Red bloom.

Photos by bestie Fashion Furious

Tan American Apparel cropped top (cute dark red version here), Silver c/o t+j Designs rhinestone collar necklace, Vintage Chanel crossbody purse, Tan c/o Filthy Magic skirt, Nude Zara sandal heels (similar style here), Gold ring via Crossroads Trading, Gold crown ring c/o Charlotte Russe.

Cropped tops will probably be a big part of my wardrobe for this fall, or any other season for that matter. I couldn't get enough too of this rhinestone collar necklace from t+j Designs, I decided to let it shine as the main accessory for this outfit, keeping all the other pieces neutral and light.  I haven't worn these Zara sandals in a while, but I love how the heel isn't that high and it has a simple silhouette. A simple outfit with some pretty flowers in the background.
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Hope you lovelies have had a great week so far! I'm really ready for the weekend, is it just me or the weeks keep getting longer? Hope you guys have a great relaxing time off. Well deserved! ;)
Keep inspiring Beautifuls.

xo,
Kathleen

Cotton candy.

Purple blouse via Crossroads Trading, Gold vintage Chanel pin, Pink American Apparel high-waisted shorts, Ivory vintage Chanel purse, Arm candy: gifted Free bracelet from BCBGeneration, Gold armor ring via Crossroads Trading, Tan Zara sandals.

Besides mixing prints, I have this never ending love for mixing fun colors -- this particular purple and pink combo always reminds me of cotton candy, or even that watermelon candy (my favorite). Accessorizing probably is my favorite part in creating outfits.  I love how this blouse from Crossroads Trading comes with a chain connecting the collar -- an instant necklace. To add to it as well, I placed my gold vintage Chanel pin as a sort of bow-tie.  And introducing another new shoe to add to my zara collection, meet these pretty nude/white sandals (reminiscent of Chloe's I am dying for).  I thank Zara to fulfill my love for cray expensive shoes.

Hope you have a great start of your week lovelies! I'm loving how it's getting to 90 degrees in the bay area this week. FINALLY sun and warm weather.

xo,

Kathleen

Print play.

Photos by Matthew Liu - Sight Through Glass Photography

Green c/o StyleMint Verona top, Blue American Apparel denim skirt, Black Steve Madden Realove sandal heels, Gold arrow ring via Crossroads Trading, Tan c/o Handbag Heaven Hailey Studded Leopard Bag.

I always love mixing prints and colors, this Verona top from StyleMint and the Leopard satchel from Handbag Heaven, complemented each other perfectly. Polka dots and leopard. With the mixing of prints I wanted the outfit to be more casual with the denim skirt and simple sleek heels. It was a really nice day out too in Berkeley, my fave city of course.

Which brings me to an exciting part of this post...I will be a guest judge for a fun "Style For Your City" contest by StyleMint. We'll be judging entries by how well you represent your style in your city.  

The contest is on Facebook where you can enter a photo of your outfit, and you can enter here! 

The contest ends on April 17th and the first winner will get 5 StyleMint credits, 2nd winner will receive 3 credits and 3rd winner will receive 1 credit.  

The winners will be announced on April 22nd.  Good luck lovelies!!  Can't wait to see your outfit entries! 

P.S. For Coachella, there's been a change of date I'll be guest-gramming for Crossroads Trading!  Be sure to follow me on Crossroads' instagram on 4/13, Saturday.  Can't wait to share my Coachella experience with you!

Silver light.

White American Apparel turtleneck cropped top, Grey Urban Outfitters high-low skirt, Silver c/o ShoeMint stud spike 'Zoe' heels, Brown gifted Kurt Geiger leopard clutch, Arm candy: Silver c/o Filthy Magic spike bracelet, H&M cuff, silver rings via Crossroads Trading.

Decided to celebrate the new year, with of course something sparkly and pretty -- these ShoeMint 'Zoe' heels fit just that description of NYE-goodness.  Styled it with this gorgeous UO flowy high-low skirt and kept the colors to silvers/greys/neutrals w/ my AA cropped top.  For a mix of print, added my fave Kurt Geiger leopard clutch.

As part of this ShoeMint sponsored post, ShoeMint is giving Inspirafashion readers a 20% discount off your next online order!  At checkout, enter promo code: 'RACHEL20'  Happy Shopping lovelies!

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Happy New Years!  Can't believe 2012 is behind us and saying hello to 2013 now, time flies by way too fast; but they say it flies when you're having fun, which is so true -- 2012 brought me a lot of milestones and memorable feelings: happiness finally graduating from UC Berkeley, excitement starting my new job, gratefulness & bliss for having amazing readers like you along for the ride on my blog (being a part of such amazing features/events: Refinery 29 x TJ Maxx, Saks Fifth Avenue styling mannequins, Macy's collab w/ Pretty Little Liars Stylist, Got to host my first blogger collab party w/ Crossroads Trading)..

and to sum up 2012, decided to make a collage of some memorable memories :).

I am so excited for the new year, 2013 is going to be amazing! Happy 2013 Beautifuls!! Hope you'll have an amazing, fun, and exciting New Years Day!

xo,

Kathleen

      

Autumn leaves.

Red c/o StyleMint stripe Winslow T, Brown Karen Walker sunnies, Tan American Apparel corduroy skirt, Vintage Prada backpack, Tan Steve Madden heels, Arm candy: Kurt Geiger chain bracelet, Hexnut bracelet c/o LUXLA, gold thrifted watch, gold ASOS spike bracelet, Pink stone ring via Crossroads Trading, Gold Bauble bar necklace (gifted by BBFF, Chels)

Having fun with fall leaves. The striped Winslow T paired w/ leopard and wine and browns put together, is the perfect way to say bye to Fall, and embrace the new year with winter.  Even though it's now winter, being California, it still feels like Fall to me.  

Had fun making a gif too in the process :).

Also, with this sponsored StyleMint post, StyleMint is offering Inspirafashion readers a 2 for 1 offer.  Enter promo code 'B1G1SM' at checkout! Happy shopping loves!

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New Years is just next week, ahh! 2013 came way too fast.  Think I'll post some of my new years resolutions on here then too :).  Hope you lovelies are having a great week so far!

P.S. Blog post title was inspired by Ed Sheeran's song "Autumn Leaves," super cute song if you haven't heard yet! :)

xo,

Kathleen

      

Rose.

Brown vintage boyfriend coat, Gold vintage Chanel brooch, White American Apparel turtleneck cropped top, Light pink c/o Inlovewithfashion skirt, Brown ASOS suede boots (similar in teal), Brown gifted Kurt Geiger leopard satchel, Gold c/o Beginning Boutique ring.

This is one of my girly sweet outfits, thought I'd stray away from dark colors with all the gloomy weather we've been having, kept to soft light neutrals.  This gold light pink lace print skirt from Inlovewithfashion is gorgeous with its shimmery fabric.  Paired it with my bf coat, leopard bag, and suede ASOS boots (haven't used them in longest time).

This week has been probably the longest at work because its right before the holidays..do you guys ever get that feeling before a big holiday, antsy and excited at the same time?  Can't believe Christmas is around the corner.  Gave my boss this week her present, put a lot of thought into it, since she's about giving back to the community, something I look up to, gave her this Kate Spade 'hand in hand' bracelet, 25% of sales is donated to the women for women international organization.

Happy Holidays lovelies!  Hope you have a fun time with your family and friends.  Keep inspiring Beautifuls always!

♥, 

Kathleen.