MLK Day Sales

I, like you, often have conflicting feelings about holidays that aren’t about shopping being a huge sale day. However, when the deals are good should we restrain ourselves? What if we did good in our communities, loved each other really hard, and shopped great sales? I think that might be a great compromise. And in that spirit, I’ve picked some of my fave deals from today for your shopping pleasure! Shop my picks and love someone, now that’s a great holiday!

xo RA

Nights in LA

Investment Piece: Nights in LA
Investment Piece: Nights in LA
Investment Piece: Nights in LA
Investment Piece: Nights in LA
Investment Piece: Nights in LA
Investment Piece: Nights in LA
Investment Piece: Nights in LA

Nights in LA can be just as magical as the mornings. There is always something going on: from premiere to event to just a great burger. You might have to watch yourself on a LA night, there’s the tempation to think you might be left out, that maybe you’re not at the right event or venue, but I really don’t buy that. My experience has been that any night, any place can be amazing, if you’re with the right people. And lucky for us all, I’ve been known to bring my own drama (the sleeves on this dress!); and I’ve found that if you’re looking for magic LA nights will give it to you. Look at that light!

We can talk about any event, but let’s talk about this dress. It’s all statement: the low back, the sleeves, the length. Part witchy, part goddess, all magic; just the way I like it! And the great thing, this dress is deceptive. It’s the softest jersey, so while it can turn heads, it’s a throw on and go type of dress. I promise. What I love about statement dresses (or statement anything) is that they don’t need a lot of help. Wear your hair natural. You can throw on flip flops if you need to, I did. You don’t have to try too hard, the dress does it for you. This dress is a Norma Kamali, I love that her style is drama with out the fuss. Her jersey is some of the softest that I have ever worn, the cut is always great, and there’s always an “it” factor: sleeves, a deep back, or both! (You’ve also seen some of her swimwear here)

This night in LA was indeed magical, but there was no special event. My photographer, Katy Shayne, and I simply were craving a great burger, and may be a martini or two. The light was perfect, and I was in the mood to wear this dress. And I was able to talk Katy into shooting me. That simple. Nights in LA are magic, but the best kind of magic is the kind you bring yourself: a great dress, a great friend, a great meal, a great laugh. Premieres can be fun. Events make me happy. But there are a ton of LA nights that have left me breathless, and all that was needed was a great dress!

I’d love to know: what’s your brand of magic, or statement dress for Nights in LA (or anywhere)?

Shop my picks below:

Investment Piece: Ngihts in LA

Personal Shopping Services

Investment Piece: Personal Shopping Services
Personal Shopping Services
Personal Shopping Services

Loves! I’m so excited to announce our new personal shopping services! From simple outfit consultations to help finding the perfect piece for you or your loved ones, I’m looking forward to shopping with you!
(Note: While I specialize in finding you the perfect addition to your closet, and with the new year in full swing, I’m excited to help you “revamp” your closet!
How it works:

Email me: (racheladelicia@investmentpiece.com). We’ll chat about what you need, what you’re looking for, and your timeline. After we agree to work together, we’ll set up a time to skype or FaceTime (in person appointments are available, depending on in city availability. Price varies.)

I get to work! Whether it’s helping you put together an outfit with the items you already have, or I hunt for the perfect time for you, I will get to work! My goal is always to find you the best pieces (within budget) that make you feel great, add joy to your life, and are a great fit. Each situation and timeline are different, so if we’re working together for a day, weeks, or month(s), I’m always available to chat, provide you with updates, and use your input to narrow my search!

You Get Something You Love! From the perfect fitting jeans, to an enviable wedding outfit, to a fantastic vintage piece, to a great gift for your loved ones, we shop till you are happy!

What sets us at Investment Piece apart from other personal shopping services is that we do the heavy lifting. There’s no need for you to meet us out, or go from store to store with me! (Unless you want to!) I’ll present all my choices via email or text, and if we don’t find what you love, we keep looking! I also specialize in finding rare, vintage, and items from past seasons (these pieces are the backbone of my own waredrobe). While it may take time, if there’s an item you love, I will do my best to find it for you; or help you begin to vintage shop and curate your own vintage collection.

So, tell me, what is it you’re shopping for?

I’m looking forward to shopping with you!
XO RA

From the Archives

Investment Piece: From the Archives
Investment Piece: From the Archives
Investment Piece: From the Archives
Investment Piece: From the archives
Investment Piece: From the Archives

Sometimes I shoot things and forget to share them. Not because I mean to, but because I get so wrapped up in sorts of things. This stunning Victor Costa dress is one of those things. I shot it, about a year ago, on my way on the door to a party. Its simple elegance, and the fact that it makes a statement while being super comfy, makes it a staple in my party rotation. The shoot was impromptu, and I always meant to re-shoot. I came across these photos while planning my January calendar, and realized that you deserve to see them (even as I think that they could be more “perfect”). So from the archives from me to you: here they are!

Investment Piece: From the Archives

And from the archives: let’s chat 1970s fashion. Of all the eras, the 70s get a bad rep. With the extreme bell bottoms and crazy patterns and colors, I get that, there are some things that should stay in the archives. However, some of the 70s fashion is amazing. Some flares are meant to be worn with tees, platforms, maxi dresses, and some patterns are vital parts of any modern closet (thank you, 1970s!). Yes, when the 70s were bad, they were bad; but when they were good, they were good. The same is true for polyester. The trick? Keeping the good, and letting the bad stay in the archives.

Victor Costa? He’s fantastic and should be brought out of the archives at any given opportunity. Victor loved to dress women in “special” dresses, was known for making affordable verisions of designer clothes (yes, knockoffs), and his designs were classic and on trend at the same time. I love the collar on this dress, that neckline, and the length. It falls just amazing, and is always a hit at every party I wear it to. I get it, this is the part where I’m supposed to tell you this dress could be made casual, and yes, you could throw on some adidas with it. However, when we pull amazing things from the archives, why can’t we let them be what they are?

Investment Piece, fashion blogger, Spring Cleaning, high fashion, CA, TX

Not bad for being from the archives, right? It’s funny, every time I think about reshooting a look, and I mean a full look, not pieces of it, I always tell myself it’s because the look could be better. The pictures could be better. I could tell you abou the story better. What I’m learning is that fashion doesn’t have to be perfect to have an impact; and while I don’t know that I will ever be able to put aside my perfectionist tendencies completely, being a little imperfect isn’t always bad. Thank you for letting me share my archives with you!

I’ve picked some of my favorite 1970s inspired styles below, and if you ever come across a Victor Costa, I recommend you take it!

XO RA

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Winter Essentials

Investment Piece: Winter Essentials

Things I learned this week: We now name winter storms, there is such a thing as a winter hurricane, and there are people who may wake up today to over 12″ of snow. As a Southern Lady and LA baby, I don’t know how to wrap my head around that. This winter I got to see snow (I was like a 5yo about it) and it was cold for quite a stretch in TX. This is the most winter I’ve ever experienced. However, across the country it’s been down right frigid. Loves, it’s winter and it’s time we dress for it. Continue reading Winter Essentials

New Year Sales

Can it really be a new year, new you if you don’t get new things? Asking for all of us. You may think that your chance to snag a deal is gone, but I’m here to reassure you that there is new left for everyone! In fact, I’ve picked my favorite ongoing New Years Sales and loves, there are $45 shoes available. Get to new, get to shopping!

Net-A-Porter
You can snag up to 70% at this New Year Sales, and your closet will thank you!
My picks:

Saks Fifth Avenue
Another New Years Sale with 70% off?! See, the universe wants you to have something new!
My picks:

Intermix
New Years Sales Number 3 at 70% off. At some point does this seem too good to be true?
My picks:

Stuart Weitzman
Stuart Weitzman makes some of the best boots I’ve ever owned, and in this New Years Sale you can get some at 50% off.
My picks:

Neiman Marcus
This last New Years Sale is another gift! Up to 70% off!

Hope you get to get everything you didn’t ask for at these New Years Sales! Happy Shopping!
XO RA

Holiday Week Sales!

Hi Loves! How was your holiday? Did you get everything you wanted? Did you get to rest? Are you stuck in this holiday week we here everything is blurry and you don’t know what time it is? I get that. I’ve enjoyed a great low key holiday with people I love; we return to our regularly scheduled programming next Wednesday (HOW ON EARTH IS IT 2018 ALREADY?!?), but I couldn’t resist sharing some of my fave holiday week sales with you! You know, just in case you needed to get yourself something as a reward for making it thus far!

Tell me everything: What you buy and what you’re up to!

Happy Shopping!

XO

Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale!

If you have the the week off there is no excuse not to shop this sale. If you’re having to work, I made picks for you. The moral of this holiday week? Shop the Nordstrom sale. My picks:

Designer Sales

Have something from a luxury designer on your list? You’re in luck! Moda Operandi and Forward are having huge sales this holiday week and your wish list item may be up to 70% off! Some of my picks:

Tory Burch

I’ve gotten some of my recent favorite things at Tory Burch, and this holiday week, the sale there is 60% off! Some of my favorite things, including this:
Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual
Shirt are in the sale, so hurry! (Note, this sale ends on 12/31, so time is a ticking!)

Here are my picks:

Saks
Need a more leisurely sale? Saks has 70% through mid-January (and I’m sure more things will be added!). So take your time, finish your wine, but shop these holiday week sales:

This and That
It seems like every retailer has a sale this week, so I’ve rounded up my top holiday week sales picks from all of them. (Or as many as I could get to!) Did I leave anything out?
My picks:

I hope your holiday week has been full of rest, love, and joy. I hope you got to get and give what you wanted, and I hope these holiday week sales picks fill the gaps!

XO RA

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Holiday Gown

Investment Piece: Holiday Gown
Investment Piece: Holiday Gown

How to Holiday: Get yourself a holiday gown. Does this gown have to be in holiday colors? No. Do holiday gowns have to be worn only during the holiday season? I don’t think so. Tis the season, and while that does bring with it the holiday reds and greens and sparkle; I say you can be daring. Get a holiday gown that not only makes you feel like a holiday princess, but that works all year.
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Black and White with a Pop

Black and White with a Pop
Investment Piece: Black and White with a pop

Black and White: it’s so classic. This dress? I love the lines, the Velvet, the silk. The sleeves add a bit of fun, and the whole combination is a show stopper. It’s perfect for the holiday season as there is enough of a sparkle, but also perfect for any Tuesday.Not to mention, it’s amazingly comfy–this is actually a 1930s dressing gown! Continue reading Black and White with a Pop