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Misty Days

December 12, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

I get inordinately excited about “bad” weather. Living in California in the middle of a drought makes me look forward to any kind of rain. I know I’m spoiled by all the sun but I do appreciate the rainy days too. Colors get turned up a notch and everything looks greener. Checking out the local estuary was a great way to spend the day because it seems like nature comes to life after a good rain. While it’s fun to go exploring, this kind of weather is also a perfect excuse to curl up with a cup of hot tea and throw on an over-sized sweater. I love this southwest patterned sweater from American Eagle. It’s big and comfy and perfect for this kind of weather. I just recently picked up a pair of fleece lined leggings and I was wondering if I would notice them being warmer. During the day I definitely noticed a difference and they are way better at insulating then regular leggings. I’m also a big fan of these Born lace up boots which I’ve worn so much they’ve gotten a little rough around the edges. The leather is nice and they’ve held up well considering I’ve worn them out in the mud on a few occasions.

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Jacket Weather

December 8, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

I love cooler temperatures because it gives me an excuse to wear the layers I’ve been wanting to wear for months. California weather tends to have some very warm fall months so it’s nice to finally get some chillier temps. This Moto jacket is one of my favorite new additions to my closet and perfect for cooler weather days. The material is made with vegan suede which gives it some flex and softness. Normally I wouldn’t go for “faux leather” but this jacket has a realistic suede feel and looks more expensive than it is. I paired the jacket with a simple charcoal top and black distressed legging jeans. My next favorite thing of the week are these booties! These Matisse shredded ankle booties are just too cool. I love the shredded look of the tops and they give outfits an edgier look. They are pretty versatile and look great with leggings or skirts.

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Minimal Boho

November 5, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

I like the Boho 2.0 trend but in smaller doses. I can’t stand when it starts looking sloppy with too many layers and too many patterns. I think I might be scarred from all the floppy peasant tops with flaired sleeves from the early 2000s–nope nope nope! I would call this a more minimalist interpretation of the new Boho trend from recent years. I paired a clean cut button down top with a patterned paisley skirt and strappy sandals. Then I mixed the patterns slightly with a screen printed bag. I love the color and pattern of this skirt. You can easily dress it up or down but I prefer it more casual and beachy. …

Charcoal & Olive

October 9, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

I love charcoal and olive as a Fall color combination and I’m a huge fan of this olive midi skirt. The material is light and flowy and totally comfortable. The top is made from a crepe material and has a pretty floral design. I like this pattern because dark floral patterns feel more appropriate for Fall than any other time of the year. I paired the outfit with some strappy sandals and a braided belt. And best of all, the skirt has pockets which is pretty fantastic!
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Rust & Khaki

October 3, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

Rust & Khaki

Lately I’ve been really into rust as a seasonal color. It seems that every year we see a lot of burgundy colored clothes that come out at this time of year but I like this alternative to the darker reds. It’s lighter than burgundy and has a lot of orangey tons which make them perfect for Fall. I’m not a huge fan of plum colored blue reds so this color is great for me. These pants by Adriano Goldschmied are incredibly comfortable and the material is SO soft. I paired them with a casual boyfriend-style khaki button down. I like the loose fit of the button down which gives it a more relaxed look. I chose some basic nude flats from Aldo to complete the look. Let me know what you think!…

Feeling Autumnal: Rusty Orange Top & Tea Skirt

September 13, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

It’s starting to feel more and more like Fall and I’m getting more in the mood to wear autumnal things like this rusty orange top from H&M. I love the color and it is perfect for Autumn! While the cardigan might look black it’s really more of a deep charcoal color which looks so lovely with the orange and makes it pop even more. I paired these with a peachy beige tea skirt with pretty embroidery on the edges. To complete the outfit I wore these excellent brown leather zip up booties by Lucky brand. They are super comfy and look great with just about everything.

Outfit Set:

Outfit Details: Cardigan: H&M, Top: H&M, Tea Skirt: Conversation Pieces, Shoes: Lucky Brand

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Moth Print & Ripped Jeans

August 28, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

Red Moths & Ripped Jeans

How can you not love this shirt? The print is just too cool. It reminds me of old nature illustrations like the science posters in a class room. I love the works of Audubon and botanical illustrations so this is totally my thing. I’m not usually a distressed jeans type of gal but I really liked these AE jeggings. They’re stretchy and just have a lightly distressed look but not over the top like I was attacked by a tiger. And the shoes–I looove these booties. They’re Lucky brand suede desert boots and I can’t get enough. They go with everything and are just too cute. Be warned, I have narrow feet and these are VERY narrow. I usually wear them with a nylon sock because regular socks can be a bit pinchy on the sides.

Red Moths & Ripped Jeans

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Embroidery & Suede

August 22, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

Embroidery & Suede - The Partial Ingredients

This button down suede skirt works great with preppy outfits but I tend to like it with a little more Boho flair. I paired it with a loose and flowy embroidered blouse and some comfy moccasins. This skirt works well as a summer to fall transition piece. It’s a little bit heavier than other skirts but when paired with a light weight top it works well for summer days. These Minnetonka moccasins have been my go to shoes for several years now–they’re great for everyday wear because they’re so comfortable and they go well with a lot of outfits.

Embroidery & Suede

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Graphic Tee & Leopard Print Flats

August 17, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

Graphic Tee

Lately I’ve been into pairing midi skirts with graphic tees. It’s a nice combination of boyish and feminine. I love this surrealist graphic tee from an Etsy shop. You can find so many stores there that sell really creative shirt designs. The bag also comes from Etsy and I really like the floral embossing on the leather. The skirt is chiffon so it’s flowy and light–perfect for hot summer days. I’m normally not a fan of leopard print but I am obsessed with these gorgeous smoking slippers! I have officially been converted to wearing leopard print–in tiny doses.

Engraved Bag

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Mint & Blue Floral

August 14, 2016 by The Partial Ingredients

Mint & Blue Floral

For the last few years I have been pretty much obsessed with fashion (along with delish food) and this is one of the outfits I am a big fan of for summer. I’m actually not a huge fan of summer clothes (I’m more of a fall/winter gal) but I love the color mint and this skater skirt was a perfect addition to my closet. The light materials (chiffon and cotton) are great for summer or the beach. I went with a simple nude flat which dresses it up a bit. A grey cardigan is nice when the weather starts cooling down and bonus–it has pockets! Oh and I am a huge fan of this clutch bag from Etsy, I find it goes well with so many outfits and the screen printed pattern is really cool.
Mint & Blue Floral

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