Blow a Kiss, Fire a Gun

(Sunglassspot Shades | Forever 21 Slit Tank | Foreign Exchange Bralette)

Sorry loves its been a minute! Just wanted to provide a quick update with a few snaps from one of my favorite spots in LA arts district. I've also got a vacation recap of my trip to Wisconsin for ya'll coming your way! In the meantime, stay cool like I did in this high slit tank from F21. My latest obsession this summer has also been sunglasses, on and obviously colorful doors! 

XOXOJOANNIE

THE CALI CHEMIST 

Instagram | Lookbook | Chictopia | Tumblr

Strangers

(Rosegal lace Top | Zara Leather Leggings | Born Pretty Bracelet | Forever 21 Cut-Out Booties)

I've always been eyeing the Jeffrey Campbell cut-out booties, so when I found these Forever 21 booties for 1/4 of the price I was ecstatic! Not only are they cute, they're super comfortable and are my current casual "ladies' night" shoes. As for the rest of this look, I decided to pair a feminine peice with a my favorite pleather leggings from Zara. This gifted lace top from my friends over at Rosegal Vintage gives off the perfect flirty vibe. I absolutely love the two-toned detail of the lace floral pattern and solid chiffon combination. However, if you're read my blog you know I'm not all that girly. So I roughened this white lace top up by pairing it with black pleather, black, black and more black. The are also a bunch of other cute vintage styled pieces available at Rosegal Vintage. 

And of course, 95% of the time I also tend to pair everything with gold accessories. However, ever since I've gotten this chained bracelet ring from Born Pretty I've been ditching' the gold and sportin' the silver more and more. I've received many compliments from strangers on this delicate piece! Although the site already offers cute jewelry at incredibly affordable prices, Born Pretty has also given my readers a special 10% promo code (use JCT10 at checkout)! 

XOXOJOANNIE

ANURBAN-EXPLORER

Instagram | Lookbook | Chictopia | Tumblr

Huntington Library

(Tobi Dress | Kimchi Blue Lace Kimono | BCBGeneration Booties | Marc by Marc Jacobs Bag)

Hi Dear Readers! Hope everyone has had a great winter vacation. While mine consisted mostly of foodie adventures with friends and sleeping in, I was finally able to visit the Huntington Library with le boyf right before having to go back to work. Although I've grown up in this city all my life, its crazy how I've never actually visited the Garden/Museum. If anyone is in the LA area you guys should definitely check it out. As for my attire that day, we were lucky enough for it to be 73 degrees and sunny (stay warm my mid-west/east coast friends). Thus, I was able to throw on this simple slip dress from Tobi and my new favorite lace kimono snagged from Urban Outfitters (on sale too!). Happy New Year guys!

 XOXOJOANNIE 

ANURBAN-EXPLORER

Instagram | Lookbook | Chictopia | Tumblr

Ready or Not

( Urban Outfitters Tee | La Mer Watch | MyHotShoes Wedges)

Sorry for the lack of outfit posts! But I am so glad to be back! Loving this loose patriotic tee paired with these gorgeous wedges courtesy of MyHotShoes. I've caught myself wearing beanies more often due to the drop in temperature here in California. I'll be going to Florida next week with the boy, can't wait to share the pictures with you all! In the mean time, whose excited that JT is back?! 

MUCH LOVE, 

ANURBAN-EXPLORER 

In The Name of Love + GIVEAWAY!

(Forever 21 Cardigan & Tee | Michael Kors Satchel | Zara Sneaker Wedges | Ferre Glasses)

I have been LOVING the fall weather. Its the perfect occasion for thick cardigans and anything laid back and comfortable. Sadly it'll be warm again in a blink of an eye. This cardigan and these awesome sneaker wedges from Zara have been my go to pieces for the past few weeks. 

Living on the sunny side of California, you also can't go wrong with a great pair of sunnys like the ones here gifted from my friends at Sunglasses Shop. Not only that, they are generous enough to offer a pair to one of my lucky readers! 

TO ENTER: Just comment below with "I WANT THOSE GLASSES!" and leave your name and email! You must also LIKE the Sunglasses Shop's FACEBOOK PAGE. This give-away will be open for 2 weeks and I will select a winner with a random generator!

GOOD LUCK, and happy early Thanksgiving! 

XOXOJOANNIE

ANURBAN-EXPLORER

Fall Staples & Winter Needs

Its fall, but in some places it already feels like winter. Which makes me wonder, is CHRISTMAS HERE YET? Luckily, there are always ways to pair your winter needs to turn them into fall staples. Lately, I've found myself wearing my booties with thick cardigans. Although I do wish its already cold enough in California to rock coats, it seems like its just wishful thinking. I've also been eyeing these gorgoeus bags for an early Christmas present to myself. Whats in your fall wardrobe?

XOXOJOANNIE

ANURBAN-EXPLORER

Floral For Fall

(Forever 21 Top | Michael Kors Satchel | BDG Jeans | MyHotShoes Boots)

Sorry for the quality of the pictures! I managed to snap a few photos with a simple digital camera right before I embarked on my busy weekends! I apologize for the lack of posting but I've missed you guys! Enjoy this festive fall outfit with my new favorite riding boats courtesy of MyHotShoes and the pictures of foods I've had this weekend! 

XOXOJOANNIE ANURBAN-EXPLORER

The Foodie

This basically sums up my weekend. Raging through street food and buying little trinkets that aren't necessary but necessary! But who could resist! 

XOXOJOANNIE

Killing Me Softly

( 2020Ave Skulls Tank | DIY Shorts | MyHotShoes Wedges)
Who doesn't love a good old Lauren Hill classic? Other than that, the California heat HAS been slowly killing me. Thanks to this awesome rockin` skulls tank courtesy of 2020Ave I was able to keep cool this weekend. Loving the asymmetric cut of it cause I love all things asymmetrical. Gives everything character!  These MyHotShoes wedges are also darling! 
Keep cool, or if you're on the other side of the earth, keep warm!
XOXOJOANNIE