Laidback or Ladylike?

Laidback Donna

1.) Ecote Canvas Backpack The perfect slouchy, soft festival tote.
2.) Yves Saint Laurent Aco Flower Ring Who says camping can't include a little sparkle on your ring finger?
3.) BDG Cinched Anorak Come rain, come snow, come sleet... stay cool in Army olive.
4.) Opaque Knee Socks A smart way to beat bugs, weeds, and scratches without giving up comfort or style.
5.) Jeffrey Campbell Lita You can't deny a better union than knee socks, an anorak and campfire food. Besides... hello, they're Mustard!!!

Ladylike Louise

1.) Lovely Dovely Dress The print, of course, won me over instantly. The flutter sleeves are as endearing as the name.
2.) Le Chapeau Noir Chic, glam and ultra incognito.
3.) Fibonacci Coat Is an easy nod to Old Hollywood and its iconic starlets. I fantasize about wearing a coat like this someday, in Europe, on my way to a lavish Museum.
4.) Vintage Portrait Ring It's as if a moment in History were captured to wear upon your hand in remembrance.
5.) Mikimoto Pearls Akoya cultured strands. An accessory statement and staple.
6.) Jeffrey Campbell Jezabel Platform A hint of Hollywood's classic Hitchcock Heroines: Tippi Hedren, Grace Kelly and Kim Novak emerge from this carefully designed pump.
7.) David Yurman Ring Turquoise is my absolute favorite accessory, which also makes for a great splash of unexpected color.
8.) Coach Madison Embossed Medium Wallet The glossy finish and boxy shape are an unbeatable blend. Audrey Hepburn and Jackie O, alike, would have easily taken to toting this decadent accessory around.

Have a great Weekend! What look will you choose?
xx

Gucci Gardens

I find the Military trend that has of late been circulating its way through Fashion editorials, irresistible. I've seen it done spanning anywhere from grunge to adorable, effortless to high fashion. I wanted to incorporate that idea into my look. Add a hint of florals, c’est fini!

What I would fancy wearing to Paris Fashion Week, if the weather permitted.

Key influences: Military fatigues, gardens, zippers, neutrals and vivid red.

{Sources: fashiongonerogue, google images}

Petal pink nails in Neo Whimsical by Essie

The combination of the corset fitted dress and wrap top transported me back as early as the 16th Century, when women wore corsets regularly with every outfit.

{H&M Garden Collection dress, Forever 21 heels, Vintage bag, Gucci sunglasses, H&M wrap cardigan}

The Little Black Dress

{Ann Taylor dress, Michele watch, Vintage cardigan, Forever 21 headband, Aldo pumps}

When I found out that Fashion Chalet was invited to join this remarkable challenge I couldn't wait to try on the dress. The Little Black Dress is an essential, classic and iconic piece for any woman's wardrobe. So much so that it has even coined the acronym, LBD.

I first wanted to pair it with ballet flats. When the dress finally arrived I realized that with its longer length hem, a heel would not only better elongate the leg but also complement the sophisticated design. Red is my favorite color to play with whenever I want to add a bit of zing to my look. Voila, the red belt.

To see this dress previously worn in 22 distinct ways, you can check them out here. And keep checking back, as this experiment runs through August 31st.

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*DISCLOSURE: Everyone in the Little Black Dress "tour" is participating voluntarily and no one- including me- is being financially compensated for their involvement. I will note however that each blogger is being provided the Ann Taylor dress to style for her look as well as a number of gifts from tour sponsors to include in her look or review separately, during the month of August.