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the drifter

a blog by mallory strode

style · 08.15.16

riding alone on the 405

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Well, well. The past two/three weeks have been so crazy. In my head at least. I took a trip to LA to visit some of my best friends who just moved out there and haven’t quite been the same since. Yes, whatever, that sounds dramatic, but so true. You get a different feel for a city when you are seeing it through new eyes, even when you have been there before. I was crying in LAX headed home, on the airplane and the drive home from the airport. Dramatic. I know. But, I was leaving three best friends, not just the city. I saw a home there, and had to say goodbye. For now at least. Alright, pass me the Oscar.

Anywho, on another note that is less dramatic, I have partnered up with Rocksbox to give you guys a month FREE to the subscription service. They give you access to SO many awesome jewelry designers such as Kendra Scott, Gorjana, Loren Hope and so many more. Visit https://www.rocksbox.com and enter the code: thedrifterbymalxoxo at checkout for a completely free month! The necklace featured in these photos is from my own personal box. They are on POINT with the wishlists. Everything I received was on my list which is awesome. Check it out for yourself!

Let me know what you think. Have a fuuuuuun Monday! We will survive it together.

Mal

 

 

 

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Posted In: style · Tagged: fashion, fashion blogger, ootd, personal style, rocksbox, style, style blogger

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  1. Sharon Wu says

    08.15.16 at 5:12 pm

    I am obsessed with that top girl! You pull it off so beautifully. Have a great week! xo, sharon

    http://www.stylelullaby.com/tips/tips-making-denim-last/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.15.16 at 5:40 pm

      Aw thanks so much, Sharon!

      Reply
  2. Kate @ Green Fashionista says

    08.15.16 at 5:29 pm

    Loving this OTS look on you, such a pretty color! Yay for a trip to LA to see friends, even if it was hard to say goodbye. Maybe in the near future you can join them? <3
    Green Fashionista

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.15.16 at 5:39 pm

      Ah yes that is the plan! Thanks for visiting!

      Reply
  3. Dolce Nina says

    08.15.16 at 6:21 pm

    Beautiful outfit, the top is so gorgeous! You have an amazing style! xoxo

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.15.16 at 6:35 pm

      Thanks so much!!

      Reply
  4. Janea says

    08.15.16 at 7:10 pm

    I love those shorts with that top – the draping in both is so beautiful! And the jewelry is perfect with that off-the-shoulder top – excellent styling! I know how you feel about leaving friends in California – I just flew back from the San Francisco bay area last night. 🙁 We’ll survive it! Hope you have a great week, beautiful. XO

    http://www.theSTYLetti.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.15.16 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks so much Janea!! YEs, we are in this together 🙂 We got it!

      Reply
  5. LINDSEY of THE NOMIS NICHE says

    08.15.16 at 7:15 pm

    Perfect summer outfit! This off the shoulder top goes perfectly with those laid back shorts. You look beautiful!

    Love, Lindsey
    http://www.thenomisniche.com/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.15.16 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks so much Lindsey!!

      Reply
  6. Merima says

    08.15.16 at 9:00 pm

    Wow, so fun post. Love your outfit.
    P.S Would you like to follow each other? Write about it on my blog.
    Blog: http://www.glaringwaves.blogspot.ba
    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/glaringwaves

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.15.16 at 9:26 pm

      Thanks so much Merima! For sure, always looking for new blogging friends! Just followed you!

      Reply
  7. Jamie says

    08.15.16 at 10:39 pm

    Cute!! I love how you styled that top. Great summer look!

    Jamie
    http://www.treatsandtrendsblog.com/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.16.16 at 2:23 pm

      Thanks so much Jamie!

      Reply
  8. diana says

    08.16.16 at 4:17 am

    love your shoulder-off top

    http://www.queenhorsfall.com/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.16.16 at 2:22 pm

      Thanks Diana!

      Reply
  9. Tamara says

    08.16.16 at 5:03 pm

    Haaha you’re so funny! I know what you mean though, I have friends in L.A. and it’s always leaving this city. Luckily I live in SF which isn’t too far!

    Love your top!

    XoXo,

    Tamara – LoveofMode.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.16.16 at 5:11 pm

      Ah yes! San Fran is awesome! And still in California at least 🙂 Hope you are doing well!

      Reply
  10. molly says

    08.16.16 at 6:19 pm

    OMG move to LA so we can play! Love this look also 🙂

    Xx
    Molly
    http://www.trendychickadee.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.16.16 at 7:38 pm

      Ah yes!! Definitely taking you up on that once I get there! Love your blog 🙂

      Reply
  11. Audrey Paillé says

    08.16.16 at 6:25 pm

    omg cutest top! love the blue color

    http://www.frenchallure.ca/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.16.16 at 7:31 pm

      Thanks so much Audrey!

      Reply
  12. Jennifer says

    08.16.16 at 6:28 pm

    Such a fun top! You look beautiful!

    xo, Jennifer
    http://www.publicistinpearls.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.16.16 at 7:34 pm

      Thanks so much Jennifer!

      Reply
  13. rosie says

    08.16.16 at 8:44 pm

    you look gorgeous I love your whole look!

    Life is just Rosie

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.17.16 at 1:41 am

      Aw thanks Rosie!

      Reply
  14. Edye says

    08.16.16 at 9:51 pm

    Your hair is so pretty! Love that top on you <3

    Blessings,
    Edye | http://gracefulcoffee.wordpress.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.17.16 at 1:41 am

      Aw thanks Edye!

      Reply
  15. Mel says

    08.16.16 at 11:51 pm

    I am obsessed with your top! Love the color and style of it 🙂

    http://www.pennyanddash.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.17.16 at 1:41 am

      Thanks so much Mel!

      Reply
  16. Loal says

    08.17.16 at 6:39 am

    Amazing blouse!
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    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.17.16 at 2:23 pm

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  17. Leftbankgirl says

    08.17.16 at 10:46 am

    You look so cute! Amazing top! Love this look

    http://leftbankgirl.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.17.16 at 2:23 pm

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  18. TOUCHOFGUCCI says

    08.17.16 at 12:00 pm

    Love that top! I’ve been after something similar (but in white) for ages but I love how the blue one looks! x

    TOUCHOFGUCCI // BLOGLOVIN 

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.17.16 at 2:23 pm

      Ah yes white would be so pretty! Thanks love!

      Reply
  19. Cielo says

    08.17.16 at 5:48 pm

    That top is so stunning! Love it! =)

    – Cielo
    Mermaid in Heels

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.18.16 at 2:57 am

      Thanks Cielo!!

      Reply
  20. AMANDA says

    08.17.16 at 6:14 pm

    Lovee your style!

    xxAmanda
    http://poiseinwings.blogspot.com/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.18.16 at 2:57 am

      Thanks Amanda!!

      Reply
  21. Christie says

    08.18.16 at 5:09 am

    You’re so gorgeous! Love this off the shoulder top and reading your post!
    xo
    Christie
    http://www.christielovesflora.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.18.16 at 11:29 pm

      Aww thanks so much love!

      Reply
  22. lena says

    08.18.16 at 12:17 pm

    You look fab dear <3
    lena
    http://skinnycature.com/desigual-make-a-difference-you-are-not-the-same/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.18.16 at 11:29 pm

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  23. Heba says

    08.18.16 at 6:31 pm

    Perfect outfit for our Californian weather. Your jewelry is on point as well! I’ve never heard of the jewelry site, so I will check it out with your code! I also think you should feel a sense of adventure with your friends being in California now…. that way you get to visit all the time!

    Heba xx ││The Heba

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.18.16 at 11:28 pm

      Thanks so much Heba! Rocksbox is the best! And yes, visiting all the time!

      Reply
  24. mansi says

    08.19.16 at 10:56 am

    You pulled out the whole look so beautifully and graciously dear. The pictures, the outfit is just amazing and you looking hot and stunning in them. Great work and post…:)

    http://www.colossalcloset.in/90s-bollywood-inspired-style-shortdresses/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.19.16 at 12:52 pm

      Thanks love!!

      Reply
  25. adele miner says

    08.21.16 at 12:17 pm

    Obsessed with that top, it looks amazing on you! x

    adelelydia.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks Adele!

      Reply
  26. Selin says

    08.21.16 at 2:21 pm

    Gorgeous!! xx

    https://selinsavvides.blogspot.co.uk/2016/08/ten-reasons-university-is-so-much.html

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks Selin!

      Reply
  27. Pperlenoir Style says

    08.21.16 at 4:42 pm

    I love your top !
    Nice pics !!
    http://www.pperlenoirstyle.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  28. Memories of the Pacific says

    08.22.16 at 8:23 pm

    Hi Mallory! I know how sad it is to say goodbye to good friends. But don’t worry, if your friendship is strong, it will last long 🙂
    By the way, I love your top, both the color and the shape!

    http://memoriesofthepacific.blogspot.com.es/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:58 pm

      aw thanks love!

      Reply
  29. The Fashion Folks says

    08.23.16 at 4:09 pm

    Loooove your off shoulder top, it’s so gorgoeus! And love the summer vibe in these pictures! Xx

    http://www.thefashionfolks.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:57 pm

      Thanks so much love!

      Reply
  30. Chelsea Henriquez says

    08.23.16 at 6:07 pm

    That top is pure perfection! Love love love.

    xx,
    Chels
    http://www.chelseaasoflate.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:57 pm

      Thanks so much love!

      Reply
  31. Stella says

    08.24.16 at 10:36 am

    Fantastic look and top Mallory, your hair, your make up, everything is so beautiful!
    Thanks for sharing and have a great day!
    Stella
    http://www.stellaasteria.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:57 pm

      Thanks so much Stella!

      Reply
  32. Joyce says

    08.24.16 at 1:53 pm

    Love the off-the-shoulder top, you look so cute! Hope you had a great time in LA and that you will go back soon!

    Characters & Carry-ons

    Reply
    • mallory says

      08.24.16 at 5:57 pm

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  33. Lauren says

    08.25.16 at 11:08 am

    That top is gorgeous, I love it!

    Lauren x | http://www.huggled.co.uk/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      09.10.16 at 1:06 am

      Thanks Lauren!!

      Reply
  34. barbiegirl06 says

    08.28.16 at 1:11 pm

    Love everything! Photos and outfit are perfect! 🙂
    https://barbiegirl06.wordpress.com/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      09.10.16 at 1:06 am

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  35. BB Foxy says

    08.29.16 at 12:47 pm

    Fantastic Outfit! I`m so in love with the Top! Great ♥

    Love BB Foxy
    http://www.bbfoxy.de

    Reply
    • mallory says

      09.10.16 at 1:06 am

      Thanks so much!!

      Reply
  36. Irene says

    08.31.16 at 11:09 pm

    This is such an amazing post! Have a nice day:)

    irenethayer.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      09.10.16 at 1:06 am

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  37. BeautiliciousD says

    09.13.16 at 3:23 pm

    Lovely blue top 🙂 I really like and it’s something I’d definitely wear too x

    http://www.beautiliciousd.blogspot.com | Let’s follow each other on GFC ♥

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.03.16 at 4:29 pm

      thanks so much love!

      Reply
  38. Unhas says

    09.19.16 at 2:18 pm

    Perfect photos!
    You look amazing!
    – Bianca Unhas

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.03.16 at 4:29 pm

      <3 thanks so much!

      Reply
  39. victoriashklanko says

    09.24.16 at 9:32 am

    Love the off-the-shoulder top, Gorgeous
    http://www.apparelshopusa.com/leggs-sheer-energy-active-support-regular-panty-st-302.html

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.03.16 at 4:28 pm

      Thanks so much love! <3

      Reply
  40. Katrina Fernandez says

    09.27.16 at 5:58 am

    I am obsessed with your off-shoulder blouse babe. You’d just nailed it! You look marvelous of your outfit.

    Checkout my new blog post ALL-BLACK MATCHED WITH SON’S DENIM OUTFIT
    xoxo, Katrina | Instagram: @katrinaisha

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.03.16 at 4:27 pm

      Thanks love!!

      Reply
  41. Jeanelly says

    10.19.16 at 3:10 pm

    Aw! I know the feeling! Sometimes we get a connection with certain places we visit
    Xo
    Jeanie
    http://www.thefashionlotus.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.03.16 at 4:25 pm

      so true!! <3

      Reply
  42. marie from heartfelt hunt says

    10.23.16 at 6:58 pm

    beautiful pictures and this top is super cute!!! <3 <3 <3

    xoxo,
    marie

    http://www.heartfelthunt.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.03.16 at 4:25 pm

      Thanks so much! <3

      Reply
    • Chelsi says

      03.08.17 at 1:04 pm

      Hello sunshine, thanks for dropping by my page and allowing me to discover yours! Keep the inspirational messages coming- god knows I need motivation to survive the next few months of sei-llnfficted fitness comp training Cheers and keep smiling (and stalking), Sky xx

      Reply
  43. Marta says

    10.26.16 at 5:23 pm

    In love with this kind of shirts! Fantastic photos! Love it! Kisses

    http://thefashionjump.blogspot.com.es/

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.03.16 at 4:24 pm

      Thanks love!

      Reply
  44. the color palette/abril says

    11.09.16 at 1:05 am

    that is a fantastic off the shoulder top.
    x,Abril
    The Color Palette

    Reply
    • mallory says

      11.14.16 at 7:34 pm

      Thank you Abril!!

      Reply
  45. Sweet Poppy says

    01.09.17 at 6:46 pm

    You look so pretty <3

    http://www.sweetpoppy.dudeklatero.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      03.07.17 at 3:54 pm

      aw thanks babe!

      Reply
  46. Len Parent says

    01.17.17 at 6:50 pm

    I love this look from head to toe! GORGEOUS as always!
    Happy Tuesday darling!
    Much love, Len
    http://www.lenparent.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      03.07.17 at 3:50 pm

      aw thanks love!

      Reply
  47. martina says

    02.08.17 at 2:53 pm

    Hello lovely,
    the old year is over, but I’m still in love with this kind of summer blouses. I hope we can keep the trend also in this year. You look absolutely amazing in it.
    Greetings from Switzerland, Martina

    Reply
  48. Olivia Poncelet says

    03.15.17 at 8:00 am

    love your top <3
    http://www.oliviaponcelet.com

    Reply
    • mallory says

      03.15.17 at 2:14 pm

      Thanks Olivia!

      Reply

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