September 8, 2015
I've Moved!
Time for bigger & better things! Saying goodbye to blogger, and hello to myspace! ... Well my own space that is. Head on over to pattikao.com! See you soon :)
February 13, 2015
Shades of Taupe.
bag | Free People
Hello hello! What is taupe exactly? (pronounced “tope”) Is it gray or is it beige? I’m sure many of you could care less, but as an interior decorator, it’s pretty crucial to know the difference. If I could define it, I’d say it would be the love child of gray and beige, think elephant colored.
I’ve been on the hunt for a good work bag and finally stumbled across this taupe Free People cross body. It fits my daily work paraphernalia perfectly without being overly bulky. Yep, I’m that girl at work who carries her life in her bag, ain’t nothing wrong with being prepared! And on top of it being both chic and functional, it was less than $100! The quality and the price tag just made it that much better.
So I guess we’re just skipping Spring this year and starting Summer early, about 3 months early. The recent rise in temp has put in me in a casual state of mind, and I’ve been reaching for my boyfriend jeans. So in an attempt to make my outfit more work appropriate, I added this jacket with leather taupe paneling. For added taupe continuity, I threw on my metallic heels. Have a great weekend! :)
With love,
Patti
February 3, 2015
Shaggy.
Hello hello! It's barely February, and the weather is already heating up! I guess Mr. Groundhog's weather forecast means nothing in SoCal. I've still got so many winter outfits I want to share with you, but I have to admit that the weather has been too nice to disagree with. This past weekend was especially nice since I spent a lot of time outside in the sun with my boyfriend's new lab puppy. :) Seriously the most adorable pup ever... can't even handle. But we took a quick break from little Duke to snap some pics. I'm sure you've noticed by now my fur obsession, but this is something completely different. This is shag.
With the impending retreat of winter, comes the sad day when I have to put my furs away. But not quite yet! It still gets a little chilly at night, so I mixed what could easily be a summer look with this shaggy white jacket. Now that I look back at it, the outfit does remind me a little of Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. (Let's just say it's my interpretation.) It's basically loungewear I dressed up with a statement necklace and pair of thigh highs, so it was extremely comfortable but a fun #OOTN for barhopping. Sometimes it's better to be underdressed, but with a twist.
With love,
Patti
January 27, 2015
Plaid, Tartan?
Hello hello! So which is it? Plaid or tartan? I honestly can't tell. All I know is that I love this print in the colder months and that I've found a fun new way to wear it. This top is so incredibly soft and so comfortable, I've been trying to find any occasion to wear it. The length is a little tricky, but the slits on the side keep it from looking too baggy and hobo-chic. I paired it with skinny jeans and a structured jacket to balance out the bagginess of it. Now it's time to find a new way to wear it unbuttoned! :)
With love,
Patti
January 21, 2015
Speckled.
coat Zara / top H&M / pants Uniqlo / booties Chinese Laundry / clutch Vince Camuto
Hello hello! I’ve recently been obsessed with this speckled gray coat I got on sale from Zara. There really isn't much of a need for one out here in SoCal, but this one is light enough to wear without overheating. I kept the look simple in my choices of pieces, and left the details in the textures like the jacquard tee. I kept the speckled theme with my current favorite booties! They've got a chunky heel make them so easy to wear. To add more texture, I topped off the look with a fun snake skin print clutch!
With love,
Patti
January 16, 2015
Twilight Twinkle.
coat Asos / sweater Vince Camuto / leggings Topshop / booties Vince Camuto
Hello hello! Took a little walk on the wild side for Day 2 with this fab faux fur leopard coat. I didn’t have too much time to catch the light today, but downtown Denver has twinkle lights everywhere and it was too beautiful not to share. This coat was seriously a lifesaver on this trip. If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve definitely noticed. It’s a bit of a standout piece, but I was so excited for chance to actually wear it in some cold winter weather! If you don’t already own one, I suggest investing in one, or a faux fur coat at least. As long as you don’t overdo it, it adds instant glam and warmth to any outfit.
With love,
Patti
January 14, 2015
Mile High.
Hello hello! It’s been a while, but I’ve been super busy lately prepping for convention season! I’m currently in Denver, aka the Mile High City, for my first convention of the year. Things got a little hectic, but I was able to snap a couple shots before the sun went down. It’s been a nice change of pace to actually visit a city that has below freezing temperatures during the weather, unlike my sunnier hometown. I’ve finally been able to put some of my heavier winter coats to use! For this convention, I went with a navy blue jumpsuit and my favorite Zara coat. I took a little risk in the cold with my caged flats, but my toesies survived. Can’t wait to share more of my Denver adventures!
With love,
Patti
January 8, 2015
#girlfriendgiftguide | New Year, New You
Hello, hello! For those of you who have girlfriends with January birthdays, or are thinking of getting yourself a little something, this month's #girlfriendgiftguide has got plenty to help you kick off 2015!
1 * There's no better way to start the year off fresh than by adding some green to your life. Keeping these little guys alive will help you stick to your resolutions!
2 * An adorable mineral/gem calendar.
3 * Wall art to remind you to start every day perfectly fabulous!
4 * Glam Kate Spade folders to help you organize your life in all ways glam.
5 * Get financially motivated with a brand new wallet! OR use sites/apps like Mint or Learn Vest to help you achieve those financial goals.
6 * A fab daily agenda to keep you focused on those daily goals.
7 * Floral notebooks for you to jot down your goals, plans, and ideas.
8 * Write one sentence a day, whether its to sum up your day or a quote that inspires you, and look back at it at the end of the year.
9 * Because every girl needs a gold stapler.
10 * The glammest fitness tracker there ever was. With a fitness tracker this gorgeous, you'll have no excuse not to wear it.
With love,
Patti
January 5, 2015
Wrapped Up.
Hello hello! Woop woop, first post of 2015! And I'm kicking it off with this new wrap dress I just picked up from Lulu's. Wrap dresses are a staple that belongs in every girl's closet. Not only are they super flattering on almost every body type, but they're also so easy to dress up or down. I took advantage of the lower neckline to show off some off my dainty dangles. The weather has been quite warm these past couple days, but I made this maxi version a little more cold weather appropriate with some black suede booties. What's your favorite way to wear a wrap dress?
With love,
Patti