Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, and very happy 4th of July.

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Photo thanks to Katie Stuart

Blame it on the lack of pedicures during quarantine (finally fixed that yesterday!) or the fact that I’m ALL about comfort these days, but lately (when I’m not wearing slippers) I just can’t get enough sneakers.  (But really, what’s new?)  I used to be a sandals-only girl during the summer months, but right now I’m wearing sneakers with jeans, dresses, shorts, and easy t-shirt dresses like the one above.  There are so many cute and affordable pairs available right now – scroll below for some of my favorites.

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Photo thanks to Katie Stuart

It’s a wild and crazy world out there, but today on the blog I’m keeping things nice and light with the prettiest maxi dress that I was so excited to find for spring.  While I originally bought it for a quarantine-cancelled wine tasting weekend, I have no problem wearing it around the house when the weather warms up a little next week.  (Quarantine, Southern Charm Patricia style.)  It is super comfy and lightweight, comes in a few colors, and is under $30.  (It’s the same brand as these two dresses from last year, so I figured it was a safe bet for me.)

Working on a big roundup post for tomorrow with all the sites and companies that are helping me avoid the grocery store right now, so stay tuned.  Hope everyone has a great rest of their week!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Happy Thursday, and holy crap it’s April, friends!  With the recent extension of our current stay-at-home orders through the end of the month (and perhaps beyond), I figured it was time to snag some loungewear that might work better with the SoCal spring temps.  You know, a little quarantine business casual, but make it April.

I have to admit it’s been a long while since I’ve shopped from Gap, but once I spotted this little cream set on major sale, I had to give it a shot.  And y’all, I LOVE it.  (Enough so that I’m going back in for the coral color.)  The pieces are so great for mixing and matching (as is this little striped tee from Old Navy) with jeans, denim shorts, and other tees in my closet.  And bonus?  Every piece of clothing you see here is on sale – including my favorite denim that’s currently 40% off.

Hope everyone is staying safe and sane!

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If there’s one fashion trend that couldn’t have been here at a better time, it’s all things loungewear.  Not like it’s anything out of the ordinary really, but for the next few weeks I’ll definitely be staying pretty cozy in my favorite soft sets, and these pieces from Lou & Grey are at the top of my list.  The joggers and matching sweatshirts have been my jam all winter long, but I just snagged the shorts in a couple of colors for warmer days as well.

And now for the good news.  Use code GREEN for 40% off + an EXTRA 17% off!  (Edit: This post has been updated with a new discount code.)

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 Lou & Grey sweatshirt, pants, and shorts;  white tee;  denim jacket;  snake sneakers;  leopard sneakers;  red handbag;  pink handbag Lou & Grey sweatshirt and pants;  Steve Madden sneakers;  Saint Laurent handbag;  Ray-Ban sunglasses

You guys, I finally did it.  I dipped my toes into the “mom jeans” trend, and now there’s no turning back.  Am I late to the game?  Yes, but it’s not for lack of trying.  Over the last couple of seasons I’ve tried ALL of the popular pairs.  I tried ’em, and I promptly returned ’em.  After years and years of high rise, stretchy skinny jeans, I just couldn’t get used to the idea of non-stretch denim again.  They felt like torture devices, and I found myself wondering how I’d sit in them.  Sounds a little dramatic, but I swear it’s true.  I also never found a pair that I felt was as flattering as my good old skinnies.

That’s until I found this pair recently from Daze Denim.  It’s a new (or new-to-me at least) denim brand that I really can’t find much about on the interwebs besides the fact that they’re eco-friendly.  So that’s a win, right?  The real win for me though is the fit and feel of these jeans.  The denim is insanely soft, and when we’re talking non-stretch denim, I think softness is important.  They’ve got a really good high rise, easy distressing, and a hem that hits me in the perfect spot.

Size-wise, I’d say they’re pretty true.  For skinny jeans, I’m normally a 27/28 depending on the brand, and I bought these in a size 28.  (They’re a smidge on the loose side, but I’m into it.)  I’ve worn the heck out of these jeans in the last couple of weeks – with sweaters, tees, sneakers, and sandals.  I’m hoping to hear so much more from this brand in the coming months, but in the meantime, thinking I need to also grab this pair or this one…or maybe this new little cropped jacket.  For the price point, you really can’t go wrong.

Hope everyone is having a great week!

xoxo

 Daze denim;  Carve Designs blouse;  Barefoot Dreams cardigan;  Louis Vuitton handbag;  Steve Madden sandals (similar look for less here);  Julie Vos necklace and bracelets;  Quay sunglasses

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Four days of sweater weather in a row, and I’m over here like, where am I?  Not complaining, I’ll take it for sure because getting cozy is one of the things I do best.  Give me allll the sweaters, leggings, scarves, you name it.  Big shoutout to Mother Nature for finally turning down the heat in Southern California.

Since the sweater weather days can be pretty few and far between, I normally don’t buy many new sweaters each season.  The ones I have usually stay in pretty good shape because, you know, I probably wore it once.  But this year, a leopard sweater or sweater dress was at the top of my list, and I snagged this one just in time before it sold out.  Bad news for you guys, I know, but the good news is today I’m rounding up a whole bunch of leopard knits that are totally worth checking out.  (Even if you have to wear it inside…with the AC on.)

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Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

While lots of other areas around the country are currently layering, bundling, and cozying up, Southern California is still showing off some warm and sunny shorts weather.  (During the day at least.)  The nights have been chilly enough for sweaters and the occasional fire in the fireplace, but during the day, I’m living for dresses, fall skirts, and my trusty leather shorts.

I’ve loved leather shorts for years and recently snagged this pretty camel pair on Amazon for under $30.  (Size up in these.)  I love them paired with an easy thermal and cardigan and will be wearing them with this cozy little ivory sweater for an upcoming holiday event.  The Amazon fashion finds have been SO good lately, and I’m working on a new Amazon finds post that will go up this week.

Hope everyone has a great week ahead!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Well it’s officially fall, y’all, and you know what that means.  Jogger season, of course.  I’m constantly on the hunt for the best joggers each season, and this year I think I’ve found them already.  This pair is so soft, fits like a glove, and is under $35.  (They do run a smidge big, so if you’re between, order down.  I’m in a medium for reference.)  I love a good pair of joggers for everyday, but they’re the real MVP during travel days.  And right on cue, Eric reminded me that Thanksgiving is just about a month away.  Can anyone believe that?

So I’ve decided that this will be my fall slash holiday travel uniform – joggers, sneakers, easy tee (or this thermal), and the super soft cardigan that I just found fully in stock for over 40% off.  The handbag is admittedly a total splurge, but I love this clean and simple look for less.  Add a few airplane snacks and some overpacked luggage, and we’re off to Louisiana for Thanksgiving.  Is it too soon to pack?

xoxo

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Blame it on the up and down daily temps or the fact that these days I’m not looking to be anything but comfy, but if you’ve seen me out and about over the last few weeks, there’s a good chance I was wearing sneakers.  Sneakers all day, every single day.  And can I help it that my new obsession just happens to be every damn where this fall, calling my name from every website and storefront I shop?  No, no, I cannot.

And I am not mad at it.  I’ve been hooked on the sneaker trend for a few seasons now – with jeans, dresses, skirts, leggings, all of the outfits.  And this fall, I feel like there are SO many great, affordable sneakers to be snagged.  (Because yes, I do splurge on handbags, but I just cannot pull the trigger on those very popular $500+ sneakers.)  So today I’m rounding up some of my favorite fall sneaks for under $100 – just click through below.  Which ones are you currently eyeing?

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