cowl neck dress.

since it's summer year round in hawaii, we miss out on seasonal things, like fall fashion. when the weather cools, we jump at the occasion to layer up and break out the boots and jackets. i'm still waiting for the day i can wear a leopard fur coat...but until then, it's all about compromise. this LBD from patty's closet is a perfect example. its slightly higher cowl neck and thicker material are bearable because it's sleeveless. and since it's textured, it really doesn't need much...simple heels, a statement necklace, and a red lip. that is all.

do you experience the seasons where you live?

hilltop views of the honolulu skyline.

these clay cafes are making a comeback here. if you follow me on snapchat (@ rockoomph), you know what i made. can't wait to see the final product!

(patty's closet dress c/o; lulu's shoes; h&m bag; laqa & co lips)

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magenta romper.

it's officially summer in our house, as the minis are out of school. and while it's been hot and humid, it's also been rainy since we are approaching hurricane season here. rain or shine, i just love summer because we can stay out late be flexible with our routines and enjoy the longer days. this pretty magenta romper from Patty's Closet is perfect for romping around in the summer.

last weekend we went to see the harlem globetrotters...did you catch it on snapchat? i saw them when i was young and have been waiting for the opportunity to see them again. they definitely put on a good show.

how's your summer so far? any big plans?

harlem globetrotters vs. washington generals

smooth, scooter, and hammer signed his ball. 

spent our first day of summer at the beach.

(Patty's Closet romper c/o; Old Navy vest; LAQA & Co. lips;

Vince Camuto shoes; Happy Wahine bag)

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a week of yellow. breezy top.

lately, spring has been creeping into my closet in the form of yellow. from pale shades to shocking chartreuse, you can't help but smile when wearing this cheery color. this week is all about this fun spring color, and i'm kicking it off with this easy breezy gauzy top from Patty's Closet.

what color are you sporting this spring?

(Gorjana necklace via Rocksbox)

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(Patty's Closet top & bag c/o; Forever 21 denim;

Charles David shoes; LAQA & Co. lips)

the layered tank.

hope everyone enjoyed their easter weekend. it was non-stop eating and drinking for me. i spent some QT with the minis at the beach, caught up with friends over drinks, and ate and ate with the family on easter. i finally picked up another piece of my home office - the desk. geez, it's been over a year since i bought the rug! it's progress. next up...the chair. 

i also managed to stop by Patty's Closet this weekend. they are stocked with fun spring pieces. this patterned black and white layered tank goes perfectly with denim. dress it up with a blazer or keep it casual with a utility jacket like i did here.

good wine with good friends.

dinner date with mini-he at genki sushi. he's a cheap date...only two plates + dessert for him. salmon for me.

acai bowls + shave ice.

refreshing big wave golden ale from kona brewing company after a day at the beach.

first time making broken glass jello (eggs). i only had one 6-egg mold, so the rest went into a pan, but props to anyone who makes this. it is hard work. mine isn't the prettiest, but it still tasted good!

super cute easter donuts from regal bakery.

(Patty's Closet top c/o; Pacsun denim; thrifted jacket; Rocksbox necklace)

the ultimate valentine.

...outfit, of course. the ultimate valentine's outfit.

i said i've been loving peach as of late, but in the spirit of the day, here's an all out, in your face red and pink valentine's day outfit.

i've also been loving these fat lip pencils from LAQA & Co. they are super creamy and pigmented and glide on with ease. they aren't too drying and are even a bit glossy. plus, they don't require a sharpener...bonus! i've been wearing 'palate cleanser', a deep blood red, from the Fat Lip Pencil Fiver set. if you find that dark colors make your lips look smaller, try extending the color slightly past your natural lips for a fuller pout.

(LAQA & Co. fiver c/o)

(top via [oomph.]; enzo angiolini heels)

get the look:

OMG Nail Polish Strips review + a bold lip.

a bold lip speaks volumes.

as does a great manicure.

throwing out some valentine's vibes with red on my lips,

love on my shirt, and hearts on my nails.

what kind of valentine's vibes are you giving off this week?

(Lips: LAQA & Co. 'Palate Cleanser')

(OMG Nail Strips - Hearts Pink & Black c/o)

OMG Nail Polish Strips review

if you're like me and don't have a good chunk of time to sit and do your nails...then wait for them to dry, you'll love these nail polish strips from OMGNailStrips.com.

nail polish strips [are different from nail wraps and stickers in that they] are actually made with nail polish but without the drying time. they are thin and stretchy making them easy to mold to your nails. no heat is needed.

the strips feel like nail polish on your nails (slightly tacky like almost-dry polish, but it IS dry...weirdly cool!), and it is recommended that you apply a topcoat.

i loved that i was able to get things done while doing my nails. i applied a couple nails, threw some laundry in the dryer, applied a few more nails, stopped to make lunch, finished off my nails...

pros: only $7.99/set of 14, fast and easy to apply, no heat needed. if you have short nails, you can cut the strips in half and get two nails out of each sticker - doubling its value.

cons: other than wishing they had more designs, i don't have any cons specific to OMG Nail Polish Strips. like any other nail stickers, they needed to be trimmed to fit my tiny nails, and that's what took the most time. if you have short nails and have to trim the stickers, consider the design you choose. you may want to choose smaller and/or repetitive patterns vs a single design that may end up being cut off. 

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have you tried nail polish strips?

(Express top; BCBG skirt; Jessica Simpson shoes via Lulu's; JustFab bag)

get the look:

east vs west style. beauty.

time flies when you're having fun! it's the final week of this [fall 2014] east vs west series, and we're signing off with beauty. your lips and nails are the finishing touches to your outfit. there are four key colors that carry me throughout the fall season...a nude, a pink, a classic red, and a dark shade like plum or black. 

LAQA & Co. has me covered with their lip pencils and nail polishes. their fat lip pencils have great pigmentation and never need sharpening (bonus!), while their nail polishes pack a punch of color in just one coat.

i hope that you enjoyed this fall edition of our east vs west series. what was your favorite trend?

as always, a huge thanks to our amazing sponsors.

east

Jackie / Living After Midnite / New York

Meaghan / District Sparkle / Virginia

Tracy / TheRightShoes / New York

west

Ashley / Pursuit of Shoes / California

Danielle / Envision Pretty / California

Becks / oomph. / Hawaii

a little sparkle never hurts either...loving this ring set from INPINK and the sparkly clutch from Lulu's.

l to r: lambchop, nookie, ring of fire, plonk

lambchop and nookie are the perfect shades of bright pink, ring of fire is a bright red, and plonk is a beautiful deep reddish-brown.

wearing from LAQA & Co:

Fat lip pencil in Lambchop

Nail Polish in Nookie

wearing from INPINK:

Golden Laurels Midi Ring set

(take 30% off with code: EASTVSWEST)

wearing from Lulu's:

Instant Karma Cream Crochet Top

Dittos Selena Black Super Skinny Ankle Jeans

Secrets of the Gliteratti Gold Clutch

Elsi heels

in case you missed it:

east vs west . jewel tones

east vs west . leather

east vs west . oversized knits

east vs west . boots