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Sunday Brunch
Photo Credit: Brian Rock
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PIPERLIME COLLECTION Washed Silk Blouse | WHITE HOUSE BLACK MARKET Saint Honore Slim Ankle Jean | SOLE SOCIETY Wynn Heels | TORY BURCH Robinson Mini Cross Body Bag | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings in Tiger’s Eye | GORJANA Zion Necklace, Mika Necklace | RAY BAN Original Aviator Sunglasses | ESSIE | STILA Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Fiery
One of my favorite weekend activites is brunch with my girlfriends! Champagne, gossip, good food – what’s not to love! My girlfriends and I like to hit up different spots all around the Houston area, always looking to try something new. For brunch with my girls, I try to keep my look simple, casual and chic. This blouse was on my must buy list when I hit the Cyber Monday sales this year. I love the effortless look a silk blouse has when paired with skinny jeans. You know I love loose and flowing tops! This one gives me that feel, while still having a little structure. I also love the cream color because it can be paired with so many things! For work, I can wear this blouse under cardigans and sweaters, or even under a sleeveless dress. I definitely need more silk blouses! Fun fact about my clutch, it is actually a crossbody. You have seen me wear it before here. The strap is removable and converts into a nice little clutch. I also have to mention these shoes! I love the cutouts on them! I debated over these shoes for months! I had fallen in love with a picture of them online and was not sure if I would like the look of the cutouts once I put the shoe on. I took the plunge and purchased the nude color (these also come in black) and have been in love! I really like how they look with a cuffed jean, adding a little glamour to an otherwise casual look. I also like how they sort of look like a bootie, but when you take a second look you realize oh wait those are heels! I’m looking forward to pairing these with some fun dresses this spring. I am ready for brunch, bring me a mimosa!! I am also sooo ready for this nice long three day weekend! AND the sun finally came out in Houston yesterday, so it is definitely going to be the perfect brunch weather! Have a fabulous weekend!
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Camel and Black
Photo Credit : Brian Rock
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GAP Sweater, Old [SIMILAR | SIMILAR] | CHICWISH Faux Suede Cutout A-Line Midi Skirt SOLD OUT, [SIMILAR | SIMILAR] | WHITE MOUNTAIN Carmella Boots, Old [SIMILAR] | SPANX Leggings | GIGI NY All In One Bag | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR] | GORJANA Chloe Large Studs, Mika Necklace [ALSO HERE] | ESSIE Bahama Mama | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’
I love a good cowl neck sweater. You can mix it up and wear it several ways. On colder days, you can tighten up the cowl neck portion to create a more turtleneck look, or open it up and show off a beautiful necklace. Lately, I have been gravitating toward feminine detailing. The scalloped edges and cutout design on this skirt are so beautiful. These two pieces go together perfectly! Plus, camel and black are one of the hottest color combinations right now! It is gorgeous and fun pieces like these that make me think maybe winter isn’t so bad after all!
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Perfect Shade of Blue
Photo Credit: Brian Rock
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TINLEY ROAD Crew Neck A-Line Dress, sold out [SIMILAR | SIMILAR | SIMILAR] | STEVE MADDEN Nala Platform Pumps | DANIELLE NICOLE Adeline Laser Cutout Clutch [LOVE THIS!] | BAUBLEBAR Iced Lariat Pendant, Crystal Mason Ring | KENDRA SCOTT Elisa Pendant Necklace, Arden Bracelet | STELLA & DOT Renegade Cluster Bracelet | ESSIE Bahama Mama | STILA Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Fiery
I love shift dresses!! I love the loose fit, the comfort, the ease, and the potential to belt for a whole new look. The right shift dress can be so extremely versatile! The one I am wearing today was a Cyber Monday steal from Piperlime (and unfortunately now sold out), but no worries I linked some similar dresses that I are just as great. The cobalt blue color of the dress only enhances its versatility. It really is the perfect shade of blue. I think this shade of blue is great for so many different events, like weddings, showers, work, happy hour events, theater events, I could go on and on. Not only is this a great shade of blue for an array of events, but the accessory options are just as endless. A shift dress is great for pulling out the super long necklaces, but the crew neck of this dress will also go great with a showstopping statement necklace. You could go with something bright like yellow or coral, or a darker shade like a black or maroon statement necklace, and they would standout perfectly against this color. I have also worn my trio of gold necklaces with this dress for a fashion event. Then there are the shoes, again the color options are endless. I love pairing this shade of blue with a red or dark pink. For all my petite friends out there, a nude shoe is a great way to create an illusion of length for your legs. Nude shoes are my secret weapon when I forget to hem a dress and the length is just a tad longer than it should be for my height. While this shade of blue is bright and bold and can stand alone all by itself, this color also works great as a neutral to allow other pieces to standout as well.
On a different note, I am so excited about my new ABOUT page. When I first started my blog, I wrote one that I liked, but I can’t lie I was not in love with it. BUT over the weekend, I felt super inspired and finally sat down and wrote a new one. I am so in love with it, and feel it truly expresses me, my love for personal style and fashion, and my inspiration behind Lady in Violet. I had to take a moment to give it a mention because I am so proud of it. You will have to check it out if you get a chance. Have a great Monday and a fabulous week!
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Fun, Flirty, and Office Friendly
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PIPERLIME COLLECTION Washed Silk Blouse | CHICWISH Full A-Line Midi Skirt in Violet | ENZO ANGIOLINI Finton Pumps | ELAINE TURNER Bella Black Suede with Gold Quilting | GORJANA Mika Pendant Necklace, Chloe Large Stud Earrings | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR] | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’ | ESSIE Sole Mate
Shift dresses are probably my favorite thing to wear to work, but coming in a close second are skirts! With skirts, you can change up your top, jewelry or shoes to create a plethora of outfits. I am so in love with the a-line midi skirt trend. These skirts are fun, flirty, and office friendly. I love the color of this skirt, it reminds me a little of this year’s pantone color of the year, Marsala. The color is perfect to transition across multiple seasons, which means I can get more wears from it! For today, I paired with a cream silk button down to wear to the office. I think this skirt is going to pair perfectly this summer with a black or white v-neck t-shirt, maybe a fun statement necklace. I have also been toying with the idea of trying out the crop top trend, and this skirt would go great with a long sleeve black crop top! So many fun ideas, can you tell I have a few Christmas gift cards burning a hole in my pocket? Thanks so much for stopping by today, have a fabulous weekend!
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