Ice cream Sundays

                                      OUTFIT: Wildfox sweater, Tobi dress, Rebecca Minkoff heels (TJMaxx)
Nothing screams Summer like ice cream and with Fall knocking on the door I'm not ready to let go just yet. Wildfox always has fun pieces to style and this in particular makes me smile every time I wear it. Layering a graphic tee/sweater over a LBD gives it a nonchalant vibe. Now I'm really craving a 99! (traditional English ice cream cone with a chocolate flake stuck in it) - What's your favorite ice cream?  You can also find Polished Practical on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest

Recycled Shoes

OUTFIT DETAILS: Target T-shirt, BCBG boyfriend jeans, H&M flannel, BaubleBar necklace and MEL wedges 
Part jokester, part great gift giver, my cousin gave me these wedges for my birthday. Short story is, I was rather distraught when I found out my apartment building didn't have a recycling bin so my cousin figured the best solution would be recycled shoes! Funky, cute and great for the environment..what do you think of these? 
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Dare to Bare

The only time I would have the guts to wear this is on a girls night out. It's sassy, it's fun and reminds me of something Samantha from SATC would wear. While not my style icon I admire her boldness and 'love thyself' attitude. Maybe next girls night out I'll feel wild enough to wear this…would you? 

OUTFIT DEETS: Zara skirt, Forever 21 top, BaubleBar necklace, Rebecca Minkoff at TJMaxx You can also find Polished Practical on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest

All Black Everything

I tend to stay away from the LBD because more often than not they provide two options only - club LBD and conservative LBD. Not this little number though! The elongated side skirt combined with death defying length ( or lack there of) are edgy yet sexy ( think Angelina Jolie jaw dropping slit). Now all I need is somewhere to actually wear this too!  You can also find Polished Practical on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest Necklace c/o Prima Donna 

Prints & Denim

Even though the days are warm sometimes I'm just not in the mood to wear full on Summer dresses. This dress actually has cut outs at the back but I changed the whole look by covering up with a oversized denim shirt. It still needed a little something so I grabbed this colorful purse and hit the town. I hope you all have a great start to the week! Happy Monday!  

OUTFIT DEETS: TJ Maxx dress & shirt, sandals from Marshalls, Nordstrom purse You can also find Polished Practical on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest

Priorities First

Let me start off by saying I'm so sorry for being MIA! Being a single parent and moving is not an easy task, my spare time is consumed with moving boxes and putting Ikea furniture together! Plus I still don't have internet connection yet so I have momentarily abandoned my blog for a handyman apprenticeship.  Ok so maybe I'm not that talented with a screwdriver and hammer but it's amazing what assembling a swedish bookcase will do to your ego. In regards to my outfit if you could call it that - what do you think? Too plain? Don't even try to diss the Birkenstocks! They are a saving grace of comfort whilst moving in warm California weather. Let me know what you think and I'll check back in with you in a week! 

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OUTFIT: Phillip Lim for Target top, Ann Taylor Loft shorts, silver Birkenstocks

Comfy All the Way

I'm in the middle of moving so comfort is everything to me right now. These soft to the touch trousers are almost too comfortable - I don't want to take them off! They feel just as good as sweats but minus the grunge factor. How else would you have styled this? 

OUTFIT DETAILS: Lumineers concert T-shirt, Forever21 trousers, Marshalls sandals, BaubleBar jewels & BCBG bag


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Petits Fours

This is me doing my best "Boss Lady" impression. I had the most amazing opportunity to meet with the Chief of Staff for Congressman Schiff to discuss the ongoing persecution of Bahai's in Iran. I'm not able to share details about the meeting but am grateful that members of the community are open to hearing what is happening to the Bahai community. I hope to soon share a link on my blog that will allow you to learn more about the Bahai Faith as it is so dear to my heart. I've had another busy week between work, meetings and apartment hunting. I mean seriously I forgot how hard it is to find a place that you can really call home, especially in Cali. Rental prices are astronomical and if you take one step to the East or the West depending on the city all of a sudden you end up in a really shady area. And I don't mean a street lined with lot's of trees! I hope all of you have an amazing weekend...if you miss me you can find me on Instagram @PolishedPractical_Style
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Coachella Inspired

Let's face it, unless you work for a rockstar Coachella fashion is not exactly everyday attire. The relaxed, carefree vibe some of the outfits give off send me into my dream world though, so I decided to put a little Polished Practical spin on this weekends fashion and voila! I would love to hear what you think... xoxo Tasha

OUTFIT DEETS: Top & jeans T.J.Maxx,Steve Madden heels from Marshalls and bag from Nordstrom

Hot/Cold

Come on SoCal, all these bloody weather changes have my wardrobe set up in limbo. By now the winter clothes are usually packed tightly away in storage boxes but this week I find myself digging into the archives to grab a few warmer items. This faux vest is proving to be a major player in my wardrobe. Similar versions can be found here and here.

OUTFIT DETAILS: H&M blouse, Ann Taylor Loft vest, Levi's jeans, Steve Madden boots and Longchamp bag

Black Blossoms

It may be Spring but all of a sudden there's a slight chill in the air - as my grandmother says; "Don't cast a clout till May is out". It's an old English saying that makes far more sense across the pond than it does in LA. Although the subtle pink blush of flowers across a sea of black is the right amount of Summer teasing.

Lace Finish

This dress may be last season but it speaks volumes to this Spring season of fashion. Vibrant florals partially hidden under black lace is a call to that wild girl hidden under all that femininity you possess. Ok so I may be describing myself slightly- but purely in a fashion sense! I adore girly clothes, but also enjoy bringing out a sassy flavor to my outfit. While this dress looks great with heels I'm feeling rather rebellious against being entirely put together. Hence the pointed toe flats - they give this a more relaxed vibe. Don't be scared to mix prints just keep the hues limited. Happy Monday ladies! xoxo Tasha

OUTFIT DETAILS: Maggy London dress( last year), BCBG Fox clutch and Marshalls flats

Pleats and Sequins

This is what I imagine Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz wearing if she time traveled to the present day. A long pleated skirt to keep it classy but paired with an attention grabbing crop top to bring out her edginess. Of course any modern day Dorothy would have to top the outfit off with sequined heels in case she needs to make a quick getaway. What do you think about the maxi skirt? Yay or nay for this season?

OUTFIT DETAILS: Target crop top, H&M maxi, DSW heels and H&M purse