I have exactly one week left of school for the rest of my life! Grad school/pharmacy school is reaching it's end way too fast. I can vividly recall walking onto campus for the first time... I was wearing a pant suit for interviews and running on adrenaline since I was up at 5AM (cue nostalgia and moody music). 3 years later, I'm wrapping up the last leg of my didactic curriculum and transitioning to my clinical clerkship otherwise known as rotations. Although I'm ready for a new adventure in life, I'm going to miss being in the classroom. The confines of school was an appropriate place to make mistakes without any detrimental consequences. Now it's time to hone in all the skills and knowledge I acquired from UCSD and apply it to rotations/reality. I'm hoping I will have more time to post during my 4th year - both fashion and pharmacy.
Onwards to this post, one of the most versatile pieces I own is this sleeveless lace top from Banana! If you peruse the Banana Republic website, you'll notice that many items are not available for petites 😢. I got an X-Small for this top and it's a tad bit long but nothing a simple alteration can't fix! I decided to stick with a classic black and white color scheme for this outfit. However, I couldn't resist the urge to add a splash of color! This is a great outfit for a casual day out or even school! This exact trimmed sleeveless top is sold out but I linked an alternative Banana Republic top at the bottom!
How do you guys feel about the 90's making an epic comeback this season? I remember collecting a bunch of chokers in elementary and middle school but they were more on the bohemian side since they were in desert shades and beaded. I am pro-choker but a little bit indifferent about velvet.
When I received this velvet cami from Banana Republic, I was excited since it's currently on trend however, I really had no idea what to wear pair with it. I tried this top with leather pants, flare pants, and skinny jeans but those outfits just seemed so ordinary. I eventually stumbled onto these sequined shorts in my pile of boxes (I still have yet to fully unpack). To fully embody the 90's look, my mom cut off the an inch off the bottom of the camisole to make a choker - she even added a little trinket in the middle! I love the back of this cami and it's perfect for a night out or a casual day with friends! I finished off my look with snake embossed gold sandals, also courtesy of Banana Republic. They are much more comfortable than I imagined! I don't know if any of you recognize my backdrop, but it's the Geisel Library! My boyfriend came to visit over the weekend and our intention was to take pictures Downtown but it started pouring! We drove around aimlessly for a bit until deciding to head back towards UCSD. It was pretty crowded over the weekend... probably because finals are right around the corner. Anyways, I managed to make my way all the way up and down the snake path without any trouble or pain! These golden heels run true to size though the cami was quite big on me (I got an XS from Banana Republic). I hope you guys like this post - I linked my outfit details at the bottom! Off to studying I go, until next time!
Hello everyone! I just finished orientation at UCSD and yesterday was my first official day of school! Looking at my course schedule is a bit overwhelming but I am beyond ecstatic to be a full time student again! There are multiple potential outfit post locations around campus so you might see some UCSD backgrounds in the future!
Onwards to fashion: Banana Republic generously provided me with some of their new arrivals! This particular post shows 3 different outfits - each with something from Banana Republic. To start off, I immediately fell in love with this blush colored merino wool featherweight sweater. Besides the hue, I adore the feel of wool against my skin! It's the perfect transitional piece from summer to fall and it works wonders with both skirts and pants. Though this crew neck sweater isn't offered in petite sizes, I opted for an X-Small and it fits extremely well. I was a bit afraid this sweater might be too loose on me but it fits just fine! I paired this top with a full circle midi skirt to bring back some Southern Belle roots to my blog.
// BANANA REPUBLIC Merino Wool Featherweight Crewneck Sweater in Blush c/o (Get it HERE) // PROENZA SCHOULER PS11 Clutch // MARCO SARTO Salmon Platform Heels // CHANEL Sunglasses //
XO,
Adrienne
XO,
Adrienne
When I saw these pointed slingbacks, I must admit I was ecstatic. I wanted to find a pair of comfortable black heels for research/work but a pair found me! Besides, it's shoes! How could any girl not be happy! When I first put these on, they were a bit big but I've been able to walk around in them. I was pondering on whether a 7 would have been a better choice instead of my usual 7.5 but I bet that would have been too small. Overall, they're very versatile - they transition eloquently from work to play. It's made of leather and comes with memory foam to provide a cushioned insole for all day comfort! Plus, it's only an inch high so it's easy to walk in!
I decided to create a casual outfit centered around these heels. I slipped on my comfy stretchy black pants along with a cream swing top and finished it off by wearing my butterfly and floral dress as a coat. Purchase these Hedy Kitten Heels from Banana Republic and see more on their website! Until next time!
// 3.1 PHILLIP LIM for TARGET Butterfly Zippered Dress (Worn as a coat) // ZARA Cream Swing Top // ZAC ZAC POSEN Mini Loren Crossbody // BANANA REPUBLIC Black Hedy Slingback Pump // CHANEL Sunglasses // SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Gold Floral Double Finger Ring // BUFFALO DAVID BITTON Black Pants //
*BANANA REPUBLIC provided these black Hedy Slingback Pumps however, all opinions are my own*
XO,
Adrienne
I've teamed up with Banana Republic again to showcase their latest Spring midi dress for petites! The thought of SPRING conjures up images of flowers and bold colors... As you can tell by browsing through the images in this particular post, I found it only fitting to intertwine these two ideas together.
I have been in search for a fresh colored lightweight maxi for approximately a month so when this chartreuse strappy midi arrived, I jumped with joy! If you read my previous post in collaboration with Banana Republic, you already know that the dress featured in that story was a dream. It was as if a my exact measurements were taken to make that floral dress (See the first Banana Republic x invictus collaboration HERE). When I saw that this dress was also a 0P, I knew that I could slide comfortably in. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed with the fit. Why? Well, the dress is a tad loose around the torso but it's nothing a little alteration couldn't fix! Yes, I know this dress isn't supposed to be skin tight however, I prefer it when my clothes give definition to my body. Additionally, if you guys look online at this chartreuse pleased dress, you'll notice that it's ideally supposed to end mid-calf. As for me, the dress floated in between a midi and a maxi - I'm a little too short!
Yeah, so what though... I still like this dress! The loose casual feel gave me freedom to twirl and allowed me to eat to my heart's content without walking around with a protruding belly! It has a fun crisscross pattern in back, both the front and back are pleated and it has POCKETS! I had so much fun running through the Carlsbad Flower Fields in this lightweight dress! The wind did wonders to this dress though the wind effect in my hair is definitely another story. For all you flower aficionados out there, I did not destroy any flowers! Hope you enjoy these pictures!
Get this Banana Republic Strappy Pleated Dress online now - it's not available in stores just yet!
Get this Banana Republic Strappy Pleated Dress.
// BANANA REPUBLIC "Green" Strappy Pleated Dress // STEVE MADDEN Jeweled Sandals // CHANEL Sunglasses //
* Banana Republic provided this Strappy Pleated Dress however, all opinions here are my own. *
XO,
Adrienne
A two part post dedicated to Banana Republic goodness! Spring calls for lightweight, strappy sun dresses in ... cue drum roll ... floral print. Miranda Priestly from The Devil Wears Prada said it best:
"Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking."
Flowers are always associated with Spring so it's not exactly news or a trend that disappears. Rather, it's something that signifies the arrival of warmer weather and longer days! For this collaboration with Banana Republic, I was generously gifted this petite friendly floral dress from their latest collection. When I first opened the package I knew this piece would become a staple in my closet - I could wear it alone (as pictured) for hotter months yet it's thin enough to pile on layers for colder months. However, my face automatically cringed when I saw that it was a size 0P. My dress size varies tremendously depending on the retailer so I still had a glimmer of hope that I would be able to squeeze my way into this dress. After I zipped myself up, I was honestly speechless at the fit! The shoulder straps fit just right - they didn't dig into my skin nor did they slip off my shoulders. Additionally, the dress hugged my body enough to accentuate my waist but also gave me room to breathe - I could twirl in this dress all day! Unfortunately, I do not have pictures of the back but you can check it out and purchase the dress on the Banana Republic website - the color of this blue floral dress is "Pop Pink" but it's also offered in white, called "Cocoon."
Check out the Banana Republic website now and use the code: BRSPRING to get 40% off your purchase - act now since this offer ends 4/2/2016.
// BANANA REPUBLIC Floral Strappy Dress // PROENZA SCHOULER PS11 Purple Wristlet Clutch // IVANKA TRUMP Hot Pink Suede Peep Toe Pumps //
* Banana Republic provided the floral strappy dress in this post however, all opinions here are my own. *
XO,
Adrienne
This denim dress is just perfect for work and/or play! I got the 0 Petite and it was as if the people at Banana tailored it for me! There's an invisible zipper in the back which makes this little number look that more chic. However, there are some things to note about this denim dress. One of the set-backs happens to be the material itself - the blue denim color rubs off. I was able to avoid this since I read the warning was placed on the tag. But if I immediately yanked off the tag, I might not have been that fortunate. Overall, I do like this dress - the length and everything about this makes it work appropriate. Get this Denim Sheath Dress from Banana Republic HERE.
// BANANA REPUBLIC Denim Sheath Dress c/o (Get it HERE) // L.A.M.B. Blue Suede D'Orsay Heels // L.A.M.B. Cheetah Spots Wallet // CHANEL Sunglasses //
XO,
Adrienne
