Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Style File: {Lady-Like Lace}

Feminine and timeless.  Fitting for every woman, adding a touch of the classic.  Lace can very easily be interpreted as demure or pure glam.   Silhouettes are important in this case, transforming the modest women into the ultra chic fashionista.  A perfect texture that moves from one season to the next.


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Crochet-embroidered silk-organza dress by Alexander McQueen via Net-A-Porter


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Christine lace dress by Lover via Net-A-Porter


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Lace neck dress by MANGO


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Raindrop lace top by J. Crew


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Sleeveless lace dress by Topshop


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Fitted lace dress with silk lining by Dolce & Gabbana via Browns


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Floral lace A-line dress by Miu Miu via Net-A-Porter


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Lacquer lace feathered dress with belt by Matthew Williamson


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Lace blouse by Elie Saab via Boutique 1


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Silk lace print A-line dress by Prada via Flannels


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Gold foil lace tee by Dorothy Perkins


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Rainbow lace long sleeve dress by Matthew Williamson


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Lily lace dress by Oasis


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Lace dress by MANGO

Friday, March 9, 2012

Style File: {Spring Pastels}

Pastels are soft and subdued.  My personal favorite shades are lilac, peach, robin's egg blue, and mint green.  They are an approach to color for the timid, adding a touch of whimsy and cheer to any outfit.


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Petite pastel geo tank by TopShop


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Crepe shift dress by Red Valentino via Harvey Nichols


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Jasper trousers by A.L.C. via Matches


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Dropped back sleeveless shirt by TopShop


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Colour block dress by Miso via Republic


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811 heliotrope skinny jeans by J Brand Denim via Matches


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Tri-color pastel wedge by See by Chloe via Solestruck



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Zenith bow-front cotton-organdy dress by Jil Sander via Net-A-Porter


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Chemise leather 'Easy' bag by Yves Saint Laurent via Bluefly


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Blaire dress by Diane Von Furstenburg via Matches


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Pleated silk-crepe maxi skirt by Tibi via Net-A-Porter


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Pastel leopard jeans by Current Elliot via Matches


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Clyde skirt by Diane Von Furstenburg via Matches

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

The End Result: {The Emerald City}

Took a quick trip to Seattle on a rainy day and saw no potential for the sun to come out.  As the last daylight hour came closer, the sun seemed to peak out of the clouds to make for the perfect setting.  Although there was still a winter chill in the air, the thought of the little glimpse of sun made it all worth it.

The sequins on the skirt of my dress received the perfect amount of light to let them gleam underneath the sheer overlay.  I felt that the colors resembled the subdued tones of the buildings and the sheen of the glass that composed them.  This outfit was literally something that I just threw together on a whim and felt that it was something different but resemblant of my personal style.

I absolutely love the infinity scarf, a recent purchase, only because of the great price due to end of season sales.  The red lip is a completely new addition; I have been so compelled to try it and may do a tutorial soon for how I decided to apply this daring shade.

Hope you enjoy this whole ensemble. Be sure to look at the inspirations for this look under "The Set-Up".







Target top
Forever 21 dress (worn as skirt) & earrings
Urban Outfitters scarf
Coach bag
Marc Fisher pumps
Seiko watch
CoverGirl lipstick in "Hot" & lipliner in "Passion"

Photos courtesy of J.H. @ Real Studios.