Two Looks Styled Two Ways from Jeanni Champagne Boutique in Newport Coast

I first met blogger Evelyne of Everything Evelyne this past fall at a fashion show. I was enamored by her sheer excitement and enthusiasm, it was infectious! We kept running into each other at various OC events, and finally got to talking a bit more during a summer preview at Jeanni Champagne Boutique in Newport Coast. We chatted about how we should collaborate and thought that Jeanni Champagne would be the perfect shop for putting together similar looks styled different ways by the both of us.
This past Monday, we met with Jeanni Champagne's co-owner Jeandre and she let Evelyne and I run wild in the shop. We styled one look featuring a plaid flannel shirt and another featuring a sheer, high-low tank. See how Evelyne and I put our own personal touch on each look below. And if you're in the area, stop by Jeanni Champagne for Sip & Shop this Friday to celebrate their one year anniversary at the Newport Coast Shopping Center.

Where: Jeanni Champagne Boutique
21111 Newport Coast Drive
Newport Beach CA 92657
949-645-6731
When: Friday, July 24th.
Who: Ladies are welcome to stop by anytime between 10am-7pm on Friday
What: Drinks and snacks will be provided throughout the day. Everyone will receive a gift certificate which they can use toward a purchase in store

FLANNEL x JEANS x LEATHER SLIP ONS

Evelyn usually layers a top with unbuttoned flannel shirts, so she found this amazing and soft graphic t-shirt to wear underneath her flannel and styled both with a pair of lightly distressed boyfriend cut jeans. This look is great for a mom on the go like Evelyne and she didn't sacrifice style; the boyfriend jeans are the perfect fit instead of too baggy, showing off her fabulous figure, and to keep from look frumpy she half-tucked the t-shirt into the front of her jeans. The sneakers are edgy yet polished, and not to mention are very comfy to walk around in.

Amanda is an avid flannel/plaid wearer and although she usually will tie one around her waist to later wear when it gets chillier in the day, she opted to wear this one buttoned to show off the color detail of the top.  She styled her button down with a pair of lightly distressed, black skinny jeans. To give a more youthful flare, she tied the bottom of the button down and rolled up the sleeves.  The tennis shoes have an urban street vibe but still look put together.

High-Low Tank x Pop of Jewelry 

Evelyne wanted to wear this tank as a dress but she wasn't able to find a slip that was at the right length, so she styled the tank with a pair of rad leggings that looked like they were wax coated, giving an almost faux leather appearance. To finish her dressier look she wore a pair of booties and a multi-stranded statement bracelet and a simple, but bold spike pendant necklace. She can easily wear this from happy hour, to a blogger event, and ending at dinner.

Although the tank has a contrasting lace pattern on the back, Amanda wanted to add more dimension with these floral printed shorts. She tucked the front of the tank into the shorts to give her waist a more flattering shape.Then tied in the light blue and neutral hues of the airy, pleated shorts with a gold and blue stoned pendant necklace and golden initial necklace. Wearing the flat Chelsea boots allows her to easily transition from the farmer's market, to brunch, and end with an afternoon of creative meetings.

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck at the Irvine Spectrum Center on 5/23

After my younger brother's graduation BBQ this past Saturday, I still had time to run over to the Irvine Spectrum to stop by the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck to grab some treats with my friend Jen and boyfriend Scott. The truck had been posted up since 10am in front of the Giant Ferris Wheel (which is currently being renovated, but I've seen the new lights at night and they look phenomenal) and serving up Hello Kitty sweets until 9pm. The lemonade had sold old by the time we got there, but Jen got macarons and donuts and Scott and I picked up donuts. If you live in the OC, did you stop by the Hello Kitty truck? Visit the HK Cafe Truck's page and social media handles to see where they will be traveling next!

A fan of Hello Kitty? Check out my experience at the Hello Kitty exhibit at the Japanese American National Museum.

As well, this Saturday 5/30, the Fashion Island Shopping Center in Newport Beach will be hosting a Saturday Style Pop-Up from 2-4pm in which the stores Seafolly, Trina Turk, and Rebecca Taylor will have in-store activities and shopping incentives. I won't be able to stop by for the fashion fun because I'll be in Vegas for the weekend, but if you can make it definitely stop by!

Bonobos Guide Shop & AYR Denim

The fifth Californian, but first Orange County Bonobos Guideshop opened it's doors at the Fashion Island Shopping Center in Newport Beach a couple weeks ago. I was given a tour of the guideshop and the scoop on how men can receive a personalized shopping experience with a Bonobos Guide (fit expert). The once solely e-ccommerce store is now operating from 16 brick-and-mortar- locations and continually growing, giving customers the option to find that perfect fit or style in the guideshop before purchasing online or making the order in the store to be mailed later.

Men out there, say good bye to ill-fitting clothing from standard sizings and the frustrations of shopping and trying clothes on without direction. Bonobos offers a comprehensive shopping experience by providing countless styles, fits, and fabrics so you can find exactly what you like.

Here's how it works:
� Make an appointment for a one-on-one fitting with a Bonobos Guide at www.bonobos.com/guideshop; walk-in appointments are also welcome

� Once you�re fit, check out at Bonobos.com either during your Guideshop appointment, with the help of a Guide, or place your order at home later

� Shipping is free and items are delivered to your doorstep in 2-5 days

� Bonobos offers easy returns (free return shipping) and guarantees 100% customer satisfaction

Bonobos also has the sister brand, AYR, which specializes in denim and wardrobe staples for women, yet offers the same customized fit and customer service as Bonobos; which currently has select styles from their denim line (see photos below) carried at Nordstrom.com and at The Grove in Los Angeles; with plans to expand to more Nordstrom locations. I just received a pair of The Skinny in Oil Slick and absolutely love they fit and style; can't wait to style them in an outfit!