I've been wearing this fun, nautical-type boatneck top a lot this past week. It seems to go with everything.
7.21.2014
6.05.2014
Latest Evening Wear
The best part about Summer is the long evenings. The sun sets for hours and hours, making everything so sultry and relaxing!
And whenever I think of sultry and relaxing, one word comes to mind for clothing options:
minimal!
Simply two pieces will do. Thank you.
4.27.2014
Accessorizing My Tiny Style
Keep it simple is always my mantra when putting outfits together. I even prefer simple pieces.
Like these three pieces:
top: Tiny Closet Collection / pants: Zara / heels: Santee Alley
And these new heels definitely align with my need for less-is-more. Aint they fresh?
That all being said... since I insist on downplaying, simplifying, "chic-ing" my wardrobe style, I have never underestimated the power of healthy hair and a bright face to enhance my style. I know this is old, old news that we've all heard from our mothers and grandmothers but I've been putting some time into vamping up my hair and makeup game lately. To accessorize the less-is-more simplicity of my outfits.
Yes, yes my makeup and hair are still.simple. but I made a few tweaks - one being lashes. I always thought fake lashes were wonderful for a date, an event, something special. But I recently realized for me, they're a fabulous accessory. I was amazed. While experimenting with wardrobe styling, I was surprised to see that wearing fake lashes actually enhance my clothing - not just my face.
Also, I've upgraded my hair game big time! As I've been mentioning recently, I got a helmet dryer. I no longer use a blow dryer to dry my wash and go - too brutal for my length. Sooooo in comes the helmet dryer. And what a frickin change it has made!!!!! It took some time to understand and master its use but my curls have never been so healthy and defined. I admit, my natural hair has always had a presence that I've honestly just accepted and ignored but now it's become a great accessory that, again, enhances my Tiny wardrobe.
Simple can a lot of times just be simple, casual, maybe even boring or drab. Nobody wants that.
What makes simple chic is the natural details.
So since I don't care too much for jewelry all the time, I love that I can still maintain my fresh, femme Tiny style with things I already have.
More on beauty and my new hair routine later this week :)
4.21.2014
Breaking For Bread
I hope you had a wonderful Easter holiday yesterday!
I squeezed in just a couple quick photos as I barely left my house last weekend. I received both my long awaited helmet dryer in the mail (I will certainly get to that later!), as well as a couple new Vogue sewing patterns to help me create some tricky designs that have been brewing in my head.
Anyway, this dress quickly became the "it" item in my closet throughout the weekend: roomy, draping, primarily comfortable and one piece. But would I have it any other way? Come on.
And perhaps you recognize the design? I made the original one last Spring, actually. This one is a lighter version and perfect for more domestic uses :) I have exciting plans for this dress in the future as you will soon see.
dress: The Tiny Closet Collection / shoes: Converse
Craving a baguette from one of my favorite bodegas, I took a break to run out the door and grab one up to indulge in it all evening. With this big ol' house dress, I didn't even need to change my clothes. I think every gal should have a piece like that in her Tiny wardrobe, don't you?
Now back to hair and sewing!
More on all new happenings this Thursday
2.17.2014
Let Your Closet Influence You!
A couple years ago, I wrote an article for a friend that included tips on how to reach your goals and achieve your dreams through your closet.
The guide and tips were pretty much centered around one theory that many of you have perhaps already heard or read somewhere:
"Dress like the woman you want to be."
By doing this, you're then reminded of the woman you aspire to be every time you see yourself in the mirror.
You get to see what the woman who has achieved what you want to achieve dresses like. In yourself.
And more importantly, if clothing influences our actions (and I strongly believe it does) then if we're dressing like the women we want to be, we would then be influenced to act like the women we want to be as well, right? So essentially we're utilizing our wardrobe to motivate and inspire us to realize our future. I like that.
top: Tiny Closet Collection / pants: Tiny Closet Collection / earrings: Virgo / sunnies: RayBan / heels: Santee Alley
Anywaaaaaaay, I've been thinking about that theory a lot lately as I've found myself gravitating towards more of a concentrated look these days. Envisioning this effortless, casual, chic, warm, understated glamour has been my point of focus and I've been wanting to be surrounded by it! I guess I realized this style is kind of an ideal destiny for myself, and when I wear this look it makes me feel like it's all attainable, you know?
I have a lot of fun with my Tiny Closet and all the countless experiments I do to keep my wardrobe creative and versatile - but it's always clear when I wear something that makes me feel like the best version of myself. It empowers me! And I think that's my favorite thing about clothing and style: its incredible influence.
2.06.2014
A Top Not Like The Others
I've been a crafting/sewing/creating fool lately. February has overdosed me with ideas and inspiration. One of the many little items I've put together recently is this open-sided long sleeve tee:
It was actually a bit by accident. During the fitting, I realized it looked kinda cool without the sides sewn up. So I left it as is. It's cute, yes?
tee: Tiny Closet Collection / jeans: American Apparel / wedges: Santee Alley
Instead of a bra, I went with a simple white bandeau since the sides are completely open. I put on my high waist jeans and some wedges and was off. A minimal outfit that is just outside of "basic". So for the warmer weather days, this is a creative alternative to jeans and tee.
8.12.2013
To Carnival
On a particularly boring Friday evening, the type of evening when no one can agree on what to do, I got a text from the roomy about a charming little carnival in Noho.
Done.
Hotdogs, churros, rides and slides. Finally, something we can agree on!
The swing ride is for "Swingers", heehee :)
tee: The Tiny Closet Collection / button up: thrifted / cut offs: Paper Denim / belt: GAP / all jewelry thrifted / flats: Breckelle's / bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB
I was in a red and gold mood that evening. Gold accessories with red stripes and red buffalo check. It's been a while since I've worn that flannel button up and it was perfectly comfy cozy for evening carnivaling.
Saltiest fries I've ever had! I was nearly hallucinating.
cage ring: Forever21
Needless to say it was a fun, spontaneous evening out. A good cure for the boredom blues. Since Theo and I don't really do that well with routine, we'll have to start exploring more of L.A. and beyond, now that we've settled into our hood pretty well.
Looking forward to sharing more outings in the future :)
7.03.2013
American
Independence Day is tomorrow and every year I let the holiday go by just like any other day. Yes, I love the fireworks and can't help taking up someone's invite to an immense barbecue of course... but this year, July 4th is tugging at my heartstrings a bit.
I guess I've been thinking about it and I can say, in my own life that I have personally never felt more free, more independent and more self-sufficient than right now....
Coincidentally, there's a holiday where I can celebrate all those feelings.
I recently saw a delicious photo on my Instagram feed and now I can't find it again for the life of me! Cool-watermelon-eating girl, if you are reading this, thank you for the yummy inspiration :)
This is officially now the only way I will eat a watermelon.
And I plan to eat a lot of these mini ones all holiday long.
Continuing on my stripe obsession, I thought it would be cool to make a red & white striped version of my Tiny Closet Collection tees.
Worn with some comfy blue jeggings stretch denims, I am fully prepared to enjoy the festivities.
So Happy Fourth of July to everyone!
Wherever you are, I hope you are enjoying your day and appreciating where you are, where you came from and what you're made of. Who run the world? lol
Be young, be dope, be proud...
Like an American.
- Lana del Rey
3.21.2013
Some S/S Excitement
As I'm actively preparing for Spring and Summer, loading up on lots of gorgeous fabric, my interest has been held lately with stripes and chevron prints.
I'm sooooo into it these days. And while I'm going gaga for stripes, I dove right into it with this newest Tiny Closet Collection piece.
Do we like?
This buttery striped jersey maxi dress I whipped up will now be the perfect pull on for almost anything.
And I left it a bit longer than normal so I can pair it with heeled sandals during the Summer.
With stripes and 3/4 length sleeves, I designed this simple thing to just be a modern and versatile version of the muumuu. So it can be a cozy dress to lounge in at home or wear out to grab my groceries, and theeen! -- add some gold accessories and some heels and it can be an elegant, easy dress to wear to my neighborhood rooftop bar.
Whoo! Easy breeeeezy!
Just how I want the Spring and Summer months to be :)
dress: Tiny Closet Collection / shoes: CMG / earrings: thrifted
2.07.2013
Navy & Coral
What a pleasant match I came across this morning as I prepared to step out for an early appointment.
One of my favorite finds from Driftwood, my Ralph Lauren striped sailor top. And my skin tight coral pants from Zara. Because this particular coral has a nude undertone, it goes well with the cream and navy stripes in my top.
top: Ralph Lauren / pants: Zara / heels: Aldo
I wear glasses when I don't feel like putting on concealer or mascara. I find glasses lessen the pain of looking at me in the face when I've skipped my beauty routine, ha!
If you're like me and can't leave the house without eye makeup, try wearing glasses (real or fake) on those lazy days. It works!
Going to a block party in my new neighborhood tonight!
I'm excited :)
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