MUSTARD

Wearing what is yet another one of those happy dresses I love so much! Fun color and cut, combined together to make one gorgeous dress! Oh, and you know how I feel about dresses that move... Every time I take a step, the skirt comes to life and starts floating around in the most amazing and graceful manner. Naturally, whenever I put it on, twirling around is pretty much a guarantee! :)

BANANA REPUBLIC pleated halter dress | CHLOE Mini Drew shoulder bag thanks to Barneys { in cream here } | GUCCI Candy ankle strap sandal | ISABEL MARANT ear cuff & snake bracelet | PRADA Confetti Wayfarer sunglasses 

WEST HOLLYWOOD

For a little over 2 years now, all Emil and I talk about is moving. We want to stay in LA, but we've lived in the same apartment for the past 7 years and we are definitely ready for a change. The tiny little problem with moving is that we can't seem to agree on where we'd like to move to:) My dream is to be close to the beach, and Emil, the practical one in the family, wants to stay in the city, which makes total sense work wise yet ins't nearly as romantic as waking up to the sound of the ocean every morning. So, after 2 years of going back and forth, we've decided to explore all of our favorite LA neighborhoods in hopes of finding a happy medium. This past Tuesday, we had a bit of free time, so we went exploring around West Hollywood, and I have to stay that at this point it's becoming a really serious contender. We found a particularly pretty street that looked like it came straight out of a fairy tale and for the very first time both Emil and I agreed that we could really see ourselves living here. Though we haven't made any final decisions yet, we are definitely making progress! Of course now that we found a neighborhood that we both agree on, it's just a matter of finding an apartment we both like... Hopefully it will take a little less than 2 years:)

A.P.C. Vanessa shorts | ETOILE ISABEL MARANT Salvia broderie anglaise cotton top | REBECCA MINKOFF Enabel three quarter sleeve tweed jacket | CHLOE Mini Drew shoulder bag thanks to Barneys { in cream here }  | GUCCI Candy ankle strap sandal 

FLUTTERED FLORES

I've been a busy little bee these past few weeks working on expanding my collection of old and new favorites and this outfit is basically an accumulation of my efforts. I don't think I need to tell you how I feel about leather jackets. Studded, perforated, printed and brightly colored, I want them all! And this coral perfection from IRO is my newest and brightest favorite:) The color alone would have been enough to make me want to add it to my collection, but the fact that I am particularly partial to moto leather jackets, made it that much more irresistible!

Flared jeans are my new obsession. After wearing skinnies for years and years, this style feels new and fresh not to mention the fact that it pairs beautifully with pretty much anything from crop tops to leather jackets. My only concern when it comes to flared jeans is the length. As I have mentioned before, given the fact that I am 5.8 and have a soft spot for high heels, finding the right length is not always easy. I found a few styles that are super long ( you can click here to check out the story ) and I am happy to say that this pair from Hudson is yet another addition to the list. Aside from the length, what I really love about them is the wash and of course the two front pockets. Yep, I am still obsessing over details:)! 

What about you guys, what are your obsessions at the moment? 

IRO Ashville leather jacket in coral pink | ANTHROPOLOGIE Fluttered Flores blouse | HUDSON Taylor high waist flare jeans | CHLOE Mini Drew shoulder bag thanks to Barneys { in cream here }  | GUCCI Candy ankle strap sandal | NIALAYA panther bangle in gold | DELFINA DELETTREZ eye piercing earring 

COLD SHOULDER IN PALM SPRINGS

I think I've developed a new obsession... obsession with off-the-shoulder dresses that is. My preoccupation with dresses in general is nothing new, you know me, I love a good flirty frock but thanks to this season's emphasis on exposed shoulder, this preoccupation reached a whole new level. Seriously, the way I feel now, I could easily wear off-the-shoulder dresses everyday for the rest of the summer and be quite happy about that. Of course based on the number of of-the-shoulder dresses which are now part of my closet, the possibility of this actually happening is very, very real :)

St. ROCHE Fiona midi dress | CHLOE The Marcie mini textured leather shoulder bag | GUCCI Candy ankle strap sandals | J Crew hat | NIALAYA panther ring, cross over gold ring, panther bangle in gold & white diamonds, stingray bracelet & rose gold & matte onyx bracelet 

PERFECT GETAWAY :: RANCHO VALENCIA

I said it before and I'll say it again, even a few days away from the madness make a world of difference. If you follow me on INSTAGRAM, you may have noticed, Emil and I spent a few very relaxing days at Rancho Valencia recently, doing what we love best, i.e. working on our tans, dining and exploring. Though this was our first time staying there, it will definitely be one of many to come for even now, as I am writing this post, I find myself panning our next visit, though perhaps for a slightly longer period next time, so that we can truly explore all the wonderful things Rancho Valencia has to offer.

So, if you are planing to visit, here are a few suggestions:

WHAT TO DO: Taking a yoga class at the Serenity Yoga Pavillon was truly amazing. Fact that my class took place outside at sunset, on a platform literally floating on water, made this one of my most memorable moments ever, not to mention the best yoga session I've ever had!

Nourishing Citrus Drench at the Spa was a truly indulging experience. I arrived at the spa feeling a bit tired and sluggish ( direct result of staying up way past my bedtime, catching up on some work the night before ) and walked out feeling rested and elated, with silky smooth citrus-scented skin. 

Playing a game of croquet: do a know how to play croquet? Absolutely not, but that hasn't stopped me before and most definitely didn't this time around! In fact, I think messing up was the major part of the fun. 

WHAT TO EAT: If you are as obsessed with cheese boards as I am, than you will definitely appreciate artisanal cheese board at Rancho Valencia's Veladora! Paired with a nice glass of wine, it was a perfect finishing touch after every meal. 

Lobster tacos are always good, but great lobster tacos are even better, and lobster tacos at The Pony Room were just that! Absolutely great! 

By the way, if you have any tips on what to do/see at Rancho Valencia, please share them in the comments! 

BANANA REPUBLIC Floral pleated midi skirt, heritage ivory safari blouse | CHLOE The Marcie mini textured leather shoulder bag | GUCCI Candy ankle strap sandals | MICHAEL KORS Brockton chronograph watch { similar here } | BANANA REPUBLIC Tina hat | SHOSHANNA Window eyelet beach shirtdress | ASOS flat gladiator sandals | NIALAYA panther ring, cross over gold ring, panther bangle in gold & white diamonds, stingray bracelet & rose gold & matte onyx bracelet