Chartreuse Tee and JPG Exhibit

I went fruit picking for the first time over the weekend and got a bunch of fresh apricots, nectarines, and strawberries. They taste so much juicier and sweeter when hand-picked. =P I was disappointed that I missed cherry picking season though because that's one of my favorite fruits. Did you guys do anything fun over the weekend?

From my Instagram (karenyee10) - the perfect little strawberry

Chartreuse has been one of my favorite summer colors to incorporate into my wardrobe so I wanted to feature it in my post today. I love this one because it's so soft and doesn't wrinkle! Back to my point-and-shoot photos while I'm still shopping around for a new camera unfortunately.

BDG v-neck tee from UO (buy) -- H&M black skinny pants (similar here or on sale here) -- Ann Taylor chunky cardigan (similar or cute one here) -- thrifted ivory kitten heels (similar with a bow)

Still love this chunky cardi!

Accessories: Target fringe necklace (pretty one here) -- Mossimo white python skinny belt (similar) -- thrifted silver cuff (similar)

I went to see the Jean Paul Gaultier exhibit at the De Young Museum recently and it was pretty incredible! The mannequins had very life-like, holographic faces and the fashion was very 'haute couture' but I thoroughly enjoyed it. 

My fave...stripes!

Mermaid on crutches?

The infamous cone-shaped bra

Interesting wedding dress

Any favorite summer colors you can't stop wearing? Please share!

Cruisin' Photos and Thrift Shopping Fun

 As I mentioned in my previous post, I had a great time on my first cruise ever! I just wanted to share some photos from the long weekend trip for a friend's bachelorette party. I wish there was more sun while we were there but we made the most of it by dressing up every night and dancing till we dropped!

When we were getting on the ship

I loved these towel animals that greeted us every evening with chocolates!

My hottie roommates for the weekend

 Group pic in Ensenada

 Colors of the rainbow with the bride-to-be in black

 Wearing our lovely tank tops from the bride

With 2 of my college roommates and they are next to get hitched...miss them!

  

Once again, I am a bit behind with my outfit posts after the unfortunate incident with my laptop and only recently getting my files in order. I am slowly trying to catch up! 

  

When my sister was home from winter break, we decided to go shopping at our local community thrift store to see if we could uncover some gems and we weren't disappointed. Yes, thrift stores smell old and musty but it's nothing we couldn't handle in exchange for some awesome bargains. BUT it is imperative that you have the patience to dig through racks and racks of mismatched clothes to uncover something worthwhile. Luckily for us, we both came back with 5-6 items each...score! Afterwards, we just played dress-up with our new/old items. 

 thrifted boyfriend blazer (with shoulder pads and all) (similar) -- thrifted zebra print oversized sweater (borrowed from sis) (similar here and here) -- sweater tights borrowed from sister (similar) -- thrifted ivory kitten heels (similar)

Better view of the sweater

Candid shot by my sister

Accessories: thrifted silver cuff (similar) -- thrifted costume earrings (similar)

  

Some people may find buying thrifted clothes to be gross or unsanitary but as long as you give your items a good washing, I don't see anything wrong with it. I also make sure to wipe any thrifted jewelry thoroughly with rubbing alcohol before wearing. I think thrifting can be fun and I view it as an opportunity to discover unique pieces that no one else owns.

  

What is your take on thrift shopping and do any of you have tips to share?