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

..VE

C's outfit: Skirt- h&m, Tee- Buylove, headband- forever21, sandals- urban outfitters

oh how i miss my other half, J! Even though we are miles apart, we are still matching which i love love LOVE :) 

It's been heating up in LA, so I'm finding myself grabbing skirts/shorts and sandals lately- as you can tell in this outfit. Although, I did hear on the radio it was going to rain this Sunday, so not sure what's going on! As J mentioned in her entry, this shirt is perfect for this weather... it is lightweight and so easy to match with almost anything. Can't believe it's going to be April soon, where has all the time gone?? Good news is, the faster time goes by, the sooner J is homee- yay!

LO

J's Outfit: Shorts- Zara, Tee- Buylove, Vest- Forever 21, Shoes- Target, Bag- FreePeople

I've mentioned before that it's ridiculously hot here in Vietnam- I step out and I'm drenched with sweat within seconds. Thankfully I packed my Buylove LOVE tee (can be bought here). It's made of a thin material that isn't too heavy or too light and that makes it the perfect tee, especially in this weather!  

And as an added bonus to why I love it, it reminds me of C because we share the shirt set with each other- she has the other half <3. The simple black/white colors make it easy to outfit around too. I paired them with my lace shorts from Zara and threw on a denim vest to add some color.

Even though C and I are miles and miles apart right now, I LOVE that we have these matching tee's because it reminds me of who I'm sharing it with so it never feels like she's too far. Who would you share this LOVE tee set with? 

Love, J

Instagram Highlights!

One of our last outfit posts together before J's trip, can't wait to be reunited ;)

C's adding a little sparkle to her outfit! Every girl can use some sparkle...

These bad boys are one of J's go-to pairs, comfy and bad assss

One of C's ootd *rawr*

We have these adorable sets of LOVE bracelets up in our store- they are too cute to miss and are sold in sets. Perfect to share with your bff!

One of J's ootd while traveling in Vietnam

J's eating legit Pho and yes, it's SO good here!

One of the greatest perks of life, best friend picking up a pair of Prabal Gurung's for you while you're away from home <3 

Caffeine addiction is fueled by Vietnamese coffee- all day, every day!

C's nail art while at work in Vegas

C's ootd - little by little she's getting ready for summer, starting off with sandals!

The lovely @cryskay using our Buystrength tote bag on her vacation in maui! 

C's super awesome SHM outfit, vodka all the way!

J's tomboy ootd which really = lazy day. Hat and sunglasses all day.

J's birthday this year didn't feel the same as it usually does, girlfriends weren't celebrating with me this year. Birthdays are better when all my best friends are around!

There C goes again, posting photos of food that can't be found here...I miss home food SO much especially breakfast/brunch, my favorite meal ever.

 And last but not least, March still isn't over yet which means our "special" promo for J's birthday month is still going on. Take 10% off your entire order- use code: JBDAY - ends 3/31/2013 

We hate it when we miss deals like these so you don't want to miss out on this one! ;)

Have a great week, everyone! 

Love, C & J