ttF Fashion Staples Series Diary: Electric Birthday
Tonight, I celebrated my friend Jess’ birthday. We went to Electric Karma restaurant, which has an adorable outdoor area where you can sit on cushions on the floor. I wanted to be comfortable so I threw on a basic tank and jeans. My sparkle sandals and jewelry made it fancy enough for night. Dinner was a blast (Amy Smart was eating right next to us) and then we went back home for a night of Sprinkles cupcakes and boardgames. Happy birthday Jess!

Cosabella tank, Chip & Pepper jeans, grandmother’s ring, lia sophia bracelets, RACHEL Rachel Roy sandals

Fashion Staples Used: Chain Sandals

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ttF Fashion Staples Month #7 Summary: July Blues

Here’s the breakdown for July…

1. Striped Button-Down, Times Worn this Month: 6
1. Lia Sophia Lanaya 2. Just Call Me Muffy 3.  Midday Midriff 4. Volunteer Tuesday 5. Fifties Pony 6. Boots Were Made for Compliments
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2. Chambray Scarf, Times Worn this Month: 6
1. Back to Front 2. Secret Garden 3. Leather Sunset 4. All You Need is Love 5. Walk the Line 6. Scarf Sarong
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3. Denim Cutoffs, Times Worn this Month: 6
1. Beauty Rebellion 2. Fourth of July 3. Skybar Spots 4. Shareen Vintage 5. Caress Girls Night Out 6. Country Walk
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4. Blue Crystal Bracelets, Times Worn this Month: 6
1. VeeV Supper Club 2. Two Point Oh! LA Picnic 3. Colony Nights 4. Playboy Mansion ESPYs 5. Dinner with Marcel 6. Neon Mix
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5. Denim Jacket, Times Worn this Month: 6
1. 90s Flowers 2. Dr. Love Tea 3. Playground Cowgirl 4. Easy Rider Picnic 5. Jumpsuiting Into the Weekend 6. Carrera Escape
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6. Plastic Peep Toes, Times Worn this Month: 6
1. LBD Goddess 2. Romantic Ruffles 3. Cute as a Button 4. ThinkThruFashion Accessory Swap Soiree 5. Go for the Rose Gold 6. Office Tattoos
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Now that July is over, it’s time to stop singing the blues and get ready for August. Check back soon to see what I’ll be wearing for my next month of the ttF Fashion Staples Series!

ttF Fashion Staples Series: Ruffled Vineyards
Today I went wine tasting in Paso Robles. Vince’s oversize cashmere sweater was ideal for hiding a bloated belly from glasses and glasses of Cabernet and Syrah. And one of the women pouring the wine at L’Aventure complimented me on my watch. Guess that was a good choice, too!

Vince cashmere ruffle tunic, Paige jeans, Stuart Weitzman boots, Yves Saint Laurent sunglasses, ESQ watch, gold earrings from Bulgaria

Fashion Staples Used: Tan Flat Boots, Men’s Watch

This is the first outfit of the ttF Fashion Staples Series. For the next 31 days, I will incorporate at least one of the above staples into my daily ensembles. At the end of the month, I will have worn each staple at least six times. Stay tuned!

1. Embellished Cardigan (J. Crew) — Mine is sold out but the gray version is currently on sale ($168 $99.99).

2. Silk Blouse (Banana Republic) — I found this top ages ago and wear it every single year. The store’s most recent version has a feminine ribbon detail ($69.50).

3. Reversible Belt (Target) — I bought this belt in the boy’s section of Target for about 8 bucks. You can probably find one in your local store. If not, this Levi’s belt ($14 $9.80) is equally inexpensive.

4. Men’s Watch (ESQ) — My accessory is extra special because it used to be grandfather’s. If you don’t have an heirloom piece in your family, this Seiko Watch($254) has a vintage feel.

5. Dark Skinny Jeans (Forever 21) — I love designer denim as much as the next girl. But for under $25, Forever 21’s jeans are hard to resist. The only problem is they all fit so differently. If you order them online, make sure to get duplicates in multiple sizes.

6. Tan Flat Boots (Stuart Weitzman) — These shoes were a Christmas present from my mother. She originally wanted them for herself but they only had my size left. Lucky me! Try Steve Madden’s Immense Boots ($199.95) for a similar look. And make sure to enter SMFREESHIP at checkout for free shipping.

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I used to be anti denim leggings. I’m not a legging person to begin with so I couldn’t imagine they could look better than a pair of skinny jeans. But when I slipped-or rather tugged-on Charley 5.0’s Denim Leggings ($165) it all made sense. Since there are no zippers, you can wear tight shirts without showing a bulge. And somehow, the material sucks you in like shapewear (these are not a garment that you want to buy big).

Granted, I’d never, ever, ever wear my denim leggings as pants, but as long as the majority of my butt is covered up, the super skinny style is the perfect contrast for all the lonely tunics hanging in my closet. If you can’t afford Charley 5.0’s, try these from Forever 21 for pretty much the exact same look at only 12 bucks!

1. Theory blazer, Forever 21 tee, lia sophia necklace, MICHAEL Michael Kors Berkley sandals

2. Rebecca Taylor top, Jimmy Choo sandals,  bangles from a little Indian store in London

3. Forever 21 polka dot top, Forever 21 cardigan, London Sole ballet flats, assorted silver and diamond jewelry

4. Ralph Lauren Rugby button-down, Burberry sneakers, ESQ watch, vintage ring

5. Tjana shirt, vintage scarf, Hogan boots

6. Lane Bryant top, Urban Outfitters locket necklace, lia sophia bangles, Jeffrey Campbell boots

Can you guess who wore the same denim leggings on the set of Gossip Girl?

Vanessa Abrams (Jessica Szohr)

In the 90s, I was obsessed with overalls. They are probably the most comfortable things in the world. A couple of years ago, I was given a tight pair of skinny overalls when the trend remerged. They weren’t as comfortable as loose Gap versions but I wore them a few times. But an overall gown? You could not pay me to wear one of those.

(clockwise from top left) Ralph Lauren, Cynthia Steffe, Jean Paul Gautier, L.A.M.B., Roberto Cavalli, Rachel Comey

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