SWEET STYLE // HACKWITH DESIGN HOUSE

Wearing:
The Royal Jumper from Hackwith Design House
Forever 21 Hat & Rings
Zara Scarf
Young Frankk Bracelet 
Naturalizer Boots
Vintage Sweater

I've been a fan of Hackwith Design House for a while now and was thrilled when they sent me the Royal Jumper to feature on my blog. It's just the kind of thing I like to wear. It's comfortable, stylish and a gorgeous color. I also love the faint plaid pattern and it has pockets (my favorite). Hackwith releases less than 25 of each style, which assures your clothing will be unique and of course made with love (in America!). Every week they release a new design and today this jumper gets released (only 12 were made). Make sure to check out their site to see all their designs.  

photos by kimberly genevieve

SWEET STYLE. CULVER CITY

wearing:
club monaco shirt
club monaco sweater
madewell jeans
aldo boots
nixon watch
vintage coach bag

Ever since I bought this sweater on sale, I have not been able to take it off. It's like a lovely wool cocoon, perfect for a day of running errands like today. 

**thanks to my darling friends jacqui for taking these photos

SWEET STYLE. LA JOLLA AVE

wearing:
club monaco dress
loeffler randall oxfords
madewell and anthropologie bracelets
wendy mink and banana republic rings

SWEET STYLE. MOUNT TAM

wearing:
dolce vita dress
vintage turquoise bracelet
madewell bracelet {similar style}
wendy mink ring
aldo ankle boots {similar style}

On our last night in Marin, we drove to my favorite mountain - Mount Tamalpais,  to watch the sunset. It is a magical place with redwood forest to one side and rolling hills of gold to another. The wind was severe, but the transcendent views stopped me from minding. 

SWEET STYLE. NAPA

wearing:

loeffler randall jacket {similar style}

gap sweater

madewell jeans

vintage loafers {similar style}

forever 21 hat

On our drive to the campsite in Napa, one of our friend's cars over heated. Since we had a little time to kill waiting for AAA, James and I explored this unmarked road lined with oak trees. In Los Angeles, roads overgrown with lush greenery are a rarity, so It was somewhat of a welcomed change of scenery. 

SWEET STYLE. RUE + GAP

Last month I was asked by Rue Magazine to participate in their Gap Styld.by campaign. I know, such a dream come true! I got to pick a few items from Gap's summer collection to mix with some of my own. I chose a classic v-neck and bright wedges which helped me get that "sweet with an edge" look, I'm always trying to implement in my own style. You can see my shoot along with three other amazing bloggers in the latest issue of Rue {starting on page 30}.

Here's a little behind the scenes video of our photo shoot by Modshift...

I want to give an enormous thank you to Rue Magazine and Gap for including me in this campaign! I can't tell you how much fun I had. To see more styles make sure to check out styld.by

photos by Angela & Ithyle 

styling by Jen Pinkston

makeup & hair by 10.11.Makeup 

SWEET STYLE. BOYFRIEND

wearing:
alexa chung for madewell shirt
asos chiffon neck bow
forever 21 studded belt
zara boyfriend jeans
madewell bracelet {similar style}
rachel comey heels

This has pretty much been my uniform lately- boyfriend jeans, a collared shirt, loafers in the day, heels and a little lipstick at night. I had been searching for the perfect ripped boyfriend jean for a while until I saw these on Catherine of The Life Styled. When she told me they were from Zara, I went to find them the very next day and they have been on heavy rotation since.

SWEET STYLE. PINEAPPLE EXPRESS

wearing:
whistles pineapple dress
vintage loafers {similar style}
vintage coach bag via ebay
madewell bracelet
wendy mink & catbird rings 


On Sunday the boyfriend and I took a bike ride around our neighborhood. The sun was shining and it seemed like the perfect occasion to wear my new favorite dress. I am not usually one for cutsie patterns, but this dress was irresistible to me with it's vintage cut and subtle colors. 

SWEET STYLE. PALM {SPRING BREAK}

wearing:
h&m top and pants
vintage loafers 
vintage coach purse
nixon watch
madewell jewelry

I love these h&m pants. They've been a fun and daring {for me} addition to my spring wardrobe. Sadly I only got to wear this outfit for a few hours because it got way too hot for pants and long sleeves. But I'm glad we managed to get a few shots in first. 

I can't believe a week ago today we were driving back from Palm Springs. This week went by at lightening speed and I'm thrilled to be welcoming the weekend. But before I can enjoy a few days off, I've got a photo shoot for Glitter Guide today. Fun fun! 

Happy Weekend! xo

SWEET STYLE. CYPRESS GROVE

Here is another outfit from last week in Marin. I have been wearing my asos coat nonstop along with my loeffler randall smoking slippers. They have quickly become staples in my wardrobe. I found these blue sunnies at Anthropologie recently and couldn't believe the affordable price tag. Since I tend to be drawn to a lot of neutrals I love the subtle punch of color they add to an outfit... 

wearing:
asos coat {first seen here}
club monaco top {first seen here}
f21 trousers {first seen here}
loeffler randall loafers
vintage coach bag {from ebay}
h&m belt
anthropologie sunglasses
gjorjana, wendy mink & catbird rings

SWEET STYLE. A GRAY DAY

We had the most amazing time in Marin this past weekend. We got to do non stop cuddling with the most adorable babies and I got the autumn weather I've been dreaming of. It seems the only time we can photograph style posts these days is when we go out of town. It's as good a time as any I guess, since the backdrops are ever changing. On this day, we drove to the Tomales Bakery for cheese sticks and hot apple cider and then later stopped by Hog Island Oyster Co. for some of my favorite kumamotos. It was drizzling and the trees were covered with the most vibrant red and orange leaves. I was in heaven...

wearing:

loeffler randall jacket {similar style}

madewell shirt {similar style} & sweater

j brand maria jeans

aldo boots

vintage coach bag {from ebay}

gorjana, wendy mink & catbird rings

SWEET STYLE. THATCHER ROAD

The boy and I decided to drive up to the bay area last night to see both of his sister's and their new babies. I am so excited to spend the weekend cuddling with his one month and one week old nieces. Lucky me!
Speaking of babies, here is a little look at what I wore to Lilly's baby shower. It was 88 degrees in Ojai that day, so I decided to wear an old favorite- my leopard dress from Zara {you might remember it from the Glitter Guide Launch Party}. I love the quilted texture of the dress and the feminine shape. It is definitely one of those pieces you can dress up or down which always comes in handy...  

wearing:
zara dress {first seen here}
old aldo oxfords {similar style}
bonlook glasses
target socks
madewell bracelet 


**photos by the lovely kate danson