Layne & Simple

❃ ❂ ❁ ❀ http://ift.tt/2uR2s2N

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free love http://ift.tt/2t2dzpX

I can always count on Kendall+Kylie for the perfect summer top. You will rarely see me in red when it comes to tops but this one just really caught my eye. The criss-cross detailing of this top is what sold me. The quality is amazing just like all of their pieces and this one I am always getting complimented on. I'll be honest, the prices of their pieces can be a bit extreme sometimes but I promise you won't find quality like theirs anywhere. So it's totally worth it when you feel like splurging on that perfect top that comes in handy for those amazing summer date nights or summer backyard parties. I loved pairing this top with any color denim shorts. Blue. Black. Grey. White. Anything. It is so easy to dress up or wear casual. I picked my white summer Adidas to show the casual side of this look but I do love wearing it along with wedges or heels. 

These shorts are made by one of my fav denim brands- One Teaspoon. You can either catch me in denim by BLANK NYC or One Teaspoon. They make the cutest and coolest shorts- I love how these say "free love" right above my right hand pocket! I fell in love with these shorts ever since seeing that cool little detail. The wash on these are also my fav as well as the different distress all over them. Shop this full look below xx

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sparkled details http://ift.tt/2rWlBLS

Missguided is truly one of my fav places to shop at.. Whether it is from the online store directly or through Nordstrom (they carry them)- I can always count on such cute pieces & the price being just right! Bomber jackets are my favorite at this time of year-- and this one happened to be completely my style. I love the little sparkled details on the back making it much more than just another black bomber. This jacket is so easy to pair along with anything. 

Lately I have been so into embroidery - when I saw these floral embroidered shoes I knew they needed to be featured on my blog. Even while doing this shoot, everyone who passed by asked me about them! Check them out below.

Also-- Get used to seeing me in hats all the time starting... now! Haha. I just always feel the need to throw on a hat with everything I wear.. I don't know what it is but I know there are those gals out there that feel me! right?! 

printed summer days http://ift.tt/2stpn19

Here is one of the greatest summer tops I have invested into. Yes, it was a bit of an investment.. It's by Kendall & Kylie.. so what else should we expect, right?! Haha. But seriously.. best summer top to ever been made. It has a front under part that is 1. so comfortable and 2. so cute for sticking out at the bottom. This part of the top is also attached to the back strap where you can see in my back shots. Then the top part just lays and criss cross on your back. SUCH a comfortable top & I love how white it is.. I am not a messy person when it comes to wearing white (great, I might've just jinxed myself but whatever) so this top has been no problem for me. But it does also come in black that I totally recommend if you feel the white scares you! The quality of the top is so so nice. It is a perfect casual top but also so perfect to dress up.

And these shoes I just cannot help myself but pair with anything and everything. If you have gotten them, I would love to see pictures or tell me how you feel about them!! Would also love to know what color you got! Share share share xx

patches on patches http://ift.tt/2sbMFIL

This top has the perfect amount of edge as being casual. I love the patches (although I may not know what they are from or mean, haha) but they just add that touch of edginess. I love pairing this top with any kind of leggings or jeans or shorts (like above). These shorts are by one of my fav denim companies- One Teaspoon. All of their stuff is exactly my style. These shorts cut short on the sides of the legs but FOR SURE cover anything or else I wouldn't wear them haha. And as you already know or can see.. I love wearing shorts & heels. As my grandpa always told me, women should ALWAYS wear heels. "it makes their legs look 10x better"! Yup that's my grandpa. I do agree though, it's like walking on your tippy toes all day so obviously your muscles whether you are toned are not, come out and it makes your legs defined & stand out. So this kind of outfit is currently my fav for going anywhere. No, I am not always in heels, I am such a sneaker girl- but I couldn't help but love these heels with this top & denim shorts.

Top: FREE PEOPLE   |   Shorts: ONE TEASPOON   |   Shoes: DSW

must needed two piece this summer http://ift.tt/2sb353z

This two piece is MY FAVORITE. I am in love with rompers & two pieces when it comes to nice weather for spring & summer. I find them so comfortable and so easy to just throw on without having to choose a pair of pants and a top (which can be so difficult sometimes, haha.. anyone feel me?!) So most times when I have something to do or somewhere cool to go, I will throw on a two piece or romper! This two piece is a must have in your closet this summer- I promise!!! I am not the tannest right now, but I know I will love myself when a time comes around in the summer to go to a tiki bar or somewhere cute down the shore and I come across this two piece! Isn't that just the best.. when you buy an outfit ahead of knowing anywhere your going to be able to wear it to, but when that time comes & you remember the piece you bought & it works perfectly for the occasion! Not to mention this two piece is less than $50 for the top & bottom (less than $100 together)! I also suggest mixing & matching the top & bottom-- for example, these bottoms would also look so cute with a simple white crop top and this top would also look so cute with some ripped jeans, etc.

Top: BAND OF GYPSIES   |   Bottom: BAND OF GYPSIES   |   Shoes: DOLCE VITA

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that everyday bomber jacket http://ift.tt/2rf9FbX

I find myself throwing on this bomber jacket all the time. Especially with this warm and colder weather going on (the weather is bipolar currently) on those colder spring days right now I find myself just grabbing this jacket. And, it goes with everything & anything! The little floral embroidery is the perfect spring/summer touch just in case I pair this jacket with an all black outfit haha. But I paired it along with some lighter shades for this look. This shooting day was hot but this jacket is actually on the lighter side so I wasn't sweating my butt off. These shorts are also my fav! They are by Free People & denim shorts don't get any more comfier than this pair. I love all the disressing and frays at the bottom of the shorts- I also am very picky about my denim washes.. I love lighter denim washes unless I am looking for a black or grey pair. When it comes to spring/summer I find myself in the lighter "blue" looking denim shorts. Even though a dark wash looks great with white also! And last but not least- these shoes are the cutest!! I love pairing them along with shorts & they go perfectly every time. And you can find them on sale below :D xoxo

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my kinda everyday outfit http://ift.tt/2qL6atw

All black with a touch of white is my kinda everyday outfit. Whether the "pop" of white comes from your bag or your sneakers, it's my fav. All black can be worn all year long no matter what the season and I always find myself choosing black most of the time- it's just so easy to pair & always looks good. You could definitely do the opposite of course also! Especially in the summer -- all white look with some black sneakers or shoes to add some contrast. 

These leggings are actually Spanx & there is nothing better than them! They seriously pull everything in which is amazing and they really are so comfortable. I love their little "leather" detailing on the sides/backs starting from the thigh down. AND they are on sale if you click the link to them below! They are normally almost $100 but on sale for less than $60! So worth it, I promise.

Wedge sandals are back in!! I have linked to these and some of my other favorite ones below--

Jacket: SIMILAR (BLANK NYC)   /   Top: SIMILAR (NORDSTROM)   /   Pants: SPANX   /   Shoes: STUART WEITZMAN ; CHEAPER (STEVE MADDEN)

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shades of blue http://ift.tt/2qbPWrZ

Photos by : KAT ALVAREZ

Besides black, grey & white... blue is my favorite color to wear. Especially in the spring/summer time. And although the weather is taking long to pick up that IT IS spring & IT IS may- I have broken out my shorts completely and try to wear them on the "nicer" colder days haha. Really just cannot wait for it to be hot. I am that person that would rather be sweating than freezing my butt off.

So I have been really into cool & different sleeves lately with my tops. This one is really pretty with its dark navy blue shade and it's open sleeves from the forearm down. It adds that little cuteness or dressiness to it. So dressing it up or down is so easy. This look can be paired with heels (like above) or an easy slip on sneaker~

Annnnnd these shoes. So many compliments whenever I am wearing them. They actually do run slightly big in sizing, so I really suggest sizing down a half size or a full size down (if you want the "knitting" to be tight on your foot). I love how comfortable they are & don't let the heel size freak you out, I have worn them for a few hours at a time & haven't complained. They are so perfect for the rest of spring & of course summer. I have linked them below along with all the colors that it comes with (mix of the brand I am wearing above & the Steve Madden pair). My fav look right now is shorts & heels--

Top: NORDSTROM   /   Shorts: SIMILAR PAIR   /   Shoes: DSW CHARLES DAVID

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caseapp x layne + simple http://ift.tt/2r3SHdt

My obsession with my Layne & Simple case is so undeniable. Being able to create and actually design my own personal case, was the best thing ever. CASEAPP lets you customize your own personal case however you choose. The process is so easy and their prices are SO good. Not to mention, I received my cases so quick also! I am always getting compliments on this case. Whether you want a special photo on your case or a saying- I totally recommend going to CASEAPP and designing your own there.

The marble case was always a case I wanted. I am someone who always likes a change of my case every now and then- so I also got this light white/grey marble case to switch on & off with my "Layne + Simple" one. AND I have to mention that these cases surpisingly and amazingly DON'T get dirty! I know what you are thinking.. yes they are both white & light but they have been through everything with me over the past few weeks after receiving them & when they get a mark on them, I easily just rub it off. I love it!! I was always afraid of getting a light case cause I have seen those dirty cases that look so gross but I am so glad I trusted CASEAPP with a light/white case.

Customize your own personal case HERE > CASEAPP

leggings are pants http://ift.tt/2q1tLFe

These Lilybod leggings are the coolest leggings to be working out in or running errands in. Either way, I needed to have them when I saw them. The little details all over are what really makes them super cool. With the "little holes" on the thighs and front calves along with the little white lace near the knee! Although I haven't decided yet if they are black or dark blue haha. When I first saw them, I could've sworn they were black but now I see blue. Anyways- they're cute AF either way. Lilybod has so many cute leggings for working out or in general- I linked to a few other that I love below. Leggings are PANTS- I don't care what anyone says. They are an everyday wear whether you work out or not!

Speaking of working out- so I have started this workout program called BBG - if you haven't heard of it before, well it stands for Bikini Body Guide and it was created by a woman, from Adelaide, South Australia, Kayla Itsines and her boyfriend Tobi Pearce. I could talk more about Kayla Itsines and how amazing she is after doing a lot of research before starting this program but I won't get into that-- So this program is 3 days a week workouts- each workout consists of 2 different circuits of 4 workout exercises. A tad bit confusing but it's easy to learn more about it just by searching in google. So you do each circuit for 7minutes, as fast as you can, as many times as you can.. & then do them again to total 28mins! It is a 28min workout!! Nothing better than that. I am currently on week 6 out of 12. I plan on showing my transformation on here or Instagram after my week 12 but well see haha. If this is something you are interested in learning more about from me or would like to see my transformation after week 12 let me know :). I really recommend it to anyone-- It will kick your ass but if your going to work out, you might as well kick your ass, no?! I think so.

Photo credit: KAT ALVAREZ

Top: FEEL THE PIECE : TERRE JACOBS   /   Pants: LILYBOD   /   Shoes: ADIDAS

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mint in my closet http://ift.tt/2pLb9ap

Remember when all my blog posts had dark colors & mostly black just alittle while ago.. I guess I have a change of heart.. JUST KIDDING- I still LOVE black & it's my favorite color (yes, it is a color in my opinion).. but I am experimenting with other colors for the spring and I am loving it. I still will not try anything pink or red, nope. But I am opening up to lighter blues & greens. This mint jacket was such an eye-catcher when I spotted it in Nordstrom. I knew before even looking at the tag that it was BLANK NYC & if you have been following me for awhile now, you must know I love BLANK NYC. Almost all of my jackets are by them- Anyways, I grabbed this jacket and paired it along with a cute spring floral top to darken my look a little bit so I didn't feel so bright & colorful (the mint was already stepping out of my comfort zone, haha) and then paired it with my fav grey jeans & some booties. This look would also be SO cute with white sneakers, for the on-the-go cute errand look. 

Jacket: BLANK NYC   /   Top: HINGE   /   Pants: LEVIS   /   Shoes: STEVE MADDEN

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breakin' out the shorts http://ift.tt/2pDcTCv

I am taking out my shorts!!! This past weekend, the weather hit 80 degrees and I decided it was time. And that maybe if I took them out this early, the weather would stick haha. So let's see!! This top is so summery and I am obsessed! Perfect sleeves with such a breezy feel. And will especially look super cute when your nice & tan. My favorite (hot) spring & summer look is denim shorts with a white top. Can't get any more basic but it can't get any more cute. Pair that with a pair of cute booties or sandals & hit up the bar. 

This top is mostly a bandeau like top so it zippers in the back & the material on top just flows & lays on your body. Along with all it's details & openness, its perfect for that hot weather approaching. And these jean shorts are my favorite - I snagged them at Gypsy Warrior (best store ever if you haven't heard of it) a year ago so I don't see them on the website anymore.. you might be able to still get them in the store, if you live near one, but I linked some similar pairs below! And last but not least, these SHOES. My fav! They are originally over $140 but they are on sale now- I cannot wait to wear them all the rest of this spring & summer.

Top: 4SI3NNA   /   Shorts: SIMILAR (UNDER $50)   /   Shoes: DOLCE VITA   /   Bag: GIVENCHY

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my kind of spring color http://ift.tt/2p8TT07

Green happens to be one of my fav colors to wear in the spring. For the most part, I'm still in black but to add some color to my wardrobe for spring, I love incorporating a little green ( and green looks amazing on tan skin - which I hope comes sooner than usual this year ). I love just throwing on a basic cute top with some leggings or jeans paired with either sneakers (casual) or heels for a dressier kind of look. This top is by LUSH and I snatched it at Nordstroms- it is currently unfortunately sold out but I linked below some of my favorite other green similar tops that I love just as much.

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cold elbows http://ift.tt/2pEipHz

Cold shoulders to COLD ELBOWS-- this tee [ONLY $68!] is the cutest! I love a plain black basic top & this one just beats my others just a little with the open elbows. It adds a little edginess to a plain black tee. You can pair this cold elbow top with just about everything! I am not someone you would see in a skirt very often but this look is so easy & SO comfortable. Plain easy tee with some cut open elbows along with a leather skirt & throw on a pair of espadrilles-- 

I am loving this spring warmer weather.. some days, like today, are a little too chilly after getting a taste of the warmth but I will take it any day other than that cold winter wind we had this winter! Ah. We just got into spring but I am really craving hot weather, shorts & sandals. Cannot wait!

Top: MICHAEL LAUREN   /   Skirt: H&M   /   Shoes: CHANEL   /   Bag: GUCCI

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all time favorite spring jacket http://ift.tt/2oktVVj

If you're reading this & you know my sister, then you will probably get a good laugh because how I found this jacket is all because of her. My sister, Cara, yeah she doesn't like shopping with me all the time.. I like to look through everything & she's so opposite. She likes to take a lap & if nothing catches her eye, she's done. Clearly she doesn't find shopping as fun as I do haha. Well anyways, I was with her in Nordstrom and I had just finished putting about 88 things into my fitting room (in which she was making fun of me for that) and I was taking my last steps through the few sections that I didn't check out yet and she grabs this jacket and SO sarcastically goes "how about this dan!!!" and she was so confused to see my eyes literally light up hahaha. I was like YESSSSS and she was like umm I was joking... and I was like nono Cara this is like me but in jacket form! She finally understood how cute it was when I put it on in the fitting room & then again after seeing these photos. She is the funniest person I know.. literally always making me laugh but I guess I need to drag her along with me on more shopping trips so she can make fun of me but find my favorite pieces for me!!

MY FAVORITE JACKET. & of course it is Blank NYC.. So yes I have an obsession with this jacket & haven't gone a day wearing it without getting atleast 5 comments on it asking me where it's from or how cute they think it is! It's the perfect spring jacket & I am in love with the embroidery on it. This will not be the last time you see this jacket here haha. If you are having second thoughts about buying it, don't!! It is TOTALLY worth it, I promise. This blouse is also soso cute! I grabbed it in Nordstrom (link below & under $50!) I knew I would love this top paired with these jeans. It's such a perfect top for an everyday wear and an easy top for going out on the weekend or for a nice dinner.

Jacket: BLANK NYC   /   Top: NORDSTROM   /   Pants: LEVIS   /   Shoes: STEVE MADDEN   /   Bag: CHLOE

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business messy http://ift.tt/2nhRtx1

When I first saw this top, I tried "fixing" it but the sales woman told me that it is supposed to be like that.. whoops. Sometimes, fashion surprises me with all it's tricks & different styles but once I put this top on, it was so me! It has that business messy look to it. Almost as if you were late to work and put the wrong buttons together on your blouse or rushing after a makeout session to quickly put on your top but you button the wrong buttons together haha! It gives off that classy but sexy look. Classy with the feel & color but sexy with the "messy" and the low cut on the chest. I love pairing this top with leggings or jeans-- but these jeans are my fav [wait till you see how many times they will show up on this blog ha!] They are the exact replica of the previous blue knee ripped Levi's you can see if my recent blog posts, but they're grey. I actually find myself loving these ones a tad bit more, just because I find grey jeans very easy, dark & cooler than the blue. But I still love them both & wear both about almost everyday- They were $90 and some people can say that's a lot for jeans [depending on what you like to spend] but to be honest, jeans can get so high in price.. I found these just right especially for how much I love them. Stay dry in this rainy weather over here in NJ--

Top: FINDER'S KEEPERS   /   Jeans: LEVI'S   /   Shoes: SIMILAR (STEVE MADDEN)   /   Bag: GUCCI

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