It's a well known ideology that you are the company you keep. A sum of the people that surround you the most. You can see this in the smallest of habits rubbing off from person to person; the sprinkling of mannerisms that can be spotted in the most fleeting of moments.


Now think about this ideology in regards to your outfit. The sum of your outfit should be equal to its company. All of the parts, each component that goes into your fit should be able to make sense together; vibe together. The same can be said of the brands or companies a blogger decides to work with: they should reflect a realistic image of their true style.


This past weekend I attended the SFSFWI Green Glam fashion show with 4/5 of my blogger squad. The company alone made the event worth the trek... "the type of friends to parkin' lot pimp with you if you can't/don't wanna go inside da club." ;p


As you can probably tell by both my blog and my Instagram outfit posts, I'm still really into the suspenders as an added flair to any fitting look. I chose to incorporate a few notable pieces into this look, including the tote, top, and sunnies.

The pullover is from Dead Legacy, a site with a lot of fun and quirky prints and sayings on their products. I love the little logo detail on the sleeve and the versatility that comes with the simple black back text. I decided to pair them with my ivory knit sweatershorts from Urban Outfitters accessorized subtly with a silver body chain and thigh high pullover socks. To carry all my blogger necessities throughout the shoot, I opted for my customized QTee Tote Bag which consists of all the color phases my hair has been through. The reflective mirror sunnies were generously gifted to me at a recent event for JINS Eyewear in SF, and they've rarely left my face since I've gotten them.


Cheers to making many more memories in good company. Sometimes I question this path that I've decided to pursue and the insistent writer's block that tends to come with it. But once I push through and within the times that positive feedback is provided, it really helps to put the bigger picture back into perspective. So thank you for helping me push through. Til next time! xx

"It's not my job to modify myself to be likable, but to be all that I care to be, & connect with people who resonate with that."


Working on the other side of the fashion blogger world is especially interesting as a style blogger. You put on these brand-focused goggles during your weekday 9-5 which can in turn at times be hard to take off when returning to your own regularly scheduled life as a blogger. I'll admit that as much as I am a strong proponent of judgment-free zones, I've definitely had instances where I've forgotten to take off my work goggles when it comes to showing support to my own community. However I always try to take a step back and remind myself that this isn't work, and it's important to remember that as hard as it is to put your own self out there, it's just as difficult for others. We're all in this together.


Life is more incredible when you live without judgments. I truly believe that personal evolution will become easier to attain when you look to uplift, rather than judge, those around you. A little open-mindedness and understanding goes a long way.


Subtract yourself from any sort of clique mentality and open yourself up to new people and experiences. The possibilities are endless and completely in your hands.


Cycling back to work, this look was shot and edited by my favorite little kitty just in time for the release of Tobi's newest lookbook, Adult School. We ventured out to what is now my favorite area to shoot due to its seclusion and proximity to the popcorn-making factory & Philz Coffee HQ, haha.


Oh, the perks and downfalls of working for a fashion company. The ease at which I can see the upcoming products is extremely dangerous for someone such as myself. I spotted this top as soon as it was ready to go up on site and immediately fell into a deep lust. The modest front-back combined with the edgier, exposed sides helped inspire a look that would fall in line with our latest lookbook at Tobi, Adult School.

I paired the top with my jade green suedette fringe skort and some thigh highs for a little twist on the classic schoolgirl aesthetic. To finish things off and keep styling with class in mind I topped things off with my patent fringed oxfords. I loved all the texture-play going on in this fit; statement-making without being a tad too overwhelming.


Challenge of the week for both you and I alike: don't get caught up in seeing things one way. As I always like to say, an open mind is key to a better view. Thanks for checking back in and be sure to check out our newest lookbook! Catch y'all with a new look next week. xx

Pay it forward: the expression used to describe the beneficiary of a good deed repaying it to others instead of back to the original benefactor.


In this day and age where 'likes' and 'social engagement' is a factor of concern even when it comes to jobs at times, it's easy to get caught up in ourselves and lose sight of the bigger picture. One thing I love about having had the opportunity to stay in SF for the past month or so (shouts-out to my sister for making my work commute much easier) is that I got to feel connected with more people on a daily basis. It's always busy in SF and there's so much energy to pick up on. Best of all was being able to observe acts of kindness and all the good karma that easily came with it.


Over the weekend, my friend and I (the camerawoman behind all my work OOTDs on insta haha) were perusing through the 'Pay It Forward' book in the downtown SF UO. She decided to do one of the noted tasks then and there, and in turn it inspired me with an idea to touch upon for this week's post. You don't always have to take the term ponying up entirely as is — sometimes it can entail something as simple as helping a stranger. Random acts of kindness.


With all the traps that surround us into becoming a selfish generation, it's also easy to open your eyes and really notice all the reasons why we should and easily can all be the ones to instead create a kinder one. One simple act of kindness can inspire someone to do the same, and the chain reaction could possibly spark something out of our imagination's usual confined box. I don't know about you, but for me personally, keeping this thought in mind makes the act that much easier to follow through with.


Just as I've grown to love San Francisco, I'm learning to appreciate all things around me big or small every day. To really take advantage of the moment I'm in at the present time and slow down for a little bit. Everyday I'm learning something I might've thought I already knew by finally seeing it clearly through fresh eyes. Paying it forward and the true practice of good karma being one of these things.


This look was shot near the Bay Bridge with one of my favorite people ever, Melissa de Mata (go wish her a belated happy birthday!) right down by the docks. The pleated Zara top was definitely something a bit different for me, a find at Crossroads Trading Co. The asymmetrical hem and accordion-like pleats stood out to me immediately and I couldn't help but take on the challenge of styling something so out of my usual element. I decided to pair it tucked into my mineral acid wash cut-offs and my favorite accessory of my suspenders hangin' loose. My favorite lash zeroUV sunnies helped top it all off with the appropriate amount of sass.


This week I challenge you all to pony up and pay it forward. As the saying goes, everyone you come across is fighting a battle you're unaware of. Always remember this and to remain kind. Thank you for any and all support you've given me—it's definitely a humbling act of kindness that will never be forgotten. Also I apologize for my lack of post last Monday, but Outside Lands took a lot out of me! I promise to keep on with the consistency from here on. xx