Zooey Deschanel | Style Icon

I am a sickeningly big fan of Zooey Deschanel. Her talents include acting, singing and being awkwardly cute - my idol. (No, I'm not joking.)

You'd think it would be easy to create an inspiration board fashioned (pun intended) after Zooey D. because the first things that come to mind are: blouses, high waist skirts, and a-line dresses. But, I argue against the ease as it was truly hard to choose what best represents the talented artist (of sorts) because she's seen at all times in retro-tastic outfits.

Now, I may be disillusioned by the stylists at the set of New Girl (and 500 Days of Summer) to be the cause of each 1960's inspired ensemble, but she has an uncanny way of rocking variations of simple to chic and classy get ups and looking so incredibly comfortable in her own skin.

Here's how you can get your very own Zooey D. look (We're on that first name, last initial basis - you know.)

Zooey Deschanel | Style Icon by electriceunice featuring BDG pumps

1. A solid cardigan paired with a pussy bow blouse and high waisted shorts or skirts can deport you back into time with that signature vintage look that you've always wanted. Don't forget a pair of black or colored tights if you're feeling a little conservative (or cold).

2. Probably the easiest way to get your Zooey D. look is slipping on an a-line dress. The a-line dress has the magical ability to cinch any woman's figure at the waist, presenting a slimmer figure with a classy punch. Remember, waist lines were THE THING back in the day, so what better way to show off some curves than with a solid, striped or heart polka dotted dress.

3. Zooey D.'s tootsies seem to spend the most time in some simple black ballet flats. Get yourself some multi-use black flats and a cute pair of red suede pumps to complete your vintage look!

4. What better way to bring out the awkwardly cute nerd from within by solidifying in your look with a pair of thick framed glasses. Zooey D.'s tortoise shell glasses seen on New Girl comes from good ol' Oliver Peoples.

5. To complete your Zooey D. look, throw on some sheer pink lipstick and don't forget the light and flirty pink blush.

 Here's to looking and feeling adorable - just like my girl, Zooey D. (Okay, that's the last time I'll call her that, promise.)

All the CRAZE | BIBS

Bibs aren't just for babies by electriceunice featuring a bib necklace

I'm loving the large, colorful, intricate - yet statement making bib necklaces that are donning women's collar bones, and were especially popular in street style at NYFW. 

Wear them on a bare neck, or over a blouse to create an embellished collar and to add an incredible pop to your outfit. 

If you're like me and find yourself filling your closet with a ton of solids (a.k.a. let me buy multiple tops and blouses in different solid colors because I have a problem.. syndrome), then this is a PERFECT way to unveil the stylistic and unique fashionista within. I know you're in there! 

The best part is that you can find an affordable bib necklace at a mall near you - the white one is from JCPenney originally for $25 and right now for $18. OR, a dream bib necklace like Dannijo's for a Subway foot long under $800. 

Anyone else singing Subway's commercial song in their head right now? 

Rainy Weekend

California Rainfall by electriceunice featuring skinny fit jeans

As us Californians know, when it rains in California a couple things happen.

1. People forget how to drive

2. Girls forget to wear more clothing

3. Guys still wear rainbow sandals and jeans

4. Most people stay home to avoid the temporary memory loss of safe driving skills and the wetness

We don't get frequent heavy downpours of rain here in California, but when it does rain, most of the state freaks out, while people who aren't from California laugh at our lack of 

weather change adaptability [insert evil rain laugh here].

This post is inspired by the storm that is set to meet us this weekend and what I, as a true and pure form Californian, would wear say, if I had $500 for a Dannijo necklace and $1,500 for a Miu Miu wool coat - on a rainy day. A girl can dream, right? 

Two Tone/Toe Cap Fun!

Just enough business by electriceunice featuring leather pumps

I've been really digging the classic combination of black and nude toe caps on flats and heels adorned on favorite bloggers like Krystal, Blair, Jamie and celebrities such as Diane Kruger, Fergie and more.

Adding a contrast to nude shoes and lightening up black ones, this is the perfect solution for a day making presentations and impressing clients, to entertaining friends and dressing up a casual outfit. 

I've been on the hunt for the perfect pair that doesn't cost me an arm and a leg and is not sold out in my size (evil-eyeing the Magpie Contrast Toe Points at TopShop!)

Any suggestions? ;)