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Black and White and Red All Over
Okay so here's the deal with Nail Madness 2010: I had to get that mess off my fingers. I'm sure you're shocked. Saturday is the usual day I treat myself to a mani/pedi (budget willing) and even though I really felt like sticking to the routine, all the events of last week prohibited me from being able to emotionally withstand another potentially angry exchange between the nail ladies. Not to mention I'm to the brim with unwanted bad nail color and aggravated mayhem.
On a side note have any of you seen Allstate's new ad campaign? I think they've been lurking on my blog because I have clearly sparked a trend with my new catch phrase.
I rest my case. You're welcome Allstate. Please have your people get in touch with my people (aka me) so we can arrange for an exchange of the moolah. Mother Mayhem needs shoes.
Meanwhile back in nailville the chipping, whacked out color and screaming match boiled down to me waking up on Saturday, whipping out the polish remover and cleaning up the fingertips mah-self. It was amazing how I suddenly felt like a whole new girl! Invigorated! So after the post-beach sandstorm we got fancied up and decided to grab a bite. A couple of weeks ago I ordered the most cool knit Trovata shorts on Gilt...examine the evidence.
On a side note have any of you seen Allstate's new ad campaign? I think they've been lurking on my blog because I have clearly sparked a trend with my new catch phrase.
I rest my case. You're welcome Allstate. Please have your people get in touch with my people (aka me) so we can arrange for an exchange of the moolah. Mother Mayhem needs shoes.
Meanwhile back in nailville the chipping, whacked out color and screaming match boiled down to me waking up on Saturday, whipping out the polish remover and cleaning up the fingertips mah-self. It was amazing how I suddenly felt like a whole new girl! Invigorated! So after the post-beach sandstorm we got fancied up and decided to grab a bite. A couple of weeks ago I ordered the most cool knit Trovata shorts on Gilt...examine the evidence.
Something about them is very 60's to me. They sit just a little higher than on the waist. Hel-loo fall transition.
And with the tucked in tank almost create the illusion of a romper.
The wooden buttons and the belt make my heart so happy! Little details change the entire feel of an outfit.
The Chef even commented that it was so "Jackie O" (one of my style icons).
I think it's the ruffled jacket. It makes the outfit very "East coast way back when we were at that party on the boat in summer".
Note that they were easy to sit in without fear of riding up...doing an odd maneuver? - maybe another story.
I wore them with my most favorite Manolo's. Thanks Chef :)
And a Kate Spade I got several years ago. It was my first "fancy" bag.
I don't know. I just really like this outfit. Wearing it makes me very feel grown-up and feminine.
p.s. these pictures were taken right by the nail place!!...what's up with the knot in my stomach?
Did any of you manage to grab a Trovata treasure or two? They have an appointment only location in Newport by the Chef's parents. I always peer into the window longingly at their great stuff, and totally regret not buying a long navy and white floral shirt dress that was on serious sale. Sigh - you can't have everything Carrie.
Outfit details: Tom Ford Bianca Sunnies, J.Crew Ruffled Jacket (last summer), Gap Favorite Cami, Trovata Knit Short, Manolo Blahnik Shoes, Kate Spade Handbag, Seventh Door Bracelet, Dyrberg/Kern Rings
Convertibles
Have you heard the term convertible used to describe clothing or handbags? If not, it's basically when you can wear one piece multiple ways - hence, converting it into multiple looks - convertible! One of my favorite new items is a convertible by Brandy & Melville. I'm not sure they actually intended for it to be one - but it totally is and I love it. So here are the 3 separate pieces it represents:
The Dress
The Tunic
American Apparel has this super cute convertible dress that can be worn seven different ways, Free People has the awesome ruffle skirt that can also be worn as a dress, and check out the Bolu leather backpack that doubles as a messenger bag - it is beautiful! I'm all over anything that can be worn multiple ways because it makes it much easier on the pocketbook. And if I really like a particular piece I want to wear it a lot but not be redundant, so a variety of look options is very helpful in that sense too!
How about you - any convertible wearers or lovers out there? I'd love to get some more ideas!
Dress Outfit Details: Gap Cami, James Perse Ribbed Dress, Brandy & Melville Dress, Mike & Chris Booties, Alexander Wang Bag, Tom Ford Sunglasses, Melinda Maria Jewelry.
Tunic Outfit Details: Gap Cami, Brandy & Melville Tunic, Aritzia Leggings, Joie Military Boots, Alexander Wang Bag, Tom Ford Sunglasses, Melinda Maria Jewelry.
Top Outfit Details: Gap Cami, Brandy & Melville Top, J.Crew Matchstick Denim, Manolo Blahnik Zip Booties, Rebecca Minkoff Studded Rocker, Tom Ford Sunglasses, Dean Davidson Necklace.
The Dress
Cute or what? Check out the slouchy side - love it! First I put on the standard cami, then a ribbed tank dress to make sure there was no see-through action, and finally threw the slouchy dress (convertible) over top. Entirely simple outfit that you could easily wear with flip flops for an afternoon beachy vibe or a bit more sassed with a bootie or heel (as seen here) for an early dinner. It was completely freezing this day, but someday it will warm up and this item will be worn as a dress.
The Tunic
I think this one's my fave look. No check that. It is my fave look. I love tunics. They're great with jeans, leggings, shorts or skirts. They're fun and flexible. Yes. this one is it.
Check it up close. You can pull it up just a little at the bottom so it loses the dress feel, but still covers the butt so it's great with leggings. I don't know about you, but I'm not a fan of the uncovered legging'd butt if there aren't any pockets on the leggings. I just feel uncomfortable, but that might just be my preference.
And, this particular look is excellent with the military boots. If fall-like weather is going to persist, I have no choice, but to haul out the fall attire. At least the fall foot attire. Hopefully summer will reappear soon :)
The Top
Okay. Examine it. First, I must say a wicked breeze had picked up and was blowing straight into me. All I was thinking was 'get to car and turn on heat stat!'. Otherwise the top version is far more blousy in front and not so, shall we say, sucked into the body.
Much more like this, if you can get a better view from the side.
Or maybe this? For the win! Whatever the case, I really do enjoy wearing this as a top as well. It's great with skinny denim and a heel.
In this instance all I had to do was throw a little jacket on and we were off to dinner!
American Apparel has this super cute convertible dress that can be worn seven different ways, Free People has the awesome ruffle skirt that can also be worn as a dress, and check out the Bolu leather backpack that doubles as a messenger bag - it is beautiful! I'm all over anything that can be worn multiple ways because it makes it much easier on the pocketbook. And if I really like a particular piece I want to wear it a lot but not be redundant, so a variety of look options is very helpful in that sense too!
How about you - any convertible wearers or lovers out there? I'd love to get some more ideas!
Dress Outfit Details: Gap Cami, James Perse Ribbed Dress, Brandy & Melville Dress, Mike & Chris Booties, Alexander Wang Bag, Tom Ford Sunglasses, Melinda Maria Jewelry.
Tunic Outfit Details: Gap Cami, Brandy & Melville Tunic, Aritzia Leggings, Joie Military Boots, Alexander Wang Bag, Tom Ford Sunglasses, Melinda Maria Jewelry.
Top Outfit Details: Gap Cami, Brandy & Melville Top, J.Crew Matchstick Denim, Manolo Blahnik Zip Booties, Rebecca Minkoff Studded Rocker, Tom Ford Sunglasses, Dean Davidson Necklace.
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