What I Wore - Casual Chevron Maxi on a Friday

I am so happy that Friday has arrived, I almost cannot put it into words! After returning from vacation, why did I think work would be a breeze this week? I was wrong. Monday-Friday has truly been a blur of meetings, phone calls, and more meetings....This weekend I plan to stay low-key, and get in some R&R. 

I usually shy away from maxi dresses, because I am short and I feel that they can be uncomplimentary. Am I alone in feeling this way? Well, when I spotted this baby at the thrift store, so crisp and clean, I couldn't leave it behind. Who can say no to chevron? 

Bonus: This entire outfit was less than $40.00!

What I Wore:

Fedora: Nordstrom

Earrings: Jessica Simpson

Dress: Liz Claiborne, thrifted

Bangles: Sterling Silver

Clutch: Vintage, thrifted

Jellies: Unisa, thrifted

What I Wore: Tulle Skirt to a White Party

We attended a White Party while visiting Detroit last weekend. There has been at least one 'white' themed event each year for the past few years. Last year I wore white jeans and a crochet top, the year before that, a white shirt dress, and so on. Typical off the rack wear. When I received an invite this go round, I immediately had an image in my mind of what I wanted to wear. I wanted to be, in a word: unique. This go round the attire was specified as dressy; slightly different than events in years past. I love an excuse to dress up, so I set about looking for a retailer that sold a nice full tulle skirt. That proved to be like looking for a needle in a haystack. So, I opted for a well recommended vendor, and had the skirt custom made.

Jewelry: Nordstrom

Top: TJMaxx

Skirt: Custom made

Shoes: Kenneth Cole

Clutch: Vintage, thrifted

This was a really fun outfit to wear! We made a long night of it, and while downtown after the White Party, many folks offered their congratulations as they thought we just got married - LOL! As the night went on, I wondered if anyone would gift us with a wedding present =) 

I didn't care for the way these pictures turned out, as it was an overcast evening. I added a basic filter which didn't really help...but oh well, it is what it is!

Snapshot of Detroit - Part 2: Vintage Peach Maxi Dress

Here's another look at my hometown, Detroit. You'll notice a stark contrast to the images shown in Part 1. 

Yes, there is beauty in my city. 

What I Wore:

Dress: Vintage, thrifted (I don't care for dolman sleeves, but this one was a winner)

Jewelry: TJMaxx, Nordstrom, Kohls, Thrifted

Booties: Levity

Handbag: Dooney & Bourke

It's good to be home, #detroitusa

What I Wore: Casual Friday

I'm writing this post from my home state: Michigan! I'm a native of Detroit, and although I love the natural beauty that is California - it feels too good to be home for a visit!

Not only because of the overflow of love, visits, and good times with family/friends; but because of the feeling that I am truly grounded here. I am connected to this place. I guess that is indeed the nostalgia of being...home.

Dress: Cynthia Rowley

Jewelry & Sandals: Jessica Simpson