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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City Tranquility

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Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan

I've finally found a place of peace within the city - and online shopping! 

Women are all different shapes, sizes, heights, and builds, and sometimes its incredibly hard (and frustrating) to find the perfect store that offers you the perfect fit. Ladies, there isn't any reason to fret anymore - I've found a site that caters to those wanting to customize the most prettiest pieces they want to buy - eShakti.

Use code StepInsideMyCloset for 10% off your entire order on eShakti.com! Valid through 8/25/2015 - 9/25/2015. 

Not only does eShakti offer customizable pieces for sizes 0 through 36, but they also let you customize how you want your garment to look. Like the top but want longer sleeves? Click. Done. Want a cropped length for those pants you've been eyeing? Click. Done. Want pockets or no pockets on the dress? Done! Amazing, isn't it?

My long term problem has always been my petite height. When it comes to pants and long cardigans, I have always been on the hunt for the perfect length, so I was extremely delighted when I found this denim blue open cardigan on eShakti that I could customize to my height. It falls perfectly just above my ankle fits perfectly everywhere else. It's such a good piece to have on hand as we transition from summer to fall. Plus, it's such a versatile piece as well! Dress it up or dress it down, which is just what I like. 

A night out on the town had me dressing this cardigan up and playing into a white hot summer theme. I was not only delighted to find a perfect fit in this cardigan, but also in these super soft white jeans which I paired with a white tank for that white on white look. I wear the most white before labor day, just before the time runs out! 

Shoes are girl's best friend, and these super comfortable Lucky Brand strappy sandals are the perfect pop of leather to tie in this skinny belt that I picked up from a boutique awhile ago. 

For the last touch I added this necklace from The Shopping Bag which tied in all the coloring of this outfit together perfectly. The lightweight gold strands plays right into the current fringe trend too! Plus, I'm all about this turquoise coloring in the summer!

One more thing...this nail color? It matches so perfectly to the cardigan. I love Pacifica's nail polishes, each color is so rich and vibrant! This one is called Pool Party.

Don't forget to follow eShakti so you never miss a sale or new arrivals! 
Cardigan c/o: eShakti (Use code StepInsideMyCloset for 10% off!)


Jeans: Similar!

Necklace: The Shopping Bag

Shoes: Lucky Brand

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Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
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Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
Step Inside My Closet - City Tranquility: outfit post, eShakti, The Shopping Bag, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacifica, Lucky Brand, outfit with cardigan
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Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder

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Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Hello There! Have eye mentioned how much eye love Chicago? Cheesy, but I couldn't help making those puns the whole day while in this outfit. 

I've mentioned before how much I love street style, so I wanted to twist the usual boyfriend jeans and extra cool top and extremely adorable sunglasses that I've seen in those famous Tumblr photos and wear...a shift dress. It's comfortable, cute, and I never wanted to take it off (well, except when on a 5 hour airport delay...after I missed my flight...oops. You might already know the story if you follow me on Snapchat @SInsideMyCloset! Let's just say I wasn't back home snuggled in my bed until well into the wee hours of the morning. Yikes.) 

This baby blue Eye-Catching Sleeveless Shift Dress from The Shopping Bag gave me some major fashion feels. The high collar makes it look so modern and the print had people all over the city stopping me and asking me where I got this dress! It's the perfect thing to throw on when you don't have the time to piece a full outfit together, but still want to hit the maximum style level. It's the perfect focal point that will have everyone's eyes on you!

I wanted to keep everything very simple and very comfortable with this dress due to the eye catching print (last one!). I've been on the hunt for a good pair of flats for a long time, even though I don't fancy wearing flats on the usual. I was smitten when I found this pair of nude Lucky Brand flats. The insoles are extra padded so it feels like you're walking on a mattress everywhere you go - I was super lucky to find these. Ok, enough with the puns, I know, I'm on a roll! 

My go-to traveling purse is this black shoulder / hand bag from Kate Spade New York. The shoulder strap is perfect for when you're roaming city streets or hustling through the airport, and it's spacious interior is definitely a major plus. I'm a sucker for good basic black accessories and clothing - they take up most of my wardrobe. I just find it so much easier to put on the simple things - so when you really get all dolled up, it's extra special. 

To sum this look up, it was the perfect outfit to prance around Michigan Ave. and Barney's New York in! Who else is a sucker for a good beauty department? I loved getting my makeup done at the Nars counter (even though I got a little bit too glammed for just a day out - but can you ever really be too glammed up?)

As I shopped around one of my favorite avenues in the world, I definitely had my favorite picks at each store that I stopped at. Hermes? The Hac Birkin 32 in black, obviously. Tory Burch? Junction Riding Boots (perfect for fall)! Jimmy Choo? Myth Suede Ankle Boots. YSL? Leather Biker Jacket...since I already found the perfect YSL lipstick! Chanel? Literally anything. Although, success is measured in whether or not you have a Chanel tweed skirt suit. I mean, at least for me...

What's your go-to street style comfy look? Let me know in the comments below! 


Shoes: Lucky Brand


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Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder by Step Inside My Closet - outfit post, Chicago, barney's new york, kate spade, lucky brand, nars, outfit ideas, the shopping bag, shopping, chicago spots, Michigan avenue
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