Flirting with Flare

top LF / bottoms Brandy Melville / necklace F21

Happy Friday everyone! This week flew by, but I can't say I'm not happy it's the weekend. I know I talk about the weather in like every post, but I just can't get over how hot it's been, especially during mid-September! And it looks like we're due for another heat wave this weekend too. 

I love summer looks, but putting together work appropriate outfits that will keep me from overheating has been particularly challenging. And although I work in a creative environment, I try not to overexpose, so I went with this textured crop and breezy trouser. The high neck and waist lines make for a more demure crop, keeping exposure to a minimum. To tie the look together, I added a braided leather belt, my favorite watch, and a bold red lip to add a pop of color to the monochrome. These wide leg trousers are definitely one of my go-to pieces, they add just the right touch of sophistication and are ultra-comfy! 

With Love,

Patti

White Palazzo

Top&Bottoms: Zara / Shoes: Calvin Klein / Necklace: Threadsence / Watch: Michael Kors
No white after labor day. Or is it the other way around? Either way, I have never understood that fashion faux pas. I've always just thought of Labor Day as a seasonal turning point, the transition from summer to fall. But just for good luck, I decided to go with a more summery outfit since fall has slowly trickled its way into the fashion world. As much as I am excited to start layering with cozy sweaters, LA weather has yet to catch the fall fever! But, in true blogger form, you'll be sure to see more fall styles in the coming posts!

With love,

Patti

Boy Meets Girl

One of my go-to ways to mix up my wardrobe is to throw together both feminine and more masculine pieces. It adds a little something unexpected to an outfit you would typically find in a more corporate setting. The lace and blush of the cami really offset the staple striped button down and black trouser. To keep the cami from being too overwhelmed by the colder colors, I threw on some nude heels and curled my hair to soften the overall effect. I kept the accessories to a minimum to complete the look! 

With love,

Patti