Dazey Getawayz in New York City

I went to NYC once for a weekend with my family when I was a teenager. So basically I had never REALLY been to New York. I always heard people talk about its magical effect on you and didn't believe them. Now I get it. I don't know if it was the novelty of it all, change of weather, the good food, or just having a great time with my friend Champagne, but it really was wonderful. Champagne and I both left feeling inspired and refreshed as people and as business owners. 

We originally planned this trip awhile back because we wanted to be in the city for New York Fashion Week. Ever since I was a young fashion student I wanted to go to see what the fuss was all about. We did make it into a few shows and events which was fun...but when we got there we realized we really just wanted to do our own thing and explore this special city! We had both been feeling like we were in a creative rut and this was exactly what we needed to jumpstart our creatives juices. We walked around the entire week finding new places and taking photos as we went. The captions on my Insta posts below should give you a hint as to how I was feeling by the end of the trip! We were ready to pack our bags and be bicoastal babes ;) 

Below are some Dazey looks we snapped around the city along with some of the best places we went. I broke them up by area so if you're traveling in NYC it will be easier to navigate my recommendations all in one spot. Leave a comment at the bottom if you enjoy these Dazey Getawayz posts and want more!

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So how we all feel about the name “Dazey NYC”!? 😜 My worst fear happened and I seriously fell in love with this city ❤️ I don’t know what the future holds but I know I want a lot more of New York in it ✨ Writing this on my @alaskaair flight back home and already scheming ways to get back ✈️ PS for all those asking about this dress it’s in the Dazey Lady shop now, limited quantities avail so snag now 😘 Photo by my travel partner in crime @champagneunicorns 📸 #bicoastalbabe?! #dazeygetawaz #NYC #danidazey

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Rain can’t get my down in the city of dreams ☔️ Sometimes you just need a dose of inspiration to remember why you do what you do ✨ Wearing my Risk Taker Dream Maker tee feels so right here ❤️👊 #danidazey #dazeyla #findinspiration #dazeygetawayz #brooklynbaby

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Maman - Caffeinate - SoHo

We were regulars here by the end of the trip, no joke! It was the very first stop on our first day and we kept coming back. The coffee and pastries were so great it was hard not to. Our favorite part had to be the ambiance. It really felt like we were in a magical little french cafe. The window seating was great for people watching and the seating in the back felt like a little escape, perfect to get some work done. 

Warm - Shop - SoHo

This little shop was like finding a slice of California in the concrete jungle. It was filled with so many colorful and cozy clothes and objects, displayed one after the other almost like it it was a vintage store. Curated beautifully with 70's inspired goodies I found a ton of design inspiration here.

Eat - Egg Shop - SoHo

I love eggs. As soon as I head recommendations for this spot I WAS THERE! It did not disappoint. Champagne and I almost ordered a second dish because we loved the first so much haha. The wait did take awhile but there was plenty of cute shops nearby to distract us. Order the deconstructed Benedict! 

Pietro Nolita - DON'T EAT, Snap photo - SoHo area

After seeing many-an-Instagram at this spot I knew I wanted to strike a pose in front of the pink facade. I had a few warnings that the food was just ok but I decided to try it anyways. Fairly bland, overpriced, and only accepted American Express - WHAT!? So I'd skip the food portion and just take your photo. But beware they only allow iPhone photos and get pretty grouchy otherwise, at least that was my experience lol. Here's the photos we were able to get!

Eat - Dez - SoHo

We had been window shopping all day in SoHo and all of the sudden realized it was three o'clock and we hadn't eaten! I hopped onto Yelp and found this cute spot. A walk-up-and-order joint with good prices and really good food. It had a super hip moroccan desert vibe and they serve middle eastern food. A great spot to grab a quick bite if you're in the area!

Shop - Goods for the Study - SoHo

Directly across the street from Dez was an artists paradise, a store filled to the brim with different pens and markers. They also have a giant pad of paper in the middle for you to test! Next door they have a paper version of the same store dedicated solely to stationary. We had a lot of fun looking around!

Shop - Artists & Fleas - SoHo

I was familiar with the name because Artists and Fleas hosts pop up shops in both Venice and the Arts District in LA. In New York they have a handful of permanent locations filled with mini shops of small artists and designers. We were only able to stop by the SoHo location and it was super cute, and I hear the other locations were even better. That's where Champagne and I snagged our adorable Min & Mon bag pictured above. 

Eat - Butchers Daughter - SoHo area

This was for sure one of the most recommended places of the trip. I think the name is quite clever for a mostly vegan/vegetarian spot! I had been to their Venice location in LA and the interior was to die for. The original NYC location was a bit smaller and slightly more simple but I think the food was actually better! My turmeric latte was amazing too, and that's not normally something I order.

Shop & Caffeinate - Canal Street Market - Canal Street

Another collective of cute small companies, complete with a coffee shop and food options! This place felt really eclectic and artsy, less corporate than some of the other similar spaces. Definitely stop in here for a coffee & shop sesh! 

Eat - Nickel and Dine - Chinatown/SoHo area

A solid spot with cute interior and good grub! American style food, be sure to order the garlic fries. They have a nice patio as well as large indoor area with full bar.

Drink - Apotheke - Chinatown

Hidden away in a Chinatown alley this place can be tricky to find, with the sign reading just "Chemist" outside, we almost missed it! As you enter you get some serious speakeasy vibes. Underground, live music, dimly lit, and an extensive, fancy cocktail list. We had some amazing drinks filled with all sorts of unexpected ingredients! Well worth the pretty penny we paid. Maybe don't spend your whole night and savings account here, but worth one or two drinks for sure. 

To do - Central Park - The tourist trap not to miss

Most of our trip we spent avoiding tourist traps but we did spend a day doing the rounds. The one that really stood out was Central Park. It was massive and felt almost enchanted. With the place being so spread out it never felt overwhelming or crowded. Moss grew on century old statues, horses trotted on cobblestone roads,  people rowed boats through the lake, and giant rocks and overgrown bridges were everywhere. Grab a latte and take a walk!

Treat - Van Leewens - ALL over

With one of their few LA locations being blocks from my apartment I know their cream all too well. The honey comb flavor is hands down my favorite of all time (sorry Jennis and Cool Haus). I knew it was New York based but I had no idea they had so many adorable and different locations! This one by Central Park had my favorite interior.    

BROOKLYN BABY - A city of it's own

We dedicated two whole days of our trip to exploring Brooklyn, and it was NOT enough! It's truly a city of its own split into so many districts. We ended up spending most of our time in Williamsburg and found some really cute spots. 

Eat - Cafe Colette - Williamsburg

Quaint as can be with great food to match. Vintage diner vibes with a modern twist. Indoor, outdoor, and hybrid seating available! What does that mean!? They have one room that totally feel like an indoor/outdoor greenhouse - really epic. Great spot for a little brunch and there wasn't a wait when we went on Sunday, which people say is rare for an NYC brunch spot! 

Shop - Beacons - Williamsburg

A few people mentioned this spot but I had NO IDEA what I was in for. It is heaven on earth for you second hand lovers, both contemporary and vintage. It's like Crossroads and Buffalo Exchange had a way cooler and larger baby, if that makes sense haha. It was so overwhelming we could hardly contain ourselves! They had anything you would want in every color and price range. I imagine a lot of NY gals working in the fashion industry sell here because it was filled with designer pieces that looked and seemed brand new. And the prices were amazing, I got a $600 Anna Sui dress for $50! Everyone says the Brooklyn location is the best too, so don't miss it.

Caffinate, drink, eat - Sauvage - Brooklyn

I can really only attest to the coffee as that's all we did here, but I can imagine the food is wonderful! We were trying to escape the rain and stumbled upon this gorgeous spot. The interior was truly beautiful. We sat by the bar window looking out at the rainy intersection with our coffees. It felt like we were in Paris in the 1920s! One of those places that transports you.

Shop - Burson & Reynolds - Brooklyn

Right by Sauvage we found the most adorable store, Burson & Reynolds. We ended up getting almost all of our souvenirs here! They had an eclectic choice of paper goods, fun finds, and decor pieces. We chatted with the owner awhile and she's all about supporting artists, especially ones local to NY or Brooklyn. Whenever I travel I try to support local businesses in the area so I was happy to give them all my money haha. I loved all the art and the whole vibe of this shop!

Shop - Bulletin - Williamsburg

A really cool store concept, since it's hard to own your own store in NYC they rent shelf space specifically to small feminist brands. Before you say, "Dazey should be in there!" don't worry, they contacted me awhile back. It didn't make much sense with our made to order business model, but I do love the idea! It was really cool to have heard about it before and then see in person. A lot of sassy fun stuff that will make you LOL and make the patriarchy roll in it's grave. 

Shop - Mociun Home - Williamsburg

It's no secret I love interior decorating and this place took my breath away. Hand picked and hand made pottery with a gradient backsplash?! Count me in. Lately I've been dreaming of having quirky matching kitchen wear. Maybe one day, but for now I can come in here and daydream.

Caffinate & work - Devocion - Brooklyn

My friend Rae told me this was her favorite coffee shop and I could instantly see why. They not only take the art of coffee seriously, but give you a stunning environment to enjoy it in. We ended up spending a few hours in here getting work done at their cozy booths complete with a plant wall backdrop. The croissants you see below are passionfruit and brie and blew my mind. 

Shop - Love Only - Williamsburg

Some awesome brands, styles, and a friendly staff. The girl working literally wrote down a laundry list of places we had to visit and gave us the full scoop on living in NY. A little more funky than your average New York store, and again more California vibes haha (sensing a theme here). The area is great for shopping but this store certainly stood out! 

Shop - Concrete & Water - Williamsburg

Really beautiful store with a back patio area. Men & women's clothing, some high end brands but not the boring kind. Really loved the vibe and branding in here! Felt very inspired by the pretty winter wear. Plus an adorable shop dog always helps.

Caffinate - Toby's Estate - Williamsburg

Eat - Sweetwater - Williamsburg

Saving one of our favorite spots for last. Another quick Yelp find that far exceeded our expectations. When we walked in it felt like we were entering a different era. You could tell that whether it was Sweetwater or another restaurant, it has been there a long time. The floor tiling, wallpaper, and bar just felt so vintage and truly authentic. All the vibes. It even prompted us to do an impromptu photoshoot as we were waiting for our food! With the rain falling outside we decided to get onion soup and burrata. Oh my gosh I had no idea soup and burrata could have that much FLAVOR and look that beautiful. Don't miss this spot!

Back to LA in style - Alaska Air - JFK lounge

I had never flown anywhere but in the very back of the cheapest plane and waited in the crowded public areas of the airport. WOAH, to see how the fancy folks fly was a game changer! The Alaska Air lounge in JFK Airport was insane. Gorgeously designed interior, free food, and FREE LATTE BAR! All my favorite things. We got to the airport a bit early and had a chance to relax and work from the lounge and it really felt like we we're hanging in some luxe coffee shop. Then on the plane we had enough room in front of us to work on our laptops without having to do T-rex hands. It really helped me feel like I accomplished stuff on my flight.

Dazey Getawayz - Tokyo

Last month I went on a trip to an incredible city I have always wanted to visit, Tokyo. When my sister and I were younger we were obsessed with anime. From Pokemon, Sailor Moon, to every Studio Ghibli movie ever made. YUP, nerds I know. But there was something so magical about the way the stories were told that really pulled you from reality. Japan embraces that same dreamlike escapism in many aspects of life. Our little brother is now 13 and followed his sisters on the anime train! He was actually the one that really pushed for this family trip. We all happily obliged- my mom, sister, brother, and brother-in-law. Of course the reason I wanted to go as an adult was to see and wear the wild fashion! Lucky for me, my family is full of creatives and helped me snap cool photos along the way. My sister's husband, Sean, is also a videographer @39north.productions and got some amazing footage from our trip! Which is why it took me a month to get thus post up haha.

So as you may have imagined all the Tokyo rumors you have ever heard are true, it is a fascinating futuristic land with unique quirks up the wazoo! From the hot vending machines and amazing street food to the cat latte art and squirting toilets (AMAZING BTW). I could write for days about all the strangely wonderful things that make this city so special, but let me just show you :) Below I have my guide on where to go, what to eat, and where to get THE SHOT! 

Osaka

Okay yes the title of this post is Tokyo Takeover, but the very first place I’m sharing is an entirely different city haha. I only stayed here for a little over a day to explore before catching a flight, but got to see some really cool stuff. The shrine you see below is the Namba Yasaka Shrine. Easily one of the most awe inspiring locations of this trip! The photos don’t do justice. Osaka is the second biggest city and known for it’s foodie scene. I explored a cute little neighborhood called Nakazakicho tucked under the subway. It had a bunch of cute vintage shops and cafes scattered in between traditional buildings left intact after the war. It was saddening to hear how many of Japan’s traditional architecture and shrines were destroyed so it was good to see the few left in Osaka. 

Harajuku

Yes like the Gwen Stephani song. This is a neighborhood in Tokyo known for it’s funky and eclectic fashion. It is overwhelming in the best way. While there were certainly many funky and colorfully dressed Japanese girls there wasn’t quite as much as you’d expect. The fashion trend in Tokyo right now is super loose and simple pieces and neutral color palettes - I certainly missed the memo on my personal trek to embody Japanese style on my trip as you will see haha.

Harajuku is massive and offers so many different types of businesses and areas,  Takeshita Street being the most famous. It’s a tourist trap no doubt, but one you cannot miss! It is packed with people and colors galore, bright stores and cafes selling massive cotton candy and rainbow grilled cheese. If you turn right from there you are brought to a giant mall and an area filled with big fancy retailers. You can skip all that but don’t miss the Kawaii Monster Cafe! That place is wild and a seriously good time. It looks like a theme park and will blow your mind.

Past Takeshita and into the alleys is where you really want to go. Much of Japan’s best retail and food are located in alleyways! That’s where you can find Reissue, the coffee shop known for their amazing latte art. Not only are they perfect for a photo op, but they taste damn good! I recommend the honey latte with 3D cats, all you have to do is show them a photo and they can remake anything! They can even do portraits. My little brother showed them an image of the RIPNDIP middle finger cat and they replicated it perfectly, LOL. 

This area is full all the Kawaii, which means 'cute' in Japanese, places. Eddy’s Ice Cream is a must for tasty photogenic snack #2! There are also light bulb drinks and so many more. As you roam deeper you can find the hip local stores and cafes. Pastries are a way of life in Japan and the cafe simply titled, “Bread, Espresso &” is a great place to get your gluten on!

When you are tired from all the commotion you can seek peace and quiet inside Harajuku’s own Yoyogi Park. A gorgeous public park that stretches for miles. You can literally get lost in it…..we actually did haha. There are temples and trees as far as the eye can see!

Shibuya

This is the heart of Tokyo. Home of the largest intersection in the world! Crossing the intersection is literally a tourist must. It will blow your mind. I ventured here mostly in the evening to go out and get dinner so I didn’t get the opportunity to snap many photos! But you can’t miss this bustling and exciting area, it’s the Tokyo people talk about. We had dinner at Ichiran, a famous ramen spot where you first order through a vending machine and then they bring it to you through a secret door in front of your seat! It was an experience. Another super fun stop is Wired Tokyo, it's a bar and bookstore! We had so much fun sipping on cocktails while flipping through magazines and books. It was a perfect little escape right above the wild intersection! 

Shinjuku

As amazing as the street food is, I was very excited to stumble upon a vegan friendly spot that looked like it was plucked straight from LA! Mr. Farmer is a super nice spot with locally sourced organic food. It’s not super easy to be vegetarian in Tokyo (especially when you’re the only one in the group) so this was the perfect place to grab a killer veggie burger. This was also a great area to grab sushi pescatarian, standing self-corrected haha. Japan has sushi that can cost pennies or hundreds of dollars. We wanted to try a nice mid level spot where we could sit down and relax. Tsukijitamazushi was perfect. Nice ambiance, cool views, and great sushi! The city is crazy condensed so most places are located in malls, don’t let this scare you, it's normal in Tokyo! Next to the endless sky scrapers they have the most gorgeous parks, Shinjuku Gyo-en is a must see in this area.

At nighttime Shinjuku really comes to life! The photos you see of Tokyo with lights and signs filling the streets, that’s Shinjuku. It is also home to the world famous Robot Restaurant. Located about eight flights underground in the most insane arena. Dancers and performers do a full act with gigantic robotic machines and it will blow your mind. This was easily my favorite part of the trip! 

Shimo-Kitazawa

This is the hipster hood of Tokyo! A few stops outside the city and all of the sudden you’re in the most adorable neighborhood with alleys and alleys of coffee shops, vintage stores, and local boutiques. The area appeared super mellow and slow but as you go deeper into the center of this neighborhood it becomes a frenzy of young Japanese trendsetters shopping with fervor. We started off with lattes per usual at Usual. A super cute spot with a beautiful patio to people watch. Then onto the vintage shops, they are literally everywhere and people are obsessed. My boyfriend, Phillip, requested I get him a vintage Japanese tee, but I literally could not find any vintage Japanese items anywhere! They love American vintage and pay a pretty penny for it. New business idea haha?! Nevertheless I couldn’t help but grab a few pieces!

In Japan literally all the food is good, people said it but I didn’t believe it. We ate at so many random little places, you cannot go wrong. But yes sometimes you just want a little taste of home and Village Vanguard Diner was just that. Super tasty gastro pub with some healthy options too! Across the street be sure to get a taiyaki for dessert. These little fished shaped waffles filled with oozy goodness were to die for.

So amidst all the shopping and eating I needed another pick me up… Or really just an excuse to try another coffee shop lol. Bear Pound Coffee is for serious espresso snobs. The owner, Tanaka, is native to Japan but lived in New York for years perfecting the coffee game. He brought it back to Shimo-Kitazawa and people are obsessed. I had a really great latte and sat on the bench outside to do some more people watching in this amazing area.

Ikebukuro

Video game and anime lovers this is your neighborhood! My sister, brother, and brother-in-law are still very much in this world so they had to see it all. I had fun looking like a cartoon in this super fun overall outfit we carry in the Dazey Lady Shop! It was pretty fascinating to see all the super fans, they even have a name for them, Otaku! We ventured into 11 floor gift and action figure shops, six floors of  arcades, and more. At the Sega arcade one whole floor was dedicated to claw machines and looked SO COOL! As my brother was wasting all his money I took the time to do a photoshoot haha. On another floor there were rows and rows of old school video game machines, each with a player at them who was VERY into it. Up near the top was the 'women’s floor' dedicated to cosplay and photo booths. A line of ladies waited to pick out their costume and do hair and makeup for their photos. It was mind blowing and if there wasn’t such a long ass line I would have done it myself haha. Even if you’re not into video game culture, this whole area is a sight to see.

Coachella 2018 Round Up

The Event:

So excited to host our very first event for Coachella. I have been attending the festival and/or events surrounding it for years and have always wanted to get Dazey involved. Luckily this year I had the perfect venue for a pop up, The Desert House! It is right off the road on your way into Palm Springs so we figured it was a good place to drop in on the way into town. You can take a break from the crazy traffic to grab a drink, snap some photos, and get some clothes! We got the keys literally the week before and worked hard to get it ready in time. It was madness to say the least, but we pulled it off! The backyard was feeling festive and decked out in amazing goodies like pool floats, umbrellas, and pinatas from Sunny Life. Some amazing ethically made brands popped up alongside Dazey including Solstice Intimates, Revice Denim, and Wolven Threads. We had an awesome time and got to meet some rad business babes I admire as well as some Dazey Ambassadors! 

The Weekend:

The rest of the weekend we got to hang with some of our favorite people and attend all sorts of events. My girls @officiallyquilgey, @aldensteimle, and @champangeunicorns joined in on the fun along with their S.O.'s! Luckily the Joybird couches were all pull out beds and we were able to house four couples in our little two bedroom :) We shot photos all around the house plus I got a more compact camera so I could take it along the journey and take photos on the go. Check out the photos below to see all the fun! 

Dazey founder Dani shows her #dazeyeveryday

It's time again for the outfit round up! Real outfits shot that day worn by @danidazey. We're on a mission to take our graphic tees to the next level and show fun ways to elevate what would normally be a casual piece of clothing.

This months edition takes us from the beach, to the city, and then to the desert. Somewhere in between all that a haircut took place too! Per usual the looks include A LOT OF OVERALLS haha. What can we say, they pair perfectly with Dazey!

Get The Look:
Blind Eye Turtleneck
Mustard Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Pretty Powerful Turtleneck
Velvet Sienna Headband by I'm With The Band

Get The Look:
Matriarchy Tee
Mustard Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado
Overall Dress by Father's Daughter

Get The Look:
Matriarchy Tee
Scarf Tie by I'm With The Band 

Get The Look:
Can't Be Tamed Tee
Green Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Brave Babe Turtleneck
Stargazer Jumpsuit by Lukka

Get The Look:
Mustard Yellow Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado
Sunset Top by Flare Street
Sunset Bells by Flare Street 

Get The Look:
Bold is Beautiful Bell Sleeve
Black Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Bold is Beautiful Tee

Fear Not - Learn how to Combat Fear with Kasey

The is the second installment of our new Self-Care Series! As I've been working with our Biz Babez strategy coach, Kasey, we have been uncovering and tackling a lot of the stresses that come with owning a business and just being a human being in this day and age. Ever since I started Dazey I have neglected practicing self-care and Kasey really helped me realize that. In response, I’ve decided to be very transparent about my self-care journey so others can learn too. We also launched a weekly boss support group at Biz Babez called BIZZY (you can snag your tix HERE) that Kasey, Taryn, and I teach! It's been so cool to hear the perspectives of other women who are going through the same things we are and support one another. One of the biggest topics being brought up in our group has been FEAR. Fear of failure, fear of the unknown, fear of just about anything. This topic was so fitting as it was something I have been struggling with to the point of not sleeping as of late.

In my session with Kasey I shared with her how I was feeling and she taught me a really cool technique to really pinpoint why I was so afraid and how to stop it. In the name of utter transparency I had Kasey share exactly what happened in our session, down to the specific anxiety I was going through.

Read below to really get into my head and maybe learn something about tackling your own fears! Hope you enjoy and leave a little comment below if you want these posts to keep coming!  

Find the Fear and Slay It

Wanna play a game?!

Great! It’s called “Find the Fear!” I love to play this game with my clients, and with myself, whenever I’m feeling anxious about something. I played this game with Dani a couple weeks ago and she asked me to share it with all of you! See, anxiety is really just a derivative of fear. We usually feel it when we’re afraid of something that hasn’t happened yet; is very unlikely to happen at all; and wouldn’t be the end of the world even if it did happen (literally, the world would keep spinning on its axis).

Before we start, go grab a piece of paper and a pen. No, really. I’ll wait. Got it? Amazing, let’s get started! First thing you do is scan your big ol’ brain for whatever is causing you the most worry right now. Write that thing at the top of your paper. Skip a couple of lines and write, “Why am I worried about this? What am I afraid is going to happen?” Look at you go, sister! Alright, now answer it. You’re really really good at this! Now skip a couple of lines and write this question, “Okay, what if this actually did happen? What would happen next and why am I afraid of that?” Now, answer it. Get the jist? I had a feeling you might.

Keep repeating this step until you get to the worst-case scenario possibility that you can imagine. You’ll know when you’ve gotten there when one of the following happens: you feel a pit; you break into tears; you break into laughter. Once you find your worst-case, circle it and take a deep breath! Now, skip a few more lines and write these two questions:

1. How likely is it that this will happen?

2. If this happened, would it be the end of the world?    

99 times of out of 100 the answers to these two questions are “not likely” and “no, the world wouldn’t end.” So then, what is there to really be afraid of? Oh, that’s right, nothing! Fear is a great trickster. It masterfully convinces us that supremely improbable events are going to happen. And when they do we will be left without money, without love, or that we’ll die a failure. But fear can only run the show and cause mini-meltdowns when it operates in the shadows. The second we shine a flashlight on it and expose its ridiculousness, it instantly becomes less scary. It’s kind of like realizing that the Great and Powerful Oz is just a man behind a curtain. That’s why I love to play “Find the Fear.” It shines a big old spotlight on fear.

 

Dani did something really scary this month. She bought a house! She has spent years saving and mentally preparing for this exact moment! Yet, when we sat down for our business/self-care coaching session this month, she couldn’t help but feel afraid. So we played “Find the Fear.” Dani asked me to share it with you as an example of how the game works!

“I’m afraid of buying a house, even though it’s what I want to do and what I’ve wanted to do for a long time.”

“I’m afraid of buying a house because I’m waiting for the appraisal to come back. If the appraisal comes back too low, lower than asking price, I either won’t be able to buy the house or I’ll have to put more money down than I was expecting in order to buy the house.”

“How likely is it that I won’t be able to by the house? 50/50.”

“Would it be the end of the world if I couldn’t buy a home? No. I’ll feel disappointed, especially after getting so many people excited about buying a house. But nothing would really change about my life.”

“What If I the appraisal comes in low, I still decide to buy the house, and I have to put more money down than I want to, what would happen? I’ll have less money in my savings account.”

“What if I have less money in my savings account, what would happen? If something big comes up I won’t have cash on hand to pay it.”

“What if something big happens and I don’t have liquid assets to pay for it, what would happen? I’d have to get a credit line or loan.”

“What if I had to get a credit line or loan, what what would happen? I’d be indebted to someone and have to pay the money back.”

“What if you had to pay the money back, what would happen? I’d either pay it back or I’d go bankrupt.”

“What would happen if I went bankrupt? I’d have to move back in with my parents and start a new business.”

There it is! There is Dani’s worst-case scenario. Now, it’s important to note that the entire time Dani and I were doing this exercise, we were laughing. It turns out humor is a great antidote to fear!

To finish the exercise Dani asked herself:

“How likely is that I will go bankrupt and have to move in with my parents? Very, very, very unlikely.”

“Would it be the end of the world if it did happen. Yes! But, no, not really. I’d survive and my parents would totally let me do it.”

Look at Dani slaying that fear! Now here’s where the story gets even cooler. Five days after we did this exercise, Dani got the appraisal back and it was much lower than she originally thought it was going to be. Too low for her to buy the house. And, as she predicted, she was very disappointed. But, because she is Dani and she is so good at manifesting her dreams, she decided to get a second appraisal. Now, I’m not going to share the numbers, but suffice it to say the first appraisal was no bueno. The second appraisal was Dani’s “Hail Mary” attempt to salvage her dream and it was a real long-shot. Guess what?! Dani got a call yesterday and the second appraisal came in much higher than they expected, even before they commissioned the first one!

She’s getting the house!!!!!!!!!!!!! The crowd goes wild!

Did any of the things Dani was afraid of come true? Yes! She almost couldn’t buy the house. Was it the end of the world? No way! Did she find a way around it? Yes, because she’s dope! Dani got thrown unexpected curveballs. She handled them like a boss. Just like she will handle any challenges that life throws her way.

Fear is our brain’s way of keeping us safe. It tries to paralyze us in our comfort zone so that we stay there. Because ultimately, it’s our brain’s job to keep us alive. It’s easier for our brain to do that when we stick to the familiar. If we want to create the business and life of our dreams we have to get really great at challenging fear and believing in our ability to handle life’s inevitable hiccups. Doesn’t that sound like a much healthier, saner, happier way to go about crushing your goals? I couldn’t agree more! That’s why I created this cute little Find the Fear Worksheet. That way you can play this game as many times as you want! My hope is that you play it as often as you need to until you have as much confidence in your own badassery as Dani and I have in you. Then you’ll hardly need to play it at all!

Go HERE to get a free FIND THE FEAR worksheet from Kasey!

Dani shows her daily outfits in Dazey 

I've had so much fun documenting all my Dazey Everyday looks for you all! These are the things I wear on a daily basis, just non-planned everyday life looks. When I committed to wearing Dazey every single day it made me start to find fun new ways to wear Dazey without it getting repetitive. This month on top of trying to find unique looks everyday I've gone out of my way to find new fun back drops all around LA. Creating constant content can be hard to keep fresh and creative!

I've loved sharing my real life outfits and hope it helps you find some Dazey inspo to elevate your Dazey style! Hope you enjoy it too :) 

Get The Look:
Blind Eye Turtleneck
Falling Star Earrings by Julz Junkie

Get The Look:
Won't Be Silenced Raglan
Scarf Tie by I'm With The Band
Mustard Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Bold is Beautiful Tee
Scarf Tie by I'm With The Band 

Get The Look:
Normalize Nips Tee 
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Love More Bell Sleeve 

Get The Look:
Can't Be Tamed Tee

Get The Look:
Head in the Clouds Turtleneck
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Love More Turtleneck
Burgundy Peach Stacked Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Brave Babe Turtleneck
Mustard Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Blind Eye Tee
Mustard Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Normalize Nips Tee 
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Dani Show's her Daily Outfits in Dazey 

Here it is, the second installation of our Dazey Everyday posts! As you know I wear a Dazey tee every single day and show the outfits on Instagram stories. I've since decided to document my outfits here on the blog to provide some outfit inspo for all you fellow graphic tee gals! These are my real life looks shot that day wherever I may be, whether it's at Biz Babez, my house, around town, or even in Palm Springs for the day. In a world on pre-planned outfits and photo shoots it's so fun to share a real life outfit and real life setting. Practical looks to wear and add spunk in your everyday life!

If any of you Dazey ladies collect enough tees to join me don't forget to use the hashtag #DAZEYEVERYDAY :) 

Get The Look:
Bold is Beautiful Bell Sleeve
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Love More Tee in White
Falling Star Earrings & Maya Kimono

Get The Look:
Bold is Beautiful Tee
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado
Velvet Sienna Headband by I'm With The Band

Get The Look:
Courage Turtleneck
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado
Velvet Sunbeam Pinafore

Get The Look:
Blind Eye
Mustard Yellow Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Strong As Hell Tee
Green Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Strategy & self-care with Kasey Drier 

Amidst the craziness of running a business a lot of things can fall by the wayside. Self care is usually the first thing to go along with your sanity haha. This year started off strong for Dazey which is amazing, but took a toll on me in other ways. I had a to-do list miles long and didn’t know how to handle it. I started to feel major anxiety but kept brushing it aside to get stuff done. I was starting to feel the beginnings signs of burn out, something had to be done.

Luckily Kasey Drier came to the rescue! Kasey was our very first Biz Babez member and became so involved in the community straight from the beginning. Taryn, my Biz Babez business partner, and I quickly began to rely on her and made her our Community Manager. She’s part genius, part camp counselor, and a F/T self help coach for boss babes. Kasey was literally made to do this job. She’s helped shape Biz Babez so much that Taryn and I basically consider her our third founder! We are now working with her on a new Biz Babez project, Bizzy, and she’s become an irreplaceable member of our team. 

Kasey graduated from Stanford with a degree in engineering and worked doing project management for a fortune 500 company for many years. She herself went through burnout and realized while she was very accomplished, she wasn’t happy. She dramatically changed her life and is now a self care and strategy coach for female entrepreneurs!

Kasey has been working with Taryn and a few of our members on coaching and it has been helping so much. I thought it was so cool, but had been skeptical it would do anything for me. I was still deeply in denial that I needed any help until I word vomited all over her when we were getting coffee one day. The advice she had was incredible. She takes a very practical engineering approach mixed with some new age practices. It’s great for me as someone who isn’t super 'woo woo' but could use a little more meditation in my life! The very next day I told her I needed to actually hire her to help me manage and plan for Dazey as well as myself! We had two coaching sessions, one with just her and I and then one with my little team. I told her all I had on my mind and on my plate and she was able to write it all down and make a game plan on what my priorities are and how to get them done. Sometimes as a self employed person you really just need someone else to tell you what to do for a change! With her experience managing large teams for big companies she’s well versed in business planning. On the other end of the spectrum is learning when to relax and take time out for yourself. She taught me some great ways to prioritize my self care and make a lifestyle that’s sustainable over time. They were transformational and such a huge help to my business, schedule, and sanity. 

As you know Dazey is all about transparency so I decided to share with you guys exactly what Kasey and I worked on and talked about during our coaching session. I hope by sharing this it can give you guys some insight on how you can better prioritize self care and manage your to-do list! We hope to do these “Private Goes Public” sessions on a monthly basis as I learn with Kasey! Also everyone in the world should hire her haha ;)

Below read Kasey’s notes and stories from our sessions along with some photos of her around Biz Babez. We also got some group shots of the 'Head Babez' I thought would be fun to throw in! 

Kasey tells ALL:

Ladies, I LOVE Dazey LA! I love what it stands for; I love how it started; I love how it’s operated, and I love its founder. I found Dani, or rather Dani found me, through one of her famous Insta-story advertisements. She smiled at me through her big glasses and said something along the lines of, “You’ve just been targeted for this ad, because you believe in female empowerment and I think you’ll like my brand, Dazey LA.”

I followed her account, and it’s been love ever since. About two months later I became the very first member of Biz Babez, a Pinterest perfect workspace for girls who gram and female business owners who want to work for themselves, but not by themselves. I’ve become so obsessed with Biz Babez that I’m now the Community Manager and Strategy Babe. (BTW, we have BIG plans for Biz Babez, more details coming soon!).

One day Dani and I went out to a casual coffee at Verve, right around the corner of Biz Babez. As fate would have it, it turned into a mini-coaching session. Which makes sense, because I’m a self-care coach and business strategist who helps boss influencers, like Dani, set outrageously audacious goals; meet them, and IMPROVE their well-being along the way. One thing led to another, and the next thing we knew, we were working together to help Dani feel more energized; carve out more room in her day to do the creative and content work that she breathes for, and set DazeyLA and Biz Babez on awesome growth trajectories.

 Sounds impossible, huh?

I promise you; it’s not. But, I understand why it seems that way. We’re great, especially in the U.S., at selling the idea that excellent business achievement has to come at the cost of sleep, sanity, health, and relationships. The funny thing is, and the thing that I help my boss clients reframe, we often have to narrow our focus; say no more often, and do less to make a big impact and big bucks! And that’s precisely what I’m helping Dani and Dazey do. It’s a privilege, and I count it as a blessing every night before I go to bed. (For real: every night I say 108 things I’m grateful for on my mala beads and Dani and Dazey are always two of them!).

As a coach, it’s a good practice to keep my client's information and sessions private. But one of the things that makes Dani so authentic, accessible, and lovable is her vulnerability. So when she asked me to write a guest blog about our work together, I felt comfortable lifting the veil for a very rare and candid look at what it’s like to prioritize your self-care while building two empires. At Dani’s request and with her permission, here are some of her self-care challenges and highlights.

First, Dani is genuinely one of the most confident people I have ever met. It is contagious and inspiring. She has an eye for design, detail, and marketing and the sister know it!

She is also a perfectionist. This personality trait has served her very well and turned her side hustle into the solid foundation of an empire. But, it also makes it difficult to let go of low-priority tasks that someone else can and should do.

That’s why the first thing we did together was discussed her goals for DazeyLA, Biz Babez, and her personal goals AND looked at her To-Do List. It’s a lot easier to let go of control, delegate To-Dos, and just straight up say “NO!” when we look at our To-Do List in the context of our audacious, amazing goals.

Dani and Dazey have HUGE goals. And I have no doubt they will crush them. Together, we prioritized the To-Dos and focused areas most likely to help her successfully achieve these goals. We reduced her To-Do List by about 25% through that exercise alone. But, there were still more To-Do’s than any one person, even someone as badass as Dani could accomplish in one year. So we started delegating.

Dani and Dazey thrive when Dani is spending her time being creative, big picture, and activating her Dazey Ladies across the globe. That made it pretty easy to figure out what needed to stay on her To-Do List vs. what things were ripe for delegation.

Once we got a sense for what we needed to get off Dani’s plate and onto someone else’s, we met with her DazeyLA teammates. One of the many things Dani has done well over the last year is to build a kick butt team. When we took a collective look at the things that still needed to get done and needed a new, non-Dani owner, as magic would have it, the activities aligned with strengths and growth opportunities for her team. Not only did Dani shrink her To-Do List, but she also increased her employee engagement. That is what GREAT LEADERS DO! Way to go, Dani!

Okay, so we slayed her To-Do List, what next? We added a new To-Do to the top of her list: sleep! Luckily, Dani is a pro-sleeper, so we didn’t have to make any drastic changes to her sleep routine.

However, despite getting enough sleep, and loving what she does, she didn’t always feel a spring in her step when it came to waking up. There’s nothing wrong with not being a morning person. But Dani wanted to feel more energized and excited about getting up in the morning. She admitted that she dreaded getting ready for her Dazey Everyday Instagram Stories. She also felt guilty that even though she loves Biz Babez, sometimes she still just wanted to work in a local coffee shop.

You wouldn’t believe the number of influencers and goal-crushers I work with who love being ready in the morning but don’t love the act of getting ready! Dani is in good company. Fortunately or unfortunately, getting dressed; doing her hair, and putting on makeup is part of Dani’s job. So rather than resenting that, I encouraged Dani to start owning that. I suggested that she think of getting ready as “clocking-in” it's part of her job….she’s getting paid for it! It didn’t reduce the amount of time she needed to spend on the activity. But it made her feel better about it, which is more than half the battle!

Finally, we addressed the guilt. I wish I got a dime every time one of my sweet clients said, “I feel guilty,” “I have to,” “I should,” or “I need to.” I’d be a wealthy woman if I did. Guilt is the nastiest energy vampire in the human feelings spectrum. It makes us feel bad and overcompensate for the silliest, most ridiculous things. Don’t get me wrong; I’m as guilty of experiencing unnecessarily guilty as the next boss babe. I am consistently working on it with my coach and therapist. That's why I am so passionate about helping my clients banish it!

It turns out Dani is allowed to love working quietly at a coffee shop and at the bustling Biz Babez. In fact, she prefers working at a coffee shop in the morning to help her clear her head and start her morning on a creative note. Then she loves getting an energy injection at Biz Babez in the afternoon when it’s time to collaborate and create content. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. She doesn’t have to be at Biz Babez all day, every day. It doesn’t mean she loves the community or the concept any less. The relief she felt when we determined this was instantaneous and very palpable. It was such a fun and rewarding coaching moment for me!

I’m so proud of and inspired by Dani. She is such a courageous woman. She is living her brand and carving a name for herself. It is a treat to be a part of her journey.

There are so many other things that Dani and I are working on together. This will not be my last post. But, it is the end of this one.

In the meantime, if you’d like to work on your self-care, here are three options:

1. Follow me on Instagram for actionable tips and tricks @kaseydreier
2. Take a deep breath
3. Sign-up for free 30-minute self-care check-in with me (offering specially for friends of Dazey!) 

Until the next blog, be well lovelies!

Love, Kasey Dreier

Valentines Day Special Release and Photoshoot!

We are all about spreading the LOVE here at Dazey and clearly you guys are too! Our OG mustard Love More tee is our all-time best seller (and most knocked off) by far! After many requests we’ve decided to offer more styles in this graphic. An amazing mustard bell sleeve, turtleneck, and basic white tee!

We were originally planning on releasing these exciting new styles alongside our new collection but decided doing a special Valentines Day launch couldn't be more appropriate! Today only we’re doing 15% off ALL love more products including our OG tee dress and mustard tee! Use the code “lovemore” at checkout. It’s the perfect time to pick up a tee whether you're spending time with someone special, doing Galentines, or celebrating self love. TREAT YO SELF LADIES!!!

Below we have a fun shoot with @danidazey and her boyfriend @phillipbutler! We originally shot the mustard love more tee in today's post with @merakinarrative & @larkcakeshop but had to add on all the new styles! We kept the fun going this past weekend doing a @bizbabez shoot for this special launch :)

Photos in mustard love more tee: @merakinarrative

Photos in other styles: @phillipbutler/@vegetaryn/@kaseydrier (team effort LOL!)

Dazey Everyday with Dani - New Bi-monthly post

New year new things happening here at Dazey LA! For all you Dazey Insta followers you know I committed to wearing Dazey everyday last year and never looked back. It's so fun to be creative with my Dazey and Dazey Lady Shop items and think up new looks. Getting to wear Dazey everyday have really given me some unique ideas on how you can style a graphic tee in many unexpected and fun ways! 

I've loved sharing all these looks via Instagram Stories so much that we decided to bring it on over to the Boss Blog! Bi-monthly we will be bringing you round ups of my everyday looks with clickable links for you to shop right from the post! Scroll below to see our first looks to this awesome new series! 

Get The Look:
Flower Power Overalls by Nooworks
Pink Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado
Love More Clutch by Marloe x Dazey

Get The Look:
Fall or Fly Tee 
Dipster Necklace by Bohindie

Get The Look:
Velvet Headband by I'm With The Band
Brave Babe Turtleneck
Mustard Yellow Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Fall or Fly Tee
Risk Taker Tee
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado
Alpha Female Tee

Get The Look:
Pretty Powerful Tee
Midnight Black Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Brown Dot Overalls by Nooworks
Champagne Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Alpha Female Raglan
Stone Grey Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Risk Taker 3/4 Sleeve
Joan High Rise Straight Leg Jeans by Father's Daughter
Burnt Rust Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado

Get The Look:
Fall or Fly Tee
Midnight Black Pom Earrings by The Little Avocado
Havana Wide Leg Pants by Sololu