DAYCATION

Yesterday, I was whisked away to San Juan Capistrano for the afternoon. Even though I live so close, I've actually never been. So it was really great to get out and do some exploring - it's nice to...

LA MARKET

In my last post I mentioned that some other Summer adventures that will be taking place, so guess what - I'll be at LA Market this week! I have an awesome opportunity to show my 16th Colony Fall...

ALL THAT IS TO COME

Oh, hi. Lately, you might have been thinking 'what is up with this girl - did she forget how to blog or something?' I mean it's probably really been weighing on you I'm sure. But no, really I...

LIFE IN IPHONE PHOTOS - MAY EDITION

Home Town Nights Photo Shoot Inspiration 16th Colony Summer Collection Sneak Peek Work in Progress for 16th Colony Fall 2013 - Loving these new cozy goodies No new friends (except for this guy)

PORT

I met Jim a while ago back at Agenda and at that point I had already been wanting to get into to his store Port and check it all out. I seriously suggest you do the same if you're cruising through...

LIFE IN IPHONE PHOTOS - APRIL EDITION

WILLOW & CLAY FESTIVAL VID

A couple weeks ago I was on set filming with Willow & Clay for their Fall '13 photoshoot. Shooting behind the scenes for fashion brands is great because it really shows an up close and personal...

TRUNK SHOWIN'

My Trunk Show was 3 weeks ago and I have no idea where the time has gone but I've been wanting to share a few photos and thoughts. I teamed up with Bri the lovely owner of Briana Rene Store and...

FESTIVAL STYLE

With Festival Season approaching, I was inspired to put together a few looks. I've been super into graphic tees the last few months. For me they're perfect for my everyday styling since I'm either...

SPRING LOOKS : TOP PICKS

Now that Spring is finally here I wanted to share some of my fave looks. Once it warms up, I always feel so much more alive. And it never fails that every year I have a major case of 'Spring Fever'...

LIFE IN IPHONE PHOTOS - MARCH EDITION

Prism Gallery - Los Angeles Treasure Hunting Fashion District - LA Costa Brava - San Diego City by the bay - SD Trunk Showin' The lovely Bri & I at the 16th Colony Trunk show Sangria. Duh. Paley...

TESTINO AT PRISM

As soon March hits and the weather starts to warm up I'm itching to get out and about. I've been hiding out and working on some projects along with my brand and had seriously forgotten the last...

TRUNK SHOW

Hey guys, guess what, you're invited. Mark your calendar's for Friday, March 22nd - I'm hosting a trunk show at my lovely friend Bri's boutique inside the OC Mart Mix in Costa Mesa. If you're into...

LOCALE MAGAZINE FEATURES 16th COLONY

A few weeks ago, Locale Magazine interviewed me about 16th Colony. The piece just released a few days ago on their website and I'm really excited about it so I thought I'd go ahead and share it....

SHOWING THE GOODS TO MR. KATE

In the midst of launching 16th Colony I couldn't wait to get the ponchos out and about. I met up with a few stylish girls to show them firsthand what the brand is all about. To me it was really...

16th COLONY GIVEAWAY

In case you haven't heard 16th Colony is giving away the Obsidian Poncho. The Obsidian is such a favorite because of the mysterious lace cut outs and suede hand - I figured you guys might want one...

LIFE IN IPHONE PHOTOS - FEBRUARY EDITION

Handsome Roasters - Downtown LA Art at Pool Trade Show Gallery Shootin' craps with Meek Mill Vegas owes me $$ Previewing Willow and Clay Fall Collection On set - filming Rebecca Michaels behind the...

16th COLONY : THE VIDEO LOOKBOOK

With a few weeks into the launch of 16th Colony, I'm really happy with how well it's gone. I've had such a great response and have been pretty busy packaging up a bunch of ponchos and sending them...

BLOGIVERSARY : YEAR ONE

This is the B-Day of Hanger Shortage's blog and I wanted to acknowledge it since I'm sort of sentimental and like to look back at what I was doing one year ago. I decided to go through the entire...

WHO IS MILO GREENE?

I'm really hoping you guys have heard the band Milo Greene and their self titled album that released earlier last year. Personally for me, when I first heard their sound, it kind of stopped me in...

BE MINE

Happy Love Day XOXO

MY BRAND LAUNCH : 16th COLONY

Alright guys here it is - the moment we've all been waiting for. Or at least just me. If you've been paying attention you may have noticed that: A.) I've been slightly absent and B.) Some...

LIFE IN IPHONE PHOTOS - JANUARY EDITION

Ultra suede labels came in for my new line.

JANUARY HEAT

It was super warm over the weekend - so I decided to take advantage. Even though it was planned and packed with lists of things to do in my Moleskine, I had the urge to get out and be free and...

AGENDA

Last Friday I spent the afternoon roaming the aisles of Agenda in Long Beach. I was actually there way longer than expected - there were a bunch of people there that I ran into and it's fun to stop...

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Happy 2013! It's not too late, right? I hope not because I just finished sending out my holiday cards. I typically send out a cute Christmas themed photo but this year I was inspired by a photo of...

LIFE IN IPHONE PHOTOS - DECEMBER EDITION

QUICK OVERVIEW

I've been slightly absent - but don't panic. This month has been absolutely insane and a lot of things are happening at once. My schedule has been packed with so many different projects, while my...

BRIANA RENE BOUTIQUE : OC MART MIX

Over the summer I profiled jewelry designer Briana Ellison. I'm pretty sure I mentioned that she has a boutique located at the OC Mart Mix called Briana Rene. Anyway, I went to visit her there...

LIFE IN IPHONE PHOTOS - NOVEMBER EDITION

Out my window - Solvang Birthday Sparks Blythe Who invited the Herbivore