christmas recap.

cape & necklace: gifted, top: h&m, belt: banana republic, jeans: blank, shoes: betsey johnson

christmas at the surti residence was pretty amazing! the day started off with a little gift opening – we decided not to go crazy on gifts this year, but my mom did get me this fabulous cape and a insanely soft bath robe (i’d been wanting one to bring out my inner rachel zoe).  then my brother made a fabulous brunch full of homemade brioche, sticky buns, and some huevos rancheros:

this was one of the first holidays i’d ever spent without my cousins, so after a call to the airport i decided to fly out and visit them all in south carolina! it was a great little impromptu trip and now i’m in south carolina until friday.  i’m really thankful for my crazy lifestyle that allows me to work from pretty much anywhere – so here I am warm, cozy, and happy with my cousins in south carolina!

hope all of your holidays were fabulous!

embroidered.

salwar, bangals, and shoes: from india, earrings: urban outfitters, ring: margaret ellis

i went to a casual indian wedding last weekend and i thought it'd be fun to snap a few shots of my salwar! this is a vintage one that my mom shortened when she went to india last month and i love all the beautiful embroidery.  i think i might even wear the top part as a dress during the summer!

how's everyone's holiday going? i'm soooo excited for christmas - it's one of my favorite holidays of the year :)

gift guide!

women's gifts:

1. hand poured soy candles / old made good / $10.00

2. opi holiday nail colors / pretty and cute / $8.00

3. jeffrey campbell night walk / solestruck / $169.95

4. infinity circle scarf / valentinevalentine / $52.00

men's gifts:

5. tartan check bag / ben sherman / $108.00

6. handmade tie / otis james / $110.00

7. willie rigid denim / imogene and willie / $250.00

8. vallelunga watch / autodromo / $425.00

hope this helps with your holiday shopping!

school girl.

photography by: chad davis

skirt: h&m, blouse, ring, earrings: vintage, oxfords: off broadway, socks: tommy hilfiger, belt: banana republic

yes folks, i'm wearing flats! the other day i was inspired by all of the cute kids i saw running around in school uniforms and decided use that inspiration for this outfit!  my friend chad took these photos at this fun coffee shop called portland brew in east nashville. i don't normally take photos inside, but he has a great eye and i thought this was a really great place to take a few shots!

in other news - this weekend has been filled with christmas activities! last night i went to a holiday party and today i'm going christmas shopping and caroling! i love the holidays :)

pilot.

photography by: chad davis

jacket: vintage, dress & socks: urban outfitters, shoes: lucky brand, ring: f21, cuff: sleeveless

this jacket is so cool. it's a boy's large, vintage jacket and i'm seriously in love with it!  i paired it with some fun over the knee socks (one of my FAVORITE fall/winter trends) and my most comfortable pair of heels.

i had a great time in chicago last weekend, thanks for all of the recommendations! i'll fill you in on my adventures later this week :)

hope you're all having a lovely day!

aztec-y.

 

photography by: chad davis

sweater: moda, shorts: vintage levis, boots: bcbg, clutch & earrings: sleeveless, ring: f21, top: pinkyotto

i've pretty much been living in this aztec-inspired sweater recently - it's so comfortable & cozy! nashville weather has been utterly crazy, so i was lucky enough to wear it over my cut offs one last time.

btw, i'm heading to chicago this weekend! any recommendations on where to visit/eat/shop?

hope everyone's having a great week!