Ballet Pink

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Ballet, pink, high fashion, blogger, CA, TX, Investment Piece
Ballet, pink, high fashion, blogger, CA, TX, Investment Piece
Ballet, pink, high fashion, CA, TX, Investment Piece
Ballet, pink, high fashion, LA, CA, TX, blogger, Investment Piece

Count this as your weekly dose of pink! A loving reminder to check you and your loved ones for Breast Cancer. Want more ways to be involved in Breast Cancer Awareness month?? Check out National Breast Cancer Foundation

And onto fashion:

Ballet was one of my first loves and to this day I can’t resist dressing like a ballerina–ballet pink, tutu like skirts, leotards. You name it, I’m in. But I also like a little edge (see here). So when the chance appeared to shoot a sweet ballet-pink outfit in a construction zone I took it (I just love juxatipositons)! I also love how this skirt is a bit sheer, and how the leotard shows just enough of a back; meaning that it’s sweet but no one aspect is too sweet. The lace up shoes just add to my ballet fantasy. And yet, I don’t feel like a little girl playing dress up! I’m a woman playing dress up, and that’s oh-so-much-better!

Happy Monday! XO RA

Details:
Skirt: Free people, old, I do have a soft spot for this tulle one
Leotard: Free People
Shoes: Jill Sander, old

Sunday Chronicles: Fall Movies

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Fences

Fall means pumpkin everything, the return of cool weather, sweaters, boots and scarves. However, to me, fall also means the return of movies. Not that movies go anywhere, but like the seasons change we move from a period of Blockbuster, fun, summer movies to more serious, “award” worthy, in depth movies. (Side note, we could go off on what an “award” film is loves, and how I feel like it’s criminal that comedies don’t receive more awards, but that’s a topic for another time.) As an actress and someone who loves movies, this is one of the best parts of fall. I simply love movies; I love the stories, the visuals, the way that they touch me. I love going to the movies, especially matinees (it feels like you’re playing hooky!) So this onslaught of fall movies is a little like heaven to me. What about you? Do you love fall movies like I do? Below is a small list of movies I’m looking forward to seeing (this is by no means all of them!) What are you excited to see?

For more information about fall movies and their plots check here, here and here

My picks:

Fences (pictured above)
American Pastoral
Passengers
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Edge of Seventeen
The Dressmaker
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Loving
Arrival
The Accountant
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Miss Sloane
Nocturnal Animals
A Monster Calls
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Allied
Max Rose
The Girl on the Train
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The Handmaiden
Manchester by the Sea
And La La Land

I can’t wait to share my faves with you through the season!

Wishing us all a week of stories and amazing shoes! XO RA

PJ Dressing

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Red, PJ dressing, robe, vintage, Stuart Weitzman, LA, CA, TX, Investment Piece, blogger
Red, vintage, robe, PJ Dressing, high fashion, Stuart Weitzman, blogger, Investment Piece
Vintage, robe, PJ Dressing, LA, CA, TX, high fashion, Investment Piece
PJ Dressing, red, robe, vintage, Stuart Weitzman, LA, CA, blogger, Investment Piece

PJ Dressing is in, and I am on board! I have recently developed a thing for vintage robes, and while they are great for being around the house, they are also great as a dress (I wear everything else as dress!)! I’ve done PJ dressing before (here) but I really like this take on it. The robe feels like a mini dress, which feels vintage and modern all at the same time, and I love the balance of the high boots. It’s not blatant PJ dressing, but a more subtle form; and either way I’m the winner as I’m super comfy!

Would you wear your robe as a dress?

XO RA

Details:
Vintage robe found on Etsy
Boots: Stuart Weitzman

Fashion Halloween: Mermaid

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Fashion Halloween, mermaid, investment piece, blogger, CA, TX
Last week on our Fashion Halloween segment we chatted Betty Draper (see those photos here) and while I loved being Betty, I couldn’t resist the chance to be a mermaid. I have a fascination with mermaids (I’m an Ocean baby) and often go around saying I’m one (and you can’t prove I’m not, also I’ve posted about getting mermaid photos done here). So, this seemed like a natural progression. There are tons of mermaid costumes online, for both Halloween and swimming (and I’m trying to convince myself that I don’t need a mermaid fin-links below for shopping) but for this look I chose to do more “make-at home”. This skirt is from H&M and I have had it for years, for this look I bought green and purple tulle and pinned it to the hem. The shoes are Sophia Webster from last fall, the top is from Hot Topic (found here). For the make-up I simply put glitter all over my face, using liquid gold eyeliner for lipstick, however there are many mermaid make-up tutorials I love, including this one that I love! I hope you enjoy mermaid-ing as much as I do!

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Fashion Halloween, mermaid, InvesmtentPece, blogger, CA, TX
Fashion Halloween, mermaid, InvesmentPiece, blogger, CA, TX
Fashion Halloween, mermaid, InvesmentPiece, blogger, CA, TX
Fashion Halloween, mermaid, InvesmentPiece, blogger, CA, TX

XO RA

For your Mermaid look try:
Etsy
Hot Topic
Target
Or at your favorite costume store!

Pink

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Pink, breast cancer awareness, high fashion, bloomers and frocks, investment piece
Pink, breast cancer awareness, bloomers and frocks, vintage, la, Tx, investment piece
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Pink, breast cancer awareness, garden, high fashion, LA, CA, TX, bloomers and frocks, investment piece

You were promised a pink outfit once a week to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we aim to please! I fell in love with this pink number from Bloomers and Frocks (read my write up of them here), the way it moved, the color–every time I put it on I have to shimmy! It’s just that fun. So for a wedding in the last bit of warm weather, it’s just perfect. I also think it would be perfect at dinner, at parties, just simply as it is! With the ruffles and fitted waist, it really needs no embellishments; and while I chose gold shoes, it would also go great with nude, black, silver, or a matching shade!

Again, it is Breast Cancer Awareness month so remember to get you and your loved ones checked!

Happy Wednesday! XO RA

Details:
Dress and Shoes: Vintage

Where to Shop: Polkadots and Moonbeams

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Back in LA and am so excited to be in this home for a bit! And when I’m here in LA I have my usual spots that I go to–and one of them is Polkadots and Moonbeams! It’s actually two stores in one (or a few steps away from each other) and provides a great combo of new and vintage!

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Vintage, la, shopping, fashion, blogger, Investment Piece, Polka Dots and Moonbeams
In the vintage store you can find vintage pieces as well as vintage inspired pieces, great gloves, hats, jewelry and I LOVE their petticoat collection. Everything is reasonable and I always find something great!

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Shopping, fashion, LA, CA, blogger, Investment Piece, PolkaDots and Moonbeams

A few steps away is the “modern” store full of great dresses (For Love and Lemons), jeans, t-shirts and shoes. I love getting my basics here!

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The staff is always friendly and willing to help, and coming here feels a little bit like home!

Shop Polka Dots and Moonbeams in LA or here and see how I styled my latest purchase from them here

Gucci-Like

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Gucci, TX, CA, fashion, blogger, Investment Piece
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Levis, mules, high fashion, CA, TX, blogger, Investment Piece
Levis, Gucci, high fashion, blogger, Investment piece, CA, TX
Fashion, blogger, Gucci, Levi's, mules, Ca, Tx, investment Piece

We know I love any and all things Gucci so when I found this Gucci-like top at Beehive (which we know I also love, read about them here) I knew I had to have it. I love the semi-sheer, the floral, the tie. I love the nod it gives to Gucci, and yet love it with simple jeans and mules (yes, it would look great more dressed up as well, as well as layered under sweaters). A note about the mules–super comfy and they go with everything! It’s the perfect combo for the beginning of fall, and on Mondays I can’t think of anything better than easy and perfect!

XO RA

Details:
Top: Beehive
Jeans: Levis
Shoes: Mari Giudicelli

Sunday Chronicles: Hurricane Relief

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Loves, as we all know the past few days have been a lot for those in the South East and Carribean. Hurricane Matthew has devestated Haiti, wrecked havoc on Florida, and as this is being typed making landfall on the Carolinas. My heart aches when I read about the lives lost (oh Haiti), and the loss (homes, etc) that so many are facing. At times like these, it can feel simply overwhelming. With so much devastation it can be hard to know how to start and where to help. But loves, I like to think that times like these are opportunities for us to be our best selves, to put humanity ahead of agenda and help each other. So where to start? The Red Cross has a donation hotline that you can donate to via text (90999), and is always in need of supplies and blood donations. If the Red Cross isn’t your speed there are several organizations to help, including SOIL, Doctors Without Borders, Border of Lights, etc. While there can be lists online make sure that you do a little bit of research on any organization you give to! And here at home, let’s love each other a little hard in these times: say hi to your neighbors, hold the door for others, smile. We’re in this together, so let’s help each other through this!

Wishing us all a week of love and amazing shoes! XO RA

Snaked

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High fashion, snake, cut out, Jcrew, Zara, Investment Piece, blogger, CA, Tx
Snake, high fashion, Jcrew, Zara, investment Piece, blogger, CA, TX

Monochrome looks are a go-to for me (they are simple but allow for so much personality). And here? I love the pop of these snaked shoes (although snake is almost a neutral, I promise). The strapped pump is everywhere this season but when I was shopping, I wanted one that was a little big of a stand-out. And Jcrew delivered! I love the snake-print, I love the strap, I love the thicker, stacked heel. Add to that a basic sweater with cut outs and this one tone outfit is a bit more. The shoes go with everything, and I like that the sweater is a little unexpected! I’m wearing the sweater mainly with high waisted pants, jeans, and skirts; but you could also layer it, or show a bit more skin! Either way, this snaked look is Friday approved!

Details:
Sweater: Zara
Pants: Zara
Shoes: Jcrew, sold out also love these
And similar here

Fashion Halloween: Betty Draper

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I love Halloween, I’m a theatre major, actress and into fashion–costumes are fun to me! I love really dressing for a part, even if that part is just handing out candy. Last year we got into some fashion costumes (here) but this year I wanted to devote more time to it. A great costume can sometimes take some time and effort, though my goal is to present (for the most part) costumes that are fashion (and therefore made from your closet); I’ve picked costumes I’m actually considering being this year–and also costumes I think are fun! (Side note: I also love costumes you buy and in the past have been Catwoman and WonderWoman–I approve and while I’m not presenting those ideas, I still think they are fashion and love them!) So for the next few Thursday’s be prepared for Fashion Halloween, we’ll get you dressed up!

First up: Betty Draper. I loved Mad Men, especially the fashion. And I loved the episode when Betty shot the pigeons–and that makes for a fun, yet easy costume!

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Loves, this is basically an excuse to wear your nice PJs out. It’s simply a nice nightgown (or a slip dress would work), a great robe (this one is vintage, I got it on Etsy but you can use what you have), and slippers (these are cashmere mules from The Real Real but I think almost anything would work:mules, feathered shoes, any heel). The great thing? It’s completely comfy (and if you like you can smoke and drink all night and be in character). The trick of this costume is in the details;
Fashion Halloween, Betty Draper, InvestmentPiece
Betty Draper, Fashion Halloween, Investment Piece
Perfect makeup:red lips, eyeliner and mascara. Red nails. And bob your hair (I followed an online tutorial here and there are a ton more out there!)
Full disclosure: I didn’t buy a toy gun for this (or cigarettes) but that is an option (Most Halloween or toy stores have them); I felt like the essence of the costume came across without it!

Betty Draper, Fashion Halloween, Investment Piece
Betty Draper, Fashion Halloween, Investment Piece
Fashion Halloween, Betty Draper, Investment Piece

I love this idea, or the idea of dressing like your favorite character in general! Check back next week for our next costume!

XO RA