It's hot, hot, HOT in California right now and so I want to wear the rest of my "end of summer" as a form of survival and to enjoy the last chances I get to wear some of my favorite pieces. Here is my "ode to summer" outfit of the day, from Anthropologie. Linens, silks, loose shapes, and waves...

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 Clare V. Dotty Pouch  So as you might have guessed from all my "Outfits of the Day" posts, I LOVE Anthropologie. However, a girl can't spend her entire paycheck on pretty, shiny things. I mean, I could, but that's not a very adult thing to do. So I like to do the occasional "Anthro Hack"-a DIY project that...

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My favorite place I've stayed in Charleston (other than for free at very special, private abodes...aka: with friends) is a charming bed and breakfast in historic downtown off of Queen Street. The location is beyond perfect! Take a short walk down the cobblestone streets to King's Street shopping or Saturday's farmer's market, my favorite bookstore, or all the...

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Your vibrant clothes don't just have to live in your summer wardrobe! With California's up and down hot and cold weather and the tiny living spaces our clothes have to work that much harder to justify that space they take up. Here are a few tips and tricks for transitioning colorful summer clothes to fall. Summer Piece(s): Colorful...

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