OOTD | Double Denim

Sometimes it's so hard to get back into things. I don't know where time is slipping off too. Here is an outfit that  have been meaning to post for a while, as you can tell from the background.

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OOTD | Trend Vomit

MISSGUIDED US - SHIRT, SHOES, BAG
PETER PILOTTO x TARGET - SWEATER

This outfit is one big trend jumble, they say you shouldn't combine too many but they all work so well. There is some mesh, perforation, pastel, platform sandals, midi skirt, checks, and sporty chic...that's not too many right? I think the sporty chic look is one of my favorite trends of all time.

Anyhow, this is also a very significant moment for my blog as this is the first time I am working with a brand. That brand being Missguided. It couldn't be a better fit seeing as it is very similar to one of my favorite sites - Nasty Gal - but British! Missguided now sells online to the US, making some fun style and British beauty products available to us here. Their tag line is 'peace, love and fashion' and they sell sort of edgy basics and trends. Lots of crop tops and form fitting dresses. I first discovered this brand through another blogger that resides in England before knowing that it was actually available here.

My love of England means I have an obsession with British brands and think they are somehow so much more cool and unique than all the brands in the States. I still remember when I checked Rivers Island everyday hoping to one day go to England to shop there (having since become available via the wonderful fashion ecomm boom.) So it makes me infinitely happy when others in the US can discover these oh so cool brands and products.

OOTD | Missguided Style by jxwalking featuring kate spade jewelry

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Outfit | Brighten Up

The weather won't make up it's mind. This is a little late because all the trees are finally starting to bloom with those stinky white blossom's, but I will make it quick.

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Outfit | Winter Blues

COAT - Narciso Rodriguez x DesigNation

HAT - Minnie Rose NYC

COTTON ON - Sweater and Velvet Leggings

I'm just going to throw it out there...it's pretty annoying to see so many outfit posts during winter in coats, skirts and sandals. It's just not what people are really wearing is it? Too bad we don't all live in LA.

Living Downtown, I walk everywhere so keeping my feet warm is my biggest concern in the cold weather.  My cobalt blue "bathrobe" coat that fits over all my sweater and jackets as well as these giant furry boots have been getting me through the winter. 

This is also the first time in my life that I have ventured to wear a hat! Normally I think they make me look silly but this cashmere hat from Minnie Rose is perfect and fun to wear.

 

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Outfit | Undercover

FOREVER 21 JEANS, GOLD CHAIN BOOTS & GLOVES

PHILIP LIM FOR TARGET BAG

H&M COAT
RAYBAN WAYFARERS

L'OREAL LIPSTICK - VOLCANIC ORANGE

This outfit was inspired by this coat that I picked up on whim. The texture and color give this classic style a little update. I really love the boxy shape that gives it a menswear vibe. I'm all over the trend in menswear inspired style and large over sized pieces...it means I can wear my normal size and still feel like my cloths are too large. It does wonders for body image (said while rolling my eyes.)

All the while here's the tune to set the mood to this look:

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Valentines Day Wish List | His and Hers

For Her: Chloe Roses, Burberry Brit Rhythm, Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb, Kenzo Flower

For Him: Viktor&Rolf Spicebomb

However cliche they are, it can be great to get traditional Valentines gifts. My favorites being candy and perfume. These are the four parfumes/ parfume brands that are always on my wish list. Plus they are all cute and pink for V-Day!

All of the Chloe fragrances smell great (See by Chloe is pretty wonderful too) but they tend to be at a higher price point so I haven't purchased any. This rose version has had a sample in pretty much every major magazine and I love it more and more each time I smell it!

Burberry Brit was the first actual perfume that I ever owned due to my British obsession, so when they made a women's version of Rhythm it became a must on my list.  

Kenzo is one of my favorite brands out there, developed due to this fragrance. It is super powdery and fresh. I can always use more of it!

Flowerbomb and Spicebomb are just plain cool. They smell edgy and complex.  I think Rob would really like this Spicebomb scent.

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Outfit | Modern Day James Dean

COTTON ON SHIRT & NECKLACE

H&M JACKET

FOREVER 21 PANTS & BOOTS

There are so many abandoned buildings on the side of the city that I live and I can't help but find inspiration from them. It's the side of the city that creativity has been allowed to flourish and where refurbishing what already exists is more important than building fresh and new. When it's cold and hazy they are only that much more sad and lonely. For some reason it makes me feel like I'm in scene from an old movie about life on the wrong side of the tracks, but that's what makes it cool right?

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James Dean by jxwalking featuring black ankle boots