Pink Lace + Silver Oxfords

Things that make me giddy:

1. Metallic Oxfords 
No offense to shoeshine boys - these oxfords are the shiniest pair I've ever laid eyes on. These shoes revise the borrowed-from-the-boys silhouette of a kicky oxford flat. They are the perfect excuse to leave your high heels at home [even though I never need an excuse to wear flats.]

2. Exploring San Francisco 
San Francisco or the City by the Bay as many call it is darling yet urban with its quaint neighborhoods and steep hills. Every time I shoot, which is when I do the most exploring I am continuously captured by the cities loveliness at every turn. Cable cars, magnificent bridges and natural beauty - it's easy to understand why so many people leave their heart in the City by the Bay. 

3. Farmers Markets 
Farmers markets offer an abundance of incredible products and it's never been easier to eat local. Let me be honest that isn't why I go though. Hungry? They offer some of the best street food to tide you over and if you're like me you love them for the atmosphere as well as the beautiful fresh blooms. 

What makes you giddy?! Spill, sister!

CLOTHING DETAILS 

JCrew Factory Printed Classic Button Down Shirt [Similar]

Juicy Couture Neon Cord Lace Jacket 

JCrew Turner Pant 

Kendra Scott Lucca Bangle Bracelets 

Kendra Scott Cassie Bracelet 

Kendra Scott "Atlantic" Deily Drop Earrings [SOLD OUT]

J.Crew Factory Metallic Oxfords

PHOTO CREDIT | Rachel Radcliffe 

Life Is A Party, Dress Like It

Let’s talk dress up. 

I have gotten a lot of emails in regards to what I think you should wear to specific events or what needs to be in your closet. Sometimes they are just a question and sometimes it turns into a flown blown styling.

So I've decided instead of emailing together, I figured you could just take me with you! I am now offering styling sessions. I get it. This can sound ridiculous. "You can invite me to play dress up with you." Who would do that? And why on earth would you...

Because it is an investment in yourself. I love styling services and this way we can go through your closet, put different looks together or just plan out what you should wear for  a summer wedding. What better way to feel confident than knowing you have 10 outfits planned out for the season, than freaking out right before you go to a birthday dinner where a guy who doesn't know he is your future husband will be there?

I can service San Francisco. However, for those of you outside the Bay Area, you are in luck, personal styling can easily be done over the internet. You and I can work together to help you achieve a wardrobe you love while sitting on your couch. We can shop online together or your current closet, while creating a list of times that would spark up your wardrobe. 

One of my favorite aspects of blogging is getting to meet you and help find styles to suit you individually. This new venture is a great way for me to get you over those wardrobe hurdles. The best part is there is no cost associated with the service because I want you to think of this as time spent with your fashionable best friend! 

E-mail away at annachristinapalagi@gmail.com!

{all images found via Pinterest}

The Dress Code

Good Morning! I hope you all had an incredibly relaxing weekend! I'm sorry I've been so absent over the past month, I took a mental checkout in order to focus on real life. God has curved my path. I am not sure where it will lead and I am on the road to find out.  

I haven't stopped thinking about you all and I have some fabulous posts planned for you! 

  

In the PR industry looks aren't everything [but they sure can help.] How many films hinge on a simple wardrobe change as a transformative experience for the character? The Devil Wears Prada showed us how public relations is an image business and how you look is as much your calling card as the one in your wallet. In simple terms: dressing well is a form of good manners. 

The safest way to dress is to stick with simple, understated clothing  For women, it is important to keep color, accessories to a minimum. Whether you work in a casual environment, teach or are in a more strict office, we all need color in our wardrobe. This skirt is the perfect touch of feminine meets office and the material is light for summer! I even like to pair mine with one of my favorite graphic tees with sandals for a summer date. 

In the business of PR, looking the part is key to being able to communicate effectively to your audience. Appearances in general are important and the clothing one wears can, at a minimum, be a distraction. For example, don't wear a ball gown to a baseball game. But always remember beauty begins at the moment you decide to be yourself.

PHOTO CREDIT | Rachel Radcliffe