Dinner in Santa Monica
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December 10, 2015
I’m finally in California! About a month ago, I was chatting on the phone with my sister and it really made me miss her more than ever. On a whim, I looked up flights to LA during my friend’s birthday weekend and they were barely over $200. Flights to LA are usually around $450 so I bought the ticket immediately.
I really like Atlanta, but I think California is my favorite state. The weather is obviously amazing, but there’s also always something fun going on, the restaurants are amazing, and I have my sister here! On our first night here, me, Johnny, my sister and her boyfriend all came to Santa Monica to meet up with my bestie Arielle and her fiancé Brian. We had planned to go to Oscar’s and even made a reservation, but they ended up making us wait for THREE HOURS. So obvi we said eff that and went across the street to Hostaria del Piccolo. They were having some happy hour specials so it was perfect. If you ever go, you have to get the mac and cheese!
{ AE chambray top (sold out), // old white denim, // old wedges, // }
I wore my favorite white skinnies and a simply chambray top for a casual spring look. I wore wedges and a panama hat to complete the look. After dinner, we came back to Arielle’s place and chatted over some wine. It was the perfect kick off to our week here in California. The next morning, we jetted off to Napa Valley, but more on that later!
Have you ever been to Santa Monica?
Photos by Johnny Cheng.
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April 20, 2015 @ 7:15 am
Lovely look and photos!
http://jeansandroses.blogspot.com
April 20, 2015 @ 12:32 pm
Thank you!
April 20, 2015 @ 7:23 am
I have just moved to LA all the way from Europe about a month and half ago and I love it here! The weather is incredible, restaurants are endless and amazing and There’s always something going on in the city. Next time I’m in Santa Monica, I’ll make sure to check out the restaurant that you have mentioned!
http://lartoffashion.com
April 20, 2015 @ 12:33 pm
Oh, wow! That’s a big move! Congrats on the move and I’m so glad you love it here!
April 20, 2015 @ 7:30 am
These are GORGEOUS photos!
The Adored Life
April 20, 2015 @ 12:33 pm
Thanks! My photographer truly is the best!!
April 20, 2015 @ 7:44 am
Love your look. Curly hair suit you so much!
X
Miri
http://currentlywearing.com
April 20, 2015 @ 12:34 pm
Thank you!! My straightener actually broke so this is my only option these days! haha
April 20, 2015 @ 8:22 am
love this casual look!
xoxo, Preeti
http://www.ninesto5.com
April 20, 2015 @ 12:34 pm
Thanks!
April 20, 2015 @ 10:20 am
Absolutely LOVE Cali also! I think it’s my absolute favorite place 🙂 You look perfectly dressed for the weather there!
xx,
La Joie de Vivre
April 20, 2015 @ 12:35 pm
Thanks! It’s cooler than I expected, but it’s so sunny and I love that!
April 20, 2015 @ 10:36 am
Love your hat! Perfect touch.
http://www.kristajacobs.blogspot.com
April 20, 2015 @ 12:35 pm
Thanks! Gotta wear those beach waves in Cali!
April 20, 2015 @ 10:44 am
I love this effortless look! Santa Monica is definitely one of my favorites. Sounds like you are enjoying my beautiful home state!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
April 20, 2015 @ 12:35 pm
Yes, I love it! Santa Monica is my favorite area I think!
April 20, 2015 @ 12:19 pm
oh man, that’s a great price for california. glad you got to enjoy.
b
April 20, 2015 @ 12:36 pm
Right?! I had to take advantage right away!
April 20, 2015 @ 12:23 pm
Loving that hat! It’s gorgeous!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
April 20, 2015 @ 12:36 pm
Thanks!! It’s my favorite spring/summer hat! 🙂
April 20, 2015 @ 12:36 pm
I am such a sucker for california too! LOVE your top and hat together
Emma | With A City Dream
April 20, 2015 @ 12:51 pm
Thanks so much!! Cali is the best! 🙂
April 20, 2015 @ 1:31 pm
What a cute outfit! I love California, hope you had fun with your sister! Xo
April 20, 2015 @ 1:38 pm
Thank you!! We are having a great time 🙂
April 20, 2015 @ 5:02 pm
This is the perfect outfit for Cali! I’ve never been to Santa Monica, but I’m dying to go, if only to eat at Blue Plate Taco:)
Heidi
http://www.wishesandreality.com
April 20, 2015 @ 5:13 pm
I’ll have to try it! Santa Monica is awesome – I’m having dinner at Gjelina tomorrow night 🙂
April 20, 2015 @ 5:53 pm
Ah awesome! I’ve been living in California for 4 years now and still haven’t made it to Santa Monica OR Napa (#shame). Loving your recaps and suggestions!
April 20, 2015 @ 7:04 pm
Oh man! My two favorites!! Where is your favorite place in Cali? I need to explore more!
April 20, 2015 @ 6:46 pm
I was in Santa Monica last month! It’s a beautiful city! Too bad I was only stopping by for a couple hours. I would have loved to explored that city a little more! However, I happened to be there during their Farmer’s Market and I ended up buying some of the best fruit I have ever tasted in my life!
April 20, 2015 @ 7:16 pm
Oh how nice! I haven’t never been able to stay longer than a couple days, but I love it every time! Great restaurants 🙂
April 20, 2015 @ 8:14 pm
Love Santa Monica. The weather is glorious! Perfect Cali outfit too
~Jenn~
http://www.cranberrytantrums.comok
April 23, 2015 @ 6:08 pm
Thanks!! Yes, Santa Monica is seriously the perfect LA town!
April 20, 2015 @ 10:28 pm
Love white skinnies! I need to replace my old pair! … I can never keep them white for very long.
xoxo – katestylepetite.com
April 23, 2015 @ 6:08 pm
Haha, I feel you! I have 2 right now that I switch out!
April 21, 2015 @ 1:50 am
I have never been to Santa Monica but would love to visit one day. The weather looks nice.
April 23, 2015 @ 6:09 pm
The weather is perfect!! You should totally make it a point to visit someday!
April 22, 2015 @ 4:25 am
I like this outfit a lot! It’s so laid-back 🙂 I’ve never been to Santa Monica but I would like to go one day xx
Erika
http://whaterikawears.com/
April 23, 2015 @ 6:09 pm
It’s a wonderful place. Thanks so much! Laid-back is definitely my style 🙂