Outfit Post: White Lace Skater Dress

The Impeccable Pig lace white skater dress (still available online)

GiGi New York white bag (on sale!!)

ASOS pink bow heels (sold out but these are a similar pair)

J.Crew Factory necklace c/o Carolina Premium Outlets

Christian Paul watch c/o

Moon & Lola Nora bangle and Dalton charm

Kendra Scott Elton bangle c/o

similar Forever 21 pearl bracelet

Maybelline lip stain and OPI "Alpine Snow" nail polish

I thought this all white outfit was beyond perfect for the first day of #TBScon which also happened to be my birthday! I mean what girl doesn't want pretty bows on her feet for her birthday (even if it was my 30th!) 

I think one fantastic benefit of adding a LWD (little white dress) to your wardrobe is that you can totally translate it from season to season. During the summer, throw on your cutest pair of sandals and rock a tan (like here, a few seasons ago). But come fall, I reach for a chambray shirt (which can go over OR under like here) a great pair of ankle boots and and scarf. Good news for you? The one I'm wearing is from The Impeccable Pig and is still available! 

Also I can't get enough of all white errrrythang when it comes to accessories. A great GiGi bag, rose gold watch and a good nail polish are all I need. I think I like crisp and cleanness of the monochromatic palette. 

I'm really excited about some of collaborations coming up this fall and hot on the heels of my conference, I'm feeling excited and inspired! Stay tuned for some fun posts coming your way soon! 

Outfit Post: Summer LWD {Little White Dress}

 

Twelve Saturdays white lace dress (last seen here - sold out - similar here) c/o

 ILY Couture "Fan Fringe" ivory necklace

 Sole Society "Quinn" lace-up printed wedge (sold out - very similar here)

GiGi New York "All In One" clutch in fuchsia (updated magenta style here) c/o

Michael Kors "Bradshaw" rose gold watch (mini version here)

J.Crew classic pave chain link bracelet (very similar on major sale)

Vintage sunnies (similar budget find here)

 

TGIS - Thank Goodness It's Summer! I seriously love this time of the year. Any excuse to bust out a swingy white dress and wedges is fine by me. This dress has been a serious staple in my closet going from summer to fall with ease (Here's how I wore it last October) For a July night, I thought pops of pink were just the right amount of flair to add. Plus you guys went nuts over this instagram photo which further confirmed my accessory choices :)

 

Thanks to a giveaway from A Southern Soiree, the company that planned my wedding, Bill & I had a delicious date night a few weeks ago at Dean's Seafood Grill & Bar. 50 cent oysters on Wednesday? Yes, please! We went a little crazy.. okay.. a lot crazy. Just check out our spread...

 

 

2 dozen oysters, a few Basil Grape Vines & an order of muscles later, not only were our stomachs thankful for a night out, but so were we. Have you donned a little white dress this summer? If so, how did you wear it? Happy Monday! xo

 

Steal Her Look For Less: Diane Kruger in Dolce & Gabbana

Wowza!! Diane Kruger is a style Goddess. I love how she just absolutely nails every look she wears - even if it's a little quirky or different. The woman can pull off almost anything and it always looks effortless. [A well known secret about Diane - she doesn't even use a stylist!] She's also known for wearing a lot of pieces straight off the runway including this one! Diane attended the Westwood premiere of her new film Unknown wearing this gorgeous Dolce & Gabana white lace dress with embellishments and a pair of amazing Brian Atwood nude pumps. This outfit would be perfect for attending a girls night out or a fun date and can easily be recreated. The LWD was a major part of spring trends on the runway so you will be right on the style track with this choice. I am not sure the exact price on the Dolce & Gabana dress - it's from the Spring 2011 line - I am sure the price tag is pretty hefty. The pumps will set you back about $600. Lucky for you I have found some amazing choices at fabulous prices so you can recreate this look.

If you're worried about showing too much skin or don't feel as comfortable as Diane - don't worry! Choose a one shoulder look to keep you more covered up or try a cute cap sleeve. You will still look sexy and feel good too. If all you can find is a lace dress - feel free to add on the sparkle yourself! Try a cool rhinestone necklace to get her collar effect or an embellished skinny belt (H&M & Forever 21 are your best bet for inexpensive choices or make your own by grabbing this Express skinny belt, some fabric glue and a handful of rhinestones from the craft store - super easy!!) As for the pumps - try and pick a color that best suites your skin tone. Nude shoes are a perfect way to elongate your gams and make them even more fab than they already are. (Check out another one of Diane's LWD/Nude shoe combos here) Wear diamond studs and a simple bracelet or cocktail ring and out the door you go!

Happy weekend loves! xoxoxo

Day Dresses by BCBG MAX AZRIA
Pumps by Steve Madden

Image of Diane Kruger via Zimbio