Chill day today. Loving my giant floppy hat - been wanting one for the longest time! Accessories like that really spice up an outfit. Wearing my new (sort of) leopard print kimono that I thrifted. The weather is so hot up here that it's difficult to create an outfit that you won't melt in. 

This is basically what I consider my everyday uniform to be. I usually wear a some variation of this outfit. Usually all black with a hint of color (white). I love over-the-knee socks because they allow me to still wear my favorite shorts even when the weather does not permit it. Also wearing my favorite thrifted cardigan. This picture doesn't do it justice because the whole thing is this beautiful detailed lace? (I'm not sure if it's considered lace..). I love making a knot with my tops to turn them into crop tops (inspired by Jenn Im) since I don't have a lot of crop tops and can't commit to cutting up my tops. 

Late post, but my outfit for Valentine's Day. I guess it is a bit morbid to wear all black on Valentine's day. I personally find wearing pink and hearts a bit tacky. Valentines day was not the best day for me this year because I missed my shuttle back home which just caused a lot of stress and trouble. However, even though I was having a bad day, that doesn't mean I can't still look nice. I tried to play with textures with my knit sweater, leather skirt, and thrifted jean jacket to balance this overall dark outfit. 

OOTD 1.27.13

Mondays can be more fun if you dress up. My outfit for January 27 even though it's February right now. Rocking my new black chiffon maxi skirt from H&M and this crazy printed top that I thrifted. It's one those items where you can't find anywhere else. First time rocking my new middle part. I also have some platform wedges on which is how I managed to prevent my skirt from dragging across the floor. 

Nails

Essie: Wicked

Black, White, & Gold

I really like the gold glitter at the end of the nails. The smallest things can make a big difference to the nail design. I used a gold nail stripper to add the gold glitter accents. 

Outfit of the day for a night out in the city. Union Square in SF and Christmas in the Park at SJ. Wearing the shoes right out of the store because they were such a steal. I love the gradient on the clear heel. Shoes that my mother will never understand. Black knee high socks on top of tights with my high waisted shorts and a sweater. Black beanie not pictured. 

Shoes: Urban Outfitters