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Gold Digging

Investment Piece: Gold Digging

Gold digging. Digging for gold. What she wanted was simply luxury, but peace. Were they the same thing? What would you give up for gold?

Loves, I tried, but all the stories that I could come up with weren’t exactly what I wanted to say. This shoot was so fun, and this outfit has been my go-to for casual entertaining and holiday decorating; and I’m not sure what would do it justice.

The name of this painting is “Gold Digger” and I couldn’t help but play on that. Gold digging. It’s an interesting topic, and one that can often lead to very firm opinions (and judgements). I’m not sure that I’m qualified to offer any story or essays on the topic. (Though I do love this:
In Defense of the Gold Digger about class inequality).

Maybe the gold digging I’m doing is trying to find the right story? (Though I’d never turn down the right shoes 😉 )

As for fashion: it really has taken me a long time to embrace (fully) athlesure. But, I’ve latched onto biker shorts and pedal pushers and I’m never letting go. See here and here. Yes, these pieces go great with tees and sweatshirts, but my new favorite way to pair them? With a “going out top”, this body suit with a deep v is perfect. Casual, comfy, and creative. You can decorate, run errands, and all the things around the house without batting an eye. You also look pulled together so that if a friend happens to stop by with champagne (or any other holiday festive-ness) you’re ready.

Gold Digging? Maybe that’s what this is!
(Yes, Mom, I’m joking!)

Lucky you, no need to dig, I’ve linked similar pieces to recreate this look below!
Xo RA

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Play All The Hits

Investment Piece: Playing All the hits

Investment Piece; Playing all the Hits

She fought it at first. That feeling that things were over. After all, she was amazing and he should be grateful for that. The dull pain took away her desire to sing, and to tell her stories. But then, time passed. She calmed down. It dawned on her that the best thing that he ever did was leave her alone.
And after time, her voice returned, as did her passion. She began to sing again, and to play all the hits.
Maybe he didn’t love the way that she told the story of she and him? That was his problem.
She was singing, telling the tale, playing all the hits.

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Wearing all black isn’t only chic and slimming, it hides things like spilling your holiday cheer on you. Just keep that in mind this holiday season. And as for hits, is there a better one? I can’t think of a time when all black wouldn’t be great!
Are socks with heels a thing we do? I asked that question when I first started this blog, and the answer was a resounding yes. You can see for yourself here.
And socks with something to say? I’m in!
(If you can’t quite tell, these say “Aurevior Asshole”. Break-up socks if I ever saw them. These are MOTHER, not just great jeans and can be found here)

This look is not only perfect for work, cocktails, and holiday parties when you just aren’t in the mood, but for when the new year comes and you have things on your mind.

I’ve linked pieces below for your shopping pleasure. Play those hits!
Xo RA

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I’ll Take Both

Investment Piece: I'll take both

Choices.
She was faced with them day in and day out. How to be-soft or hard. What to wear-pants or dress. To be sweet or to be strong. What boundaries to set.
There were days when this task was easy. She knew who she was, and what she wanted.
There were days when this choice was difficult. Choosing one meant denying a part of herself, and feeling torn was not something she loved.
Hard. Soft.
Pants. Skirt.
She was both, she loved both.
So, she took a deep breath and said:
“I’ll take both”.

And she lived happily ever after.
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These pants are from seasons ago. I love that they’re part skirt, part edgy, but the deep navy keeps them classy. They can be intimidating, even I worry about what to wear with them. But, I’ve found that everything works, and when in doubt, pairing a basic with something a bit daring is always a good call.

That being said, I love a great cable knit sweater and could live in them. Yes, I think you need one.
I also think that you need a great, little black shoe.

In general, I’m a fan of our outfits giving us more rather than making us choose. I’d love to know-when was a time when you said “I’ll take both”?

As mentioned, these Alexander Wang pants are from a few seasons ago, but I’ve linked similar -as well as shoe and sweater choices!
Xo RA

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Prairie Dresses: Do You Need One?

Investment Piece: Do you need a prairie dress?

Little House on the Prairie (Both the show and the books) was one of my favorites growing up. Ask me about prairie dresses, and I want to tell you stories of independence, Ma and Pa, and battling the elements. There were days when I made my sister wear a bonnet, I had one too, and we pretended that we were traveling the country, standing up for ourselves as we went. Prairie dresses were a thing I did.

Now, ask me about prairie dresses and I envision a maxi (most likely floral) with detailed sleeves. I might even want to pair one with combat boots and explore the line between feminine and edgy. Prairie dresses.

Investment Piece: Prairie Dresses

So, what exactly is a prairie dress? And do you need one?

Google prairie dress and you’ll be in for a treat (and lots of shopping). Collectively, we can concure that a prairie dress is a high necked (mostly), modest dress, most likely ruffled, that combines romanticism and melancholy. And loves, they are in-no matter what story you want to tell with them.

Which leads us to the question: do you need one?
Yes, I’m allowing for the possibility that you already have one, this isn’t the first time that a prairie dress has captivated the fashion scene.
And yes, I think you need one.
Stories are not only about what we say, but what we don’t. Modest, maxi dresses give you a chance to play with that.

Investment Piece: Prairie Dresses

We know that I love a good juxatipositon, and I can’t think of a better one than something romantic paired with something edgy. I love prairie dresses with boots, sneakers, and of course heels.
And not every prairie dress has to be super girly. With our wide range of options, there are prairie dresses sans Ruffles, flowers, bows, but that capture the high neck and sleeves — I also love a good detail and prairie dresses deliver.

I’ve linked some of my favorite prairie dresses below. What story will you tell with them?
Xo RA

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Investment Piece: Prairie Dress

Riding Hood

Investment Piece: Riding Hood

She loved adventure. And while that could scare those around her who loved to stay home; she trusted that she would be protected. So, when the call came (and it always did), she would wrap herself in her trust and her hood and head into the wild.

Maybe it was the bright color, maybe it was the unshakable belief that she could face anything or anyone; but, when she wore her hood she was unstoppable. She met the obstacles in her path with love, she was curious about differences, and she left a smile when made her way back.

And all those wolves with big eyes and big teeth? Turns out kindness and a pink hood calm them down. Talk about a riding hood.

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I have a thing for hoods-the way that they fall when they aren’t up, the way that they let you hide away if you need to. Color blocking? (Yes, that is a hot pink coat with a red skirt). I’m in. The pieces are Amberleaf, some of my women owned favorites. You can refresh here, here, and here. You can still enter the code RACHELADELICA when you shop Amberleaf here. This coat is from their cashmere collection–I had the chance to play in so many of their coats, and I can only say if staying warm and looking chic is important to you, these are must buys.

Do I think that you need a hooded coat? Yes. And that you should color block? Yes. I think that there are many adventures to be had, and that these type of pieces might be needed for them.

These boots are Celine (yes, Pheobe) and one of my prized possessions.

Shop Amberleaf above and I’ve linked similar items below for you.
Where shall we go adventuring today?
Xo RA

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In the Stars

Investment Piece: In the Stars

Upon her birth, her parents announced that “A Star is Born”. But what did that mean? That she was the apple of her parent’s eye, their own little live show? Was it that her parents could see the constellations inside her, that would occasionally burn out of her? Or was it that her fate or path or guidance would be heaven sent, and that was just a reminder to look up?

Being in the stars isn’t always a straightforward thing. She did her best to shine daily, even if it meant burning out and being reborn each night. She looked up, sometimes spending too much time in the clouds. She rubbed with the human stars, making stories.

And little by little, the stars shared her secrets with her, helping her find her way. So, she put her stars on her clothes so she could share them with you.

Investment Piece: In the Stars

I’m a big fan of using fashion to tell our stories, and stars are part of mine. Patterns can be subtle (like above) or bold like here and here (just a few samples). Maybe it’s not the stars you love, but the astrology? I also love this print in the shirt version, available at Madewell.
These jeans are vintage inspired. A note about vintage jeans: they’re amazing (the view from behind), but remember to size up, there’s no stretch to them, and the fit can be a little different. I love them!
And there’s no reason to be scared of double denim. Worst case? You’re ready for a casual party!

I’ve linked similar items below (including these exact jeans), I’d love to know: what do you were to tell your stories?

Xo RA

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#DiscoBaby

Investment Piece: Disco Baby
Investment Piece: #discobaby

Investment Piece: #disobaby

The thing about a classic? It can be anything. One of the most versatile things you can invest in for your closet is a wrap dress. **

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But back to the disco (baby). Why did I feel like disco? A little bit of Halloween, a little bit of holiday party season coming, and just a little bit of needing to dress up. Sometimes, that’s all it is. The thing about a wrap dress? It can be ALL of those things. Just take this look–you could have been a #discobaby for Halloween, it’s perfect for all those upcoming cocktail parties, or just a fun look on the weekend. Or weeknight. I don’t judge.

And the thing is–the next morning you can throw on sneakers with a wrap dress, you’re good to go. Or boots. I happen to love the hose with sandals look, it’s so chic (and a little disco). And the thing about disco? It doesn’t have to be big or over the top. Disco can be the little details, or metallic accersories, or anything that implies you might be down to dance. I know, I know, disco implies a lot of things. What if we took the meaning of the word back?

This wrap dress is from a few years ago (I love the gold detail, yes, it inspired the disco), but I found you similar ones! I am a firm believer that hose are a thing you should always have on hand, it’s part of my Texan upbringing. And these shoes? My go-to’s. They’re from quite a few seasons ago, but I got your back and have linked similar ones below!

What kind of disco will you be hitting?

Xo RA

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Investment Piece: #discobaby — Off to disco!

A Cord Story

Investment Piece: A Cord Story

Cords. Keeping us all in the fall spirit since we were babies. In fact, what’s fall without a cord story?

Especially with our cord offerings this season. From wide legs to skirts, to suits, wide cords, fine cords, in every color of the rainbow. Cords are both a denim like staple, and a statement. I love this dark navy hue (it’s a neutral) and the cropped legs. It feels both easy and dressed up. And I’ve paired them with almost everything I own. How’s that for a cord story?

I’ve linked some of my favorite cord pieces below. I’d love to know: what’s your cord story?

Xo RA

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You can shop this exact look here. And my cord picks:

Casual

Investment Piece: Casual

Casual. It’s a mood.

I can be prone to extremes. Which isn’t always bad–but it does mean that I can often be found in either party attire or workout clothes. Not a lot of middle ground.

Yes, I love jeans and t-shirts and sweatshirts. I do. But, learning to be casual has been a process for me. Ask my mom-even as a kid, I would dress up in a party dress. Every day. And now? If I have an event, I have to be careful or else I overdress.

SideNote: I over dress a lot.

So, when I find a casual outfit that I love? I wear it. On repeat.
Here: I love leopard sweat pants. It’s like they’re dressy. And yes, I have thrown on a sweater and heels with these. It was still casual.
Everyone needs a chambray button down. There is so much you can wear it with.
Vans, and Vans with shearling lining are a cold weather must.
And blanket scarves are a luxury you didn’t know you needed.

And even though it’s casual, it feels like me. How do you casual?

I’ve linked similar items for your shopping pleasure!
Xo RA

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Fashion Halloween: Birds

Investment Piece: Fashion Halloween Birds

Have I mentioned that I love fashion Halloween? You know that time of year when fashion and costumes intersect? I love it! See here. I’ve been everything from a Mermaid to Lady Macbeth, and this year I’m just as excited about my fashion Halloween costume this year!

I’m from The Birds! (Yes, that Alfred Hitchcock movie where birds attack). There are so many ways to do this fashion Halloween, but all of them are simple. Basically you need a skirt set, a bird(s), and fake blood. The screaming face is optional, but I like to think it adds to the look. I was inspired by a Pin I saw on Pintrest at the end of last October (yes, I’ve been waiting a year for this!).
Investment Piece: Fashion Halloween Birds

For me, this is the perfect Fashion Halloween- it’s vintage, film based, and easy to pull together!

You can shop pieces for this Hitchock Fashion Halloween here:
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But, let’s say your Fashion Halloween doesn’t need to go to the Birds. You have options. And some of them are fashion!

Investment Piece: Fashion Halloween
A black turtleneck, black pants, and loafers or ballet flats: you’re Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face
Shop the look:here.
And the bonus? You may have these items in your closet–or you may be making a great investment!

Investment Piece: Holiday Gown
Got a gown/colorful dress/piece you love? You’re a fashion Halloween movie star. Or add a crown- you’re a princess. Add wings! You’re an angel or a butterfly or a devil! It’s the easiest fashion Halloween!

Of course Fashion Halloween can mean just buying a costume!
Some of my picks:

And if your version of Fashion Halloween doesn’t involve a costume, you also have options!
Investment Piece: Fashion Halloween
From headbands to Halloween nails to makeup, you can shop my picks here.

There are so many ways to do Fashion Halloween! I’d love to know: what are you doing for Fashion Halloween?

Xo RA

And yes, if you see me on Halloween I’ll most likely be wearing this

Happy Fashion Halloween!