Muted Mexi Skirt (7/30)

{Top & Flower Necklace: Forever 21 | Skirt: Billabong via Laguna Surf & Sport | Sandals: Aldo | Horn Necklace: Urban Outfitters}

Today, I'm off to the West Hills for "linner" with my dad. You know, linner... that in-between meal between lunch and dinner that you eat on holidays... Yeah, add that one to your vocabulary, and tell them I sent you. It's not supposed to reach higher than 70 degrees here, but heading up North an hour it's supposed to be about 80. Eek!

This is a skirt I rarely wear, which is why I decided to include it in my 30 for 30, and hopefully figure out some more ways to wear it! I also haven't worn these necklaces in ages, so I figured, why not kill two birds with one stone?

I'm unsure about my hair like this, it makes me feel kind of stuffy, but I need a change every once in awhile.

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there, and the biggest Happy Father's Day of all to my dad!

Happy Father's Day!

Just wanted to write up a little post to tell the world how AMAZING, WONDERFUL, and LOVING my Daddy is! No offense to all of your Dads, but mine is the best one there is. ;) And let's all take a moment to look at my collage of his '70s and '80s ensembles, and make it a point to see that I wasn't the first of the Shapiro family to rock denim on denim, nor was I the first to rock short-shorts.

I LOVE YOU, DAD!

Cheetah-licious (6/30)

 

{Top: Luna | Shorts: Foreign Exchange | Shoes: ShoeDazzle | Toe Polish: essie brazilliant}

Introducing: the most fun, and comfortable, and cheetah-licious gladiator sandals ever! Also introducing: a lovely shirt that I have already sufficiently wrinkled and gotten eyeliner on in a matter of minutes. Oops. These shorts are much more bright turquoise and acid-washed than the pictures shows, but trust me - they're mildly intense.

Today, I'm off to lunch with my friend Marcy, who I've known for about 10 years now. She's a modern-day artist/hippie, which is basically translation for I couldn't get a hold of her for about 8 months, and now that I finally have, I locked her down for a lunch date.

After lunch, I'm going with my mom to the Roller Derby. Yes, you read that right, Roller Derby! Let's see if I decide to join after checking out these jams. My roller girl name? Bloody Mary-Kate Olsen, of course.

FBFF: Summer Recipe!

This week's Fashion Beauty Friend Friday prompt is to share the recipe to my favorite seasonal dish! I originally found it in Food & Wine magazine, but tweaked it a bit to make it exactly to my liking. ;) I must admit, I don't cook often, and this recipe is hardly "cooking," but it is quite easy, incredibly delicious, and one of my absolute favorites!

{Source: Food & Wine}

Avocado Crab Salad

Ingredients:

5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
1 1/2 avocados, diced ( 1/2 inch)
1/3 cup minced red onion
Tortilla chips, for serving

1. In a small bowl, combine the lime juice with the olive oil, vegetable oil, honey and garlic. Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
2. In another small bowl, toss the crab with 3 tablespoons of the dressing and season with salt and pepper. 

3. In a medium bowl, gently toss the avocado with the red onion and 2 tablespoons of the dressing; season with salt and pepper.
4. Toss the avocado and crab together, place either in small bowls for individual servings, or in a large bowl as a "dip."

5. Serve with tortilla chips & enjoy!

Test test test (5/30)

{Top: Zara | Skirt: Forever 21 | Sandals: W3 by JustFabulous | Necklace: Vintage}

Do not adjust your computer screens. This is, indeed, a wild amount of colored stripes. I love to find two things that I'd never have thought to pair together before and do just that - this one turned out pretty cute! I'm only on Day 5 of the Challenge and am already pushing myself to the limits with a Canadian Tuxedo AND a wild printed outfit.

I also, if you didn't notice, finally discovered how to appropriately adjust light and contrast in my photos. About time, I suppose. ;)

And I also, if you didn't notice, have a really huge bun on my head.

Ruffles and awkward angles{ (4/30)

{Top: Zara | Jeans: Hudson | Shoes: W3 by JustFab}

I loved my outfit today, except that it photographed similarly to a fluffy marshmallow. Hence, this semi-awkward, yet flattering, angle.

Today, my friend & co-worker pointed out that by Day 4 of my last 30 for 30, I was already sick of it. I'm happy to say I'm in full-blown pure enjoyment out of my outfits so far, including going over to a tiny little area of my closet and finding everything I need there. I think this sets an optimistic tone for the rest of the Challenge! Hurray!

Don't forget to check out my {DENIM BOW GIVEAWAY}!

Insert cute and creative title here. (3/30)

{Cardigan: Forever 21 | Shirt: J. Crew | Shorts: True Religion DIY | Sandals: Aldo | Necklace: Vintage}

I must admit, I don't have much to say about this outfit, besides that I really like it. I've been wanting this shirt since I spied it in the J. Crew catalog, and I'm happy to be the proud owner of this fun madras number. An added bonus that perfectly matched my outfit today? This stunning sparklicious bracelet I received from a student today as an end-of-the-year gift:

 

Yay!

P.S. Don't forget to enter my DENIM BOW GIVEAWAY!