The Basic is not so Basic

The signs of fall season came very early this year, then stopped in the middle of the color changing process. While I thought that we wouldn't have the colorful world that we usually have, the city was turned into a wonderland overnight.

We decided to experience the excitement in Quarry Hill Park, one of our favorite places nearby to kill time at.For the walk that day, I combined a few basic pieces together. As basic and simple as they are, they never fail to deliver the look:)

(Jacket: Express || Sweater: Abercrombie &Fitch || Pants: Banana Republic || Boots: Etienie Aigner || Bag: Kippling)

Leopard Heart

It has been very busy two weeks for me and I am behind my schedule for the first time since I started blogging.  We have been so lucky to have an extended summer until this week.

I generally don't consider myself the kind of girl for animal prints, but the soft and silky touch of this dress and the baby doll design persuaded my heart.

This pretty looking jacket is a new experiment with online shopping. I would like to always try on a clothing before I buy so I debated a lot before placing the order. Fortunately it looks very much as I liked after careflly ironing out the wrinkles on it caused by long-distance shipping.

(Jacket: Sheinside || Dress: Express || Bag: Tignanello || Sandals: can't remember or figure it out )

Short and Sweet

The labor day long weekend was short and already over. Although it was very nice and sweet, I almost felt that I needed another weekend to recover from it:) Instead of going out and shooting a full set of blog photos, we tried some indoor shooting at home, very different and very fun!

(Dress: Express)

On Rainy Days

My previous memory regarding rain boots was from childhood. When I used to have fun with rainy days by wearing colorful rain boots and stepping into water without fears:)

I never thought I would miss them until recently, when I found a picture of cute rain boots on a magazine. I have been searching for a pair like that ever since then and found these perfect pair by Kamik in time for this rain season—they were made so cute and stylish (not bulky at all like the old ones I had before) that sometimes I even forget they are rain boots!

I matched them with my also cute rain jacket from Banana republic, and the zebra print dress by Express. With these bright colors, I am sure even a gloomy rainy day will feel fun and shiny!

Shopping Day In Light Colors

Summer is finally here with us! The crab apple trees are blooming everywhere and bring the incredibly scented smell with breezes. It felt so great to go shopping in all light colors.

I was a little reluctant to try these cropped boyfriend jeans since I was worried they are going to make the legs look chunky. However, they turned out to look fine and even somewhat feminine when you pair them with heels (or in my case wedges since I haven’t learned how to handle heels), . These are from New York Company, but I am sure you can find similar ones all over the world! :)

The black rivet hat was a new purchase from Wilson leather. I love hats, not only because they provide shades in summer time, but also because they help hide second-day hair and make you look fresh and stylish! :)

To us northern people, enjoy every day of summer! (Layered top by Express, Shoulder bag by Coach).

Lighten Up Your Work Day

Today I noticed something at work, the cafeteria door to the outside patio is actually open. This to me, means spring is here! I know it is April already, but in Minnesota, we had snow storms in April and May last year!

I still remember all the wooden tables and chairs underneath the thick piles of snow during the long winter, but now they will soon be occupied by people who have been eager to eat their lunch in the sunshine.

For a typical work day, I go with the business casual dress code. While dark colored pants are almost a necessity, I almost always try to brighten up the color a bit by throwing something cute in style or light in color, like the light-weight Abercrombie and Fitch cardigan, and the eye catching red silk cami that I got from express. Although high feels are more modern and chic, I often prefer wearing comfortable shoes so I can enjoy my routine walk after lunch.:)