LBD

I was lucky enough to have a babysitter for two weekends in a row, so I hit the town again last night in this all black ensemble.  I suppose, I really should start wearing more colour, but well. . .black is just so universally flattering.  This dress was a steal for just 10 euros at Penney's and it fit really well. I paired it with some leather accessories- my Mansur Gavriel bucket bag and Sandro jacket.

For any sushi lovers out there, I discovered The Best sushi in Dublin and probably in all of Ireland.  I fancy myself a bit of a sushi connoisseur from growing up in California, but this far the sushi in Ireland has left something to be desired. . . Until now!  I would highly recommend dining at Rustic Taste which is a new restaurant that has only been open for three months.  It was the bomb! xo

Dress Penney's// Jacket Sandro// Bag Mansur Gavriel// Shoes Carvella

Salmon, tuna and halibut nigiri

Crop Tops and Cool Walls

I visited my Cork last weekend for the first time in 6 months and man, I love that city!  Cork is my second home (after Cali) and I lived there for 10 years.  It felt so good to be back and walk all those familiar streets.  I got a chance to eat at my favourite vegetarian restaurant Cafe Paradiso for an early birthday celebration.  Then we hit the town!  I wore a crop top and high waisted pants along with my favourite leather jacket and new Mansur Gavriel bucket bag.  xo

PS - how cool is this wall!

Top Missguided// Pants Cameo// Bag Mansur Gavriel// Shows Caravella

Leather jacket Sandro

Baked Alaska with fresh strawberries and passion fruit from Cafe Paradiso

Goodbye Donegal

The time has come to leave Donegal, and I am very sad. . .Tomorrow, after spending a year in Letterkenny, we will be packing up the moving van and heading for Dublin.  This county is so beautiful, with gorgeous national parks and some of the best beaches in the world.  I firmly believe that when you live somewhere, you leave a little piece of your heart there and it will be with your forever. . . .I shot this last look for the blog in a town called Ramelton. So farewell Donegal, it's been real. . . Until we meet again xo

Top Sandro// Overalls Penney's// Bag Mansaur Gabriel// Shoes Zara

Capes and Plaid

I took these pictures a few days ago before snow blanketed Ireland and you could still wear clothes like these without absolutely freezing to death!  I got this high waisted Sandro skirt in the sales at Brown Thomas.  It's super versatile and I am going to wear it to work with a smart collared shirt and also on  nights out with a crop top.  On this occasion, I paired it with a cropped sweater and cape to keep warm.  xo

Party Pants

I do love me a printed pant! And where better to wear this brightly coloured pair than while on holiday in a warm place.  I paired these "party pants" with a simple black top and my trusty leather jacket.  A leather jacket is a must have staple for any wardrobe.  I invested in this one from Sandro a few years ago and continue to wear it often.  It's worth spending a bit more money on this wardrobe essential as you can wear it year after year.  I also love the leather fringe detailing on this top.  Thanks for stopping by and Happy Thanksgiving to all my fellow Americans out there! xo

Leather Pants Two Ways

I recently bought these vegan leather trousers in H&M and they were a steal at under 30 euros.  Vegan leather is great as it's way cheaper than real leather and easier to take care of too.  These pants are so comfortable that I have been wearing them nearly every weekend.  I paired them with a Zara coat with quilted leather sleeves and also with a Zara blanket scarf.  Large plaid scarves are huge this season and I think the best selection can be found at Penney's and Zara. xo

Scarf Zara, sweater J Crew, trousers H&M

Coat Zara, top Sandro, trousers H&M, shoes Top Shop

Bracelets Cartier

Monochrome at the G

I was in Galway a few weeks ago for a medical conference and I decided to stop by the G hotel for a bite to eat and one of their famous cocktails.  This hotel is a bloggers dream - it was designed in part by milliner Phillip Treacy and has so many unique and gorgeous features.  I just so happened to het chatting to photographer Peter Harkin who was there to shoot a wedding and he took these gorgeous photos for me.  (It sure beats my husband or four year old taking the photos!!)  Check out his work here: www.peterharkin.com

Top Sandro, pants and clutch Penney's, shoes Valentino

Playing Catch Up: Part 2

Here's a look back at some of the casual outfits I wore over the past few months.  When I'm not working I just like to be as comfy as possible and I usually wear sweaters, T-shirts and jeans.  Sometimes when I'm really lazy I'll even wear leggings and a baggy sweatshirt, but you won't be seeing those outfits here!! I've also been favouring tops with clever, cheeky slogans lately, as you can see!

 Thanks for stopping by.  xo

Dungarees Penney's, T-shirt Minusey, shoes Top Shop, bag Mulberry

Sweatshirt Kitson, work out pants (I'm sure you're not interested in where I got them!)

Top Sandro, jeans Gap, shoes Next, bag Chanel

T-shirt Kitson, leather jacket Sandro, jeans Gap