Statement Skirt

I splurged & bought this Zara skirt on my birthday last December (outfit instagrammed here).  Sequins were everywhere last winter and I knew I would break eventually- I'm just glad defeat turned out to be in the form of this skirt. While I'm no longer seeing the same slew of sequined skirts in stores, I am seeing a lot of playful floral, tribal, striped, patterned mini skirts. Before, I used to automatically associate these "Statement Skirts" with heels, a strappy tank, a clutch, and a night out. But now I've been loving the more casual, daytime look: like playing down a sequined skirt with Toms & a light wash denim jacket.

What do you guys think about statement skirts for summer? Are you going to give them a try?

JACKET Victoria Secret, old, but similar choices here / TANK Aritzia / SKIRT Zara, old, but similar here / SHOES Toms / RINGS H&M, Tiffany's / SUNNIES Ray Ban

-Nisha

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Spring Layers

DRESS Random boutique in SF, but love this high/low option / CHAMBRAY American Apparel, last seen here / JACKET JCrew (old), similar here and here  / HEELS Zara, cute wedge version, here / BAG Nine West, similar here / NECKLACE H&M, Anne Taylor

One of my favorite ways to wear this light weight utility jacket in the spring is over an easy, breezy, silky dress. I decided to have some fun with it today (it is the weekend after all!) and played around with different patterns/textures/layers: polka dots, chambray, gold details, layered necklaces, color blocked sandals. I'm thinking of pairing the jacket with a flowy lace dress next, and also eyeing this camo utility jacket, hmm. Happy weekend- enjoy it! :)

-Nisha

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Travels / Dominican Republic

Thought I would share some snaps from my recent trip to the Dominican! Although typing this post is giving me pangs of withdrawal..

ONE J Crew Striped Tank & Chino Shorts, H&M Necklace
F21 Shoes (old, but similar here)

TWO Essie's No Place Like Chrome 

THREE Essie's Under Where, Ray Ban Aviators 

FOUR Victoria Secret Bikini, J Crew Cardigan, 

H&M Silk Shorts (old, but similar here)

-Nisha

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Floral Bomber / Two

DRESS Urban Outfitters / JACKET H&M, no longer available, but similar here and here / BAG H&M / BOOTS ASOS, similar here 

I came across this fun, flirty little skater dress on a random trip to Urban Outfitters a couple weeks ago. It's so effortless and like a blank slate, can be manipulated in so many different ways. I loved pairing it with this bomber and chelsea boots for an edgier look. Also dressed it up last month in Vegas, instagrammed here, with a chunky statement necklace from Zara. The dress comes in like a billion different colors, and since I loved the fit so much, I also snagged it in this short sleeve floral pattern. 

-Nisha

Floral Bomber / One

FLORAL BOMBER H&M, same style in different pattern, here / SHIRT American Apparel / JEANS J Crew / HEELS Zara, similar here and here / BAG H&M / WATCH Michael Kors /

photos by Pankita

If you're anything like me, you might feel the need to buy yourself an entirely new wardrobe every time the seasons change. This is a problem (first step: admitting it?). Instead, it might be better on your wallet and your closet to revive your existing classics with one bold new piece. I was attracted to the cool blue funky floral pattern of this bomber in H&M, and paired it with an easy mix of chic classics: a chambray button down, skinny jeans, and pointed heels. If the bomber is too funky for you, try this outfit with a more classic cut floral blazer- two of my favorites here- from Zara & J Crew. 

-Nisha

Boyfriend Jeans

 LEATHER JACKET Zara / JEANS J Crew, really similar here / SILK CAMI Aritzia, here / HEELS Target, unfortunately sold out, but still on ebay, here / SUNNIES  Forever 21 / BAG H&M

These J Crew boyfriend fit jeans were buried in the depths of my jean drawer for over a year - taken with me to San Francisco, back to New York, and worn just once. I admit bf jeans are a tough trend to rock. Giving up your naturally feminine shape for a more laid-back slouchy style is not always the most appealing. Pairing them with a structured jacket and strappy heeled sandals, however - game. changer. The structured jacket is a necessary contrast to the jeans, and the heels are just so sexy. I've been seeing jackets and heeled sandals everywhere lately, and just can't get enough. A couple of my favorites: these color blocked Zara heeled sandals - just bought them in black!; these Steve Madden heeled sandals - they come in so many fun colors; and this H&M biker style jacket. 

What do you guys think- have you given bf jeans a try?

-Nisha

These Gold Heels

SWEATER old from Urban Outfitters, similar here / JACKET really old from H&M / JEANS Earnest Sewn, same style in a different color here / HEELS from Nine West outlet, the most amazing metallic pair from J.Crew here / BAG Aldo / NECKLACE old from Topshop, very similar here / WATCH Michael Kors / SUNNIES Forever 21 / LIPSTICK MAC's Please Me 

I was looking for the last time I posted about this sweater on the blog, and turns out it was this same day one year ago! Love coincidences like that! Also love wearing these gold heels with distressed denim jeans for a casual and fun spring look. 

Happy weekend loves!

-Nisha