Hot Pink Party

My love of Equipment tops goes without saying, though I still constantly say it anyway. Of course, its only natural that I'd feel the same about their dresses {and pajamas...which I covet and will one day make mine!} I bought this dress first in the pink...then in black... and then in camo. Usually if you keep your eyes open you can find it on sale, patience is a necessary virtue though. Aside from feeling as comfortable as pajamas, it makes getting ready a snap, and perfect for layering between seasons too.

So pretty much, the moral of this story is to go buy it now!

Dress: Equipment 'Naomi'

Jacket: Zara // Bracelet: Vintage // Necklace: Baublebar {old, try this or this}

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Shoes: Zara // Bag: Zara

Toughened up Tweed

Dress: Rebecca Taylor {old but try this, this or this version in mint}// T-shirt: Theory 

// Coat: Anthropologie {try this though great vintage ones too like this and this}

Necklace: Baublebar // Bracelet: Banana Republic // Nail Polish: Essie 'Devil's Advocate'

Bag: J. Crew 'Tillary' tote // Thigh high socks: H&M // Boots: Stuart Weitzman '5050'

Fancy Friday

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I had about 5 or 6 images that I was debating between for this post...until I saw this photo. I may have even audibly gasped {a little.} I never knew that my life wouldn't be complete without a silver midi dress, but now I can't get it out of my head! It would be helpful {to my bank account} to become obsessed with practical items every once in a while, but where is the fun in that?

While Friday seemed to take even longer than usual to come this week, its worth the wait. Mid-30's is a heatwave compared to the arctic temperatures of late...and there is even sunshine too! This may call for me to break out my tutu in fact... My girlfriend and I are going to an art event at the Ritz tonight, which will be a nice change from the usual. I like art. I like fancy hotels. Oh, and I do like wine...so how can we go wrong? If you're interested in going, there is more information here.

Hope you have a great weekend!!

Wonderful Wedding

In honor of Fancy Friday, I bring you....the post I meant to put up two weeks ago! It's not often that I get to wear a full length gown (well other than playing dress up at home) so I couldn't resist posting a few pics from the truly wonderful wedding of one of my best friend's in the world.

As an added bonus, thanks to the copious amount of mirrors, there is not a single selfie with faux wood paneling. How's THAT for fancy?

Dress: BCBG // Jewelry: Vintage

Bag: Kate Spade

Heels: Adrianna Papell 

Just one of the stunning details from the ballroom...

Pattern Party

Poufiness. Pockets. Patterns. This dress truly does have it all! Even though the two patterns probably shouldn't work together, they delightfully do. Now, it may be ages before I have any Peter Pilotto or Mary Katrantzou, but this at least gives me a little taste of the pattern play that they both do. This dress was a wonderful score on Gilt last year, amazingly, before midi skirts were all the rage. 

This little number is yet another example of why I love statement pieces (especially when running late!) Instead of endlessly obsessing over options, you just need a few little accents and you're good to go. 

Dress: Nanette Lepore {try this or this}

Rings: Vintage // Nail Polish: Essie 'Midnight Cami'

{Also had to include a shot of the layers underneath the skirt that give it the perfect poufiness!}

Necklace worn as a Bracelet: Spike the Punch 

Ballet Flats: Sam Edelman {try these or these}

Black and White Thinking

I've spent the last couple of years trying to break my habit of 'all or nothing' and 'black and white' thinking. In short, trying to find the grey area in thoughts and decisions...and be ok with it. Like most things, its a work in progress. However, when it comes to black and white outfits? I can never get enough of them!

This is a great and comfy tank dress I just got from the Outnet, but not exactly work appropriate. In fall, this means I would add a blazer. Random weird weather lately? Just throw on a blouse and tie it. Not exactly Boardroom appropriate, but for the average day it'll do just fine.

Dress: Kain Label // Blouse: Lucca Couture {can't go wrong with this classic}

Necklace: BaubleBar // Nail Polish: Essie 'Borrowed & Blue' // SJP on the cover of Harper's Bazaar

Cuff: Ebay {similar}
Its gotten to the point where I wear my faux Hermes so much that I can practically justify cost per wear for the real one. Ok, not quite, but sort of semi almost!

Flats: Sam Edelman {try these or these}
I love pretty much every shoe Sam Edelman makes-- stylish, comfortable and they don't break the bank. Even though these are flats (thanks to commuting) they still feel fancier than my usual ballet flats!

Dynamic Duo

There are lots of famous duos-- Peanut Butter and Jelly, Yin and Yang, Sonny and Cher -- but I think one of the most perfect is that of denim and leather. It can be ladylike one minute and then badass the next. Each material is so versatile on its own, so together they are unstoppable. Plus, it helps if you have at least 2-3 versions of each (in my world at least.)





Shirt: J. Crew // Tank: C&C California // Skirt: H&M {try this or this and I just bought this}
// Watch: Michael Kors Oversized Chronograph


Ring: Consignment Store {try this or this} // Bracelets: BaubleBar {try this}, J. Crew Factory
Nail Polish: Essie "Under Where?"


Necklace: Forever21{similar here and here}


Shoes: Naughty Monkey {try these or these}

Silver Lining

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If you have read this blog for more than 2 minutes (thanks by the way) than you know that I have a slight (ok major) obsession with gold. Whether its a chunky link bracelet or a gold sequin skirt, I just can't get enough. Lately though, I've been drawn to (gasp!) Silver. I'm not just talking accessories either.

If you're not already a fine of that other metal, then I think you will be after looking at these photos! From just a hint (like silver shoes) to in your face (hello silver pants), these ladies show how its done.

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