Mars.

(Yesstyle Oversized Jumper | Zara pants | Ivanka Trump Boots | Saint Laurent Cassandre Crossbody )
It felt great to finally be back in Chicago for the weekend. Aside from visiting a few restaurants I had scoped out from Yelp (visit "Crisp" for the best wings on earth), I also got to dress for winter one last time. I was comfy all weekend in oversized jumpers and scarves! This Saint Laurent beauty was also a recent purchase as a be-lated birthday gift to myself and need less to say I've been using the crap out of it. Till next time!

XOXOJOANNIE

THE CALI CHEMIST

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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

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Pleather

( Forever 21 Necklace | Nordstrom Knitted Sweater | Zara Pleather pants | BCBGeneration Boots | 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Satchel)

I've been basically peeled to fitted knits and statement necklaces for the past few weeks. Am I the only one thats super excited that fall is finally here?! This is basically my go to combo with leather details as a "must-have". If you guys are looking for a comfortable casual boot for the fall season, these babies from BCBG are also the perfect height without putting too much pressure on your feet. This Phillip Lim collab with Target bag has also been my go to bag for work. With the craze in LA everything was basically sold out but the boyf was able to snag me one from the suburbs of Chicago. #WIN. Love you guys! 

XOXOJOANNIE

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Bottoms Up

Look - (Local Boutique Muscle Shirt | Zara Pants & Heels | Jacob Glasses & Bag) Food - ( Larchmont Bungalow | Fuku Burger )
Sorry for the August Hiatus! Need I say, work has been pretty busy but I'll definitely get back into the blogging grind! Hope everyone enjoyed their Labor Day weekend. Mine consisted of visiting the Los Angeles County Museum of Art along with food adventures and major food coma. I've also snagged these green harem pants from Zara when they had their sale. Saw them on a co-worker and knew I HAD TO GET THEM! Its been burning as of lately but I've somehow still incorporated these babys into my wardrobe.

XOXOJOANNIE

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FORTUNE

(Forever 21 Top | Zara Heels and Skort | Marc by Marc Jacob Bag | Michael Kors Watch)

Yes its the infamous Zara heels and skort thats been floating around the blogosphere for quite some time now. Decided to pair them together in this monochromatic combo! There is something about all black with a pop of gold that instantly makes you feel more bad-ass dont ya think?

XOXOJOANNIE

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Clarity

(Zara Top & Shoes | Dailylook Leather Leggings | Steve Madden Bag | Marc Jacobs Watch | Stella & Dot Necklace)

Happy Presidents Day! As of lately I've found myself straying away from the bolder prints and heading towards the more basic pieces that could be thrown on with just good old jeans or paired with some leather leggings if I'm feeling on the edgier side. This oversized top from Zara is one of those pieces! Paired it with my new Zara kitten heels which I fell in love with the moment I saw them. 

Since I didn't have work, I decided to have a little sister bonding time shopping and paying a visit to one of our favorite tea places. Did I mention we went to see Warm Bodies? I'm hoping my sister and I aren't the only ones who loved it! How was your extended weekend? 

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XOXOJOANNIE

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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

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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

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Basic Ombre

(H&M Ombre Top | Michael Kors Bag & Watch | Zara Heels)
A perk of being in Southern California is the endless sun, and oh yeah, Disneyland. As to why I decided to wear a 3/4 sleeve in 100 degree weather I must admit, kind of a mistake! However, its always nice to effortlessly throw on an ombre top + shorts and not look like I'm prepping for an ultra lazy Sunday. My trip to the theme park was lovely as Ellen from Mintgreensubmarine came back for a week to visit El Lay. These heels from Zara are also my new favorite pair of work heels. It was a happy weekend, how could you not be happy at DISNEYLAND RIGHT?
XOXOJOANNIE ANURBAN-EXPLORER