Basics

{tee: target |  jeans: justfab (similar) | boots: target | sunglasses: target | bracelets: alex & ani | watch: marc by marc jacobs | necklace: vintage - my aunt's (similar) | purse: rebecca taylor (similar)}

Sometimes, an outfit that consists entirely of basics feels more fashionable than anything trendy. I felt classically comfy in this black tee, skinny jeans, and new booties. I was, however, slightly out of place at a Miley Cyrus concert. ;) To fit in, I'd have needed a little more fur, a little more weird, and a little more of my butt showing...

All Navy, All Week

{sweater: old navy | top: nordstrom (similar) | jeans: forever 21 | flats: justfab (sold out in brown - available in black) | necklace: vintage - my aunt's (similar) | watch: urban outfitters (similar)}

One fun perk about the #sublife? You can wear the same outfit 3 (or maybe 5...) days in a row, and no one will notice! If you're at a different school everyday, and you aren't seeing any of the same people, you can totally rock the same outfit repeatedly. I changed this one up on a couple of days and added some booties and a scarf, but you get the idea. This shirt is just so comfy I couldn't bear to take it off. And hey... I may even wash it...

Menswear Monday: Preppy

Last week, I gave a nod to festival-style tropical menswear! This week, I'm going in the opposite direction - full-on preppy! A timeless style defined by classic pieces, basic prints, and neutral colors look good on nearly anyone, and as long as you keep the pieces well-fit and tailored, you can't go wrong with this always perfect style.

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Pair your classic stripes and plaids with khakis, neutrals, and boat shoes, and you are good to go!

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What style do you most identify with - preppy or tropical?

Life Lately via Instagram v2.0

We now interrupt your (extremely ir)regularly scheduled outfit posts to bring you a little glimpse into the goings-on in the life of Dani lately, via my most recent Instagram photos! (Follow along @dailydaniblog!)

Last month, I headed out to LA and Melissa and I went to the Diane Von Furstenberg Journey of a Dress exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). This has been a must-see for all of the fashionistas in Southern California over the past few months! If you are a fellow fashion-lover and in the LA area, it is running through April 1 - head over ASAP and take in the beauty that is 40 years of gorgeous DVF patterns and portraits! (P.S. It's free! Cha-ching! Or, lack of cha-ching!):

{obligatory lacma lanterns shot!}

{multiply these mannequins by 10 and that's how many amazing pieces are showcased!}

{my favorite dvf portrait of the lot!}

Concerts are my happy place. I love being engulfed in beautiful music, surrounded by dancing crowds! My concert schedule was light over the past few weeks, but I did get to take in a few lovelies!:

{p!nk acrobatically sailing into the crowd!}

{miley cyrus. wearing yellow fur. floating over the crowd on a giant hot dog. yessir.}

Valentine's Day can be tough for the single (or in my case, the very recently single), but surrounding yourself with fabulous and supportive girlfriends is the cure for any broken heart:

{a valentine's day check-in to make sure i wasn't hanging from my shower rod.}

{some tasty sparkling wine, a b-day gift saved for #galentinesday}

My insta feed has been a little fashion-lite lately, but don't worry - I'll make it a point to post more #ootds soon!:

{adorable new d'orsay flats from justfab - sold out in brown, but still available in black}

I am a big fan of inventing my own hashtags, and #dailydaniclouds has become a new favorite. There is something about a mid-winter California sky that is just heavenly. (Ok, there's something about spring, summer, and autumn California skies, too...):

My best friend celebrated her 27th birthday this month, and we did it up in style... Translation:

{day-drinking at the bungalow in santa monica!}

Andddd... since Melissa's, Jenna's, and my birthday all fall within 6 weeks of each other, we did it up right - by spending an absolutely AMAZING day at Disneyland & California Adventure!:

{main street, usa}

{my new (and very necessary) hat}

{surprise birthday sundaes from the carnation cafe!}

{not just anyone gets a picture holding this oversized bunch of balloons. happy birthday to us!}

And, do send you all off, the most perfectly thought-provoking fortune:

Keep up with all of my antics over on my Instagram account, @dailydaniblog!

"On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink!"

{cardigan: target (similar) | top: forever 21 (similar) | jeans: urban outfitters (similar) | necklace: ann taylor (similar) | boots: sam edelman | watch: marc by marc jacobs}

Sometimes, you just have to slap on a smile and some hot pink. 'Nuff said.

#sublife

{cardigan: old navy | shirt: nordstrom (similar) | skirt: old navy (similar) | flats: brooks brothers (similar) | necklace: etsy (gift) | watch: urban outfitters (similar)}

So, finally, after a year and a half, I have completed all my credential coursework, two student teaching placements, 3 state tests, and 4 state assessments! Whew! Now, my credential application is in and I have spent the past few weeks substitute teaching until 2014-2015 job availabilities start popping up - fingers crossed! So for the next few months, I get to teach different grades at different schools every day, and expose my "teacher style" to all the new people I meet!

Menswear Monday: Tropical

With Coachella just around the corner, I've definitely been starting to think about what outfits I can put together for the event. While perusing Pinterest for style inspiration, I've been noticing a fun (and Coachella-perfect) trend popping up in menswear - tropical shirts! I like to think of it as "Ace Ventura Chic." (Hashtag it, people.) By keeping these classic Hawaiian shirts fitted (cuffed sleeves, anyone?) and pairing them with a neutral pant/short and comfy shoes, you are good to go and enjoy the sunshine!

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Along with classic neutrals, I love the idea of pairing tropical shirts with a bright bag or bold, gold watches and rings - there's something very "1950s holiday in Habana" about the combo! Here are some looks I put together, inspired by this island-influenced trend!

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