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Coat Dress

There are dresses made to look like coats. Then there are coats that we can wear as dresses. So why not? It’s not quite chilly enough for a jacket, but this weekend there were brief moments that felt like fall! So the perfect solution-a light coat, worn all by itself as a dress! (This coat does have closures down far enough to work, however I did pin the neckline) I love this coat–the soft grey color, the elegance of it. And I love the juxatipositon of that with sneakers. Yes, this coat would be great over a dress, or as a dress with heels, but it’s great with sneakers and flats too! It’s the perfect toe-dip into fall.

I’d love to know: Do you have dresses that could work as dresses? Do you?

Happy Monday!
XO RA

Details:
Coat: Keepsake If you don’t know Keepsake, they’re a great Australian label, they ship here and you can also shop the label at Shopbop, Revolve, and Nordstrom
Shoes: Addias

Waiting on Fall

It’s official, it’s fall. The only we’re left to do? Wait on fall- weather that is. It’s still hot, but I can’t help but think of cooler weather: sweaters, boots, coats. I’m looking forward to velvets, jewel tones, mohair, and stunning boots. And while I’m waiting on fall? I’m loving tempting it-trenches over swimsuits, tulle socks with my shoes. It feels just fall enough, but I don’t melt! And yes, I’m aware this is not a look you could recreate for work. However, you can recreate the feel. A trench over a romper or a sundress. Wearing your swimsuit as a bodysuit. And these tulle socks? Always an option!

Happy Friday! Xo RA

Details:
Trench: Zara
Swimsuit: vintage from AAVintedge
Shoes: Stuart Weitzman
Socks: Pan&theDream
Scarf: Zara, old, similar here
Bag: Mansur Gavriel

New/Old

There are so many things about my job I love; and one of the things I love most is getting to know new people, and finding great clothes! This is the story of how I did both! This gorgeous dress is vintage from Isreal, and I had the pleasure of finding it through a new friend – Miriti. She and I began following each other on Instagram and I got the chance to meet her, and shop her amazing collection! (Stay tuned for more info on her!)I fell in love with this number, I love the contrast of the high neck and v-neck. It’s completely innocent and completely sexy all at the same time! It’s the perfect juxatipositon, and I can’t wait to find more like this!

Xo RA

Details:
Shop Miriti on Instagram @m_i_r_i_t_i
Shoes: Miu Miu, old, you can find these on eBay and Tradesy and sites like that! Search “Miu Miu wedge sandal”

#red

They say with the right one you won’t need much- they may be talking about love, but I think it applies to clothes too. Yes, each look is different – and some need the hair, makeup, accessories to make the look. But sometimes, the clothes are so perfect for you, nothing is needed. No makeup. No hair. Even barefoot and in glasses it just works. Case in point? This head turner. It just fit- and didn’t need a lot. And loves, let’s not weigh ourselves down with things we don’t need (apply that to what you will!)

Hope Monday doesn’t feel like one! Xo RA

Details:

I actually didn’t buy this one from RecessLa<\a> and that may haunt me. Make sure you check them out- in LA or shop their Insta @recessla

Know when to Leave

Loves, I love big parties, and big dresses–but I also love knowing when to leave and the unexpected. This look was inspired by an Instgram pic I saw with a sheer dress worn over jeans and a corset. And I loved it, the feel of it. So when I found a vintage prom dress, I knew I could recreate that feeling. (I simply cut the lining out of the skirt to get sheer on the bottom and keep the corset on top).It’s just edgy enough and just sweet enough, the juxtaposition is divine. And this iconic background? I could run through these lights all day–the dress just makes it more fun!

And yes, I know you may not have a prom dress to wear over jeans but doesn’t this beg the question: what could you look at differently? Even to formal events, you don’t have to wear something expected. Let’s have fun with our fashion–it is Friday after all!

XO RA

Details:
Dress: From PolkaDots and Moonbeams
Jeans: Mother
Shoes: Gucci, old, similar here

Dolce

Dolce & Gabbana’s recent collections have left me yearning for the Amalfi coast, an Italian feast, and boats (because why not). And this dress–it makes me feel the same way! I love that it’s not a true knock off, but very inspired by (I got it at Beehive) yet feels fresh and complete on its own. The shape is classic, I love the sheer that doesn’t seem sheer because of the vivid print. In fact this dress almost changes color in light–and that makes it magical. It’s great with a slip underneath, you could be daring and wear a body suit, and I even wore it once as a bathing suit cover up to a pool cocktail party (and yes, that’s a thing we should do more of). I also love that I can transition it into fall by adding boots!

Again, I host a pop-up at the Beehive in Fort Worth tomorrow and there will be plenty of finds like this one there! Hope to see you!

XO RA

Details:
Dress: BeeHive
Shoes: Nina Ricci, old, similar here

Reem Acra

When I was watching the “Lemonade” film, I made a comment to a friend that every time I see a Beyoncé video, I have the urge to wear a leotard everywhere. And when you put things into the universe, it can be amazing how quickly they come to you. The very next week this gorgeous Reem Acra jumpsuit came into my life–and I love it. I love the sleeves, the sheer sexiness (you could wear any bra or tank top under), the fact that it manages to be sweet and have an edge. I’ve worn this so many ways: with a long silk skirt for elegance, with jeans and flats at a concert, and like here-with pants and with more of an edge. Any way: I feel special when I wear it and it works. (Side note: when I wear things and don’t take an #ootd pic or pic in general I have this moment of feeling guilty, and then I’m torn between the fact that we’re supposed to be out living our lives–so the balance I will try to give you more glimpses of what I wear, and you’ll forgive me when I have such a good time that I forget!) Its ability to be dressed up or down, and change it’s personality may be my fave part of this Reem Acra–because isn’t it great to have something that fits whatever you want to be that day?

XO RA

Details:
Top: Vintage Reem Acra bought at Garment Modern
Pants: Zara, old, similar here
Shoes: Stuart Weitzman

Dress

There’s something about a dress–or should I say the right dress. It can change your mood, stop a room, and I personally don’t think it’s going too far to say it can change your life. And in my vast experience, you know the dress when you put it on. Yes, there may be things you like, you need, but when you put on a special dress you know it. Now here’s where I deviate from most opinions–I don’t think dresses, special or not, need occasions (special or not). I tried on this vintage gem at The Kit Vintage and knew; the way it moved, the way it fit, the way it made me feel. And Robyn, the owner, knew it too! (That’s the magic of a great dress) She asked what occasion I could wear it to; and I just smiled and said “Oh, I would wear this to dinner”. Because loves, anything that makes you feel great, that brings you joy doesn’t need an event or an occasion. I’m a big fan of us letting ourselves be joyful–and if that means people look at your great dress, then let them look!

XO RA

Details:
Dress: Vintage, find one at The Kit Vintage
Shoes: LK Bennett, old, similar here
Shoes: Jcrew, old, similar here

White No More

For some, today is a hard line in the sand sort of day. They out up their white, their linen, their summer and turn their attention to fall clothes. Some ignore this fashion rule of the past, proudly wearing their white, their linen, their summer clothes until it no longer feels like summer. My mother is in the first group. I,however, fall somewhere in between the two.

I love fall–and sweaters and boots and coats. I agree that in sub 60 degree weather linen won’t do you much good. And that, while white has a place, mid-November is not the time for a summer-like outfit. But loves, the high today is 90. Septemeber is often the hottest month in LA. And this hard line in the sand can seem a little like self punishment. So, I have a compromise! What if, instead of a hard line, Labor Day was the beginning of our transition? What if we wore white and linen and summer-like clothes while it still feels like summer, but we slowly added long sleeves, sweaters and boots? What if September was the time to cross to fall, and what if we let that season change happen, rather than force it on ourselves?

So, this is my promise to you. Yes, there will still be some summer outfits. But here, we will slowly transition into fall, and you’ll find just as many cool-weather like options. We won’t force anything down your throat, there will be no hard lines, we will all just support each other as we wear things we love that are weather appropriate. Deal? Deal.

Hope your Labor Day was Labor-less and that today is not one of recovery. And if you’re still wearing white, we salute you!

XO RA

Details:
Shoes: A Detacher
Top and Pants from Garment Modern

Pink YSL

Loves, I may have an obsession with Pink YSL pieces. But is it problem if I don’t plan on doing anything about it? This jacket is just perfect–I love the cut outs, the bow, the buckle. It’s unlike anything I’ve ever seen, so when I saw it at one of my faves, Recess LA, I had to have it. It’s a versatile piece, could be worn with dresses, skirts, slacks; but I love that it went just as well with my $8 Target Tank Top and jeans. That’s what I call a great investment!

Happy Long Weekend! XO RA

Details:
Jacket: Found at RecessLA Protip-for their best online shopping make sure you’re following their Instagram!
Jeans: Mother
Shoes: Stuart Weitzman
Tank: Target