





Mossimo sweater (summer style), Fire Los Angeles shorts (close match), GoJane studded boots (black version), and Xhilaration handbag (green version)
The abandoned lot of this demolished roadside motel and restaurant complex has always beckoned for a closer look. (See this really old post I did at the location for a peek at its restaurant before it was razed.) Despite plans to turn it into a modern residential complex, its signature mid-century signage serves as a reminder of its past heyday and current economic struggles. I find myself drawn to the colorful Western-themed graphics and feeling of placid desolation.
While the gloomy days of June have arrived, I should be looking forward to long and sunny summer days, but in reality, it's all about that pesky marine layer this time of year. On a positive note, it keeps temperatures nice and cool, makes for less crowded beaches, and enables me to get more mileage out of my lightweight sweaters and ankle boots. Meet my current outfit obsession: a thin sweater paired with printed shorts (that resemble a skirt) and some practical ankle boots. It's a simple (and in this case, colorful) formula that functions well for keeping gloom at bay when the sun refuses to shine.
26 comments:
I love those shorts! Very cute pictures...
Sara
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Great style. Love it.
xo, Petra
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I love those shorts!! :D And I love those signs ...so fun
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Love the studded boots! They look better in person than on the site! And I LOVE your shorts. Shorts that try to pose as skirts are my favorites. I remember wearing them back in the day. I think they were called "culottes". LOL. You look so cute and I'm a little jealous of you June Gloom. It's not so bad today, but it will be hot again in no time. <3
toni
love ur satchel and booties
Outstanding location. There's something about abandoned places that beckon to be explored.
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what a great backdrop!! too bad it won't be there for long. those boots are so adorable with the studs
im looking forward to sunnier days too!
love your bottoms! and also have always been a fan of old signs, so love those, too!
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Love the scenery for those photos! And those shorts are so much fun - what a cool pattern :)
Gorgeous shorts and the bright pink with the black just ties it all together nicely!
beijos,
Tiffany
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It seems you're already ready for summer with those florals + bright pinks (despite the 'gloomy June', what a weird but true phrase)!
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I feel the same about the LA June Gloom. On one hand I can't wait for the warm sun, but I also love to cool weather so I can wear my booties & sweaters for the last time. I love your look & the booties are amazing!
xo Annette
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those shorts are super fun! Ventura is NOTORIOUS for the gloom, isn't it? Come down to SD this summer :)
Adore the boots and you look great :) x
I absolutely love abandoned establishments, has something eerily romantic about them, and wait what ??Hot damn ! You make this sad looking motel come to life. x
how cute is this. that sign totally reminds me of las vegas and all the big hotel signs.
i love those colorful shorts too!
xo kaitlin
kaitgirl
Fantastic photos, I really like your shorts!
-Doris
Love how you're embracing June gloom with your fun, colorful shorts!
xo Ashley
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Adoring the bright colors of those shorts and that bag! Great background too!
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lovely floral shorts...the colors are so fun and bright. Hope the weather turns warmer soon so that you can wear this cute shorts more often! I like your bowler hat too, looks really stylish. And the neon pink bag is so stunning.
mongs
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I love the location! I am a big fan of exploring "unconventional" areas for a photo shesh :) I also love the printed shorts, so cute!
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I love the olf signs, and your right it would be such a shame to get rid of these.
Love your cute colourful shorts and those amazing ankle boots, been wanting to get a pair for a while now! :D
Thanks so much for your sweet comment.
Hope you have a lovely weekend x
Love this... my family has always loved checking out old abandoned things such as hotels, houses parks etc... so neat! Your outfit is awesome and I loveee the shoes!
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Love the hat. Love the shorts! Really great photography.
Cheers,
Lily
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Love the outfit!!!
xoxo
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