Friday, April 9, 2010

cruel summer...

Dress: H&M. Snake sandals: Dolce Vita. Shades. Ray Ban. Bag: Alexander Wang. Belt: Vintage
It's cruel because it's not bloody here yet and we're getting the big tease. Supposed to cool down after today, so I used this indian summer to wear a pocket dress that the lovely Caylee sent to me from H&M. Something this basic and flowy would be like finding gold dust in NY and I'm not paying Wang prices for one (got the bag from my girlfriend).
While rummaging through my crowded dresser, I un-earthed this hand piece. Got it last year in New Orleans (along with the large green stone ring posted below).
Couldn't decide on keeping the belt on or off. It ended up coming off in the end.

61 comments:

  1. I love the hand piece. It looks so cool and unique compared to just a bracelet or ring. I also love the Ace of Base reference. I wish it were warm her in the midwest, but we got a rain/snow mix today. Count yourself lucky.

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  2. omg i feel the same way! I cannot wait for summer tobe here and STAY! i love your look. that bracelet/ring is amazing!

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  3. OH I love your wang and perfect summer dress! I think I like it better without the belt ;) xoxo

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  4. I love your bag.
    I'm totally jealous
    A. Wang is the love of my life.

    & i'm loving the ring/bracelet. adooore

    www.olivia-parker.blogspot.com

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  5. Second picture.... your arm! Look so ripped and toned! :)

    Ooh! I like it with the belt on.. without it the dress looks like a nightie! hehe. Plus the belt is rad!!

    xo
    Farrah @ DISTRIKMODE

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  6. aww thanks for the shoutout!
    it's so cool to think that just days ago, this dress was hanging in my store, then sitting in my car and in my closet, and now it's on your back! =)
    i TOLD you it'd fit you perfectly, and here's the proof.
    i can't wait to wear mine.
    and i'd pretty much kill for that bag.
    XX

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  7. the hand jewelry is just amazing and love the dress on you!

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  8. i'm glad its heating up a little over there..i'm heading over in less than a month and it looks like it's the perfect time, temp wise! xx

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  9. I have this dress too its just soo perfect wish I was a bit taller thought haha

    xx

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  10. Love, love your looks !
    I've always been wandering about this bag : is it practical ?

    excuse my bad english, I'm french.

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  11. I love the bracelet with the orange stones. Absolutely beautiful! http://stylespotterfashionblogger.blogspot.com

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  12. I simply loove your belt, wish I owned one.
    And the bracelet/ring reminds me of Pamela Love one here http://www.shopbop.com/arrowhead-chain-ring-cuff-pamela/vp/v=1/845524441864434.htm?folderID=2534374302024617&fm=other-shopbysize-brand-viewall which is waaay expensive then yours I believe.
    Great look overall :)

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  13. Just beautiful! This summer I love maxi cotton dress. B e a u t i f u l!

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  14. I love all your jewelry! So jealous!
    Been a fan of your blog for some time now :)
    stop by some time:
    http://bubbbbbbbaf.blogspot.com

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  15. Massive fan of simple long dresses- I have a couple but just struggling to find any long enough?? New orleans hand piece- WOW so stunning. great photos. katie.xx
    would love you to call by

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  16. Gorgeous! Love the whole dress-belt-bag-sandals-combination! And the jewellery - I suppose I don't have to say anything..

    xoxo

    http://trendykisses.blogspot.com

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  17. Love the bag, I have the same in black:)

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  18. You look great! That dress suits you so perfect!

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  19. love the crouching photo, and the jewellery is really cool - loving the orange.

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  20. Great pics and so inspiring look! Congrats!

    www.abitoffashion.com

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  21. What a great tank dress. This is one of my favorite looks.

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  22. Very relaxed outfit, i love it!

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  23. wonderful look, the accessories you choose are stunning, especially the hand-jewel!

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  24. Love that big stone ring your wearing! And that hand piece is killer! Love this loook-and your right the warmth didn't stay- it was here just long enough to really tease us. My feet are freezing-come back warm weather!
    beijos-Tiffany-http://imashoewhore.blogspot.com

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  25. amazing look!
    love everything about it!

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  26. you look amazing and i loooove the outfit!
    lots of love from sweden!

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  27. I've been on the look out for a maxi dress, and it's impossible to find one. Which is quite weird has we have tons of H&Ms here in Sweden. But I guess it's not a big surprise as they are gorgeous!

    Envy you that you have such a nice weather, can't wait until I get some sun here so I'll be able to wear lovely dresses as well :)

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  28. I love the hand piece and the belt! Great finds. xo

    www.FashionSnag.com

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  29. I envy u this hot weather!!! And your look is so cool! Great sandals and maxi dress:)

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  30. so easy going and so gorgeous!

    loving the accessories too!

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  31. I adore this.
    what camera do you use?
    x
    x
    Camilla

    INTOTHEFOLDFASHIONS.BLOGSPOT.COM

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  32. Love the vintage belt, great dress. Simple but Uuber cute.

    Http://kellynicky.blogspot.com

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  33. im so in love with that hand bling karen!

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  34. See, that's exactly what I've been looking for. A long black dress that is flowy and a-line not tight. :) Perf! I need to check my h&m out this weekend.. how come yours didn't have it?

    xx

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  35. Gorgeous ! How many the dress ?

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  36. First shot just like here (Massive Attack- Unfinished Symphaty;)
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbVRA6ZAhKo

    Regards from Poland:)

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  37. I love all the accessories your wearing


    Http://cocozaahb.com

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  38. Fab outfit :) Love it <3
    fashionrevel.blogspot.com

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  39. i really love your blog! It's fantastic!!!

    Love Cornelia from Sweden

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  40. Hey I have that dress too! Could you believe it? H&M for $12.95. It drapes with perfection too. I could wear it to bed. :)

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  41. this belt looks awesome with that dress!
    i love the a.w bag! so much
    you look fantastic!

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  42. I love this outfit. These dress are wonderfull, and sandals are also great :) U look really great in this..prefect combination :)

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  43. I love the belt on! The orange jewelry is gorgeous!

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  44. love this dress on you- you look gorgeous!

    megan http://mallratcouture.blogspot.com

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  45. It's me again! Just wanted to let you know, I briefly mentioned you on my "Take me to Woodstock 1969" blog post. Hope you don't mind :) If for some reason you do, let me know and I could edit it accordingly. xOxO

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  46. love that fantastic perfect spring dress with the belt! looks great. and i adore the wang bag- so gorgeoUS! wanna raid your closet ;)
    have an great weekend darling

    xxX ediot

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  47. Love the long dress, must make sure to get one in my wardrobe asap!

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  48. Lions and Tigers - I agree although I'll prolly switch it up sometimes....

    Shewearssheshares - thx and that's no problem : ) as long as it's credited - we all do it : )

    Ediot - that would take alot of raiding trust me.

    Fashionlaboratory - they're def worth it.

    Petitka - i'll def take that as compliment. LOVE that vid.

    Kuniko - yes it is. Big enough to hold daily stuff and it unzips in the center to make it even bigger. Can wear messenger style too.

    Caylee - can't thank you enough : ) Looking forward to seeing it on you and you were right on the size.

    Thx everyone on the jewellery. That hand piece is a fave to wear on hot summer days. Its a change from a hand full of rings.

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  49. Where do you get your inspiration from?

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  50. Love this outfit. The dress is so beautifully simple and well cut. You look so pretty.

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  51. Love your style!
    So simply and chic!!

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  52. Thx Jenny and SexyintheCity!

    Agnes - good question. Anywhere really. Mags, pple on the streets, videos, mixing up stuff in my closet.

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  53. You are so effortless and beautiful!

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  54. I actually loved the belt on. But off looked awesome, too. You got skills, lady :)

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  55. really happy it warmed up in NY because it's wonderful to actually see you without sleeves! beautiful shots as usual ;)

    xo
    raven

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  56. you look amazing in that maxi!

    xo

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