L.A. Styling

This past weekend, Mel and I went to L.A. to attend a friend's 30th birthday party. Most of L.A. nightclubs have a strict dress code and are pretty selective. This meant that I'll most likely have to wear a dress. Who wears dresses to nightclubs? No, seriously I usually only wear dresses to weddings and events as such and I don't like when I'm forced to wear one. I do have a LBD but I think it may be more appropriate for a funeral or work-related event.  So, after some wardrobe stressing I went to The Rack and found a black bodycon dress on clearance for $15 which I felt was more appropriate for a L.A. nightclub.

Remix'd: Kimono Jacket

Kimono jackets are another trend that I've been noticing AND I really like so I decided to make my own from a over sized button up shirt.

Boho Chic

This week's theme for Mamanista Fridays is boho chic. Boho are pieces with gypsy prints and patterns, fringe, floppy hats, vests, maxi skirts, feathers, headbands, florals, crochet and I'm sure the list goes on. I have a few pieces that fall within this list and I chose my denim vest, off white dress and fringe boots to create this look.

Sew New: Wide Leg Pants

This month's sew from scratch project is wide leg pants and I may take them with me on my trip in a couple of weeks. I've realized that the more projects I sew, the better I am getting at it. It's still a bit scary but I'm proud of my progress thus far because practice does make perfect.

Remix'd: Tie Dye Shirt

This week I'm styling a tie dye shirt I made using bleach. Quick and easy project to do on a warm afternoon.

Cropped

The crop top is a huge spring and summer trend and I had to jump on the bandwagon. I think anyone can wear it and it comes in different lengths so you can choose how much skin you want to show.

Remix'd: Festival Inspired

Weekend 2 of the Coachella Festival is this upcoming weekend and sadly I will not be attending. Again. But that's alright, I can pretend. In spirit of festival style I created a fringe tee and scalloped edge denim shorts.

Remix'd: Denim Jacket

My son outgrew one of his denim jackets so of course I took it and made it more fun. I applied a printed sheet to the back panel and on the front of the pockets. I thrifted the sheet but you can use anything you want such as a graphic tee.

Casual Friday

Just a simple look today featuring one of my favorite tees and sneakers.

Remix'd: Military Vest, Finally!

I'm going to try to post 2 tutorials a week, time permitting of course. The second tutorial for this week is a military vest. I know I'm late to the game but I finally have one and as they say, better late than never. I found this cute military jacket a few weeks back at the thrift store and knew that it would make for the perfect vest. I love that it has a patterned panel in the back.

Remix'd: Exposed Zippers

This week's refashion remix is exposed zippers. Exposed zippers are zippers that are clearly visible. It can be placed anywhere and it adds a little fun to something that may or may not be plain. I was so excited completing this super easy project that I added zippers to a tee, blouse, dress, crop top and a tank. I placed all of the zippers on the back.

Denim X 2

It's April already and there are plenty of trends to try and wear for the Spring months. One trend that I really want to try is the 2 piece patterned sets such as a floral crop top with a matching floral pencil skirt or striped blazer with matching striped shorts. While I'm not wearing matching printed pieces, the denim on denim look is a trend that I like and think will be here for a little while longer. 

Get To Know Me

I was recently tagged by the lovely Robin at Robincharmagne with a list of fun questions so you guys can get to know me better. Here are my answers and a few images to go along with them.