Tag: outfits

There are jokes about wearing all black–and the women who do so. It’s become a cliche-right?
Here’s the thing about cliches though–they often have some truth in them. Or in this case, flat out work. Want to feel pulled together? All black. Nothing matches? Wear all black. In a mood? Black. Want to look classic? Black is your go-to. And I’m in love with these separates–whisper thin turtlenecks, perfectly cropped pants, classic bag and heels. Monday? Black has it handled.

Hope your week is off to a great start! XO RA

Details:
Top: Free People
Pants: JCrew
Bag: Chanel
Shoes: Coach, old, similar here

Part of why I fell in love with this dress were the sequins. Part the chiffon strips. Part the apron back. Part the lilac color. That it reminded me of the stunning Louis Vuitton sequin number at the Golden Globes. That it can be worn with heels or sandals. The reasons are endless–but the result is the same–this stunner made its way into my heart and is making a firm stance on my outfit rotation (dressed up and down, with a shirt over, with a jacket, and by itself in all its glory). I think a better question is why don’t I love this dress?

And the answer: no reason at all.

Hope your Friday has some sparkle to it! XO RA

Details:
Dress: Tibi
Shoes: Steve Madden

I told myself that I was going to reshoot this dress–and I will and will most likely share it again. However, I couldn’t resist sharing it now–you may have already seen it on my Instagram and on Recess’s Instagram–this is a vintage/Recess success story. This is Holly Sharp dress that I found on my most recent trip to Recess and I knew I had to have it–the shape, the cape, the everything. I was lucky and it fit like a dream–so we ran outside to photograph it–yes, this was completely spur of the moment–hence no make-up, hair, the homeless man and traffic. But when vintage is right–it’s right! This is part of why I love to shop vintage and part of why I love shopping at Recess!

Forgive me when you see this dress again–but let’s just agree perfection has no time limit!

XO RA

Fashion is part texture and fabric, part feeling and structure, and part shape and proportion. In a perfect world it’s about balance–emphasis this, hide that, even out everything. So a big structured piece doesn’t have to be intimidating–it simply needs a little proportion. This stunning Ungaro find has amazing 1940’s shoulders, so I balanced it with a wider leg pant. I still feel modern and fresh–and the result is balanced! I’ve also gone with a slim pant–which changes the proportion, but still looks great. With proportion, like anything, the question becomes: what do you like? What do you want to show off? What do you like to play with?

I’d love to know–how do you play with proportion?
XO RA
Details:
Top: Vintage Ungaro, found at Recess LA
Pants: Zara
Shoes: Gucci, old, similar here

Can we be honest? There are days when just getting out of the door is an accomplishment-extra points if you can manage to look at least semi-pulled together. The trick is to fill your closet with pieces like this bomber jacket that make anything look good–seriously, I’ve worn it with jeans, skirts, over a dress, alone with leggings after a workout, and over sweats to run out for coffee. It works.

And if all else fails, a big bun doesn’t hurt either.

Hope your Monday is a good one! XO RA

Details:
Jacket: Zara, also love this one
Shirt:Feel The Piece
Jeans: 7 for all Mankind
Shoes: New Balance

I feel like there are so many times when you’re looking at a fashion blog and getting great outfit ideas–but you don’t really get to see those outfits being worn in real life. So I decided to switch that with this post! All pics were taken at an evening out at the theater (and yes the other people in the courtyard thought I was a little crazy) but I wanted to show that the clothes that I love–I actually wear. And what’s not to love about this gorgeous, vintage Oscar de la Renta gown? It’s velvet and embroidered–and breath taking. I had the sleeves shortened just a bit for sizing (yes, it was so vintage my forearms were too big for it)–but it’s just perfect. And the theater? A perfect venue for it!

I hope you have a great weekend! XO RA

Details:
Vintage Oscar from ReVint in Fort Worth, TX–check them out! ReVint Boutique
Shoes: Steve Madden

 

There’s a part of me that’s so sad about the fact that the lack of winter weather means that we’re all missing out on my amazing winter clothes. But y’all. How can you be mad at weather so great that you can go to the beach? Especially when you can go in the most amazing vintage polka dot suit? Secret? I got this outfit on Etsy for $20. I love the pleats, the dots, the jacket–and that I can mix and match (I’ve worn the top with jeans and paired the skirt with a sweater and booties). I cannot tell you how badly you need to shop for vintage there–and when it’s modern feeling and has polka dots? Buy it! Wear it to the beach! Make it liven up your Monday!

Hope your week is off to a great start! XO RA

Details:
Suit: Etsy You can search “vintage suits, cream suits, or polka dots” and find something similar!
Shoes: old, similar here

In the South there is a great debate about when to wear white. And yes, it mainly involves white pants and shoes–but can you look at this outfit and tell me this white is not made for winter? I love the crispness the white vest brings–and this vintage fur is to die for! Paired with classic black–it’s the perfect combo for errands, drinks, dinner. As for when you can wear white? Loves, wear what makes you happy!

Wishing you an amazing Friday! XO RA

Details:
Jeans: < ahref="http://www.lanecrawford.com/product/j-brand/-natasha-sky-high-high-waist-skinny-jeans/_/AQE644/product.lc?gclid=CK-ihZjgw8oCFZGMaQodHDAJ4w"target="_Blank">JBrand
Top: Shopbop
Vest: Zara, old, similar and on sale here
Shoes: Elizabeth and James, old, similar here