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Dark Floral

October 3, 2016 by jessica 9 Comments

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As you’ve probably gathered, I’m not much of an Old Navy shopper. By in large, I think the quality of the garments is too low even for the price and the thought put into designs is lacking. However, there are times when Old Navy does it right: insanely affordable denim, basic t-shirts, and this dress. Prints are a hard thing for a discounted retailer to pull off, which is why I typically go with solid colors if I’m shopping for inexpensive duds, but Old Navy nails it with this multi-colored floral dress. The variety of flowers and colors in the pattern make it look more expensive than it is, unlike the other two-color prints for this dress that look cheap.

As with any low-cost apparel, pairing it with luxe accessories elevates the look. I went with my go-to Ferragamo flats and a DVF clutch. Both of these have high price tags, but the cost per wear makes it worthwhile. I normally wore out a pair of black flats in the $100-150 range within a year. The Ferragamo pair still looks brand new. I’ll have them resoled when they start to look worn. The clutch is one of my absolute favorite accessories. I splurged on it a couple of years ago and haven’t had a desire to buy another black clutch since. The classic shape won’t go out of style and it’s large enough for all of your essentials.

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Dress: Old Navy
Shoes: Ferragamo
Clutch: Diane von Furstenberg (hands down my favorite clutch)
Sunglasses: Prada
Rings: Monica Vinader, c/o Julie Vos (similar), Melanie Auld (love this)
Lips: Stila “Bella”

Filed Under: Outfits, Style Tagged With: dark floral, Diane Von Furstenberg, diane von furstenberg 440 clutch, dvf, fall, fall fashion, fall floral, fall outfit, Ferragamo, ferragamo varina, floral, old navy, old navy pintuck swing dress

Outfitted

January 8, 2014 by jessica Leave a Comment

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I haven’t shopped at Express since college when I needed a last-minute sparkly top for barhopping. So, you can imagine my surprise when I found the perfect little party dress at the retailer on sale for around $70. The metallic navy material is gorgeous and you know I’m a sucker for a full skirt. With a tuxedo jacket, it’s perfect for the upcoming cocktail awards reception I’m planning at work.

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Dress: Express // Jacket: Banana Republic // Clutch: DVF // Shoes: gifted ShoeMint // Rings: Melanie Auld, gifted Julie Vos // Earrings: Amrita Singh

Filed Under: Outfits, Style Tagged With: Amrita Singh, Banana Republic, Diane Von Furstenberg, dvf, express, Julie Vos, Melanie Auld, outfit, ShoeMint

Loving Lately

November 18, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

Lately, I’m loving:

  • This DVF clutch from Loehmann’s that came to $55 after shipping. It’s a shame that my new iPhone (in gold!) doesn’t fit inside. Pretty > Impractical
  • A holiday sweater. We’re going to the Twin Cities the weekend of December 14th for a handful of birthday celebrations. We’re all expected to wear holiday sweaters, but I just can’t spend money on an ugly version. (I’m such a party pooper!) I’ll wear a tartan sweater with a light-up necklace and earrings instead.
  • Eric Stonestreet’s eggnog shake as described in the latest issue of Bon Appetit: eggnog, peppermint ice cream and rum blended together. Happy holidays, indeed. 

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Diane Von Furstenberg, dvf, Loving Lately

Currently Coveting

October 17, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

1. Joie loafers, $185 // 2. Madewell sweatshirt, $75 // 3. Kenneth Jay Lane necklace, $250 // 4. DVF jumpsuit, $465 // 5. Milly clutch, $365 // 6. Kate Spade gloves, $128 // 7. Lulu Frost necklace, $324 // 8. Mark and Graham mug, $30 // 9. Elizabeth Cole earrings, $228 // 10. Kate Spade gloves, $128

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: currently coveting, Diane Von Furstenberg, dvf, elizabeth cole, Joie, kate spade, kenneth jay lane, Lulu Frost, madewell, mark and graham, milly, style

Currently Coveting

June 20, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

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Right now, I’m coveting:

  • This sophisticated Diane von Furstenberg clutch. I’m planning to purchase it next month. (So excited!)
  • A pretty pitcher that looks even more gorgeous filled with a strawberry pink cocktail
  • A graphic crane-print dress to pair with flat sandals now and work-ready pumps this fall.
  • Art Deco earrings from Tory Burch
  • A quirky crab trinket box
  • This hue for weekday manicures
  • Silver flats with a small hint of gold at the heel (I ordered these on Tuesday and will let you know if they’re fabulous in person)

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Banana Republic, baubles, currently coveting, Diane Von Furstenberg, dvf, earrings, Essie, fashion, jewelry, metallic, metallic shoes, pattern, style, tiffany's, tory burch, Zara

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Hello there! I'm a first-time homeowner updating a 1920s house in Madison, Wisconsin. I have a penchant for travel and a love of costume jewelry.

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