♥ [Be Mine]

Photography by the Lovable Zooey Ingles

As a girl, it's hard not to love Valentine's Day. Everything is pink, purple, and heart-shaped. On top of that, men will feel compelled to celebrate their love for you. What's not to love? Even though it's not always the easiest day of the year for everyone, it's at least an excuse to tell someone you love them... and also break out all your best pink-hued clothing! Here's a sweater that I utterly love and also something that is perfect to wear on a cold, brittle February day or a casual Valentine's Day date.

What I'm Wearing

Sweater: Express (similar)
Pants: H&M (seen here)
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
Earrings: T+J Designs

In the Mood for a Little Winter Sunshine

Photography by the Flashy Zooey Ingles

Sequins have become the new party uniform. However I can't bear to walk into a room of a million girls in sequin dresses and skirts just like mine. So I found a way to rock them during the day and I've been in love with it. Even though normal things like sweatshirts aren't generally glamorous, they are when you add a touch of sequin. I love how suddenly everything I wear looks dressed up and thus is the power of shiny objects.

What I'm Wearing

Sweatshirt: Club Monaco (similar)
Skirt: Lipsy (similar)
Tights: Express
Necklace: T+J Designs Upcoming Collection
Shoes: Aldo (seen here)

In the Mood for Tea & Biscuits

Photography by the Earl Grey Lover Zooey Ingles

How do you dress up a plain grey dress? With furs and jewels of course! I bought this dress because it was simple, easy to wear, and flattering to the body but oftentimes, even though I love wearing it, it was just too plain. So I saw it fitting to not just wear one but two necklaces from my favorite jewelry designers as well as seek out a fur scarf to keep me warm. What do you think of the results? Perfect for afternoon tea?

What I'm Wearing

Dress: American Apparel
Fur Wrap: Vintage (similar)
Tights: Express
Earrings: T+J Designs
Necklaces: T+J Designs Upcoming Collection
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell Don't Even

In the Mood for Leather Panels

Photography by Superhero Michael Shriver and his sidekick Jinna Hagerty

My new obsession this season is anything with leather panels. Designers have really gotten creative with the trend lately of experimenting with geometrical leather panels rather than using a print. It's nice to see a dress with a good variety of texture while still looking elegant. Granted the leather on this dress isn't remotely real, I still love calling it "vegan leather."

What I'm Wearing

Jacket: H&M
Dress: H&M (similar)
Scarf: American Apparel
Necklace: Wearable Artworks by Peggy Hunt
Tights: Express
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell Vargas (seen here)

In the Mood for May Flowers

Photography by Rishi Sanyal

The Skagit Tulip Festival is probably one of the most beautiful places in the northwest towards the end of April. The rows and rows of lush vibrant colors always make me excited to take photos... even if it's at 6 a.m. This denim shirt and the locale made me feel a bit like a farm girl but I love the lace detailing on the back and the color blends in well with a light colored skirt or even pants for that matter. I purchased this blouse fairly recently however, anything at Forever 21 has a life span of being on the shelf for two weeks before selling out. It's really a shame when it comes to unique pieces like this because it's hard to find anything remotely similar. I'm starting to become a fan of lace backs though.

What I'm Wearing

Blouse: Forever 21 Denim Cold Shoulder Shirt (similar)
Shirt: Express Sequin Racerback (similar)
Skirt: Club Monaco Pleated Chiffon Skirt (similar)
Necklace: T+J Designs Sleek Link (seen here)
Shoes: Vince Camuto Vickiy Pump (seen here)