(California) Winter Woes

{jacket: j. crew | shirt: nordstrom (similar) | jeans: seven for all mankind (similar) | flats: justfab (sold out in brown - available in black)}

I'm sure you've all heard of the polar vortex plaguing the nation. Well... Southern California was hit by our own version of the polar vortex recently... 4 straight days of pouring rain. I know, I know - terrifying. I'm kidding, of course, but seriously, this outfit only lasted so long, until on the way out of my door, I stepped ankle-high into a deceptively deep puddle, and had to return home to temporarily change into rain boots simply to get to my car. Like I said... terrifying. Nevermind my brand-new umbrella blowing backwards and upside down into the wind and having to reshape its wires back to normal on my way home. Terrifying.

Friday's Fancies: Dress Yourself!

{Heart Pin/Jacket/Shirt/Cords/Monogram/Bubble Necklace/Watch/Bracelet/Boots/Ring/Belt/Purse}

This week's Friday's Fancies theme is "Dress Yourself!" aka make up an outfit that screams "you!" Or, rather, "me!" What I didn't realize is that it would take me three weeks to put one together! I know what you're probably thinking: there's a lot going on in this outfit.Well, turns out, a lot pretty much categorizes my style! I love a lot of things: I love accessories. I love anything Native American-inspired. I love denim on denim. I love monograms. I love bubble necklaces. I love seafoam green/mint. I love Tory Burch. I love oversized menswear-style watches (And this Marc Jacobs one is my new obsession - possible birthday gift?!). And apparently, I love eclectic outfits!

And how about yourself? What screams "you!?"

Celeb Style - My Way: Amber Heard [+ Macy's Coat Review!]

{Coat: c/o Macy's | Shirt & Jeans: Forever 21 | Loafers: Shoe Dazzle | Necklace (Gift) & Watch: Nordstrom}

Lately, I've become pretty much in love with Amber Heard's street style! She always looks perfectly imperfect, and I love all of her fun, undone details. I've been particularly caught up with her khaki coat looks! So, when Macy's reached out to me to review one of their coats, I knew what I was looking for! They have so many adorable coats and jackets to choose from, and although I was secretly lusting after a floor-length puffer coat, I had to admit to myself that California "winters" really called for something a bit lighter, so I went for this adorable color block pea coat! I love that it's a classic with a twist, and I swoon over the subtle feminine details! Not only was their customer service outstanding, but this coat is also beautifully made, and fits like a dream. I know it will keep me warm (and stylish) in the upcoming winter months!

Is a color block pea coat not quite your style? Don't worry, Macy's has SO many adorable (& affordable!) coats for you to choose from! I picked out a few more of my favorites to share with you, along with some head-to-toe looks to accompany them!

{Trench Coat / Necklace / Earrings / Shirt / Jeans / Loafers / Watch / Belt}

{Pea Coat / Scarf / Sweater / Beanie / Watch / Purse / Booties / Jeans}

{Puffer Coat / Purse / Pants / Sweater / Boots / Scarf / Watch / Earrings / Ring}

{Coat / Dress / Bow / Bracelet / Ring / Earrings / Purse / Pumps}

So go on, head over to Macy's and pick out your favorite coat to fall head over heels into autumn and prepare for the winter months!

Celeb Style - My Way: Olivia Palermo

{Shirt & Bracelet: Nordstrom | Skirt: Old Navy | Flats: ShoeMint | Watch: Shock Boutique}

When I saw this double denim look on Olivia, I loved it immediately! I was afraid of denim-on-denim for awhile, after thoroughly abusing the trend in the late '90s. Now that it's back in full effect, I love to try out the look in different ways! (Truth be told, the top I'm wearing in this outfit isn't really denim - it's actually a very soft, cotton shirt in a blue jean shade.) I put together a few looks to inspire you all to wear double denim!

{Flares / Shirt / Sweater / Belt / Wedges / Watch / Ring / Bangle}

{Hat / Earrings / Purse / Tank / Shorts / Vest / Shirt / Sneakers / Cuff}

{Necklace / Shirt / Vest / Wallet / Skirt / Glasses / Flatforms}

What's your favorite way to wear denim on denim?