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Pastel Party. Lavender & Coral.

Hello Tuesday!

Today on the blog, we’re having a pastel party! Pastels aren’t only for spring, they also work in the summer season. I love the light and airy feel that pastels give. What’s fun is bringing in a pop of color to keep things interesting.

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This lavender look gets a little punch with help from its friend coral. Gold accessories and a printed clutch are the perfect accents to round out this simple outfit. Style reminder: Dark denim will never let you down.

Haute tip: Have fun with color! Pastel shades are a great way to experiment in the color spectrum.

 You can be understated yet still make a statement.

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top: Equipment (must-have) | jeans: Paige, loving these too | shoes: DV Dolce Vita, also in black | bag: Deux Lux, and here in a different color

I’ve learned that simple doesn’t have to be boring. This sleeveless silk Equipment top has gotten so much wear, and I am always looking for the next color to add to my closet. Anyone can wear this top. The length is great, they definitely don’t skimp on the fabric. You can dress it up with a blazer, or be perfectly casual by wearing a cardigan over it with a fun-printed belt for some interest.

PS. – Last Call by Neiman Marcus usually has Equipment tops on sale, that’s where I go to stock up!

#LiveLovely,
xoxo. | cymone.

 

Linking with: Chic Street Style, Classy Yet Trendy, Color and Grace, Shopping My Closet, Living In Color Style, Mix & Match Fashion

Violet Bohemian.

Let’s get this week started!

How was everyone’s weekend? I was gone all last week at a work conference where our brands debut the Fall product and new launches. I hated not being able to work on the blog. After the 5 days of back to back to back meetings, I finally got some rest and a renewed strength. So much to do but gotta keep going!

Since summer is such a freeing season, I wanted to make sure my inner bohemian is satisfied before the cooler weather starts to kick in. Although I don’t wear it often, this bohemian dress is one of my favorites.

I bought this boho/peasant inspired dress in “The Alley”, a shopping area in downtown Los Angeles, when we were visiting during a family reunion trip. I then wore it when we dropped my younger brother off at college in Atlanta, Georgia.  I love when clothing is tied to memory and meaning.

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Just asked my brother what year he started college. [My memory is starting to get bad, okay.] This dress is at least 8 years old y’all. Good thing trends come back full circle!

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dress: old, similar here, & here | sandals: Sam Edelman & here in olive green | clutch: Francesca’s, similar here, here, here | earrings: Influence (gift from the fabulous boutique The Pink House)

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Haute tip: Pair solid accessories with solid clothing. My dress is solid purple, so my jewelry is solid as well. I wanted a contrast, so I picked a burnt orange ring and hot pink earrings. Because they are one color instead of patterned, the jewelry compliments the dress instead of distracting.

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Linking up with: Beauty by Miss L — Pink Sole — Style Elixir — I do DeClaire — Myriad Musings — Sandy a la Mode — Two Peas in a Blog — Classy Yet Trendy — Living in Color Style

August Style Tips.

Every month brings a new set of style codes to think about when shopping. Using some simple tips will help you focus and prepare for the style season ahead. August is the beginning of the transition into the new season as summer winds down. [sad day.] While Texas doesn’t really “do” fall, we still love to dress like it. Here are my style tips for August dressing.

 

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add a chic tan sweater + booties = fall perfection.

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1. Shop for pieces to transition into fall.
– Lightweight sweaters and dresses, plus layering items that you can wear with tights and booties. Cardigans in neutral colors, multiple pairs of tights, long sleeve slub knit tees are on my list.

Shop these picks:

Victoria’s Secret Mesh High-Next Bikini Top

2. Stock up on swimsuits for next year.
– Buy that swimsuit you’ve had your eye on all season. Grab bikini tops or bottoms in solids or simple prints that can mix & match with your current stash. It’s also a great time to add a coverup to your collection, kimono styles are my favorite. Try a new cut top or bikini bottom, it’s on sale right? See my picks here.

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3. Travel in Style.
– Whether you’re heading back to school from summer break or taking in one last vacation before summer’s end, there are endless ways to travel in style. Chic pajama pants and big totes are my travel go-to items.

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be bold. say yes to color.

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4. Finish the summer on a bold note.
– You all know I’m all about a color pop. Make the most of the sunshine by wearing the heck out of your bright colors.

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summer is THE time to rock a white jumpsuit. don’t miss out.

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5. Summer whites.
– I somehow always find myself wishing I had worn more white during the summertime. Not that you have to stick to the old adage of “no white after Labor Day” but once the weather starts to transition, so should your wardrobe color palette. Wear all your white dresses, jeans, and tops until you can’t anymore!

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Did you like these tips?
Let me know if this was helpful!
xoxo,
-c.

Local Rose. + Coffee Date.

There is something so sweet about reconnecting with your past over a cup of coffee.

I got the chance to do just that over the weekend. After my hot yoga class at Core Power Yoga, I got myself together for a coffee date with a friend from my middle school days. How’s that for #throwbackthursday?

Turns out, she is a blossoming photographer discovering her true passions in life, similar to my journey with this blog – a quest to experience the world through a more confident lens. Our paths divinely reconnected a few years ago, only to bring us to this meeting.

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Suyapa suggested the spot, Local Press + Brew, a cute coffee and juice bar in the eclectic Oak Cliff neighborhood. It’s a simplistic spot with a clean aesthetic offering organic, cold-pressed juices as well as locally roasted coffee and espresso. She brought her husband along and we spent a few minutes catching up over coffee. We sat outside to soak up the summer sun and talked about our paths apart after our early years as middle-schoolers, all the way up to our current work and passion projects.

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trust me. you need the almond milk latte.

My passion is the pursuit of living a full life, in whatever form that takes (currently this blog & the cool experiences that come with it) and Suyapa’s is her photography: Dusty Rose Darling. When this shoot popped up on my Facebook timeline, I was immediately drawn by the beautiful imagery and felt compelled to reach out, which brought us to some good coffee and a few quick snaps to test the waters.

coffee date @ local

coffee date @ local

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I love celebrating the talents of others, so it’s exciting to get the opportunity to work together. Looking forward for what’s to come!

Shop easy knit dresses perfect for a summer coffee date here:

photo credit: Dusty Rose Darling

Let’s Shop. Swimsuits: Bikini vs. One Piece

Time to do some swimsuit shopping for my upcoming cruise to the Bahamas! I haven’t invested in a great suit in a while this is perfect timing. There are so many cute swimsuits out there these days. Unique cut outs and the rise of updated one-pieces make this shopping list all the more necessary.

BIKINI TIME

Bikini Free PeopleMade by Dawn Basic Bottoms • Free People • $68

Topshop BikiniStriped high neck bikini set • Topshop • $52

Bikini SwimsuitT by Alexander Wang Black Mesh Panel Bikini Top • Alexander Wang • $225

2P Melissa OMelissa Odabash Evita Bandeau Bikini • Melissa Odabash • $80

swimsuitMIKOH Barbados Bikini Top • Mikoh • $76–108

Printed SwimsuitMaaji Underwire Tie Back Crop Bikini Top • Maaji • $70

Stars Swimsuit BikiniZoe Karssen Stars Halter Bikini • Zoe Karssen • $129.50

Striped BikiniKate Spade New York Georgica Beach Stripes Bikini Top • Kate Spade • $98

 

 

 one piece swimsuits

one piece swimsuitForever Sexy Halter One-piece • Victoria’s Secret • $88.50 one piece striped swimsuitAnne Cole Contrast-Striped Bandeau One-Piece Swimsuit • Anne Cole • $54.99

one piece pastel swimsuitNanette Lepore Montecito One Piece Swimsuit • Nanette Lepore • $98 Suboo one piece swimsuitSuboo White One Piece Swimsuit With V Details • $205

1P Mikoh Orange PalmMikoh Hianano Plunge-Front Printed Halterneck Swimsuit • Mikoh • $210 Urban Outfitters SwimsuitBlue Life Eclipse Crisscross One-Piece Swimsuit • Blue Life • $154 Strapless One Piece SwimsuitTory Burch Lipsi Color Block One Piece Swimsuit • Tory Burch • $225 One piece swimsuitAcacia Swimwear Teahupo’o Swimsuit • Acacia Swimwear • $212

One Piece Mesh SwimsuitSuboo Printed Mesh-Paneled Swimsuit • $215

1P VS CutoutForever Sexy Double Cut-out One-piece • Victoria’s Secret • $49.99

One Piece Crochet SwimsuitMikoh Coral Moorea Braided Swimsuit • Mikoh • $240

 Any favorites here? Scoop them up before we say goodbye to summer!

Haute Shopping. Nude Sandals.

As the summer months are upon us, I’ve been taking a look at my warm weather wardrobe to see what needs to be updated. During the summer, my weekend wear go-to outfit is a pair of shorts (usually these), a simple v-neck tee-shirt, and a pair of sandals or wedges with a fun necklace to complete the look. I’ve been buying up a lot of flat sandals lately but since I can’t really wear those to work,  I need another option that can transition between the week and the weekend. I think a nude high-heel sandal would work perfectly.

The nude sandal is such a versatile item in your closet. Color wise, it can go with almost any outfit – anything from all white or all black or as the balance to a colorful printed look. A nude sandal works with all silhouettes from casual shorts, professional skirts, to jeans and dresses for all occasions. I had a pair from a few years ago that I completely wore out but for some reason I haven’t made the investment for another pair. It’s probably because that pair was kind of perfect hybrid between a sandal and a pump and I haven’t come across a good replacement. My new strategy is to find a sandal for this season and a pump for the fall. (check back for a follow-up post!) I’ve seen so many cute spring outfits popping up and many people are sporting nude sandals. That inspired me to find some options for a new nude sandal to add to my shoe stash.

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Haute Shopping. Nude Sandals.

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[ps. a little bonus for number four.]
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Any options catch your eye? These are all so different, I may try more than one! As a personal shopper and stylist, I love scanning the internet to find creative solutions to closet queries.

If there’s something you’d like me to round-up, let me know!

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