seeking a much more relaxed and quiet day at the beach.
    Now let’s talk about my bathing suit! I’ve had to improvise with swimsuit tops in previous summers since it can be hard to find one that fits me well, and this year was no exception. I was looking for something cute that would provide enough support, and this strappy sports bra from Forever 21 fit just the criteria. These high waist bottoms from Topshop that I purchased two years ago are still going strong since they are comfortable, provide a good amount of coverage and can be combined with pretty much any top. I’m always a fan of pieces that are versatile and stand the test of time.
    As always, thank you for stopping by my blog!
    xoxo,
    Helen
    Outfit

    Eyelet Top and Clogs

    August 8, 2016
    Eyelet top and madewell denim
    All photos by me

    Outfit Details:

    Leather Bag
    Madewell 9″ Rise Jeans (Available in a similar color)
    This year I’ve been trying to fill my closet with pieces that are classic, yet unique. This black eyelet top that I recently acquired most definitely fits that criteria. The eyelet detail in the back and scalloped hem make this piece stand out from other tops. Yet, the style of this eyelet top is classic enough that I’ll be able to wear it for years. I have to admit that I wasn’t very impressed with this top when I first saw it online. But, it fit like a dream when I tried it on in-store. For reference, this top does fit a bit loose, so I would recommend to size down.
    These Lotta from Stockholm peep toe clogs are another piece in my closet that I know I will wear time and time again, and I actually recently purchased them to replace my last pair. These clogs tend to be my go-to shoes on sunny days because they look good with mostly anything. Plus, the wooden sole is extremely comfortable. I know that last part is true because I’ve walked several miles while wearing them before. Also, I can say that they age very well since I did have my previous pair for over 2.5 years. I got rid of them was because they were ruined as a result of a leak in my apartment. If all that is not enough to convince you that these clogs are a must-have item in your closet, than I don’t know what is.
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     Upcoming Travel

    I have no idea how I’ve managed not to mention this on the blog until now, but I’m traveling to Chile and Argentina in less than two weeks! I feel pretty behind on planning for this trip, so I spent a good chunk of this weekend tracking down items that I’ll need while abroad. I’m pretty excited to travel to these countries and visit South America for the first time. Even though I’m traveling to these countries as part of my graduate program, I’m sure that I’ll manage to squeeze in some fun activities here and there. I hope that this trip will be as exciting as I imagine it will be, and that I’ll be able to share some fun shots from my adventures with you in the near future.
    As always, I hope you all had a lovely weekend and thanks for stopping by my little corner of the internet!
    xoxo,
    Helen
    Outfit

    Striped Off-the-Shoulder Top

    July 11, 2016

    striped off-the-shoulder top

    Outfit Details:

    Longaberger Basket Purse
    Zara Frilled Top (Similar here, here and here)
    Nine West Sandals (Similar here and here)

     

    If there’s one trend that I am in love with this summer, it has to be striped off-the-shoulder tops. I purchased this top from ZARA a few weeks back. I love the frilled sleeves because there is something very sexy and feminine about them. In addition, I love the straps on this particular top because I can still wear a regular bra with it. Being a bit on the bustier side makes it more challenging when you’re on the market for a strapless bra. Therefore, it will be a while until I fully commit to the off-the-shoulder lifestyle.
    I did not realize that this top was cropped when I purchased it online. Luckily many of the bottoms I own are high-waisted, so it works perfectly with most of my wardrobe. I do show a little bit of skin with this pair of Madewell high-rise jeans, but that doesn’t bother me too much. If anything, wearing this top will serve as an exercise to learn to embrace my body more this summer.
    Speaking of learning to love your body, I think that finding pieces that fit well is a very important part of that journey. I recently replaced my old pair of blue jeans with this pair of high-rise crop jeans from Madewell and they fit like a dream! The high waist hits just where it should and the inseam is the perfect length for my petite 5’3″ frame. I also like that these jeans have a good amount of stretch and aren’t too skinny, making them extremely comfortable.
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    I hope you all had a very restful and exciting weekend! After last week, I was definitely looking forward to it. For some reason, there’s something about going back to work after a holiday weekend that makes it so much harder to get through the week! Luckily, I had a very rejuvenating past two days myself. Since one of my goals this summer is to explore a bit more of Portland, a friend and I headed to Pine Street Market for some delicious eats. I enjoyed coffee, tapas and ice cream. What more could a girl ask for? I don’t think I need to say that I’d definitely recommend visiting this fun spot if you’re ever in the Portland area. Thanks for stopping by!
    xoxo,
    Helen