Oxblood.

Dark brown jacket c/o Bebe, Gold spike necklace c/o Jeweliq, Black 'Celine Dion' shirt, Oxblood gifted Alyssa Nicole skater skirt via Chictopia Rewards, Brown 'Love' bracelet c/o Buy Love Give Love, Brown Cheetah clutch c/o DAAME, Brown Zara sandal heels, Rings: Bauble Bar ring gifted by the boyfriend :), Gold arrow ring via Crossroads Trading.

Ever since last Fall season for fashion trends, one that has stuck with me was the 'Oxblood' trend. Funny how the name of that color is so graphic, but its beginning to become my favorite color for Fall.  I fell in love with this skate skirt because of how feminine yet unique with the sheer overlay.  Designer Alyssa Nicole created such a beautiful silhouette and piece. This outfit is more on the edgier side with darker colors, a biker jacket, and a spike necklace for accessories.  I decided to add a pop of print to the outfit with the cheetah clutch.  Again, a transitional Fall outfit, but I'll definitely be living in cozy sweaters this Fall / Winter seasons.

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Hope you lovelies have been doing well! Woo, Happy Friday! Longest week ever, but I really feel like I'm doing well in all the tasks and projects I've had at my job.  It's all a learning experience, but I'm happy I'm moving in the right direction.  

Hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead! I'm celebrating both my little brother's and boyfriend's birthdays this Sunday.  I surprised them with tickets to the Niners game! Doing a tail-gate party beforehand.  It'll be their first time going, can't wait to go (my first time too!).

Keep inspiring Beautifuls!

xo,

Kathleen

Grunge glam.

Navy blue American Apparel crop top, Gold spike necklace c/o Jeweliq, Navy Zara skirt (similar cute leopard style) and plaid shirt (similar style), Brown leopard clutch c/o DAAME, Brown fox wrap bracelet c/o Jeweliq, Black studded heels c/o Choies (white and red versions).

A trend I can definitely say I have grown fond of and that has shown up multiple times this past NYFW are crop tops.  I think we could thank the gorgeous Liv Tyler from Empire Records (a fave movie too!) for setting the foundation of this great trend.  In addition, bringing back the 90's, loving the plaid and shirts tied around the waist this season.  This print is definitely one of my favorites for Fall.

I love mixing prints, so decided here to pair plaid with a hint of leopard.  And to add to the grungy feel, I accessorized with a spike necklace and these gorgeous studded heels from Choies.

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Thanks so much again lovelies for the sweetest birthday wishes everywhere (twitter, facebook, instagram), had such a great day bc of you guys!  This weekend am going to celebrate with close friends over sushi and the club in the city, can't wait for a fun night.  Hope you lovelies have a great weekend ahead..yep already in that weekend mode ;).

xo,

Kathleen

Polka dot denim.

Blue Viva Vena! shirt dress via Nordstrom Savvy Depart., Gold necklace via Etsy, Arm candy: Brown c/o Jeweliq fox bracelet, Brown gifted Buy Love Give Love 'LOVE' bracelet, Brown Zara heels, Brown Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac.

I recently visited the Nordstrom Savvy department, and can I just say, never have I came across a place I felt so home when looking for clothes that fit my style...I finally did there!  And the sales rack is amazing -- I found this gorgeous Viva Vena! shirt dress there, very my style with the button up blouse top part, and a pretty denim and polka dot pattern.  I decided to keep it casual and comfy with this outfit -- dark browns with the bracelets and trusty Zara sandal heels.  And adding some gold touches with this pretty LOVE bracelet from Buy Love Give Love and my social media handle necklace.

Hope you lovelies are having a great week so far! So happy the end of the week is coming close..I am very very ready for the weekend (as usual, it's been a longg week where rest is much needed!).

xo,

Kathleen

LuLu*s x Inspirafashion $100 Gift Card Festival Contest!

Photography by Ryan Chua

Black c/o LuLu*s Gypsy Junkies fringe dress, Blue thrifted Levis denim shorts, Red gifted Casper and Pearl floral headband, Burgundy gifted Kurt Geiger ankle boots, Brown Karen Walker super duper strength sunglasses, Black c/o Jeweliq 'pretty in spikes' necklace, Gold armor ring via Crossroads Trading.

I'm very excited for this post, firstly because this is my favorite time of year (besides Christmas) with Spring/Summer fast approaching and the music festival season coming up: Coachella, Outsidelands, and everything in between.  Floral crowns, fringe, high-waisted denim shorts, sunnies, just scream the bright and amazing vibe that come with music festivals.

I'm excited to work with one of my favorite online stores, LuLu*s!
With the festival season coming up, we're bringing to you a really fun music festival inspired contest
to win a $100 LuLu*s gift card!!

Rules for contest entry:

1. Fill out the Rafflecopter below and complete required entries.

2. Once you've completed required entries, also complete this required entry below:

From the Rafflecopter list, please choose either button to create a Polyvore set OR a Pinterest board; 

be sure to include the direct link for either in the Rafflecopter.

Based on your inspiration for music festival fashion, create either:

a) A Polyvore set featuring at least 3 LuLu*s items

b) A Pinterest board featuring at least 3 LuLu*s items

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This contest will run for two weeks, ending on 4/11, Thursday 12:00AM PST.  The winner will be chosen based on Creativity on either Polyvore or Pinterest entries, and extra entries; Myself and LuLu*s will judge the best entry.  The winner will be selected and announced the following week.

And just for fun and as examples, I've created my own Pinterest board and Polyvore set below.

Good luck lovelies on this contest!  Thought it'd be a really fun way to do something creative/artsy for a contest.  Can't wait to see what you come with!  

xo,

Kathleen

      

Clouds part, Just to give us a little sun.

Light pink/blue c/o Papaya Clothing stud blouse, Gold vintage Chanel pin, Silver c/o Jeweliq earrings, Light blue H&M jeans, Pink c/o JewelMint abacus wrap bracelet, Ivory vintage Chanel purse, Tan Zara sandal heels. 

I've always loved blouses and when I found this one from Papaya Clothing -- a combination of pastel blue and pink top (perfect for Spring), I was intrigued mostly by the studded collar.  I find that with my style growing I gravitate toward having also fun with accessories; I was inspired lately by Atlantic Pacific, genius on placing a pin at the collar, a cool spin-off from a bow tie.  Also, I don't wear earrings often but I am loving these silver wing earrings from Jeweliq, their collection of ear candy is amazing!  Currently, eyeing these beauties.

For shoes, I cannot tell you enough how much I love the shoes at Zara (their quality is durable aand more importantly comfortable).  I think most of my closet has Zara haha, I can't help but walk into there to "window shop," and come out with so many items.

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These next few months are going to be way too much fun -- because it involves a lot of travel and music festivals, concerts, and so much more (mostly with my lovely partner in crime, Chanda).  I can't wait to wear more summer outfits also, festival inspired.  Which btw, I am going to host an exciting giveaway soon, hint: music festival inspired.  Stay tuned lovelies!

And speaking of giveaways, excited to announce the winner of the Jeweliq giveaway: congrats to Sassy from  Strictly For The Dance Floor!

Have an amazing rest of the week loves! Friday is almost heeeereeee (sry getting excited bc this week has been too long!!)

P.S. Blog title is from "Limit To Your Love" by Feist, such a sweet song -- definitely recommend :).

xo,

Kathleen