Somewear: Chihuly Night at the Dallas Arboretum

I’m so excited, because tonight I’ll be walking through the Dallas Arboretum viewing various dramatic glass sculpture installations created by artist Dale Chihuly. Chihuly creates free-standing sculptures, large-scale artwork installations and drawings, which have been exhibited at museums, gardens, architectural environments and galleries throughout the world.

For those of you in the Dallas area: his work will be up until November 5th.  Plus, Wednesday and Thursday nights are buy one get one free for the entire month of August!  For more info, you can visit the Dallas Arboretum.

For those of you not in the Dallas area: this DVF romper is on sale!  What!?!?  It’s so cute! 

• Diane Von Furstenberg, Ebuca Print Silk Romper, Sale- $266.90
• Jimmy Choo, Polaris Patent Espadrille Pump, $385
• NARS, Honolulu Honey Color, $24
• LuLu Frost, Pipeline Cabochon Earring, $145
• Shameless Jewelry, Gold Leaves Ring, $45
• Marc Jacobs, Perfume, $75

Trivia Night!

Somewear: Trivia Night
Maybe you're not known as the sporty one in your group, but in keeping with the spirit of the Olympics you’ve got to keep your game alive!  At trivia night you can win with your wits!  (Or at least win with your “smart” dress.)

• Kenny, Wrap Romper, Sale- $146.30
• Rebecca Minkoff, Marie Wedges, $350
• Warby Parker, Preston Glasses, $95
• Burberry, Owl Ring, $425
• Nixon, The Kensington Watch, $125
• River Island, Tassle Bucket, $66.28

Somewear: Beating The Heat

Well, I’m somewhat surviving the bike ride.  My legs sort of feel like jelly and I have two more days to go, so who knows if I’ll actually see the finish line. Since it’s a week long ride and camp-out, there doesn’t leave much room for life within the civilized chambers of an air conditioned room, so in preparation of this, I brought really light-weight loose-fitting clothes for any of the post biking activities that might occur, let's say maybe.... watching OKC Beat the Heat!!!!

• Parker, Print Ruffle Romper, $209
• BP, Marta Sandals, $59.95
• Rebecca Minkoff, Lizard MAC Bombe, $330
• Clarins, UV Plus HP Day Screen High Protection Tint SPF 40, $40
• Alexander McQueen, Textured Sunglasses, $325 
• Belle Noel, Leather Pyramid Stud Earrings, $55

Spring Time in Central Park

Spring time is here!  And I know for certain that flowers have been a bloomin’ for a few weeks now in Central Park.  I wish it was on my list of “to-do’s” for the day, because taking a stroll through CP during this time of year is absolute perfection.

• ADDISON, Printed Romper, $226
• Bauble Bar, Midici Cuff, $165
• Rachel Zoe, Gladys Flats, $235
• House of Harlow, Pyramid Stud Earrings, $55
• Yves Saint Laurent, Parisienne, $39-$85
• Michael Michael Kors, Jet Set Cross Body, $128
• Super Sunglasses, Leon, $240 
• Picture Credit: HitherandThither.Net

Somewear: Bullfight Ring in Madrid

My girlfriend is in Spain now!  I’m very jealous- wish I was watching a bullfight!  Since she’ll be watching it in an outdoor ring, I suggest she dress in comfortable, yet adorable layers.  When on vaca I can't resist a fun romper.  They're so easy to pack!

• Mara Hoffman, Vent Back Shortie Romper, $304.00
• Calvin Klein, Three-Quarter Sleeve Flyaway Cardigan, Sale- $44.76
• Sam & Libby, On To You Sandals, $25.99
• Kendra Scott, Kaley Earring, $70
• Alexander McQueen, Oversized Glam Cat Eye Sunglasses, $325 

The Neighborhood Ice Cream Social

I thought events like this only happened on Wisteria Lane, but apparently they are real things and my friend, Joker, is going to one with her little girl this weekend.  Now, Joker probably has about 75 rompers in her closet, so when I found this one, I just couldn’t resist.  I mean, she was rocking rompers way before the Conde elevators were swarming with them.  And, it seems only natural that her little lady would sport one, too!

• Jill Stuart, Rebecca Romper, Sale- $319
• Marc by Marc Jacobs, Totally Turnlock Jane Bag, $218
• Circo, Toddler Girls' Romper, $6
• Pampili, Toddler Sandals, Sale- $34.20
• Steve Madden, Turnpyke Wedge, Sale-$80
• NARS, Sea of Love Set, $49

Somewear: Batali’s Beer Garden

I’ve been dying to go to the new beer garden, La Birreria, set on the rooftop of Mario Batali’s Italian marketplace, Eataly.  High quality beer, great food, stars, and the NY skyline- I mean, it just sounds divine.  I need to wear something comfy, but chic, incase my “after work beer garden” meet-up, turns into “dinner with friends” which then turns into “late-night cocktails in TriBeca”.  A romper, messenger bag, and a solid wedge are the perfect combo to get me through the evening with ease and grace.

• Rebecca Minkoff, Elle Romper, $295 
• Sam Edelman, Leroy Espadrille, $150
• Anthropologie, Forever Darling Necklace, $598
• Urban Outfitters, UO Tortoiseshell Watch, $28
• Fossil, Vintage Reissue Messenger Bag, $128
• Stila, Silk Shimmer Gloss-Sunlight, $22

Somewear: Courtside Seats to the NBA Finals

 

I’ve always been a Mavs fan, but having never really lived in Dallas I never had a reason to buy any Mavericks paraphernalia.  Now that I live here, though, I wonder if asked tonight to attend The Finals game, what outfit would I scramble to put together.  A blue romper and sporty Sperry’s befitting of the team’s colors, a temporary Mavs tattoo which I would proudly display on my cheek, a good luck ring in honor of Champ- the mascot horse, and of course, a hat which would have to be one of those last minute onsite purchases.  Ok, now who’s going to ask me to the game?

• Mitchell& Ness Dallas Mavericks Hat, $28
• Theory, Intellect Larianna Romper, $295 
• Converse, JPSlip, $70
• Urban Outfitters, Calourette Silver Horse Ring, $100
• Sperry Top-Sider, Women's Bahama, $55 
• Mavericks Temporary Tattoo, $5

 

Somewear: The In-Laws’ Lake House at Sunset

Though I won’t be visiting my in-laws’ place this weekend, I will be joining my sis and dining with her new in-laws.  I love this ensem, because it’s the perfect mix of “casual elegance.”  Rompers can be dressed up or down, but I’ve styled this one right in between by pairing a basic flat with dreamy geode goodness.

• ASOS, Kimono SleevePlaysuit, $65 
• Steve Madden, Serenite, $50 
• Cameli Clutch, $150  
• BHLND, Helen of Troy Necklace, $190  

Somewear: Lakeside Dinner with Friends

As Memorial Day quickly approaches, I can’t help but think of the fun festivities that will be
going on all across America.  This spot seems like somewhere I’d love to be; it’s simple, but
sublime.  The teals, earthy tones, and stones on the shoes are all reminiscent of the lake.  And I
couldn’t resist how perfectly these earrings matched the Moroccon inspired motif of the romper! 
Bring out the beautiful purples in the print with a pop of color to the nails.  My sis and I both
love the one bangle look, so why not finish it off with this one, appropriately called “Make
Waves."

• J. Crew, Casbah romper, $195
• Vince Camuto, Kolby, $68
• Kate Spade, Make Waves Bangle, $78 
• Deborah Lippmann, Purple Rain Nail Lacquer, $16
• Miguel Ases, Cutout-Drop Earrings, $275