Background Noise

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Background Noise - Step Inside My Closet - Celine, JustBlack, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, Lucky Brand, outfit ideas, YSL,
I've always been an extremely shy person by nature. Pair that sense of shyness with a striking sense of quietness all bottled up in a 5'2" frame and you have Ann. These features are often perceived as a sense of weakness - an easy target. I'm not the type to open up to a person right away, and am often always monitoring what I say, afraid of how it is being absorbed by the other person. In other words, there's a lot of background noise going on in my head. So many buzzing thoughts! 

However, once that cooling sense of comfort washes over a relationship, you find that there's all lot more bottled up than just a shy, quiet girl. I love talking (and talking, and talking. Just try and shut me up once I get going...hence how much I write.) fashion, food, and cracking sarcastic remarks to make people others smile. I have endured and encountered many situations and individuals who played a role in making my once innocent quiet nature turn into a shield, a cover from those with an unrelenting fascination with tearing others down. 

You know the ones, right? Everyone has encountered the mean girls / guys who forge their own self anger, jealousies, and pain and hurl it at those with an easy target on their back in hopes of themselves in turn feeling superior. What's often forgotten is that those are the people that are often superior in their own minds and the people that forget that down the road, the time they wasted spitting out bad karma will lead them nowhere in life.

In the moment, it's hard to realize that. The best, but most hard advice I received at times like this is that, karma will come back around to them. It may not come when you want it to, but what goes around will come back around. 
Background Noise - Step Inside My Closet - Celine, JustBlack, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, Lucky Brand, outfit ideas, YSL,
That being said, I learned to keep my head down and keep hustling. In the age of #GirlBosses, it is enlightening to see that hard work and determination pays off so much more than succumbing to your bullies. Feeling successful in what you are so passionate about doing is the most important thing to focus on in life. If the haters want to watch, then let them! They're just adding to your fan base.

As now a certified Health Coach (Yay!), I learned through my training to have single-pointed focus. Mute the background noise chatter and aim your focus on the goals most passionate to you - the rest will fall into place.

Rocking a confidence building outfit doesn't hurt either. I've paired my go-to essentials all together to make the comfiest, street style outfit. This body suit from Kendall + Kylie even has a cutout on the back, making it a perfect day-to-night core piece!

Bodysuit: Kendall + Kylie 

Jeans: JustBlack Denim (Similar)

Shoes: Lucky Brand

Sunglasses: YSL

Bag: Celine 

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Background Noise - Step Inside My Closet - Celine, JustBlack, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, Lucky Brand, outfit ideas, YSL,
Background Noise - Step Inside My Closet - Celine, JustBlack, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, Lucky Brand, outfit ideas, YSL,
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Bows & Lace

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Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,

Spring looks good on New York - even if it lasts for 2 minutes. Spring is such an off season, for me at least. You can see summer just miles away, but still have the slightest taste of a bit of cold from winter. One thing I do truly love about spring is pulling out colorful sun dresses and sauntering around blooming flowers in Central Park. Add in my favorite Bow Bridge? That right there is pure bliss. 
Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,

This color block lace dress by Alexis makes me feel like I'm on an episode of Southern Charm. I love the flowing skirt and am absolutely obsessed with the neckline. Colorful lace is definitely an unusual choice from me and my go-to minimalistic looks...but who doesn't like going full on a girly for even just a minute? Now these shoes are full on glam, since the hail from the Kendall + Kylie collection. They are extremely comfortable, and the minimalist structure is just amped up by the suede material. Since open toed shoes are back in queue, my toes are all dazzled up in my Smith + Cult nail polish in the color Kundalini Hustle. It lives up to it's name, because it stands up forever and is definitely a polish I can hustle in for weeks. 

Seeing spring pop up and feeling the warm weather roll in made for a blissful week (scoring Harry Styles tickets was also an added bonus. SWOON!) This week, why not try going full on girly? There's no shame in turning up the volume on some obvious feminine fads. 

Dress: Alexis 


Nail Polish: Smith + Cult

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Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,
Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,
Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,
Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,
Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,
Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,
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Bows & Lace - Step Inside My Closet - Alexis, Kendall + Kylie, lucky, outfit ideas, Smith + Cult,
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Springing For Supreme

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Step Inside My Closet - Springing For Supreme - Adidas, Supreme New York, Supreme, Gucci, Lacoste, Spanx

My eyes never opened up more to the true world of street style until I was introduced to Supreme. It's the mecca of all things streetwear, with a Soho vibe that just can't be beat. At first, I was skeptical of the brand - but now I am slowly starting to see why people line up days in advance for their weekly drops. I mean...have you seen the 
collab they did with Louis Vuitton? Total goals. My first purchase was beanie - but now I've claimed my beloved Lacoste x Supreme oversized sweatshirt..

Step Inside My Closet - Springing For Supreme - Adidas, Supreme New York, Supreme, Gucci, Lacoste, Spanx

A walk through Washington Square Park was made complete with this exuberantly comfortable outfit, fit for a springy day of total street style goals. My go-to basic black leggings matched up with my go-to Adidas Tubular sneakers. I could walk mile after mile after mile in these shoes - and that's no exaggeration. Should I use them for the gym? Sure. Will I use them to walk to stuff a crepe in my mouth? Yes, and already happened. The last thing to top this blackout look is my new Gucci cross-body bag. This is my life, my soul, my current prized possession. Maybe that's a bit extreme, but at the same time it's really not. 

Cheers to a fresh new week - and a brand new Supreme drop!


Bottoms: Spanx

Shoes: Adidas

Bag: Gucci

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New York State of Mind

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Step Inside My Closet - New York State Of Mind - Ashley Bridget, Celine, Chanel, Cinq a Sept, Givenchy, Halston Heritage, JustBlack

There is something about the atmosphere of New York that fulfills me with an electric endless energy.  The motivation and creativity that surrounds and coats every inch of every block leaves me feeling refreshed and always wanting more. Time in New York this time around is especially exciting - because apartment hunting is on the horizon...and an apartment has been found (Hi, Central Park!). There is nowhere quite like New York that holds my captivity for my passions of fashion, nutrition, beauty, and fitness. Did I mention aesthetic? Soho definitely packs a punch as the perfect back drop to the most soul fulfilling and confidence creating outfit. 

Step Inside My Closet - New York State Of Mind - Ashley Bridget, Celine, Chanel, Cinq a Sept, Givenchy, Halston Heritage, JustBlack

The simple structure of this double-breasted wool coat by Halston Heritage is paired with the frills and fuss of my top from Cinq a Sept. Basic high waisted black jeans have been tucked into my mind boggling beautiful new babies, Givenchy suede and leather ankle boots. For minimalist accessories, I chose my quilted Chanel sunnies + my Celine tote that will be a forever staple among my closet. The most fitting item in this outfit for the theme of my endless admiration for NYC is my Jet Set Collection New York bracelet by Ashely Bridget. Simplistic and straight to the point - two characteristics that always catch my eye. 

Coat: Halston Heritage || Top: Cinq a Sept || Bottoms: Just Black Denim

Shoes: Givenchy || Sunglasses: Chanel || Bracelet: Ashley Bridget || Bag: Celine

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Step Inside My Closet - New York State Of Mind - Ashley Bridget, Celine, Chanel, Cinq a Sept, Givenchy, Halston Heritage, JustBlack
Step Inside My Closet - New York State Of Mind - Ashley Bridget, Celine, Chanel, Cinq a Sept, Givenchy, Halston Heritage, JustBlack
Step Inside My Closet - New York State Of Mind - Ashley Bridget, Celine, Chanel, Cinq a Sept, Givenchy, Halston Heritage, JustBlack
Step Inside My Closet - New York State Of Mind - Ashley Bridget, Celine, Chanel, Cinq a Sept, Givenchy, Halston Heritage, JustBlack
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Step Inside My Closet - New York State Of Mind - Ashley Bridget, Celine, Chanel, Cinq a Sept, Givenchy, Halston Heritage, JustBlack
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Central Park On The Rocks

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Step Inside My Closet - Central Park On The Rocks / Rag & Bone, Lovers + Friends, JustBlack, UGG, Celine, outfit ideas,

In case you didn't know by now, New York City has stolen my heart...and I don't mind. On Instagram (@StepInsideMyCloset) I was posting quite a few (not even sorry) pictures from my recent trip to New York. This is just a glimpse into one of my favorite parts - Central Park. 

The first step in going central park chic with a twist of adventure? This color block 'Charlie' jacket by Lovers + Friends. The cozy material kept this girl as warm as I could be when faced with the grossly cold weather New York was dishing out. Ann and cold weather (aka anything below 60 degrees) has me in a 'I don't want to be anywhere but in a warm bed right now' mood. I love the oversized look as well. I always love a completely oversized top or a skin tight look - I can never go in between. You know, typical Libra. 

Underneath the comfy coat is a simple turtleneck body suit (love bodysuits! ...except in the ladies room.) This turtle neck is by Rag & Bone which just makes me adore it even more. There is nothing better than a good black turtleneck. It's effortless, classic, and I could probably own a million. 

Paired with my go-to black high waisted jeans by Just Black Denim, it's time for the shoes. I am not a nature oriented girl or a hiker for that matter. Never have been, and most likely never will be - but that doesn't mean I can't play the part. This rock solid and extraordinarily comfortable UGG boots were the perfect fit for a rock climbing day in Central Park. Plus, they're like a heel without the heel. The height they give me indulge my every short girl need. Climbing the rocks to see that fabulous view of the city was so worth it in these babies. 

Speaking of babies - I've added a new bag to my collection. The Heavens opened up and out dropped a Celine tote into my hands. I'd be lying if I said I didn't cry. Who wouldn't cry of joy when faced with a Celine bag

I think that's a good note to end on...Celine and Central Park - a match made in Heaven.

Got a place in New York I should visit or check out? Let me know in the comments down below! 

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Top: Rag & Bone (Similar)


Bottoms: JustBlack Denim (Similar)

Shoes: UGG

Bag: Celine

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Step Inside My Closet - Central Park On The Rocks / Rag & Bone, Lovers + Friends, JustBlack, UGG, Celine, outfit ideas,
Step Inside My Closet - Central Park On The Rocks / Rag & Bone, Lovers + Friends, JustBlack, UGG, Celine, outfit ideas,
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