Sweet stripes.

Light pink c/o Lulus.com striped sheer top, Ivory Forever 21 rhinestone friendship bracelet and pyramid bracelet, Ivory/gold c/o Beginning Boutique bold ruler ring, Light brown Zara wallet clutch, Light blue HM high-waisted jeans, Tan Zara wedges.

Happy Valentine's Day lovelies!  Couldn't think of a better way to celebrate this day of love with a sweet pink outfit :).  This sheer striped top from Lulus.com is such a gorgeous color -- and it's definitely sweet in many ways -- reminds me of a lollipop or candy! :)  The sheer lightweight fabric makes it even more lovely, especially for the Spring sun to come soon..I can't wait for warmth!

Decided to play off the soft colors with my HM high-waisted jeans, with an addition of tying the shirt at the bottom with a bow.  Accessories again are important to make an outfit pop -- added my ivory bracelets from F21 and ivory Beginning Boutique ring reminiscent of YSL.  

And of course these Zara wedges will forever be my favorite.

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I celebrated Valentine's Day early with the boyfriend (sadly due to work very late on Tuesday night).  We went out to eat Sushi at Alameda Sushi House.  He surprised me with an orchid bouquet (my fave flower) :), my fave chocolates Ferrero Rocher, yum, aand Warriors vs. LA Clippers tickets next Monday!!  Bout to wear my Monta jersey & cant wait! :) 

Now off to go listen to Glee's version of "Silly Love Songs", my bf and I's fave fun V-Day song :).  Hope you loves have a great Valentine's Day, either with your significant other or out with your girlfriends, have an amazing time loves!
P.S. Lulus is offering Inspirafashion's readers a 15% discount off your entire site order!  Enter 'INSPIRAFASHION' (code is case-sensitive, use all CAPS) at checkout! Happy shopping lovelies!!
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♥, Kathleen.

    

Valentine's Day Weekend Part 2: Casual Sunny Picnic.

Light pink Urban Outfitters floral headband, Light pink H&M bow cropped top, Blue Urban Outfitters high-waisted shorts, Light pink Forever 21 lace undershirt, Brown Blowfish Java boots.

This Urban Outfitters floral headband has been used so many times by me, I apologize for its recurring appearance on here, but I just can't help how much I love wearing it :p. This is part two of our Valentine's Day weekend (my part to give my Valentine's Day present to him).  I kept it a surprise until we got to the Berkeley Marina (a place you should definitely visit if you haven't! -- it's beyond beautiful).  I put together an entire "picnic basket," (well I only had available my Trader Joe's bag haha), with all his favorite foods:  I cooked him hot dog spaghetti, baked potatoes, made nutella sandwiches, and included his favorite candy (Crunch) & drink (Raspberry Iced Tea).  We enjoyed our picnic under the warm sun at the beautiful Berkeley Marina.

And decided to wear a more romantic Valentine's outfit today (I guess more appropriate than my last outfit haha). This was another find from H&M, the pretty cropped bow ruffle lace top -- paired here with my fave UO shorts & my first Chictopia Chic Reward from Blowfish Shoes! -- The brown Java Boots!  They definitely are my most comfortable pair of boots.  Thank you Blowfish Shoes! :)

And will now announce the two winners of Hardcouture's Valentine's Day Giveaway!!  Big congrats to Chandamheer of PancakeSTACKER, who will receive the Leopard chiffon bandeau and Cherry Blossom floral crown, and Kat of Kats Love Fashion, who will receive the 50% discount off any item at the boutique!

Hope you enjoy your Valentine's Day gifts girls!!

Also, look out for a Valentine's Day vlog post on my Youtube Channel with both of my outfits from the weekend!  Whether your Valentine's Day is spent with your best girlfriends or your special someone, I hope you all have an aamazing and memorable time.  Until then, keep inspiring beautifuls!

PS. Be sure to visit Trendy Rose for some Valentine's Day Outfit Inspirations :).

<3, Kathleen.

Valentine's Day Weekend Part 1: Fancy Sushi Date

Black thrifted straw boater hat, White polka dot thrifted Jones New York scarf, Dark green H&M dress, Navy thrifted belt, Gray F21 cardigan, Black H&M Shearling wedge boots, White thrifted bag.

We decided to celebrate Valentine's Day early, because sadly this year it falls on a Monday -- where we have school until 5pm and won't enjoy most of the day..so why not go out on a Friday of Valentine's day weekend?  I decided to wear something very untraditional for our fancy V-day dinner.  I definitely did not want to wear any pinks or reds, but instead challenge myself to make dark colors very girly and romantic.

About a week ago, me and my shop-aholic-self, visited H&M, and came upon this aamazing military dark green ruffle dress.  Instantly, I fell in love & decided it was perfect for a fancy evening out with the boyfriend for Valentine's Day.  So here it is, paired it with a cardigan (for a little casual-ness), my new all-time faaavorite hat (another boater hat haha), and my faave comfy H&M shearling wedge boots.

I actually never got to talk about my boyfriend on here, well what better time than Valentine's Day I guess haha.  We're high school sweethearts, have been together for almost 4 years now, & surprisingly ended up going to the same college (but he transferred from a community college to Berkeley).  And ultimately, in all simplicity & corniness aside, I can't wait to grow old & wrinkly with him (lol).

Anyways, there will be a Part 2 of this Valentine's Day Weekend post coming tomorrow, we decided to do separate occasions for V-Day this year: one-day dedicated for his present to me, and vice versa.

Btw, be prepared, if you are very hungry right now, I suggest you do not scroll down lol.  We ate at Alameda Sushi House, was THE.BEST.SUSHI.EVAA.

Lion King roll, Shrimp Tempura roll, Island Roll:  we devoured all of it.

I didn't want to embarass him even more, so here's just a little pic of both of us with what I took with his Valentine's Day Present to me!! -- a polaroid camera!! Ah, I've been wanting one SO badly..it was just the best & most perfect V-day present.

In addition, tomorrow I will announce the TWO winners for the Hardcouture Valentine's Day Giveaway!!  Be sure to enter still!! You have until 11:59pm tonight! :) 

So excited to draw the two winners tonight with the lovely founder/designer of Hardcouture, Kristine.  

And lastly, WOWWW.  You all truly amaze me...the last post, had soo much feedback and support with all your comments, new & returning visitors & followers..I am definitely making this a personal HW assignment to return all of your comments (trust me, it will take me quite a while so I apologize in advance).  But just know, I read EVERY one with all smiles & happiness, as you all have given me.  Now onto relaxing & visiting/browsing your beautiful fashion blogs.  Thank you again lovelies so much and Happy Valentine's Day Weekend! :)

<3, Kathleen.