At the end of a loooooong work week, nothing kicks off the weekend like going out with your best girlfriends to play with the city lights.  When the night's plans include a nice dinner downtown followed by some time on State Street {Santa Barbara's main drag}, the look needs to be appropriate for the nightlife yet refined.  A sequined gray mini dress leads to some major skin exposure {perfect for ... Read the Post

I had a day full of business meetings and shopping {yesssss!} ahead of me.  The fashion challenge was to look polished and effortless, while still maintaining a level of comfort {didn't want to have to cut shopping time short}.  Enter: the maxi dress.  It comes in endless styles and every imaginable color (though I'm a sucker for embroidery and jewel tones... it totally screams "High End Puerto ... Read the Post

A hostess needs an outfit that is functional (she has to be able to set up the party) and appropriate (a hostess' outfit should perfectly suit the occasion).  I was throwing my sister a surprise birthday party (fun!) that was a semi-formal brunch (classy!) {see the event here!}.  A 50's style cardigan and pearls provided the class, while a short dress and high heels complemented the feeling of ... Read the Post

It was a chilly night... and it put me in a bit of a whimsical mood.  A simple yellow scarf adds a pop of color to a monochromatic outfit while also dressing down the sequins.  Don't limit your "going out" looks to nighttime... just add some denim, sandals and a scarf.  Oh, and you can always add leopard print. Always. ... Read the Post

Camo pants = true love. They are comfortable, a true neutral, and are perfect for camping... working in the yard...  refinishing furniture... the list goes on.  The challenge was to make them feminine, fashionable (outside of the campground) and (the true challenge) appropriate for meeting my best friends for our can't-miss mimosa brunch.  I added a plethora of bows, my new favorite color ... Read the Post

The power of the flare.  It's flattering in almost all of its applications... Flared sleeves, a flared (and incredibly dramatic) neckline, and flared jeans.  Add some more drama... in the form of layered pearl necklaces (one of my favored signature statements) and you've got a look that's perfect for a luncheon or shopping with the girls... Or playing in a gorgeous field of ... Read the Post