a while back, i was asked to be one of the bloggers to be featured in the march issue of 7x7 magazine. least to say, i was flattered. i should probably make a scan of the actual article, but for now, here are some clips from the 7x7.com article.

to see the full article online, click here or on any of the images. be sure to check it out and see my friends, the fashion bloggers and talented web entrepreneurs who were also featured!

p.s. how do you like the new layout? i'm still changing things here and there.

(hat-h&m, tee-forever 21, shoes-sam edelman, leggings-zara, necklace-indie industries, bracelet & rings-vintage/store in ny)

after experiencing winter in new york, i appreciate california all over again. sure i'm from the midwest, but i might have taken california weather for granted.  after what seemed like weeks of rain, the sun has been shining a little more often and the weather is getting warmer. all i can do is daydream about summer. 

i've been really into the idea of summer outfits fit for a music festival - drapey tank tops, short shorts, boots, sunnies and hats. summer weather in northern california isn't quite appropriate for that kind of outfit, but i can definitely wear it on visits to iowa and southern california!

the best line from 'california sun': well, the girls are frisky in old 'frisco/ a pretty little chick wherever you go

it's finally here! asterisk magazine made it's debut yesterday, and you can find me along with some fellow blog friends within its pages! click here to see the spread!

(i look like i'm wearing tons of eyeliner, but really i hardly had any!)

(hat-H&M, white tank-H&M, black tank dress-H&M, knee socks-H&M, shirt-thrift, shoes-dolce vita, clutch-?, jewelry-vintage)

kate moss says she never plans her outfits but rather just picks something out of her closet depending on how she feels at that moment. that's what i had to do this time around. and i have to say, i quite like what i threw together. i think this will become a summer staple outfit (as long as i don't eat a huge meal that day).

speaking of summer, i am beyond excited for what lies ahead. i'm excited to do some interning, say goodbye to my full time job (that i will miss) and visit my family in the land where cornfields outnumber the residents. by the way, my family grew a little. i now have my very first niece! i am a happy auntie and can't wait to meet her! most of all, i am happy to take an entire month off of EVERYTHING (except blogging). i will finally be moving to san francisco and getting my own dog! no work, no school, just a break. 

what are you looking forward to this summer?

"blue skies, shining on me. nothing but blue skies, do i see..."

All photos by Katie M.

you can put together the most amazing ensemble in the world, but it's nothing without the right hairstyle to go with it. enter revamp salon in san francisco. revamp is a bumble and bumble exclusive salon. stylists huy, jessica, and shannon dean treated us to some good lookin' hair and a good time. if you ever need a cut and color, this is THE place to go! right off the bart is the fun, hip mission neighborhood of san francisco.

the lucky bay area bloggers got an entire evening of pampering at revamp: shampoos to die for, blowouts, champagne, hors d'oeurves and goodies!

after we were all beautified, we celebrated with a night out in the mission. i love getting together with all these girls!

in other news, my friend and i are working together to do some shoots and learn from each other how to grow in terms of photography and working with a model. it's been fun, and you will get to see some awesome professional shots. once she has her online portfolio, i'll be sure to link her so you can see more!