quilted puffer vest

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  in san diego, our version of "winter" would make any mid-westerner or east coaster laugh. i've lived here my whole life and never needed anything heavier than a denim or leather jacket to keep me warm from christmas through easter. so i tend to be pretty picky with which pieces of outerwear i invest in ...

transitioning eyelet into fall

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  i think if you asked most married couples on the secret to a successful relationship, they'd probably answer with some form of this answer --"never stop dating your husband." as cliche as it sounds, with almost eight months of marriage (tomorrow!) under our belts (which makes us experts, obviously), i can already attest to the fact ...

summer trend: critters & fruit

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  besides straw everything (hats! totes! sandals!), one of the biggest trends i've noticed pop up just in time for the season are garments adorned with either critters (various forms of sea life, birds, etc.) or fruit (lemons, berries, watermelon, oh my!). these pieces can add a bit of whimsy to anyone's wardrobe, not to mention, ...

lace-up leggings

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  i recently mentioned my newfound obsession with the workout apparel brand, strut-this but my affections for the company hit a whole new level when i recently received these faux-lace-up legings. much like my moto leggings, these pants make me feel WAY cooler than i really am. kind of like a cool sexy pirate, in fact. at ...

engagementversary

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if we had to choose a favorite restaurant -or at least one that has been tied to some of our favorite memories together as a couple, it would be vintana wine + dine in escondido. it was one of the first restaurants we went to on a double date night with my parents and it's ...

the pants that almost weren’t

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  let me tell you a fun story about these pants. they were the pants that almost weren't. as soon as i spotted them amongst madewell's newest crop of arrivals, i decided i needed to make them mine so i ordered them in a small and anxiously awaited their arrival. unfortunately when i finally had a chance ...

easter wrap dress

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  after our morning bike ride and breakfast date, S and i relaxed at home for a few hours, called our other families to extend easter wishes, as well as showered and changed into new outfits for dinner back at my parents' house. despite the casual vibe of the evening, i insisted on wearing my new ...

(easter) sunday funday

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  i hope you had a wonderful easter! S and i switch off between celebrating with his family and my own and this year, it was our turn to stay local with my parents. in previous years (weather willing), we've planned something active to do together in the morning to burn a few extra calories and ...

bows & gingham

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  madewell skirt (this season's style) || madewell blouse (similar) madewell hat (similar) || j.crew factory shoes || anthropologie clutch (similar)     i don't want to jinx it, but we have been on a run of good springtime weather lately and it has made getting dressed every day a little bit more exciting. i've unearthed some seasonal staples from my wardrobe, ...

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