The Gospel According To Coco Chanel

Gray Sweater, Levis Jeans, Cathy Jean Boots

First thing’s first, my new haircut! Yes, it’s WAY shorter….but I am someone who LOVES to experiment with my hair. So I thought, new season–new hair…I mean, who doesn’t think that way?!

Green Apple Books, The Gospel According to Coco Chanel

My new haircut aside, this weekend I went to Green Apple Books and bought Gone Girl, something I need to read before seeing the movie, and The Gospel According To Coco Chanel!

Gray Oversized Sweater, Levis Jeans, Black Booties, Sunglasses, Long Bob

One of my favorite things to do on a sunny weekend in the city is read in the park, and Dolores Park is the perfect destination. Coco Chanel has amazing life lessons for ALL women and girls! Chapter three is titled, “On Fearlessness” and it begins with a quote from Chanel, “The most courageous act is to think for yourself. Aloud.”

Oversized grey sweater, Cuffed Skinny Jeans, Black Booties, Sunglasses

I am constantly working towards finding my own voice, and more importantly, having confidence in my own voice. For me, that means not being afraid to share what I think with the world. Spoiler: It’s way harder than it seems. And what do I do when things are hard?! Read another chapter from The Gospel. In chapter eleven, “On Living Life On Your Own Terms”, I found the solution to my problem.

“The answer isn’t to climb down but to rise higher.” -Coco Chanel

On Me: Hollister Sweater

Levi’s Jeans

Cathy Jean Booties

Nordstrom Sunnies

Urban Outfitters Necklace

Wish List

Two Piece Reformation

I need to invest in a versatile two piece, and Reformation has the best variety!

Levis LVC

A pair of selvedge jeans for women– LVC and made in the USA!

Levis Purse

To match the jeans, a brown leather purse from Levi’s.

Anthropologie

I have a feeling that patterned pants will be in for fall, and Anthropolgie has the best girly/comfy patterns to choose from.

ModCloth flats

I am so used to wearing black flats, but it’s finally time to step out of my comfort zone. ModCloth’s flats are so irresistible– I think I’ll start there…

Naked2Basics

Fall calls for a change in make-up. It’s not quite as dry as winter will be, but the change in seasons is still quite noticeable. That means adding a little more color to my eyes, and Naked2Basics by Urban Decay is the perfect choice.

Diary Of A Mad Diva by Joan Rivers

The recent death of this fashion icon has given me the opportunity to learn more about how she paved the way for so many women. I can’t wait to start reading!

Just Around The Corner

Sunnies, OBEY T-Shirt, Circle Scarf, Red Lips

 Fall is just around the corner, so let’s talk scarves…

Sunnies, OBEY T-Shirt, Circle Scarf, Red Lips

Technically, it is still summer, but the weather in San Francisco is hard to pinpoint to just one season.

Cathy Jean Booties

Believe it or not, but infinity scarves are my favorite! Despite being warm, they make any average outfit much more stylish. I love to wear them with a T-Shirt, jeans, and booties. Hair up or down– it doesn’t matter!

Sunnies, OBEY T-Shirt, Infinity Scarf, Red Lips

Fall can carry a bad reputation. I get it!  Who isn’t bummed about summer being over? But as a fashionista, thinking about all of the clothing opportunities in the changing season can make going back to school a little bit easier.

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