color blocking…

i’m not the most comfortable with color (i have drawers filled with black, grey, & white, oy!), but these outfits from zara’s recent lookbook are incredibly inspiring. these shots have me reconsidering, entering the bright side…


monica is…

…visiting new/favorite cafes & loving my latest purchases!

i’ve had a few food outings & fun shopping trips, but all i can think about is enjoying my upcoming summer trip! hopefully planning can begin soon, but i’m anxious to visit san francisco, portland, & seattle. there are definitely a few foodie spots on my radar & i can’t wait to scratch them off my list! what are your summer plans? —mon

blood pressures…


1. topshop floral kimono

2. need supply rosary (no longer available)

3. hoorsenbuhs dame phantom ring

4. tokyo milk bulletproof

5. alexander wang livia bootie

6. lipstick queen red sinner


wish*list mondays…

i’m am a lover of breakfast, so this toaster & coffee cup warmer from pop art toaster, is right up my alley. retro inspired with snarky toaster inserts that include “bite me” & wacky smiley faces, who can’t help but have a better day after that?


wish*list mondays…

it’s been raining quite a bit in los angeles, but if i had this adorable umbrella from pasotti ombrelli, maybe i wouldn’t miss the sun that much!