Wearing. Calvin Klein Bra/ Vintage Knit Sweater / Kasil x Taylor Jacobson Shorts / Nordstrom’s Leather Belt
Wearing. Vintage Camel Dress / Fringe Backpack from Christeric / Splendid Wooden Heels
Wearing. Dkny Blouse / Wrangler Shorts / Suede Ankle Boots from Paris / Fringe Backpack from Christeric 
This past weekend’s road trip down route 66 has been the most memorable excursion up-to-date. Visited the glass bridge over the grand canyon (stood 4,000 feet above the canyon…on glass!), visited Navajo tribes, swam in the Colorado river, watched the stars in the pitch dark in a desert trailer park tucked inside the canyon, stayed at a “Bed and BBQ”, ate breakfast at a Route 66 motorcycle-gang stop over restaurant (its entirety was wall papered with dollar bills) ran around Joshua Tree at sunset, and lastly, came home with a cow head. It’s a cow skull with an eagle painted across the forehead, created by Donna in 92′. Or so the etching on the bone says. This was a definite eye-opening trip that really tore a new perspective for me. After staying in a town where burros and horses ruled the unpaved roads, tap water was a risk, and population stood little over a hundred, a public restroom at McDonald’s felt like a luxury in comparison. All-in-all I had such a great time traversing the route and hearing humorous and horror stories from our friendly room keeper.
Earlier this week I read on US Vogue’s ‘Letter from the editor’: “We secretly and not so secretly brave when we travel, the chance to be transformed.” Forgive me if I’ve misquoted, but those words sums up my anticipation for this up-coming summer. Through the perspective of milestones, it will be my 18th summer, the summer into adulthood, closing a chapter in my life and entering a new one. I’m at a point where I find myself looking into the past, but also looking into the future. It’s a juxtaposed state to exist in. Though I (still) fear greatly for my future, in all my hopes and wishes, I hope this summer will bring me sort of clarity. Aside from my physical traveling, I hope that I can gain a state of mind of emotional travel, too.
OLIVIA@LUSTTFORLIFE.COM
Love those photos!
So beautiful!
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Beautiful imagery hun! Looks like y’all had such a blast!
It’s soooo true, much like getting into new relationships…you learn sooo much about yourself the minute you step outta your comfort zone…Cheers to new and safe travels~
xo-Julie
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looks like you has such an super awesome time.. looks like so so so much fun.. would be awesome to do a trip like this aswell! and you’ll be my example:) love all the pictures.. you look so pretty as always. I’m glad you had some fun and time to rest:)
awesome photo reel. must find the closest replica of that flower power headband asap!
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Your trip sounded wondrous. I love just driving across the desert (especially the four corner states) and taking in all the National Parks. Glad you had such a sublime experience, and of course you look smoldering hot in all of your outfits!
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Beautiful post Olivia! These pictures are amazing looks like you truly did have a very fashionable adventurous journey <3
You said it all so greatly. I am almost 31, in a loveless marriage, and am traveling a new path, myself. It’s never too late to start on a path of what is right for you. Good luck! Enjoy every moment.
I love this post mama! I want to go on a roadtrip now!
These photos are all so beautiful! Looks like fun
Oh Olivia, I LOVE this post! The reason why I love your blog so much is not only because you’re one fierce, intelligent and ultra-stylish young lady but also the content and imagery you present in your posts and writing style. I have seriously spent hours and hours lusting over your Grand Canyon, roadtrip and desert adventures since I first started reading your blog. This post reminds me of your older blog entries
– black raven hair, vast sweeping landscapes, cactus’s and sunsets, red desert sand, fringing, good company and all things Navajo! It’s great to hear you had a wonderful time and now approaching a pivotal point in your life.
All the best!
x Lauren
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love this post!! AMAZING pics! Looks like you had a great time
xx,
Jeanine
amazing photos as always ! Lovvvvve the knit sweater in the first out fit and bikini in the next ! & AHH I’m totally on the same page as you regarding the summer thing (minus the whole “being 18″ thing … soon I’ll be!). I’m super close to finishing off highschool, and even though I have loads of good memories to “look back” on, I’m more excited for what’s to come after I graduate. But yes, anways, wonderful post !
Every outfit is right on, but that last one with the cream dress and poncho is so darn good. Really dreamy and just perfect summer.
I could only wish to spend my time like this! Nothing as cool like this in Jersey
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Looks like a ton of fun! I love the pictures too. You’ve inspired me to want to take a road trip down Route 66 sometime soon.
REALLY NICE PHOTOS!!
I ADORE ALL YOUR OUTFITS!!
REGARDS!!
These photos are BEAUTIFUL! You both are gorgeous & I love every single outfit you girls are wearing! AMAZING post, lost of inspiration!
xoxo
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You look fabulous in every image!Especially loving your daisy chain headband! x
The time you start another chapter on your life you learn so much about yourself. Your trip looks amazing!
And I really love the Dkny blouse with that short!!
xxx
You’re my source of inspiration. Insanely gorgeous. Sounds like you’ve had an experience you won’t miss.
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ohh i love these pictures! you look goorgeous xx
amazing photos
I must say that all of your pictures are magnificent and that badingsuit I want. It looks perfect on you. Thanks for these amazing photos.
oh, Olivia! You are the most amazing blogger, I love your all posts
Love your open knit sweater
I really like these photos.
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Looks like you had an incredible time!
x
beautiful photos
Love that store with al the headdress’. Whats it called? Or where is it?
Your blog is so cool.
Kisses from France :p
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Amazing !
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that one teaspoon bikini is fantastic!!! I wish it would look that good on me but definitely would not fit my body. great pictures love!
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Great Post,
Ive just arrived in LA for a 5 day stint-as an under ager, can you recommend any fun things for a girl like me to do ? lapetitefembot.blogspot.com
Wow I thought you were older for some reason! Must be your fabulous sense of style. That summer is a rough one but there will be many, many wonderful things to come!
May I ask which Route 66 route you take since there are so many?
There is only one route 66 but it stretches from Santa Monica, California to Chicago. The route I drpve on Route 66 was the part that runs through the Mojave, California to Arizona.
amazing pictures! looks like u had a fun trip!