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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transitioning to fall.

fall has finally arrived here on the islands...this week i actually felt chilly in bed and needed my blankets. and while we'll never pack away the shorts in hawaii, there is a way to transition into fall by pairing shorts with a blazer or light jacket.

it's been another wet and rainy week here, and while some rain may be good, too much can be bad for crops. i went to the farmer's market this weekend hoping to pick up my usual kale salad ingredients, and there was none. zilch. nada. because of the rain.

do you frequent your farmer's markets?

what summer items are you transitioning to fall?

early morning trips to the farmer's market always end with breakfast.

mornings at pier 38. 

(Patty's Closet shorts c/o; Gucci bag;

Forever 21 blazer; Nine West shoes)

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pom pom.

it may be hurricane season, but it's still sunny and hot. i love summer, and i'm hanging on to it for dear life. thank goodness Patty's Closet is still stocked with cute rompers and shorts because it definitely isn't sweater weather...yet! coincidentally, the trim on this kimono i got a while back matched the trim on the romper.

a couple photos below from our adventures on the east side a few weeks ago. speaking of adventures...please, please be careful when you are out and about. nowadays, with [the pressure of] social media, people are pushing the limits trying to get the coolest shot. i'm guilty of this! a teen was swept off the rocks (here) by the waves a couple days ago. his body was found the next day. a few months ago, two young soldiers hiking nearby were also taken by the waves. there are signs and railings for a reason...read them and be sensible. do not underestimate the power of the ocean. a cool selfie is not worth your life.

are you hanging on to summer or embracing fall?

have you pushed the limits trying to get a cool photo?

view of rabbit island from makapu'u | east oahu

(romper & kimono c/o patty's closet; justfab shoes)

asymmetry.

another great basic with oomph-worthy details...loving the asymmetrical hem on this green top from patty's closet. this fall is all about earthy, muted colors. while i usually love bold rich jewel tones for fall, these toned down colors make just as much of an impact with their soft and romantic vibe.

a few pictures below from our adventures around the east side a couple weeks ago. it's currently pouring with flash flood warnings, and it's supposed to get worse throughout the day. tgif.

what color will you be rocking this fall?

halona blowhole...east oahu, hawaii 

looking toward sandy beach.

(patty's closet top c/o; love & sunshine clutch,

happiness boutique necklace, jessica simpson shoes)

fall 2015 colors.

there's no sign of fall weather here. in fact, it's 90 degrees and humid...but i'm loving the earthy colors i'm seeing for fall 2015 fashion. you can still wear all your favorite colors like blue, pink, and purple, but choose shades that are muted and toned down.

this muted blue dress from patty's closet will transition nicely into fall...just add tights and boots when the weather gets cooler.

are you loving pantone's fall colors?

pantone fall 2015 colors

l to r: dried herb, desert sage, stormy weather, oak buff, marsala, biscay bay, reflecting pond, cadmium orange, cashmere rose, amethyst orchid.

the aftermath of a beautiful sunset in nanakuli. 

sunkissed cliffs.

(dress c/o patty's closet; lulu's shoes, uo belt; gifted bag)

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black white and red.

this is one of those dresses that looks better on than on the hanger. i have a lot of striped mini dresses, so this longer length was a nice change. i love the uneven hem, the side slits, and the fact that this feels like a cozy oversized tee. rocking a bold red lip, because why not?

we have been having a slew of rainy days here with all the storms passing thru. this weekend i was at lanikai beach; it was beautiful one minute, pouring the next (if you missed it on periscope, you can still see it on katch)!

part two of kauai pics below.

how's the weather in your area?

(Rocksbox necklace; Avon lipstick 'eternal flame')

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Kauai Shores Hotel, Kapa'a

our next stop was the hotel to check in. the grounds were decent with two pools and access to the beach below. an xbox console was provided in the room, DVD rental booths, and (good) wifi on the grounds. free parking (although very crowded at night when everyone is home), free outdoor yoga, and coffee and tea service in the mornings (actually, there were donuts, fruit, toast/cheeses as well!). an excellent place to stay for under $100/night.

Waimea Pier, "the landing"

i practically grew up on this landing. my mom flew us to kauai every weekend to visit my grandparents, and we would fish and cast crab nets...and take our catch home for dinner. this is a black sand beach.

Hanapepe Swinging Bridge

they have fixed this bridge since the last time i was here. it used to be a rope bridge, but wooden planks have now replaced that. it doesn't swing as it used to, but it certainly does shake...did you catch it on periscope?!!

(Patty's Closet dress c/o; Lulu's shoes; JustFab bag; Rocksbox necklace)

peek a boo lace.

comfort is key around here. i'm wearing my favorite black cardigan and these comfy shorts from Patty's Closet. black is so effortless...just incorporate texture and details as with these gauzy shorts with lace trim.

i spent the weekend on kauai. it was a quick trip for mini-she's volleyball, but we managed to squeeze in some sight-seeing and a lot of eating. part one of kauai pics below.

how was your weekend? did you travel this summer?

on the plane: always look forward to reading hana hou!

first stop: po's kitchen for breakfast bento boxes on the go.

we headed straight to waimea canyon...did you catch it on periscope?

water was flowing down the red dirt hills.

drove thru hanapepe for ono taro chips before heading to the hotel. 

(Patty's Closet shorts c/o; NYDJ sweater (similar);

Nike Free 5.0; sunglasses via Patty's Closet)

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