Sheer Pleasure

I am obsessed with all things sheer. I died when when Gwen Stefani wore this sheer jumpsuit. I first saw the pictures back in April; I loved it so much then and still think it's great. Lea Michelle just wore a sheer dress to an event this month. The hotpants/long maxi dress together is so much fun, I cannot get enough.

I haven't found a dress like any of these but have been doing a lot of sheet blouses with a cute bra underneath. It is the easy(cheap) version of this trend.

Gwen in Stella McCartney

Lea Michelle in Zimmerman

Ditaaaaa in Jean Paul Gaultier

Naomie Harris in Marios Schwab

Gucci

Tracy Reece

  

Even Marc Jacob is on trend!

I look ridiculous in this picture. It was after Buster's show in NC, wearing his vest.

Top from Wasteland, bra from Forever 21, leggings from Target

Wardrobe Recap

More from work...ignore the weird faces.

Vintage blouse, BCG jeans, Dolce Vita heels

BCBG blazer, Forever 21 blouse, Levi's Jeans, Mia heels

Pendleton blazer, Forever 21 top, Gap jeans, Mia heels

Forever 21 dress, Jessica Simpson heels

Gypsy Treasures blouse, Forever 21 leggings, Aldo wedges

  

Forever 21 blouse, BCBG blazer, no name jeans

Yard sale blouse, Banana Republic pencil skirt

Wardrobe Recap

I've been able to wear some fun outfits to work now that I am in LA. I started taking pictures of them, mostly to send to my mother! Recently she has given me some of her old 'career-woman' pieces from the 80's as well as Dinda's. Plus I borrow her shoes all the time so I show her they are being put to good use! Here is a quick recap of some of my favorites....

Vintage blouse, Just Cavalli skirt, (mom's) Mia shoes

(mom's) Vintage blouse, Gap jumper, Bebe tights, vintage spectator flats

Dinda's vintage dress!!!!!!, Mia shoes

(I can't even begin to tell you how much I love this dress. It fits perfectly and when I wear it, I can't help but wonder what she was doing when she'd wear it decades ago.)

Forever 21 sweater, Gap blouse, vintage Levi jeans, vintage spectator flats

Shopping in LA? Nobody shops in LA.

I was super lazy today and slept in after a long Friday night out. This afternoon I finally got some motivation to get out of the house. I went down to Melrose Ave and had a great afternoon. The last time I shopped on Melrose was in high school. I called in sick to work at Cold Stone Creamery so my girlfriend Jennifer and I could drive up from Huntington Beach to look for vintage prom dresses. :)

My first stop was an antique store I had driven by recently and it caught my attention. Of course I'm still on the hunt for milk glass and other great finds for my new place! Early California Antiques wasn't what I expected but wonderful all the same! The store is filled from floor to ceiling with treasures from an era as described in the store name. They didn't have any milk glass but beautiful wood work, wrought iron and upholstered pieces in perfect condition, amazing paintings and so much more. Also the outside has some awesome artwork!

Next stop was Wasteland were I shopped and lusted for hours. They have new/used clothing and shoes. The store carries great vintage and designer brands at bargain prices if used. There are some great clothing brands with new clothes and most are reasonably priced. Of course there were tons of great shoes that broke my heart since I was only allowed to look at them (and maybe try them on). I scored two useroo blouses, pair of jeans and a skirt. I know I'll be heading back there again soon!!!

Unfortunately all my photos are blurry from the shop.

Its probably because I was too excited and didn't want to waste time taking photos!