"Something Borrowed"

As we all know, fashion comes in and out from generation to generation. This is probably why it is so hard for me to clean out my closet because that little voice in the back of my mind is saying in a few years, those men's dress ties used as belts might come back in. (Ok.. so those are highly unlikely, I was in an Avril Lavigne stage in 8th grade). BUT style essentials like this Ralph Lauren striped sweater  from the 90's that I stole out of my mom's closet (sorry mom!) will always be a classic. I wanted to feel put together but casual this day, so I paired this sweater with jeans and riding boots. A perfect match for a fall day! 

Love, Kate

Ralph Lauren Sweater 

Skinny Jeans- Express ($79.90)

Riding Boots- Nordstrom Corso Como ($198.95)

Scarves and Stripes

This outfit is my absolute favorite for fall, no doubt about it. I love the look of the thick striped leggings (my brothers call me "beetle juice" when I wear them..thanks guys) paired with the over sized white shirt. It is so simple but still makes a statement. Throw on a knitted scarf and patent leather oxfords to complete the laid back look. Who says you can't be comfy and fashionable at the same time? 

Love, Kate

(photography by Juliana Ljubisavljevic: http://julianaljubisavljevic.tumblr.com/) 

Striped Leggings:   boohoo.com (UK boutique) $12

Over sized Shirt: Sugar Shack (Sacramento, CA) $36

Knitted Scarf: Charlotte Russe 

Patent Oxfords: Charlotte Russe 

Watch: Betsy Johnson 

DIY Tutorial: Vogue Inspired Embellished Cross

Hello, Hello! So lately I've been feeling super crafty and after always obsessing over this beautiful Vogue cover from the 1980's (Anna Wintour's first cover as Editor-in-Chief), I decided to create one based off of the original. The original was $10,000.. mine was $20. Below, I show you how to create it in 4 easy steps that took less than an hour. 

Materials you will need: Plain black pullover, plastic jewels, gold material, and fabric glue

Step 1: Measure and cut out a cross out of the gold material 

Step 2: Using the fabric glue, apply it to the outline of the cross.

                
                    Step 3: Position the cross on the material and press down to secure the fabric glue.

                         
                          Step 4: Position all the gems on the cross and glue down to secure.

Finished Product: 

Love, Kate

A Hint of Mint

Happy October! I can't believe it is the first day of October and it is still so hot. Like true California weather, the heat is lingering around a little longer and not letting us pull out our boots and heavy sweaters just yet. This light-weight sweater with peek-a-boo arm cut outs is PERFECT for a fall day when it's too hot to wear layers but just breezy enough to wear anything other than a tank top. I love the hint-of-mint look paired with leather leggings, ballet flats, and a touch of gold! 

Make sure to check out Juliana Ljubisavljevic's blog to catch up on her most recent pictures. She takes credit for these beautiful shots! http://julianaljubisavljevic.tumblr.com/. 

Love, Kate

mint cut-out sweater- $54 Heart Boutique, Sacramento CA

Leather Leggings- $15 Forever 21

Enzo Angiolini Flats- $65 Nordstroms

Gold Chain Necklaces- $28 Express (Thanks for letting me burrow it, Juliana!)

Tory Burch Earrings- $65 Nordstroms 

Black Tote Bag- Forever 21 (3 Seasons ago!)