[basic training]

J. Crew peacoat // Target jeans // DIY t-shirt // Niv Elliot bag // gifted necklace // Urban Outfitter Kimichi Blue heels // CND nails // MAC 'Girl About Town' lipstick

I know, I know, wearing the same pants two days in a row is not good for fashion blogging but I can't help it- I have been living in these jeans lately! Tights take an extra second or two to put on so lately when I have to get up super early for school, sometimes I'd rather just throw these on and go. I have had a bunch of huge deadlines these last couple weeks and I just can't wait to relax!!

This bag is one of the accessories I'm making for my spring collection I will be presenting in May. You guys are getting the first look at some of my work! While designing this bag I knew I wanted a look that was playful and feminine but also something that could be an easy basic and look good with sportier outfits. It's made with two layers of thin frosted plastic with lemon colored lace between. I have a lot of metal details and accessories in the collection so I wanted to add some of that into the design so I used wire 'beads' and silver top-stitching. What do you think? I would love to hear your thoughts as this is just the prototype.

I brought this to school with my coffee thermos, an apple, and the basics: iPod, headphones, wallet, keys, hand sanitizer, you know... basics.