May This May Go By Fast..

Okay, so, there's no question about it. I've been an absolute horrible blogger over the past, well, nine months. I so badly wish that my time could be spent blogging, photographing, and Photoshopping. Buuuut, it's not. Though I only work and go to school half-time, I find myself somehow needing more hours in the day to get things done. It's ridiculous, really. Needless to say, summer is being welcomed with arms wide open from me!
As for the outfit: I love it. I have, for some reason, been obsessed with all things hippy-ish lately. I love it! All I want to do is live near the beach and get a rad tan. Free People has been a huge inspiration for this outfit. Their looks are so simple yet awesome. I'm also really into flared jeans right now. I'm hoping to buy a pair from work soon. Fingers crossed that I'll find a good pair! Oh, and these shoes. I'm dying over them.
Anywayyyyy.. to whoever is reading this, I shall be returning to the blog-universe in the near future.
Enjoy the outfit!

-A

• Girl By Band of Outsiders top; Current/Elliott flared jeans; Jeffrey Campbell Lita shoes; Proenza bag; Illesteva sunglasses

Blousy, not Mousy

I could make so many excuses as to why I've neglected this blog for so long, one of them being that I have to manage another blog for an English class I'm taking (which is not as fun as this).
I can't believe that the last time I posted an outfit was before Christmas! Gosh..
So much has been going on, that time is flying by. I'm quite surprised, actually, because winter months are always the shortest, and here March is nearly here!
Anyway, here's a little outfit. I've been super into blouses lately. They're just so easy to throw on with a pair of skinny leg trousers, or a cute skirt.

Hope you're all well!
-A

• Sandro blouse; J Brand (I think) denim; Stella McCartney studded ankle boots; Chloé tote; The Row sunglasses

In Her Shoes

Okay, guys, let's get this one thing straight: my mom is a total babe. 

Along with being super adorable, she has awesome taste in clothes! Over Thanksgiving break, I was in the kitchen with her and all of a sudden realized that she's like, 20 times more trendy than I am. I love it.

She loves drap-ey sweaters, chunky necklaces, skinny jeans, and most of all...HEELS. 

With that being said, she's also an amazing mom, and my ultimate best friend. I can't wait to go home and spend countless hours watching girly movies, shopping, and doing crafty things.

Hugs and air kisses (because it's cold season)!

-A

• Alexander Wang t-shirt; Hudson jeans; DKNY sweater; Anthropologie necklace; Jeffrey Campbell wedges; Marc by Marc Jacobs hobo bag

Baby It's Cold Outside

I've clearly been gone for a while in the world of Blogger. My life has been all-consumed with school, homework, working (which is making coffee for people, which is far too enjoyable to be called work), and sleeping. I need more of the sleeping in my life. 

Soon, though! I have exactly 11 days left in the semester. 

Oh, how I want those days to fly by! But alas, when we want things to come fast, they tend to come slow. So I'm trying to distract myself by enjoying the final moments of the semester. 

That being said, I've taken it upon myself to enjoy all things fallish and festive; these things may or may not include lattés (I tried a superb Pumpkin one today), walks around campus in the overcast weather, listening to sweet-sounding music (The Civil Wars as of late), and wearing cozy things... 

I have to say, shorts with tights have a special place in my heart. They're like, kind of amazing. Especially with a good pair of shorts (I prefer my Levi's from Urban Outfitters that I got for $5 last year). Wow, lots of parenthese-worthy things to talk about today, eh?

Anyway, I love good winter clothes. I also need more of them. Ha! 

Until next time, 

-A

• 3.1 Philip Lim sweater; Levi's shorts; Sestriere tights; Jeffrey Campbell heels (also seen here); Proenza Schouler bag <3

There's a Bucket in My Bag

Hellooooo, all!

I'm officially a college student, and it's officially as hot as hell outside. 

Hot weather has never been my favorite. At all. 

Luckily, they keep it nice and cool indoors which makes for lots of happy students!

I actually juuuuust realized that I'm a little bit of a liar because it's so nice outside right now. Like, perfect. One day it will be like this at 3:00 in the afternoon. 

Enough about the heat, let's just take a moment to stare at this outfit.

. . . 

Yep, I want to wear it right. now. 

What's not to love? 

Stay cool kids—and I mean that in the most literal sense of the word, of course!

-A

• Alexander Wang T; J Brand shorts; Church's brogues; Alexander Wang bucket bag; Giles and Brother multi-chain bracelet

The Endless Summer

Well, folks. 

Summer is basically ending for me this weekend. 

It's an extremely sad thought, really. 

It's been such a good summer, filled with friends, the beach, and family. 

I would really rather it not be over.

I'm going to be optimistic and say that it's not, though. I'm going to school with friends, and I'll be in the sunshine and relatively close to the beach (tanning, anyone?). 

So this is my "it's-the-end-of-summer-but-I'm-acting-like-it's-not" outfit. 

Long live summer 2011!

-A

• T by Alexander Wang t-shirt dress; Chloé leather wedges; Cutler and Gross sunglasses; Marc by Marc Jacobs messenger bag

P.S.- I shall try to post while I'm at school. I'll need SOME way to procrastinate on homework, right?

Buyer's Remorse...To The Max

I have got some MA-JOR buyer's remorse going on.

While on vacation, I stopped by a store and tried on a maxi skirt and oversized sweater. It was love at first try-on. I would be able to wear the skirt when it was warm, and when it got chilly I could slip on the sweater...it would be perfect. But I chickened out. As soon as I got my credit card out, I decided that I couldn't do it. I'd find another maxi, maybe one even better than the one I tried on (worst case scenario, I'd go back to the store last minute and ask daddy to buy it for me). Like most cases of buyer's remorse, I didn't realize how much I wanted—needed the skirt until I got home and started going into shops. No, nothing compared to the maxi I saw on vacation... 

*So here, my friends, is an outfit dear to my heart. 

Love, 

-A

• Helmut Lang jersey maxi skirt; The Row sweater; Jeffrey Campbell ford lace-up platforms; Madewell necklace; Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Classic Q' backback 

*P.S.- Everything about this outfit enthralls me. From necklace, to platforms (I'm dying for those Jeffrey Campbells!), I'm smitten. I've also become really into awesome backpacks! 

Now about this Instagram business. Get the app, take awesome pictures, and share them! 

Oh, and find me :) My username is @ashcims - hit me upppppp!

Okay, I'm really done now. 

A Little Bit Boyish

Hello!
Today's outfit has been inspired by the fact that boys have some awesome clothes.
Mostly shoes though.
I can't get over how beautiful Heutchy's current collection is! So simple, and so classy.
I also had to include a Leica X1 because they're amazing pieces of machinery. I have major camera envy.

I hope you're all having great summers!
-A

• J Brand skinny jeans; Alexander Wang t-shirt; Heutchy "Manner II" shoes; Top Shop chain necklace; CHLOÉ shoulder bag; Leica X1 camera

For Sunday Brunches and Shopping Sprees

Good morning! 

It's Sunday and it is indeed sunny. 

Up until this last week, our weather was so rainy and weird! Long gone are those days because it's definitely warm, to say the least. 

I've decided that I really just love airy skirts and simple tank tops. They're the best! 

Last week I went out and bought a bunch of super cute tank tops from Gap and they were ALL on sale. Can't beat a good sale! 

I've had quite the shopping bug in me lately (H&M and Gap have been my favs), which is awesome...until I have to look at my bank statement! 

I basically just love this whole outfit. It screams Sunday brunch (and shopping time) to me!

You can't beat the lovely use of the coral in the clutch and peachy-ness of the flat espadrilles. 

I really like how the gray tank top ties in with the colors too. It's not too dark, but just the right neutral!

You also can never go wrong with tassels. Having some major tassel moments so far this summer. LOVE THEM. 

Don't forget to add that dash of bronzer and mascara for a fresh casual look!  

I hope you can gain some sort of inspiration from this! 

Now, go and have a lovely Sunday! 

-A

• J-Crew jersey tank; Vanessa Bruno floral skirt; Acne denim jacket; Lanvin satin espadrilles; DVF tassel clutch; Covergirl lash blast mascara; Nars Laguna bronzer

Just Peachy

Helllllooo!

School is D O N E!

Which means that I can now spend more time blogging my little heart out. So excited! 

I'm just going to cut right to the chase and say that this outfit is begging for summer drives and iced tea runs.

These peach colored jeans are so light and fun, and I love the chunky look of the wooden wedges! 

In other news, the band Foster the People's debut album 'TORCHES' just came out Monday and it is fantastic! 

It's already the soundtrack to my summer and I suggest you go get it right away!

Wow, lots of exclamation points in today's post. I guess it just shows my excitement about my new found blogging time...! 

Have a happy sunshiny day!

-A

• Current/Elliot peach boyfriend fit cropped jeans; Helmut Lang twisted back tank top; Belle Sigerson Morrison wooden wedge sandals; 3.1 Phillip Lim minnie envelope purse bag; Oliver Peoples daddy b d-frame sunglasses; Foster the People's TORCHES. 

There Has Been Rain...

I guess that I'm getting my last few wintery outfits out of my system!
I have so much to say about this outfit, the first thing being that I want to put it on RIGHT NOW!!
I tossed the idea of a hat back and forth, and came to the conclusion that this outfit needed a little somethin' somethin'.
I've seen this hat in all sorts of cute outfits and figured, why not? Surely I can't go wrong with one hat!
Anywayyyyy, I'm a l m o s t done with school (one day left!) and am getting really really excited to post recipes that I've tried in the last month, and just post more in general.

Happy blogging!
-A

• Elizabeth and James sweater; Citizens of Humanity jeans; Rag and Bone Wessex ankle boot; Marc by Marc Jacobs draw string bag; ASOS wide brim fedora; Hipstamatic for iPhone lens and film

Over the River & Through the Woods

Happy week-after-spring-break!
I've been a horrible blogger this past week, what with having company in town and such!
Today's outfit is quite simple but extremely handy for going on a photo adventure (which is what I'm doing today—photos to come)!
I apologize for the lack of posting and am planning to share a few recipes and other goodies later this week.
TTFN!
-A

• J Brand 912 skinny jeans; J Crew silk blend t-shirt; Envy "tango" oxfords; House of Harlow triangle necklace; DKNY leather stud tote; Canon Rebel T1i & 50mm lens

Spring Break, Where Did You Come From?!

Hello! 

I can't believe that it's spring break already. Gosh, summer is really sneaking up on us! 

Since most are out of school this week, I figured that I would do an outfit post to compliment the warm weather that's been gracing us lately. 

I'm so excited that a lot of this season's two pieces are high waisted. I especially love this black one, it's so classy! 

I just can't wait to slip on light dresses and cute sandals. They're so summer! 

*Happy spring breaking!

-A

• Anthropologie swimsuit; Hurley dress; Minnetonka sandals; Hurley satchel; Lanvin for H&M sunglasses; Amazon Kindle 

*Don't forget to download—or if you're old fashioned, buy—a good book! Nothing too serious now, we're talking light reading for the pool/beachside. Something like L.A. Candy (my guilty pleasure). Okay okay, I'm done now.

Dash of Color

Between these tasseled loafers and the stunning coral satchel, this outfit has a special place in my heart. 

Now that it's spring, I can hardly contain myself when it comes to wanting to buy all things clothing related. 

Now, my goal in posting these outfits isn't for whoever reads it to look at it and then be bummed because they can't afford any of the items (because I sure can't), but for you to be inspired and excited to go shopping because you have in mind what catches your eye. 

Hope I'm somewhat of a help! 

-A

• Warehouse UK animal print lace-up blouse; Elliot cropped skinny jeans; Dolce Vita loafers; Proenza Schouler PS1 medium leather satchel; Top Shop sunglasses

Workout, Anyone?

Okay, I wasn't planning on posting an outfit today but couldn't help myself after today's workout. 

Since becoming addicted to Crossfit Training, I've realized that I actually have a reason to buy "activewear." 

*Correction: cute activewear. 

After seeing Stella McCartney's line for Adidas, I wanted to immediately buy her pieces so that I could work out in them. 

• Stella McCartney for Adidas sweatshirt, sweat-shorts & tank, Nike sneakers, & Camelbak waterbottle

April Showers

We all know that April showers come when we least expect it—when we're getting out our Spring wardrobes, right?

So for those of you who are currently dreading winter layers, throw on a light trench and trek to a coffee shop for some warmth and a good read (The Great Gatsby highly is recommended).

• Ian R.N. boatneck sweater dress, Eternitees jersey leggings, Marc by Marc Jacobs flat leather boots, YSL leopard scarf & Alexander Wang studded messenger bag.