Repeat Offender

Joggers, Heels & Figuring Out Athleisure

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Hi friends! How was your weekend? I don't know if you remember, but one of my resolutions this year was to really see the west coast. That has taken the form of mini-one-weekend-vacations, which we've deemed "flash trips." So far I've been to Portland, Tahoe & as of this weekend Reno, Nevada! I ended up crashing a total "guy's weekend" to get there, but it was pretty great. I lost $10 on the penny slots and roulette machines & promptly closed my wallet. Luckily, my friends fared better. Actually, one of them took pity on my poor gambling skills & bought me an awesome AMERICA spirit jersey with his winnings. That's all I really wanted, anyway :D I can't wait to wear it MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND, which is coming up so, so soon!

Anywayyyy... I suspect the real reason you're checking in today is this outfit, so let's talk. I love the jogger pant. Always have, always will. In fact, looking back, would you agree that the jogger pant was our first hint of the athleisure trend gripping our country? In case you haven't heard of athleisure, it's basically wearing semi-athletic clothes (sometimes paired with other, nicer pieces) with no intent of actually exercising.

I'm so into it. Athletic clothes are probably the most comfortable clothes in my closet. Naturally I'm on board with dressing them up to wear all the time. Living in San Francisco, where my commute includes a several mile walk everyday, it's so convenient to wear Nike gym shoes with my work clothes & call it a fashion statement. Talk about efficiency!

What do you guys think about athleisure? Do you partake? & if you do, do you have separate athleisure clothes and actual workout clothes? I totally do. My athleisure clothes are way cuter. Although, I am trying to jump back on that exercise train.... maybe some cute workout clothes would help?

Maybe ;D

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Photos: Jacob Heath, Nikond3200 35mm / Edits: Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop / Location: Crissy Fields / Shirt: Lush from Nordstrom Rack / Joggers: Similar / Heels: Similar from Asos / Jacket: JCrew Factory

Layering a Jump Suit for Spring

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Last night at Starbucks I had to answer an access question before I could log into the free wifi. 

Choose one:
A. Spring is coming
B. Spring is here

They gave me immediate results, so I can tell you that 67% of the coffee drinking, Starbucks lovin' population of Rookwood Commons think that SPRING IS HERE. Out with the snow boots! Catch ya' later, eskimo coat!  Time to SHAKE. IT. OFF. 

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So here we are, pasty legs & all, ready to step, nay dance into Spring. Hit the tunes!

Okay, so clearly I'm excited. Anyways, coming to you today with a repeat offender. Remember this? Back then I called it a pant romper. Updates: I've learned romper + pants = jump suit. & that jumpsuit + cropped sweater = brand new outfit. That's some Annie-friendly math, friends.

Didn't recognize it?

I know! It looks like I invested in incredibly comfortable high rise gray jogger pants, but that's why layers are so awesome. We become outfit chameleons.

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In other news, Monday I finished the serial podcast series while I was sitting in the parking lot at Madewell. Which is where I was heading to meet up with their amazing event planner for updates on the Madewell/Ida Street Event April 2nd. Don't forget to RSVP! (rsvpkenwood@madewell.com) You def don't want to miss these sweet deals. & it's just in time for spring :D

Love you guys! xo 

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Jump suit:  dolan via TJ Maxx 2014 (similar from zappos)
Sweater:  Comfy USA via Curate Boutique 2014 (similar from shopbop) (similar Forever21)
Booties: J.Crew Factory 2014/2015 (ON SALE!!!!!!!!!! .. bonus extra 30% off everything with promo: HEYSPRING)
Earrings: Gifted.. thanks Katie Burton! 2011 (similar) (or rent from Kate Spade NY)
Photography: Jackie Butler