My uniform as of late -- casual yet functionally stylish.

Anorak jacket: Old Navy; Pleated dress: Queen's Wardrobe; Leopard print heels: Aldo; Panama hat: H&M; Clutch: American Apparel

Blazer, Zara; Shirt: Gap; Pants: Asos; Suede heels: Charlotte Ronson, via Shopbop; Clutch: Zara

There's something oh so fitting about wearing my pseudo "suit" to work today. After seeing Beth's rendition of the casual day suit, I figured I would try my hand out at it -- after all, I do have an unhealthy amount of blazers and cropped trouser pants (ahem, in many, many colors). Anyone up for an intervention?

Navy blue cable knit sweater, Forever21, gifted; wool skirt, vintage Christian Dior c/o Market Publique; espadrilles, c/o Sophie Theallet for Nine West; multicolored straw clutch, H&M

What a sweet, summery pair of shoes, no? The lovely folks at Nine West have just recently collaborated with Sophie Theallet (see the collection here) and sent me these espadrilles to style up -- of course, given San Francisco's fickle weather, these will certainly prove handy to summer-ize any outfit, even if it involves a wool skirt like I'm wearing here. Also, I can't wait to sport these while riding my bike to the Mission for some thrift shopping. Yes, I have plans for these shoes. Already!

On a side note -- saw The Kills last night. Has anyone else seen them live? I'm completely blown away by the two of them. Amazing.

Sequin shirt, Elizabeth and James; Skinny jeans, Zara; Pointy toe colorblocked heels, Asos; Leather clutch, American Apparel

I am absolutely in love with this shirt. It has the right amount of drape and weight (yes, those are all sequins!) and looks oddly enough like a bowling shirt from behind.

I totally adore bowling and therefore I might have to sport this gorgeous bowling shirt the next time I take a trip to the bowling alley. Bowling is such a fun way to pass the time and is an amazing activity that you can complete with your family and friends, or even as a date.

Although, if you are someone who likes to take their bowling a little more seriously, you might want to invest in some proper bowling shoes. Bowling shoes can make a big difference to your bowl so do not be afraid to try some out for yourself! Not sure where to begin? Tale a look at this useful guide to help you find the perfect pair of bowling shoes: https://skilledbowlers.com/bowling-supplies-equipment/best-bowling-shoes/.

Do you like bowling? Let me know in the comments below.

What can I say -- loving this shade of orange lately!

Having recently re-watched "The Graduate" again makes me laugh every time I look at the Bay Bridge now. For all of two epic scenes where Dustin Hoffman is driving in his little red convertible to see Elaine, who is studying in Berkeley, he's driving the wrong way on the bridge -- each time to San Francisco, not to Berkeley. Understandably, they didn't want him driving the correct direction, since it would require him to use the lower, covered portion of the bridge, and hence, less epic.

But still. Now you know.

Use that for your next movie trivia night!

Dress: Long floral maxi, Asos
Vest: Black formal vest, Urban Outfitters,
Shoes: Suede heels, Charlotte Ronson
Purse: Cream leather clutch, vintage

It's really refreshing when you can grab something as staple as a plain white tee and pair it with a bright skirt or funky print -- and be done! I've been loving the resurgence of this seemingly simple styling trick (thanks to Jil Sander S/S 2011) and can't seem to stop! Have you guys been trying it out lately?

T-shirt: White V-neck, Gap
Skirt: Pleated alphabet skirt, H&M
Shoes: Suede heels, Charlotte Ronson
Purse: Orange leather clutch, American Apparel

Picked up this Stella McCartney-esque top at Zara a few weekends ago. Oranges and lemons are an interesting print to style -- while I kept it pretty simple with this outfit, I have a few zany outfits cooking for this blouse, stay tuned!

Happy Thursday!

Blouse: Orange and lemon print blouse, Zara
Skirt: Black pencil skirt, Forever21
Shoes: Black strappy sandals, Badgley Mischka
Purse: Orange leather clutch, American Apparel

I think these colors made everyone's eyes at work widen a bit.

Blazer: Orange blazer, Zara
Blouse: Pink button front top, Urban Outfitters
Jeans: Dark rinse skinny jeans, Zara
Shoes: Pointy toe colorblocked heels, Asos
Bag: Leather clutch, vintage

Wore this to the Alameda Flea Market this past Sunday -- so if it looks like I'm a bit sunburnt in these photos, it's because I am! Picked up a lot of great little oddities and old gold frames for my wall of frames -- perhaps I'll do an apartment post when I'm finally proud of my little studio! About a year later and I'm almost there! Decorating for me takes an unbelievable amount of time. What can I say? I'm a bit indecisive.

Top: Striped tee, Zara
Skirt: Leather full skirt, H&M
Shoes: Colorblocked strappy sandals, Zara
Bag: Leather clutch, vintage

I built this outfit primarily around these shoes, which were a total impulse buy at All Saints last week. I've been envying this pair of Isabel Marants on everyone lately, so when I spotted this pair of equally two-toned neutral heels, I knew I had to have them. All buyer's remorse when out the window when I was comfortable walking around (up and down hills) in SF -- double points!

How was your weekend? Lots of good sunshine like we had here?

Vest: Black dress vest, Urban Outfitters
Blouse: Sleeveless tie front blouse, Forever21
Skirt: Khaki mini skirt, Banana Republic
Shoes: Strappy sandal heels, All Saints
Purse: Orange leather clutch, American Apparel

Happy Friday, everyone! We made it! Any fun plans this weekend?

Jacket: Trench coat with sleeves cut off, Old Navy
Dress: Striped shift dress, H&M
Shoes: Black suede heels, Charlotte Ronson
Purse: Green leather clutch, Zara
Watch: Gold and tortoise shell oversized watch, Michael Kors

I love me a good Tom Petty reference every once in a while, don't you? (Side note: Check out that vintage Johnny Depp!)

These pants, clearly very wide, were the comfiest thing for a rather jam packed Wednesday. I love that they're almost indistinguishable from a long maxi skirt, unless I kick my leg up really high (I omitted those photos from this post -- my better judgment got the best of me).

Happy Wednesday!

I remember spotting this exact shirt on Hanneli last summer and have been lusting after it ever since. Can't wait to wear it for nice brisk spring days walking around San Francisco.

On a side note, my dear friend Christine of My Style Pill, did a fun little webisode with The Shops at Columbus Circle, shopping and doing what she does best -- styling! Check it out here!

A huge thank you is in order to the incredibly sweet Pamela of Market Publique. She happened to remember me envying her skirt at at an IFB conference last year and sent it on over recently as a little surprise.

Isn't the print great? Animal print with animal heads? Meeee-ow.

Hope you all had a lovely weekend!

Will have to do a remix of some sort with this sheer white skirt -- just so many outfits I want to wear with it!

In other events, have you guys checked out bspoke yet? Bspoke, the official blog for Boutiques.com, is where I spend my time blogging when I'm not blogging here -- trend reports, designer interviews and all in all, a good time. It would mean a great deal to me if you were to check out some of my favorite posts, including where I interviewed Anna Wintour here, Hamish Bowles here and Andy of the blog, Style Scrapbook, here.

Hope you enjoy!

Jacket: Leather shearling lined jacket, Topshop
Sweater: Chunky knit metallic sweater, Urban Outfitters
Skirt: Sheer white maxi skirt, American Apparel
Shoes: Leopard print heels, Aldo

Spent Saturday getting my taxes done -- which only meant that a leisurely drive down to Santa Cruz was in order. And of course, grabbing some good eats for the Giants game.

How was your weekend?

Dress: White eyelet sundress, Urban Outfitters
Sweater: Black cardigan, Express
Hat: Straw panama hat, H&M
Shoes: Patterned wedges (do these count as flatforms?), Rachel Roy

Been digging out a lot of my brights lately and pairing them with my neutrals -- it's like a jolt of caffeine for the day!

Happy Friday!

Jacket: Blazer, Express
Blouse: Neon yellow ruffle tank, Forever21
Skirt: Pleated camel skirt, Zara
Shoes: Suede heels, Charlotte Ronson
Purse: Orange leather clutch, American Apparel

Lately, I've been drawn to this electric blue color. Been picking it up in some of the most random pieces, these pants were my latest conquest and were fitting for a sunny Sunday afternoon.

Jacket: White linen blazer, Urban Outfitters
Blouse: Gold Aryn K top, sample sale in NYC
Pants: Electric blue(berry) trouers, Asos
Shoes: Suede heels, Charlotte Ronson
Clutch: iPad case, DIYed after seeing this post on P.S. I Made This

After a few beautiful sunny days, we had a brief cloudy stint -- making it a perfect occasion to bust out this pleated maxi dress I recently got from Asos. Confession: this outfit is very much inspired after seeing this outfit on Joanna Hillman at Lincoln Center in February.

Dress: Pleated maxi dress, Asos
Jacket: Gray wool overcoat, BB Dakota
Shoes: Platform Dany heels, Jessica Simpson
Bag: Leopard print top handle bag, Forever 21

Looks like my nickname for the rest of day is going to be something along the lines of:

"Skittles!"
"Rainbow bright"
"Fruit Loops"

Personally, I prefer Skittles -- sweet start to my Friday!

Blouse: Striped top, Zara
Skirt: Electric blue mini, Zara
Shoes: Suede orange heels, Urban Outfitters

These photos were taken literally 5 minutes before a huge down pour of rain -- which continued throughout the weekend. Great excuse to stay inside, listen to some Lykke Li and organize my once cluttered shelves with magazines, books and prized knick knacks.

How was your weekend?

I don't think there can be anything more comfortable than palazzo pants. And I'm so glad they're cropping up in stores now! Let the swishy pant race begin!

Blazer: Leather constrast sleeves, Need Supply
Shirt: Gray tank, Urban Outfitters
Pants: White wide leg palazzo pants, H&M
Purse: Straw purple and orange clutch, H&M

Lately, I've had a bit of a color crush if you will, on shades of blue: electric in particular (outfit post coming soon) but this calming muted cobalt blue is doing just the trick for me! The colorblocked black along the sides and the fact that it's unbelievably soft made for a fitting outfit on a rather gloomy Sunday.

Plus, I just had to throw in the vibrant fuschia lip color in!

Jacket: Cropped leather jacket, F21
Dress: Cynthia Rowley (NYC splurge!)
Shoes: DIYed YSL look alikes

Sometimes, in life, you just have to shrug your shoulders. For such a small amount of effort, it packs the most punch.

Ya know what I mean?

Jacket: Leather shearling lined jacket, Topshop
Dress: Pale pink pleated dress, Queen's Wardrobe
Shoes: Leopard print heels, Aldo
Bag: Chanel quilted bag, vintage

It's funny how everything comes in polar opposites. One season, you can't get enough of muted neutrals and shades of pale rose and taupe. The next, all things bright and jewel toned really get you going. Ebb and flow, y'all. Ebb and flow!

Happy Monday!

Sweater: Purple sweater, via Crossroads
Blouse: Tangerine silk blouse, Urban Outfitters
Pants: Red trousers, Zara
Shoes: Leopard print heels, Aldo

Shearling, shearling, shearling! I saw so much shearling while out in NYC, which made me long for this jacket that I left at home -- picture the dilemma: I already had three fur coats PACKED and SMOOSHED (spelling?) in my one suitcase, with me sitting on top of it, carefully trying not to catch the fur in the zipper, huffing and puffing all the time.

So, basically any jacket that didn't look like it would suffice in a blizzard, I left at home. Alas, this shearling lined beauty is perfect for San Francisco weather and cozy to boot! Plus, I have some maxi dresses that it would be perfect with!

Jacket: Shearling lined waterfall drape jacket, Need Supply
Blouse: Button front mint blouse, Christian Dior, vintage
Pants: Flared jeans, Urban Outfitters
Shoes: Platform Dany heels, Jessica Simpson