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the most perfect leather jacket

Yup. This happened. I tried this Margaret O'Leary leather jacket, and that was it. I had to get it. Because it is the perfect leather jacket on so many levels. The leather is silky smooth, the blue lining is super cute, and the cut is modern yet classic. Throw this jacket on at night over a tank top, or wear it as a blazer during the day / at the office, and you'll be more than alright.

can you guess what happened next??

I stopped by the Margaret O'Leary store last weekend and ran into these beauties. Can you guess what happened next??

sequins done right

I crushed on this H&M sequined skirt in bronze & army green the minute I saw it in the store. But I didn't realize it was a real win until I stepped into the office and got three compliments in a row. Three!! On a $34.95 skirt!

I style this skirt with a white v-neck tee, a black blazer and black flats et voilà!! I am business ready AND extra comfy. I'll post a pic of the entire 'in real life' outfit very soon. Stay tuned.

#treatyoself

I've had a crush on this pair of pendant earrings for a few years now. But I only decided to make the plunge a few weeks ago when I saw them again at the Lisa T Fine Jewelry boutique down in Los Gatos. I love the unique art déco style, the precious black onyx and diamonds combo, and the contrast against blond hair. Sold. #winning #blondshavemorefun

for pretty lips...

Speak the word of kindness. And, wear the MAC Cosmetics Sharon Patentpolish Lip Pencil. He!

I am very picky with my lipsticks. I can't stand full coverage of traditional lipsticks, and I can't stand the stickiness of most lipgloss out there yet I need a bit of tint, and a ton of moisture. Fresh Sugar lip treatment and Stila lip glaze have been my go-to lipsticks for as long as I can remember. That was until I discovered Sharon Osbourne Patentpolish Lip Pencil for MAC Cosmetics. It is non-sticky, hydrating, easy to apply, and comes in amazing neutral colours. I love it so much I got two of them, in Ruby and French Kiss (obvi).

moar summer dresses

The Enza Costa Doubled Tank Pima Cotton Dress in Ombre & Tie Dye is just as equally awesome as the Raquel Allegra dress. Tie-dye goodness available in a zillion colours all over the web. Yum.

south of france living

Wearing the Raquel Allegra racerback tank dress at the Museum. In South of France. With my Havaianas flip flops. <3

the perfect little summer dress

This Raquel Allegra racerback wife beater tank dress is probably my best purchase this year. I always need a go-to versatile summer dress for my annual trip to the French Riviera. Something I can wear to the beach over a swimsuit, that transitions nicely from day to night, and that I can wear over and over without looking like a total slob... So it can't be too short nor delicate yet it has to be sexy and form hugging, and different yet classic. Well, this dress is all of that and much more. Love the tie-dye stripes pattern, the below the knee length, the scoop neckline and the racerback back. And the ribbed jersey fabric texture follows the curves just the right way. A must-buy.

traveling in style

This JET by John Eshaya camo bag is the perfect weekender bag. Con: It has no zipper, so make sure all the small things you carry are safely tucked at the bottom of the bag. Pro: It has no zipper, so you can stuff it with more than is humanly possible; we all have that extra sweater, scarf, or pair of shoes we need to bring along, right?

crazy for camo

What's cuter than a camo bag? A camo bag with a bright orange embroidered lightning bolt on it. JET by John Eshaya has done it again with this awesome companion bag in camo. It is ultra light, sturdy, roamy and overall trendy. To use everyday or as a weekender bag. Or both.

the lulu dress. in real life.

This Lululemon Noir dress is better than I thought it'd be. I just can't stop wearing it. In that case, from brunch to the red carpet. <3

curves much?

I believe the only reason Lululemon would start selling dresses is because wearing them will motivate you to work out more. The Noir dress hugs your body in all the right ways; it is made of Lululemon famous sweatpant soft stretchy fabric, it is comfy, and can be worn two ways: as is / as pictured or the other way around / the back in the front. It can be hemmed to your ideal length, although I love that below the knee length. All is all, it is the perfect little black dress to dress up or dress down as you wish, and take with you on trips.

backpacking. kinda.

I have been looking for the perfect commuter backpack forever. It has to be practical (read: hold all my work and workout crap all day, every day), it has to be comfy (read: if I go for a backpack, it has to have my back more than all of the one shoulder fashion bags I own), and it has to be fancy (read: I don't want to look like I am climbing Mount Rainier, EVER). The Marc By Marc Jacobs Loco Domo Packrat Backpack is just that: Classic black like most of my outfits (sadly), trendy gold zippers all over, ultra light and comfy, and so very cute!!

#craycray

What do two friends do when they crush on the same tank top? They try it on and take selfies in the dressing room. And they end up buying it, obvi. I never thought I’d like the muscle top fit but I actually do. A lot. Get this Tyler Jacobs for Feel The Piece CRAY top at a Planet Blue store near you. <3

glam it up

...with a classic jean jacket. I was not quite sure about the wash of this Hudson Signature Jean Jacket at first, but I tried it out and it is AWESOME. To wear all year long — if you are a California girl — over a summer dress for a Napa outing, or with a black dress or black skinny jeans AND giant hoops earrings for a casual night around town. And, it's on sale for $132.99, instead of $189, on Zappos.