'70s Style

{dress: forever 21 | platforms: steve madden (similar) (similar) | watch: c/o timex | tassel bracelet: c/o cathryn ann designs via sincerely truly scrumptious giveaway}

I fell in love with this dress when I saw it, and even more when I tried it on! Something about it just screamed out a '70s vibe to me! '70s style takes hints of '60s mod graphic prints, mixes it in with the hippie revolution, and takes it to the next level with oversized silhouettes, cropped hemlines, and solid accessories to anchor it all down!

Here is some '70s style inspiration, followed by some '70s-inspired outfits to get you all looking like you're grooving to a Supertramp album on a vinyl couch in your cork-walled basement. ;)

{images via pinterest}

{purse / jeans / blouse / platforms / earrings / bracelet}

Few things say '70s more to me than flared jeans, platforms, and bold prints! Put it all over the edge with a fringed statement bag, and you have basically entered a style time machine!

{sunglasses / purse / dress / platforms / ring}

Half-Twiggy, half-Mary-Kate Olsen, the over-the top mustard yellow dress, ditsy floral platforms, and funky accessories exude '70s style!

{jacket / blouse / necklace / hat / shorts / huaraches}

I think this interpretation of '70s style is extremely wearable! Easy cutoffs, comfy huaraches, and a drapey blouse and jacket are super relaxed and super easy, but have just the right about of vintage flair to really make your style pop!

What do you think - will you try rocking your own updated version of '70s style?

More Fall Colors

{cardigan: nordstrom (similar) (similar) | shirt: nordstrom (similar) (similar) | necklace: nordstrom (similar) | cords: urban outfitters (similar) | flats: ziginy via century 21 (similar) (similar) | clutch: popbasic (similar) (similar) | watch: c/o timex}

A couple posts back, I told you all how olive, maroon, and comfy sweaters just scream fall to me. Turns out, when you throw navy in that mix, plus some buttery leather, and just a touch of sparkle, it takes that autumnal color palette to a whole new level!

I wore this out last weekend on a chilly Sunday evening to see an awesome play with my mom & grandma at the South Coast Rep!

P.S. Can you check out this amazing watch that Timex so graciously sent me? Talk about a STATEMENT piece! I'm in love! [Insert double heart eye emoji here!]

Friday's Fancies: Boo-tiful! - Mary Poppins

{bag (similar) / hat / shirt / bow / tights / heels / skirt}

I have a confession: I'm over Halloween. Don't get me wrong. I'm not over candy. I'm not over pumpkin decorating. I'm not even over dressing up. But I am over big Halloween extravaganzas that include but are not limited to: DJs, public drunkenness, hours of dancing, and way too many people.

I didn't celebrate Halloween last year (I was actually at a Bat Mitzvah), and I have been hoping for the past year that some low-key plans would emerge, and lucky me, my friends Sarah & Dan are having a little soiree at their apartment - thank goodness!

This year, I'm leaving the slutty bumblees, slutty girl scouts, slutty race car drivers, and slutty Alice in Wonderlands at home (Why, yes, I have dressed up as all of those things... You can judge me. I would), and I'm going fully-clothed Disney this year - with the practically perfect Mary Poppins, Keiko Lynn style. Boyfriend is going as Bert, and I am stoked to be 1) comfy, 2) calm, and 3) coupled this Halloween. :)

What will you be dressing as this Halloween? Head over to long distance loving for more costume ideas!

Black & White & Ikat All Over

{dress: forever 21 | loafers: love culture (similar)}

First, let me say, no, these photos were not taken in the middle of the night, but actually prior to sunrise, at the crack of dawn when I am forced to wake up for work. ;)

Moving on...

I really love this dress. What's cool about it is that it has 2 "waist" styles - it's a drop-waist (there's a seam towards the bottom that gives it that precious ruffle), but it also cinches at the natural waist, which is perfect for my body type! It's the best of both worlds, baby!

I got this dress at the massive Forever 21 in Las Vegas using a gift card I'd hoarded for almost 6 months. I don't usually go for black & white, but I also had to talk myself out of getting this other black & white dress, and though I'm still in love with this cute little flirty black & white number (did you notice that pop of neon pink at the neckline?), I am totally kicking myself for not getting the 2nd option, too!

A Taste of Fall

{jacket: nordstrom (similar) (similar) | sweater: forever 21 | cords: urban outfitters (similar) | loafers: target (similar) | necklace: aloha swap meet (similar)}

There's something about olive, maroon, and comfy sweaters that just screams fall to me! Here in Southern California, we've had an at-length "Indian Summer," if you will. Also known as 80+ temperatures, extreme sunshine, and little chance for sweaters, jackets, or even pants. We were lucky enough to have about 3 days of under 70-degree temperatures, and 1 magical day of rain. I got to take advantage of that taste of fall weather and break out my tried-and-true autumn attire!

Here's some more autumn inspiration for you!

{sweater (similar) / boots / pants (similar) (similar) / earrings / purse}

{pants / sweater / boots / necklace / purse}

{blazer / heels / dress (similar) / necklace / ring / watch / purse}

What's your go-to fall color palette?

Friday's Fancies: Travel Chic

{hat / tote / jacket / sweater / flats / watch / jeans}

I have to tell you all... I'm kind of obsessed with travel chic. Thanks to Pinterest, Us Weekly, and Fashion Police, I can check out nearly every stylish celebrity's fashion choices mid-flight. My Pinterest boards wreak of airport chic, and my traveling attire is often just as important to me as what I pack in my suitcase!

Over the past couple of years, I've decided that aside from style, comfort is the absolute key when traveling! Comfy jeans, a lightweight sweater, a roomy but structured tote, and easy off-and-on flats for TSA checks are musts! Plus, don't forget a hat to hide air-pressured hair messes and a slim watch that won't set off metal detectors!

P.S. I am also definitely obsessed with this tote bag (monogrammed!) and these most certainly impeccably-made flats! Helloooo, gorgeous leather pieces! ;)

Classic Pink Pop

So, I kind of teeter-totter between trying to be "super professional" and "I don't want to be super professional" at work these days. As I've mentioned before, most of the teachers at the school dress quite casually, more casual than even my most casual, to be honest. So, sometimes, when I "dress up" (i.e. wear dress pants), I feel like a stuffy fuddy-duddy! However, in this case, throwing in this pop of color (remember when that term was a fashion "thing?") in BRIGHT PINK made me feel a little more relateable, a little more fun, and a lot more Barbie. ;)

Friday's Fancies: Party Time!

{earrings / clutch / necklace / heels / dress}

Today officially marks the 150th edition of Friday's Fancies! That's nearly 3 years, everyone! We've been getting inspired to be creative with our style and interpret trends all thanks to Allison over at long distance loving, and today it's time to "celebrate!" I put together my best party attire - how can you go wrong with a sparkly heel, a flirty party dress, and some rhinestone-coated accessories?

Head over to long distance loving to check out some more celebratory ensembles and... Let's party!

The Most Beautiful Dress in the World

{dress: anthropologie - sold out (similar) | cardigan: old navy | platforms: chinese laundry}

So, I'm not even trying to be hyperbolic here, but I really do think this is the most beautiful dress in the world. When I saw Bridgette post it on Instagram a few months ago, I fell instantly in love and rushed onto the Anthro website and saw that it was on sale! Though I shop online a lot, sizing always terrifies me, especially on sale items! Still, I bit the bullet, took the plunge, and ended up with this near-perfectly-fitting, gorgeously colored, heavenly embroidered piece! I paired it with these surprisingly light-as-a-feather (but slightly uncomfortable to teach in) platforms that my mom got me as a gift to start the school year!

The only downfall of wearing this to work? NO ONE COMPLIMENTED ME. NO ONE. I MEAN. NO ONE!!! NOT ONE COWORKER MADE EVEN ONE NOTION AT THE FACT THAT THIS IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DRESS IN THE WORLD! I found myself sending selfies to my friends just so they would compliment me. I was that desperate for others to acknowledge the beauty that is this dress.

So, I leave it to you, my friends. Please comment if you agree that this is, indeed, the most beautiful dress in the world. :)

Favorites & Sorries

{blazer: forever 21 (similar) | shirt: target (similar) | jeans: target | wedges: modcloth (similar) | necklace: baublebar}

These are some of my favorite pieces ever. A classic blazer, boyfriend jeans, and my comfy "Dani" wedge booties! Throw in a men's camo tee and pretty emerald-accented necklace, and you've got an "insta-outfit" in the world of The Daily Dani!

I read once that, as a blogger, you should never apologize for anything (i.e. what you wear, your absence, etc.). However, rules were made to be broken (this is comical coming from me, as I'm a strict rule-follower at all times...) and I'm going to say: I'm sorry my presence has been a bit scarce on here! I never realized how exhausting my life would be while student teaching (which is, essentially, a full-time teaching job in which you do not get paid...), along with grad school, along with homework and papers and state certifications... along with attempting to have a LIFE! Oh, and sleep. Sadly, sleep is what tends to take a backseat to everything else lately! So, from time to time, I am just far too busy or far too exhausted to blog! Sad, but true! Please bear with me, my sweet and wonderful readers, while I try to figure out how to devote time in my schedule to everything I want and love to do!!