Peplum and Dots

Cashmere Sweater: Grandma's, Vintage; Polka Dot Peplum Blouse: No Label,  Purchased in Hong Kong;
Black Skinny Jeans: Jigsaw London; Blue Loafers: Le Saunda, Hong Kong; Clutch: Madewell; Necklace: Urban Outfitters; Glasses: Prada, Purchased in Hong Kong

I am in love with this polka dotted peplum top 

that I purchased on vacation in Hong Kong. 

I'm also loving my new black skinny jeans that are from Jigsaw London, 

which is the new company I am working for. 

Jigsaw has an amazing collection of classic pieces that still incorporate the hottest trends. 

xx, 

Akl

Vintage Dots

Magenta Cardigan: Forever21; Polka Dot Blouse: Vintage; Geometric Shorts: BDG, Urban Outfitters; Leather Bag: Cole Haan; Shoes: Chucks; Navy Sunnies: Nordstroms 

My sister, who works in costume design, is visiting at the moment. 

She gave me this awesome vintage polka dot blouse from one of the sets. 

I love the collar on this blouse! The collar has an awesome shape. 

Once the fall season hits, it will look really great layered under a dress. 

xx, 

Akl

Anchoring Down the Mix & Match

Blouse: UK Style by French Connection, Sears; Anchor Pants: Forever21; Oxford Flats: Urban Outfitters; Necklace: Stella & Dot; Stone Bracelet: Vintage, Circa 1960s;  Sunnies: H&M; Bag: Vintage Coach

As I said in the last post, I'm obsessed with mixing prints. 

Sometimes it is fun to be a bit bold with it: 

color blocking or pairing obvious pattern combinations can be a bit bland at times. 

These anchor pants are such a great fit and the print is too cute. 

The color of the pant looks great against the green hues in the blouse. 

Also, I am absolutely in love with this vintage bracelet, which belonged to my great aunt. 

Each stone has beautiful details, which have been carved into the stone. 

When I walked out of the house, I thought this might have been too much, 

but after looking at these pictures, this might be one of my favorite looks yet. 

xx,

Akl

Put A Bow On It

Shirt: Sway; Shorts: BDG, Urban Outfitters; Loafers: Cole Haan; Clutch: Madewell; Hair Bow: Forever21

Yes, the title is a Portlandia reference...

except I am less of a bird person and more of a bow gal. 

I love my new Cole Haan loafers that I snagged at Nordstrom's anniversary sale. 

They are a great classic shoe that is comfortable and chic. 

One really can't go wrong when wearing a good pair of shoes. 

xx,

Akl

Hi-Lo Layers

Dress: Sway; Button Up: Sway; Shoes: Urban Outfitters; Two Toned Leather Clutch: Madewell; White Sunnies: Therapy; Necklace: Stella&Dot

Jackie and I had the pleasure of having our photos taken by our friend Emily,

 who did an amazing job capturing both of our looks. 

I love this hi-lo dress but the length was a little too short on me.

Resolution: Layer on a button up to create an length illusion. 

Plus, I love to be a bit preppy, so this all worked out veryyy well for me!

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Multiple Versions: Dotted Button Up

I think I am absolutely in love with this silk dotted blouse. 

Something about its abstracted dots, making them look like olives in my opinion, 

makes this shirt unique from every other dotted shirt out there. 

I literally have been wearing it non stop...

yesterday I decided to pair it with my new shorts from Urban. 

The combination of geometric shapes was so much fun!

Unfortunately, once I got to the city, my look had to become a bit more weather appropriate.

AKA throw on the layers and pull on the leggings. 

It gets so damn breezy in the bay. 

But hey, I can't complain about the weather...

at least the sun was out rather than the fog :P

Look: 

Silk Dotted Blouse: Cabi

Navy Printed Shorts: BDG; Urban Outfitters

Hooded Shawl: Cabi

Green Pointed Flats: Steve Madden

Sunnies: H&M

Ring: H&M

xx,

Akl

lunch break

I've been so busy working that it's hard to find time to take looks.

Jackie came by the store with some lunch and we did a really quick shoot. 

I love my new hi-lo lace tank from F21, so cute and perfect for the summer!

Typically I would not wear the long sleeve shirt underneath, 

but  I had to be appropriate for work! :p

And in case you were wondering, our lunch

(Curry Up Now burritos) were amaziiiing!

Look:

Lace Navy Tank: F21

Navy Long Sleeve: J.Crew

High-Waisted Jeans: Urban Outfitters

Woven Loafers

Bag: the Sak

xx,

Akl