Metallics & Lace

Hi! :)

As promised, here is my outfit for the Blogger's Night Out at the Ritz Carlton Tysons Corner on Sunday! 

Trench: H&M (stolen borrowed from my sister, similar in red) Top: Nordstrom Rack (similar for $13!) Skirt: H&M ($15 on clearance! similar, in love with this one) Belt: Loft (sold out, love this option) Shoes: Diana (from Tokyo, see similar options here) Clutch: Aldo (old, similar for $25) Necklace & Bangle: Raided from mom's jewelry box (close up of necklace here) Watch: Michael Kors Earrings: TJ Maxx

I originally put this outfit on for Valentine's Day but thought it looked a little too summer-y (and it was like 30 degrees outside) so I opted for a darker color that day. But I do love the lace on lace, the crisp white skirt, and the contrasting metallics of silver cap toes & clutch and the gold/rose gold details on my belt, shirt buttons, & jewelry.

I wanted to take pictures outside because it was SUCH a beautiful day on Sunday! But I, of course, took forever getting ready and was scared we were going to be late so we ended up taking some indoor shots after the event ended. I am happy with how the quality of the pictures came out! :)

I was so happy when I found this skirt at H&M's winter clearance sale more than a month ago. Luckily it was the last one in my size and fit like a glove! It'll be the perfect skirt to pair with pastels, florals, neutrals, and more this summer! It'll even be an appropriate item to wear to work (now I just need a bright pink blazer... how amazing would that look?!?)

Tonight I am off to SXSW in Austin... super excited! It'll be my first ever music festival and since I had no freaking idea what to wear I used this as my guide for some outfit inspiration! Can't wait to share pictures when I get back!

Love love love,
~Kamola

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Flowers & Florals

White Blazer: H&M (similar, similar) Floral Dress: Banana Republic (old, love this, this, and this) Shoes: Bakers (super duper old, semi-similar) Python Purse: Coach (old but still available in outlet stores, super cute faux option) Necklace: The Limited Bangle: Mom's Bracelet: Banana Republic Factory Store Watch: Michael Kors

This was one of those days where everything felt perfect. Sun was shining, it was 90 degrees, the bf took me out for a quick lunch break and I got to play with flower petals! For the hottest day of the year so far, I wanted my outfit to scream summer and what better way to do that than florals?? Confession: I bought this dress over a year and a half ago and this was only my second time wearing it! I always thought I should reserve it for a dressy event such as a wedding or baby shower but pairing it with a white blazer definitely toned down the print, making it more work appropriate. Adding a pair of neutral heels, gold jewelry, and a blue-ish grey-ish purse was the perfect way to go. Speaking of the shoes, it's the second throwback piece in this outfit! (The dress is #1). I love finding a way to re-integrate these oldies into my current wardrobe... this is why you should always try to go for more timeless and classic pieces so it doesn't look like you are trying to bring back an old forgotten trend from high school!

Almost forgot! Linking up to Style Elixir's Style Sessions & Coffee Beans & Bobby Pins Friday's Five Link up!

Happy Thursday! Only one more day til Friday, Friday!
 83 boxes of shoes on the wall...
~Kamola

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Guest Blogging: Vogue & Vintage

If you're looking for me today I am guest blogging over at Vogue & Vintage! Kia uses her blog to share her inspiration photos, youtube videos, and pictures of her adorable little daughter. She recognized that there are new bloggers popping up and she wanted to help us out by putting us in the spotlight! Click here to check out my post and see the details of the outfit I am wearing!

Have a great weekend!

~Kamola

PS - We all know my name is Kamola not Kalona :)
PPS - Wearing shoe #79!
PPPS - Linking up with Coffee Beans & Bobby Pins!

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Guest Blogging: Vogue & Vintage

If you're looking for me today I am guest blogging over at Vogue & Vintage! Kia uses her blog to share her inspiration photos, youtube videos, and pictures of her adorable little daughter. She recognized that there are new bloggers popping up and she wanted to help us out by putting us in the spotlight! Click here to check out my post and see the details of the outfit I am wearing!

Have a great weekend!

~Kamola

PS - We all know my name is Kamola not Kalona :)

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