patterned clutch.

i was excited to hear that love & sunshine is coming out with a new fabric clutch. i'm already obsessed with my leopard pouch and i'm loving the fresh print on their new design. you can see a better picture of it here. keep your eye out on their instagram page for its availability.

wearing a white leather tee and jeans with a camel colored jacket...a neutral yet complementary backdrop for this pretty patterned clutch.

is it friday yet?

(lulu's leather tee; love & sunshine clutch; justfab denim;

macy's moto jacket; vince camuto shoes)

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down with the duster.

it's starting to get chilly here, and i'm excited to wear my scarves and sweaters again. and while i'd also love to rock the classic trench or a fur coat (yeah right!), i'm keeping it on the lighter side with a cardigan duster. after all, mid-day is still around 80 degrees. this one from my friendship swap is the perfect fall color, too.

are you down with the duster?

(max studio cardigan via swap; converse;

pacsun bullhead denim; rvca hat via lulu's; gap pure tee)

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alternate look:

summer mint top.

mint seems to be taking over my closet, and i'm ok with that! it's the perfect color for spring and summer as it looks refreshing thrown over white denim or shorts. it's all about details, and i love the bow and semi-sheer back on this top from Patty's Closet.

stay tuned for a cute giveaway coming up this week.

what's your summer color?

best thing ever...perfect for roasting marshmallows.

(Patty's Closet top c/o; Lulu's denim; Charles David shoes; GAP jacket)

a week of yellow. details.

today's yellow is in the details with this bright top from Patty's Closet. the lace detail needs nothing else...except maybe a bold lip!

have you updated your closet for spring yet? Patty's Closet is stocked with spring brights and fun accessories. i'm giving away a $25 gift card from Patty's Closet on instagram. details here.

(Patty's Closet top c/o; Pacsun denim;

Sole Society shoes; LAQA & Co. lips)

in case you missed it:

a week of yellow . breezy top

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)

need a code? get your first Rocksbox for free with code: rockoomphxoxo

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

Charles David shoes; LAQA & Co. lips)

the [updated] black blazer.

rediscovering my love of black as well as having an appreciation for simplicity, i've been updating my wardrobe with neutral pieces in varying textures. mornings run smoothly when i can confidently grab separates that i know will work together and look good together.

this textured blazer has a form-fitting shrunken fit, different from the oversized shapeless black blazers i've worn in the past. layered here over my favorite leather tank top, the textures give this otherwise simple black on black mix enough visual interest to get noticed.

i'm also rocking love & sunshine's newest design...

the crossbody bag.

how do you simplify getting dressed in the morning?

(black textured blazer c/o Little Mistress; top/denim/shoes via Lulu's)

here's a few to try:

east vs west style. oversized knits.

this week's trend is definitely my favorite. i wear oversized sweaters year round, and i look forward to fall as an excuse to add a few new ones to the wardrobe. surprisingly, i've never owned a plain black sweater, so this one made sense. i'll definitely get a lot of wear out of this versatile sweater.

hope you've been enjoying the series so far. what's been your favorite week?

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

what do you wear with a simple black sweater? fun two-tone denim, cute quilted heels, a bucket bag for a boho vibe, and a fall hat to top it all off.

wearing from Lulu's:

Jessica Simpson Caldas Black Leather Quilted D'orsay Heels

RVCA Rosy Fruits Black Fedora Hat

Let's Knit Together Black Sweater

Blank NYC Two Tone Black and Blue Skinny Jeans

wearing from Sole Society:

Montana Braided Leather Bucket Bag

wearing from INPINK:

Silver Pave Raja Cuff 

(get 30% off with code: EASTVSWEST)

in case you missed it:

east vs west . jewel tones

east vs west . leather

the cowl neck sweater.

turtleneck sweaters are perfect for fall's chilly weather. i love the look of them and found this sleeveless sweater to be a great alternative for our warmer weather. unfortunately, turtlenecks can be overwhelming on petite frames and can actually make us look shorter, so here are a few easy ways to make it work:

1. instead of a true turtleneck, opt for a cowl neck. it drapes at the chest and lengthens the body.

2. pair it with fitted pants that are slightly wider at the bottom to balance the fullness at the neck.

3. or, pair the oversized sweater with shorts (if you're covered up on top, it's ok to show some skin on the bottom,

and vice versa).

4. keep the look simple and unfussy.

skip the statement jewelry and let the neckline be the focus. 

are you a fan of turtlenecks?

how do you make it work for you?

(Forever 21 sweater)

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white tee + flared jeans.

easy like sunday morning...

and these were taken on sunday morning. this precise ensemble is my absolute favorite go-to outfit. here in hawaii, i can always count on a cute tee + flared jeans + fun accessories to keep me presentable but not overdone. i'm wearing a fabulous tee and necklace from my friends over at sisters marie with an oldie-but-goodie pair of jeans. and i had to throw in some leopard with this cute clutch from love & sunshine.

this long weekend was filled with just about everything...running, hiking, cleaning, eating. a few pics from yesterday's hike below.

what outfit do you feel most confident in?

anything exciting happen this weekend?

lush sunlit greens.

bamboo.

manoa falls hike. it's uphill most of the way, but overall an easy and kid-friendly hike that's a little under 2 miles. go early or else you won't have a chance to take selfies photograph the falls without people in the background.

post-hike grinds from liliha bakery. known for their fluorescent red jelly...who knows what it is, but it's yummy on their toasted butter rolls.

(necklace & old navy tee (gifted); express denim;

jessica simpson shoes; love & sunshine clutch)