Not all beach days have to involve swimsuits, towels and accessories. Sometimes all you need is a great dress and some sun. This rule also applies to brunch, shopping and happy hours. Wherever you find yourself this Friday I hope it is fabulous!
There’s something about opposites that I’m just drawn to–like this lady-like polished top with distressed denim. Add amazing kitten heels and a fun clutch–and this outfit can take on Monday!
There is simply no other item in my closet that’s as versatile than this Rodebjer “Art Dress”. It buttons down the front, back and sides–meaning that you can wear it almost any way you can imagine it! My favorites include open over jeans, twisted, as a shirt dress, over shorts and as a jacket–and in every variation it’s super comfy!
All over the runways are images from the 70s– but not the tacky, disco images. We are being treated to the best of the 70s– flare jeans, platforms, lux safari– and the better news is that most of this is flattering on every figure. I will say it again–the great thing about trends is you do what’s right for you, but let’s say there are a lot of great pieces to mix and match this year!
Outfits:
One: Vintage jumpsuit, Club Monaco bustier, Jeffrey Campbell platforms
Two: MIH flare jeans, Tibi tunic, Prada clogs
Three: Custom AA Vintage Caftan www.aavintedge.com , Kelsi Dagger Platforms
There is a myth, or ideal really, that most American women–especially those who love fashion adhere to; that being “French”, or effortless is something to aspire to being. That somehow to be able to throw on anything and have it look perfect,to have your hair fall perfectly everyday; that it is possible to not really try and that you will look perfect and things will work out. And here’s the thing–this is true sometimes. We all have days where our hair is somehow perfect, and no matter what we put on it looks great, our careers and relationships just seem to click and flow; and everything requires minimal effort. I do love effortless days–they make everything seem easy and doable.
On the other hand, the great Tom Ford has said “Dressing well is a form of good manners”. I’m not saying to dress well and being effortless are mutually exclusive–but as much as we strive for effortless, let’s be honest–we all experience the other side of the coin too. We all have days where we have to think about what we wear, try on many options–put effort into our clothes. We have days where we have to spend time on hair and make-up, maybe put in extra effort into our relationships and career because it is needed. Is this effort a bad thing? Hopefully it pays off– and let’s be honest , there are times when putting in the effort is fun, it feels good to try sometimes.
So are these the only two options–putting in effort or being effortless? Are there the types of people who have to try and those who don’t? I don’t have all the answers–I know, that bums me out too. I do think that all of us are both of these types though. I believe that we are all capable of effortless days–and all have days where effort is required. Here’s the big epiphany- I don’t think that one is better than the other. Days where everything from your t-shirt to hair to relationship and career just work are amazing and you should cherish them. Days where you have to think and try for your outfit, lipstick, conversations and meetings are also amazing and you should cherish them.
Maybe effort and effortless are two sides of the same coin; maybe we need one to appreciate the other. Maybe aspiring to effortless is something you should do; maybe trying, even trying too hard occasionally, is something you should do too. All I know is that both can feel good–and that both kinds of days can be good. So this is my wish for us all: great days this week–whether that means you have to put effort into your hair or not.
I spent some time in TX over the Easter holiday and was amazed to find spring – not too hot, not too cold, and even caught a Tx thunderstorm . It was heavenly! And made me super grateful I had packed this white trench- a fresh take on a classic!
There’s a reason why capes have been a mainstay for the past few seasons–they are endlessly chic and comfortable. I bought this one on ebay, it’s supposed to be a dress, but on me it’s a tunic. Pairing it with ripped jeans leads an easy vibe and together I feel all pulled together.
Whether you’re celebrating Easter, Passover, or another holiday hope you’re surrounded by love! And that your day rocks as much as this classic outfit of mine.
These 3.1 Phillip Lim pants are another closet staple! I love the way that they are a little avant-garde but are so comfortable. Again, they can be dressed up or down and look great with just a tshirt!