Studs, Stripes, and a Semi-Suit

This outfit combines plenty of old stand-by's, but hopefully in a slightly different way. This is again my attempt at creating a suit-like look without being too matchy. What can I say, a girl needs options!

Blazer: Theory {similar} // Top: Zara {try this J. Crew one} // Skirt: H&M 

Necklace: Max & Chloe Monogram Disc // Watch : Michael Kors  // Earrings: Sorrelli

{I love a good stud}

Bracelets: Oia Jules // J. Crew Classic Pave

Heels: Manolo Blahnik {try these and these are AMAZING}

Fancy Friday

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Is it just me or has this week flown by? If only time would slow down for the weekend, but that's rarely how it works (till I figure out time travel of course.)

Spring finally being here not only means warmer temperatures, but also signifies the end of my hibernation mode! I'm once again excited to wander around DC, explore new restaurants and exhibits, and absorb every minute of sunlight.

No matter what's on the agenda though, the time is always right for a little elegance and a lot of tulle!...

Have a great weekend!

Finally Free

...Of tights, heavy coats and yes, fur and leather. Its been real guys, but its time to pack it up and GO. While the seasonal changeover in my closet always gives me anxiety (its a massive project guys, but that's another story,) I'm gleefully giddy to be wearing this sundress.

Talk to me in July when its so hot you can barely move and I'll likely be curse any and all forms of clothing, but for now, its a fresh start. Time to say hello to some old forgotten friends and make room for some new ones. Oh, and patios of course. All the patios, please and thank you.

Blazer: Kulson {love this one} // Dress: Jack by BB Dakota {old but try this or this} // 

Belt: Vintage // Necklace: Ben Amun {similar  here and here}

Love, love, love a low back!

Vintage belt // Bracelets: Oia Jules, J. Crew Golden Gears

Nail Polish: Essie In the Cab-Ana

Flats: Sam Edelman {similar}

Oh hi there grass and cute yellow flowers, welcome back!

Checkmate

I've always loved the mod look, and when I saw Marc Jacobs take on it for Louis Vuitton's Spring 2013 campaign I flipped. Beyond perfection! Also, beyond my wildest dreams of ever affording it, so when I spotted this skirt on Asos for less than the cost of a night out, I had to make it mine.

Sweater Jacket: J. Crew {similar} // Top: Zara // Skirt: Asos {sold out but try the mini version!} 

// Belt: Linea Pelle {similar}

Earrings: H&M // Bracelet: J. Crew Factory

Heels: Steve Madden {try these or these}

I'm currently on the hunt for the perfect nude flats, so stay tuned...

Pearls and Twirls

While this may not be my twirliest skirt (yes, I do rank clothes by their twirliness), its over 60 and I have banished my tights, so I'll be twirling and prancing around the city until fall. Since I still do have to work though, pearls at least bring me a little back down to earth and remind me of the need to still posses a degree of responsibility. 

Blazer: Marc by Marc Jacobs {similar} // Blouse: Piazza Sempione {try this sleeveless one} // 

Skirt: Zara {love this Milly one} // 

Earrings: Betsey Johnson  {similar} // Watch: Michael Kors Large Runway

Nail Polish: Essie "In the Cab-Ana"

Belt: D&G // Bracelet: J. Crew {similar here and here}

The Golden Age

I obviously have a giant crush on any and everything gold..and chains?!? Please drape me in them every single day. So why would I stop at just gold jewelry, when I could wear a jacket painted with gold as well?

I hesitated buying the jacket last year...for all of five minutes. Its amazing how much it goes with, and certainly perks up any outfit. While I'm at it, why not throw on my favorite pair of pants (yes, pants) that always make me feel a little rockstar.

So gold, coated skinnies, and oh right, an Equipment blouse. I know I've waxed poetic on those before, but seriously guys, I may need a 12 step program for my addiction.

Jacket: Rachel Roy {similar Michael Kors or try this}// Shirt: Equipment Signature Silk Blouse 

// Pants: Zara {similar} // Necklace: DIY 

Nail Polish: Essie "Butler Please"

Bracelets: J. Crew Golden Gears // DIY 

Ballet Flats: Cole Haan Nike Air {similar}

Fancy Friday: Flower Child

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Oh hi there. I'm just chilling in my fancy dress in a beautiful sun-drenched garden, surrounded by flower petals and peaceful serenity. You know, the usual.

Wait, no, that's what I would love to be doing. Sometimes daydreaming gets the best of me...

 Even though my plans for the weekend may not exactly look like this, perhaps I should throw on my best dress and go prance around the Bishop's Garden?

Wherever you are and whatever you have in store for the weekend, enjoy it!

Over the Top

I loved the over the knee boot look ever since it came out, but have found it almost impossible to pull off without looking like I stepped out of "Pretty Woman."

Finally, after months of sitting in my closet, these babies have seen the light of day. It was much easier to amp up a daytime look than to tone down a nighttime one...and no risk of being mistaken for a certain someone with a heart of gold.

Sweater: J. Crew Tippi // Skirt: Diane Von Furstenberg {similar here and here} // Boots: Aldo {the Stuart Weitzman 50/50 are obviously amazing...}

Necklaces: J. Crew Fenton/Fallon // CC Skye {This necklace captures the same look but in one piece}

Nail Polish: Essie "Butler Please" // Ring: Ambiance in San Francisco

This is legitimately the first time I've worn blue nail polish and I have no idea what I was afraid of. I want to wear this color head to toe!

Hello Yellow!

For some reason lately I have been really into the monochromatic look, not sure if its boredom with my wardrobe or some new type of creativity, but I can't seem to get enough!

While I love yellow, I often shy away from it because it does not pair well with my old standby black--way too easy to venture into bumblebee territory (only kids at Halloween can pull that look off.) Yellow and navy however feels crisp and bold, with maybe a touch of prep. I can't help but have a brighter outlook wearing a sunny yellow....although the fact that tomorrow is Friday doesn't hurt either.

Blazer: Theory {similar} // Sweater: Alice + Olivia {try this or this} // Skirt: J. Crew {similar} 

// Necklace: Vintage {try this}

Cuff: Asos {try this or the dreamy Pucci version}

French Lesson

For some reason, this outfit makes me feel like a 1960's French schoolgirl. I guess the mind works in mysterious ways (especially mine!) While I hate that its cold enough to wear a wool jacket, I do love that I get to bring this baby back (last seen here.)

I think it goes without saying that I love leather (and faux!) in any form, so when I saw this dress on Gilt I snapped it right up.

Jacket: J. Crew {love this Alice & Olivia} // Leather Panel Dress: Renvy {similar shift version here}

 // Blouse: Elizabeth and James

Necklace: Etsy 

Bracelets: Gold bangle from my parents {similar} // J. Crew Golden Gears


Hopefully this will be the last double jacket post...

Rebel Rebel

No, I haven't run off an joined a motorcycle gang, but for some people, wearing white before Labor Day is considered rebellious and rule-breaking. I'm of course one to wear a feather skirt in the daytime, so obviously am not too concerned with fashion 'rules.' Still, it feels fun to pretend for a minute that I am actually being a little bit of a rule-breaker.

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Sweater: J. Crew Tippi // Skirt: Zara {similar here and here} // Nail Polish: Essie "Madison Ave-Hue"

Necklace: J. Crew {old but so many great current ones like this and this}

Bracelet: Vintage

Jacket: Guess // Ballet Flats: Pour La Victoire {similar here and here}