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Memorial Day is all about remembering our lost heroes, commemorating our veterans (thanks dad!), playing sports, grilling outside, and yes, catching a sale or three. The holidays are usually a great time to score some good pieces so I chose some of my favorites around the web. But as with any sale, remember, sizes are limited

Happy Memorial Day!

Felicia Lasala Photography

jeans PARKER SMITH/ tunic (40% off!) TORY BURCH / red heel VINCE CAMUTO /

ring SAMANTHA WILLS / Lips STILA ‘beso’

1. open weave dress IRO

2. boyfriend jeans LEVIS (and this denim shirt)

3. pleated hem sweater dress NEIL BARRETT (I also like this)

4. grey sandal SENSO

5. red heel VINCE CAMUTO

6. wedge JEFFREY CAMPBELL

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Summer is all about sandals, especially versatile ones that multi-task. This week I’m heading to Chicago for eight days for a family wedding, and all I get is a 22″ roll-on bag … which requires a lot of serious thought about what is going in that wee bag! I’ve recently partnered with Vince Camuto and started my outfit planning around this versatile sandal that gives me a lot of mileage for both dressing up and down. I plan on pairing them with stripe lace up tops, oversize knits, and a maxi dress.  I can’t get enough white lately, so I also plan on pairing these VC sandals with lace, cropped jeans and a leather jacket. I love how Vince Camuto has become a fashion focused yet an accessible one stop resource for so many cute shoes! Now, if only I could bring one bag just for shoes . . .

Malkah gladiator sandal  VINCE CAMUTO  TALL GLADIATOR (I also love THESE and THESE) RED WEDGES / crop jean PARKER SMITH JEANS / lace top WILDFOX /  Leather rider jacket OAK LA / Lips STILA ‘beso’

Felicia Lasala Photography

In Partnership with Vince Camuto

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There are few things I love better than a dainty lace top and fluted sleeves. Here I paired it with black jeans to contrast the lace detail. I have a feeling you will be seeing more of this top. Happy almost weekend – I’m excited to be packing for our trip to Chicago!

lace top RELATED APPAREL /sandals SAM EDELMAN black jeans STROM

photography JANA WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY 

 

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On fun date nights when hubs makes reservations for dinner, we almost always end it with coffee ice cream. Well, it’s a goal at least. We like Jeni’s in Los Feliz. But c’mon, who doesn’t? I like it when he makes our plans, leaving me with one less thing to manage so that I end up enjoying it much more. And speaking of one less thing, I tend to gravitate towards jumpsuits since it’s one piece ladies, not 2-5 with layers. One and done. What are your datenight rituals? 

5 favorite jumpsuits

1. DVF just so classic

2. SOLACE LONDON elegance personified

3. STOREE under $50

4. MADEWELL stripes and bows never looked so good (pair with a structured blazer)

5. MARA HOFFMAN OTS and so flattering

PETITE OPTIONS BELOW:

TOPSHOP lace up romper and lace plunge and classic romper

jumpsuit TWENTY TEES / Chanel bag RICE AND BEANS VINTAGE / sandals SAM EDELMAN 

photography JANA WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY 

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Have you ever hiked up the Hollywood Hills? It’s so peaceful above LA – just fields, walk ways, and silence. You would never know that the concrete jungle is just below. Here I’m wearing a new favorite graphic blazer, slouchy tee, cropped jeans and can’t-stop-wearing lace up heeled sandals. Don’t judge. Get your own and you’ll do the same. Also, plan a date to jog or picnic on these Hollywood Hills and you’ll thank me later.

linen blazer STORETS / jean STORETS / slouchy tee NORDSTROM/ choker KENDRA SCOTT / sandals FARYLROBIN SIMILAR

photography JANA WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY 

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If you’re looking for that one-of-a-kind vintage Chanel, look no further than Rice and Beans Vintage. What I love about this Chanel backpack, besides the fact that it is Chanel and gorgeous, is that it is hand’s free. I can carry my essentials and still have hands available for my little ones who invariably come with all those spills and hugs. A great thing to keep in mind about feature pieces …  always pair your feature piece–for me it’s my jacket with all its intricate lace–with a subdued color like black so as to keep it chic and not too loud. For instance, if this jacket was white, I would wear white jeans. It’s all about balance. And in order to let the jacket and Chanel shine, I chose my go-to nude sandals because that’s all I really needed for date night. Well, maybe a margarita or two but I wouldn’t limit that to just date night. Follow Rice and Beans Vintage on Instagram to see vintage Chanel as it arrives!

Vintage Chanel Backpack RICE and BEANS VINTAGE / jacket THREE FLOOR/ black jeans STROM / sandals SAM EDELMAN 

 

photography JANA WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY 

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A good leather jacket is like a best friend. Choose wisely. Let’s be honest, you’d be hard pressed to find a piece in your closet that works equally as hard as this buttery soft staple. What’s your ‘best friend’ in your closet? Your favorite off-duty I-can’t-live-without-staple . . . ?

my top 5:

1. OAK LA

2.  ALL SAINTS 

3.  MADEWELL

4. ASOS (under $200)

5. ASOS (tan)

Skirt (I distressed) HM / Turtleneck SIMILAR /Leather rider jacket OAK LA / Lips STILA ‘beso’

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LA has been feeling a lot like NYC lately and I’m not complaining. The days are cool-ish, slightly overcast, and oh-so-cozy. I’ll take any excuse to layer – preferably with a sweatshirt dress and leather jacket. Both of which work for date night. I’m all about an effortless (i.e. 5 minute) look because life is busy and once that sitter is through the door, so am I. I know I said “cozy” … but definitely try and stay away from the Christmas print flannels and oversize college sweatshirts. Instead, it’s all about balancing luxe details (like a leather jacket) with cozy basics (like this sweatshirt pullover) that fit and feel perfect.  

 

Sweatshirt pullover FREE PEOPLE  Leather rider jacket OAK LA / Sandals EVERLANE / lips STILA ‘beso’

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Here I didn’t know @arcreid was behind the lens. I kinda love the real life un-posed glimpses. 

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LACMA  Greenery, great art, sculpture and if your kids aren’t into 18th century Nöel Hallé oil on canvas, square sculptures that are the perfect backdrop for Christmas pictures. Gorgeous. Located: 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, 

WINSOME Awesome food in a very laid-back, kid-friendly environment. The friendly receptionist handed each of my four kids a pipe cleaner (in their favorite color) and then took us to the outdoor seating. I enjoyed my duck egg toast amidst lovely olive bushes and indigo pillows, and nobody cared about my chattering kiddos. Between the fact that my kids cleaned their plates, the brilliant and hard-working pipe cleaners, and the ambiance, Winsome is a score in my book. Don’t pass this one up. Located: 1115 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles.

DINOSAUR COFFEE  The indoor/outdoor seating was convenient, and the staff was friendly despite our 6 year old touching the sea salt brownies (which turned into a great reason to add it to our purchases). Also noted, great white space for that still life instagram in case you’re into that sort of thing. The almond milk latte was nutty and rich, and when we left, we could see the HOLLYWOOD sign on the horizon. So LA. Located: 4334 W Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles.

LACY PARK 30 acres of park that is bike, kid and dog friendly. We can’t get enough of this park. It’s free during the week, and its $4 for non- residents on the weekends. It’s our kids’ favorite so far. Located: 1485 W. Virginia Rd, San Marino.

MANHATTAN BEACH This is our favorite beach! Don’t forget the aquarium at the end of the pier with sea creatures and a touch pool. When you’ve had your beach fill, there’s plenty of restaurants, ice cream shops (coffee ice cream at Manhattan Beach Creamery!) and coffee hangs to walk to afterwards. Located: 400-500 The Strand, Manhattan Beach.

 

Cali locals, what are some of your favorites? I’m all ears . . .

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Motherhood can be likened to bringing home macaroons from your breakfast meeting in your kids favorite colors- sounds perfect right? Until they run out of the house at first sight of the car in the driveway. And apparently, when one grabs your knees and the other dips the box, they eventually fall on the porch. Now you know. Sometimes your best intentions are met with the reality of life with kids. 

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While I learned my lesson after that day, I haven’t stopped bringing them little gifts. You learn, you grow, you change. No two seasons of life are the same, is that bad? No, it just demands for flexibility and letting go of always being in control. When I accept the spilled milk, the tattling, the interruption, the macaroons on the porch and compare them in light of the rewards of motherhood – a higher calling Gods entrusted to me and a humbling for my growth, it changes my attitude. I start to be thankful for those four lives God gave me. It’s not glamorous or easy. Its a daily choice I make everyday. After all, attitude is like a good photo editing filter. It can take a somewhat mundane scene from drab to crisp and beautiful.  Happy Mother’s Day to mothers, daughters, and mothers to be. What are some of your favorite memories of your mom? I’d love to hear.

there’s no was to be a perfect mother, but a million ways to be a good one – jill churchill

dress ZARA SIMILAR / sandals REBECCA MINKOFF