OnTheRacks

The past week has been a whirlwind. But I am back in action, ready to rumble! New York was a blast. Among my handful of closet additions are these sweet ass Alexander Wang heels. AND I got them on sale (score!). Though I probably should have zipped my wallet closed after purchasing…never drink and shop. :)

And now, for the really good stuff…the winner of the Thrifted Kimono isssssss…SHANNON S. from California. Congrats, girl! Thanks SO much to everyone who entered, and stay tuned for another super awesome giveaway next month. <3

*head to toe: H&M hat, Karen Walker sunglasses, vest worn as dress c/o Lulus.com, random slip, Alexander Wang heels

Spent part of the weekend in sleepy Santa Cruz…which included lounging on the beach, strolling the boardwalk, and a little vintage shopping. Strong sunshine + QT with the people I love = my kind of holiday.

Returned home to enjoy strong margaritas, BBQ’d cheeseburgers and firework gazing. The past three days went by in the blink of an eye…time sure flies when you’re having fun! Hope y’all had a marvelous 4th. <3

*head to toe: Urban Outfitters hat, Karen Walker sunglasses, Zara dress, American Apparel clutch, Jeffrey Campbell shoes

Anyone as excited as I am for 4th of July and the long weekend? Our big plans include margarita making, a quick trip to Santa Cruz and staying in bed ’til noon at least once.

So looking forward to a little time on the road, time with good friends and a fireworks show to top it all off. Enjoy the sunshine, lovelies! <3

*head to toe: random scarf, Karen Walker sunglasses, button down c/o Need Supply, Alexander Wang Diego bag, Zara shorts, Jeffrey Campbell shoes

Last week I had the huge pleasure of spending the day with my friends at ThreadSence for this super cool Mixology feature! I arrived to find racks of jaw dropping pieces, and was able to style them however I wanted — like a kid in a candy store, I tell you. Nothing says summer like a pair of cutoff short shorts or a giant sunhat. When it comes to fashion, I just love this time of year. Click the images above to see the ingredients for each style! <3

Blake and I spent the past few days in Santa Barbara for my sister’s graduation. We stayed at the most adorable B&B (with free wine and a charming little garden!) – caught up with family, enjoyed the sunshine, and celebrated like crazy. The party continues, and I will be spending the next week or so at “home” in Orange County. I cannot wait to get a freaking tan — majorly vitamin D deprived over here…

*head to toe: H&M sunhat, SEE sunglasses, Seneca Rising striped maxi dress c/o Seneca Rising, Audrey blazer borrowed from my sis, Jeffrey Campbell cage sandals

Decided against Bay to Breakers (aka annual shit show disguised as a race) again this year, and opted for a mellow lunch/afternoon movie instead. My liver and dignity are thanking me. :)

Been on the hunt for a pair of wide leg jeans for some time, so I was pretty stoked to come across these babies at Wasteland for $30. Love when that happens! Kinda digging the 70′s vibe that’s coming back…

*head to toe: Spanish Trails hat c/o Modcloth, crochet top from Thrifted.net, American Apparel clutch, Colbert jeans, Alexander Wang mules

Some miscellaneous snaps from our recent trip to Santa Barbara. Brunched on State Street, strolled through a sea of bikes, and spent some quality drinking time with my sister and her friends. Nothing like a weekend in a beach town with the people (and dog) you love most.

*wearing: THRIFTED.net sheer tunic, Deena & Ozzy hat, Karen Walker sunglasses, LF shorts, Jeffrey Campbell Litas, YSL ring. Daina is wearing Ray-Bans and a chambray shirt from LF.

Spent the weekend in Santa Barbara visiting my sis with Blake and Lola. We had an awesome time drinking mimosas, hanging by the beach, and talking late into the night. I’ve convinced myself that regressing to embrace my former college self is a good thing, on occasion — the excitement of a renegade trip is exactly what I needed. And I got to play dress-up with my sister’s clothes…major bonus! :)

*Karen Walker sunglasses, hat, crochet tunic and shoes c/o my sister’s closet, YSL arty ring, bra from Urban, vintage Levi’s from LF

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If you live in SF, stop by The Blue Jeans Bar on Union tomorrow (Friday) between 1 and 5pm for cocktails and discounted denim! Kasil Workshop designer, David Lim, will be there and you can score 20% off the collection. See you there?!

Spent a long weekend in Las Vegas…caught up with Blake’s wonderful family, got freaky on The Strip, and lost way too much money at the blackjack tables. Should I have spent the cash on something more important like a new purse? Probably. But hey, that’s the name of the game.

I’ve decided it is time for a closet purge, which happens to be a torturous act for me. Parting with my things is not something that comes easy, but our lack of closet space is no joke. Finding this skirt for $6 at Crossroads when I dropped off a bag of clothes has made the process a little easier. :)

*head to toe: LF sunhat, Tufi Duek backless top, vintage skirt, Topshop wedges

I can’t believe it has taken me this long to do a Grateful Dead shirt outfit post! My dad, being the Deadhead he is, has dozens – and a few years back my sister and I got to ransack the collection. After arguing about who got what, this one was among a handful I claimed. It’s been worn to death and is the most comfortable thing ever….my favorite shirt, by far.

Here I am dressed down at Lafayette park for boardgames and beers with friends. The weekends are WAY too short.

head to toe: H&M hat, Karen Walker sunglasses, vintage Grateful Dead shirt, Levi’s from LF, Wang bag, St.Eve dangle bangle, Tod’s flats