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Old Shirt, New Ways

On every list of “basics to own” (or whatever they call it) a white button down comes at the top. There’s a reason: it goes with everything, it’s classic, and it can elevate any outfit. However, there comes a time when just wearing a classic button down isn’t what you want to do. The solution? Spice it up. Take your old shirt and wear it in a new way. It brings a freshness to whatever you’re wearing, and involves no shopping at all.

Try it Backwards

Super simple–just put your shirt on backwards–I love to leave it unbuttoned and tied at the waist, but button and tucked in also works. The result? Very fashion forward and yet not too wild. Great with jeans and skirts!

Wrap It

This does take a bit of work–I safety pined both buttons and holes down, then pinned the shirt where I wanted it to meet.

The result? What feels like a whole new shirt and it’s just a tad bit elevated. Again–amazing with jeans and skirts.

So how do you wear your white button down? Any tips?

Happy Thursday! XO RA

Details:
Button Down: Target
Jeans: DL1961
Shoes: Chanel, old

#newfavorite

I know, I know–I say something is my new favorite all the time, but this dress. Y’all this dress. I’m in love. It makes me feel like a princess, it reminds me of the ocean, it’s simple and complicated–and it’s made of denim. (yes, those rows of ombre all denim with a sheer neck). It’s perfect. A friend asked where I was planning on wearing it–a more appropriate question is where won’t I wear it? Ask me to dinner and hang out–there’s a really great chance I will wear this and feel like a million bucks.

Hope your Wednesday is magical! XO RA

Details:
Dress: Coming soon to Moda Operandi link here
Shoes: Steve Madden

Striped

I’m a fan of anything that can span seasons–and this sweet sweater dress fits the bill. I love the classic stripes, the material is just thin enough for spring, yet has some heft, and the sheer sleeves and hem make it flirty. A win all around–even if I do say so myself!

Happy February Loves! XO RA

Details:
Dress: Ann Taylor
Bag: Vintage
Shoes: Schultz, old, similar here

#denimdress

While this denim dress is from Reformation’s S/S collection, I think it’s proof that a great hat, turtleneck and boots can make almost anything winter wear!

Happy Friday Loves! XO RA

Details:
Dress: Reformation, old, similar here
Turtleneck: Target
Boots: Stuart Weitzman
Hat: BCBG

#VintageValentino

It’s no secret that I love vintage, and you’ve probably caught on that I love Valentino–so when I find a treasure like this vintage Valentino skirt set–it’s like heaven. A bit “Dynasty” but simple and comfortable–I love that it pairs well together but has also given me endless options separately. (including when I just threw the skirt on over a leotard when a friend popped by unexpectedly, and I’ve worn the sweater on repeat with jeans). It manages to feel both fresh and new!

Happy Wednesday Loves! XO RA

Details:
Vintage Valentino Skirt Set
Shoes: Zara, old

Packing Tips

Friends, I have something to confess: I am not a good packer. The ladies and lads who can pack for a month in a carry-on and still seem to have everything they need? Not me. I’m more the type to feel as if I need a fresh pair of pants for every day I’m away, not to mention the “just in case” outfits I pack for the things I imagine (to be fair, I could randomly be invited to a red carpet event). This from the lady who is perfectly comfortable wearing the same pjs for a week at home. However, this starts a month full of travel for me, and I am desperate to change my ways–as well as finally master the art of packing. So I went to masters (my well-packed and traveled friends) as well as the internet to get as many tips as I could! The best packing tips I have found are as follows:

Roll your clothes, don’t fold them. This makes more space in your suitcase
Limit yourself to one color palette. Out of this choose a pant, a jean, a dress, a flat and a heel. Build tops (the rule is 3 per bottom) around this.
If needed take one neutral coat
No more than three pairs of shoes (how with workouts I am going to do this is beyond me)
You need only one pair of pjs per week you’re away
When planning make a list of things you’re doing and what you’d like to wear to each activity. Then see what you can double up–wearing the same jeans (no one will know) or using yoga pants for sight seeing.
If you have to add color or a pop to your outfits chose accessories–scarves, jewelry are easier to pack and take up less room.

I plan on incorporating as many of these tips as I can! I’d love to know–are you a light packer? What are your tips? I will keep you updated on my progress!

Happy Tuesday! XO RA

Winter Lace

Winter is no time to put away your lace–in fact there’s something unexpected about a lace top in the middle of the cold! My tips for winter lace–keep it long sleeved, make sure it’s paired with something a little on the warmer side (love these pants but jeans or a skirt work well too!) and don’t forget your coat!
Hope that if you’re on the East Coast you survived Jonas (and know I’m irrationally slightly jealous! This beach gal has never seen that much snow!)

Happy Monday! XO RA

Details:
Top: For Love and Lemons
Pants: Zara
Shoes: Jerome C Rousseau, old, similar here
Hair Clip: MadeWell

Coat Days

It’s taken its time, but winter is finally here! No matter your opinion on the cold, the great questions can be: how to look chic while staying warm? The trick? A statement coat. When your coat is a showstopper, you can build a look around it-keeping warm and looking amazing. Win. Win. My fave pairing is a coat worn as a dress over jeans–but there are so many ways to make your coat the show-stopper. What matters is that you find a coat that you love, and wear it!

Stay warm out there lovers! XO RA

Details:
Coat: HM, old, similar here
Jeans: 3×1
Shoes:Manolo Blahnik

70s Vibe

Internet Loves, I have a confession to make–I have fallen head over heels for the Gucci S/S campaign (and fashion). If you’re following me on Pintrest you’ve caught on–it’s all I can seem to pin!From the skateboarding to the mix of prints to the 70s vibe to the slight “granny chic” (for lack of better term)–I want it all. Gucci has mastered making that late 60s/ 70s vibe effortlessly cool–the big glasses, the platforms, the big bows–so when I found this vintage dress while shopping on Etsy, I simply couldn’t resist. It’s everything I love about the Gucci campaign–the bow, the print, the mix of textures, the 70s vibe that somehow doesn’t feel dated. Now I just have to learn to skateboard!

Hope your Tuesday is cool! XO RA

Details:
Dress: vintage
Shoes: Jeffery Campbell, old, similar here
See the Gucci campaign here and shop it here
Of course all the things I pin are on Pintrest–you can follow me @racheladelicia!

Black Out

As the saying goes: “I’ll stop wearing black when they make a darker color”. Now, I’m a fan of color–but when I need to feel chic and pulled together (no matter what) black can’t be beat. I love the button detail of the jeans–love the neck scarf–and this shoes are some of my favorite (a little bit of ballerina, a little bit of rock and roll), they also add that hint of color. All of the pieces look great apart too–so everyone wins!

Happy Friday! XO RA

Details:
Jeans: Mother
Sweater: Gap
Shoes:Jimmy Choo