Lucy Dots

Nothing makes me happier than seeing this gorgeous local nature preserve looking green again.  California has been desperate for rain due to the horrible drought, and we've recently seen some come our way.  It didn't take much to get this place looking lush again!  It was the perfect place and the perfect weather to wear one of my favorite Trashy Diva dresses.  Kevin doesn't have a say in what I wear (you know, because I dress for myself) but he went out of his way to compliment this one.  It's a showstopper for sure!













Dress- Trashy Diva (available in gingham)
Shoes- Pinup Girl Clothing
Brooch- c/o Erstwilder
Petticoat- Malco Modes
Lipstick- c/o Anastasia Beverly Hills in Bloodline

Erstwilder just released some adorable new brooches and I couldn't wait to get my hands on this one!  As you may know, Kevin and I rescue chihuahuas and our three boys are considered our children (in addition to BB).  I can't imagine treating a member of the family any differently!  Anyway, when I saw little Bruiser Bow Wow on their website I nearly died from cuteness.  While I have yet to find many chihuahua prints on clothing, I can now wear a chihuahua on my outfit everyday if I wanted.  Here's to hoping Bruiser comes in different colors down the line!

xoxo

Ashley

Fluttering Moth

Who else was ridiculously excited to get this skirt?  I didn't truly fall in love until I saw the sample at work a few months ago... And let's just say I fell in love!  In addition to it being the perfect shade of purple (one that does not compete with the shade of my hair), it also has gorgeous shades of blue, mint, gold, and green.  The color combinations are endless!  I decided to pair it with my blue peasant top, which is actually one of my favorites.  That is, until I get my new ones today.  That mint color has me planning all kinds of outfits in my head!











Top- Pinup Girl Clothing
Skirt- Pinup Girl Clothing
Shoes- Bettie Page
Bracelet- c/o Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski
Underskirt- Pinup Girl Clothing
Lipstick- c/o Anastasia Beverly Hills in Bloodline

Yesterday was Kevin's birthday and we had a low-key celebration.  He had to work (and as a Christmas baby I don't comprehend people working on their birthday), but Bianca and I met up with him for lunch.  Going out with Bianca is always hit or miss, sometimes she's good and sometimes she makes a scene.  Thankfully, she was happy as a clam and we had a wonderful time together.  She only cried on the way home, only because she's a daddy's girl!

xoxo

Ashley

Big Band Bows

Sammi and I were talking about how different our surroundings are this time of year.  For example, she's dealing with over a foot of snowfall right now.  I, as you can see, am enjoying the spring bloom.  The trees only look like this for a few weeks at best, so I was anxious to get out and take some photographic evidence.  Bianca was marching around the park while she waited for me to finish and managed to get in the background of some of my pictures.  I didn't include any here, but it was hilarious!











Dress- Trashy Diva
Shoes- Bettie Page
Lipstick- c/o Anastasia Beverly Hills in Candy Apple

Although this Trashy Diva print has been long gone, it certainly lives on in my closet.  The Jitterbug dress is a sweet yet comfortable day dress that gets a million compliments when I wear it out.  I love the thick waistband and the gathering at the bust is ridiculously flattering.  I'm hoping this dress style will make a comeback this year in a new print.  I'm also dying for a Goldie dress, I'm crossing my fingers for summer.  It would be the perfect cut for the summer heat!

xoxo

Ashley

Falling Leaves

Anyone else not quite ready to start the week yet?  I don't know if it was the Valentine's festivities or the fact that I haven't slept well in a few days, but I'm wishing I could conduct all of Monday's business from my bed.  Unfortunately, Trader Joe's has yet to come up with some sort of online shopping/delivery service, so I'm stuck adulting today.  I have a feeling this day is going to require quite a bit of caffeine!











Top- Pinup Girl Clothing
Skirt- Pinup Girl Clothing
Shoes- Chelsea Crew
Petticoat- Malco Modes
Hair pins- c/o Ban.do
Bracelet- c/o Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski

I ended up working yesterday, so I didn't really have high hopes for Valentine's Day.  As I've mentioned before, Kevin and I don't really celebrate, but he surprised me by visiting me at work with flowers, a card, and lot of Porto's pastries.  Since we live about 30-45 minutes away from my job and he almost always has Bianca in tow, he never visits me.  It was a short and sweet visit and I absolutely applaud the effort!

We finished the night in matching Kylo Ren pajamas and ate burritos from the local Mexican restaurant.  Bianca was at grandma's house, so it was a rare dinner at home alone.  I have to say, this was probably one of the best Valentine's Day to date!

What did you do for your special day?  More importantly, what did you wear?

xoxo

Ashley

Daisies and Cream

There's nothing like a one-of-a-kind skirt!  I guess technically there's two, but the other one is in the closet of the very woman who made it: Gail from Red Ruby Vintage.  I've featured many of her items on my blog, I'm pretty sure I'm her biggest fan!  She uses vintage patterns and fabrics to create the most beautiful clothing.  If you've been following for some time, she's also the lovely lady behind my Brandy Rose dress.  I still get weird random people asking me to sell it (which will never happen)!











Top- Pinup Girl Clothing
Skirt- Red Ruby Vintage
Shoes- Chelsea Crew
Brooch- Luxulite
Belt- Pinup Girl Clothing
Lipstick- c/o Anastasia Beverly Hills in Sad Girl

Yesterday Bianca and I went to Disneyland alone (we do it about once a month) and it was more than a bit challenging.  She's arrived at the terrible twos with the grandest of entrances, and I can't help but feel embarrassed and then question my parenting style.  She was screaming like a crazy person for absolutely no reason.  I just don't know how to effectively curb this awful behavior and it makes me feel completely helpless.  I honestly want to keep her in hibernation until she grows out of this, which is hopefully soon!  I know it's not the answer (I wasn't being serious) but I'm almost scared to take her out these days.  Those judgmental stares haunt my dreams!

xoxo

Ashley