Coachella dreamin'

dress & vest: Forever21, booties: Steve Madden, Flower Crown: DIY (tutorial below)

This monday was my first day back to reality after the much anticipated Coachella and my mini vacation! I made this floral crown for myself and some girlfriends for Coachella and after being back, I couldn't fully let go of the Coachella-vibe and decided to wear it for this outfit. In addition to my floral crown, I've also been looking at youtube videos and photos from Coachella, can't believe it's all over and I'm already looking forward to next year!!

I used this tutorial as a reference to make the crowns, it took some time but it turned out better than I thought: FLORAL CROWN TUTORIAL

Grab your bffs, some wine, and make it a fun girls night in! Enjoy!

love, C

ps. I know J's last post was referred to "there's not place like home" but I just wanted her to know that "home is not the same without HER." It's been a couple months now and with some soon to be changes going on in my life recently, I really miss her!! Sometimes things just don't feel right without your bff to share it with, it's okay though-- we scheduled a phone date tonight and it's much needed!

"There's no place like home..."

J's Outfit: Top- Brandy Melville, Skirt/Boots- Forever 21, Sunglasses- RayBans

I feel like a modern day Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz in these red booties and of course I would be tapping them and saying "There's no place like home...". Other than my red chucks these are the only other pair of red shoes I have and I love it, it's a great statement piece and the best part about them was the price. Forever 21 makes great booties that perfectly fit my small feet and it's the best bargain for me because I wear them so much- it gives me the most bang for my buck! 

I'm slowly reaching my 3 month mark here in Vietnam and I'm also starting to get really home sick. I've had a few "bad" days here in Vietnam too so If only life were like the movies, tapping my red shoes would bring me home. As much as I'm learning and enjoying my time here, going home for even an hour would be SO good right now. 

I hope everyone has a great weekend! Can you believe that April is ALMOST over? That's just crazy...

Love, J

Buylove Inspired: Music Festivals

Being that weekend 1 for Coachella is this weekend, I just had to do a music festival inspired post! Also, I am packing for myself since I will be there this weekend and it was only natural to put together some outfit options. What makes dressing up fun is being able to wear items or outfits that you might not normally be able to wear.  Only thing missing this year, is J!! Although she can't be there with me, she will definitely be there in spirit :)

outfit #1: Decided to combine some bright fun colors together and a DIY headband I made for some girlfriends! Ofcourse, sandals for all day walking and standing with friends

Top: Cotton on, Skirt: H&M, Sandals: Zara

outfit #2: Maxi skirts are so comfy for a relaxing day listening to music and another DIY floral headband.

Top: Brandy Melville, Maxi Skirt: Forever21 (only $13!!), Vest: Random boutique

outfit#3: Ofcourse, had to include last year's coachella tank! Brings back such good memories since I had so much fun with J and friends. These fringe shorts were such a cute find, i love it for summer! Also, instead of wearing a bra, wear a colorful bathing suit top for a comfortable fit that's also fun and add color to your outfit!

Top: Coachella tank from 2012, Shorts: Forever21, Bathing suit top: Target, Sandals: Forever21

Lastly, accessories can definitely add to any outfit! My favorite accessory as you all know are headbands, so here are some of my favs that can be worn to any music festival!

Left to right: Urban outfitters, Urban outfitters, DIY, Forever21, Forever21, Forever21

OH! and I also wanted to include an outfit that I might wear for my trip to Orlando, FL. In addition to packing for Coachella, I also have to pack for Florida because I am taking a trip there for a relaxing week with my boyfriend right after! 

Whew, a lot of packing going on over here but it'll be worth it! Can't wait for a much needed break and excited for the next few weeks.

Love, C

It's about that time again...

J's Outfit: Tank- Bought at Coachella last year, Skirt- NastyGal, Shoes- Vans

It's about that time again, festival season time! C and I went to Coachella last year with a group of friends and had an AMAZING time so we jumped on buying tickets this year, it was stressful and time consuming but we got the tickets and I can't believe it's coming up this weekend. We bought the tickets almost a year in advanced, crazy! Sadly though I had some great opportunities come up and decided to travel abroad for a little bit and won't be able to go anymore ;(. 

I'm so jealous that I'll be missing out this year but C, I hope you have a great time and please video record all the good performances for me!

My outfit is dedicated to Coachella because it's the only thing I can do to make myself feel better for not going anymore, this tank will help me pretend that I'm there this weekend. It's a casual comfy outfit, the weather here of course is still hot so I need to stay as cool as possible. Also, I got this skater skirt and new high-top leopard Vans as birthday gifts from my girlfriends back at home and wanted to outfit the two together! I received a care package from them a few days ago <3 I say this all the time but it's true, my life would be incomplete without my girlfriends. 

Love, J