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ON THE ROAD AGAIN

on-the-road-again(Overalls: Zara, Tee: T by Alexander Wang, Clutch: Marie Turnor, Earring: Gabriela Artigas, Ring: Gabriela Artigas, Bottoms: Unknown via Tumblr, Sandals: Isabel Marant)

Since I’ve been in Hilo and feeling the weight of being fashion-less.. I have been doing a lot of online window shopping for summer. Shopping carts have been thoroughly built and internet windows will remain opened until I muster up enough cash to make some purchases.

But I am super excited for this summer. I will be en route to Arizona and The Grand Canyon [!!!!!] in a couple weeks and then on my way to Montauk, NY! Yesssss, Montauk! I will be spending the summer working and surfing the hip atlantic ocean scene! So naturally, I need to start considering my style options. I have been pining over the overall trend for quite some time. Let me tell you. And it took me a long time to find a pair that I liked [and in my price range.] They have been found. Of course I chose to match it with a pair of Isabel Marant stilettos that are completely out of my price range. But a girl can dream. I have also realized more recently that I am white t-shirt kind of girl. There is something about a good fitting basic white tee. Sometimes I look in my closet and realize that’s a majority of what I own. I guess I just really know my style or I am turning into some sort of “superman” fashion victim [a closest full of the same outfit]?? Oh well. I have also been obsessing over the Valley Eyewear DB’s in Matte ever since I saw them in Australia. I think I need them. Match it all with a cute little picnic clutch, a pair of high-waisted bikini bottoms, and minimal jewelry.. good to go. I would wear this outfit everyday of summer. If I could.

I am also in the process of re-reading On the Road by Jack Kerouac. I thought it would be appropriate as I will be doing a bit of road tripping in Arizona and scaling across the country to New York. It’ll be the perfect summer read.

On the road again!

x

 

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STAYING COOL

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(Tee: T by Alexander Wang, Shorts: One Teaspoon, Sandals: Margiela, Jewelry: Various)

It has been surprisingly warm around here considering it is fall in the southern hemi. And I won’t complain. It gives me the opportunity to wear another purchase from one of my favorite Aussie brands. My One Teaspoon shorts.. the Vagabond. Almost like pajama shorts but too well designed to wear to bed. I will get my moneys worth out of these bad boys for sure.

Also, right before I hopped on my flight down under I finished making my Tahitian pearl stud earrings. I absolutely love the way they turned out. Not that they are super original or anything. But the pearls look so dang good! They were purchased from my trip to Tahiti in the beginning of the year and remind me of all the adventures and fun that was had there. Definitely holds sentimental value. There is something about those black Tahitian pearls.. I would take them over diamonds any day.

Staying cool in the Aussie sun.

x

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COUNTRY CRUISING

(Photos by: Cassandra Rull) (Tank: T by Alexander Wang, Shorts: Urban Outfitters, Clutch: Samudra, Bracelets: Dezso by Sara Beltran, Necklace: Tucson Native American Shop, Sunnies: Chloé)

We’re on the country cruise in an effort to support Endless Summer 2012! Hah, just kidding. But not really. Today was one of those lazy days. The waves have come and gone, the wind is a bit too wispy for our liking, and our bellies are full from Sunday eatery sessions [so much for working on my "blogger trying to be a model" body. haha.] We made a quick stop to the beach to check out the wave situation and potential sun-soaking spot and snapped these quickies.

Lately, I have been all about comfy basics. T by Alexander Wang is my go-to brand. He makes the most amazing basics and you just can’t go wrong. I’ve decided that it is way more worth it to spend money on every-day pieces instead of occasion dressings. I’m trying to think economically: the more bang for my buck because I wear it more often. You know? Don’t get me wrong.. I love purchasing a killer going-out dress. But I only wear it once or twice. I’d rather spend a littler more money on everyday wear and feel good about myself on a daily basis.

And this has been a fashion update from your country-living fashion bumpkin. Two things that can co-exist!!

x

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GREEN AND GREEN

(Photos by: Michele Leong) (Top: T by Alexander Wang, Shorts: Quiksilver Women, Sandals: Cole, Rood & Haan Co., Jewelry: Dezso by Sara Beltran, Hinu Jewelry)

I have been so incredibly exhausted the last couple of weeks. So much things going on!! Exciting things too. But I am pretty sure I have aged 10 years and got hit hard with some age defining lines. Double the wrinkles. Not so exciting.

But I killed two birds with one stone today and got to hang at a coffee shop with a dear friend and work at the same time. I guess that might be three stones because I don’t often hang at coffee shops. I should more though. Wait.. four stones because I actually took photos too. Hmm. So much accomplished! How sick is that green wall?? Such a great color. Nothin’ but green.

I got me some killer deals on my tee and sandals from Nordstrom Rack on a quickie shopping trip the other day. So stoked. I love good staple items for my closet on a budget. I am going to wear them to death. So if you see me around I will probably be wearing one of the above. Now that you know them you can say “oh haayy” when you see them.. on me.

Alright friends. Back to work. See you round! I’m gonna be green fo’ daze.

x

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CALIFORNIA CHRISTMAS


(Photos by: TR; Top: T by Alexander Wang, Jeans: MM6 by Margiela, Flats: Cynthia Vincent, Sunglasses: Crush, Jewelry: Hinu)

We got to spend Christmas day out at a California ranch house with family, friends, good times and tons of amazing food. It was such a beautiful day and I felt incredibly blessed.. to be exactly where I was.. at that moment.

Now, the ranch house. Filled with amazing goodies that I will post later. Antiques galore! American Pickers would go crazy at this place! There were even persimmon preserves from the 70′s (not intentional though.. haha! They accidently got left to preserve a little too long!) I was especially drawn to the orchard. I wasn’t carrying around that persimmon for looks!! All kinds of goodies in all shapes and forms.. I’m telling you!!

I also got a new handy-dandy camera for Christmas (thanks jennifer, I love it!!) It’s a Fujifilm Instax! Probably one of the coolest gifts of the season! I have been getting good use out of it for sure! Maybe you’ll even see the fruits of it’s instant labor too. ;)

All in all, a very enjoyable Christmas away from home.

x

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INTO WINTER


(Rag & Bone Duffle Coat with Leather Trim, Wool & the Gang Snood Dog DIY Knit Scarf, T by Alexander Wang Single Pocket Long Sleeve Tee, Mulberry Leather Weekend Bag, Cobra Society Hand-Woven Wool and Brushed Leather Thigh Boots, Bottega Veneta Nero Suede Gloves)

I thought it would be appropriate to start looking into the idea of winter clothing. I’ll be traveling to some cold places over the next couple of months and should be prepared!! Who said a Mulberry bag is a little outrageous for a travel bag?! And Bottega Veneta gloves??? Pffft!! Totally necessary.. I think. But what is definitely the coolest item in the batch is the Wool and the Gang DIY scarf. I can knit my scarf on the plane beforehand!! Genius!

I’ll be drooling about staying warm with these items into the winter season..

x

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AWAY, ON THE ROAD


(Top: T by Alexander Wang, Shorts: 7 For All Mankind, Flats: Cynthia Vincent)

Got to hop off the island for the long Thanksgiving weekend and hit the desert road. I shoved a pair of shorts in my luggage right before I left for the airport and so glad I did! I guess it never occurred to me that the desert is an exception to the seasonal rule. I’m loving that I don’t need to wear a coat!! I’m down south enough that it doesn’t really call for it. Hello, me… Drrr.

So I decided I like spending the holidays away from home. It makes it really feel like a vacation. It’s so nice feeling like you have absolutely nothing to do. It’ll make it hard to go back to some responsibility. Eeek! But for now, I’m going to enjoy some nice canyon hikes, attempt to do some rock climbing, and keep driving down that dusty travel road!!

Gonna keep roooollin’!!

x

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