Slouchy

Lightweight cardi from Rome, White pocket tank from LA fashion district, Tart leggings, Slouchy beanie from Etsy here, Steven Madden riding boots

While our fall in Cali hasn't been too cool (hey it drizzled a few days ago, in the middle of the night...) I have succumbed to warm weather clothes. While I am not yet able to wear any coats, I'll settle for an array of cardigans and slouchy knits. I'm not too much of a "hat girl," but I am in love with my new slouchy beanie. I came upon it while searching through Etsy one day, and now I want one in every color possible. They're just perfect for those days where you don't want to do a thing to your hair, and even cuter when you add some chunky curls.

I've also become quite attached to this tissue-thin cardi my mom brought me back from a random shop in Rome. It's slouchy, thin, cozy, and goes with absolutely everything. I'm not ashamed to say I've worn it 4 days out of this week :). I was thinking about it, and I think I've come to the conclusion that my favorite thing to wear is a cozy sweater, hands down. How about you?

Chaaaaanel

Chanel silver necklace, Forever 21 chunky gold necklace, Slouchy black tank from LA fashion district, Zara sweater with fur trim

Sorry for more Iphone picks, but the boy was gone for a week and that means no pretty shots. He's back now - so that of course means more outfits posts coming up! How have you all been? Is anyone excited for Thanksgiving or Christmas yet? I sure am... because Christmas means vacation! It also means lots of shopping to reward myself for this killer semester of torture.

So, here if the gift my Mama brought me from Rome - kind of hard to see but it's a silver Chanel chain necklace with C-H-A-N-E-L spelled out. It doubles as a belt and when wrapped several times around, a bracelet. Gotta love the saleslady who talked my mom into this one :) I mixed it with a chunky faux-gold necklace from Forever 21, and I actually think it looks pretty awesome. High-low at it's finest, people.

Life via... Iphone

My sincerest apologies for the lack in posts. Law school is really cramping my style - both figuratively and actually. To compensate here are some pics captured via Iphone from the last few weeks. Besides studying, outlining, reading and stressing I have filled the little time I have with sleep and the occasional trip to Zara. When I'm a successful rich lawyer and this economy bounces back, I'm investing in Zara, for sure. First two shots are an outfit I wore to hang out with some friends a few weeks back - I'm really into mundane colors lately (perhaps a reflection of my mood?) Forever 21 army green jacket, Zara tee, American Apparel skirt, Zara motorcycle boots.

Shot on the left was from a recent trip to Zara in Santa Monica. Love, love, loved this vest - but couldn't justify spending $90 bucks on it considering I would probably have only worn it once. On the right, the lovely commute to school coming from the westside down La Cienega. Honestly, I believe with time, traffic can drive you clinically insane. Bottom left, Buddy sleeping on my bed since the boy is away on a duck hunting trip (don't ask, but apparently there are duck hunting clubs where girls aren't allowed, ever). Last pic on the right is a lovely gift my mommy brought me back from Rome. It's an amazing necklace which can also be made into a belt or bracelet. Can't wait to debut it on the blog soon!

Fall

Forever 21 flannel, Skirt from the LA fashion district, Zara motorcycle boots

So it was close to a hundred degrees yesterday and today hasn't hit 70. Earthquake weather? I'm hoping and praying it stays cool so I can start wearing tights along with all the faux fur I've acquired in the past few months. If not, those sad pieces will just get tucked into my closet for next year because before we know it, it will be spring again. Sometimes I do wish I lived where there were real seasons.

I'm in love with this flannel I picked up at Forever 21 last week for just $20 bucks. It comes in a deep purple too and I'm thinking I might have to go and swoop it up before it disappears forever - because we all know how fast their turnover is. It's like budget Isabel Marant! Speaking of which, my mom was so kind as to call me today and let me know she was strolling around Paris. I am so jealous - I told her that she needs to go to the Isabel Marant store and pick me up something, anything. Gosh, fall in Paris must be so beautiful right about now...

Swing

Zara top, tank, jeans and boots, handmade rutilated quartz necklace

I don't know what's been up with me this week but I've definitely been a bit of an airhead. Forgetting my computer, reading the wrong assignments, tearing up when I hear the randomest songs on the radio... I liken it to being on a shopping freeze, my parents leaving for Europe for two weeks (just dropped them off at LAX to head to Amsterdam) and the pressures of law school. This weekend shall be filled with a memo, outlining, and reading. But tonight - tonight I will have some fun. Going to see "New York, I love you," hopefully having a beer or two, and forgetting I'm a law student for a few hours...

Now on to the outfit. This ensemble alone proves my die-hard loyalty to Zara. Isn't it sad that the entire thing was bought there? While it lacks creativity, I must say that I adore it. Zara can do no wrong in my eyes. This bat-wing top might be my favorite purchase from the chain, since I know I will have it for years and years - it's just that pretty. I feel very Nicole Richie in it :)

P.S. Check out my feature on Lemondrop here!

Back with a Winner!

Ahhhh! So sorry for my absence this past week...but law school is kicking this poor fashionista's butt. Back to outfit posts this week - promise! I am getting uber excited for the rain that is predicted because as I am sure you all know, I am dying to wear my fall clothes! Flannels, leggings, riding boots, chunky scarves, faux fur...it all sounds so magical, no?

Speaking of which - how cute is this ensemble that JB is rocking? I'm usually not much of a fan of this chicky's style but I love how chic she looks here with the unexpected pastel green scarf. And speaking of scarves - I used random.org to pick the winner of my Chickdowntown giveaway and the winner is Diabolina! Yay! Email me your info at thestylerules@gmail.com and we will get the scarf out to you asap. Thank you all for entering, love ya! xo

Blaze

Blazer and white tank from LA fashion district, Current Elliott shorts, Zara studded flats

I won't lie, it took me quite a white to come around and actually buy a blazer. I know it can be paired with just about anything from jeans to a skirt to a dress - but I had just never found the perfect one. I wanted one that was chic, but casual. I found the perfect fit in this grey blazer from Soho in the LA fashion district last weekend. Once the weather cools down I can't wait to wear it with skirts and tights - but for now, my Current Elliott shorts will have to do.

I also can't wait til I can get more use out of this amazing flats. I'm not too big of a flats girl - I prefer wedges or boots or sandals - but when I saw these at the Zara in NYC last March (50% on sale no less!) I knew I had to scoop them up. I love how fiercely dangerous the studs look, and how they add the perfect amount of edge to the girliest of outfits.

PS. Don't forget to enter my Chickdowntown giveaway! There are only 16 entries so far!