"If you liked it, then you shoulda put a ring on it."

Michael Stars top. Gap jeans. Jessica Simpson heels. Forever 21 headband. Guess watch.
Express cuff (also seen here). Swarovski earrings. House of Harlow and Marc Jacobs rings. 

The whole concept of "one size fits most" is kind of a touchy one, at least in my opinion.  Often when I come across any shirt that says "one size fits most," I feel like it should be changed to "one size fits most super skinny people."  Thus, I'm thankful for such roomier styles like the one here (also seen in this post).

I'm also debating how I feel about clogs/backless heels.  I'm a fast walker, and I always feel so noisy when walking with clog type shoes.  I feel paranoid that I'm walking too loudly and everyone can hear each step I take.  Does anyone else ever feel like that? 

All I want...are some Aldo heels.

Obsession of the Week: Aldo heels



1. Schade, $33.74; I like the strappy + mesh look.
2. Kotas, $33.74; The clear shanks on the sides are definitely different.
3. Beier, $33.74; Been looking for a non-boring pair of brown heels.
4. Kimzey, $33.74; Sexy wedges!
5. Secrest, $33.74; Love the fun, soft coral color of these heels.
6. Hodapp, $37.49; Been looking for a pair of gray heels, also love the cut of the shoe!
7. Sandford, $41.24; I like the heeled clog feel to these.
8. Creger, $44.99; Neutral heels are a must! Plus, love the cut of the shoe.
9. Zweier, $44.99; I don't wear red but would totally get these! Love the studded detailing!
10. Mignogna, $44.99; I love wedges, neutral colored heels, and studs--great combo!
11. Nemets, $44.99; Hello, neutral slingbacks! Subtly sexy, especially with the hidden platform.
12. Froling, $48.74; They always say purple is the color of royalty!

I came to the realization that though my blog implies that I am fashionably greedy and want everything, I have yet to really take the time and tell you what I'm lusting after.  So lo and behold, here is my first Obsession of the Week post!  There are endless amazing Aldo heels on sale, but specifically, I have (after hours of struggling) narrowed it down to my top 12 pairs of shoes all under $50!  So help a girl out, which ones are your favorites?  And better yet, tell me what heels you've been wanting!

"But will I love you in the fall?"

People's Liberation top. Forever 21 cami. Vans jeans. Coach handbag.
Express cuff. CC Skye ring. Nordstrom necklace. Guess watch. Gola flats.

Now that it's October, summer has officially over for about 2 weeks now.  This seasonal transition time is my favorite time of the year.  I love late summer/early fall when it's not pouring down rain nonstop (hello, Pacific Northwest) and it's still nice out; the temperature has lowered so it's more tolerable and less blazing hot.  But pretty soon, it's going to be time for indoor pictures, less skin and more layers! 

View from heaven.

People's Liberation top. Earl jeans. Coach handbag.
Marc Jacobs cuff. Nordstrom ring. Guess watch. Report flats.



This was a great day (because what day with Starbucks is not a great day?)!  I started my day meeting up with a friend for some coffee and ended the day with a great hike at Multnomah Falls.  It was a pretty big deal because first, I am hardly [read: not] an outdoorsy person and secondly, it was my first hike ever.  It felt good though and I actually had a great time. 

I had acquired a minor foot fracture earlier in the summer from running (no, not in heels; it was real running, I promise) so to make it make all the way to the top and back was quite satisfying.  I do have to admit it was also more exciting than the 5k race I had done last week.  The scenery at Multnomah Falls is amazing which definitely inspires you to keep going.  So maybe I'll start hiking instead of running?  Who knows!  But my experience did prove the saying that you never know until you try...





I would highly recommend Multnomah Falls to anyone living or visiting the Pacific Northwest.  It's a relatively easy hike with amazing views!








P.S. Don't worry, I changed into a different outfit before I went hiking!

"Come on and dance with me."

Super old pictures, more than a month late, but here they are!  I had an amazing time at the Vans Warped Tour this year.  It was my very first Warped Tour, but it will surely not be my last!  Discovered a couple of new bands while trying to find shade that day (it was probably blazing high 90's) such as...

After Midnight Project:



Confide:



One of the top bands I went to go see was The Pretty Reckless, mostly to see Taylor Momsen of Gossip Girl.  For a girl rock singer, I thought she was pretty good.  In person, she is definitely a character... I also think that I look really out of place in the picture with the band because I look way too happy.




One of the other top performers I had wanted to see what Mike Posner who is amazing live. It's pretty crazy to think that he's my age!  Then again, it's always surreal comparing myself to anyone famous and insanely successful who is my age (let alone those younger than me, hello Taylor Momsen).




And my favorite show of the day, by one of my favorite bands:

The Cab:





But don't worry, I haven't forgotten my goal for this to be a fashion blog so let me leave you with these tips: during any given ridiculously hot day when you're outside for about 10 hours, don't be lazy and wear a normal bra with a racerback tank top and do avoid statement necklaces; because to sum, everyone knows that funky tan lines aren't so fashionable. 

"West coast represent."

Michael Stars top. Joie shorts. Coach sneakers.
Cara Couture earrings. House of Harlow ring. Linea Pelle bracelets.




Remember how in a previous blog here I was going on about how I love versatile clothing items?  And more specifically, I talked about these Joie shorts being so versatile.  Well, voila!  Here they are in a casual outfit!  It's only been recently that I've moved away from being a total jeans girl to being a dress/skirts girl.  Either way, it's usually pretty rare for me to be without heels when I'm not working.  So this outfit, in its entirety, is a causal outfit.

Still, no outfit is complete without accessories!  When I'm not wearing a great pair of heels, nothing makes me more confident than great accessories.  This House of Harlow ring is probably my favorite.  I had coveted when I first saw Nicole Richie wear it in some magazine (People, perhaps?).  Meanwhile, I am still lasting for the necklace and cuff...not to mention a million other things since House of Harlow is one of my absolute favorite jewelry brands!

These sneakers are actually one of those pairs of shoes that I rarely wear.  I love them to death because not only are they lovely, they also match my Coach butterfly tote as seen awhile back here, here, here, here, and here.  (My tote is clearly also a well loved bag.)  Unfortunately, the sneakers are cloth are pretty high maintenance.  And living in the Pacific Northwest where it rains 75% of the time, I can only save them for guaranteed dry days.  But even so, I still have to be careful with them since they're white; mere specks of dirt and they would be tainted forever!

Side note, for any Juicy Couture fans like myself out there who love both couture and saving money, there's an additional 30% off sale going on!  Until September 21st, use discount code "FRIENDS" at Juicy Couture for 30% off your purchase!  As they say, go couture yourself!

"All we need in this world is some love."

Banana Republic top. Free People skirt. Calvin Klein heels.
Juicy Couture necklace. House of Harlow ring. Linea Pelle bracelet. Coach handbag.

I get attached to things.  So when I find a great pair of heels that I can live in all day, you can be certain I'll get attached.  Thus, it is why you see these heels here, here, here, and of course, in today's blog.  I have a hard time find amazing heels that are as comfortable as they are lovely--and I feel like I'm not alone.  However, when you see me wearing a pair of heels so often, at least you know that they aren't included in the group of shoes that are destined to stay confined to my closet.