fashion lookbook: craving coral clutches

Need a summer wardrobe pick-me-up?

How about sporting a coral clutch.  If you're not ready or willing to go neon, 

bright coral is a classic way to kick up an outfit's intensity.

1.  Medium Foldover + Chandra Clutch, Angel Jackson

2.  Large Toto Clutch, Carmen Woods

3.  Flamingo Feather Pouch, Anthropologie

4.  Lauren Merkin 'Louise' Jute Clutch, Nordstrom

5.  Jerome Dreyfus Leon Calfskin Flap Clutch, Saks Fifth Avenue

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fashion lookbook: go tribal

This colorful patterned top from Anthropologie along with jewelry from 

On the Lookout, a newly launched line designed locally, inspired this tribal theme.  

I think a look is more individual and wearable when it's mixed 

with simple pieces so it's not overdone.  Pattern, beading, fringe, geometric shapes - paired with solid pieces, keeps it from being to too much.

The shirt is a spurge at $158, but everything else shown is under $100 or even $50.

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1.  Tarnish Natural Fedora, Nordstrom

2.  The One Necklaces, On the Lookout

3.  Take Flight Pendant Necklace, On the Lookout

4.  Shivali Dolman, Anthropologie

5.  Deena & Ozzy Shredded Square Scarf, Urban Outfitters

6.  Studded Fringe Hobo Bag, Forever 21

7.  3" Chino Short, JCrew

8.  Surf Bracelet, On the Lookout

9.  Steve Madden 'Pharroh' Sandal, Nordstrom

10.  New Moon Necklace, On the Lookout

fashion lookbook: can't get enough tuft

How can pom poms not make you smile?

They are dangling from handbags, scarves, jewelry and making a statement on shoes.

Have a ball and sport a few this season!

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1.  Straw Pom-pom Tote, Victoria's Secret

2.  Jadetribe Cosmetic Bags, Juno & Jove

3.  Pom Pom Key Ring, A.D.Deertz

4.  Diane von Furstenberg Pom Pom Silk Scarf, Saks Fifth Avenue

5.  ASOS Eclectic Mixed Friendship Bracelet, ASOS

6.  Matthew Williamson POm Pom Chain Bracelet, SSense

7.  Red Pom Pom Key Holder, Feather & Find

8.  Pom Pom Necklace by 'not heidi', LivedIn Coogee

9.  Juicy Couture Clutch, Bloomingdales

10.  Pom Pom Coin Purse, Pier 1 Imports

11.  Miz Mooz 'Yona' Wedge Sandal, Nordstrom

12.  Mar Y Sol Baja Oversized Tote, Shopbop

fashion lookbook: no more rules

I was in JCrew the other day wearing my perfectly worn-in leather jacket.

The saleswoman told me it would look great with white pants.  

When I replied 'not quite yet though', she said 'there are no more rules!'

So here's an outfit I'm ready to wear now, no more waiting for Memorial Day.


Getting ready for spring, leather looks great with white, 
but to make it season appropriate, mix it with rich, bright colors.
How about a little sparkle?  Not just for night anymore!
Loving the contrast of patterns.  Mix it up a bit!  No more matchy matchy.

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1.  Glass Bead Teardrop Earrings, Calypso

2.  Picta Scarf, Anthropologie

3.  Spun Star Loop, Anthropologie

4. Manu Blouse, Anthropologie

5.  My 5 year old Vince leather jacket

6.  Metal Bangle, H&M

7.  Tory Burch Ikat Scarf, Nordstrom

8.  Stone, Shell + Tassel Bracelet, H&M

9.  Ada Straw Clutch, Kayu

10.  Cebu Wood Sunglasses, Kayu

11.  Miz Mooz 'Yona' Wedge Sandal, Nordstrom

12.  White Denim Stretch Toothpick Jean, JCrew

13.  Reed Krakoff Atlantique Tote, Solar Print, Neiman Marcus

14.  Maria Sharapova by Cole Han 'Air Catalina' Sandal, Nordstrom

fashion lookbook: navy + tangerine

It started out last weekend at American Apparel.  I found this navy bag with a 

tangerine zipper. I saw myself using it as an everyday carryall that would fit my 

iPad + more, folding it over for a cool clutch in the evening.

It didn't take long to pull this group together from there. 

Did I mention that 'tangerine tango' is Pantone's color of the year?

I find it's about the mix in my wardrobe and home.

Spending a little more on one thing and mixing it with less expensive bargains. 

 Some items cost a bit more, but many are a steal 

(under $3 for the bracelet, not quite $11 for the jeans!).

1.  Bi Color Fedora, Tory Burch

2.  Memento Letter Charm, Madewell

3.  Striped Smocktop, Madewell

4.  Ling Sleeve Breton Top, Boden

5.  Wood Bead Bracelet, City Buddah

6.  3" Chino Short, JCrew

7.  Diane von Furstenberg Saffiano Printed iPhone Case, Nordstrom

8.  Medium Leather Carryall Pouch, American Apparel

9.  Cooperative Mini Wedge, Urban Outfitters

10.  Streetside Sandal, Madewell

11.  Stretch Skinny Jeans, Forever 21

A great pair of sunglasses and a bag that goes beyond the beach costs a bit more. 

Pair it up with a beach coverup form Target and you're ready to be waterside!

1.  Rounded Cat-eye Sunglasses, Tory Burch
2.  Rickey Bikini, Anthropologie
3.  Converse One Star Adria Swim Coverup, Target
4.  Longchamp Le Pliage Open Tote, Sands Point Shop
5.  Printed Emmy Sandal, Tory Burch


Love these for the men.

Patagonia 'Wavefarer' Board Shorts, Nordstrom

introducing jojo's fashion lookbook: watermelon, black + white + stripes all over

I (Heart) Fashion: Introducing....Fashion finds I love.

My close friends and family have called me Jojo for years. Now I want to share my personal fashion finds with you on a regular basis - through Jojo’s Fashion Lookbook.  
Each month I’ll highlight either what I am wearing now, a peak inside my closet 
(or what I want to be there!), or just modern style trends that inspire me. 
Keep your eyes and wallets peeled for my monthly fashion advice 
to give you the looks I love. 

February - this month - yes it’s Valentine’s Day, but it’s not 

Red or Pink, and no it’s not Summer but Watermelon is here, 

mixed with Black and White and Stripes all over!

I'm traveling south to Florida later this month...this is what I would love to pack!

The ultimate watermelon.

Valentino's Radzimir Dress.  C'mon...a girl can dream...
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top photo: Schoolboy blazer in Herringbone, JCrew
1. Tasha Crystal Hair Picks, Nordstrom
2. MICHAEL Michael Kors 'Hamilton Large' Tote, Nordstrom
3. Faceted Bead Necklace, Forever21
4. Merriweather Jacket, JCrew
5. Rebecca Minkoff iPhone 4 Case, Nordstrom
6. Billowy Pocket Top, Forever21
7. Kino Dress, Marimekko
8. Jodhpur Boots, Swedish Hasbeens
9. Habitual 'Audrey' Skinny Stretch Jean, Nordstrom
10. Kestrel Earrings, Anthropologie
11. Velvet Eyewear 'Joie' Sunglasses, Nordstrom
12. Split Stripes Scarf, Anthropologie
13. Laura Mercier Lip Glace, Nordstrom
14. Sydney Evan White Gold Cowbell Bracelet, Pink Turquoise, Ylang 23 
15. Rebecca Minkoff Striped iPad Case, Nordstrom
16. Drop Dress by H Fredriksson, Juno and Jove
17. Jennifer Myer Thin Gold Band Ring with Ruby, Ylang 23
18. Essie Nailpolish in Infatuation, Nordstroms
19. Longchamp Le Pliage Large Tote, Nordstrom
20. Sam Edelman 'Gigi' Sandal, Nordstrom
21. Raquel by Coclico, Juno and Jove
22. Ella Moss 'Ringo' Chevron Blouson Maxi Tank Dress, Nordstrom