Crowned

Time for a change, at least when it comes to my hair.

Don't worry, once water touches my nape the curls will return to their normal flounce. Just needed something different and a way to experience festival prep without heading to the festivals.

That's right you guys, I'm selling my Coachella tickets to pad up my savings account. To be honest, it's going to suck. Actually, knowing I wont be there now sucks. Suck so hard. But in life one has to make unpleasant sacrifices to experience amazing-ness down the road. 

At least that's what I keep telling myself.

Even if one can't attend a festival this season there's no reason to not incorporate a few of the trends into our daily outfits. Whether it's a fun lip color (this one is amazing), denim pieces, or a never before tried braided style - all these little things are a fun way to spruce up any outfit.

Jacket: Zara (old similar here)  Sweater: Madewell (old similar here)  Shorts: Old (similar style)  Necklace: Athra Luxe  Ring: Kendra Scott  Purse: Elliott Lucca  Sunglasses: Madewell  Boots: Wanted  Sheer Tights: Hanes  Socks: c/o Boohoo.com  Lipgloss: c/o NARS - Priscilla

I'm particularly indulging in not having to worry about my hair for a few days and am thinking about doing my hair done a bit more throughout the year. You know, just to mix things up.

What do you think?

Photos by Lydia Hudgens.

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Pink Lady

We're almost in the long stretch for amazing spring!

But since we're in the over 50 degree threshold might as well start busting out the bare legs now. Oh bare-leg season how I miss you.

I've been finding the sleekest spring office dresses from LongTallSally.com - appropriate for work, cocktails, and baring legs obvi. If you're on the tall side of things - definitely recommend you checking it out.

For this particular dress, I wanted to play with spring's pastel trends but keep it professional enough to head into client meetings. Skip the sunnies and I fit right in at my creative office space. Here's another look with the same jacket. Or as my Ma says, "my age."

If you've been following along on the blog, you know I've been prepping pretty hardcore for bare leg season. Every other week I discovered a new brand that gave me moisturized skin to combat winter's harsh elements. All of them amazing and each one served its purpose. 

This week I saw a Body BB Cream from Jergens and had a very "WTF" moment shortly followed by a "I need to try that."

Sound familiar?

It had the words "Body Perfecting" on the packaging, so I had to try it.

It definitely had a strong smell, but then again so does my hairspray. It made my legs silky soft with a luminous glow and gave them some much needed color. The color did get a little deeper with continued used but no orange Jersey Shore streaks here. P.s. Notice how they are not blindingly pale!

Although the BB cream couldn't fix my knees, nothing really can, it's a great cream to use as we transition to sans tights weather. If you're skin is more on the sensitive side tread lightly, this may be not-so-great for your skin.

Jacket: bebe (old similar here)  Graphic Dress: c/o Long Tall Sally  Sunglasses: Asos (old similar style)  Necklace: Capwell+Co  Ring: House of Harlow 1960  Purse: Cambridge Satchel Co. (selling mine here)  Booties: Easy Spirit  Lipgloss: Buxom Full-On Lipgloss in Megan

On that note, any tips on how I can make my knees looks less rough around the edges. Seriously, ALL the sugar scrubs can't save them at this point. HALP.

Photos by Victor Cerejo.

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City Slicker

Honesty hour: I absolutely do not wear heels during my rush hour commutes. 

But really, who does in New York City? 

If you're able to handle a rickety train during rush hour in 5 inch heels, more power to ya. 

You would think a girl born and bred here would be able to master that by now - NOPE. Instead I mastered the art of balance sans subway poles. Not complaining because it does come in pretty handy during flu season and every season.

Since the hour hasn't passed, I will mention a few more truths.

Recently, I've been cleaning out my closet and haven't touched my undies - ignored it basically. With a past that includes lingerie shop girl at Bloomies, one would expect better. Normally I get Calvins, so got a few fresh necessities from them but also wanted to try something new (i.e. great fit). 

Lo and behold, Third Love was able to customize a bra to my exact fit. For those of you in need of a fitting, consider their phone app which will act as your personal fitter. Remember, a great fit can save your back and posture. It goes without saying the fabric and make is way better than a few of its contemporaries too - my boobs can attest to it.

Last truths, to hide my tired (or burned by Peroxiclear solution) eyes I heavily rely on sunglasses. Don't we all? 

Once indoors all bets and sunglasses are off. I recently discovered Besamé's brightening violet powder; it does wonder for the designer bags hidden underneath my eyes. Not only that, it sops up all the oil on my skin (handy for shoots like this) and looking semi-presentable for last minute meetings.

Coat: H&M (similar here)  Striped Shirt: J. Crew  Pants: Old (similar style)  Necklace: Marc Jacobs (similar)  Watch: RumbaTime  Purse: Rebecca Minkoff  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Sneakers: Nike  Heels: Jessica Simpson  Lipgloss: c/o NARS - Priscilla  Face Powder: c/o Besamé Brightening Violet Powder

If your curious to see my Q train lewk, well here it is. These Theas are heavy on the comfort and dope factor.

Photos by Lydia Hudgens.

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