I Love it Hot

Forever 21 tank | Kenneth Cole ankle booties | DIY shorts | Lacoste sunglasses

I'm a summer baby. Maybe that's why I like the sweltering heat... but California heat. I'm not into NY's humidity. Cali summers come with a plethora of shorts and sunglasses, and my absolute guilty pleasure, ice cream. In all honestly, I eat ice cream regularly all year long, but it's easier to find people to go with and enjoy it when it's actually hot outside. These shorts were diy'ed from some old wide leg pants I had from years back... I had to hold myself back from making them too short, but surprisingly I'm totally digging this new mid-length.

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May Shower

Urban Outfitters shoes | Ark&Co dress

This past Saturday, I attended a lovely bridal shower for my friend, Ju, who will be getting married in the beginning of June. It was at Bacaro LA, one of my fave tapas-type bar. The hot weather called for a sleeveless loose-fitting, breeze accommodating (if there is any) type of dress. Hence, I knew this was the one. And surprising to even myself, I opted to wear flats... for some reason I couldn't figure out the right pair of heels to go with the dress.

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Sporty-fied

Urban Outfitters dress

There's nothing like a racerback and messy ponytail to channel a sporty look...and of course, the sneaker wedge and bright summer sun helps too. This dress had been folded up and sitting in my dresser for a while... I'm just happy the weather has accommodated its outdoor debut. The super comfy fit also made it appropriate for quick trips to Trader Joe's and grabbing coffee midday.
Oh, and I've finally succumbed to joining Instagram...actually through some convincing from the most unsuspected individual...@karinatarapore.

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Balanced Out

H&M sweater | LNA top

After discovering a few crucial t-shirts from LNA, I've become slightly addicted to adding their items to my closet. This dyed long sleeve had the perfect loose fit with slit neckline...and of course, I paired it with some itty bitty shorts to balance it out. But on second thought, it might even go perfectly as a sort of boho look with a flowy maxi dress underneath or some baggy shorts. More excuses to go shopping.

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Truck Backdrop

Ark & Co shorts | Forever 21 cropped top | heels from Korea

Delivery trucks function so well as a backdrop. And considering the excitement you get when you're expecting something, I don't mind the plug-in for FedEx. This knit sweater top was the perfect choice for these shorts...I initially fell for those oddly slightly long short sleeves (oxymoron) (it's been a while since I used such vocab), but it seems like the only way to manage a cropped top (unless its sleeveless).

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A Little Bit of Reminiscing

Roxy diy shorts | Cheap Monday tank | Elizabeth & James sunglasses | Lucky Brand sandals
All photos taken by : Amy Lee

It's been almost three months since I went to Los Cabos... Despite the sunniness in all these photos, I hoped it was a bit warmer to go in the water without getting goosebumps. This week has been so warm, that images of gorgeous beaches came to mind. Hence, adding to those Cabos memories.

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Off the Wall

Primark t-shirt (from London) | Tobi skirt | H&M skirt | Ralph Lauren bag | Chilli Beans sunglasses

Usually it's a t-shirt and jeans. But I just wasn't in the mood. So I pulled out an oldie but goodie... Well, I guess both the tee and skirt are seasoned members of my closet. Who knew a last minute grab at Primark would become my fave graphic tee? In any case, I managed to snap these shots while waiting for my lunch...chicken with garlic sauce and hummus. And seriously, I'm so happy that it's actually heating up properly in LA. It's about time, summer.

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