You know when you see a piece that makes you go:
Because it is so beautiful but it is so, SO ridiculously pricey that it's just...silly?
Eh, voila. Problem solved. Have a lovely Tuesday, you gorgeous creature.
xoxo,
Hi friends! Short post today. Just a little somethin' I'm working on for an upcoming engagement shoot:
// dress // pumps // bracelet //
Keep it simple for your shoot - a stand out piece, an eye catching piece, and simple but statement making accessories. Here, everything is expected except the color of those shoes. Color blocking is in - run with it!
I have my first engagement shoot of the season tomorrow, and I could not be more excited. If you'd like a little help picking out an outfit, drop me a line at allie AT littleredswell DOT com. I would love love love to work with you, and I promise I'm affordable.
xoxo,
Morning! This weekend I was lucky enough to attend the wedding of one of my closest college friends...and as I'm waking up today, it still feels like it might be 2006. I spent the weekend recalling memories with some of my favorite people; reminiscing about college, laughing about our 22 year old selves, and filling each other in on where we are now. College changed me - it's when I found my true friends, and where I cemented what I'm passionate about - and I feel so lucky that I was able to relive a bit of that this weekend. All that talk this weekend made me think about my collegiate fashion choices - of which there were many interesting...attempts, I suppose, is the right word. My Sophomore year uniform was essentially a vintage tee, a pair of Juicy Couture sweats, and my jean jacket. Inexplicably, I also wore a white hanes tank under everything. Today I think it would be fun to imagine what I'd wear if I were in college now...
I want college Allie to be a bit more sophisticated, but still keep her wistful sense of humor; this top is just right for that sort of thing. Juicy Couture is out, but comfy pants are not. Some silky joggers are just what the doctor ordered for those 3 hour acting classes and rehearsal. I would trade in her backpack for a bright bag - maybe she can carry her books like the teens in 80's movies! And what's more scholarly than a pair of loafers and a schoolboy blazer? I'm already impressed by her sartorial prowess...
I'd love to hear what you wore in college! The more embarrassing, the better. Bring it on!
xoxo,
Morning, friends! I had a bit of a weird, sad weekend (nothing earth shattering, just your run of the mill blues), and I am desperate for a bit of (figurative but mostly literal) sunshine in my life. I've finished my spring shopping - post on that later this week - but I'm still wearing sweaters nearly every day. I swear, my vitamin D levels must be dangerously low. Believe me, I'm as sick of hearing people complain about the weather, too, so I'll just leave you with this sunny little mood board this morning...
// dress // picture by my fiance // necklace // etsy prints // reversible bag //
xoxo,
No, not the movie. Although I'm not ashamed to say I will absolutely be seeing it in theaters (any self-respecting human with a libido ought to). But I digress. The color grey has been on my mind a lot lately. Maybe it's the weather, or maybe I'm looker for a softer option than my usual black jeans, but either way, I'm fantasizing about adding some more of this lovely neutral to my closet in the future.
// jacket // jeans // top // boots
Pretty good, right?
Something to note would be the range of grey - from purple grey (like you see above in the boots), to a true grey (in the jeans), to a more beige-y grey (which I didn't add here). If you're doing an entire grey outfit, I'd keep all of the pieces in the same color family, with true grey being a nice go between that pairs nicely with both shades of grey. Of course, there are exceptions to every rule, so if you end up finding a winning mix combination, let me know!
I would top this outfit off with a cashmere beanie. Doesn't that sound divine?
xoxo,