Different Look: Snapback vs. Floppy Hat

I purchased this snapback earlier this summer because I left all my everyday hats back at my apartment. This is my first snapback and I bought it mainly because I needed a hat and plus it was only $3! It's definitely a statement piece and bolder than my usual adorn baseball caps.

Shirt: H&M
Shorts: Forever21
Shoes: Target
Purse: Forever21
Sunglasses and Snapback - rue21

I also think this floral shirt is pretty bold for my taste and consequently been collecting dust in my closet. I decided to donate it and hopefully it'll receive the love that it deserves. 

Floppy Hat: Wet Seal

Fitting Room Try-ons and Recent Purchase: Ann Taylor, GAP, Francesca's, and Express

The World Cup has just ended yesterday and summer is drawing to a close. Before school resumes, I'll make it a goal to have at least two posts published. I've also been thinking of incorporating some verses from my poems in my posts. Perhaps in the near future!

For this post, I want to share these IRL pictures from last month purchase and fitting room try-ons at Ann Taylor and an item each at GAP, Francesca's, and Express. I'm 4'11" and ~95 lbs. Items still available online are included with clickable links right below the images. Just to forewarn, this is a picture-heavy post!

waist adjustable with two button-tabs

This is my favorite style lately -pairing button-down shirt and dressy trouser with sneakers! 

Closet Remix: Floral Tunic & Denim Body-con Skirt

These pictures were taken a couple moons ago. I made it a goal then to remix some closet items that haven't received much love. This denim body-con skirt fits the category and also proved to be a challenge to style! It's still a challenge to me; however, I have several ideas in mind and can't wait to try them out with various body-con skirts I own.

Shirt: Decree // Sweater: GAP
Skirt: Pacsun
Shoes: Dr. Martens via PLNDR
Sunglasses: Wet Seal

Although on the heavier side, these shoes are versatile, comfortable, and water-proof!

Mandy Desert Boot Wedge in gray

Autumn Hues: Plaid Flannel Shirtdress

Just a quick post to share a few pictures taken last month when fall was pretty chilly instead of full-swing winter weather blasting outside. 

Top: Shirtdress - Gap; Sweater - Ann Taylor
Shoes: Kohl's
Bag: Asos similar
Sunglasses: Marshalls

Although I love the colors and plaid pattern (my current fall favorite trend!), I wouldn't recommend this flannel shirtdress as it's very thin, clingy, and wrinkle-prone. 

Happy Thanksgiving, and thank you for reading!

Closet Remix: White Tunic & Floral Denim Skirt

One of my goals in starting a fashion blog is to breathe life to items, I already owned, that haven't gotten enough wear. As much as I like to shop, I prefer to maintain a curated closet with classic and versatile pieces. I have yet to achieve this objective, but notice tiny improvements such as choosing neutral colors items and avoiding trendy pieces. 

Shirt: Wet Seal
Skirt: Target kids
Shoes: New York & Company
Hat - Wet Seal similar; Necklace - Forever 21

Personally, I prefer wearing shorts under skirts and dresses to avoid any mishaps -thanks to my Mom for having instilled this habit in me at a young age : ).

Sunglasses: Marshalls

As July draws to an end for August to begin, I feel bittersweet for many reasons. Hope you enjoy the remaining days, and look forward to a new month ahead!   

carefree summer days enjoyed with bunnies hopping and birds chirping

Fitting Room Review: Banana Republic's Post-Independence-Day Sale

*Updated*

June and July are months of major retail sales with plenty of shops running their semi-annual clearance and various steep discounts. Yesterday as I was walking to Macy's for an errand, I casually glanced at Banana Republic and noticed their orange door sticker of 40% off. I retraced several steps to check if I misread the sign because BR rarely offers a steep discount. Turned out, it was extra 40% off sale items! 

1) Essential Silk/Cotton V-Neck (XS; pale gold)

Essential Silk/Cotton V-Neck

Although the 60% silk and 40% cotton were ultra soft, I didn't love this particular V-neck design and excessive sleeve length on my petite frame. Passed. 

2) Lynda Animal Print Cardigan (XS)

similar

This cardigan wasn't love at first sight, but I soon adored it after trying it on. The sleeves' width and length weren't perfect, but this piece won me over in the end for its potential versatility in my closet. I envisioned pairing it with pencil skirts or cropped trousers for meetings and classes -especially on a rainy day! Purchased for $14.98 (orig. $69.50).

Black and White: Cutout Sweater & Lace Paneled Skirt

I wandered into Forever 21, several weeks ago, casually browsing for a cream skirt. I was interested in one that could complement and balance my petite frame when paired with some of my knits and longer tops. This one immediately caught my eyes mainly for its dainty lace pattern, unique lace panel, and frayed scallop hemline. To seal the deal, I found an XS (which F21 only carries in selected items)!

Sweater: Bisou Bisou
Skirt: Forever 21
Shoes: Target
Purse: Forever 21
Sunglasses: gifted

I kept the outfit simple in black and white -one of the hottest trends for this summer! The bold details from each piece (cutout sweater, lace skirt, strappy heels, woven chain-link purse) combined to exude a chic feminine street style : ).