Back to blogging and back from Big Sur

Campsite 21 at Kirk Creek Campground

Wow, where have I been? I'll tell you. Starting a little bloggity blog for work. A little thing called www.modernshopgirl.com has eaten up all my creativity and time. But now that things have finally mellowed out, I'm back in the saddle. Summer is over. To prove it here are some pics from our last vacation of the season.
Husband and I cruised up to beautiful Big Sur with one of our favorite couples, Brett and Cara. We had 4 relaxing days of exploring, hiking, sunsets, and good talks around the campfire. It was truly unforgettable and a great way to say good bye to summer.

No cell service in Big Sur

It's ok to still look cute while roughing it.
Plaid Shirt - William Rast for Target
Gray Indian Tank - Chaser
Cutoff Shorts - Joe's Jeans
Aviators - Rayban
Shoes - Puma

Rugged Coastline

Sunset first night

Headscarf - Alexander McQueen
Clapton/Layla - Chaser
Jeans - AG Denim

Brett and Cara

The Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle

Elephant Seals

Fog moving in on the last day

Style Post: Color Blocking

 Hoop Earrings by H&M

Necklace by Forever 21

Sweater by Victoria Secret

Tank by Vince via Rebel

Jeans by AG via Rebel

Sandals by (surprise, surprise) Sam Edelman, gift

Clutch, stole from my Momma

I was unsure of spring's latest trend of color blocking. I think like most women I tend to stick with the basics: black, white, and recently gray. If I am feeling specially adventurous I will wear navy blue. But after working at Modern Romance for almost 2 months and the constant exposure to Michael Stars tees in every conceivable color I was ready to try the trend. My top and sweater are older pieces I have had for awhile, but I figured what better way to try the trend than with items I already have. I added rock'n'roll shoes and a statement necklace to complete the look. I felt so bright and colorful in this outfit I am ready to embrace the color blocking trend with full gusto!

Style Post: Lazy Saturday

 Top by Vince via Rebel

Tank by J. Crew via J.Crew Outlet

Jeans by AG via Rebel

Shoes by Sam Edelman via Nordstrom Rack

Necklace by Relics, gifted

Lazy Saturday and Girls Night should be the real title, but it seemed not quite as succinct. Last Saturday after the Seal Beach Run (Husband ran the 5K and got 5th in his age group!) we were both tired and lazy for obvious reasons. ;-) We got lunch, ran some errands, and then headed to a friend's place in downtown Long Beach. Bobby off to play poker with the boys and me to drink wine and laugh with the girls. The day called for something comfortable yet put together. Although this Vince circle top doesn't photograph as it should, I always feel stylish in its unusual shape and soft jersey. Here's to more girls nights and comfortable clothes!