DAY TRIPPER

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WEARING: Splendid Jacket, Melissa Araujo Crop Top, American Apparel Leather Skirt & Bra and Aldo Shoes.

“It is not true that people stop pursuing dreams because they grow old, they grow old because they stop pursuing dreams.”  Gabriel Garcia Marquez. 
To be in LA is such a great experience. Every time I am here it means something different to me but the  purpose stays the same: To follow my dreams. I love it here, regardless of some of the plastic people. This is a place where you can see your dreams coming true. Like Marquez said in the quote above (he is one of my favourite writers) dreams keep us young, and alert.

I am so focused right now, so inspired by the people I met this week from CEO's, to VP's to creative directors to the little people (me included). Taking risks, speaking up and following your dreams are the best pieces of advice that I can give myself right now. I am not naive and I know not all dreams come true; but I am hungry for it and I won't give up easily. Yes, sharing dreams and creativity, one blog post at a time. Photos by another dreamer, the very talented: Particle Observer. Not only do you get to see his beautiful photos, he just uploaded a new song.

Comments

  1. Annina5 October 2012 at 02:15

    amazing! *.*

    xx,A.

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  2. Lara Siles5 October 2012 at 02:54

    Great photos Melissa, so inspiring.

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  3. joanna roars5 October 2012 at 02:59

    Great shots! You look like runway star in the morning! :) Lovely shoes and jacket!

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  4. Darkholic5 October 2012 at 04:22

    You look completely amazing. Love the jacket and the way you have decided to wear it.

    xxx

    www.darkholicfashion.blogspot.com.es

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  5. Bisous Natasha5 October 2012 at 06:11

    GGM is my favourite author and this rings so true to me right now !! So proud of you Melissa and what you are doing with the blog and going to LA to pursue your dreams. I've pretty much had it with waiting for things to happen in London and if I have to fork out money to go to NYC from time to time then so be it. Because "if we don't follow our dreams, we will spend the rest of our lives working for someone who did" -Topaz

    xoxo
    Natasha

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  6. Y además sombreros5 October 2012 at 06:47

    Estás muy guapa.
    Un beso.

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  7. Caro *5 October 2012 at 08:11

    Beautiful outfit, I love your jacket :)

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  8. Rose Mode5 October 2012 at 09:00

    Dont ever give up on your dream. You are capable to do everything you want to do ;)
    I would be so happy if you could like my Facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/RoseHeartMode

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  9. Andrea5 October 2012 at 09:00

    amazing! I love your shorts! I want them! :D

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  10. Barcelona Brunettes5 October 2012 at 09:14

    Amazing outfit and nice pics <3

    we love your jacket!

    x0x0

    BarcelonaBrunettes
    www.barcelonabrunettes.com

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  11. Inês Margarida Martins5 October 2012 at 09:24

    amazing outfit, love the jacket and the shoes!

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  12. Diana S.T.5 October 2012 at 09:25

    hello!!!! your blog is so great... please come visit my blog and if you like it let me know if you would like us to follow each other to be in contact...
    kisses
    www.petitgraphie.blogspot.com

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  13. Bhushavali5 October 2012 at 10:32

    Leather skirt & top are fab... Those shoes are fabulous!!!
    Came here blog hopping and liked your blog!
    Do drop by my blog sometime.
    And do follow via GFC & FB, if you like and let me know with a comment! :)
    FASHION PANACHE BLOG

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  14. Marcela Gmd5 October 2012 at 10:52

    Beautiful photos, dear!!!
    (I have an extensive library and I had to study many artists in university)...
    Have a wonderful weekend! and my G+ for you...

    Besos, desde España, Marcela♥

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  15. MILEX5 October 2012 at 11:05

    beyond good!

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  16. Katherine5 October 2012 at 11:11

    i love that jacket. really really love it. i want it - i could imagine it going with everything

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails

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  17. snow. white5 October 2012 at 11:18

    Gorgeous dear!!!

    xx
    snowwhite90.blogspot.com

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  18. Styleofblonde5 October 2012 at 11:19

    Your jacket is so adorable and these shoes are amazing too :)

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  19. Steph Yt.5 October 2012 at 11:21

    Adoooore that outfit! you look so chic hun!!

    xx
    Steph Yt.
    A Fashion & Lifestyle Photography Blog: Ginger and Lace

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  20. Paulina DeVil5 October 2012 at 11:27

    really gorgeous photos! xx

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  21. The Dragonfruit5 October 2012 at 11:35

    One of your best yet, girl! Love the outfit and photos so much ♥

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  22. Polly5 October 2012 at 11:52

    Wow, I love this skirt! And the jacket is amazing :)

    Kisses.

    www.pollysboudoir.blogspot.com

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  23. Beth5 October 2012 at 12:09

    Loving the crop top~

    -Tammy
    http://silksatinlace.blogspot.com

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  24. Selvaggia Capizzi5 October 2012 at 12:53

    Melissa I love love love this outfit, you look gorgeous!
    Don't Call Me Fashion Blogger
    Bloglovin'
    Facebook

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  25. Monika Ozdoba5 October 2012 at 13:15

    Hello Dear,
    I like your blog-would you like to follow each other? :)

    XOXO,
    Monika

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    1. melissa5 October 2012 at 13:35

      Monika I don't do follow for follow. If you like my blog you are more than welcome to follow me here. But don't follow me because you think you will get a follow for follow. Not how I use my blog. Thanks

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  26. Aleksandra5 October 2012 at 13:15

    Your outfit looks amazing, especially against these backgrounds !!!
    Very cool jacket !!!

    http://www.olastory.com/

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  27. Asia5 October 2012 at 13:34

    I like this photo :)

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  28. Mademoiselle Mode5 October 2012 at 13:43

    I really love your boots girl ^^

    Kisses ♥
    http://www.mademoisellemode.com/

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  29. Unknown5 October 2012 at 14:11

    What great photos and love that skirt!

    xo
    Alison

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  30. Sunters5 October 2012 at 14:38

    Gorgeous look

    xx

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  31. Nobre Sandra5 October 2012 at 15:28

    So true...I love your outfit, so beautiful!

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  32. A Minor Obsession5 October 2012 at 15:28

    You look as amazing as ever - where can I buy those legs?! Have an amazing weekend xx

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  33. Unknown5 October 2012 at 16:16

    looking hot in those photos!
    Garcia Marquez is one of my favorite authors as well, I especially loved "Love in the times of cholera" and "100 años de soledad" (I don't know how they translated the title to English) but anyway.. what is that dream you wanna fullfill I wonder?

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  34. David5 October 2012 at 17:50

    Dope looking shoot.

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  35. Kat5 October 2012 at 18:37

    i loveeee your top! its so cute :)

    katslovefashion.blogspot.com

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  36. Keit6 October 2012 at 00:12

    It's wonderful you've found your place and you're pursuing your dreams, so very happy for you ^_^
    Bad ass look, love it!

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  37. c6 October 2012 at 00:51

    you look so fabulous, your outfit is just perfect!

    <3

    ps. we are now giving away 10 times a $5 giftcarfd of Dino Direct!

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  38. My Scrambled Style6 October 2012 at 03:45

    You look great. I love the whole outfit.
    Love the quote too!

    Xo

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  39. Lastmakeup6 October 2012 at 06:08

    Hi Melissa! Thank's for visit my blog.. I'm a new follower!
    Kiss Erica

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  40. Inés6 October 2012 at 07:21

    Wow! I love this outfit, Melissa! With or without jacket! But I think the jacket adds a little edge, like a boy friend borrowed one!
    If you stop by my site you will find my new post, I hope you enjoy it!
    I hope you are having the best weekend!
    A big hug!

    Inés
    SimplyClassyMe.blogspot.com

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  41. Missy6 October 2012 at 08:16

    Very cool outfit and location!

    Hug!

    Melissa

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  42. Thrifted Shift6 October 2012 at 09:05

    You look wonderful. I love GGM books, his writing astounds me. Good luck! Go fulfill your destiny!

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  43. Unknown6 October 2012 at 11:13

    Hello Friend okay???
    I really like your blog, it has very creative posts.
    While it may va about my blog, I think you'll like:

    http://couturetrend.blogspot.it/

    If you are on Facebook please visit my fanpage, is updated all the time.

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    I hope for you!

    Kisses

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  44. Anonymous6 October 2012 at 12:42

    i love the positive outlook and attitude. i should take that advice that you give to yourself and implement it into my own life. keep pushing and keep dreaming and you'll do great!

    leyla.

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  45. .6 October 2012 at 13:23

    I love the jacket,

    perfect outfit as always,

    I adore the last pictures!

    xx


    Olivia

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  46. Patricia Fresquet6 October 2012 at 14:04

    Love your jacket, nice photos !!
    I wait in my blog, xx ♥

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  47. Danny6 October 2012 at 14:17

    you are so stylish, loved your skirt and jacket!

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  48. kathy6 October 2012 at 17:16

    I love this look!
    Hope you have a great time in LA and good luck :)
    xxx

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  49. Grace Wrightsell6 October 2012 at 17:53

    Perfect outfit!
    I'm sure you get this all the time but I am so envious of your model body!

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  50. Izzy6 October 2012 at 18:05

    keep working hard for your dreams :) these photos are beautiful and your leather skirt is gorgeous <3

    metallicpaws.blogspot.com

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  51. Miss Monroe6 October 2012 at 20:47

    Cute outfit! <3

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  52. Unknown7 October 2012 at 05:26

    Love your look!

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  53. Unknown7 October 2012 at 07:31

    you have great style! I'm your new follower hope you can follow me too

    http://www.ohmydior.org/

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  54. Sabrina7 October 2012 at 07:44

    Beautiful pics!! love the coat ;) xoxo

    blythelifestyle.blogspot.com.es

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  55. Maria Chloe7 October 2012 at 10:59

    Lovely photos and great shoes!
    xo,
    http://loadsofashion.blogspot.com/

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  56. Borjana7 October 2012 at 12:03

    I'm seriously crazy about everything here,honey!You,outfit,pictures,wow!;)
    xx
    B.
    http://www.beeswonderland.com/

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  57. Tatty7 October 2012 at 14:21

    love the style of your photos! and love the outfit to!

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  58. Marta Cermeño7 October 2012 at 14:37

    I love this post so much!! The leather skirt is really nice. I love the quote as well!
    Have a lovely day xx

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  59. criscrascrus7 October 2012 at 16:06

    sooo cool pics! as always

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  60. Audrey Allure7 October 2012 at 18:04

    Love your jacket!

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  61. Aubrey and Melissa7 October 2012 at 18:20

    Thank you for your sweet comment on our site! Love your blog, you have such gorgeous photos and an awesome sense of style! Love your skirt in this post.

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  62. S7 October 2012 at 18:41

    love this set of photos.. beautiful light and flawless outfit as always ;)

    steph / absolutely-fuzzy.com

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  63. joy7 October 2012 at 21:51

    Love the jacket!

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  64. Josephine8 October 2012 at 00:08

    You're so gorgeous! Love this, especially that skirt.

    <3 Josephine
    www.champagnestar.com

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  65. Mallory8 October 2012 at 01:32

    I love the different textures of this outfit, they work so well together.

    Mallory
    ReadyTwoWear

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  66. Unknown8 October 2012 at 02:07

    Amazing outfit and great photos!

    www.timolove.com

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  67. Yulie8 October 2012 at 03:50

    wow awesome photos your blog is great!!! Maybe we follow each other ?! Let me know ;-) Greetings www.yuliekendra.com

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  68. Universo de um Closet8 October 2012 at 07:32

    Love the pictures! You look beautiful. I follow you, follow me back? xoxo

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  69. Itchy Edgy8 October 2012 at 09:50

    Love all of it! Amazing photos! And the location is really great! Have a nice day! Xx

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  70. Maddie8 October 2012 at 10:29

    Gorgeous photos ! I really enjoyed this post! And what a great outfit!
    You have such cool and stylish blog, so I am definitely your newest follower!

    callmemaddie.blogspot.com

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  71. FAIIINT8 October 2012 at 12:14

    I love that quote too & it rings true for me at the moment as well. Really happy for you & to hear that your feeling super inspired, you have the talent to make it, just keep on fighting for it & you'll get there! :) These photos are really lovely too, the light in them is just beautiful, so hazy & dreamy!

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  72. Myself Fashion Show8 October 2012 at 14:13

    Love the look and the pictures, big kiss, Maira

    www.myselffashionshow.com

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  73. Helena Resende8 October 2012 at 15:49

    Gorgeous pictures :)

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  74. Maria Bastida8 October 2012 at 20:55

    I love that quote and your outfit, as always!!! a good leather skirt is a MUST ;)

    http://thegoldenpaillettes.blogspot.com/

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  75. Unknown8 October 2012 at 23:01

    So inspirational & yet so humbling, I definitely admire you and of course I'm in love with your blog. Would you like to follow each other? I follow you!

    ~Ping

    http://withinthesun.blogspot.com/

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  76. Fashion By He9 October 2012 at 07:52

    love this outfit

    -He

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  77. -Stephanie9 October 2012 at 14:32

    I love this look. And your photographs are gorgeous.
    Thank you for the comment you left on my blog!

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  78. Street Fashion Paris10 October 2012 at 06:28

    Cute Jacket!!!! Love it !!! xxx

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  79. sara l10 October 2012 at 07:03

    so lovely!

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  80. Jessica10 October 2012 at 12:56

    You look amazing. I adore your skirt and those shoes are pretty amazing.

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  81. Lilly Rocket10 October 2012 at 14:14

    awesome outfit, madame! i love it!

    kissboombang.
    bonnie + kleid

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  82. Unknown10 October 2012 at 14:56

    love how you mixed the black and brown :)

    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley

    SideSmile Style Blog

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  83. Stylishlyme10 October 2012 at 20:24

    Love the outfit and it sounds like you had a wonderful time in LA.

    -V
    http://stylishlyme.com/

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  84. thehautepursuit10 October 2012 at 20:52

    hey girl!!!!
    love the pictures. hope you're doing well.
    i sent over the link via FB the other day. get it get it get it!
    lovvvvveeeee!
    xo
    V

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  85. shardette..11 October 2012 at 16:14

    These images are shot in such beautiful light.. love it!

    xx Sharday

    SHARDETTE BLOG

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  86. Analisa11 October 2012 at 19:40

    These photos are gorgeous! I love your jacket!

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  87. ellakii sedgwick13 October 2012 at 19:21

    my dear one thing is for sure you have a great taste in shoes, perfect look,
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  88. Unknown17 October 2012 at 17:10

    WOW I'm so into this outfit! xx
    www.surfaddictfashionista.com/

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  89. rag dolls28 October 2012 at 01:51

    great outfit

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  90. Ju30 October 2012 at 13:01

    i LOVE your wedges!

    xx ju -> juBook

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  91. Manonnn28 November 2012 at 14:09

    Great style, I love the top and the skirt!!!

    http://beautybubblesinyourlife.blogspot.fr

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