Friday, August 21, 2015

Green and Gold Walk By the Water

Saks Fifth Avenue Kenneth Lane gold wave bracelet, Gucci Sunglasses, green python print scarf, green python print Ivanka Trump Flap Bag with Gold Chain and gold hardware, BCBG tan platform heels with laser cut design, white prime cut bodycon dress, gold vintage earrings

Saks Fifth Avenue Kenneth Lane gold wave bracelet, Gucci Sunglasses, green python print scarf, green python print Ivanka Trump Flap Bag with Gold Chain and gold hardware, BCBG tan platform heels with laser cut design, white prime cut bodycon dress, gold vintage earrings

Saks Fifth Avenue Kenneth Lane gold wave bracelet, Gucci Sunglasses, green python print scarf, green python print Ivanka Trump Flap Bag with Gold Chain and gold hardware, BCBG tan platform heels with laser cut design, white prime cut bodycon dress, gold vintage earrings

Saks Fifth Avenue Kenneth Lane gold wave bracelet, Gucci Sunglasses, green python print scarf, green python print Ivanka Trump Flap Bag with Gold Chain and gold hardware, BCBG tan platform heels with laser cut design, white prime cut bodycon dress, gold vintage earrings

Saks Fifth Avenue Kenneth Lane gold wave bracelet, Gucci Sunglasses, green python print scarf, green python print Ivanka Trump Flap Bag with Gold Chain and gold hardware, BCBG tan platform heels with laser cut design, white prime cut bodycon dress, gold vintage earrings

Saks Fifth Avenue Kenneth Lane gold wave bracelet, Gucci Sunglasses, green python print scarf, green python print Ivanka Trump Flap Bag with Gold Chain and gold hardware, BCBG tan platform heels with laser cut design, white prime cut bodycon dress, gold vintage earrings

Saks Fifth Avenue Kenneth Lane gold wave bracelet, Gucci Sunglasses, green python print scarf, green python print Ivanka Trump Flap Bag with Gold Chain and gold hardware, BCBG tan platform heels with laser cut design, white prime cut bodycon dress, gold vintage earrings
Bag: Ivanka Trump Similar Similar
Bracelet: Kenneth Jay Lane Similar
Heels: BCBG Similar
Dress: Prime Cut Similar 
Glasses: Gucci
Earrings: Vintage Similar Similar
Hair: Angie Williams @ Flaunt Salon
Makeup: Elizabeth Jones @ No Labels, Just Beauty
Photography: Franz Swantko

Hello!  Happy Friday!  I hope everyone is ready for some fun this weekend :)  It's been a struggle to get outdoors recently because I have been glued to my computer so much.  However, I decided to take a stroll down by the water to get some daylight for these photos.  Green is one of my favorite colors, and it really doesn't matter what shade it comes in.  Today, I paired a sea green snake print purse with gold accents and a white dress.  I can't believe I found this matching scarf to go with it.  I got this Kenneth Jay Lane bracelet at Saks and I love how it matched the gold hardware on this flap bag by Ivanka Trump from Marshalls.  I really love her designs because they are so classy.  Do you own any Ivanka Trump bags?  

You can see more of my everyday life photos on Instagram if you follow me on Instagram @ astylishlovestory :)

Hope you have a fun weekend!

XO Joanna


Thursday, August 13, 2015

#SeeSummerBetter with Warby Parker Glasses

Stumptown Coffee Roasters Long Beach, vintage purse, green couch, window, Cappucino, See Summer Better, Warby Parker
Hello!  How is everyone's summer going?  Last weekend, I decided to get up early before most people on a Saturday morning because I felt that too much of my time was wasted sleeping in on the weekends when I could be out in the sunshine enjoying a walk, hunting for vintage treasures, or drinking a cup of coffee with friends.  I enjoy those mornings the most because I feel I can catch up on things I can't do during the week.  How about you?  How do you feel about waking up early on the weekends?
Stumptown Coffee Roasters Long Beach, vintage purse, green couch, window, Cappucino, See Summer Better, Warby Parker



Stumptown Coffee Roasters, Cappucino, See Summer Better, Warby Parker, pedicure, pink nails, sandals





black chandelier, Stumptown Coffee Roasters Long Beach, See Summer Better, Warby Parker

These lovely photos are of the Green House Cafe serving up Stumptown Coffee in downtown Long Beach.  They serve up delicious house-roasted direct-trade coffee.  I ordered a cappuccino and it was smooth!  This coffee house is my favorite not only because it has exceptional coffee, but also because it has two stories with large lovely windows to gaze out of.  It also has nice comfy couches to sit in while you sip on your cup of hot yummy brew.  Mmm!  To check out Stumptown Coffee Roasters click on this link here


Coffee Bike Rack, See Summer Better, Warby Parker, Stumptown Roasters
The Warby Parker company contacted me to snap some shots of the local hot spots I have been hanging out at this summer and how I would #SeeSummerBetter wearing a pair of Warby Parker lenses.  For a local spot like this, I would definitely pick the "Banks"  model of sunglasses in Sea Smoke Tortoise. 

Sunglasses - Banks in Sea Smoke Tortoise

Stumptown Roasters Long Beach

Or perhaps, these Warby Parker sunglasses!
Sunglasses - Banks in Ginger Crystal
The "Banks" model in Ginger Crystal
I did not receive payment or a product for this post.  The reason I decided to participate in the #SeeSummerBetter campaign for Warby Parker is that for every pair of glasses sold, a pair is distributed to someone in need.  Being able to help other people is one of the reasons I started this blog, and there is nothing better than the feeling of helping someone else in need. So, if you'd like to help someone else who "really needs to see summer better" with a pair of glasses, please check out their website here



Stumptown Coffee Roasters, Cappucino, See Summer Better, Warby Parker



Hope you have a Sensational Week and #See Summer Better with a Pair of Glasses from Warby Parker.  Also, please check out their #seesummerbetter photos on Instagram!



XO Joanna




Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Fierce Felines & Fringe

My Alley Cat







My cat's look today is "mildly amused".







Fringe Skirt: Black Bead Similar Similar
 Tank: Nikibiki
Belt: Steve Madden Similar
Scarf: Y's Yohji Yamamoto Similar Similar Similar
Sunnies: Gucci
Heels: BCBG Similar Similar Similar
Bracelet: Sparkl Tina
Makeup: Cynthia Jensen @ Envy Beauty Studio
Hair: Loryn Ruiz-Mendoza @ Envy Beauty Studio
Photography: Franz Swantko & Joanna Joy


Hello!  How is your week going?  How do you feel about wearing fringe?  I love the vibe of fringe pieces.  Fringe has movement and swings and sways when you walk.  Do you own any fringe items? I paired it with this amazing scarf from Yohji Yamamoto because the colors and feel of the fringe tassels on the bottom accented this skirt from Black Bead so well.  I love various shades of warm-toned clothing, so it was nice to find so many earthy colors in this set that I could combine together.  Of course, this skirt was too long, so I had to add some height with these laser cut platforms from BCBG.

Also, do you own a cat?  I Love Cats!  My cat wandered into this photo shoot and technically she is my cat, but I rescued her from the streets and gave her food and a home.  However, I quickly figured out that she would rather roam the great alleys of the city searching for adventure and other groups of cats to roam and play with, sniff through the trash in the dumpster, and drink from the stagnant puddles in the streets.  Who knew?  She only comes home in the mornings for her special can food, cat treats, and a warm couch or bed to sleep in.  I guess you could say that I tend to attract the stray cats haha.

Life has been busier than usual these days.  A few new blog opportunities coming my way has kept me a busy bee.  Getting up earlier and staying up later to tackle all the projects of the day has been challenging, but I realize that you have to face whatever those challenges may be with a fierceness to succeed and to overcome those challenges...along with a bold cup of coffee haha!  When I think of facing challenges, I think of our fierce feline friends...our cats.  Okay, so they may look all cute and cuddly with their fur coats and sound irresistible with their compelling meows, but when it comes right down to it, they are Fierce.  They know what they want, and what they don't want.  If they want to run around and chase mice, they chase after them with fervor.  If they want you to pet them, they will crawl up on your lap and block you from blogging on your computer or sit right in front of your television screen if you aren't giving them enough attention.  There is a lot we can learn from them.  They never worry about how they look when they go out (they were born with a fabulous coat), they are always curious and eager to learn (what's around the corner or in that paper bag), they are brave and take risks, and they are confident in their skills and abilities to do what they were born to do (hunt for opportunities and sense when it's time to pounce).  Naturally, when they need to restore their energy, they rest (and take cat naps).  Oh, how I love those adorable furballs:)

Hope you have a Fabulously Fierce Week!

XO Joanna