A Little Vintage - A Lot of Fun

 

Sometimes you just have to step outside of your style box for a piece that makes you feel fun! This dress is that for me.  I typically wear fitted, structured pieces that are never above the knee. Pieces that are classic, simple and safe.  But the older I get I'm jumping in when a garment sparks a little joy for me, because life is too short to wear boring clothes! 

Now, I'm not going to compromise quality or modesty but branching out for a look with uniqueness adds a whole lot of style. I've been loving designer Hunter Bell for a couple years now.  Her designs are feminine with exaggerated details making them a perfect mix of pretty and pizzazz!

I encourage you to go for it when you find a piece that's pretty and unlike anything you typically wear. And most importantly, wear it with confidence!

This dress has vintage elements in the patchwork print and eyelet lace trim, modern elements in the puff sleeves and mini length and comfortable versatility in a roomy silhouette.

I also like to shop small businesses & boutiques. Clair de Lune has quickly become a favorite and most frequently shopped.  It's a shop located here in NC that carries a variety of pretty things including designer pieces.  Since they're several hours away from me I follow & shop them online but I can't wait to make a visit in person one day. 

Dress it up with heels and/or warm it up with boots and layers (a fur vest is next on my outfit list). 

Come next year I'll wear it with a pair of sandals.

Dress & Here & Here | Boots & Here & Here | Sunglasses | Earrings |

Dress Beautifully in a Fun Little Mini

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Winter Florals

 

Botanical blooms in muted darker colors are sophisticated and add a refreshing pretty look in the colder months. There are plenty of lively plants that thrive in the winter time adding rays of beauty and hope to the often drab and bitter days. 

This skirt has so many pretty colors in it that are soft yet they pack an unexpected punch with peaches and dark blues. In a crisp cotton poplin (my most favorite fabric)  it is an all year piece. Paired with sweaters and boots or sandals and tanks come Summer, it's a season-less comfortable feminine piece. 

Versatility is so important when deciding to add a garment to your wardrobe.  Prints with several colors are always a plus allowing for options in color pairings. I plan to add a blue blouse to this skirt for church, an ivory top for a monochromatic look, a silk cami for a night out look and a tied up denim shirt for a casual look.

From neutral knits, crisp blouses and soft tees this skirts can create so many looks that will fit for work, play and special occasions. #winner

Puff Sleeve Ribbed Sweater | Floral Skirt & in Navy | Boots | Earrings |

I purchased this skirt from a local state boutique I discovered on IG! 

I love supporting small businesses, especially those with great style!

I highly recommend Clair De Lune 

Dress Beautifully in Winter Florals

XOXO Sarah-Louise