Party Dress

Coat: Land's End (old); Dress: Kate Spade (gift); Cardigan: J.Crew (similar);

Shades: Kate Spade via Rue La La; Shoes: Manolo Blahnik (gift); Tights: Target;

Gloves: Gift; Earring: DIY; Lip Color: NARS Shangai Express

What is it about a new haircut? For this girl, it brought about a change in attitude. A little sass! And it prompted a look that was a little party girl! Okay, a sophisticated party girl, but that's okay. I'm older, wiser and so ready to take on a change! But first, let's talk about this dress!

I wore it on New Year's Eve and paired it with a darling orange cardigan. I loved the vibrant color against the black and white. This time around I went for color in my tights! I am not one to wear colored tights, but I really wanted to be playful in my "party dress"! I so wish you could see the contrast (see photo below). I'm taking the colored tights in baby steps. Maybe next time....red! WOAH!

 

 

 

Oh how I love a dress with pockets! Why doesn't EVERY dress come with them? A fashion necessity, right?

Remember how I said I wish you could see the contrast? Well, if I could have used my original background, you can! The wind was crazy and my hair was all over head/face. We had to move around the corner, but you can at least get a glimpse.

 

Now, let's talk about that change I mentioned earlier. I'm constantly trying to find my voice in the blogging world. What do I bring to the table that is different than other personal style blogs? What would you keep coming back for more? What is going to keep me focused on making this a better blog? And, what is going to bring more attention to my blog? Lots of things to consider over this way. I'm playing around with a few things on paper, and in my head, so look for more details to come. 

Happy Friday!

L.A.M.B.

Sweater: Ann Taylor; Jacket: Levi's (similar);

Pants: J.Crew (more colors); Necklace: BaubleBar;

Shoes: L.A.M.B. via Gilt;

Sunnies: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Today's post is really all about the shoes! And, attitude. I purchased these shoes on a whim from Gilt and thought about returning them. They are a tad too big, I wasn't really sure how I would style them or if I would really wear them. As they sat there looking at me for a over a week, I gave in and decided to keep them. Some people rescue pets, I hoard shoes!

The attitude portion of this post is that I had a bad one yesterday while taking these photos. And you can see it. Or at least I can. The end of the work day left a sour taste in my mouth and it spilled over into my evening. I hate it when that happens. Why should I let silly things like that get in the way of my real life? Unfortunately, it does and that's something I need to work on. 

Anyway, not some of my best photos, but again, it's really all about the shoes! Super fierce!