summer 2013 trend: the sandal.

last week, i stumbled upon refinery29's list of summer essentials. i enjoyed this particular list because many of the items either are my essentials or are already in my closet.

i'll be sharing a few of my favorites from their list.

flat sandals are all the rage for summer.

these barely-there, one-strap sandals in neutral colors are the perfect addition to your summer outfits. in addition, they're comfortable and show off your pretty pedis. while i do have flat sandals, i am on the lookout for these one-strap versions. here are a few picks paired with white denim + a flowy top...both of which are also on their list.

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modcloth sheer top

mango slim jeans

alexander wang flat sandal

asos flatform shoes

solsana avery flat sandal

asos factor flat sandal

clio ancient greek sandal

asos flock sandal

steve madden sunkiss

witchy woman.

a common misconception people have is that
they can't wear maxi skirts if they are short.
my response to that is, "yes, you can!"
in fact, i think maxi skirts make me look and feel taller.
they are surprisingly versatile and
work for all shapes and sizes.

at 5'-2", the key for me is a floor length skirt that almost touches the ground...no matter how high or flat my shoes are. anything higher, especially if it shows my ankles,
makes me look short.
the skirt should be the "skinny" part of the outfit to keep that lengthy illusion, so nothing too fitted up top.
then, accessorize! i usually scale down my necklaces and load up on the ring and bracelets.

it really is just a balancing game, but evvvryone can play!
come on, show me your maxis!

i swapped out my usual danys for these black boots...
so i felt a 'lil witchy.

(top & maxi, f21; boots, asos)

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here i am, back to black.

i've limited myself to only colorful purchases this year, so

where have all the colors gone?

seems most of my colorful things are either (hot) outerwear, or super casual tank tops. i have a void in the middle that must be filled. until then, i'll keep the colors at my fingertips. 

i've worn this top open as intended here, but i love it much better pinned and tucked in like a blouse.

does this mean i should shop?

(top, f21; shorts, express or similar here; boots, asos)

love you stud.

a recent downpour gave me an opportunity to break out the new asos boots i almost never had.

i grumbled about the whole deal here.

then felt better here.

the shoe itself is a tad big, and my ankles are swimming, but nothing will keep me away from a good-looking stud.

wanted them all...

...but settled for "sand tropez" and "watermelon"

(leather shorts, uo; top, f21; sweater, random l.a. shop; boots, asos)

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