Coffee Date

sweater//top//jeans//flats//bracelet ℅//earrings ℅

photos by Tia Liu 

One of my favorite things about being at UCLA is how many incredibly talented and creative people I am constantly surrounded by. When saw Tia's incredible photos, we decided to head to explore our neighborhood and snap a few photos along the way. There are so many awesome places within walking distance of campus, but Profeta is one of my favorites. There is no other place I'd rather go broke buying $4 cappuccinos! 

This outfit *had been* perfect for the winter weather in LA. Up until Monday, it had actually been somewhat chilly. Now the temperatures are back in the high 80's and I am missing the days when I could bundle up in this cozy poncho and enjoy a hot coffee. I love the simple layers of this outfit and the sparkly touch that these earrings add. I do love the warmer weather, but wish we could've had a bit more of a winter before returning back to the sunny and warm days! Hopefully it will cool back down so I have an excuse to wear this outfit again! 

PS: check out another great look for winter and give Tia a follow on Instagram! 

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Looking Back // Moving Forward

Well, hello there! It sure has been a while! I took a little break from blogging and I couldn't be happier to be back. This past month has been an incredible time to reset and simply enjoy moments. These first experiences and memories of 2016 set the year off to an incredible start, and I cannot wait to see that the rest of the year holds. 2015 was a big year for me. I traveled to India, graduated high school, began my life in college, and was even featured in the New York Times! I cannot wait to see all the adventure and opportunity to come in 2016. To catch you up, here is what my winter has been all about so far...

Visting my favorite coffee shop near campus approximately 8497350 times and shooting with Tia at said favorite coffee shop (more photos to come!).

Going home for the holidays. Decking the halls. Sleeping in my own bed. Reuniting with my best friends from home. And watching Star Wars not once, but twice! There is nothing like the feeling of returning back to family, friends, and familiarity.

Going on roomie adventures and exploring more of LA! 

Heading to Canada over MLK weekend with my family. 

Teaming up with Coca Cola to share their #TasteTheFeeling campaign! 

Celebrating my sweet Grammie's birthday at The Happiest Place on Earth! 

Getting fancy for a sorority formal. 

Shooting with Aliana, Tia, and Kinsley! I couldn't wait to share a proof from this past weekend! A bunch of us UCLA creatives came together for this shoot and I cannot wait to share it very soon! 

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And there you have it! A little life update and a few goals for the future. I think it is so good to reflect back on experiences so that you can learn and grow for the future. I've been working on my 20 by 20 list and my word for this year is intentional. I want to be more intentional with my time, relationships, academics, and with myself in general. I hope to carry the incredible experiences and lessons from last year into 2016, living life with passion, joy, and intention. So happy to be back to blogging and thank you so very much for stopping by Practically Imperfect. Happy Tuesday! 

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Winter on the West Coast

shirt//jeans//jacket (similar)//boots//watch//necklace//earrings//belt (similar)

Photos by Bill Payne

Right now I'm pretty sure that I live in one of the only places in the country that isn't being drenched with rain or snow storms. Funny story, I was in Utah for the Sundance Film Festival a few years ago and the temperature dipped to -2 degrees. I didn't know it was even possible for the air to feel that cold and honestly was the biggest drama queen! Well, now that much of the Midwest is experiencing a wind chill of -50 degrees, I am happier than ever to be a California girl. Living in California definitely has it's perks, including (most of the time) nice weather. To me, winters usually mean a light jacket and sunny, 60 degree days... and I am perfectly okay with that! Today I'm partnering up with another California blogger, Sophia of California Belle! We're sharing how we do winter here on the West Coast. Head over to Sophia's blog to see what she wore! 

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