Seattle Style: One Top, Two Ways

Over the Spring Break, I took two and a half days off to visit Seattle with my parents just to venture, shop, eat, and of course take pictures! While I have a Seattle Photo Diary in the works as well, I thought I might as well split it up into two posts and create a Seattle Outfit Diary too. So, hope you enjoy these two outfits that I packed for my brief visit.

PS. Sorry for the bad quality!!

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coffee shop classic

I spent this weekend in Seattle, hence I couldn't update as much blogging done as I wanted to despite having pictures already pre-taken. Anyways, I will upload a Seattle Photo Diary, as well as a double outfit entry pretty soon, but for now a simple outfit entry I took two days before my trip will just have to do.

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rainy pale blues

Happy Thanksgiving weekend! To celebrate my weekend, I literally did nothing but eat, sleep, procrastinate, and work on a secret project, ooooh! That's why I haven't been updating as much, to be honest, but basically Friday was picture day, aka the most useless and hardest day to dress for ever. Like seriously, it's hard enough to pick a nice outfit, now I gotta know what looks nice just above my stomach? And I only get one shot at a nice picture? I'm done. At least the rest of the day was a good kick-off to the weekend, consisting of binge eating and binge watching. Yay!

Like mentioned, Picture Day is almost impossible to dress for. So this year, I tried to go with my gut instinct and just went for a simple look instead of something too intricate. I wore a basic striped tank top, and paired it with a pale pink blazer (although, not gonna lie, I replaced it with a dark grey cardigan for the photo, just for a simpler look). I accessorized with just a simple jewel necklace (since that's all you'll see), and paired it with basic boyfriend jeans and ankle booties.

Close up of jewelry overload, woot.

I truly believe that every girl should own a pair of boyfriend jeans. They're super cute, and can fit any style that one has. It can be paired with a sporty outfit, trendy outfit, dark outfit, anything! And, since they're so loose, it's perfect for hiding food babies (I'm sure I've mentioned this before). Boyfriend jeans are life.

OUTFIT INFO: 

Pink blazer: Aritzia (x)
Striped shirt: Aritzia (similar)
Necklace: Topshop
Boyfriend jeans; Zara (x)
Ankle boots; Topshop (similar)

vertigo

Yesterday was nothing but go, go go, requiring me to wear flats so my feet don't cry. While classes were really chill, during my free block I went to Metrotown to help a friend deliver resumes and then have some Greek food (mmm, I can still taste the pita bread). I got home around 5, and had to rapidly finish my English before I rushed off to watch a play for Theatre Crit (it was an interpretation of The Rime of the Ancienct Mariner). The play was fantastic (and the lead looked and acted perfectly), and by the time I got back, I could barely keep my eyes open. Bliss.

Knowing I had a long day ahead of me, I only had two things in mind: layers and comfort. For comfort, I went for my classic pair of blue skinny jeans (rolled up, to make it sleeker), and black flats. To make the look a bit edgier, I wore my leather-sleeved military jacket, as well as my black and white spotted crop top. Lastly, I'm addicted to warm circle scarves and just had to add my cream one for a light touch to the outfit.

These flats are cute as heck but absolutely kill my feet. Thank god, I've had enough practice with shoes that make my feet bleed.

 Quick picture of the sky after our shoot. It was absolutely stunning, I couldn't resist.

My attempt at making different poses. Ooh, fun (yeah I should never try to make a pose other than a straight face ever again).

OUTFIT INFO:

Spotted shirt: Topshop (x)
Military jacket: Aritzia (x)
Circle scarf: I don't remember (similar)
Crystal necklace: Urban Outfitters (x)
Skinny jeans: American Eagle (x)
Black flats: Aldo (x)

where's waldo

If these photos look messier or more rushed than usual, it's because it was (although 99% of my photos are rushed). I'm not a morning person, or a Monday person, so yesterday morning was particularly hard on me, especially since Day 1's are my academic days (sigh). Although, a highlight, and the reason I was rushed, was that afterschool I took it upon myself to treat myself to a movie I've been dying to see: The Skeleton Twins! I uploaded my review last night, so there are my thoughts on it in detail, but basically I adored it, and I love love love Kristen Wiig and Bill Hader! Sadly, all good things come to an end, as when I returned from a nice solo film trip, I was welcomed home with Chemistry, Physics, and English homework. Oh, sigh.

It is now the second week of school, which is my cue to try and step up my game on what I'm wearing! I'm a believer in wearing whatever I feel like, no matter the occasion, so I tend to like to dress up for school (especially after the first week is over. I agree with many beauty gurus when they say that the first week everyone tries their best. After that, people start to relax, which is the best time to amp it up). Although, while I wanted to look nice, it is Monday, and I did know I was going to be chowing down on buttery popcorn afterschool, so I wore my loose and comfy boyfriend jeans. Originally, I was going for a grungier look, and I paired my red striped shirt with a flannel around the waist, but last minute decided to look more put together, and just simply did that by wearing my ankle booties. I went really minimal with the jewelry, and as much as I'd like to have a smart explanation to why I did that, it's simply just because I was running late this morning.

Two perfect examples of classic wardrobe pieces: the striped shirt and short necklaces. Do not let fashion magazines and other people bring you down: stripes are life. Don't listen to the haters that say it makes you look larger: the key is in the fit! As for short necklaces, the layering opportunities are endless, and they're so delicate you can pair them with any outfit.

I spent this summer on a wild hunt for the perfect pair of boyfriend jeans. I'm shorter and not really on the thin side, so this was like Mission Impossible for me. Luckily I stumbled upon these at Zara and fell in love. I never thought I'd wear any other jeans except for skinnies, but now I see what I've been missing out on. Now all I need is the actual boyfriend to go with the boyfriend jeans.

These boots look like they're on the verge of death but that just means I really love them (we all show affection in different ways).

OUTFIT INFO: 

Striped shirt: Topshop (similar)
Necklaces: Topshop
Flannel: TNA / Aritzia (similar)
Watch: American Apparel (x)
Boyfriend jeans: Zara (x)
Ankle boots: Topshop (similar)

batter up

The weekend is here and I am filled with cheer (seriously, why am I not a songwriter)! I got to rest up after a week of sleeping at 2 and waking up at 6:45, and I finally do not feel like zombie in the morning. To add to that, I met up with my friend, Grace, who, even though I saw her almost every day in the summer, I was quite glad to see since we don't go to the same school. She helped me catch up on shoots (as well as she might help me on a surprise project tomorrow. Exciting!), and then we talked about classes and school and anything that came to mind over some Starbucks before she had her volunteer. Once she left, I went downtown to meet up with my parents. My mom had some extra Bay points, resulting in $110 off at Topshop (godbless)! Needless to say, I spent the rest of the day shopping. After a few hours of browsing and buying, I made my way on home. As of right now, I am ending off my Saturday in the best way possible: by watching the season premier of SNL hosted by Chris Pratt. Aaaaah, I'm hooked on a feeling... 

Shopping days are one of the hardest things to dress for. On one hand, you want to look nice since you're going to a nice store, and there's just this constant need to look to impress at a nice store. But on the other hand, you're just going to keep on changing in and out of those clothes. I did my best to accommodate to both needs with this look. There's nothing easier to slip on than a shirt and jeans. I went with a classic baseball tee (my latest obsession), and just went really minimal with the jewelry, since I didn't want a huge hassle while changing. I rolled up my skinny jeans to make my look more polished, and wore ankle booties to accentuate the polished effect. Finally, I tied a flannel around my waist, simply because one can never go wrong with flannel.

 I cannot seem to get my shirt in place. Oh well. Like shirt, like owner.

I will never stop tying flannel around my waist. There's something so effortless yet put together about that look that I adore. Sad news though, I will have to retire these jeans as it's on the verge of dying and ripping everywhere. Good news: I got two new pairs in dark blue and black! Yes!

Also, while we're talking about retiring and buying new items, I got myself a new pair of black ankle booties! Do not fret, I am not retiring these as these booties are no longer shoes to me, but like a close, dear friend. I am, however, just adding a new pair to the family. I need black boots that are fresh, and clean, and don't look like they've been stepped on a thousand times.

OUTFIT INFO: 

Baseball Tee: Aritzia (x)
Crystal Necklace: Urban Outfitters (x)
Red Flannel: TNA/ Aritzia (similar)
Jeans: American Eagle (x)
Skull Bracelet: Brandy Melville (similar)
Watch: American Apparel (x)
Ankle Booties: Topshop (similar)

speckled mind

Last day of school is here, YEEES! While I am happy to be back, it's obviously a good feeling to have the weekend again, and to have nothing to do. Fortunately, I ended the week off with my favourite of my two-days (aka how my school works: Day 1/ Day 2), Day 2. I opened up the day with Acting, where we had to build a bridge out of newspapers and tape (I think I've found my calling as a terrible architect), and we (surprisingly) succeeded in building our bridge, but we mostly just laughed at our hideous tape monster. Next was Sociology, and we had a long and interesting debate on different stereotypes and how they were True or False. I can gladly predict this will be my favourite class, possibly of all-time. After lunch was math, and I can't really say anything too kind about quadratic formulas. I ended off with a fortunate Free Block, spent going to Starbucks and seeing past graduates. By the time it was time to go home, it was pouring (and I mean pouring) rain, so I just spent some time relaxing at home, with a cup of tea and two good friends.

Like I mentioned, it was pouring rain. Hence, I was unable to take these outfit pics yesterday and had to take them this (Saturday) morning. It was so bad, the entire front of my pants were completely soaked (I actually looked like I was wearing two different pairs of jeans). Anyways, I knew in the morning before school that it would be rainy, so I decided to dress casual and a bit warmer. I wore my simple grey jeans that I rarely wear, and went with a classic grey shirt. The real winner of this outfit, is the knit speckled cardigan I'm wearing, which is actually a birthday gift from last year! I wore a circle scarf (my fall essential aside from ankle booties and military jackets), and to make the outfit more interesting, I wore my long crystal necklace underneath. Lastly, knowing it was gonna rain, I just wore my comfy and durable riding boots.

 Words can't explain how soft and warm this sweater is, my god.

I just found out this morning one of the zippers on the boot is slightly broken. Boo. Now I have to get it fixed, sigh.

OUTFIT INFO: 

Cardigan: Birthday gift (Forever 21, I think)
Shirt: Oak + Fort (x)
Circle Scarf: Forgot (similar)
Crystal Necklace: Urban Outfitters (x)
Grey Jeans: Hot Topic (I think) (similar)
Boots: Mom's closet (similar) (similar)