I See You

In the past, many fashion risk takers who have dared to don see-through clothing have been penalized to some version of a  "Would You be Caught Dead In This" list of fashion mishaps.  But lately, with so many cute lingerie lines out there, such as my favorite, SKIVVIES by For Love & Lemons, it's almost a damn shame to not let your pretty underthings show!!  This lovely see through lace dress is not only girly and feminine, but it's the perfect piece to showcase your sexy skivvies, which, let's face it, are a fashion statement on their own!

This trend of see through lace/ sheer dresses and tops is one that I'm feeling, if done in a tasteful way. Some pieces I've seen are downright gorgeous if you ask me. (Did y'all catch the Beyonces and J Lo's at the MET Gala this year??)  Just stunning.  What do you guys think? Would you dare to go see through?

xo Karen

Outfit Details:

Dress: Luna Boutique

Bra: For Love and Lemons

Bodysuit: DKNY

Necklace: (No longer avail, here is similar) Vanessa Mooney

Boots: Steve Madden

Sunglasses: Michael Kors

Backpack: (similar) Luna Boutique

Photography: Kelly Ridgeway and Betz Dauterman (ZY2PHOTO Photography)

Pink (Floyd) Wall

Shooting against this wall got me thinking of my favorite Pink Floyd song....

"So, so you think you can tell, Heaven from Hell,

Blue skies from pain.

Can you tell a green field from a cold steel rail?

A smile from a veil?

Do you think you can tell? "

"Did they get you to trade your heroes for ghosts?

Hot ashes for trees?

Hot air for a cool breeze? Cold comfort for change?

And did you exchange a walk on part in the war

 for a lead role in a cage?"

 

"How I wish, how I wish you were here.

We're just two lost souls swimming in a fish bowl,

Year after year,

Running over the same old ground.

What have we found?

The same old fears. 

Wish you were here..."

                                 -Pink Floyd

Outfit Details:


Moto Jacket: BLANK NYC
Necklace: Vanessa Mooney (no longer avail)
White Tee: Brandy Melville
Wax Jeans: Flying Monkey
Shoes: Rachel Roy  (similar)
Bag: Balenciaga
Photography: Rahil Hashim

Gypsy Unchained

"So I'm back...back to the gypsy that I was...

And it all comes down to you

Well, you know that it does

And lightning strikes, maybe once, maybe twice

Oh and it lights up the night

And you see your gypsy

You see your gypsy..."

"To the gypsy that remains faces freedom with a little fear

I have no fear, I have only love

And if I was a child

Then the child was enough

Enough for me to love

Enough to love..."

"She is dancing away from me now

She was just a wish

She was just a wish

And a memory is all that is left for you now

You see your gypsy, oh

You see your gypsy..."

-Fleetwood Mac

Outfit Details:

Headress: Gypsy Unchained

Bag: Free People

Blouse: Kimchi Blue ( no longer avail)

Pants: Novella Royale

Necklace: Urban Outfitters (no longer avail)

Bracelets: The Lace Project

Ring: Vanessa Mooney (similar)

Photography: Rahil Hashim

xo Karen

Fall Floral Layering

Fall is finally here! Time to rock those layers, sweaters, scarves and high boots! Though leaves are falling, and it's indeed getting chillier, the weather in Southern California is still in the 70's and still warm most days.  How to dress for fall when it's not quite sweater weather where you are? Wear light layers! This floral kimono from  Love and Stitches Boutique is a perfect light piece to wear over a simple tank and pair with all the fall accessories...knee high socks, suede boots and a hat! Throw on some statement jewelry and you're good to go!

All the little details....

Floral Kimono: Love and Stitches Boutique

Necklace, Ring, Brushed Metallic Bracelets: Vanessa Mooney

Hat, Jeans: Brandy Melville

Beaded Bracelets: The Lace Project

Knee High Socks (similar): Urban Outfitters

Boots (similar): Steve Madden

Photography: Vanessa Viola Photography

xo Karen