Friday, January 20, 2012

Ocean View

(Free People blouse, J Brand jeans, Marie Turnor bag, Matt Bernson boots, Vintage Ray-Bans, Jewelmint ring)

I've been up and down the California coast for work this past week and though I'm completely exhausted from late nights and morning's waking up at 5:30, I still feel good whenever I'm by the ocean. Heavenly weather permits nothing but a flowing embroidered blouse and one awesome bauble on my index finger. And guess what? It is indeed Jewelmint , and day 5 of jewelmint-wearing my features has arrived! My ever growing ring collection is out of control, yet this one always seems to catch my eye when searching for a piece to wear. I love the blue contrasting with the yellow. Beach-y perfection.

Speaking of which, I'm staying at a beautiful hotel right on the coast in Santa Monica and though I'm away from my room, working during the day, at least I got to catch a glimpse of the sunset before crashing on my bed. Looks like this is my last day on the gorgeous west coast..before heading to NYC then Europe! But my schedule already says I'll be making another trip out here next month. Somehow the Pacific brings me back time and time again.

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109 comments:

Her Persona said...

love the first pic. amazing scenery



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pancakeSTACKER said...

I really, really LOVE that ring! Isn't JewelMint so amazing?? I've been loving all of these posts, girl!


xoxo,
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VALERIE WANG said...

omg the red top is amazing!!!!!!!!love this look!<3


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xxxx

modern Suburbanites said...

gorgeous blouse!!

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XOXO said...

So cute. I agree; the lipstick is perfect!

Kaitlin Mattingly said...

i don't know how you stay out so late and wake up at 5:30...i swear you're superwoman!
love the red on you skin tone so pretty!

xoxo katlin
kaitgirl

SAMANTHA said...

Love this outfit, the hat is amazing and your necklace AND jewelmint ring are fantastic <3!



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Ana Magdalena said...

amazing view.

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Luna S said...

so jealous of this place! love your ring x

luna
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Mica said...

Love the red shirt, and what beautiful scenery! :)


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mariana said...

i freakin love the blouse, the ring and the necklace! where's the necklace from?

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WearAbouts said...

love the booties! what a great free people dress and you always have fabulous baubles <3
Rory
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The Fancy Teacup said...

These are such lovely beachside captures. The ring is total eye candy. x

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Jaeger said...

love that ring!

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xx

Kiwi's Fashion Blog said...

I can almost feel that warm ocean breez on my face (despite my freezing fingers lol)

rimatambunan said...

cool and sexy. i like your lips.

Gail and Rhoda said...

You are beautiful! Love the simple yet edgy outfit!

Lindsay LeBoyer said...

beautiful as always! when i visited LA this past summer i stayed a hotel right near the santa monica pier, i wonder if it's the same one your at!

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I Art Fashion said...

Lovely pictures and cute boots

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Mr. Taylor and his Lady said...

that ring is steller! and nothing sounds better than some fun by the beach! very jealous! nothing beats driving the CA coast :)
xo TJ

Cindy said...

Where's that necklace from?? I've been looking for one like that forever!

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Mary said...

LOVE THAT PICS....AS ALWAYS !!!!


MUCH LOVE FROM ITALY
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Unknown said...

i love being by the ocean as well.. so relaxing! beautiful first photo, and that ring is gorgeous! x

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Mom Fashion World said...

Spectacular!
and lovely pictures!

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evanescent said...

you look gorgeous! i love that red top. i am all about red right now...!

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Am2Pm said...

Your ring & necklace are gorgeous, love it. Beautiful scenery.
Christy

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Lainey said...

That red top is beautiful. I love the texture. So unique.

FashionFlirt said...

Lovely photos! And WOW your outfit is absolutely amazing, love it! :)

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coco said...

wonderful !

C A T H said...

J Brand jeans are the perfect purchase! they are so comfy to wear too =) 1st pic. gives off a relaxed vibe so well. no wonder you're so busy busy busy with modelling ;)

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Mery said...

Hello Natalie,
love the first pic
kiss.
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L'art said...

Great that you're working and being busy bee!
Love your red blouse, it's pretty!

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Marie said...

Great outfit. Love it!
x

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Christina Wonsbeck said...

you look fab! i love your blouse and sunglasses

patrycja2407 said...

I love your shoes!:)
greetings

annalisa said...

<3

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Dinah said...

Great photos, I really like the first one. xx Dinah

Bee said...

that red looks super good on you!
much love from beemod

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Giedre said...

beautiful picture, as always.. :)


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Eva said...

Such a beautiful statement ring! Love the colour combination..and that necklace you're wearing is amazing too xoxo

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Ria :) said...

i love the colour of ur top :) xxxxxx

Domonique Wilson said...

Gorgeous scenery! Plus your blouse and ring...perfection!

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x

GBElena said...

you look fab! i like the necklace

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Tara said...

OMG, it looks great!

Greetings,
Tara

lifeisamaze said...

Beautiful photos and your blouse is amazing !
:)

Bribes Éparses said...

I love the first photo and you have an amazing style !

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Dominika said...

really amazing look!
<3

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The life after said...

I like that red!!

The Life After

bravegrrl said...

gorgeous!

Aida said...

That blouse is amazing!!


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Nereida said...

So sweet pics!!
Love it!!

Camilla said...

That blouse is just beautiful

xo Camilla

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Life by Alice said...

beautiful necklace!!! :)
xoxo from spain
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Krissy ~ said...

gorgeous jumper! cute!!
Krissy xoxo

Bri said...

Beautiful photos!

anetafnf said...

love that pictures and outfit!!!!


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Shelly said...

It seems like a wonderful place <3 !

Thepeppymay

hannahalehandra said...

Afternoon, Natalie :) Love your free people blouse, it's a stunner on you. Much love, from England.

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Emmy said...

Another great ring...such a statement piece.
And of course, love the outfit as well. Me want those boots.:)

vogueno5 said...

i love your hat !

Shybiker said...

Your beauty is so extraordinary that it hardly needs commenting upon, but it arose in my reaction to this post when I saw you're wearing a blouse almost identical to one I own. On you, it's heavenly; on me, the same garment looks like a rag. Oh well... at least I get to see the item's real potential here on your blog.

Johanna said...

Amazingly beautiful look, I love the top (like everyone does! :D) xoxo ♥

el_martina said...

california baby!!!!very nice pictures!!!

kellyfrancess said...

looks like a relaxing day!!

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Lubna said...

Such a laid-back outfit, love the top & ring :)

Lubna
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eloiselabetise said...

Beautiful photos! I love your boots and glasses! xxx

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jas said...

pretty blouse. great colour

Isabel said...

Always love your Outfits :)
Great look, I really love this colour.

xx Isabel

moded'amour said...

love the first photo, great look!

Ms.Fashionista said...

LOVE that ring!

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xo

Michelle Lee said...

love all photos
amazing spot :)

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Coffee &amp; Vogue said...

in Love with the outfit !!

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Raspberry and Rouge said...

SO pretty! XO Rebecca

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Low said...

Well, that plan doesn't sound bad at all!! I wouldn't mind to be a bit tired!! 

Love your booties! They look so comfy!

XOXO from Spain!

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Under the Fluorescents said...

i love these shots! it epitomizes California. love the laid back vibe and multiple accessories!

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Meganne said...

I love the necklace you're wearing, it looks great with that red blouse (which does wonders for your skin by the way)
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lisa signorini said...

amazing!

New outfit post on my blog: I'm waiting for u!
have a great Saturday!
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DNA (designers+artists) said...

Love the ring and necklace!

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Joana said...

Love the first picture! Xx

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Lena said...

You look beautiful!
love that blouse!

Rosalind said...

Oh - look at the light! The sea! And in spite of your hectic shedule, you look so relaxed and beautiful!

Grace said...

The first shot is SO BEAUTIFUL. I just want it framed.

xo
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Madeleine said...

i always love your outfits

Ro said...

AMAZINGGGGG!!!!!!!! (L)

Francesca Felix said...

you make me want to be there
amazing photos. Love your hat

Cindy, fashionsbeauty said...

Love the ring too, it sure does catches your eye straight away xoxo

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Patrizia said...

I love the first photo!
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adanieva said...

Lovely boots!!

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Steffys Pros and Cons said...

gorgeous red top and sunnies!

<3 steffy
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Alyssa said...

Gorgeous outfit!

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Ksu said...

U look awesome! love the hat! keep it up! xx K

Collections said...

Great ring. I'm a huge fan of jewelmint.

Collections

Maria said...

Love your blouse!

Stay fabulous!
xoxo Maria
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Kristel Louisa said...

Breathtaking pictures! Love the color of your top!

xx

en la moda

Rachel said...

that's such a cool necklace!

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Styleclouds said...

You look amazing! I love the rich color of your blouse and the ring is gorgeous! xo, Christina

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ANDWHATELSEISTHERE said...

always always ALWAYS intrigued by your super long legs.

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Lidka said...

love this pic <3 and your hair!

Honorata said...

Love this ring!!!Beautiful scenary for pictures!

alessandra nitti said...

STUNNING

XX
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Laiqah said...

Could you be any more amazing?!

Jade Briony said...

cool pics! i love your blouse :)

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StripedVibe said...

You are by far my favorite blogger! You have such edgy, cool style.

t said...

Great outfit!

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Aubrey and Melissa said...

That ring is beautiful!

Marella said...

Amazing outfit dear!
Gorgeous blog! Following! Follow back? <3

Seeking Style said...

Love your hat!

xo Jennifer

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Lo said...

I love this shirt! Free People can do no wrong.
xo
Lo
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