Whenever I pack for LA, it reminds me of how much I appreciate casual west coast style – and how much I miss weekends walking down to the beach or strolling Abbot Kinney where I used to live. Well, today, I’m hoppin’ a flight to my former city, and day dreaming about the contents of [...]
I remember when I first heard that Baz Lurhmann was recreating The Great Gatsby for the big screen – I was beyond excited. First of, the man is a visual genius, so you know that no matter what it’s going to be a spectacular overdose of glamour – from the sets to the costuming. As if [...]
Kayla I can’t wait for this movie to come out. I feel like I’ve been stalking images of it forever! Perfect excuse for a girls night and dressing as glam as possible. Bring on the sequins!
Two Thirty~Five Designs I die……this is just all beyond fabulous.
major fan of Baz, and all of his work! Seems like we all have been waiting on this movie for years!
Jamie I love this era! I can’t wait to see this movie! Great post 
xo,
Jamie
Ivana @ Macarons and Pearls I’ve been waiting for this premiere for ages: I am SO excited! I totally agree with you: Baz Luhrmann is a genius, and Moulin Rouge is still one of my favorite movies ever! I’m loving your Gatsby-inspired outfit!
xx Ivana
Macarons and Pearls
Sinem I am in love with the dress that is what I need for my friends wedding!
Victoria Oh my gosh I actually doubt I’ve ever been so excited for a movie release. It’s just perfect: the soundtrack, the clothes, the actors…can’t wait!
And I’m avidly awaiting for that Vogue cover.
Franki Gorgeous selections!! franki
silvia Oh my , I so excited for a movie release. All perfect: the soundtrack, the clothes, the actors…all!
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Silvia
I’ve been looking for something to add a little kick to my style inspiration lately, and I think I found it in the Filles a Papa spring collection… Flannel paired with sequins? What more could this Seattle girl want? Loving it with the black denim too… since I live in my black skinny jeans. I [...]
Sincerely Sammie I like how they mixed metallic with different fabrics. These pieces would be awesome to wear for a night out with the girls!
Franki I’ve been wild about metallics for some time….how fun!! franki
Laura Ann Daly Serioulsy loving those neon sequins! You are so on point with some amazing trends!! Love!
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Alexa Eeek LOVING that silvery dress!
Juliane at Modern Mural Fun! I completely agree: sequins and sweats to stay at home sounds lovely. The vest would be my first pick for a night out with my favorite skinny jeans and heels.
Tiffany D'Souza Wow loving this trend! I love how they have mixed different fabrics with the metallic look.
Dyanna Littke I could definitely see you in that plaid/sequin number without a doubt:) Love the new blog layout- your esthetic stands out completely…
Athena Ben Really interesting pieces!
xx, A!
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Andi of My Beautiful Adventures OMG I love it!
Shopgirls Boutique Love love love! How wicked are all of these especially that blazer?!
mikky Those pants are crazy cool!
mikky
http://www.todaloos.com
Spring is finally here, and it’s time to go to work on the wardrobe, kids. I don’t know about you, but I’ve got big ambitions for this season. The next few months are already booked with lots of weekend trips to sunnier destinations, so it was simply serendipitous that Banana Republic and I teamed up a few [...]
Naomi A Love that beach hat!
Kacie You did a great job editing! =) Love the looks. I need those polka dot pants!
Kacie
Cassandra LaValle Post author haha – you’re too nice. i think i need a workshop from you, but yes on those pants!! you DO need them – you’d rock them with your little (post baby) figure!
YOLONDA LOVE THESE PIECES…SO NOT NEUTRAL!
♥, LONDA
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Cassandra LaValle Post author THANK YOU!!! <3
Julieann Of course you are rocking these clothes but even more I love how much FUN you are having doing it! It is nice to see a grouping that is affordable and selections everyone can wear daily! Nice work girlie!
Mary Cute! Are the sunglasses from BR too?!
Cassandra LaValle Post author they are, but i don’t see them up yet on the site – i’m hoping they’ll be available again soon! or you can check in stores…
Splendid Market The pants are so fun, love them with the heels, must make a visit to BR.
Mikky Great hat!
mikky
http://www.todaloos.com
Sinem Amazing necklace selections, great combinations! You look beautiful!
Tiffany D'Souza Loving both outfits! So simple and chic. Where can I get those sunglasses?
Cassandra LaValle Post author Hi Tiffany! I’m not sure if the sunglasses are coming available,or are maybe in stores now, but they are by Banana as well!
Katie O'Keefe I absolutely love your first bold necklace! So perfect. Thanks for sharing
DonnaG Do I spy the Coronado Hotel?
Bon Bon simply gorgeous! love that beachy weather! xoxo
Carly Krause I love your blog and these outfits!! I was wondering, where did you purchase the gold necklace you are wearing in your second outfit? Thanks!
Cassandra LaValle Post author Hi Carly! Every piece is Banana Republic – i just don’t have a link for the necklace, but it may be available in stores!
It’s been a while since I had a summer full of weddings to plan for, but this year – out of the blue – there they were. Five of ‘em. Luckily, I’m a bridesmaid in one of them, which narrows down the dresses required down to four. Sure, I’ve got a couple fun little frocks [...]
Ivy Lane i LOVE the last dress!
Chloe @Ergo-Blog I have two weddings in the next month and luckily one I’m a bridesmaid for! The wedding in May I want a long & flowy dress too. Hopefully the weather will be warm by then too!! =)
Molly {Dreams in HD} loving that last dress!
wedding in wine country sounds like a good excuse for a vacation
Tiffany D'Souza I’d have to say the cap sleeve dress is more my style. It’s timeless, it’s a neutral colour, so really any other colour can be paired with it and it’s elegant for a lovely, simple summer wedding.
Jessica Ferron That beautiful belted dress is by Alma Aguilar!
Cassandra LaValle Post author THANK YOU!! i’ve been wondering who the designer was!
The crazy thing about new year’s resolutions is that once you start coming up with them, it’s pretty hard to stop. After having so much fun with our holiday outfitting posts, I think I’m going to try and make at least one of those a month. Which means it’s time to come up with some [...]
vintage market place I love print on print!
It is hard to do but when it is done right it is fabulous!!
Happy New year
Amy
Kayla Print on print is something I am dying to get better at. I just tend to not like it once it’s on. Time to force myself outta the box.
Bettina Love print on print. It can be hard to achieve, but it’s totally worth it!
Holly Blalock Print on print … love it in home decor, but on me … well … I’m afraid to do it.
Mia I love this! I too have been trying to push the limits on print mixing! My latest post featured my leopard on leopard prints! Risky but fun!!
Donna Khoo Too scared to do print on print…I will let the animal inside of me roar instead
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Diana I love your idea of monthly outfits and your risk taking on fashion! That was one of my new year’s goals…take a risky edge with my looks. Can’t wait to see what’s In store!
wmbg i live for print on print. what a statement you could make, excited to see what you come up with. your inspiration pictures are stripes on stripes, dots on dots, animal on animal. if the colors worked, i would mix those, pairing stripes with dots or animal with stripes. it’s fun, it’s colorful, it’s whimsical.
Franki Count me in as a “print on print” person…it’s all about the blend, I think!! franki
Elaine Wow. Print on print looks amazing on these photos. Although it is true that it’s hard to create such a great set. Some people just exaggerate and make huge mess, not stylization.
Lejla This looks so so cool.
Coulda shoulda woulda One print is enough, there is too much of a good thing…
Megan I am terrified to dress print on print!
The few times that I’ve gotten all dolled up for New Year’s Eve, it’s always been black black black. It’s classy, it’s sophisticated, it’s easy…and I’m tired of it. So this year, I’ve got a little number that packs some serious punch… Forget pretty – I want edgy. Give me some serious shoulders and hip-hugging [...]
tinacious me Love the dress! You look amazing!
xo, Tina
http://www.Tinacious.Me
Emily | Sparkle Meets Pop What a great look! It seems like black is easier to wear for whatever reason, but this look is inspiration enough to change my mind.
Ivy Lane Very nice! Happy New Year!
Kimberly @ Vintage Modern I am absolutely loving this look!
B. in the Know Oh my gosh – you look stunning! Way to step out of your norm and this is the perfect dress to do it with! I hope you have a fabulous NYE!!
Much love,
B
Bekah Stunning! Like Serena Van der Woodsen stunning. Out of the (black) box, but still classy with a bit of edge.
Do we get a hair tutorial, too? B/c I’m loving that look but have no clue how to pull it off.
Chloe Moon Happy New Year!!! Your dress is so pretty! I have the same problem, always picking black…not this new year! I want to try colors!!! =) Very inspirational photo shoot!
Callie Grayson That last photo of you is fabulous!
I too have tired of the little black dress. For my holiday party this year I wore a gold dress and it was a huge hit, quite the venture for me. but I look forward to more adventurous dress wearing in the future. Thanks for the links to purchase new dresses.
Xx
Callie
Drew @ Catfish & Caviar Such a fabulous dress! I am going with the black this year but next I will opt for some bright fun color!
AJ Rogers You are fabulousity!!
Tibs Fun & fabulous – that’s how it should be for the New Year party!
Just bought some new lipsticks…http://shoptravelfood.blogspot.fi/2012/12/raspberry-miracle.html
Donna You look amazing and I can’t wait to put my heels on and enoy New Year’s Eve (one slight problem though – two kids in toe)!!!
carolina - patagonia gifts Hey Cassandra, I’m absolutely with you. This year I’m wearing an ivory color dress, with lace and pleated skirt. No black this year! wishing you a wonderful new year 2013, darling! xo Caroline
Inge - Simply Fabulous Chic Cassandra, you look absolutely stunning in that cool dress! And you’re absolutely right! I will wear a bronze colored dress full with sequins. You can’t glitter too much on New Year’s Eve, right? 
Have a great and sparkling 2013!!
Inge x
Franki GOOD FOR YOU!!! franki
Tobi You are absolutely gorgeous and adorable! I love seeing your beautiful and fashionable photos and especially your amazing smile! It is great to see you so happy and inspired.
Can’t wait to see more great things from you in 2013. It seems like you are on a roll and I know next year will be your best year yet!
Wishing you many blessings, much happiness and loads of prosperity in 2013 my friend!! I hope to see you soon.
xoxo, Tobi
Jamie Herzlinger Best wishes for a Happy New Year! You look gorgeous
Regards, Jamie
Apollina Wow you look beautiful! Happy New Years! xoxo
Yana That dress is really awesome! You are right it looks a bit edgy, but it’s glamorous and it shows off your curves. Really nice outfit.
Diana That dress is amazing, and you look stunning in it! I went with white for New Year’s Eve too and I stood out form everyone. It’s my favorite color to wear! Hope you had a great night!
Desiree {CHIC COASTAL LIVING} Cassandra! You look beautiful in these pictures!! God bless you! XOXOXO
katie kate you look amazing! love the dress. would kill for the hair!
life is in the details. style accordingly.
You picked a great weekend to hit LA! It’s been sort of blah all week (rain and wind…not to mention fires) but this weekend looks like it is going to be gorgeous! (Last weekend was terrible). Hope you have a great trip!
Love the round-up, especially that wonderful tote! I just moved to San Diego from New York and am in the process of editing my closet to look a little more SoCal. Tote bags and chambray have actually been two of my first purchases since moving!
I talk a bit about the sartorial transition here: http://mysocaldlife.com/inspired-by-california-fashion/
and here:
http://mysocaldlife.com/madewell-san-diego-opening/
That is a very cute LA friendly outfit! Reminds me of Miami a bit
Ms. LA Rocker!! franki
such a perfect outfit for LA!
LOVE that romper!
Love the chevron clutch.
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All is divine except that romper/jumpsuit.
I seriously need that romper… I don’t know why but I’m a total sucker for them. I hope they never go out of style!
Kacie
What a fabulous look!