UP HIGH WITH TIE-DYE

Happy Monday all!  I hope everyone had a great weekend.  I, myself, had a pretty relaxing one.  Very much needed.  I spent it pool side, going to the spa, and watching endless episodes of Breaking Bad.  That show is addicting as hell.  Definitely a recommended show to watch.  I also watched the last Batman film.  Every bit as amazeballs as everyone thought it would be.

This shoot is another one from my California trip taken by the talented Papa DOS.  This was the day we tried to find the best place to view the Hollywood sign.  The Griffith Observatory is a beautiful sight and definitely worth the trip but I was hoping to get a closer view of the Hollywood sign.  I know there is a way to get up there using residential roads but our phones were all fail on the route so we ended up here.  The views of LA were gorgeous from this height and there are so many great hiking trails.  I'll definitely be back with obviously better hiking shoes.  Hehehe...  I finally got an opportunity to post some photos of my favorite summer jeans.  Made by Rich & Skinny, the Hendrix jean is super fun.  Not only is the purple color amazing, but the white tie-dye up the sides are a great added detail.  I am also so glad I brought along some type of sweater on this trip.  It got a bit chilly as the sun went down which we did not really anticipate when we were packing.  After we were done with this shoot, we headed straight for K-town and killed it with a huge order of Boiling Crab.  Just thinking about it is making me drool.  If you ever find yourself in LA, Boiling Crab is a MUST HAVE!  You will not be disappointed, as long as you order it with "the whole shi-bang"!

Sweater - Free People  |  Top - Urban Outfitters  |  Jeans - Rich and Skinny  |  Shoes - Christian Louboutin  |  Bag - Louis Vuitton  |  Sunnies - Kaitlyn  |  Watch - Michael Kors  |  Jewelry - ASOS (ring) , SUO, Stella & Dot, CUSP

-DOS

SHOP THIS LOOK

THE BLACK TRENCH

And so we continue on our journey through my California pictures.  If you are paying attention, these shots are from the same day as "california lovin'".  The only difference is that I am sporting this awesome black trench.  =)  After we drove around and down Mulholland Drive, we decided to stroll through the Sunset strip.  The last time I was in California, I remember having a fun time perusing all the shops that line this street.  However, the problem that day was that the stores were closing as soon as we got there.  Epic FAIL!  That's the tricky part with California.  The stores start closing but the sun is still up and shining.  In Chicago, I associate stores closing with the sun going down.  It didn't occur to me that at 7pm in California, the sun is still fairly high above us.  Luckily there was one store that still had it's doors open.  Kin Los Angeles FOR THE WIN!  And like a true shop-a-holic, I was lured to the store by racks of clothes displayed outside with a sign that said 50% off sale. My dad quickly ran to the other side of the street.

Although I did not find anything on the 50% off rack due to sizing availability, I spotted this thin black trench hanging on a mannequin.  Something about it's shapelessness and flowy thin fabric called out to me saying "You will need me on those 8 random days out of the year where it's about 60-70 degrees in Chicago."  I looked at the price tag and it was about $100 and it was a done deal.  And of course having Papa DOS nearby, I had to get some shots with it so I could share them with you guys.  I also did get another jacket from Kin Los Angeles that is a bit heavier for the fall.  I can't wait to bust that one out as well.

SPECIAL THANKS to Morgan for being so awesome to me at the store and making me drool over so many hot LA designers.  I am still lusting for that forest green hat on the hat wall.  Hmmmmmm.... =) Morgan, you were so fun to shop with!  I wish I had remembered to take a photo with you.  Gah I'm an awful blogger.  I guess this guarantees that I'll be back!

Trench Coat - UNIF  |  Vest - Elizabeth and James (old)  |  Tank Top - Free People  |  Jeans - Rich and Skinny  |  Shoes - B Brian Atwood  |  Bag - Chanel  |  Accessories - Cusp, Stella & Dot, Suo, Brandy Melville

-DOS

CALIFORNIA LOVIN'

I'm back!  Well actually I've been back all week.  But readjusting to being back at work and trying to fix the damn two hour difference my internal clock is on was tough.  I had suuuuuuuuuuuuuch a fab time in California.  I was with The Hubster, Papa DOS, and my little sissy on a little family vaycay.  This was much needed especially because it came right after a crazy weekend in Vegas for one of my bestie's bachelorette party.  If you follow me on Instagram, then you probably saw a glimpse of our time in Vegas.  =)

I gotta say, being on the west coast for a little over a week felt amazing.  Weather in California is so great.  It was a bit chilly but being from Chicago, I can handle a bit chilly.  The sun was consistent and shining every day which just automatically brightens my mood.  Every time I'm there I think, "Man, I could move here fo sho!"  (Although I say the same thing every time I visit NYC)  If I had my way I would do two years in California and two years in New York.  

My Cali trip was filled with a lot of... well... eating.  Hahaha...  I think I ate my weight in seafood.  GAH!  So goooood!  Thanks to Danny for always showing us the best spots in LA.  I also got to visit my very first vineyard thanks to my darling Minnie and her boytoy who so graciously took me and The Hubster in for two days until my dad and sis arrived.  Minnie took me to South Coast Winery in Temecula, California while our two boys played together.  Hehehehe...  In other words, we got drunk while they played golf somewhere.  California has such wide open spaces.  The vineyard literally took my breath away.  The other girls just stood there laughing at me while I stared out into the open horizon with my mouth hanging open.  And that was BEFORE the 11 tastings of wine.  Thanks for showing me such a great time!  <3<3<3  And Pam and Tre, I hope you read this.  You two are buckets of fun!  "You know them young ones these days, they into the pinky toes."  LOL!

This day was the day we went cruising on Mulholland Drive.  It was so beautiful.  Next time I want to drive through it with a convertible.  Something sporty and sassy.  Hehehe.  Such breathtaking views!  There are little pockets that are designated look out spots that have great views of the city.  <3  Not to mention on the other side are some BALLER houses!  Whut whut!  Lots of gated houses on this road.  Made me wonder who lives there.  You also wonder where is the closest gas station and grocery store???  Do they get that stuff just helicoptered down?  Man that's so BOSS!  Anyhoo!  I have more California posts coming up so I'll tell you more later.

Cardigan - Brandy Melville  |  Vest - Elizabeth and James (old)  |  Tank Top - Free People  |  Jeans - Rich and Skinny  |  Shoes - B Brian Atwood  |  Bag - Chanel  |  Accessories - Cusp, Stella & Dot, Suo, Brandy Melville

I hope you are all still checking in on the blog here and there.  Sorry I was so MIA!  I appreciate all my loyal readers.  Especially the ones that reach out to me.  <3<3<3 xoxoxoxoxo

-DOS

peplum, netting, and lace

Hi everyone.  Sorry that I have been MIA.  Things have been super busy and my focus has been split in a million different directions.  Needless to say, I'm exhausted!  But life moves on with or without you, so I must adjust and power through!  =)  This past weekend, I had the absolute pleasure of coordinating a wedding for a beautiful couple.  They had quite a large wedding party but you know me, I love a challenge.  Hahahaha... The day ran pretty smoothly considering some bad traffic on the way to the Chicago Botanic Gardens.  Why the road that leads there is only ONE LANE is beyond me!  Talk about major traffic.  Three lanes converging into one, right before you reach the entrance?!  Not the smartest.  But besides that, everything else was amazing.  The weather was great and sunny and the bride looked beaaaaaaaaaauuuuuuuuutiful.  Congratulations S+A!  Thank you for letting me be part of your special day.

I decided to go for a lady-like look and keep things profesh, and instead of traditionally wearing a dress, I went for a top and skirt combo.  Since the peplum trend is well underway right now, I busted mine out.  =)  I absolutely love this top for a myriad of reasons.  One, low price.  Two, low back.  Three, green color.  Four, high neckline.  Five, black netting!  I love the texture the netting gives to this top.  In my opinion, it wouldn't be as cool without it.  The top is a bit loose around the mid-section on me and I haven't had time to get the top altered, so I belted it to hide that fact.  Belts work such magic.  If you have some tops or dresses that you think don't work on you anymore, play with belts and you would be surprised at shapes it can give you.  We didn't get any shots of my shoes because at this point in the day I was in flats that didn't really match.  =P  Being in my heels while running around the gardens would have been inefficient and a disaster.  When it comes to wedding coordination, the bride and groom come before fashion.  I switched to my heels during the ceremony.  =)  Thank goodness The Hubster was around to take shots while I was working.  Multi-tasking baby!  I hope you all had a great weekend!

And since it's been a while since I asked, please subscribe to the blog, like DOS on Facebook, follow DOS on Twitter and Pinterest, and find me on Instagram (drunkonshoes)!  =)  Until next time...

Top - ASOS  |  Skirt - Talula  |  Belt - Calvin Klein  |  Necklace - House of Harlow  |  Earrings - Cusp  |  Watch - Michael Kors  |  Bracelet - Stella & Dot

-DOS