Happy hump day, people!  Celebrating a little #WarmUpWednesday with Six:02 in my favorite kind of weekday look.  It’s sweat style meets street style, and it’s probably one of the most realistic get-ups for my life these days.  It’s the last couple of days before Christmas, and I’ve been running around like a wild woman trying to grab all those last-minute gifts and tie up loose ends before the end of the year.  One of my favorite workout to out-and-about brands these days is Alala, and Six:02 has a ton of great options.  These leggings are the perfect suck-you-in fabric with contrast panels down the side, and the dolman top is probably my favorite.  It’s loose and long with pockets – an obvious choice.  Throw on an easy leather jacket and comfy sneakers, and you’re ready to hit the pavement while keeping warm and cozy.

xoxo

lucy Inner Light top (c/o);  lucy Everyday Capri (c/o);  Gap denim jacket;  Yosi Samra sandals (c/o);  Boera ring and tassel necklace;  Karen Walker sunglasses (c/o) Ditto;  Michael Kors watch

In the summer months, it’s all about easy, throw-on-and-go style for me, so I’m all about the current culotte trend.  This season you can find so many versions of the cropped trend, and while they’re great for dressing up, they’re just as easy to dress down.  This look is part of lucy’s “Culottes Coast to Coast” campaign, and as a West Coaster, a casual beach-side look is key.  A denim jacket, metallic sandals, and statement jewelry help take the cropped pants and lightweight tee from a workout to lunch with friends by the beach.  How will you wear this favorite summer to fall trend?

xoxo

(c/o) Athleta pants, tank, sweatshirt;  Nike sneakers

Well, we’re officially a full week into the new year, so how are those New Year’s “get fit” resolutions working out?  Finally having a fitness routine after several years of, well, not, I’m excited to see where this year will take me, and I’ve got plenty of fresh gear to get me excited about working out.  I stopped into Athleta this week to check out their newest collection, and you guys, it’s so good.  Bright colors, softest fabrics, throw-back styles, and so many pieces to take you from the gym through the rest of your day in a snap.  If your own workout wardrobe could use a little help, join me today at Athleta at Fashion Island from noon to 3:00 to “Refresh, Revive, Remix” your fit style.  I swear, it’ll give you that little boost you need to get moving this new year.  Hope to see you there today!
xoxo

lucy Perfect Core Legging, Workout Bra, Workout Racerback, and Yoga Girl Long Sleeve (all c/o)
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I’ve never really liked working out.  Seriously, never.  It seemed like a hassle, like an extra thing to worry about in my day.  I’ve always gotten by with the occasional jog or long bike ride up until recently.  About a year ago I started to make it a priority to get out and move at least a couple times a week, and more recently I’ve started working out with the help of Erica Ziel, a fitness expert based here in Newport Beach.  She specializes in prenatal and after-baby fitness (two categories I do NOT fall into, FYI), but she really just knows a woman’s body well and targets specific muscles through her workouts for your desired needs.  She’s so good at what she does, tough enough to kick my butt into shape but also understanding of my less-than-stellar strength, and she’s helping me to fix my horrible posture.  (Should’ve listened to my parents all those years ago…)

For the first time, I actually really look forward to these workouts and am so glad that I’ve gone afterwards.  We normally do a mix of weights, mat exercises, and reformer machines in a local gym, but it’s been so nice here lately that outside is also an option.  (It doesn’t hurt that Newport Beach provides us with a lot of really great outdoor scenery.)  Now, a workout isn’t a hassle or something extra to worry about in my day.  It’s a necessary part, a time to kind of clear my head and enjoy a little break from my computer.  The time away has actually made me more productive when I start my day.  And let’s face it – if I’m going to work out, the clothes are key, right?   My go-to pieces are leggings and easy racerback tanks with something that I can throw on over it when I’m headed home.  (Or, more likely, headed to three errands before home.)  These basics from lucy.com are beyond comfortable and gym-to-street appropriate, perfect for days on the go.  Now, lucy is giving one lucky winner a little more “me time”.  Head over here to enter the “This Is For You Giveaway” where one reader will win one year of housecleaning, babysitting, or meal deliveries.  Good luck!
xoxo

P.S. – Huge thanks to Erica Ziel for getting my butt moving.  If you’re in Newport Beach, she’s amazing.  If you’re not, head here to check out her DVD’s, digital programs, and online training.

Photos thanks to Taylor Cole

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by lucy through their partnership with POPSUGAR Select. While I was compensated to write a post about lucy, all opinions are my own.