history at its finest.

Today is Tuesday and also a very needed lazy day for myself. These last few weeks have gone by in the blink of an eye, and I haven't even touched my homework let alone blogger. I thought I would take my down time today to post my first travel blog. Over the last couple weeks, I traveled to the east coast, where my sister had temporarily been living, to assist her in the move back to the Midwest. While I visited, we tried to stuff everything we wanted to do on the coast into the week time frame we had. And I have to say, we were pretty dang successful!

I flew into Durham, North Carolina, which was absolutely gorgeous this time of year. But the main part of the trip I would like to feature is our weekend get away to Washington D.C. It was about a four hour car ride from North Carolina, which we made at 2 am so as not to miss our White House tour. The first thing we learned upon arrival is that the traffic was out of control! We sat hours early in the morning just to get into the city! But we made it to our first stop right on time. 

Our self guided tour through the White House began at 8:30 am. After going through ridiculous amounts of security, we made our way around the bottom floor of the President's home. If I am being honest, it was a lot smaller than I expected. The decoration were beautiful and very ornate, but the size was disappointing. We also toured the Smithsonian and National Archives Building. Seeing the Constitution and  Declaration of Independence in person was unbelievable. Sadly, no picture allowed. We rested up in our hotel right in the heart of downtown before enjoying a delicious dinner at Blue Duck Tavern (I chose amazing crab cakes!). 

The next day was my favorite. Starting off at the Holocaust Museum was an amazing experience. We got to learn about our brothers who were persecuted and were amazed by their extraordinary faith. We were proud to wear our purple triangle! Afterwards we grabbed lunch food truck style and were off to the Lincoln Memorial. It was larger than life! I was amazed at the size. Of course, we also got to stand in the exact spot Martin Luther King Jr. stood when making his famous "I have a dream" speech. 

Of course every trip has to involve shopping, like it's me we are talking about. Georgetown was a very upscale, gorgeous part of town that provided all the shopping a heart desires. We shut most of the stores down before we headed back to NC.

All in all, I thought Washington D.C. was a very clean, beautiful (thanks to fall) and historic place to visit. I recommend it to anyone! I posted some photos of my trip below to show you the sites I described. What do you think of DC? Would you go back to visit? What do you think of my first adventure post?? Can't wait to hear from all of you again!! Have a happy lazy Tuesday from coco to you. 

coco.

You knew I would include at least one outfit post! 

Peaking through the changing leaves is The White House. 

grey cardigan (gap)

striped angle blouse (j crew)

blanket scarf (j crew)

ankle booties (forever 21)

Original painting in the East Dining Room of Mr. Abraham Lincoln himself. 

how to: shop thrift.

First and foremost, I want to inform everyone about the decision of advertising on allthingscoco. I do not believe my blog is ready to support such a privilege just yet. I want to make sure this page is exactly the way I dream it to be before I throw in another component. With that being said, I would like to start moving in that direction, so in the future I can take that step. My blog posts may become a little more broad, including different topics with fashion twisted within. There are a few more layout changes that need to be made as well. So for now, no advertisement will be featured on this blog. That offer is extended to me for the indefinite future and one day I will accept it. I want to take the time I have now to grow as a blogger and keep you amazing, faithful followers coming back. The show must go on! 

Thrift shopping is viewed one of two ways: as dirty hand-me-downs donated to those in need, or hidden treasures that need a little tlc. If you are not a thrift person, I totally understand the need to shop retail and you can leave my blog site now (even though I don't want you to go) because the topic of my post today is how to shop thrift. 

The very first thing to remember is fit first. This rule should be used when you shop anywhere. If it does not fit you well, who cares if it is Chanel? It will not look right and no one will appreciate the designer or quality behind it. I know oversized clothing is a big hit right now, but don't let oversized mean "fits like a box." Your body shape can still be flattering in an oversized item, it just takes the right one. 

Another plus of shopping thrift is finding vintage. Back in the day, clothes were made with real quality and effort. Instead of pumping out spandex minis that cost $100, clothes were actually worth the price you were paying for them. I love shopping for vintage because you can find timeless pieces at an affordable price. But please, please listen to this: there is a fine line between vintage and old. If there are holes, stains, tears or an overall smell to the garment, it is old. Not worth the time. When finding vintage, look at the detailing. Intricate beading or stitching will really set the garment apart. Play close attention to the material. If you see the word spandex, do me a favor and put that sucker back on the shelf. Read the care label. If it is dry clean only, you have a classic vintage on your hands. 

Finally, when thrift shopping, look at brand names. I understand some companies who are not as well known can make beautiful pieces, but let's play it safe here. Finding brands you know and trust will ensure the purchase is a good one. 

I want to take this paragraph to thank all of my readers for the support and feedback. I appreciate all of the emails, posts, and messages that has made blogging so enjoyable. Also, if you need a thrift shopping partner, coco is up for sale! 

coco. 

Here is my most recent thrift find. The white pearl beads on the collar coupled with the sky blue color of this sweater could not be more perfect. And for $2.99?? Deal!

Sorry, I was feeling way too 50's mod in this sweater not to selfie. 

cat-eye sunglasses (kate spade) 

pretty little things.

Most of my posts revolve around major purchases that I can't help but share. This post, however, focuses on the smaller side of things. Free people (one of my blog and fashion icons as you all know) has forever stated that fashion is in the details. As I start to evolve into my own style, I can't stress how much that statement is true. A few crucial stitchings here or there, a little bit of lace peaking through a garment, or a well arranged necklace combination all have one thing in common- they're smaller details that matter. As basic as this sounds, it will change your every day look. 

I want to show you a few of my favorite every day details that make me feel whole and unique. The first is a silver triangular hair pin that makes my white blonde hair really pop. This little pin is perfect to finish any braid or simply pull back hair away from the face. This little detail stands out as a bold accessory. And how simple this is to accomplish! Literally just pin and go. 

The next detail I want you all to see is a pressed flower double chain necklace. I actually stole this one from my mother a few weeks ago and haven't taken it off since. The silver chain coupled with the mute mustard color in the petals will make you feel fall appropriate in no time. 

Finally, these grey heathered socks are finished off with a tiny, white lace material. Wear them on lazy days around the house or show these comfy things off! Having the little lace detailing peak out of your fav booties will be that delicate touch your wardrobe was needing. 

Even though major purchases are important (and happen far too often for me) smaller detailing can be just as crucial. Find a few small rings that make your heart happy or a little hat to set off a bad hair day right. Remember those pretty little things. 

coco.

lapis triangle piece (aeo) 

antiquing in santa monica brought this little jewel to the family.

textured lace socks (aeo)

is it fall yet?

The title of this post seems to be a common sentiment of many recently. Where is that fall at??? The calendar and weather need to sit down and coordinate better because they are tricking everyone! I am already in full on fall mood and therefore going to talk about a fall wardrobe must have. 

The over the knee boot has always been a trend to sneak up in a colder season and then fall behind (pun very intended) for consecutive seasons until it is rediscovered once again. I have never owned over the knee boots, but only observed in awe as one of my fashion icons (and pseudo aunt) strutted her pair with full confidence. I was a little reluctant to buy my own only due to the boldness that this trend would require. Why is that so? Most outfits that are worn with these shoes are shorter to show a little skin on the lower thigh before the boots began on the upper knee. I do not know why, but this made me feel awfully scandalous. Realizing how ridiculous that was, I broke out of my shell and bought a pair of my own. I opted for a black suede version with a thicker heel and prominent stitching (as seen in pics below). My most comfortable self in these boots is with black skinny jeans and the new sweater I have been dying to wear despite the 80 degree heat. But I have pushed myself to wear a quarter-lengthed sleeve navy and black floral dress that hit a few inches from where the boot rim begins. And I am not going to lie, I love it. I will post pics of that ensemble in a later post due to the short amount of time I am writing today. I just had to get this trend out there so you can start to track down your own pair! 

I was looking at the weather for the rest of this week and October should be bringing some cooler temps with it (she says very hopefully!!!). Do you have any fall trends you are looking forward to wearing? Email me your ideas so I can post my own twist on them. I also want to see your over the knee boot outfits for my own inspiration. As they say, it takes a village to make a blog. Or something like that. 

coco. 

black suede knit boots (aldo) 

grid work.

So this is the second time I am writing this blog post because the first draft got deleted. I will try to recreate it like this is the very first time these words are being typed! Before today's blog post, I would like to talk about some very exciting things happening on allthingscoco. The first, and most obvious, is the new layout. Trust me, this is still very much under construction. Yet, I could not resist to blog before it was completed. Look around the new site and tell me what you like and what needs to go. Even though it is not there yet, I am very happy with the direction my page is heading towards! 

Another exciting opportunity presented to me was to begin advertising for brands that I love. Even though this is a huge privilege, blogger has suggested that I modify my posts a little bit. They would like me to widen out in the variety of my writing. This would entail posting about my adventures, beauty, food, random thoughts and of course, fashion! I do not know how to feel about this yet, so tell me what you think! Should I stick to what I know and love primarily? Or should I change it up?? Ahh so exciting! Change can be good, and I will keep all of you updated with any decisions I make.

But for now, let's talk fashion baby! This week I want to share a pattern that I am currently obsessed with- grid. I have picked two out of my collection of this patten (which is growing fast!!). The first is an ivory high-low button up. The lines in the grid pattern are a strong with a little bit of messiness in between. Even though the grid is very prominent, the lines are not too strict. It just adds to the slouchiness and ease of this top. It is also a very light material which is perfect for the transition from summer to fall (the ultimate struggle). The only downfall for messy coco is that is it dry clean only (ugh!).

The second piece is a thicker grid pattern layered on a waist length jacket. This grid is definitely less structured than the first, giving it a spin on the simple trend. The gold detailing adds more edge to the clean lines. Because it zips diagonally, it has more dimension and causes the side flaps to lay beautifully.

Those are just two options of the many out there in retail wonderland. Search for your look and show coco how you make grid work! Can't wait to hear from you all! Much love.


coco.

Gold accessories pair perfectly with gird. My shoe choice is my new slip on flats with gold detailing on the heel and a bold cheetah print. Mixing patterns is something I try to experiment with, and grid pattern makes it way to easy! 

grid blouse (nordstom) 

chunky chain necklace (forever 21) 

cheetah print slip on (aldo) 

The leather detailing on the shoulders and sleeves coupled with gold zippers on the pockets makes this look edgy yet clean. Layered underneath is my rather obnoxious Van Halen tee. Who doesn't love a huge eagle to wear front and center?  Oh, and turquoise rings are never a bad idea. 

leather six jacket (zara) 

indie ring set (h&m) 

simply me.

I think people take simplicity for granted. When the large majority hear the word "simple," cheap or plain are most likely synonyms that are close behind. While styling my own wardrobe lately, I have been finding that I am slowing changing in my own views of that word. Simple to me means clean. Simple to me means uncomplicated. That is what I strive to be and that theory is starting to peak through every little hole in my jeans.

This is not what I though fashion was before. I thought it meant layers and patterns and stilettos, which I still live by, yet I am noticing my own self taking a turn. Isn't that kind of scary and beautiful at the same time? I am starting to see that Coco can be avant-garde while loving the small details all the same. That is the fun of being 19. I can encompass everything that I want to be, not matter how diverse, all in this 100 pound body. So today, I am here to tell you about the simple side of Coco, a side I am particularly fond of at the moment. 

Free People has been my utmost enemy/best friend over the past few weeks. They just put new items on sale that you have to go search through! That brand is one of my favorites because it gives a lot of variety in style choices while sticking true to themselves. My new favorites can be found below. The purchases started with that pretty angled lace blouse I am wearing. If I can give any advice about sheer lace tops, it would be to wear a nude tank. Any other color just takes away from the simple effect. The lace pattern is intricate yet gorgeously effortless. Layered on top is a hunter green knit sweater. This warm color compliments the ivory of the top, keeping within the darker color family. I was going to wear my all time favorite black skinnies, but felt the boyfriend jeans keep the flow of the oversized and comfortable vibes going. I think the lighter wash lightens up the outfit since I am still living in a very warm September. I didn't want to overwhelm with heavy jewelry since I am trying to keep the outfit smooth and clean. One little accent nicely added is one of my favorite necklaces- the layered eagle. I love the little turquoise stone, as well as the accompanying pendant.

As I have recently learned, it is ok to have more than one so called "style." You can be you in however many different trends you choose to follow. Fashion can be your way of expression just as art or music or even blogging are for others. Luckily, Coco falls into two of those categories. I have too much to express obviously! Let me know what your definition of simple is and what you think of the latest look. Oh, and one more thing, before you look below and are shocked: I am a blonde!

coco. 

Welcome back gif. 

A close up of my favorite little eagle.

Isn't this lace detail unbelievable? 

I have been at home all day so shoes are not necessary. 

full love blouse (free people)

tough knit cardigan (free people)

layered eagle chain (forever 21)

pretty pastels.

Waking up to a rainy day is the love of my life. It is an opportunity to play houdini. Magically, in the dead middle of summer, I can pretend it is plenty dreary to dust off all the colder season pieces I have been longing for. Fortunately, today was one of them. Lightning woke me up around 6 am, and I am pretty sure it struck my heart because I think it skipped a beat. 

Even though I was drawn to the black side of my closet to match the glooming clouds around me, I found a way to fuse together the season I was actually living in with the one I would prefer to be. My boyfriend jeans and cardigan kept me plenty warm and comfortable, while the light tee and strappy sandals brought me down from cold weather heaven to the real world of summer. Another aspect that made this outfit appropriate for August and the main theme for this blog post is the color choices. Pastels are mostly seen in catalogs and department stores when flowers are blooming and the sun is starting to shine. But who says that spring is the only time to wear light shades? The mix of a flower petal pink and tiffany blue keeps the outfit looking very airy or fresh, even though there are heavier materials used. I couldn't help but put on a gold thick chain necklace to compliment the 50's business woman look to my fitted cardigan. 

Another color choice that I would love for all of you to try is the monochromatic look. Putting a lighter hue underneath a more vibrant color is a look I love! This is one of the simplest fashion looks to achieve. Most of us have multiple clothes in the same color family, so layering them should not be a problem! This can be done with a shirt and jacket as I have, or maybe a top with shorts. If you decide to go with the latter, make sure your shoes and jewelry choices are very neutral. Try this trend out during the week and let me know how it goes! Email or leave your comments below. Also, if you have any fashion questions or post requests, coco has your back! 

coco. 

light weight tee (pac sun) 

chain gold necklace (agaci)

light wash boyfriend jeans (aeo)

strappy blue heels (michelle jackson) 

coco on the go.

after purchasing these suede shorts from h&m months ago, they hung in my closet (yes i hang shorts these wrinkle easily okay) awaiting the day i would finally match them with the perfect boho outfit that made me completely blog-irresistible. then that day came and went. and then many more days came and went until i decided to put them on and experiment. as the little lace kimonos and dark band tees started piling up on my bed, i was beginning to accept these little short's defeat. raking through the hangers in my closet for the millionth time, (i am not a patient person so it literally felt that long) a glimmer of gold struck my attention. this little shimmer of hope was the golden pocket emblem stitched onto a jean ralph lauren thrift store find that had easily become one of my favs. because i was 100% done with thinking in general at this point, i decided, "what the heck?! put on the oversized jean button up and let's see if any magic happens." oh it did. there was magic everywhere in that closet. it was freaking narnia flashbacks. the lion, the witch and the coco. that was really dumb but whatever. ANYWAY i realized that i had been trying way to hard. sometimes you have to let it come simply instead of trying to pair every detail with every single piece. 

why do i love this outfit so much? first, the variety in texture gives the outfit depth, even though it is very simple. the gold that first caught my eye perfectly compliments the slight sheen in the camel colored shorts. i am wearing a fitted black tee to break up the different textures and add a nice background to the outfit. a baggy top was what i needed to offset the tightness of the pieces beneath. i like the ease this creates, so instead of a chunky necklace or dramatic earrings, i opted for neutral bracelets layered on both wrists. 

moral of the story is when you are not feeling it fashion-wise, don't push it. maybe you need the same a-ha moment that i had. maybe everyone else doesn't stress about clothes like i do and prefer to do something more productive with their wednesday afternoon. jk lol.

coco.

tone TAN fit & ready

americans strive after glowing dark skin. because it is not natural to most of us in this melting pot of a country, a tan can be hard to achieve. this brought about the countless tanning salons, spray tan machines, and endless skin care regimens to keep  from developing serious diseases from our quest for a natural radiant look. even though i have been a fan of tanning beds in the past (and still am regardless of the long list of side effects, how awful!) recently spending the money and time to get a tan is not for me. today, as the first beauty post of allthingscoco, i want to share a few sunless tanning products that i have found very effective for an everyday glowing tan.

tarte brazilliance is a "skin rejuvenating maracuja self tanner." ulta is giving this product as a free sample with any tarte purchase, as well as 5x the points on tarte right now, so perfect time to get pick up some to experiment with. (so much advertising ulta should pay me.. oh wait.) this is probably my favorite self tanner at the moment. not only does it leave your skin a beautiful deep color, it also moisturizes while doing so. the best time for me to apply is after i shower in the morning. allow to dry while doing hair or makeup and then throw on clothes and go. give the lotion 8 hours to set in before you shower, shave or exercise. you only have to do this once or twice a week to keep the warm color. 

st. tropez is a very popular sunless tanning line that has a lot of different products to try. my favorite would be the "one night only" instant glow body lotion. this product is meant to be worn for only a short period of time and washed off at the end of the day. but if you want instant color, this is the perfect choice! it also gives a nice radiance or sparkle to your skin. not enough to shine from a mile away, but just a pretty glow in the sun. every time i put this on i feel like i have beyonce worthy legs. who doesn't want to feel like they have beyonce worthy legs???

finally, for a girl on a budget, banana boat summer color is a drug store go to. it naturally adjusts to your skin tone so you will not have any orange lines or uneven color. if you would like just even skin tone, go for the light/medium color. it will not give you much of a tan, but should be used for more of a neutralizing leg makeup. if you want to go darker, then buy the shade tan/dark. one downfall of this brand is it needs to be reapplied fairly often to keep the healthy looking color. these products run about $10, which is great compared to tanning bed prices! 

if you have any sunless tanners that work for you, let me know! i always love trying new products. also, thank you for reading my first beauty post! there are plenty more where this comes from. if you have any beauty questions/ suggestions, comment or email me. until next time babes. 

coco.

cloudy with a chance of coco.

the first thing i do when i wake up is check the weather. pulling that app up on my phone helps me make a lot of decisions as i start my day. i want to be some sort of fashion forecast for you. i want my readers to know what is on the fashion horizon so you can hit the trends before they hit mainstream. here are a few things i think you should be on the lookout for:

1. matching sets- these are going to be a major hit. definitely be searching for a top and short or skirt that look identical but are separate pieces. i have been looking for the perfect matching short and top for YEARS now. not kidding. ask my sister. i have yet to find the perfect pattern or combo, but when i do, you know i will be bloggin'. 

2. banana leaves- this pattern is going to be very popular. if you don't know what this looks like, google it. it is a fabulous pattern for any piece of clothing, so find your inner jungle vibes quick. 

3. distressed knee jeans- skinny jeans that are distressed will be on the forefront for day to day comfort. you do not want rips all down the jean, just the knee being revealed. i own black skinnies and a white wash pair that i am looking forward to rocking for the warmer weather. 

4. strappy shoes- get your feet ready for the sunshine! straps that only hide only a portion of the foot are becoming very popular. find a pair of heels that only have a strap right below the toes and on the heel. sandals with a cool strappy pattern can spice up the shorts and tee look. 

those are a few styles to be hunting for on shopping trips. trust me, they are going to be all over your pinterest feed very soon. i'm giving you a heads up because my readers are fashion forward, gosh dang it! love you bunches. 

coco. 

coco on the go.

finding muse in life is such a beautiful thing. far too often people slump into the norm, feeling no sense of creativity. we all need to feel something that puts fire in our bones. i am here to make you feel that way with your closet. grabbing the same tee and jeans everyday will suffice, but not muse you into any greatness. 

want to know my muse? it changes as i do, but recently i was introduced to "free people presents." this clothing line has influenced my style for a while now, captivating my inner boho. yet, these short films created by free people have me addicted. not only are they cute stories that will make you smile in 3 or 4 minutes, they are also a fashion inspiration to no end. every video is designed with free people clothing obviously, but watching all of their creations come to life has me in the clouds. so as a warning, probably every 'coco on the go' post will have these influences (definitely not sorry). 

today brought a little rain, which is always encouraged by me. i thought this would be the best time to test my boho chic style, so here it goes. free people is all about the little details, from tiny rings to flowing lace. straight blue skinny jeans were my bottom of choice to pair with this comfortable sweater (understatement). to add my little touches, i pulled on a lace skirt underneath the oversized top. whatever works! the skirt and the sweater both are neutral tones, which compliment each other very nicely. i don't even need to talk about the booties, you are very familiar by now. another detail added was in my jewelry. a longer chain was necessary to keep the length of the outfit consistent, so my newly purchased earth & eye necklace did the trick. it is a white stone hand wrapped with copper wire by the fabulous gracen frazier. go check out her products on twitter and instagram: @earthandeye. layering rings is a well known boho trend, so of course very necessary. 

i am so excited to have found my fashion muse for these upcoming seasons! so many possibilities are ahead. if you have any ideas for my boho collection or would like to make your muse known, comment below or email me at the link in my bio. also, hit up youtube to find some "free people presents" videos. be careful or you will catch the boho bug. it spreads fast. 

coco. 

i think i am going to make this my thing. i'm still debating on it, so until i decide, here is another gif. 

stop motion. let's focus on my book bag! military green is basically a neutral in my eyes, and with my newfound boho love, i fell for this satchel all over again. 

rings on rings on rings showing off my earth & eye beauty of a necklace. 

the small lace detail below the sweater couples so nicely with the flowers on campus. a blog picture at this spot was essential. 

coco on the go.

spring has finally begun! even though the temperatures still may not be ideal, i had to break out some pieces from my highly anticipated spring wardrobe. because i am such a festive person (idk what that means myself) floral was obviously my first choice.

i recently bought this sleeveless tunic (see pics below) because the ruffle at the bottom makes me feel so girly while the mute browns and greens in the pattern don't scream feminine. the perfect balance. paired with black skinny jeans and a black wide rimmed hat because regardless of the season, black is still a staple in my closet. 

now to the shoes. i cannot get enough of these. when i saw them on the shelf in vince camuto i nearly passed out. okay, maybe not that far. but i do have a love affair with these little guys. they are booties, which makes them easily changeable from winter to spring. i picked the tan shade to match 90% of everything (thank you neutrals) and the best part? pure matte sparkle on the back half. did i say matte sparkle? yes i did! with a wide heel to walk on, i could not be more happy! this outfit, as well as myself, welcomes spring with open arms. a new season means a whole new coco. prepare yourselves! 

coco. 

the process of taking a blog picture.

look closely. do you see the back part of the booties? fabulous, right? and no, you cannot borrow them. more to come on my spring bag of choice!

floral tunic (forever 21)

tan sparkle booties (vince camuto)

tiffany blue satchel (kate spade)

beware of the beast.

when it comes to ideas, humans typically look to the animal world for muse. birds taking flight leads to man lifting off the runway. fish dive lower and lower into the sea, and submarines try to reach their depths. so on and so forth. fashion is no exception. prime example- cheetah print. another example, and the one i will be blogging about today, is fur.

when many girls think of wearing fur, they look as scared as if the animal originally wearing it was charging right at them. yet, fur can be the best winter piece if you can embrace it. what is the issue? i think the fear of picking the wrong fur keeps many from experimenting with it at all. or thinking that fur is too posh for every day. my thoughts?  life is too short not to be fabulously posh every minute of your existence. if you can be confident with your fur choices, you can be confident in life baby. let's discuss how to do so.

rule 1: vest vs jacket. a vest can be a little more subtle, so it may be better starting off with this one. you also have more freedom of choosing what to wear underneath it. layering with a flannel or jean jacket will dress down the fur and make you feel more comfortable. on the other hand, jackets make more of a statement and should be the focus of your outfit.

rule 2: colors that work. natural colors are your best bet. darker shades of brown, black, and white will be your best friends. i do not like gray furs. i think that is more personal preference than a law of fashion, so if you think you can make gray work, go for it! but i am not a fan. my latest fur purchase is a blush pink fur jacket (as you can see below) and that color really works for me. it's outside of the box and fills my pink needs. but outside of a light (and i mean light) shade of pink, i would not venture into color. that is when it starts getting tacky and a bit scary, to be honest.  if you are questioning the color, do not purchase it. fur is already a scary fashion subject, as we have established, so if you are no sure about the color, you will not be confident about the fur itself. that leads us to number 3.

rule 3: complete the look.  a black sweater will work perfectly paired with either vest or jacket, but that is playing it safe. challenge yourself to pick a patterned tee to layer with it. just make sure the patterns stay neutral and stay small. i prefer the extra glamour (not shocking) and have an all sequins  navy blouse that pairs very nicely with my brown vest. fur makes the top of the outfit heavy, so keep the bottom simple. black skinny jeans or a straight maxi skirt can do the trick. details, details, details. i cannot say that enough. yes fur is a statement, but add a few rings, layer simple necklaces, or wear a funky shoe- that can change your fur game. turquoise is a personal fav of mine that compliments furs very nicely.

fur can be tricky, i totally understand. remember the rules, but also have fun with it. i encourage you to try your own variations. put your style to use and show me how you do fur. if you take anything from this post, take this: wear the fur, do not let the fur wear you.

coco.

 first of all, that wall though. 

here is my new fur obsession. go check out metaphorboutique.com. they even have outfit ideas to go along with their products. super cute stuff. i paired it with a half black shirt that has a bit of higher collar and a oxblood floral pattern stitched into it. i love the way the light blue complements the pink shades. the blush in the fur stays within the color family of the top, which keeps the outfit flowing. black tights and chunky wedges to top it all off. oh and a carmel brûlée latte. thank you starbucks. 

blush fur jacket (metaphor boutique)

floral half top (forever 21)

kylie skater skirt (pac sun)