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

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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 

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Grown Up Christmas List

As I dove into creating my wish list this year I realized that as I've grown older my list has gotten less comprehensive and consists of items that I've actually been eyeing/loving for a while. But hey, thats what being a girl in her twenties is all about right? Definitely thinking of snagging some of these things for myself as a self given Christmas present. Can't get enough of those Julep Nail polishes and creamy Lipsticks from Marc Jacob. Also, a few monochromatic items to fit my current wardrobe.

WHATS ON YOUR LIST? 

XOXOJOANNIE

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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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Outshine

(Zara Skirt | Forever 21 Vest | Marc by Marc Jacob Bag & Glasses | Call It Spring Heels)

Hi lovelies! This post features one of my very best friends! As you could see we had a lot of fun as I dragged her into a few pictures. Her style is definitely laid back casual chic. Decided to pair this infamous Zara skirt with this structured vest, playing off the symmetry and angles. These ombre heels from Call It Spring were also a steal. For those of you who don't know, Call It Spring is a branch off of Aldo. They pose a close resemblance to the Jeffrey Campbells Soiree Heels that were oh so popular last year for a fraction of the price. Hope you guys enjoyed this outfit post!

XOXOJOANNIE

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Laser Cut

(Forever 21 Top & Shorts | Zara Heels | Marc by Marc Jacob Watch & Bag) Summer tends to linger a bit longer here in the West. Well I'm definitely not complaining! I've had these laser cut shorts for some time now but somehow forgot about them. Glad I found them while the weather was still appropriate!

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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