Mastering casual

Let's face it, looking casual and effortless takes a little bit of, well... effort. I find that if you have the right pieces in your closet you can easily master this "art" of looking casually
put-together all the time. 

Here are a few basics you will need:

1. Your favorite jeans
Any wash, color or style. Stick to some that you feel good in, because when you feel good, you look good! I love a light denim or a destroyed pair. Darker washes tend to look a little more dressy, so I save those for my "night out" looks. 

2. Your favorite tee or top 
Go for a neutral color. I like white because it goes with anything and always brightens up the outfit. 

3. A casual jacket
My go-to is a moto jacket. But I find it's best if the jacket has a little embellishment on it, such as bell sleeves, a fun print or some just something classic like a jean jacket. 

4. A good pair of flats
It's all about comfort. Grab those cute sandals or flats and you are set!

I hope this helps - give it a try this weekend when you are heading out to brunch for Mother's Day:)

Get my full look on today's post here:

Have a wonderful weekend! 

xoxo - Jax 

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Photography by Buffett Photography
 

Pink Ruffles

I am back! I want to apologize for the long break in my posts! I took some much needed time off and tried to give myself a nice break from the blog (although still posted on Instagram), so that I could hit the refresh button and really focus on what I want to share with all of you. 

I started this blog to show you all my "hawks" or finds and felt like I needed to revisit that intention. So stay tuned and keep an eye out for some fresh new posts that will include everything from my beauty routine (skin and makeup) to styling tips and tricks. I think it's important to learn how to style your other clothes that are sitting in your closet and pair with the new pieces that you find. 

I hope you all continue to follow along and enjoy! 

To bring it back to today's post... You know I LOVE a good t-shirt. When I saw this one from Current/Elliott, I couldn't resist and ended up buying it in two colors and a dress version. I am a huge believer that if you find something you love, you should buy it in every color. I am not much of a pink girl, but the darker shade screamed spring and goes perfectly with some light denim jeans or a cute floral pencil skirt for all you office girls. 

Happy May! 
Jax

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Photography by Buffett Photography

Currently Hawking: Jackets & Coats

It's FINALLY cooling off here in San Diego and I am already snatching up some jackets to get me through the holidays. 

Depending on my mood and the weather, I like to have options in the outerwear. Below is a round-up of my some of my favorite styles with a little added something to take your standard coat to a statement piece. 

Here are some jackets I am currently hawking:

|1| Madewell Classic Leather Jacket

|2| Madewell City Grid Coat

|3| J. Crew Stadium-Cloth Cocoon Coat 

|4| Zara Velvet Blazer

|5| Missguided Velvet Biker Jacket

|6| Paige Rowan Denim Jacket (Obsessed!)

Happy FRI-YAY! 

XO - Jac 

Fall style with Anthropologie

Fall is by far my favorite season. The weather cools down a little and there is just that special feeling in the air.

Fall also has some great clothing, mixing the warm essentials with the cool to give you some great layers and still get away wearing a dress!

I was recently asked by my local Anthropologie to try some of their great fall styles. I fell in love with them all and will be spotted around town wearing some of them. You can pick them all up at Anthropologie today.

 LOOK ONE

LOOK TWO

LOOK THREE

BIG Thank you to Anthropologie Carlsbad who styled and photographed this amazing shoot. 

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Photography by Corey Villicana Photography 

Blue Jean Baby

Let's talk denim and blue - two of my favorite things to wear. When put together... magic happens! When shopping, I try to think of the three C's (not diamonds in this case, sorry!): comfy, classic and casual. 

Pairing a classic blue button-up with some comfortable jeans it a great and timeless look. I have had this outfit on repeat lately and feel good just about anywhere I go. It took me a while to find it, but THIS blue button up from Joie is probably my favorite one to date! 

Hope you all have an amazing weekend! 

Cheers,

Jax 

Shirt Joie | Jeans AG | Shoes Vans | Sunglasses Karen Walker | Clutch Madewell (Old - Similar HERE)


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Photography by Buffett Photography