Summer and Travel Essentials with lucy

April 17, 2017 / Style Files / 1 Comment

lucy dress (c/o); White Elephant tote (c/o); Dolce Vita sandals; sunglasses (affordable version here); Brixton hat; cabi necklace

When packing for someplace tropical (or just beating the heat at home during the summer), you probably don’t immediately think of an activewear line to stock up on essentials. Well, think again, friends. Today I’m sharing one of my favorite little dresses from my recent trip to Mexico, and it’s from my very favorite activewear line, lucy.

I’ve been a fan of lucy’s leggings and tanks for years for actually working out, but in recent seasons, I’ve especially gravitated towards their dresses, jumpers, and separates to support my love of all things athleisure. Today’s midi dress is just about as lightweight as they come, has a mesh detail in the back for added ventilation, and is just SO comfortable. After a day in the sun or night out, it was pretty much the only dress I wanted to throw on and wear all day. Plus, the fabric is so great for packing and travel because it stays pretty wrinkle-free and won’t look like a hot mess when you pull it out of your suitcase.

Other travel-friendly favorites include these denim-look leggings that are perfect for the plane, these easy crops that I want to live in, and this lightweight wrap cardigan that’s a go-to for chilly nights. Well, and maybe this little jacket top too. And everything else below. When everything is this cute and comfy, picking favorites is hard to do! Hope everyone’s week is off to a great start!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Michelle Preau

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lucy Anniversary Sale – You’re Invited!

October 20, 2016 / Style Files / 5 Comments

lucy Revolution Run Tights, Meet the Mat Hoodie, and Mat to Meeting Jacket (c/o); bucket bag; sunglasses lucy Everyday Sweatpant and Surrender Pullover (c/o); quilted bag; leather jacket; sunglasses lucy Everyday Dress (c/o); OTK boots; handbag; sunglasses; bracelets; watch lucy Everyday Dress and Mat to Meeting Jacket (c/o); handbag; similar booties; bracelet; sunglasses

If you’ve been following along here for a while, you know that I’ve got a real thing for lucy activewear. Like, big love. Much more than just your average gym clothes (although their leggings and workout tops are hands-down, far and beyond, no questions asked my favorite on the planet), lucy has the best selection of leggings, jackets, sweaters, dresses, and so many other great pieces that get you from the gym to the rest of your day seamlessly. Hellooo, athleisure trend. This season’s collection is SO versatile and comfortable, and I’ve been working these new basics into so many day to night looks.

And now for the fun news! This weekend is lucy’s anniversary and their biggest sale of the year. Everything in-store and online will be 30% off (this NEVER happens), and it’s the perfect time to stock up on fall’s most comfy gear. ANNNND, if you’re in the Orange County area, I hope you’ll join me at the lucy store in Corona Del Mar for a little in-store fun on Sunday, October 23rd from 3 to 5 pm. I’ll be styling up favorites, and can’t wait to meet you guys! Hope to see you there!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by lucy, but all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make My Style Diaries possible.

lucy IndiGO Joggers

September 13, 2016 / Style Files / 2 Comments

lucy joggers (c/o); H&M tee; faux leather jacket; Zac Zac Posen bag (c/o); Ray-Ban sunglasses; Nike sneakers lucy joggers (c/o); Wayf top; Trina Turk bag; Tory Burch mules; Kendra Scott bracelets; Bronzallure ring; Kendra Scott necklace (c/o) Paula & Chlo; KYBOE watch; Quay sunglasses

Another September Fashion Week in the books, and I’m not gonna lie, it was kind of a blur. I still have so much content to share with you guys, but today I’m sharing the easy-peasy, comfy, cozy pants that I now want to take on every trip in the future. Over the past couple of seasons the athleisure trend has been everywhere, and joggers of all styles are the stars of the show. And I’m so not mad at it. Is there anything I’d rather put on than a pair of slouchy joggers? Not really. And this lucy IndiGO pair just took things to a whole new level. These look like a favorite pair of denim, but they feel like the silkiest lightweight workout-wear. The translation? Pants you don’t want to take off in the chicest athleisure style. After hopping from show to show in heels, dresses, and who knows what else, I couldn’t wait to throw these on for exploring the city. (And truthfully, they totally could have made it into the shows with me.) Whether dressed up with mules and a loose blouse or worn casual with sneakers and my favorite leather jacket, these joggers were seriously MADE for travel. Plus, check out the rest of the lucy IndiGO collection here, including the boyfriends and track jacket that I can’t get enough of. I’m headed home for now, but not for long. Tomorrow I take off for yet another city this week, and these joggers are already packed.

xoxo

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by lucy, but all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make My Style Diaries possible.

Destination Anywhere With lucy

May 19, 2016 / Style Files / 2 Comments

Look #1: lucy Destination Anywhere Romper and Cardigan (c/o); studded sandals; orange handbag; Deux Lux overnight bag; sunglasses; Julie Vos bangles

Look #2: lucy Destination Anywhere skirt and wrap top (c/o); denim jacket; handbag; Born Stephane sandal; sunglasses; Julie Vos cuff and link bracelet; Made by Mary short necklace; Gorjana long necklace

Who’s ready for a weekend getaway?! Now I know what you’re thinking. Umm, didn’t you JUST go to Bermuda and Miami? But hear me out: When your new house is still under construction, your old lease is up, and you’re living out of suitcases anyway, you might as well take one of those suitcases on a little weekend getaway. And even better than that, pack a small bag. One bag. And get outta town. Road trip up the California coast, anyone?

It’s no secret around here that I’m a huge fan of lucy for sweat gear and (let’s face it) not-even-planning-to-sweat everyday basics, but did you know they also have some adorable day to night, sand to street pieces? You do now, girl. Check out the adorable LBD below or the shirt dress that’s also the easiest lightweight beach coverup. (You have to feel the fabrics to believe them.) The romper and long cardi that I chose above would make for the perfect airplane or road trip duo, and how cute (and versatile) is this black wrap top from my second look? Cute, sure, but here’s the real kicker. Every piece is lightweight, so comfortable, and won’t look like a wrinkled mess after you unpack it. (Important, right? No one wants to look like a slob kabob on vacay.) So throw in a swimsuit, a few fun accessories, sneakers and sandals, grab your best guy or gal, and let’s go! Destination: Anywhere.

xoxo

Photos thanks to Kathleen

1. Becca Bikini Top 2. Becca Bikini Bottom 3. lucy Studio Hatha Capri 4. lucy Muscle Tank 5. lucy Lets Jet Jacket 6. Yosi Samra Reese Slides 7. lucy Get Going Dress 8. Quay Cateye Sunglasses 9. Short Necklace With Tassels 10. Rebecca Minkoff Emily Wedge 11. Eugenia Kim Chiara Headband 12. Destination Anywhere Dress

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by lucy, but all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make My Style Diaries possible.

Sweat Style With lucy

October 27, 2014 / Health & Beauty, Style Files / 2 Comments

lucy Perfect Core Legging, Workout Bra, Workout Racerback, and Yoga Girl Long Sleeve (all c/o)
http://www.lucy.com

I’ve never really liked working out. Seriously, never. It seemed like a hassle, like an extra thing to worry about in my day. I’ve always gotten by with the occasional jog or long bike ride up until recently. About a year ago I started to make it a priority to get out and move at least a couple times a week, and more recently I’ve started working out with the help of Erica Ziel, a fitness expert based here in Newport Beach. She specializes in prenatal and after-baby fitness (two categories I do NOT fall into, FYI), but she really just knows a woman’s body well and targets specific muscles through her workouts for your desired needs. She’s so good at what she does, tough enough to kick my butt into shape but also understanding of my less-than-stellar strength, and she’s helping me to fix my horrible posture. (Should’ve listened to my parents all those years ago…)

For the first time, I actually really look forward to these workouts and am so glad that I’ve gone afterwards. We normally do a mix of weights, mat exercises, and reformer machines in a local gym, but it’s been so nice here lately that outside is also an option. (It doesn’t hurt that Newport Beach provides us with a lot of really great outdoor scenery.) Now, a workout isn’t a hassle or something extra to worry about in my day. It’s a necessary part, a time to kind of clear my head and enjoy a little break from my computer. The time away has actually made me more productive when I start my day. And let’s face it – if I’m going to work out, the clothes are key, right? My go-to pieces are leggings and easy racerback tanks with something that I can throw on over it when I’m headed home. (Or, more likely, headed to three errands before home.) These basics from lucy.com are beyond comfortable and gym-to-street appropriate, perfect for days on the go. Now, lucy is giving one lucky winner a little more “me time”. Head over here to enter the “This Is For You Giveaway” where one reader will win one year of housecleaning, babysitting, or meal deliveries. Good luck!
xoxo

P.S. – Huge thanks to Erica Ziel for getting my butt moving. If you’re in Newport Beach, she’s amazing. If you’re not, head here to check out her DVD’s, digital programs, and online training.

Photos thanks to Taylor Cole

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by lucy through their partnership with POPSUGAR Select. While I was compensated to write a post about lucy, all opinions are my own.

The Leggings You’ll Live In

April 4, 2017 / Style Files / 0 comment

lucy indiGO leggings (c/o); white tee; cabi striped cardigan (c/o); Dr. Scholl’s shoes (c/o); Loeffler Randall handbag; Ray-Ban sunglasses; Kendra Scott necklace and bracelet trio (c/o)

Happy new week, friends, and yes, I’m a day late with that but let’s just go with it here. I’m currently in Playa de La Paz for the week, and y’all, it’s seriously beautiful. (There will be a full recap coming up on the blog, but you can follow along this week over on the Instagram.) And while I’d love to say that I’ve used these adorable lucy leggings to get ready for a full week in swimsuits, I’ll be honest, I’m living in these because they’re just plain cute. And well, as comfy as can be.

BUT! Jenn from Haute Off the Rack has convinced me that I’m going to try her #BBG workout while on vacay, and I have no idea why I said yes. (Do any of y’all do this? It seems intense, and I’m not quite sure if I’ve brought my A game with me to Mexico.) I guess I need a little something to erase all of the upcoming margs and tacos or the unexpected Italian meal that we kicked things off with. So I’ll finally be putting these leggings to use I suppose, and whether you want to work out in these or not, they’re pretty great to live in.

AND if you’re interested in dipping your toes in the comfy faux denim water, then head over here and enter to win a $500 gift card to lucy. I’m extending the giveaway one full day and will announce a winner tomorrow morning. Good luck!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Vincent Elejorde

Motivation Monday

January 23, 2017 / Style Files / 0 comment

lucy leggings, tank, and cardigan (c/o); Cole Haan sneakers; MZ Wallace bag; Ray-Ban sunglasses

New year, new me, y’all. This is my year for working out, eating right, drinking way more water, and getting more sleep, yada yada. But then you help throw a friend’s chicken and waffles birthday dinner on Friday night because his favorite food is fried chicken strips and adding in waffles only seemed natural and you obviously had to bake a Funfetti cake to top it all off. Naturally. Add in a couple of very rainy days spent on the couch, and this Monday is feeling a little extra sluggish.

Buuuut, I suppose there’s no better time to get back on track, so I’m kicking things off this Motivation Monday with a green juice and some of the cutest new activewear from lucy. Nothing like some sweet new sweat duds to get my booty back in motion, and lucy is always my favorite. This year I’m looking to add in a few new workouts (suggestions welcome!) as well as sticking with my normal routine of walking a couple of miles along the beach path – just as soon as this cuckoo rain lets up and stops flooding our construction site house and ruining the wood floors, but that’s a story for a different day. For today, I’m just going with this little tidbit of advice and couldn’t help but passing it along:

“Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson

Hope everyone has a great week ahead!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Gabi Wells

The Best Post-Holiday Sales

December 28, 2016 / Giveaways & Deals, Style Files / 0 comment

1. Hooded Anorak with Faux Fur Trim 2. Nike Sneakers 3. Autumn Plaid Scarf 4. Over-the-Knee Boot 5. MAC Vamplify Lipstick 6. Destroyed Boyfriend Jeans 7. Rebecca Minkoff Small Love Crossbody 8. Faux Shearling Moto Jacket 9. Knit Pom Beret 10. Studded Faux Leather Crossbody 11. Gorjana Ear Climbers 12. BP Wedge Bootie – under $50! 13. Rib Knit Cowl Dress

Welp. The holidays have come and gone, and perhaps you’ve got a little Christmas cash just burning a hole in your pocket? Well lucky you because right now there are a ton of post-holiday sales happening, and with no more gifts to buy, you can totally do a little shopping for yourself. (Not that we haven’t all been doing that, all holiday season long…) The Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale is on now, and I’m rounding up a few of my favorite finds above, all up to 50% off. The under $50 booties at #12 are a serious steal, and the fur-trimmed anorak at #1 is under $100 and perfect for anyone looking for a new cozy coat. If these styles aren’t your jam though, here are a few more sales worth checking out.

ASOS – huge selection of sale items up to 50% off

Abercrombie – up to 50% off all clearance

Anthropolgie – extra 40% off sale items with code TAGTIME

Banana Republic – extra 50% off sale

Express – additional 30% off clearance

Gap – 40% off your purchase (including sale) with code WINTER

Gorjana – up to 70% off select styles

J.Crew Factory – extra 40% off clearance with code SHOPCREW

lucy activewear – extra 40% off sale

Nordstrom Rack – up to 75% off clearance (I mean, these booties, guys.)

Rebecca Minkoff – extra 30% off sale with code HEY2017

Revolve – up to 50% off select styles

Shopbop – extra 25% off sale with code TREATYOURSELF

Ugg – up to 50% off select styles

xoxo

Cyber Monday Sales

November 28, 2016 / Giveaways & Deals, Style Files / 0 comment

BB Dakota skirt – on sale!; over-the-knee boots; Sweater (c/o); Zac Zac Posen bag – use code GOBIG16; Quay sunglasses; Parker leather jacket – 30% off with code CHIC30; Kendra Scott necklace and bracelets – 20% off with code SALE20; Daniel Wellington watch – 15% off with code STYLEDIARIES

Happy Monday, friends! And if right about now you’re thinking, “what’s so happy about a Monday?” then you clearly aren’t aware that today’s one of the best Mondays – it’s Cyber Monday. It’s the day of the year with some of the BEST sales around, and you can shop them from the comfort of your own computer…or phone. Today’s look is made up of almost all sale finds, and below I’m rounding up a few more favorite Cyber Monday sales from around the retail world. I’ll be updating the list as the day goes on, so don’t forget to check back for all of your favorites. Happy shopping, y’all!

Abercrombie – 50% off everything + free shipping

AG Jeans – 30% off everything with code BF16

Ann Taylor – 50% off everything + free shipping with code CYBER50

ASOS – 30% off everything with code THANKFUL30

Bailey44 – 40% off everything with code BLACKFRIYAY

Banana Republic – 50% off everything

BCBG – 50% off everything

Chicwish – 25% off everything with code BLK25

Cole Haan – 40% off everything

Daniel Wellington – 15% off with code STYLEDIARIES

Dermstore – 30% off with code HOLIDAY

Express – 50% off everything + free shipping

FrameBridge – 20% off black frame styles with code BLACK20

Gap – 50% off with code CYBMON

GiGi NY – up to 35% off

Gorjana – save $25 off $100 purchase

Henri Bendel – 30% off sitewide + free gifts

lucy – 40% off all bottoms

Lulu & Georgia – Buy More, Save More sale up to 25% off

Nordstrom – extra 20% off select sale items

Parker NY – 30% off now + 30% off a future purchase with code CHIC30

Rebecca Minkoff – spend $100+ to take 25% off everything (including sale) + free wallet

Six:02 – 20% off with code CYBER20

Sole Society – 30% off everything

Steve Madden – 35% off with code CYBER

Tory Burch – 30% off with code THANKS

Trina Turk – 30% off everything

xoxo

Photos thanks to Vincent Elejorde

Black Friday Sale List

November 25, 2016 / Style Files / 0 comment

Anyone up at the crack of dawn searching for those best Black Friday deals this morning? Admittedly, I blew off the whole morning and slept that turkey coma right off. (Until later today when Thanksgiving leftovers kick in for food coma #2.) But lucky for all of us, you don’t have to hit the stores to score the deals anymore – the sales are amazing online. So today I’m rounding up my Black Friday sale list for you guys to check out. Happy shopping!

Abercrombie – 50% off sitewide + free shipping

AG Jeans – 30% off everything with code BF16

Ann Taylor – 50% off everything with code CELEBRATE

ASOS – 30% off everything with code THANKFUL30

Bailey44 – 40% off everything with code BLACKFRIYAY

Banana Republic – 50% off 5 regular priced items with code BRFIVE

Barney’s – 40% off select items (here)

Baublebar – 30% off everything with code THANKS30

Coach – 30% off with code THANKS2016

Cole Haan – 50% off so many styles

Express – 50% off everything + free shipping

French Connection – 40% off everything with code F40BLF

Gorjana – 30% off select styles

Joe’s Jeans – 25% off + free shipping with code THANKS25

lucy – 30% off everything

Nordstrom – extra 20% select sale styles (+ huge sale on Ugg)

Parker NY – 30% off everything with code CHIC30

Public Desire – 30% off everything with code CYBER30

Ray-Ban – 30% off everything

Revolve – up to 65% off select items

Show Me Your Mumu – 40% off with code MUMUSALE40

Steve Madden – 30% off with code BACKINBLACK

Tommy Hilfiger – 40% off with code TYTOMMY

Trina Turk – 30% off everything

Ulta – amazing deals here

Urban Outfitters – Buy one, get one 50% off all apparel

xoxo

Photos thanks to Valorie Darling

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