• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
The Effortless Chic
  • Home
  • About
  • Travel
  • Interiors
  • Austin
  • Kids
  • Recipes
  • Nav Social Menu

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Home
  • About
  • Travel
  • Interiors
  • Austin
  • Kids
  • Recipes
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • About
  • Travel
  • Interiors
  • Austin
  • Kids
  • Recipes
×

My Style // California Dreaming

Jan 28, 2015 ·

TEC-California-Dreamin-1

I've mentioned no less than a dozen times on social media that last week I was at Alt Summit in Salt Lake City, so sorry about bringing it up yet again!  This was my second time at Alt.  My first was three years ago when I had just started this blog.  I was dipping my toe into the world of running a blog and not only did Alt open my eyes, but it connected me to people who have become great friends and been made a huge impact on my journey as a digital influencer.  Needless to say, I was psyched to be able to come back this year and speak!  I was less psyched to have to dig my winter coat out of the closet where it hasn't been touched in almost a year.  I have become such a California girl when it comes to cold weather.  There is definitely an argument to be made for experiencing all four seasons, but I don't hate that I laid out in my backyard in a swimsuit on Sunday in the 85 degree weather.  That's not the only thing I love about LA...

TEC-California-Dreamin-2 TEC-California-Dreamin-3 TEC-California-Dreamin-4

I love that you can surf and ski in the same day.  I love fish tacos in Malibu and scouting for flea market treasures in Pasadena.  I love that we rarely ever go somewhere without bumping into a familiar face.  I love that we are just a short three hour flight from my family in Austin, although most days I wish they were much closer...

TEC-California-Dreamin-5

I love laid back, effortless California style.  I love denim everything.  Authentic denim.  I love this jean jacket and that my sweater has a sun bather on it.  I love discovering new bright walls and unfamiliar buildings while we are out scouting and shooting.  I love that there is always a new restaurant or shop or bar popping up to try.  I love that we are just a jaunt away from Palm Springs, San Diego, and San Francisco.

TEC-California-Dreamin-6

I love that it's still January and this year has just begun, still so full of possibility.  What do you love about your town?

jean jacket, Levi's / sweater, Alice and Olivia / jeans, James Jeans / boots, Seychelles / scarf, J.Crew

Photography by Mary Costa

« Cocktail Hour // Raspberries + Champagne
My Style // Stopping to Smell the Roses »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Liz Stanley says

    January 28, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    you're so cute! Love this

    • Jen Pinkston says

      February 01, 2015 at 9:23 pm

      Thanks, Liz! Loved your printable wrapping paper this week!

  2. Karen says

    January 28, 2015 at 6:39 pm

    It has always been a dream of mine to move to California .I have visited many times and I feel like I belong there but my career keeps me in Vancouver. I wish I had the guts just to quit my job sell my condo and just do it.I love your blog!

    • Jen Pinkston says

      February 01, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      That's so funny because I love Vancouver! It's gorgeous there! The grass is always greener I guess 😉

  3. Chel says

    January 28, 2015 at 10:02 am

    Jen...serious you look as fab as ever...tell Parker thank you Lol!!!

    • Jen Pinkston says

      February 01, 2015 at 9:22 pm

      Thanks Chel!

Primary Sidebar

About The Effortless Chic

Jen Pinkston, The Effortless Chic
La Paloma

Popular Recipes

  • 26 Weeknight Meals To Refresh Your Meal Plan
  • Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe with Turmeric
  • 20 of The Best Memorial Day Recipes For Outdoor Entertaining!
  • Wellness Recipe: Lemon Turmeric Ginger Shots
  • Three Easy Holiday Menus for Entertaining this Winter
  • 10 of the Best New Year's Eve Cocktails Worth The Effort
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • Home
  • About
  • Travel
  • Interiors
  • Austin
  • Kids
  • Recipes

Footer

↑ back to top

About

  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility Policy
  • About The Effortless Chic

Newsletter

  • Sign Up! for emails and updates

Contact

  • Media Kit

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Copyright © 2023 The Effortless Chic