Sporting a Leather Cap 2 Ways

So my good friend Bianca over at Lotus Blossom Design had me re-thinking my ban against baseball caps. All Summer long I lived in my Panama hat and my big floppy sun hats. But now that it's officially Fall it's time to find a new hat for the season. And I've been seeing a lot of faux leather baseball caps. But I've always kept a distance from them because I swear I look like an Asian tourist and well that's not the cutest look. However, after seeing how cute B looked in her's I thought I would give it a second chance.  So after dropping Big Sis off at preschool, Baby Sis and I ran our errands and did our typical mall crawl. And I stumbled upon this lovely bordeaux faux leather cap. It was love at first sight. I loved that it wasn't your typical black faux leather, and don't get me wrong there's nothing wrong with that. I just felt like black faux leather was a little too edgy for my taste, but the rich wine color just called out to me. Gave it a try, and off to the register we went.  Long story, short, I've been pretty much living in it all weekend. Can't get enough of this hat. I've literally been planning my outfits around it. Which leads me to today's look(s). I decided since I had so much wearing it all weekend, I would share with you guys 2 different ways to style a faux leather baseball cap.

Look 1: Street Style

Outfit Details:

Hat: JCPenney | Top: H&M [on sale, similar here & here] | Shorts: Forever 21 | Booties: Target [similar here] | Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target [sold out, check if your stores are restocking] | Watch: Juicy Couture | Sunnies: Juicy Couture via Marshalls

Look 2: Casual Sunday

Outfit Details: Hat: JCPenney | Top: Hello Fab | Shorts: c/o Aeropostale [similar here] | Shoes: Shoedazzle [similar here & here] | Necklace: Very Jane [now Jane] | Bracelets: c/o Lotus Blossom Design, Groopdealz | Sunnies: Windsor

WIW: Tomboy Chic

As a self proclaimed Girly Girl it's rare to catch me in something that's not feminine or flirty. But I do love this whole "borrowed from the boys" trend, everything from Boyfriend jeans to plaids and half tucked shirts. I never thought I would really be one to try this trend, but lately I've found that I'm drawn to this look. And add some sparkle to glam it up and it totally works for any Girly Girl.

Frankly, I cannot get over how comfortable I was in this outfit all day. And since I've been doing lots of party prepping for Baby Sis's first birthday party this weekend, this tomboy-ish look was perfect for running around, gathering the final pieces, and crafting.

Outfit Details:

Sweater: H&M [similar here] | Shirt: Joe Fresh for JCPenney | Shorts: Charlotte Russe [old, similar here and here] | Shoes: Simply Vera Wang [old] | Necklace: Luxe Craving | Bracelets: H&M, Groopdealz | Watch: Kenneth Cole via Nordstrom Rack [same here in rose gold] | Sunnies: Ray-Ban

And come back next week for all the details from Baby Sis's first birthday. I can't wait to share it with you all.

What I Wore: Pretty Pastels

One of Spring's hottest trends, pastels, seems to be making it's appearance on and off the runway. As your typical girly girl, I have absolutely no complaints and these pretty sorbet shades couldn't be any easier to fall in love with. Even a pastel oxford shirt is made more feminine in these softer hues. And it just so happens, the hottest way to wear this trend currently is to wear a head to toe pastel ensemble. 

The Details:

Top: Joe Fresh for JCP [same here, see my review here] | Pants: Love 21 for Forever 21 [similar here] | Shoes: unknown [old, similar here] | Scarf: Forever 21 [similar here] | Bag: Jennifer Lopez for Kohls [similar here] | Necklace: J. Crew Factory| Bracelets: Groopdealz and Stella & Dot | Sunnies: Vince Camuto [same here]

Aren't these colors just so pretty? And they're perfect for Easter. Are you pairing pastels?

What I Wore: Polka Stripes + Rain Boots

Once again the fickle California weather strikes again. We went from having 80 + degree weekend to rain. I'm not fond of this one bit. But my girls do love watching it rain. As soon as the rain broke for a bit, I quickly jumped at the chance to put on my rain boots and run out to do a few errands. 

Despite the rain, it's never really to cold out for a skirt. Definitely one of the perks of living in SoCal. 

One of my favorite ways of mixing prints is pairing polka dots and stripes. It's one of the easiest yet chic ways to mix prints. And it's almost fool proof, you really can't go wrong mixing these two prints. 

The Details:

Sweater: Old Navy [similar here] | Shirt: H&M [old, similar here] | Skirt: Forever 21 [similar here & here] | Boots: Call It Spring for JCPenney [last worn here] | Necklace: J. Crew Factory | Bracelet: Stella & Dot | Watch: Merona for Target [same here] | Sunnies: Vince Camuto [same here]

Look at this crazy girl playing in the wet grass. At least she was in her play clothes and not something nicer. Otherwise, I may have freaked.

Have a great weekend! And thanks for reading!

What I Wore: Boucle + Rain Boots

The weather in SoCal has been so indecisive lately. It goes from 80 degrees one day to rainy the next. I'll get dressed thinking it's one way, walk outside and immediately run back to my room and change because it's warmer then I expected. Well rainy day's are no different. One minute it'll be pouring, next minute it's sunny and dry. 

So when I hear there is or going to be rain, I jump at the chance to throw on my rain boots. Last year, I wasn't too sure about the rain boot trend but this year I've been all for them. A messy bun, comfy sweater and rain boots have become my rainy day uniform.

 

What I'm Wearing:

Jacket: Nordstroms [oldie but a goodie, similar here] | Sweater: Gap [similar here] | Leggings: Forever 21 [same here] | Boots: Call It Spring via JCPenney [similar here] | Necklace: Hello Fab [buy here] | Bracelets: Lotus Blossom Design [visit their Etsy shop here & check out their blog here] | Sunnies: Vince Camuto [same here]

It was Big Sis's first time seeing a movie in theaters and she was beyond excited for it. Check out what she wore for our outing. She loves to post for outfit pictures just like her mommy. I maybe creating a little monster, but I think I'm ok with that. Ha!

Big Sis's Style:

Sweater: Baby Gap [similar here] | Pants: Baby Gap [loving these] |Shoes: Kohls [similar here]