tommy girl.

Lets hit the roof.

A$AP Ferg might have his fit down to his Tommy boxers but I'm just gonna put it out there that Hilfiger jeans are a bit of a step up from underwear (slight shade). I found these vintage beauties at the Melrose Trading Post last weekend and I'm quite infatuated with my purchase, because nothing says spending your fashion school graduation money wisely like buying old jeans.

In addition to the blues, I finally got to wear my new Water White tee out (in the heat) and felt very cool. If you don't know already, the tee is designed by NY rapper Justin Rose who I interviewed a while back). Best get on that wave quick.

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PSS. Shoutout Marissa for helping take pics and let me loose on her roof. 

sunny daze

Monochrome is cool and all but I'm still on the saturated colors wave. Found this somewhat amazing yellow sweatshirt at the Goodwill near Fairfax a few days ago. Why spend $250 on a logo hoodie when you can spend $6 at the thrift store? Its not Supreme or Palace but it looks dope either way. The rest of the look (minus the boots) is also thrifted, the shorts from Goodwill as well and the flame bandanna from Iguana Vintage on Hollywood. 

Might just wear this or something similar to the GOLF show coming up in June. Super excited to see what Tyler, the Creator puts together for his first ever fashion show. Also cool to see an artist make this event available to the public instead of just for so called industry insiders. 

Till next time.

Ps. Photos are by Austin Hunkins

Don't Play Nice

Neon pink in the desert. How risqué! Of course denim and neutrals remain very classic in the great outdoors, but why not add a pop of color whilst exploring. As my outfits usually come together with no major brain proccesing, I last minute decided to pair my crotchet top from Happiness with my high waisted/wide leg jeans. During the course of the day I also added a bandana from APPRVL to complete my outfit (copped from the Desert & Denim trade show in Joshua Tree). All together I think the combination gives off an Americana vibe without feeling monotonous. What do you think?

Ps. I've been wearing my Vans since December almost everyday. I don't know if its my infatuation with skaters, or the fact that they're the comfiest sneakers I've owned, but I would definitely recommend getting them as a staple piece of footwear (these are the slimmer hi top design).

Suede Jury

Getting outside feels good.

Although I felt very ready getting into the new year, February didn't exactly go as I planned. But even though I've felt a little bit under the weather and uninspired recently, there's nothing a little adventure can't help. With a work trip to Joshua Tree currently underway, I feel ready for new views and new ideas. 

A good outfit can also make a world of a difference.

Vintage suede + criss crop top from Zara + Americana accessories = Desert Nostalgia

Oh, and you might want to hear this:

It's Personal

Shirt: Frenemy

Jeans: Necessary Clothing

Personalized jackets are better than personal issues.

Added a little something to this 5 dollar, denim jacket I bought at Goodwill with a bit of fabric, sewing materials, and a few extra evening hours. Baby Blue because even when the California sun is beaming down you can get the blues (and of course there's that one amazing song).

Aquamarine

There's something about bright turquoise hair that just makes you take everything a little less seriously (in the best way possible). My hair is more colorful than ever and I think it adds a touch of nonchalant attitude to my daily outfits. Or maybe I just feel like I look cooler than I actually am, and if I can look a little cool then maybe I can eventually be half as cool as Rihanna,.

See its all very logical.

Top/Dress: Necessary Clothing

Denim Shirt: Vintage Pem Co

Boots: DSW

Jungle.

Overalls: Red Light Vintage, Sneakers: Steve Madden

https://soundcloud.com/waylivecartel/doublecupped

Money is the Anthem?

Somewhere in the smoggy hills of LA's Griffith Park lays an abandoned zoo that used to house everything from lions to monkeys. Call it what you want in its current state, it now features a visual wonderland of graffiti and decaying structures that are equal parts cool and spooky. You can even make your way into some of the old cages and buildings by holes created in the fence, what's adventure without a little bit of danger? Though the only danger in this case might be getting a cut from the jagged iron edges. Nonetheless, this is certainly a cool location for a day time trip, or to take some out of town visitors for a "weird Los Angeles" experience. And hey, you could also bring some spray paint to test your artistic talent...

The Old L.A. Zoo

Griffith Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027

One Time for my LA Sisters

Sometimes the past is the best inspiration. Today's outfit is undeniably 1990's, from the denim overalls to the bucket hat and Calvin Klein set. Yet even with its very throwback origins it manages to look fresh as ever for 2014. Although this look has been done countless times and seems to continue its voyage through the Tumblr realm, I still don't get tired of it. There's something about the combination of comfort and attitude that is just so right.

See what I'm saying:

R&B queen Aaliyah

Modern day rapper (and my favorite) Chance (the Rapper)

Vintage Ms.Moss in those infamous pants

Kendall in her Calvins

LL Cool J sporting a bucket

Internet starlets with buckets will never get old

PS. Listen to this: Forest Hills Drive