In the Mood for the Highlights in Life

Photography by the Vigorous Michael Shriver 

First I bought the shoes and then I found myself buying everything in that same color. Maybe I'm optimistically looking forward to a bright summer or I just need a little highlighter in my life. Whatever the reason, you won't miss me walking down Broadway in these hot shorts for sure.

What I'm Wearing

Shirt: Forever 21 Cutout Shirt (similar)
Bra: Free People Scalloped Lace Bandeau
Shorts: Forever 21 High Rise Neon Shorts
Shoes: Carola Remer Collection For H&M
Nail Polish: American Apparel Neon Yellow

In the Mood for Monotones

I've always wanted a killer pair of Litas but the problem was that everybody already had them. So I bought the Utopias instead even though they were much more expensive and honestly I've been in Utopia ever since. Not only do these shoes stand out but they make me oh-so tall and are comfortable as well. What more can you ask of platform shoes?

What I'm Wearing

Shirt: Forever 21 Cutout Shirt (similar)
Jacket: Silence and Noise Jacket (seen here)
Bra: Kimchi Blue Scalloped Lace Bra (similar)
Jeans: Club Monaco Kylie Jeans (similar)
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell Utopia

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)

Top Picks: Tights and Leggings

May is a tricky month to dress for in both SF and Seattle. The weather in both places is often unpredictable and the temperatures can fluctuate from cold and rainy to warm and sunny.  Oftentimes, the weather is too warm to permit wearing jeans on a daily basis but not quite warm enough to just go bare legs with a dress, skirt, or shorts.

However, May is the perfect month to show off your leggings collection! We get a lot of compliments on our leggings and tights and we thought we'd pick out our favorites to keep your legs warm in this crazy weather. Hope you enjoy them!

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Xiang
"I absolutely love leggings! I think leggings, regardless of the design, always add a feminine touch to the entire outfit. I own many pairs of different textures and colors. I match them technically with pretty much anything: casual skirts, fancy dresses, shorts, heels, flats etc. I picked these five very different leggings that I would love to wear. (The AA geo pattern pair is featured in our post In the Mood for Rays of Spring) Hope they serve as an inspiration for something you would want to wear."

1. Ombre Tights     

2. AA Geo-mesh tights

3. Contrast Color Geometrical Pattern Leggings

4. Flower Print Leggings

5. Suspender Tights

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Jen
"I often wear solid colored tights but, for this article, I decided to pick some of the printed tights that I wish I had in my closet. Xiang already had dibs on the hand-dyed Sunset Ombre tights that I adore so I picked a couple fun colorful tights as well as ones that would work for every day. The stars fishnet is definitely a standout piece but would be fun and bright for summer and all the Fourth of July celebrations that ensue."

1. Textured-Rib Over-The-Knee Tight
2. City Star Fishnet Tight
3. Polka Stripe Tights
4. Sheer Luxe Hearts Pantyhose
5. Lace Back Seam Tight