The Road Less Traveled

With all the railroad tracks in Portland, I knew I couldn't go without taking some photos by them!  They create the perfect background.  The weather has been closer to what Portland is known for: rain, and overcast skies.  It gives me a chance to wear my warmer clothing and I love that!  This tartan blazer made it's first appearance on the blog styled with leather pants.  Now I've modernized it even further with American Apparel Disco Pants.  What do you think of the look?

Vintage Red Tartan Blazer // American Apparel Navy Disco Pants // Nine West Black Suede Ankle Boots via Crossroads Trading Co.  // Gold Monogram Necklace

Down by the Bay

Where the watermelons grow!  Did you sing that?  Haha.  Here's my red thrifted sweatshirt again, but this time paired with some ripped boyfriend jeans, and my favorite black wedges.  Let me tell you, I about fell almost 5 times walking in these on the sand.  LOL.  Not very sturdy.  Making different outfits with my limited clothing is difficult.  I admit, I've thrown my clothes around a few times in frustration.  How do you all take on the challenge of mixing and matching the same items?

Thrifted Red University Sweatshirt // American Eagle Ripped Boyfriend Jeans // H&M Velvet Black Wedges // H&M Black Wayfarer Sunglasses // Coach Stewardess Bag // c/o Monogram Necklace

Portland Photos

I have almost been in Portland for a week and I have been having the best time.  It is such a fun city and I can't wait to move here in a few months.  I've really been trying to immerse myself as much as I can to get acquainted with the city by taking the public transportation and really getting some use out of my walking shoes.  The people are so fun and I love the differences culture-wise between Oregon and California.  It's an adventure!

Here are a few photos of my stay so far.  Hope you enjoy!

I love the old buildings mixed in with the new.  

Union Station is a big stop on the Max Rail System.  I love taking the public transportation!

Taking photos from the sidewalk.  Not as big as New York, but still beautiful. :)

We visited the Hoyt Arboretum and this part is shaped like a huge grass bowl.

You can see how big it is.  That's my son walking up the bowl.

Jamison Square where they have waterfall fountains where kids can splash and play.  The weather was really warm the last week, so we had a lot of fun here.

I love cruising the neighborhoods in Portland and seeing all the early 20th century homes.  Many of the neighborhoods have old time lamp posts.

Got to visit one of my favorite stores: Crossroads Trading Co.!

I enjoyed my lunch here at the Cup & Saucer Cafe, but maybe Orion didn't! :P

I can't wait to share more photos with you all and hopefully I can get an outfit post up in here.  I really feel so sad neglecting you all and my poor blog. :(  Have a great Monday!