Trend to Try: The "Ugly" Sandal

U-G-L-Y you ain't got no alibi, you ugly (and so on trend!)

The Ugly sandal. Okay, so the name doesn't sound very appealing, but this trend is hot, hot, hot! I'm personally dying over this trend and cannot wait to get my hands feet on a pair of these babies. I just can't seem to decide on which ones!

Decisions, decisions.....

1. // 2. // 3. // 4. // 5. // 6.

Will you be rocking this sandal for summer?

XO,
K

The Freebird x O'Neill: DIY Belly Chain Belt

Hey babez! 

I'm excited to share another Guest Blogger post I did for O'Neill.... The DIY Belly Chain Belt!

As you probably already know I LOVE a good DIY....jewerly, home decor, fashion.... you name it and I want to try making it!

So when I found myself lusting after all these amazing boho belts while finding Coachella fashion inspo, I thought, WTH, I can totally make a version of those belts. And so began my mission to craft a boho chic belt for layering.

With all the amazing statement necklaces out there right now, finding the materials was easy peasy! I just had to make a trip to Forever 21 and pick out a few of my fav necklaces to use.

The outcome!? A boho chic layering belt at a fraction of the cost! 

Love!

For the full DIY details, head over to the O'Neill girls blog.

How will you rock this look??? 

Leave a comment below & post pics of your belly chain belt on social media and tag @oneillwomens and #TheFreeBirdforONeill

XO,

Kara

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Instant Outfit: Overalls and Lace

1...2...3.... Here we go again, another Instant Outfit! A touch of lace, easy overalls, and comfy booties, your all set for a gorgeous, simple summer look.

+ Free People Denim Overalls

+ Free People Lace Babydoll Top

+ Leather Booties from Forever 21

Outfit done!

XO,

K

 

Beach Dayzz in O'Neill

Cover-up: O'Neill c/o // Bikini: O'Neill (top/bottom) c/o //  Shorts: Zara, similar here // Belt: Vintage // Sunnies: Ray-Ban

*Photos by: The Wonderland Group*

Happy Friday babezzz! I don't know about you, but I'm so ready for the weekend! And while I may not be at Coachella (like the rest of the world it seems), I will no doubt be glued to my phone checking instagram for all the outfit pics :) I can't help it, I get obsessed when it comes to fashion and it just takes over sometimes! 

But lets take it back to this post for a minute.... I'm in love, I'm in love and don't care who knows it (ELF quote anyone!?). Besides with my husband, this bikini and cover up!!! I love that you can wear this coverup multiple ways, its like a 3 in 1.

{1} Wear it just as a normal cover up

{2} Wear it as a slouchy, off the shoulder top with some sexy cut-off shorts

{3} Wear it as a little shoulder shrug

Umm.... and this belt!? I die.

I found it at a vintage store in San Diego. I had to buy it when I saw it cause {a} it was vintage and love vintage shopping and {b} it looks super similar to a belt I've had my eye on from FreePeople. So cute right!?

Well here's to hoping the weather stays nice so there can be many more bikini dayzz ahead.

Have a fab weekend!

XO,

K

Lately

+ _Hotel Living_ on Instagram +

+ Working on a fun DIY project +

+ Goofing around at an Oakley event I worked recently.... Love photobooths +

+ Amazing belt finds +

+ Rarely do I wear my hair super straight so of course I had 

to take a bathroom selfie + 

+ Shooting with The Wonderland Group in Laguna Beach +

XO,

K

Camo & Overalls

Top: Foreign Exchange // Bottoms: Denim Overalls // Shoes: Via Spiga // Sunnies: Ray-Ban

** Photos by The Wonderland Group**

Overalls.....What is the saying? Everything old is new again!?

I just have to say, I love that they have come back into my life.

I mean, come on..... they are easy, comfy, you can wear them a hundred different ways.... What's not to love!?

For this look, I mixed 2 different styles together to get one awesome look.... 1 part tough chick with the camo crop top, 1 part girlie girl with some super cute (and comfy I might add!) sandal heels. 

These shoes tho....to die! They are a gladiator style with a chunky block heel. Now, I don't wear heels very often and I'm really picky about what heels I do wear. But these bad boys get my stamp of approval for sure! They are comfy, I can wear them with a million different outfits from shorts to dresses, to pants. The heel height is perfect and the chunky heel helps make walking a breeze (I always feel so wobbly in all those skinny, spike heels... anyone else!?).

Hope everyone is having a wonderful week so far! 

Half way to the weekend....

Anyone planning to go to Coachella this weekend? I will be following all the fashion on social media and can't wait to see what everyone is wearing!!

XO,

K

Trend to Try: White Out

I want to start by saying, I LOVE WHITE! 

White shoes, nails, pants, whatever....Even home decor. I love this all white errything trend for spring/summer.

It just screams minimalist hotness.

I personally can't wait to rock this look.... but maybe after I get a lovely golden glow (self tan, of course!).  And clearly I will be accenting my all white looks with gold accessories, since I'm obsessed as you probably already figured out.

1// I couldn't be more obsessed with these Lace Bell Pants (sold out but similar and more cost friendly HERE)

2// White cut-out booties. The light color makes these an easy wear for spring. Pair them with a cute dress  or shorts and kimono top.

3// Nasty Gal Cross My Heart Jumpsuit.... Umm, White hot with a daring cut out. And I love that its a pantsuit instead of a maxi dress. So on trend!

4// This head wrap is perfect to throw on for an easy bohemian look.

5// How cute is this crochet trimmed top from O'Neill!? The strap are removable so you can wear it strapless if you feel like it. I have this in black and love it!

6// White nails are so hot right now. They stand out but still look classic and clean.

7// And of course, a great white strappy sandal is a must this spring/summer!

How will you wear this white hot trend? I would love to see what you guys come up with!

XO,

K

Spring Fever

So... I have major spring fever right now.

Like, I need this crappy weather to go away and the warm spring dayz to come back.... please!!!

I'm so ready to wake up and put on my bathing suit first thing in the AM, which is pretty much my thing on weekends in spring and summer! Even if I don't have plans to go to the beach or anything..... I just like to live in a bikini. Sorry!

+ Coral Cover up by O'Neill.... I just got this baby and let me tell you, I LOVE IT! You can wear it on its own with your fav bikini, or throw on a pair on shorts and wear it as an over sized top.

+ I always take a hat with me when I go to the beach or paddle boarding or wherever cause lets be honest, as much as I love the sun, I don't want to damage the skin. So this pineapple hat is perfect to shade my face!

+ Again, protect that skin with a good sunscreen. This Coola spray seriously smells like a fresh Pina Colada... Ah-maze!

+ Don't forget your towel if your headed to the beach.... but not just any towel for a stylish babe like yourself. Check out this fun number from Beach Riot.

+ Rainbow Bright! Ok, I'm seriously lusting after this hot bikini (Top/Bottom). I think I must have it...ekkk!

+ Shade your eyes with a cute pair of sunnies.

+ I just got this floral bikini from O'Neill and it is one hot suit. The print is so vibrant, perfect for spring! 

+ Like I've said before, Birks are baaack!! This come back is one Ive seen coming for awhile now and I'm obsessed.... like I need these to be on my feet yesterday and in every color, black, white, turq, gold metallic.... you name it, I want it! (greedy much! haha)

+ And of course, you need an awesome bag to carry all your fab finds in, right!?

XO,

K