Hello Yellow

Yellow Cotton Tweed Dress: Zara (here)

Necklace & Bracelets: Vanessa Mooney

Clutch: Monserat de Lucca (similar here)

Heels: Ted Baker London (similar here)

It's definitely been awhile since my boyfriend and I have had the chance to spend the whole weekend together due to his hectic work schedule. So when we found out that he had both Saturday and Sunday off, we started thinking of ways to take advantage of this rare occasion. We began both days with delicious brunches at places we've been wanting to try and then we ran some errands, went on a bike ride, and went to our friend's birthday celebration on Saturday. Sunday was the perfect lazy day for us to just sit back and enjoy each other's company. We pretty much spent the whole day lounging around after brunch while curled up on the couch as we watched Shark Tank together. 

Farfalle

If you still think that bow ties are just for boys, you're wrong! Over the past couple years, bow ties have been making a huge comeback in fashion...especially for women. But this trend is slowly drifting away again. I refuse to let a good thing go so I make it a point to work some bow ties into my outfits every once in awhile.

Since I went through a phase of DIY bow tie making, I just have too many bow ties to not wear. I classed up this outfit with my floral print bow in order to add a touch of femininity to my tailored look. 

Bow ties may be borrowed from the boys but they're oh so right for the girls! So help me bring it back in style, ladies & gents! 

Styling Tip: You can do as I did and add a bow tie to a tailored piece such as trousers or a blazer for a sleek and chic ensemble. For a girlier look, try tucking a blouse into a skirt and accessorizing with a statement bow tie.

Silk Tank: Maggie Ward (Saks Fifth Avenue here)

Cardigan: Maggie Ward (Saks Fifth Avenue)

Trousers: Geren Ford (here)

Heels: Jeffrey Campbell 'Solitaire' (here)

Floral Bow Tie: DIY by me

Sheer Pleasure

I also picked up this exquisite little number on my crazy shopping spree at the Isabel Marant pour H&M collaboration launch that I wrote about in "I maRant to H&M". 

This silk chiffon dress far exceeded my expectations. The lookbook really does not do this dress any justice (even though Milla Jovovich looks stunning as always). You have to see the dress in person to appreciate the intricate details that include: the subtle metallic embroidery throughout the dress, the peacock-like pattern, the puffed shoulders and ruching on the sleeves, the cinched waist, and the raw edges.  

I really love how this dress just effortlessly oozes class and elegance with its conservative yet form-fitting silhouette and intricate details. This dress hits just below the knee so in order to elongate my legs, I styled it with a nude heel. I kept the rest of the look simple for my boyfriend's family brunch with minimal jewelry, makeup, and a nude lip. For a nighttime look, this dress would look spectacular with some classic black pumps, a long black coat, and some red lips to add some drama. Now show me how you girls styled your Isabel Marant pour H&M silk chiffon dresses! 

Jacket: Isabel Marant pour H&M (here)

(Complete Lookbook here)

 Shoes: Steve Madden (similar here)

 

 

Birthday Brunch

I kept my outfit simple and classy when my parents took me out for brunch this weekend as part of my 24th birthday celebration. We spent some quality family time together while sipping on my favorite thing brunches have to offer...bottomless mimosas! I've probably had the equivalent of 2 bottles of champagne on my own over this entire weekend but it's okay cause it's my birthday and I can do what I want hahaha. Bottomless mimosas at brunch, mimosas every single morning at home, and binging on mimosas and red velvet ice cream with my bestie in bed after hitting up some bars. More post from my birthday to come so stay tuned!

Thank you all so much for wishing me a happy birthday on Friday! I had an amazing weekend with my family and friends and I'll be sure to try and live life to the fullest and make being 24 kick butt! Have a happy Monday, everyone!!!

Floral Print Shorts: Ted Baker London 'Gleeso' in Rosebug Print (here)

Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell 'Switch-2 Nude' (here) 

Coral Necklace: Vintage

Bracelets: Vanessa Mooney (here) and Vintage

Ring: CC Skye "Fools Gold Ring' (here)