Denim Bikini

denim string bikini top and bottom

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $68 (top) $50 (bottom)

bargain $10 (top) $10 (bottom)

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

only fault is that diesel likes to make their swimwear  "brazilian cut" meaning the bottom is tiny and my cheeks slightly hang out! some people like that but me? not so much...

Hi-low button up

hi low sheer button up

purchased at tj maxx

brand: ali & kris

retail: $36.00

bargain $12.99

when: june 30, 2012 | where: tj maxx, chino hills, ca

it's been quite a while since i stepped foot into tj maxx, ross, or marshalls but when i did last week i found so many goodies! this is one of them! i guess i'm a fan of ali & kris yet i don't know where they are sold at full price. the last time i randomly purchased a shirt that was ali & kris was at loehmann's. you can see that purchase here. 

Suade Wallet

100% leather flap wallet with 100% polyester lining

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $175.00

bargain $10.00

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

Shades of Brown

two tone sunnies

purchased at retro row

brand: unknown

retail: $12.00

bargain $12.00

when: july 1st 2012 | where: 4th street "retro row" long beach, ca

so sad i lost my last purchased sunnies before i ever got to really share them. they were super cute with floral print (have one photo with them here) but finally purchased another pair yesterday! i can never buy expensive sunnies as i loose them or break them ever so often! and i apologize i didn't pay attention to the name of the store where i purchased them at! however there aren't too many stores on 4th street and i can tell you it was not at immoni, replay, or that new boutique shop! it was in a vintage shop. sunnies were on the front counter.

Studded Belt

100% leather belt with metal studs

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $248.00

bargain $20.00

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

the leather goods are always the BEST steals at the diesel sample sales. you can purchase this belt here.http://store.diesel.com/us/belts_cod46230596ri.html but for 50% off it still costs $124!

Diesel Sleeveless Button Up

sleeveless white button up

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $128.00

bargain $15.00

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

i purchased so much stuff from the diesel sample sale its been tough to feature everything! but i do plan on getting an outfit post with this shirt soon so you can see it on! as always another great steal! the shirt is still available here, 50% off for $64 but still a million times more than what i paid!

Macrame Wedges

macrame platform wedges

purchased at urban outfitters

brand: cooperative

retail $59.00

bargain $29.99

when: june 5, 2012 | where: urbanoutfitters.com

love these - they wil def. be my go to summer shoes. have been wearing them a lot lately and they are super comfy. there still available online here! and you can see the rest of my outfit here!

Road Trip Up North

Shopping & posting was very lackluster last month due to several weekend trips I took. For Mother's Day Weekend my sister and I took my mom on a 4 day trip up north (Northern California). 

For Memorial Weekend I took off with my boyfriend to Palm Springs

Mother's Day Weekend Trip
Day 1: Santa Barbara, Solvang, Morro Bay.
Day 2: Cambria (Hearts Castle), Big Sur, Monterey (Aquarium + 17 Miles).
Day 3: Napa Valley (Castello di Amorosa, Sterling, Beringer + V.Sattui)
Day 4: San Francisco

I probably did more packing then shopping this past month. So I shall share what I packed for my 4 day trip minus the shoes! The weather didn't really permit for bathing suits but I always pack at least one suit on any vacation (there's always the hotel tub w/company). Half the items I have posted on here before, but if you want to know where I got something just ask!

the floral sunnies are my newest addition and absolute fav. (too bad i think i lost them already)

Heavy Metal

layered metal necklace

purchased at urban outfitters

brand: unknown

retail $29.00

bargain $8.99

when: march 2012 | where: urbanoutfitters.com

love this necklace and how industrial it looks. i'm not a huge jewelry person since its usually very overpriced (can't buy f21 jewelry that turns your fingers blue) but i glad i scored this one.

Getlegg Diesel Jeans

five pocket slim fit getlegg jeans

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $188.00

bargain $20.00

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

really love these jeans i scored, it is incredibly soft, light weight and thin. doesn't even feel like denim, but definitely not a jegging. there are still available now at diesel stores and online here.

want to know where i got the rest of the outfit? go here: shirt, cuff, rings, wedges, hat. 

everything was bargained within the past month other than the shirt.

Sasly Denim Shirt

snap closer dual chest pocket denim shirt

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $198.00

bargain $20.00

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

scored this amazing denim shirt at the diesel sample sale last month. it's meant to be a shirt but i prefer it as a jacket since it is a little oversized. this SASLY shirt is still available at full price online and in stores. saved myself $178! oh and these glasses i just purchased last week in little tokyo. i will post soon! :)

like my dress? go here. like my bracelet/cuff? go here. 

T-Dona Tee

cotton jersey tee w/ boat slit neckline

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $78.00

bargain $10.00

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

this shirt is currently still on sale at full price online and in stores. along with getting amazing edgy pieces at the diesel sample sales i also get my comfy pieces like this simple graphic super soft jersey tee. i also get undies, swim wear, and pjs!  love buying men's tees to sleep in.

Diesel Undies

diesel undies

purchased at diesel sample sale

brand: diesel

retail: $34.00 average ($136)

bargain $5.00 ($20)

when: april 2012 | where: diesel sample sale, los angeles

some of the many goodies i scored at the diesel sample sale. 

occurs twice a year in both new york and los angeles. typically in april and october.

Cotton Stripped Crop Top

cotton stripped crop top

purchased at free people

brand: we the free

retail: $78.00

bargain $17.95

when: april 13, 2012 | where: freepeople.com

this first photo was the original photo i posted on lookbook.nu but it was flagged because my knees weren't showing! all how silly? does showing my knee really matter when either way you can't see my shoes? (shrug) i guess rules are rules! 

my second look with my new hair cut. the purse i'm wearing was given to me by my boyfriend's mom, the brand is bueno. never heard of it, but it was brand new with tags still attached. belt i'm wearing is from the 70's, belonged to my mom. :) shorts are vintage levi's, you can see them here. the rings im wearing i have been wearing almost everyday, there marc jacobs, see here. the crop top i love and can't wait to wear it more often, it's still available at www.freepeople.com.

photos taken by my boyfriend drew. you can see his work here: www.drewakelley.com

Lace Detailed Shirt Dress

 sleeveless polyester shirt dress w/ lace detailing

purchased at forever 21

brand: forever 21

retail: $24.80

bargain $24.80

when: april 17, 2012 | where: la puente, ca

wore this dress on my actual birthday, really love anything button up/sleeveless and lace! hopefully will get some good images of it on soon to share.