Photography by Karen Rosalie
As you guys may have heard from my snapchat (@chrisellelim).. I finally had a chance to visit my DTLA office! I haven’t been there since the last month of my pregnancy, and I have to say I was SO happy to see the LA skyline! DTLA has such a cool urban and developing feel to it, it definitely represents the cool and elusive city of dreams for me. Downtown has been my “home” for the past 6 years until I got married to Allen, and he convinced me to leave my cool bachelor(ette) pad to a quiet suburbia neighbors in Manhattan Beach. Occasionally I ask myself, “Why did I do that?”… haha i’m just kidding guys!
And maybe I was channeling the cool downtown girl in me as I got dressed that morning.. Because as much as I love feminine soft outfits, the urban LA girl in me loves outfits with a casual cool edge. As it has been incredibly hot in LA, I decided to wear my favorite boyfriend denim shorts, and pair it with this feminine IRO embroidered Mesh Insert Silk Blouse . Since denim shorts & a sheer tank is a bit too casual for my liking, I finished the look off with this black & white L’AGENCE Checker Jacket. This boxy collarless jacket adds a touch of modern sophistication to a more casual look.
I was so shocked to see how much has changed around our office in just a few short months! Like for example .. this amazing mural! I loved how there are elements of LA suburbia and beach mixed with city roads. I know art can be interpreted in many ways .. but I definitely took this mural as a visual representation of my current straddling of both Manhattan Beach & DTLA. I’m back in town and couldn’t be any happier!
Happy Friday everyone!
OUTFIT DETAILS:
Blazer: L’Agence
Top: IRO
Denim Shorts: 6397
Shoes: Isabel Marant
Bag: Balenciaga
Sunglasses: Gentle Monster
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Love that outfit!
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Thank you Daniel!
Those shorts are so flipping cool. I love the longer length and how you’ve styled them. This whole look is so effortlessly chic. You’re definitely ‘repping those downtown vibes!
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Thanks Kiara! It’s definitely not a super traditional outfit but I love how cool it looks!
I’m loving your hair like that, Chriselle!
I don’t know why but I feel like since being a Mom your style also got more mature but also more layed back at the same time.
Loving it loads!
Lily (Recipes and Random)
Thanks makes me so happy Lily! I’m aiming for casual & sophisticated (:
I love the blazer! Gorgeous print
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Thanks Victoria! It’s all in the prints.
That wall behind you is so effective and looks too awesome with you in front of it! There’s nothing like the energy of the city.
♥ Paula Shoe Fiend.
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You’re so right Paula, the city inspires me so much (:
Wow, I love the decor you’ve chosen for these pictures, so inspired! Street art = big love!
xo
Lucy
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Thanks Lucy! How could I not right?
She’s so cute! 🙂
Love his city girl vibe! Great photos!
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Thank you!
Gosh chriselle you look just amazing, cant believe you just had a baby. Love your outfit, enjoy your weekend with chloé and allen.
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I can’t believe I just had a baby too Jasmin! Thanks so much <3
THIS IS SO PERFECT STYLE TO WORK 😀
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Isn’t it ? 😉 Thanks for commenting Ollyvia! I’m catching up on my comments & I’m so thankful for your support! xoxo
I just love the semi sheer blouse and sophisticated jacket combination.
Great post Chrisel!!
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Thank you Hana!
Absolutely in love with your gorgeous Balenciaga bag. The marble detail is simply so cool!
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Isnt it??? It’s simple and elegant and perfect and I can’t stop wearing it hah.
I love your blog and this outfit is perfect!
Love,
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Nice jacket!! Great style!
Xoxo
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Thank you ! xoxo
Love the sunnies and shirt! <3
Thanks Jess! xoxo
I LOVE your entire outfit, the shoes are great!
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Shoes are everything! Thanks for your comment Denise!
Such a beautiful outfit, I’m so obsessed with your jacket! LOVE it! <3
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I’m glad you like it!
So chic <3
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Thanks Stephanie !
Absolutely obsessed with your sunnies and especially your jacket!!
Kisses from Miami.
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Thanks Shay! I’m obsessed with this jacket too. Can’t go wrong with a textured blazer right?
Love that you have an edgy side!
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Thanks Joyce! I try to dress girlier because I feel like that’s what my fans expect from me but I love cool outfits like this one!
This jacket is amazing on you – love that you paired it with shorts. Happy weekend!
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DTLA is the ultimate urban. Love the location of the shoot, and your outfit too!
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Alice / Blog Inconnue / House Inconnue
DTLA is life. Thanks Alice! xoxo
This shorts makes any silhouette look fat, looks cheap and dirty and doesn’t match the heels nor the bag you chose. I think it is good only for cleaning the house.
Thumbs up for the blaser and the top! Chic and girly at the same time!
Thanks for your opinion Nana! These shorts aren’t for everyone as they are an awkward length, that’s why I paired them with lace up heels to elongate my leg line. Hopefully you approve of my other outfits! xoxo
beautiful jacket!
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Thank you Desiree!
Very cool outfit! I really like the blazer xo! Great pictures!
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Thanks Anova! I love the photos too!
Is awesome that you no longer feel the need to wear your postpartum corset. I haven’t been pregnant, so I’m not talking specifically about that. What I want to say is that is awesome that you know your body enough to feel confident when so many women would be ashamed to show some skin.
You look wonderful and I admire how you encourage women to feel comfortable with their bodies, no matter what. Because I feel that you don’t post just about fashion but about confidence.
I love that.
Nohelia F
Thank you Nohelia! I feel so much free-er without my post partum corset haha but it definitely helped to shape my stomach in the early stages. I’m starting to work out now but I realized that my body is what gave me my little girl so I am not ashamed of it! Thanks for reading! xoxo
Hi Chriselle !!
You look fantastic in a girlie or more casual city vibe outfit !! 😉
And I Absolutely LOVE the art mural !!!! A real gem !!!
Love
Julia
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Isnt it? & it’s right next to my office! xoxo
I love that mural! I also love the jacket, Chriselle. So glad to hear that you are slowly adjusting to your new lifestyle with Chloe while still managing to go back to work! ^^
Let me tell you Dilek .. being a working mom is no joke. Thanks for your support! xo
Love that bag<3
xo,
Melissa
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So inspiring! Love this post!
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Thank you!
Very effortless and casual chic!
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Awesome outfit combo
SO chic looking.
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Always perfect Chriselle!
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Lovely! x
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wonderful jacket! i love this outfit!!
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i adore your jacket!
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love this jacket
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Awesome! Love your shoes<3
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Your hair looks gorgeous!
Kate
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Fantastic jacket and jeans shorts! You look beautiful in this casual outfit!
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Fantastic look and backdrop! Super cute silk blouse and blazer!Love that little Balenciaga purse, of course!;-)
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This is such a nice jacket
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Love the murals! And that top is so unique. I know what you mean about moving away from an urban area. I’ve chosen to live in suburbia for awhile since it’s easier for the time being for my guy’s job. We’ll make our way into the city later on but I also think – wait! why aren’t we living downtown somewhere! haha
-M
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I know right ! I moved with Allen to the suburbs & I’m just getting used to the area!