Category :Dresses

Out Dancing!

Dress – Zara //  Boots – Feet First  //  Socks – ThinkGeek

All night.  A group of friends and I went out to kareoke *my first time!* then over to a fun club to dance the night away.  It was all thanks to a great guy who planned the entire night out for us, and made sure everyone had a fun night.  It felt so good to just groove and shake to the music for hours on end.

It’s the one thing I really miss since having a baby, the ability to go out to the wee small hours and just dance, dance, dance.  I think I need to include a night like this once a month at least.  The lack of sleep was totally worth it.

p.s.  the nerd in me was alive and strong with my Tardis socks peeking out of my boots. 

Decades From Now and With No Cost

Dress – Suzy Sheir  // Boots – Call It Spring  //  Rings – F21  //  Necklace – bought in Europe

There’s nothing that says that personal style and a wardrobe you love has to be new or pricey.  This dress, one of my favorites, is the exact opposite of both.  Less than twenty dollars, over ten years ago, and yet it still belongs in my wardrobe.  It’s still part of my style, and it’s still something that people will compliment me on.

This is something on my mind as the leaves are already starting to change color and I’m reminded of the transience of fashion, as fickle as the seasons.  Fall reminds me to stay true to the things that matters and, as it applies to fashion, the styles and pieces that are truest to myself as well.

You don’t have to stay with trends, or change every season, or spend hundreds of dollars.  You just have to know what work for you, and what you might possibly love a decade from now.  Those loves, those perfect pieces, may be hundreds of dollars….or they may cost four lattes.   Personal style is without price.

p.s.  the new link up starts on Thursday

*linking up with Style Sessions and WIWW*

Everything Is Malleable

Dress-  Moon Collection via Ruche //  Shirt –  Cotton Candy via Threadsence  //  Boots – Feet First  //  Ring – Spotted moth  //  Bracelet – F21

Nothing is relegated to specific categories in fashion any longer.  Which is why all the ‘rules’ can be broken.  A bridesmaid dress like this one can be worn when running errands around town.  It suits those needs just as well as it suited my needs when I was maid of honor at my best friend’s wedding.  
I think that’s part of the reason I’m starting this new link up.  I want us to show each other, to inspire each other, on the magical and fun ways we can break all the fashion rules and look fabulous doing it.  I love seeing what someone else comes up with and having that spark my imagination.   
*First rule we’re breaking:  no white after labor day.  So style an outfit, post it anywhere – doesn’t have to be a blog – and come back to link up next Thursday! No follows required.*

Out With Sexton

Dress – Zara  //  Tights – HUE  //  Boots – Walmart  //  Scarf – c/o Sexton in the City  //  Earrings – F21
 Told you I can’t get enough of pleather; so, this was the perfect LBD for me.  This leopard print scarf was a fun way to add a little bit of something to the whole affair without being too colorful.  Plus, hey, who doesn’t love leopard? I know.  Years ago I wouldn’t have ever worn leopard, now I’m kind of loving it.  People change, styles evolve though. 
What I really enjoyed was the make-up.  Natalie is a make up artist I’ve known for years.  Recently, she launched her own make up line and opened a boutique called Sexton in the City.  She’s done my hair and make-up for television quite a few times, so I have faith in her abilities.  That’s why when she suggested sending me a few items to try I just said, “You pick them.”

What came kind of surprised me. Coral and orangey and bright bright pink.  Honestly, these are not the colors I would’ve ever picked for myself.  But like I said, I trust the woman, plus they go really fantastically with the scarf she sent me too.  So I put together a simple and natural look using everything except the pink ‘Oh Jessie’ glaze. *That’s for another night*

I was surprised yet again.  She had chosen really great colors for me. I should’ve known better than to doubt when I opened the box.   I loved the orangey/coral blush *and the name, ‘orgasmic’!* and the Huetopia lipgloss.  It’s hard to tell in the photos because I don’t like to wear too much and therefore it doesn’t show up all that well, but the blush gave me a wonderful subtle glow.  

The gloss is a bit thick for my everyday preferences, but for a night out like this it was great because it lasted all night with only one touch up.  The neutral shimmer eyeshadows in Beige Mist and Hot Pants were just enough color without making it seem too obvious as, like I mentioned earlier, I don’t like to go too crazy with make up.

I will say, and here’s where it becomes really apparent that I rely on others for my make up, that the mascara curved applicator took me a bit to figure out.  But once I did I really liked how easily it went on and how it made my lashes pop without bulk. 

 I’ll be reaching for all of these frequently.  Especially since I have nothing else like it in my collection.  Now, I’m kind of wanting to get the Russian Red and Diva lipsticks.  Hmmm….

*linking up with Trend Spin*

Weapon of Women’s Story

Sweater Cardi – Fate via ShopSosie  //  Dress – Love Nail Tree via Coal Miner’s Daughter  //  Boots – Call It Spring  //  Belt – Threadsence
I love the philosophy of Love Nail Tree:  the mission to tell stories that are neglected.  It makes me think of the quote that says *I’m paraphrasing as I don’t recall the exact words* if you want to tell original stories, tell stories about women because they’re never written.   So I thought it was appropriate that I wore this dress, which has a piano and says ‘Weapon of Story,’ to the set of Synchronicity.  It’s the soft sci-fi feature film I’m producing featuring a mostly female cast, and a female lead.

Want to see how the second week went?

*linking up with WIWW, Passion For Fashion,  and Style Sessions*

A Soft Caress Of The Wind

Kimono – Threadsence  //  Dress H&M  //  Necklace – Lustre Boutique  //  Shoes – unknown

There’s something about a warm breeze.  Something so joyful and, let’s be honest, sexy about it.  A warm breeze is like a lovers caress through your hair and on your skin.  It’s soothing, and comforting, and full of promise.  A freeing of inhibitions, and a reckless abandon now only left to the optimism of youth.  We all need more warm breezes.

*linking up with Fab Favorites and Passion For Fashion*

Where Does The Time Go?

Dress – F21  //  Shoes – I forget  //  Belt – Threadsence  //  Necklace – I forget
A question that’s been on my mind for a few days now.  Somehow,  the summer is over and I’ve got a big girl sleeping in her room.  The pool is closed, and school’s in.  The baby crib is gone, and a double bed is in.  The weather turns cooler, and the days get shorter.  The baby furniture is replaced with “big girl” desk and shelves.  
Where does the time go?  I had heat and sun and long days of sun.  I had a baby in a crib that could barely stand.  Now I have crisp and cool breezes.  Now I have a grown up little girl.

*Linking up with WIWW*

Mullet Dress

Dress – Lulus   //  Fedora- unknown  //  Shoes & Sunnies – F21
I’m still shooting Synchronicity this week.  But this was one outfit from the very day before we went into production.  This was my casual day to run errands for the shoot, and generally do producery type stuff that I won’t bore you with the details of.  Plus, it was hot -so a light summer dress was key.  
Now I need to get more than 4 hours of sleep before I’m back on set. 
p.s.  I think the name “mullet dress” is possibly the best thing ever.  And I will wear one just for the name alone. 

Fake It ‘Til You Make It

Dress – Everly  //  Boots – Feet First  //  Socks – F21  //  Bracelet – H&M  //  Sunnies – Lace Affair  //  Earrings – vintage gift
That’s my motto this week.  I’m over worked and stressed out about the upcoming production of Synchronicity.   Nothing is particularly wrong, it’s just that there’s a lot of work and I want to make sure nothing is overlooked or forgotten.   The worry wart in me is hoping that nothing major goes wrong and that all the pieces fall nicely into place.  But this tired, and worn out gal is putting on a smile and singing Queen’s “The Show Must Go On” inside her head on repeat.  It’s a labor of love and I just have to try to find moments of rest somewhere in the next two weeks.  I am therefore, treating myself to a much needed facial.  One hour.  It’s all mine!

*I would really love if you checked out the Synchronicity campaign and if you are so inclined gave even $1- Thank from the bottom of my heart* 

*linking up with WIWW,  Style Sessions*

Personal Style And The Origin of ‘Unknown’

Dress – H&M  //  Sweater – Free People  //  Scarf & Boots *see how I achieved these DIYed boots* – unknown  //  Sunnies – F21
Here’s the thing *and I hope you’ll forgive me*  I don’t always recall the store I bought something in.  And the reason is that I have things in my closet that are almost a decade old.  I take care of my clothing simply because I don’t have a big clothing budget.  Since I like a large wardrobe and lots of choice, I have to take care of my clothes.  Hence, sometimes I completely forget about the origin of said item.  *I have a list on my computer for sponsored pieces since I want to remember those*
So when you see ‘unknown’ as a credit, I’d love for you to see that as me saying that personal style is something that can be had on a limited budget, and that great pieces can be around so long you have no idea where you got them.  
*side note: this is another ‘heading to set’ outfit*
Happy Monday!
Follow on Instagram