A Few Favorite Jumpsuits for Spring

March 10, 2021 / Uncategorized / 0 comment

Pistola jumpsuit; Madewell denim jacket; Golden Goose sneakers (look for less here); Quay sunglasses; Chanel WOC handbag

When it comes to my wardrobe, I have to admit – when I love something, I love it hard. Gladiator sandals were in, I wore them to DEATH. Stretchy culottes of the 2000s? I had every color. Comfy, cozy loungewear and all the matching sets of 2020? You know I went all in, and I’m not ditching a single piece yet. (In fact I’m just doubling down and grabbing more sets and comfy basics for spring, #NoRegrets.)

And in addition to the loungewear love I’ve currently got a big ole thing for jumpsuits. (To be fair, I’ve kind of always got a thing for jumpsuits, but they’re currently in heavy rotation around here.) It started with the tailored, strong shoulder version above and pretty much took off from there. If you’re digging the look like I am, scroll around below for a few of my faves at a bunch of different price points, including two that are under $20.

Hope everyone has a great rest of their week!

N:Philanthropy jumpsuit; Madewell jacket; Golden Goose sneakers (look for less here); Saint Laurent handbag; Amazon bangles; Ray-Ban sunglasses

Pistola jumpsuit; Marc Fisher booties; Amazon hat; Saint Laurent handbag; Quay sunglasses

Scoop jumpsuit; Seychelles shoes; Bottega Veneta handbag; Amazon sunglasses

No Boundaries jumpsuit; Madewell denim jacket; Dolce Vita sneakers; No Boundaries handbag No Boundaries jumpsuit; Gucci handbag; Jessica Simpson sandals

Free People jumpsuit set (LOVE the green color here); Tory Burch shoes; Welden handbag; Amazon hat; Quay sunglasses

Scoop jumpsuit

xoxo

Jumpsuit Love and a New Favorite Boutique

February 19, 2018 / Style Files / 0 comment

dRA jumpsuit (c/o) Anthill Shop; Strathberry handbag; Tamara Melon heels (c/o); Kendra Scott bracelets and ring; Ray-Ban sunglasses

Happy Presidents’ Day, friends! Who’s got the day off today? The husband is working, so I’m using the day to catch up on emails, organize my office, and clean this house. Annnd spend a little time outside with the pup because the weather here is beautiful – chilly and windy by SoCal standards but sunny and so, so pretty. I’ve currently got the windows open listening to the breeze, and I’m not complaining.

And guess who’s back with a new blog post finally. That’s right, this slacker. It’s no secret around here that jumpsuits are my jam (I even wore one for engagement pictures a couple of years ago), and I’m thinking that this one will be my fave of the spring. It’s super easy to dress up or down and can be worn day to night. (Metallic heels above, studded sandals below – easy peasy.)

And where I scored this little jumper is the best part. Local gals, are you familiar with Anthill shopNplay? It’s the newish shop attached to Eat Chow (a serious local favorite of mine) on Newport Blvd, and if you like clothing, shoes, accessories, baby and children’s clothes, party supplies, and novelty gifts, then you’re gonna need to check it out. (Seriously, they have everything.)

Because of the name and I guess because Anthill replaced what used to be a baby store, I kind of just assumed that it was filled with baby and kids’ things. And it is downstairs. (We’re talking, really really cute baby and kids’ things.) But upstairs, there’s a HUGE selection of women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, vintage finds, you name it from affordable brands as well as lust-worthy designers. The selection of straw handbags and beach bags on the way upstairs was more than I could handle with upcoming trips to Palm Springs and Cabo on the horizon. And don’t even get me started on the towers of beaded bracelets spread around.

Their website is still a bit in the works, but if you’re local, then I can’t recommend this little shop more for things that you just might not find anywhere else. Trust me – I’ve searched and searched for this jumpsuit online, and it just isn’t there. And sometimes, that’s just plain refreshing. As is a laidback Monday to start the week. Hope everyone has a great week ahead!

xoxo

dRA jumpsuit (c/o) Anthill; Romwe sandals (c/o); Sam Edelman handbag; Levi’s jacket; Kendra Scott necklace; Ray-Ban sunglasses

Photos thanks to Felicia Lasala

Jumpsuit at New York Fashion Week

September 23, 2016 / Style Files / 2 Comments

Ripley Rader jumpsuit (c/o); Abercrombie blazer; Tory Burch mules (sold out, similar versions here); Henri Bendel bag (c/o); Julie Vos bracelets (c/o); Ray-Ban sunglasses; Nars Lipstick in Majella

So what do you wear on your very last day in New York for Fashion Week when you’ve pretty much exhausted your options and your feet are just not havin’ it anymore? (My brain wasn’t really havin’ it anymore either, but I’m sure that’s a topic for another day.) You pull out that favorite jumpsuit that feels just like PJ’s and the mules that are definitely the most comfy heels ever. It seriously saddens me that these mules are sold out everywhere because I would for sure recommend them to every person I meet. That might be weird though, so instead I’m just linking a couple of similar pairs below. And then there’s the jumpsuit. I’ve been a fan of Ripley Rader jumpsuits forever I think and really tend to amp up my obsession around the holidays. (I also took my engagement photos in one of them.) This time I’m trading in the classic wide leg style for the tapered leg and love that this one can so easily be dressed up or down. It’s perfect with my favorite blazer of the moment and aforementioned mules for schlepping around New York, but it’s also so tempting to throw it on with an easy pair of sandals for hanging around the house. And that’s exactly what I intend to do this weekend: hang out without a plan in sight. Who’s with me?!

xoxo

P.S. – Stay tuned next week for a couple more looks from #NYFW and a recap of my fun night at Style Week OC!

Photos thanks to Angie Garcia

The Perfect Summer Jumpsuit

April 11, 2016 / Style Files / 0 comment

Target Style jumpsuit; Call It Spring heels (similar); Hat; GiGi New York bag (c/o); Ray-Ban sunglasses; body chain; Sam Edelman cuff

Last week I ran into Target for one thing. You already know how this story ends, but I’ll tell it to you anyway. So I run in for cough syrup only, and I’m telling you, totally on its own my cart just started navigating me towards the clothing. I have no idea how these things happen, it’s just science, people. Yada, yada, a few thousand things in my cart later, I’m walking out with a big smile because I’d just found the perfect summer jumpsuit. It’s super lightweight and breezy (I bought a size up so that it would be a little roomy in the heat), and I love the little keyhole detailing in front. The styling possibilities are seriously endless with this one – heels, flat sandals, espadrilles, wedges…I tried ’em all, and they all work. Annnnnd, it’s under thirty bucks. I’d say that’s a super successful trip to Target, had I remembered the cough syrup.

xoxo

Photos thanks to Taylor Cole

Holiday Jumpsuit

December 21, 2015 / Holiday, Style Files / 2 Comments

Ripley Rader jumpsuit; Badgley Mischka heels (also on sale here!); Kayu clutch (c/o); Kendra Scott ring

It’s no secret around here that I LOVE a good jumpsuit, and that’s especially true around the holidays. Nothing makes a party statement quite like a jumpsuit, and Ripley Rader makes the best ones around. (I mean, this sequin one? I die.) I own three of her designs, but this long-sleeved burgundy version just screams Christmas to me. It’s as comfortable as pajamas and can be worn with the neckline as plunging as you’d like. Paired with statement silver heels and the most delicate little clutch, it’s holiday party perfection. Hope everyone has the best start to this week!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Jason Huang

Culotte Jumpsuit

September 28, 2015 / Style Files, Travel / 2 Comments

Photos thanks to Jason Huang

River Island jumpsuit (c/o); JustFab vest (c/o); Call It Spring heels (c/o); Rebecca Minkoff bag; Karen Walker sunglasses via Ditto (use code MYSTYLEDIARIES for your first month free); Michael Kors watch; Shop Prima Donna ring (c/o); Bracelets: Julie Vos, Kendra Scott, Prima Donna

How was everyone’s weekend? Besides the major heatwave around here, our weekend was plan-free and pretty perfect. Sometimes it’s so nice to just have no plans. Today’s look is the one that I wore to the RewardStyle party during New York Fashion Week, and it was definitely a choice that I didn’t regret. This jumpsuit and vest combo still looked pretty fresh after wearing it all day, and the shoes are so comfortable. (I had brought flats with me for the day but actually never needed to put them on.) Per the usual, I’m loving all things 70s inspired for fall, so this look definitely did the trick. Stay tuned for more #NYFW photos coming to the blog soon!

xoxo

Jumpsuited

February 10, 2014 / Style Files, Travel / 2 Comments

Ripley Rader jumpsuit (c/o); H&M studded jacket; Forever 21 fur jacket; Julie Vos necklace (on sale!); Samantha Wills and Nikia rings via Big Drop NYC

Yesterday was another whirlwind here in New York, but once again, it was exciting and crazy fun. I started off my day with the Tommy Hilfiger show and actually got to go backstage and see how the models were being prepped with hair and makeup. The show itself did not disappoint, and I find myself suddenly drawn to plaid. Lots and lots of ski resort worthy plaid. I then had brunch and gab time with one of my best friends from high school before heading off to the Katya Leonovich show. Cold and pretty pooped, I called it an early night and headed back to my hotel for room service and TV in bed, something you can only do in a hotel room.

My look for the day consisted of a favorite Ripley Rader jumpsuit (made warmer with fleece-lined tights underneath) and a new studded jacket from H&M that I love. Gold jewelry (including two new rings from Big Drop NYC) and my go-to fur coat were the finishing touches. Feeling rested and ready for the day ahead, it’s off to more Fashion Week craziness for me. Hope everyone is having a great week!
xoxo

Just a Few Picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

July 11, 2022 / Style Files / 0 comment

Isabel Marant sunglasses; Smocked jumpsuit with pockets; Stance no-show socks; Marc Fisher white leather booties; Schutz gold sandals; Western style booties; Dolce Vita sneakers; super soft pajamas; Pistola high rise jeans

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is back again, and while I agree with the online critics that it’s not all that it used to be, I still think there are a bunch of great finds in the sale. Does anyone need anything from the sale? Of course not. But there are some good deals to snag if you’re in the market.

Personally, I no longer shop any “fall” pieces from the sale like sweaters, jackets, or anything too warm because living in Southern California, the wait time to use those pieces feels like an eternity. And by the time we get any cool weather here (if we ever do, LOL), those pieces don’t feel new anymore. Instead, I focus on pieces I can wear right now and those everyday basics that I would likely buy anyway. Like bras (this is seriously my favorite brand of bras – the best, especially for busty gals), my tried and true PJ’s, or a favorite pair of denim. I also grabbed a couple pairs of booties to try because even in the summertime we get some cooler nights, so I pretty much wear booties all year long here.

Below I’m rounding up 15 finds that I either own or ordered from this year’s sale. The sale is currently open to all Nordstrom card holders and will open to everyone at 9:01 pm PST on July 14th. Are you guys shopping the sale this year? What do you have your eye on?

xoxo

Wayf sweater dress; Marc Fisher white booties; similar white hat; Bottega Veneta handbag

Pistola high rise denim

Tom Ford sunglasses (look for less style here)

Top left white booties; Bottom left tan suede booties; Top right black booties; Bottom right white booties

Dolce Vita sneakers

Favorite Sneakers for Fall

October 13, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Gibson Look jumpsuit (15% off with code NIKKI15); Forever 21 denim shirt; Scoop sneakers; metallic laces; H&M handbag; Time & Tru sunglasses; Amazon bangles

There’s no doubt that my favorite sneakers got a whole lotta use this past summer, and I’m suspecting a similar story this fall. And while my white Golden Goose were a fave over the summer months, lately I’ve been grabbing the two (way more affordable) pairs here nonstop.

The leopard pair above is seriously so nice for the price – they’re under $40. It’s a good, non-cheesy leopard print, and I love the glitter detail. (I traded out the beige laces for these fun metallics.) They’re also super comfy and now come in a second metallic version that I wish was still available in my size. (The leopard is still fully stocked, but if your size is still available in this pair, lucky you!)

And as for the pair below, I seriously can’t stop wearing them. I’m gonna go ahead and say it – I think they are the comfiest pair I own. Like, more comfy than the Golden Goose, more comfy than my favorite pair of Nikes. They have a slight hidden wedge inside that is just so cushy. They come in a ton of colors, but I really do love the black and metallic combo below. I’ve worn them with dresses, jeans, and even with this metallic midi skirt. (They’ll also be so cute with my favorite leather leggings too.)

So whether you’re a seasoned sneaker lover or someone looking to try out the trend, take a scroll below for some of my favorites right now.

xoxo

Z Supply dress; Scarleton backpack (c/o); Dolce Vita sneakers; Amazon bangles; Karen Walker sunglasses (look for less here)

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Lots of Affordable Looks Lately: July

July 22, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Scoop shorts (on sale for $14); Carve Designs sweater; Amazon sandals; Scoop handbag; similar hat; Quay sunglasses

Happy Thursday, friends! It’s been a while since I rounded up a whole bunch of recent looks, so today I’m doing just that. And while I didn’t actually plan it this way, pretty much everything in the post is super affordable. A couple of my standout faves? These ivory denim shorts that I wear a ton are currently marked down to $14. (I sized up.) This linen shirt from Amazon is so great over a swimsuit or paired with denim shorts, both below. I live in these $15 graphic tees, and this adorable romper is almost 60% off.

As for the shoes, can’t recommend these leather slides more, and they’re currently 20% off which I’ve never see before. And if you’re looking to dip your toes in the athletic sandal trend, this $10 pair is so cute and beyond comfy. Also, loving these sandals I snagged from Amazon and this $40 pair of New Balance sneaks.

So happy shopping if you’re into that sorta thing, and here’s hoping everyone has a great rest of their week!

Surf Gypsy dress; Jessica Simpson sandals; similar handbag