Dim Sum Plum + Readers' Input

This stripey dress gets some major mileage. I've worn it a million times in about a million different ways (worn here as a top but also seen HERE as a full dress). I'm pretty sure I'll wear this dress to the ground long before my love for it dies.

On other topics I have a question for my readers. I've been thinking about doing a little blog makeover and had thought of adding an "outfits" tab on the top toolbar so readers can click through to browse through some of the outfits I've posted. My question to you as my reader: Is this something you would like? Do you even like my outfit posts or do you skip over them? Would you like to see them more often? As a fashion-lover, I like the idea of having a style journal with pictures of my day-to-day style and how it evolves over time (instead of just snapshots of me at parties and events). Since I like the idea of seeing my daily wear, I'd be up to post more outfit photos (maybe a few times a week), but I'm not sure if that would bore my readers (and it's still something I'm getting used to, so it feels a bit vain posting pictures of myself everyday unless other people actually want to see it). So what do you think? Your thoughts are welcome (even if you don't like the outfit posts that's fine too, just don't be TOO mean about it please). :)

Thanks for your input!

xox,

Bre

outfit credit:

Dress worn as top - H&M

Skirt - Diane Von Furstenburg

Shoes - ASOS

Sunglasses - RayBan

Handbag - vintage

Jewelry - Peugeot watch, vintage Seiko watch, and others unknown.

Nails - OPI Dim Sum Plum. I included this one just in case you were wondering where I got the name for today's post. :)

Leavin' This Town: Black & White Edition

*ready to hike on out of here!*

Here's my take on my most beloved & classic combo: Black & White. Simple and amazing, all at the same time. :)

I have a fun-filled weekend planned to get back in touch with nature! What could be more exciting than some outdoor play with some great friends? Any exciting plans of your own this weekend?

xox,

Bre

p.s. The detailing on that jacket is superb! I really wish you could see it in person to truly appreciate the fine craftsmanship. It feels like butter on my skin. :)

outfit credit

Blazer - Christian Weber

Dress - Kenneth Cole

Shoes - Michael Kors

Belt - unknown

necklace - my mother's 80's locket.

sunglasses - Anon

Channeling Chanel: Fall 2010 coats

*a look from Chanel's Fall/Winter 2010 line, all images via ImaxTree*

Chanel's Fall/Winter 2010 line brings visions of nomadic women traveling straight out of the Artic. Stomping it out in dramatic fur boots (that would only work on the runway and not what I call the "real"way), tights, and fabulous coats. While I don't think I'll be wearing those boots around this Winter (seriously so theatrical no?), this does remind me that I could use some beautiful long winter coats in the few months to come.

Oh, and of course, I do like the stark black and white combos all over this collection. I know I have mentioned it a million times on my blog, but I can't help but swoon over black and white. These dark contrasts in this collection (with little to no other colors sharing the spotlight) certainly added to the drama snowqueen vibe of it all. So here's to dreaming of beautiful Winter coats, even when it's Summer. :)

*now this one's not a coat, but this dress is kind of fabulous right?*

Have a favorite?

xox,

Bre

Ooo-la-la Oscar!

It's no secret I'm a big fan of black & white (I know, I know, I constantly say this, but trust me these are good) and so it's no surprise I'm a big fan of Oscar de la Renta's 2010 Resort collection. It's themed with a lot of black & white, with some nautical navy & red accents, and a few bright colors sprinkled throughout. *sigh* It makes me want to drift away and travel around the world. Hope you enjoy just as much as I do!

xox,

Bre

Photos courtesy of Dan Lecca for Oscar de la Renta