Elements of Style Blog

I love me some crisp white outfits complimented by gold and maybe a dash of black in the summertime.  I just bought this sweater last weekend and am obsessed- the drape and fit is perfection (as is most DVF clothing) and the Vneck is perfect for wearing without a tank underneath!  So I wanted to create an outfit with it for a sexy but slightly casual night out (or dinner on a yacht if that’s your jam) paired with a similar color schemed outfit for daytime.  I also tried on this dress and it’s so comfy and perfect for popping over this amazing bikini.

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I’m quite loving bright yellow/ chartreuse this summer and found two great dress options that not only are budget friendly but illustrate the maxi vs. mini style options. I am particularly loving this pleated maxi (which comes in LOTS of colors- I myself might get the green, of course). Plus it’s on sale for under $100!  When dressing in a color as bright as this you can either tone it down by pairing it with a neutral like denim or embrace it and go all out like the bottom look.

LONG: jean jacket // necklace (also on sale and I am GETTING IT) // bag // wedges  (also in my cart) // dress

SHORT: dress (only $69!) // necklace // heels // clutch // Nars Schiap lipstick

I was out shopping last weekend and came to the conclusion that if you put something striped before me, I will buy it. It’s a scientific fact, as consistent and true as the law of gravity. It’s just such love affair for me-in interiors as well as clothing. Give me jeans and  a striped shirt and I will feel good or a striped rug and I can build a room around it.  I may need a bit of a 12 step program for my addiction though- every time I come back from a shopping trip bags in hand Andrew’s all “Let me guess- a striped shirt.” And 99% of the time he’s right.I feel like this hold true for most women! Am I right???

This is kind of what it looks like when friends and I go shopping.

All I need. Plus some jeans.

Parfait.

Current stripey faves:

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