Snowy New Year's Eve

What do you wear when you go dancing for New Year's, but it's snowing outside? This is what I've come up with:

Gold sparkly dress + overcoat (please let there be a coat check...) + comfortable snow boots / dancing boots. Also, a red lip. Obviously.

I don't have any New Year's Resolutions this year. I kind of started mine in September: be mindful, be grateful, be calm. I am, however, very excited that I will officially be starting Project Life in 2014, which I hope will help me actively make more memories and cherish the little stuff in life.

Wherever you are, thank you for sticking with me and reading my long-neglected little blog. I hope you have the Happiest New Year yet!!

♥ Shannon

The Windy City Dress

This week it finally feels like fall here in Southern California! Cool weather, soft layered clothing, and pumpkin spice lattes--it feels wonderful. It makes me want to curl up on the couch with a fluffy blanket and a good book.

 Outfit details: Windy City Dress by ModCloth, Mossimo heels from Target, Jones New York coat

We just moved out of the city, and for those of you not in Los Angeles, it pretty much has one season all year: warm. So I'm looking forward to seeing some leaves change color, to cupping my hands around warm drinks, and to sitting around a warm fire.

Happy Fall!

♥ Shannon

What I Wore: Wild Hair!

Look, I have curly hair. Curly hair has a mind of its own, so I'm learning to embrace it. Let it be messy, let it be wild, let it be fun.

Outfit details: Dress: Lucca Couture; Belt: Ruche; Shoes: Old Navy

This dress is probably my new favorite. So comfortable, so light and breezy, and still so pretty! I picked it up last weekend at a yard sale hosted by Bri Emery and Joy Cho (by the way, yard sales hosted by bloggers are genius).

♥ Shannon

Downtown LA: Part II -- Fashion District

I somehow only just discovered the Fashion District in Downtown L.A., but as soon as I did I knew exactly who I needed to bring. I threatened to never be her sister again if she didn't go with me, hair and make-up ready, so we could buy fabric and blog about it.

Turns out, I didn't really need to threaten her with my big sisterly ways--she was in.

My favorite store for fabric is Michael Levine. There is so much fabric there. We wanted to go home with about eight thousand dollars worth of bolts and notions, scheming up the dresses and curtains and finery we could make. In the end we decided to stick with some throw pillows to get the hang of it (to be continued)!

Check out the rest of our date here and here!

♥ Shannon

What I Wore: Fashion District

My sister, Forest, and I went to the Fashion District this week in Downtown Los Angeles. More on our adventures later (it was glorious)--here's a peek at what I wore. Or rather, what I wore...and Forest's jacket.

Outfit details: Military Jacket: Hurley's (c/o T.J.Maxx!); Dress: J.Ella Couture; Belt: Ruche; Tights: Target; Vegan Boots: Rebels

I love a military jacket paired with a pretty dress!

♥ Shannon

Pretty Things

I would like to wear this and this, please, and thank you.

♥ Shannon

What I Wore in the Snow!

Outfit Details: Jacket: Moda; Sweater: American Rag; Scarf: Korean Street Vendor; Sweater Leggings: Amazon; Socks: H&M; Snow Boots: Thinsulate 

I'm not going to lie, I love my sweater leggings. So does everyone else from California to Idaho--some people tell me directly, others tell their friends within my ear shot, and then some straight up objectify within my sister's earshot. I'll take it!

We're loving our snow trip so far! Matt is always so warm, and I am always sooo cold, so it's extra fun to cuddle (as if I need an excuse!).

♥ Shannon

Holiday Art Journal: Winter Clothes

Today is the first day of Winter! One thing I love about the changing of the seasons is how fashion changes with it. I always look forward to the cycle of fashion: warm coats and scarves, light cardigans, summer dresses, ankle boots, repeat. 

What are you looking forward to wearing this winter? Find some inspiration online, in a magazine or catalog, and include it in your art journal. You can write about what you love about winter fashion, something you've never tried, or pieces you want to add to your wardrobe.

Add doodles or embellishments to keep your page bright and exciting. I added a bit of washi tape just for fun. Maybe play with complimentary--or even contrasting--colors to the fashion you've included in your page.

Happy Winter!!

♥ Shannon

What I Wore

It's still sort of sundress weather here in Los Angeles, but at least now I need a cardigan! Fall, where are you? I'm so confused!

Outfit Details: Sundress: H&M, Cardigan: Old Navy, Pumps: Mossimo, Necklace: Forever21, Cocktail Ring: Express, Camera Bag: JoTotes (!!!)

I was extra excited to put this outfit together because I was wearing it to my blogger date with e from pinksuedeshoe, whom I adore (but more on that later!). Extra excitement at another chance to carry my lovely camera bag, courtesy of my littlest sister, Bonnie.

Editing these photos has made me realize two things:
1. No more relying on photoshop to de-wrinkle clothes....
2. Feet are kinda weird, huh? A little veiny. Or is that just me?

♥ Shannon

What I Wore: Fall Style

Wow. It has been a long time since I have posted about my outfit. I mean, let's be honest; my outfits all summer have been yoga clothes and mumus, so....

Outfit details: Black Dress: Tresics (TJ Maxx, baby!), Skirt: Emerging Thoughts, Ballet Flats: H&M, Necklace: Handmade by Mom!

This skirt is by Dainty June for Emerging Thoughts--awhile ago I ordered a mystery grab bag and was delighted to receive the skirt and this dress. I love surprises!

Okay, since we're being honest, you should know that I never iron out the wrinkles in my clothes. I just photoshop them out. So....

♥ Shannon

Is it autumn yet?

Image and dress via Boden

Oh my. Nearly two months without blogging. That's what happens when you go to the mountains and start shooting films! I'll be more prompt with updates, okay?

In the meantime, will someone tell Southern California that it's supposed to be autumn weather? Not that my tall soy iced pumpkin spice latte wasn't fantastic....

♥ Shannon

Little White Dress

Today is the summer solstice! I think it's time to celebrate with some sun salutations, a picnic, and a little white dress.

I just discovered Inslee By Design and I love everything she does. Check out her blog for a lovely treat, and then browse through the prints in her shop--adorable!

Happy Summer!

♥ Shannon

April Showers Bring May Flowers

In California when it rains, people don't know what to do.

I actually love a bit of rain, except I tried to cross the street the other day to go to dance class and it was so flooded, which made me realize I need some rain boots.

One thing led to another and...

ModCloth Raincoat / ModCloth Umbrella / Hunter Boots / Clear Tote / Urban Decay Blush

I need all of these things!! Eeep!!!

♥ Shannon