Outfit Post: Purple Kaleidoscope

*photos by my friends Amanda & Haley*

The Impeccable Pig "Collide" Dress (available online!)

Sole Society "Sable" Buckle Sandals in Lilac c/o (soooo comfy!)

Jennifer Zeuner Cursive Nameplate Necklace

BCBGeneration #MYO Affirmation Bracelets c/o Belk || Sole Society "Kendel" Sunglasses in Pink c/o (and on sale!)

You guys.. I have a confession to make. I... love color! I mean why not dress in bright and bold shades? It seems to make everything that much more exciting. 

This dress is no exception - isn't the print just so much fun? When I spotted it while shopping during last month's event I knew I just HAD to have it.  I could have totally gone the nude shoe route - but my Sole Society sandals just worked too perfectly. Normally I'm not a matchy-matchy gal but lately I've been into the monochromatic look so this totally works!

I'm pretty sure the gals got sick of hearing my rave about Sole Society while on our NOLA trip - but they really do make amazing pieces. Of course they're comfy but my favorite part is that they're so affordable! Shop a few of my favorites summer SS picks below.

I'm off to the beach for a pre-birthday celebration - I tend to celebrate my birthday throughout the month of August and since my special day is the 5th it certainly is a long month for my husband! ;) Happy Thursday everyone!! xo

Outfit Post: All Black Errrythang

 

Skirt: H&M (last seen here)

Top: Target (old - very similar style here on sale!)

Shoes: Zara

Bracelet: Banana Republic (old - awesome and affordable option here)

Earrings: Jewelmint "Versaille"

Clutch: Vintage

Lips: Revlon  Matte "Stormy Pink"

 

Forgive the title, apparently I think I'm a rapper..... and a comedian :) After researching and writing this post about Chevy inspiration, I've had monochromatic schemes on my brain. In particular, I've been obsessing over an all grey ensemble, but I wanted to work with what I already had. (i.e. I have no grey and need some pronto!!)

 

I never thought to pair this tank with the skirt for a black-on-black look, but I actually think they look great together. Black is slimming so double score! I added on some silver-toned bling to match the studded detail on the skirt. Plus, I think the sparkles brighten up the whole look.

 

When trying a monochromatic look, stick to colors you're already comfortable with. Since you'll be rocking a lot of it at once, you better like it! My favorite outfits are the bolder ones, like an electric blue tailored suit, but chances are you can go white or black with what's already in your closet. Start there and then if you find yourself falling for the one-color wonder, invest in some brighter colors.

 

P.S. my summer love for metallic nails is totally carrying over into fall...