It’s a new year, new us, we’re making a statement, and it’s caped. I am a fan of capes (seen here, here, and here) and with gorgeous vintage capes like this pink lined one, I don’t see my love of capes going anywhere! Here’s what I love about capes-they go with anything, are simple yet make statements, effortless and chic. The tweed here with the pink silk lining and those details –neck closure, the pocket–blends sensible with fun. It goes great with jeans and a turtleneck but will go over anything! How do you wear your capes?
Is cold weather an excuse not be chic? Granted the answer to this is easier when cold is not in the teens, but I think cold weather is simply an excuse to pop your glam cold weather wear. For example? These boots–you’ve seen them so many times before, but any time I have a chance, I wear them! (See them here, here, and here, and all over my Instagram). I love that they are warm, but a complete show stoppper! And this vintage YSL trench. Velvet (on trend), warm, and versatile (it’s a little big on me, so I wrap it to make it a dress, it also looks great open over anything), it turns heads too! I just like to show the weather who’s the boss–what about you?
If you’re like me, you love the street style pics that (often come during fashion week) get shared on all of our social media outlets. I love getting inspired by the outfits, the outrageous style, and the way people make the street their runway–I aspire to that. So, is there a formula to street style? After careful study I think the biggest thing is to let your personality shine through, and have some fun! And for me–fun is proportion and color! I fell in love with these Solace London palazzo pants at my trip to Austn’s Le Garage Sale, and had to have them. The silk is incredibly soft, the length is amazing, and the volume is so fun! They go with so much–from tees to blouses, but I love the contrast of a sweater. I kept it thin, and in the same color to minimize any bulkiness. And then. Fun shoes! You know me–I love my shoes, and these Velvet mules are no exception. The color is amazing, they’re comfy, and they add pop! A great outfit for work, play, or being on the street! What do you think of my street style?
Loves! It’s 2017! We made it! Did you have a good holiday? Are you back at work? I can’t wait to hear everything! Today may still be a bit of an “in between day” for some. The holidays are over, but it’s not as if we’re in the swing of things. We’re working on swinging–going back to work, taking down the holiday. Days like today it’s tempting to stay in PJs all day (and I’ve been known to do that), but when you have to get dressed I love outfits like this one–easy, comfy, but pack a punch! And yes, let’s talk about these boots! They’re Chanel and I got them on Vestaire Collective, and loves, they are perfect. Buttery soft, I love that they are flat–but the length gives them a pop! With a great pair of jeans and a classic blouse (with a color pop of its own), I’m reading for swinging!
Loves! We made it! 2017 is almost here, and it’s a time to look forward with hope and look back with gratitude! I am so, so thrilled that you let me share my little space on the Internet with you. Thank you for helping me grow this community. I have so many things in the works for you–I’m truly excited about what the new year will bring! And I’m thinking about you! What do you like? What would you like? This space is partially about you! So on that note:
On our Fashion Posts:
More writing, and how-to’s? Less writing? No writing on outfit posts?
Personal Shopping! We’re working on getting packages together so we can shop together! Are you interested?
Anything else (constructive) we can do to better your experience?
Leave a comment below, on our Facebook or email me at racheladelicia@investmentpiece.com!
Again, thank you for a great year–here’s to many more!
Loves, we’re at a point where we can be honest with each other, right? I have a love/hate relationship with NYE. On one hand, as a lover of fashion, and on a night where anything goes (as well as a lover of champagne!): I love it! On the other hand–the crowds, the pressure to have “the BEST TIME EVER”, the over-price on every thing (and if you’re over 21 you can go out any night and drink champagne till 12a. I promise): I’m not a fan. In fact, one of the best NYEs I’ve ever had has been a dinner party in sweat pants. But, as someone who loves a good party, and a great outfit, I can’t help but offer some outfit inspiration! The best news? This is a night where anything goes! So fringe, sequins, boas–you do you!
Here are my tips from last year, and I still stand by these!
Without further ado:
Metallic skirts with anything (but love them with sheer-ish shirts) In fact, I’m always a fan of sheer (see one of my first posts, here for proof) Also, I may reshoot that dress for y’all–thoughts?)
Fringe, all the fringe
Colors, all the colors
Sequins, all the sequins
Velvet, again, Velvet
Gowns
And if you’re going causal: you can’t go wrong with great jeans:
I’d love to know: what are your plans for NYE? And what are you wearing????
I promise I will show my look on Instagram (@racheladelicia)!
This is it! We made it to the holiday! And no matter what you have left to do–baking, buying, celebrating, you deserved to look and feel your best! My solution? The combo of holiday fancy (velvet, that’s velvet) and comfort. This dress is actually a vintage dressing gown (from Bloomers and Frocks ) and it’s one of the most comfortable things I own–but it looks amazing! It has all of the vintage perfection-details and small waist, yet,due to its dressing gown nature, flows in all the right places. With the right shoes, I’m ready for all the celebrating to come!
A note about the holiday: We are down Sunday but will be back next Wednesday with new content! During our “down days” make sure to check us out on Instagram (@racheladelicia–and did you know my looks are shop able? With Witlee (Witlee or on Shop Style (both the site and the app!) I will be posting sale updates and past looks to Facebook (for your escapism and to help you with that holiday $$).
What I love about this French silk, vintage dress is that it’s multi-faceted. The color blocking, the belt, the silver thread–it makes me feel like I would fit in at any holiday party, at any French Disco, or simply a lovely meal. It’s part party and part comfortable–and it works for this time of the year. The colors are holiday, but it feels more NYE to me–I envision dancing all night in it! And the details! The top of the dress can be buttoned high (shown here) or left undone for a more sultry look! Versatility, it’s what’s for fashion!
What I love about this velvet suit is that it’s part PJ Sexy, holiday glamour, and all comfy! The parts look great seperately -if you follow me on Instagram (@racheladelica) you know that I love wearing the jacket with jeans and vans. I love the pants with a sweater or tee. It looks great together, with sneakers or heels. Velevet suits are plush, and yet remain edgy! I love the deep navy of this one, but any color in velvet works! Do you have one? How do you wear it?
Those slip dresses that were so on trend last season? There’s no need to put them away! Simply layer shirts, sweaters, or tops under them–I love this sequin number. It adds a pop of holiday without overtstateing it (this would look great with anything though!) And these shoes! We know I tend to veer towards heels for all the things, but I love this No 21 slippers, they are “dressy” (yet go great with jeans and shorts) and add just another element to this look! I wore this to a lunch, but it would be a great holiday party outfit!
See my thoughts on dressy flats here!
