Winter Wedding Style Guide - Part 3: jewel tones

The first thing to remember about weddings is that it is a joyous occasion.  It is the time to celebrate, and consequently your attire should follow suit.  Pull out the vibrant, jewel toned sheath dress you have been dying to wear, or take those impossibly high heels on a spin.  The colorless nature of winter will make it a perfect backdrop for saturated hues of gold, purple, blue and crimson.

Keep it simple and elegant; do less.  

If you haven't checked out our collaboration with Virginia Bride Magazine, you can do so HERE.

I am wearing an Urban Outfitters dress (old), Forever 21 clutch (similar in blue), DSW heels (similar), Forever 21 earrings (similar) and MAC lipstick in Diva

XO, In

Winter Wedding Style Guide - Part 2: into the blue

When I think of winter weddings I picture guests clothed in deep rich colors, draped in elegant jewels, and wrapped up in fur shawls and coats. Unfortunately I do not own elegant jewels or a fur shawl, however I do happen to have this classic and timeless cobalt blue dress from Cache. 

I think it is incredibly important to remember that while at a wedding one must always dress appropriately, but that does not mean wear a bag dress. That is why this dress is almost too perfect for this type of occasion. It is long enough to be modest, yet still figure hugging enough to show off what ya got. Also remember that with a classic look like this keep the accessories neutral. The bright shade of this dress should remain the focus of the look, while keeping shoes, jewels, and clutches monotone.

I am wearing a Cache dress, South Moon Under clutch (similar), Zara heels (similar)

XO, Rachel

the joys of repurposing

An unexpected side effect of the constant changing of trends is the ability to repurpose previously worn clothing.  Currently, 90's decade repurposing is everywhere: from overalls and shirts tied around waists to high waisted, acid-wash denim.  Repurposing is about revamping the outdated and incorporating the unexplored.  This dress follows suit (yes, it's a dress).  I had worn this dress a year ago for a formal sorority function with lace-up leopard print sandals and a bold red lip.  These ZARA booties, however, provide an additional edge, while the playful pink color palette and cozy sweater dilutes the fanciness that a feathered number is inevitably tied to.

We are also excited to announce a new three part multi-series in collaboration with Virginia Bride magazine!  I know many of you have wondered what is deemed appropriate to wear to a wedding, trust me I have.  Stay tuned for our three-part winter wedding guide styled by yours truly, Rachel and Kendal!

I am wearing a Forever 21 cropped sweater (similar), ASOS feathered dress (skirt option), ZARA ankle boots (similar), MAC lipstick in Heroine

XO, In

70's inspired

Recently I have become really inspired by pieces with a more boho and relaxed feel to them. One of my best friends, Kyley, has an extensive wardrobe full of tons of boho chic shirts, dresses, and flares. She has inspired me to step outside my normal look and try something different. 

I was fortunate enough to snag these Citizens of Humanity flares at Neiman Marcus Last Call for a very reasonable price. The length could stand to be a little bit shorter but I kind of like the way the pants graze the ground. To top off my look I paired the jeans with a simple sweater and an amazing velvet head turban, which honestly I never thought I could pull off until In put it on my head (You can pull it off too!).

I am wearing a Gold Saturn turband, H&M sweater (similar), Citizens of Humanity jeans 

XO, Rachel