A Dress For the Wedding

It’s wedding time! Seems like every other weekend is filled with some sort of bridal, bachelorette, or wedding activity, which is totally A-OK with me because I have a new excuse to shop for the event. Ha! With a wedding in the Bay Area a couple weeks out, ideas are already starting to brew on what to wear. With attending a grad program at FIDM, I get new ideas every day, which also makes the decision-making even harder.

Here are several ideas for an afternoon wedding that continues into the evening. I’m aiming for a look that’s transitional. You know, not too Easter-brunch-ish and not too Vegas inspired– something right in the middle.

Take a peek below:

A Dress For the Wedding by pumps-and-lipstick featuring a chain necklace

Alice Olivia alice olivia
$525 – harveynichols.com

Forever Unique peplum cocktail dress
$385 – vanmildert.com

Lace cocktail dress
$71 – liveclothing.com.au

Christian Louboutin party shoes
$580 – cricket-fashion.com

Folli follie jewelry
follifollie.us.com

Chain necklace
jeweliq.com

Design Freebies of the Week No. 31
dryicons.com

So help a sistah out! Which look are you feeling the best? Let me know in the comments!

Happy Friday!

New Year’s Eve Looks

Before December even began, questions started to arise about plans for New Year’s Eve. Really? I had no clue what my plans were and still don’t, and usually, I don’t get too crazy about planning an elaborate New Year’s Eve extravaganza. Although, I did get inspired to create some looks for the evening…for whatever I’m planning to do!

Take a peek at three looks below:

Jumpsuit: Catherine Malondrino Necklace: Pamela Love Pumps: Guiseppe Zanotti

Top: H&M Pumps: Charlotte Olympia Cuff: Tory Burch Skirt: Topshop

Dress: Alice + Olivia Earrings: Rachel Zoe Pumps: Christian Louboutin

Some Badass Pumps

After piling up bags of clothes to give away to charity, I knew a time for replenishment was near. So while skimming through my closets with notebook in hand, I scribbled down notes of what I’m missing.   From coats to sweaters to denim to scarves…I finally came down to my favorite: some badass pumps! You know, those statement heels that commands attention, is a conversation starter and can only be worn with something simple and chic. Of course, these aren’t necessities per say since they’re not everyday type of pieces. But they’re still nice to have when that random occasion pops up.

Take a look at some of my picks below:

Miu Miu

Marni

Lanvin

DSQUARED2

Giuseppe Zanotti

Christian Louboutin

Images via polyvore.com and net-a-porter.com

What I Would Do With a Leather Pencil Skirt

The day that I commit to purchasing a leather skirt, will be a day of victory. Think of it as a bucket list item to check off for a fashionista. A leather pencil skirt can be both simple and understated with minimal accessories, soft colors and textures. If you want to amp it up, just add bold colors, graphics lots of details. You know, shiny things and embellishments. This skirt is a staple item that will last for years to come and probably a piece that my future daughter will try to steal from my closet. I still don’t know why my mom hasn’t gone Kris Jenner on my ass and put a lock and key on the doors to her walk-in closet.

Peep below for my picks:

Top Row (from left to right): Marni shoulder bag, Peter Pilotto top, The Row pencil skirt Bottom Row (from left to right): Bijoux Heart earrings, Yves Saint Laurent ring, Christian Louboutin pumps

All About Studs

Studs, studs, studs and more studs! If you haven’t seen one stud on any shoe, handbag, denim, accessory, or jacket…where the hell have you been?!

Sometimes, there have been days where an outfit may seem…well, blah. An alternative to jazz up any look and add a little to a lot of edge, is with anything studded. Restrain yourself to only 1-2 pieces– don’t go overboard!

Get some inspiration from the accessories and styles below:

MOTO

Valentino

Balmain

Joe Fresh

Tory Burch

Vince Camuto

Steve Madden

Christian Louboutin

Topshop

Rebecca Minkoff

Loving studs too? Which one is your fave? Let me know in the comments!

Photo credit: christianlouboutin.com, shopstyle.com, polyvore.com, stevemadden.com, rebeccaminkoff.com, balmain.com