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This post was first featured about a year ago–time flies when you look amazing! And I couldn’t help but repost it today (mainly as I wore it again, and remembered how much I love it)! This off the shoulder top is one of my go-to’s, these are some of my fave white pants, and the earrings are still a fave! This is what I originally said:

Off the Shoulder is having a moment–and I absolutely love this version of it. The ruffled sleeves and wrap waist just feel fun–and the earrings help in that department! I’ve worn with top with skirts, jeans, cut-offs–but loved the juxtaposition of the white pants and the colors of the food trucks! And these earrings–I wear them with everything!

Happy Monday! XO RA

The great news for us is that now it’s Friday, and it’s a holiday weekend! If you follow me on Instagram (@racheladelicia) you know I’m off on a family vacation–but we still have you covered! We remind you of our iFund Women project Sunday, have a sale round up on Monday, and a great outfit to share next Wednesday! In the meantime I’ve updated the shopping options!

Details:
Top: Freya
Pants: Vintage
Earrings: Beehive
Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood

I hope you have a great holiday weekend! XO RA

Stripes: All American Classic, perfect for that upcoming holiday, and anything but boring. Case in point? This stripe swing dress. The puff sleeve, the button up, the stripe: nothing that can steer you wrong here. And the great thing? It can go with so many things: heels, wedges, flats, and sneakers. Here I loved adding a bit of fringe for drama! And did you notice that the wedges have a stripe too? I couldn’t resist!

The great thing about a shirt dress is that it’s completely versatile. You can dress it up or down, can go from the office to happy hour, and this version in cotton makes it perfect for summer. I’m partial to the vertical stripes, but really any shirt dress can give you this look: classic white could be great, as well as chambray, or even polka dots! These wedges (beside having the cutest stripe) are plastic! The great part about that means that if you happen to get them dirty, they are super easy to clean; and believe it or not, very comfy! This bag, which is almost an accessory and a half) is a few seasons old, but I just adore it! It adds a littl pop to everything!

I’m thinking of wearing this number for the 4th! I love that it’s color appropriate but not over the top. What do you think?

XO RA

Shop my picks below:

There are some pieces that I just love not matter what: and overalls are one of them. Weird? Maybe. I love that overalls are the original jumpsuit, that they go great over swimsuits, that overalls can be dressed up or down. I fell in love with these Madewelloveralls on Instagram when a friend posted them shown with a blazer. I loved that they kept the “integrity” of overalls but added an edge–I love the skinny leg and the drop hem! These would look great with any tee, shirt, sweater, with a blazer –and heels or flats!

You can see other overalls I’ve loved here, here, and here.

And loves: these details! I love the juxatipositon of the button up with the overalls, and especially love the flare of the French Cuff. And the monogram–it doesn’t get any better! (You can see that shirt here). And the plaid shoes: so Summer, so classic, so fun!

I’ve worn this outfit to summer meetings and to happy hour!

You can shop my picks below!

Happy Summer! XO RA

We get told a lot of things: Let your light shine, all that glitters isn’t gold, smile, and (my fave) don’t let anyone dull your sparkle. There are times when these are true (this is not the part where I tell you not to shine, or to put up with people who can’t handle your shine). However, there are times when these things aren’t EXCATLY true. Sometimes all that glitters is gold–and sometimes, it adds to our shine!

You may remember this dress (vintage from Garment Modern) from my Instagram last summer; I loved wearing it with my fave Adidias out to outdoor events. It has just the right amount of sparkle (and sequin) to stand out, but the sweater dress quality allows you to dress it up or down. I love it with heels here– it’s special enough for any “fancy” occasion, but not so over the top that you will intimidate anyone (that’s what your personal shine is for). I love a great piece that lets me dress it up or down, wear it in a park, wear it at a 5 star restaurant!

How would you wear it? XO RA

I’ve linked some similar picks below for your shopping pleasure:

Loves, you’re not imagining things. You’ve seen this blazer before (here). And while I loved this blazer as a way to transition from summer to fall, I also adore it as a Summer suit! Because, yes, it’s Summer, but there are still times when a suit is needed!

I have to admit, though I am wary of some versions of this combo, I have a thing for Blazers and shorts. You read about it, and see my Summer suit of last summer, here, and also check my Etsy history: I’ve been searching for the perfect 80s short suit. I didn’t find one, so I made one! I love that this blazer is a true blazer (in the trust tree: a little hot to shoot in southern humidity) but the off the shoulder makes it interesting. I paired it with classic white shorts (oversized just a tad to balance the structure) and these stunning lace up sandals. Perfect for more casual Summer business, or a night out!

I’d love to know: What’s your Summer suit?

XO RA

This Blazer is old, the shorts are Zara, and the shoes are Miu Miu from a few seasons ago. I’ve selected some similar styles below for your shopping pleasure!