Lace is Back, but Old isn't

Aww... It's been a while. It's good to be back, folks! On my long hiatus from blogging, I have made quite a few life changes - job, apartment, boyfriend, cat, life goals... just to name a few. But we'll discuss this later. Right now, let's get to my most recent fashion purchase/dilemma/challenge, shall we? I came home from one of my favorite bargain designer stores (my new job doesn't have me exactly rolling in the dough) totally excited about my new ivory lace shift dress purchase. I felt it was Jackie O meets Audrey Hepburn. My boyfriend had a different opinion. He said, "Doesn't that look like that tablecloth you inherited from your grandma?" After I finished cursing the day he was born, I set out to prove him wrong; that a classic look can come back in a way that is fresh and modern, and not grandma-ish. For day time, I will wear it in a summery and slightly edgy way. I shall pair it with a tan branded belt and matching platform wedges. The earrings will make the statement and really pull it into 2013. The bracelets will balance the metal of the earrings and voula!

Horkelia Shift Dress by Anthropologie

Juicy Couture Spike Linear Drop Earrings at Macy's $48

Serpentine Bangle Set by Forever 21 $9.80

Reese Woven Belt by Elise M $34

Lappas Wedges at Aldo $80

And for evening? I'll keep the bangles and swap the braided belt for a skinny black one, trade out the shoes for something more dressy, and add a perfectly fitted blazer if it's chilly out. I'll remove the earring and add a statement necklace that is anything but old looking.

Lasered Fan Necklace by Anthropolgie $218

Bead Chain Braided Belt by Forever 21 $4.80

Essi Heels by Aldo $100

And there we are. Take that, opinionated boyfriend! 

Love,

jenna

Happy Easter

Just a quick shout out to chocolate rabbits and colored eggs. I hope everyone has a great weekend and enjoys some Springtime festivities. I'll be having brunch with the fam and enjoying my day off. Oh, and dreaming of these in my Easter basket...



Cara Accessories Mixed Media Bracelets


Love,
jenna

Obsession: Mila Kunis' Elie Saab Dress

Ever since the Academy Awards last week, I can't seem to stop thinking about that incredible lavender number Mila Kunis rocked down the red carpet. I think it could very well be the perfect dress. My crush for this dress has only grown the past week and I think if I don't write about it, I'll burst. It's sexy, a little scandalous, and oh so feminine. If I could wear this dress every day and not get fired for lewd conduct, I would in a heartbeat. But alas, not everyone has the body of Mila Kunis (who I also have a mild girl-crush on now). So without further ado, here it is.


Voila!





Doesn't it just rock your socks off?!


Love,
jenna