I love the freedom my job lets me have, especially when it comes to attire. I couldn’t imagine having to show up to work every day in a suit and tie. But my job is this way because of the curve balls thrown and the hidden surprises lurking around every corner – like working till 1am and knowing I’d have to show up the next morning at 8 only to work again till 1am. So when I signed on to pitch in on a pilot shooting two episodes in one day, I grabbed the most comfortable things I could in my sleepy state and made sure I’d be comfortable first because chances are, when you’re shooting television, it’ll be long days standing around, if not running around. And this is what I wore.
J. Crew sweater, Forever 21 shorts, dad’s boots, mom’s belt
I guess I’ve been in a lounge-y pant mood lately. It’s chillier than normal these last days of March and my jeans need a little break. I’m also really into the variety of pant styles out there right now so it’s a lot of fun finding some that don’t make me look too stumpy. I also love the versatility of these, dressing them up or down.
Built by Wendy sweater, Gap denim shirt, ASOS pants/sweats, thrifted oxfords
Uniqlo calls these lounge pants, and they work great as such, but I wore them to dinner the other night too. Nice and stretchy for feasting because as Joey Tribiani learned when trying to consume a 19-pound Thanksgiving turkey, “jeans have no give!”
Uniqlo pants, blazer and tank, J. Crew pumps, Forever 21 and miscellaneous necklaces, dad’s watch, mom’s bracelets and bangles
As a kid, my dad never let me have overalls but boy did I really want a pair. Jennie Garth wore them in 90210, Jennifer Aniston had a pair in Friends (and they both wore them with my favorite Jack Purcells!). One birthday, my uncle bought me a pair that was white denim with a floral pattern that I think made it okay by my dad because I wore them all the time. I loved them.
Overalls have been creeping back the last few years and are all the rage this year. I’ve been eyeing so many different pairs that I freak out and just give up (as it goes with most of my shopping; easily overwhelmed because I can’t have it all). I’d love a pair of classic blue jean ones but I worry: the 5’2″ girl in her late 20s who is mistaken for a teenage mother when carrying her niece and nephew running around town in denim overalls. I’ve been really looking for a grown-up tailored pair that I can still wear through the seasons but I also worry I may be giving in to a pair that just get tired after a few wears. Should I give floral print another try? Pants? Shorts? Freak out. Give up.
So I’ve settled back into my trusty jumper wearing it as I would if I had a pair of overalls (or dungarees as others may call them) until I finally settle down and find the right pair.
Via Spiga coat, Express denim jacket, Shipley & Halmos for Uniqlo jumper/romper, J. Crew sweater and chambray shirt, dad’s boots, Hue tights, Forever 21 necklace
One day it’s a winter storm, the next it’s warm enough to be wearing a trench – granted it’s layered over a faux leather jacket. We’ve lost an hour of sleep but we’re gaining an edge on Spring. So I’ve sprung forward into lighter, whiter layers. Here’s to longer days.
Robert Rodriguez trench, H&M faux leather jacket, Zara sweater, Anthropologie top, Joe Fresh jeans, J. Crew pumps
As I admire snow falling a couple days before our clocks “spring forward,” I’m reminded of that beautiful winter storm that hit us a few weeks back. We called it “Nemo.” (“Out of all the things to name the biggest storm of the year you name it after the fish in the Disney movie? They say they named it after Captain Nemo, but whatever. Anyway, storm coming, much more on that.” -Pat Kiernan, NY1). Maybe it’s cliche for a girl born and raised in LA to enjoy the snow, but I do. When Nemo hit, I ventured Brooklyn to find it as many chances I could.
A post on a Thursday about a Sunday brunch that happened a couple weeks ago – I’m so slow, sorry! But here are some Instagram pics from a chilly yet bright Sunday afternoon spent shooting oysters with friends at The Smith in Midtown East and flea market browsing on the Upper West Side. Outfit pic c/o Ruby and oyster quad pic c/o Cory’s Instagram.
Outfit: Via Spiga coat, Express Denim Jacket, Gap pants, American Apparel tee, mom’s brooch and belt
Last week, a last minute gig came through to work a short-term gig. It was back with MTV, back in the old studio, and back to the grind. I pulled in 60 hours in four days but it was so rewarding. Worked with some amazing people, got a tour of the new news room and bumped into some old faces that I’ve been missing. Until we meet again.
Express denim jacket, Gap button-down shirt, American Apparel knit skirt, dad’s boots, miscellaneous frog sash worn as necktie
Despite all this crazy weather, some days, like those this past week, have been bright and sunny, which complimented my mother’s sunburst brooch I pinned to my beanie.
J. Crew coat, Forever 21 denim vest, Madewell Fair Isle sweater, American Apparel skirt, vintage boots, Gap beanie, mom’s brooch, Tory Burch bag
