true grit

Other than having a strong affinity for white dresses, crop tops, and bell bottoms- I also really like baggy t-shirts. Like really like them. This is not to be confused with normal, fitted tees. The more I feel like I'm drowning in it, the better. Oh and did you notice the motorcycle? Never did I ever think I would get on the back of one. But alas, I am a certified biker babe (passenger). Honestly, NEVER, say never. I swore hell would freeze over before I got on one due to the obvious fears. But, I have a really persistent boyfriend who is amazing at hurling me out of my comfort zone. Probably a poor choice of words. But in the end, it ain't so bad!  

Urban Outfitters boyfriend jeans, tunic tee, and necklace

salsit x little black boots giveaway

Hope you party people had an amazing weekend! I spent Saturday hanging out with family and ending it with an overly indulgent time at the fair. I tried deep fried red velvet cake and I don't think I'm the same person anymore. Also, new week- new giveaway! To enter, head to my Instagram and you can be the proud new owner of this perfect summertime frock!

Salsit copper dress / PYLO prairie choker and serpent arm cuff / Dolce Vita montey heels

paradise city

Had the pleasure of meeting up with the wonderful Sisilia Piring for a fun little shoot in a desert oasis far from any desert. It's always great working with new people. I pretty much only shoot with my boyfriend, but when awesome people come knocking on my door I just can't say no! Definitely looking forward to the next one with this radical babe!

Also, absolutely obsessed with this dress. I got compliments on it all day long. Perfect amount of romantic, sweet, and sexaaay. So easy to throw on and look put together. And you know me, that's my jam. I'll take one in at least a dozen colors please!

Jen's Pirate Booty petunia tunic via Daily Look

some kind of wonderful

This past weekend was the birthday of our beloved USA. If there's something you should know about me, it is that I love me a long weekend. So many days to sleep in it's criminal. My college bestie and roommate throughout 90% of my San Diego years came down to visit for the weekend. Not only was it amazing seeing her, but it also spawned a SDSU reunion with my other college homies. There was some beach time and lots of beer guzzling. Also got to shoot at this amazing location wearing this skirt from Largo Drive that I have been dying for! Aside from the happy times, I did encounter a major bummer. If you follow me on Instagram you may have already seen my emo post, but just in case you didn't I'll give you the cliffnotes. After going to a museum in Westwood (yes I was incredibly confused and undoubtedly don't understand art) my boyfriend and I went to eat at a restaurant. By mistake we left his camera behind and returned to it being stolen. Quite possibly one of the most gut wrenching feelings I've felt in a while. Of course things like this happen sometimes and that is just life rearing it's ugly head. It can't always be rainbows and lollipops. But god damn! There has been a lot more clouds than rainbows lately. Thankfully material possessions can be replaced and far greater tragedies happen every day. So we are chalking this up to bad luck with a bit of carelessness...and a heavy dose of some stranger's greed. And so, we keep on keepin' on. Brighter days are ahead! 

For Love & Lemons buenas noche skirt via Largo Drive / Vanessa Mooney choker

pylo x little black boots giveaway

Be still my gypsy heart. After yearning for a pair of high-waist denim that gives me legs for days and a booty that won’t quit, the bell bottom gods have heard my prayers. Enter: The PYLO Gypsy. This summer I’m digging the free-spirit, rebel, 70’s vibes. I’m talking messy half-buns, ripped up Americana tees, and scuffed up boots. I want, and I shall, feel like a character from Dazed and Confused even if it kills me. I fancy myself to be quite picky when it comes to the denim department. But since getting these magical pants, I can’t seem to take them off. They are perfect for every occasion and almost all of my manic moods. Did I mention they don’t hinder eating a large meal? Triple gold star bonus brownie points. 

This month I'm throwing three, count 'em THREE, giveaways. Christmas in July is alive and well. To kick things off, PYLO and I are giving away 3 pairs of Gypsy Bell Bottoms to girls we hope will give them good homes. Winner will be announced July 7th. (pssssttt...the more steps you do, the greater your chance of winning) Good luck! And may the odds be ever in your favor.

PYLO gypsy bell bottoms, top, and concho belt

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lace & whiskey

I've been really into florals lately. Florals during summer- shocking. These days I'm either in a dress or bell bottoms. Really doing my part to perpetuate that Southern California stereotype. I follow a lot of New York bloggers a couple of girls in Europe. I see their more polished and monochromatic outfits and I think to myself, YES, I want to be that. But guess what? I turn right around and throw that boho for days outfit on. Can't teach a dog new tricks indeed. 

Lace & Whiskey alina dress / Onna Ehrlich bag / Dailylook necklace