Modified Ikat

The skirt I am wearing from Target was originally a halter dress with a beaded neckline. It was beautiful at the time I got it but I fell out of love with it since wearing it a few times. So to revive my love for it I decided to chop off the top part. I didn't care for it anymore and I thought making it a skirt would give more versatility for other outfits in the end. Also I added slits to the sides for movement and an updated look.

OUTFIT: sports bra and skirt; target, top; charlotte russe, belt and bracelet; nordstrom, shoes; go jane

PHOTOS: John Loushin

Printed in the Breeze

The focus for this post is the gorgeous printed cardigan. The cardigan was designed by another designer that I worked with. My part was I took the blank garment and chose this amazing sublimation print that I thought was perfect for a light over layer piece. It's made out of chiffon so I will probably be wearing it a lot this spring/summer. Ok, maybe into fall too. It's California! An awesome plus is it makes for a very stylish comfy robe to wear around the house as well!

OUTFIT: bandeau; old navy, shorts and bangel; santee alley, watch; target, bracelet; gift from thailand, wedge; citadel mall.

PHOTOS: Sai Chang

Dream of my Jeanie

I made this pair of black jeans when I was a wee bit younger. ...ok, a lot younger. 7 years younger! Wow where has the time gone? I did this for the University of Minnesota Lao New Year fashion show. Looking at it (and wearing it) now I am pretty proud with how well it fits and my sewing was not bad at all. I really need to make more versions soon! Don't you think? By the way, I love the shirt I am wearing here. It's so relaxingly comfortable yet the cut on the sides adds a touch of style. Got it from a cute cute store called Fashion of Echo down the street from my place. Definitely checking that place out again.

OUTFIT: cardigan; bloomingdales, top; fashion of echo, jeans; my design, shoes; dsw, necklace; santee alley

PHOTOS: Mike Castiglione

El Capitan

It is another day discovering Cabo! Weather here is pretty much like Los Angeles. Sunny, hot, clear skies. Aaaahhhh. But the water, don't even compare! Can I just live here?
So what am I wearing? The acid washed denim shirt is one of my favorites to throw on because it's easy to wear with almost anything I have and I love the cut of the hem. The shirt itself is purchased. After wearing it a few times I updated it with the chain embellished shoulder patches to make it feel new again! So easy. The short sleeve I'm wearing under is one from my work. I love the print and it's not something I usually wear (over the top prints) but look out, I'm really into them right now. The skirt is sweater material and so comfortable. Love the colors and print. Sweater on a day like this? Look, I don't believe in rules. I'm comfortable and that's all that matters.

OUTFIT: sunglasses; cabo souvenir, button up; marshalls, short sleeve top; bleu, skirt, purse; forever 21, sandals; santee alley, watch; target

PHOTOS: Mike Castiglione

Comfy Cool Cabo

For my trip to Los Cabos I wanted to be comfortable because that's how you should travel, basically. This olive stretch skirt I made complete with pockets was perfect for my first day there I thought. I made the skirt longer as you can see, because I prefer wearing heels but knowing we would be on foot throughout our journeys around the town I opted for flat sandals. Paired with a tie dye top from Bleu (design from my real job) made the ultimate easy breezy outfit any one would be comfortable in. Throughout my trip it was really cool to see tie dye was a pretty huge fashion staple there too! Enjoy my adventures with me!

OUTFIT: sunglasses; a cabo souvenir, top; bleu, watch; target, purse; forever2, belt; express,skirt; my design, sandals; santee alley

PHOTOS: Michael Castiglione