Cool Summer

Once I was done with work, 

I met up with Jackie and we quickly pulled together a shoot.

I've been toning down the bright colors recently, 

and playing around with more subtle shades. 

I love this tan dress: the print is interesting but not overwhelming, 

and its layered look gives the dress a really nice shape. 

Look:

Dress: F21

Shoes: DV by Dolce Vita 

Necklace and Ring: Vintage; borrowed from my mom (good thing she is on holiday :P)

xx, 

Akl

Keeping it Simple

I wore this look over the weekend, while I was working, 

and I absolutely love this black dress that I recently got from Forever21.

It was such a great essential steal!

I liked how chic it looked with the black leggings and tan sandals. 

I added a pop of blue to bring some color to the look. 

I am not used to wearing such a simple fit- I am such a huge fan of colors and prints- 

but sometimes it is nice to switch it up!

Look:

Black Dress: Forever21

Black Leggings

Tan Sandals: Steve Madden 

Bag: Burberry 

Necklace: Outside Market; Visby 

Bug Ring: Vintage

Sunnies: Sway 

xx, 

Akl

P.S. We always be needin our candidzzz! 

Poodle Sitting

This weekend I looked after Poppy, who belongs to Jackie's mom. 

He is the sweetest poodle that you will ever meet. 

Although he is small and craves lots of attention, it was so much fun to look after him.

...I will admit: I got a bit attached and it was hard to see him leave.

But regardless, Jackie and I utilized our time with him and decided to take a look!

Jackie also styled me this day, which is always fun,

because you never know what your friends will pull out of your closet!

Look:

Trench: F21

Skirt: H&M

Woven Leather Loafers

Bracelet: Vintage; circa 1960s

Ring: Vintage

xx,

Akl

video exclusive

Whenever we are about to do a shoot, Jackie and I always find ourselves in "the zone."

For some, like our photographer (Jackie's BF Justin), can find this a tad bit annoying.

I had to post this video because it made me laugh so hard. 

Justin is clearly trying to get our attention, and of course, we are way too self consumed to care. 

Girls will be girls...

Day Off

I had the day off work yesterday, so I drove down to Santa Cruz to hang out with Jackie. 

We had such a fun time, and took these awesome shots on a cliff that overlooked the Pacific Ocean. 

Summer is just around the corner,

 so bright colors and showing a little skin felt like a necessity. 

Look:

Shirt: F21

Shorts: F21

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Pearl Necklace: J.Crew

Circle Necklace: Ann Taylor

All Rings: Vintage

Sunnies: H&M

xx, 

Akl

sunday afternoon

It's so hard for me to put into words the relationship I have with Jackie. 

We always seem to find ourselves in the weirdest situations: today was no different. 

While taking some our pictures, we made some friends in the process...

(They were totally checking out our fits :p) 

Look:

Dress: French Connection

Espadrille Wedges: Dolce Vita

Cashmere Sweater: Vintage

Clutch: Vintage

xx, 

Akl

P.S. love me some candids...

Rory Beca for F21 ..Take 2

This is the Rory Beca skirt that I purchased at the same time I got the tank. 

I love the pattern and color of the skirt, and it flows in such a beautiful way. 

The mint sequin cropped top was a present from my aunt. It's a vintage piece from Paris. 

Jackie and I decided that the sequin shirt gave the whole look a bit of a pop, 

and as a result, I gained the alter ego of Party Princess.

Party Princess Look: 

Mint Sequin Top: Vintage; purchased in Paris

Skirt: Rory Beca for Forever21

Litas: Jeffery Campbell 

Vintage Necklace

xx,

Akl

"it's okay party princess..we'll get you to the party!"

Rory Beca for F21

I love my new tiered tank: its going to be perfect for the summer!

I also got a skirt in this print- so cute-

but sadly does not look good put together with the top!

Either way, both pieces look amazing separately!

Look:

Blazer: F21

Tank: Rory Beca for F21

Shorts: Express

Litas: Jeffery Campbell

Bracelet: Liquid Metal Jewelry 

xx, 

Akl


p.s.
Jackie and I are really ridiculous when we get together..babies on fire.