A Lucky Find—Literally

Summer essential: A pair of light-wash jeans. Casual and effortlessly refined, this pair of Lucky Brand jeans make a great staple when planning summer outfits. While the fit is great—low-rise and skinny—the ankle zippers add an extra accent that sets them apart from others.

Shirt: Zara | Jeans: Lucky Brand | Sandals: Tory Burch | Watch: Montblanc

{ Photography: Natalie Craig }

Olive—the trending summer color

I usually do not wear peplum shirts, but this particular one has exceeded my expectations. It clings to my body, outlining my shape, and stretches where I need it to. In addition to its great fit, this shirt is an olive tone—a great color that happens to be trending right now. Olive shades add enough color to an outfit while also being incredibly neutral. The other great thing about olive/cypress shades being in this summer is that the trend won't die when fall approaches because it's traditionally an autumn style.

For those who have been keeping up with my recent posts, you'll know that the Tory Burch sandals I'm wearing were on my summer wish list. While being stylish and chic, they are also fairly casual, making for a versatile sandal. Although they were painful the first few days I wore them, they are totally comfortable now that I have broken them in. And though they are a little on the pricey side, I figured I could make the sacrifice for Tory.

Shirt: H&M | Shorts: Forever 21 | Sandals: Tory Burch | Watch: Montblanc | Bracelets: H&M |

{ Photography: Natalie Craig }

Right Beyond the Park

Although it's too soon to declare that spring is here, the warmer temps have me excited for crop tops and brighter colors. During the winter, I get stuck in grays and blacks, but now that the sun is out, I can once again branch out to summer colors like whites and beiges.

I found this cardigan at Forever 21 (no surprise there), and I've been in love ever since. With asymmentrical trim and little bits of glitter in the pattern, this piece makes for a perfect spring staple—for when it's not too cold, but not hot either.

I've worn leggings like this pair before, but I never get tired of Lululemon's mesh styles. It takes the edge off the traditional Wunder Unders or any other plain legging. The best part is that they can be dressed up and dressed down.

They are pants for class, work and a night out, making them incredibly versatile and an ideal purchase.

| Shirt: H&M | Cardigan: Forever 21 | Leggings: Lululemon | Boots: Steve Madden | Ring: Michael Kors | Watch: Montblanc | Bracelet: Pandora

{ Photography: Natalie Craig }

Aqueous Avenue

I'm guilty of wearing this outfit multiple times. So I figured, why not wear it one more time and make it a blog post? Although I usually hide from the rain at all costs, I decided to suck it up for this post because the lighting was great and the misty look of the street was sublime.

This skirt is one of my favorite garments recently because it makes an outfit pop all on its own without being accompanied by another pattern or excessive accessories. And because it's the perfect length, it goes perfectly with a pair of knee socks.

I just kind of wish it had pockets.

| Sweater: Cotton Emporium | Skirt: Forever 21 | Knee-Socks: Steve Madden | Boots: Michael Kors | Watch: Montblanc | Bracelet: Pandora |

{ Photography: Andrea Cannon }

The End of an Era

In light of a new semester, a first-year milestone and a brand new pair of Michael Kors boots, it feels like an era is ending and a new one is beginning. It might be the new apartment, my new position at The Chronicle or my recently declared fashion business minor, but whatever it is, I've realized that it is healthy and satisfying to try new things.

I was really nervous to launch this blog. Not only did I feel like I'd be acting like some narcissistic teenage girl, but I thought I knew nothing about fashion. I mean, there I was sitting in my fashion business class facing my professor who was inquiring how I would run my my hypothetical, small boutique, and all I kept thinking was "...I don't own a boutique because I'm a journalist." Then it occurred to me that even though I might not own a boutique, I could still write about the items within one, ultimately combining my love for the latest trends and my passion for writing.

At a certain point every young person has to realize their full potential and take chances. It's up to us to make the most of the moment and our resources just to see what it can manifest into.

Whether you're taking on new responsibilities, declaring a minor in something you know nothing about or creating a fashion blog, there is no time like the present to make a change, grow a bit and watch as a new era begins.