Seeing Red

Coat: Zara, Pants: Isabel Marant for H&M, Boots: Weekday, Bag: Mango

photos by Kelli Goss

As a California native, I never worried about bundling up when I was younger. Throughout the years, along with my annual trips to Sweden thanks to Marcus, I've discovered the fun in layering, bundling, snuggling....whatever you want to call it. Getting cozy with layers of knit truly puts me in the holiday spirit. This fall I've made it kind of a subconscious mission to find coats and other fun things for the cold. I'm usually drawn to boyfriend and biker style coats because they are the most versatile with my wardrobe; anything I can dress up or down. A good coat can make or break an outfit for fall so finding the right one in the right color is essential! I try to strategize when I shop for pieces like coats because I want to be able to wear them for years to come. This red Zara coat had me drooling when I saw it. This shade of red is simply unbeatable. Plus, makes me excited for Christmas! Zara has a TON of covetable and affordable coats right now along with ASOS, Topshop and H&M. Check it out! 

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Transitions

Coat: NY & Co., Sweater: American Apparel, Skirt: Olive Clothing, Bag: Topshop

photos by Bethany Struble

This outfit is perfect for this transition period we're in right now regarding the weather in LA. It's been cooling down slowly which is why I'm wearing a coat with a mini skirt; definitely something that is not always acceptable in other parts of the world during autumn. I saw this pink coat in the window of my local New York & Company and I fell in love with the fuzzy pastel color. Pink has been a huge trend this fall, but I like to believe I've always been attracted to the color. After all, there was a point in my life where I literally would not even consider wearing something unless it was some shade of pink...so much awesome I can't even contain it...

In other news, Thanksgiving break is here! I'm at that point in the semester where I am swamped with work but I can't seem to get off of Tumblr and Instagram and anything else that isn't related to school. No shame, right? We all do it. Anyways, a 5 day break is exactly what I need right now. 

This Thanksgiving my family is eating dinner at my house and I am so happy we're all going to be together. Who doesn't love stuffing their face with pumpkin pie with loved ones? Because of the sad state of my bank account, I will not be participating in the Black Friday festivities. Marcus and I went shopping last year but sleep and not being trampled sounded much more attractive to us. Last year, however, we were much more desperate for Christmas gifts. This year we were good and we are already almost done with our shopping! 

Is anyone else going Black Friday shopping? GOOD LUCK YOU NEED IT. 

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Laced Up

Sweater: Zara, Pants: Isabel Marant for H&M, Heels: Zara (old), Bag: Mango

photos by Bethany Struble

Hello, hello. After hours of standing in line like a maniac, I acquired these beautiful leather pants that left every fashion lover drooling. And just to sound like even more of a douche, they are so soft and buttery and if you can, you should look for them on eBay to get some for yourself. They're almost too good. The quality of the collection was surprising; every item was top notch and absolutely covetable. Now, let's talk about the time shall we?

Let's shall then...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! So is the end of the semester, my mom and both of my brother's birthdays, Christmas, and my trip to Sweden. Needless to say, I'm going to be a little stressed for the next couple of weeks but I'm going to make sure I enjoy the time I spend with my family and friends around the holidays; my favorite time of year. 

What are your plans for the holidays?

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Pastel Pink

Sweater: Monki, Jeans: Current/Elliott, Heels: Zara, Bag: Topshop

photos by Bethany Struble

If you didn't know already, I've been in the process of remodeling my room and during this long, drawn out process, I've uncovered some great clothing that have been hiding in the depths of my room. Sometimes I find gems like this pastel pink sweater and sometimes I find things that should have been thrown away months ago. I'll spare you the details...

I feel like my room has the same characteristics as Hermoine's never ending purse in the final Harry Potter movies...

For this outfit, I paired the sweater with a lighter palette instead of my go-to black ensemble. You definitely don't need to go with the usual dark palettes for fall to create a covetable outfit. What are your favorite colors this fall?

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Collab of the Century

Bomber: Isabel Marant pour H&M, Beanie: Zara, Tank: T by Alexander Wang, Jeans: Urban Outfitters, Heels: Zara, Bag: Mango

photos by Bethany Struble

The fashion collaboration of the century, Isabel Marant pour H&M, left me with this beautiful bomber and the infamous white leather lace up pants (post coming soon). It also left me with a sad, pathetic bank account...but at least I have cute clothes. Waiting in line for 8 hours and overdosing on coffee was definitely worth the struggle. Did anyone else grab something? Let me know!

Sorry about the quick post, right now I'm off to chop off my hair! :D

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