Racetrack Playa

I finally crossed something off of my list that had been there for far too long! Darren and I made our way to Racetrack Playa for a sunset that we will never forget. 

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Getting here was not easy by any means, we faced bumpy, washboard roads for a good hour and a half! My brain was bouncing all over the place. Although the drive was a little treacherous, it was all worth it because Racetrack Playa was even more beautiful than I had seen in photos. We were all alone out there - and I just loved that feeling of having the whole playa to ourselves.

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One thing I loved most about the playa was the scale-like textures on the ground. I couldn't help but think how such a texture would look on the floors of my future dream home! It was definitely one of my favorite surfaces to move and dance on.

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If you're wondering where those amazing booties came from, they are by Sbicca Footwear! This is the second pair that I chose from their stunning collection, and I am so happy to have them as a part of my wardrobe this fall/winter. I have already worn them so many different ways - from a fancy velvet maxi like the one I'm wearing in this shoot, to some rolled up skinny jeans and an oversized sweater. 

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That velvet maxi dress by The Jetset Diaries and sparkly choker by Joy were basically a match made in heaven - and you can find both of them at my favorite shop, Blackwater! I'm definitely thinking about rocking them both on NYE, what do you say? ::)

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I've really been inspired by traveling lately and seeing new places. I'm eager to move again and dance. I grew up spending so much time training as a dancer -  so being able to use that talent in a new light is one of the best things that happened to me. I feel some sort of release when I am out there, in a natural wonderland, moving to a favorite tune. It's these kind of moments that keep me creating. 

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We ended up staying to see the supermoon and as the moon rose, the playa's surface began to glow! At that moment, I had to pinch myself to make sure I wasn't dreaming. It was just TOO COOL! Like out of this world cool!

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Take a look at what I wore in this shoot with the links below, and don't forget to check out my song of the day. It's a good one!

Photos shot by Darius Twin.