FRIDAY FAVORITES

Happy Friday! What are your plans for this weekend? I’m excited for some time to relax & have fun with the family. Here are some of the things I’m currently loving &/ or coveting.

……see below for My Friday Faves……

 

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  1. dress/ JOA   2.sunnies/ Chloe   3. crossbody bag/ Rebecca Minkoff   4. sandals/ Rag & Bone    5. perfume/ Calypso St. Barths     6. fresh cut flowers/ Ode a la Rose

 

Hope you have an amazing weekend!

XO,

Zoe

 

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The Look #25- Weekend Getaway: “Boho Beach”

Summer is in full force & so far I have been enjoying every free moment….It’s so nice when Friday finally arrives and you’ve got the weekend to look forward to. It seems like everyone works so hard year round but summer is the best time to take some extra moments, days or even weeks (!) to really unplug and unwind….

For the times when a full vacation is not possible, the weekend getaway can be just as good! Which leaves us with the ultimate question, what should You bring & what should You wear?

For weekends, I’m currently loving a “boho beach vibe” with little embroidered tops, denim skirts or shorts, metallic sandals, & a great off the shoulder or ruffled cold shoulder dress that will take you from a day at the beach to dinner out on the town.

Here are some of my favorite pieces for that poolside or beach town getaway….

1) day to night dress

2) embroidered top

3) denim shorts

4) lace off the shoulder top

5) denim skirt

6) metallic sandals

7) boho beach tote

 

Get The Look:

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  1. beach tote/ MISA      2. dress /MAJORELLE   3. dress/ ASOS    4.dress/ PRIVACY PLEASE    5. metallic sandals/ ASOS   6.denim shorts/ BLANK NYC   7. asymetrical top/ RAHICALI      8.embroidered top/ MISA LOS ANGELES     9. embroidered top/ LINE+DOT     10. aloha beach bag/ KAYU    11. metallic wedges/ TOPSHOP    12. lace top/ BB DAKOTA    13. top/ TOPSHOP  (similar HERE)     14.lace top/ TULAROSA    15. denim skirt/ JOE’S JEANS

 

Happy Summer!

Xo, Zoe

 

 

All the Best Ruffles & Statement Sleeves for Spring/ Summer….The Look #24

Lately I’m loving pretty pastel colors, cotton shirting fabrics & delicate lace. There are so many gorgeous ruffled tops & fabulous statement sleeves in the stores right now…Embrace these pretty looks with edgy vibes in these Spring/ Summer favorites…The off the shoulder look is still going strong, but why not change it up a bit in a one shoulder style or an asymmetrical ruffled blouse? This is THE season of the dramatic blouse & it looks great with distressed denim: jeans, skirts or shorts. Pair this look with some amazing new flatform shoes & a dramatic or playful new handbag for an effortless & chic look.

Here’s one of my favorite new Instagram looks that’s feminine & chic & also affordable….

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Shop this top here!

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Here are my current favorite RUFFLED tops & STATEMENT SLEEVES

for SPRING/ SUMMER 2017….all in pretty PASTEL COLORS

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1. ruffled playsuit/ Alice McCall

 2. ruffled halter frill top/ Airlie

3. one shoulder ruffle top/ Stylekeepers

4. button down ruffle shirt/ Stylekeepers

5. asymmetrical top/ Clu

6. cold shoulder w/ tiered ruffle sleeves/ Endless Rose

7. cold shoulder top w/ ruffle sleeves/ J.O.A.

8. statement sleeve wrap top/ Lioness

 

 Which one is your favorite style? Leave a comment below

XO, Zoe

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The Look #23- The Best Little White Dresses To Wear This Spring-Summer #Oufitinspo #SS17

Hope you had a great holiday weekend! I’m so happy that spring has finally arrived here in NYC & enjoying the warm weather….One of my all time favorite things to wear in the summer is a little white dress & this season will be no exception. A simple white dress screams Spring/ Summer & can be worn season after season as it actually never seems to go out of style….

For those who like improvising, add a cool studded belt, a fringed bohemian style bag or leather booties to wear it in a cool way. Simple, sexy & confident is the way to go!

Here is the outfit I wore for Easter brunch with the family…..this is one of my go-to favorites & I just love the lace fabric & off the shoulder details. I also like how it can be dressed up or down or even worn over a pair of jeans for your weekend adventures….

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Here’s some of my favorite new White Dresses that are feminine & chic & perfect for the SPRING-SUMMER season! I’ve rounded up some similar styles & linked my favorites in different price categories, but most are affordable & around $100 or under

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Shop The Look: CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT

1. cotton eyelet dress/ Line & Dot ($110)  2. lace off the shoulder dress/ BB Dakota ($100)   3. ruffle dress/ De Lacy ($136)  4. lace romper/ Mustard Seed ($82)  5. crochet lace dress/ RahiCali  ($88)  6. off the shoulder dress/ Lulu’s ($48)  6. lace dress/ Topshop ($85)    7. tiered sundress / Asos ($45)

What are your favorite looks for summer? Do you have a go-to style each season? Leave a comment below

XO,

Zoe

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The Look #21- The “Ruffles on Ruffles” Trend for Spring ’17- #outfitinspo

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Hello & Happy Friday! I’m getting excited for this weekend & a chance to unwind….Last week I wore this Asos ruffle top (sold out) & my new favorite Articles of Society jeans for a fun lunch date in Brooklyn….

With SPRING/ SUMMER weather right around the corner, it’s time to finally start getting your new wardrobe in order! One TREND that’s set to continue is “Ruffles on Ruffles” in pretty, happy spring colors! Now is the time to ditch the black winter clothes & start adding some fun & flirty tops & romantic ruffled dresses. With the Ruffle Trend, more is always more, so let the ruffling begin….Weather you will be hitting the city streets or heading out of town on a much-needed tropical Vay-cay, be sure to include something with Ruffles in your assortment

 

This is one of my absolute favorite trends this season & there are so many variations….

Here are my current faves for the Ruffle Trend in affordable prices to splurge-worthy styles:

My Top 5 Favorite Ruffle Tops:

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1. H & M– this top is so affordable & also great for work

 2. ASOS– love the color & details on this blouse, it’s perfect for brunch or for a date night

3.MOON RIVER– fun & flirty & combines the off-shoulder trend with the ruffle trend

4. ENDLESS ROSE(currently on sale!) my all-time fave blouse of the season, ruffles on ruffles & so romantic

5. MISA LOS ANGELES– this top is just simply amazing!

 

My Top 5 Favorite Ruffle Dresses:

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  1. LIONESS– such a cute dress with delicate ruffle details
  2. VAVA BY JOY HAN–  another amazing dress that’s perfect for a spring getaway!
  3. MISA LOS ANGELES– the perfect little white day dress
  4. LOVERS & FRIENDS– a cute & flirty day dress
  5. SELF PORTRAIT– this dress is just to die for…..the color, the fabric, the cut, it’s just everything…

    What do you think about the Ruffle trend for Spring Summer 2017? Which one is your favorite? Leave a comment below

    XO, Zoe

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The Look #19-“Ruffled & Ripped” White Tops & Dresses with Denim & Bright Handbags…. #Outfitinspo for Spring ’17

It’s been so warm and sunny the past few days in NYC!

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I’m getting so excited for the NEW SPRING SEASON & thinking about all the fun tops and pretty dresses to wear when the weather stays warm for good. I know everyone has their “go-to” looks and special timeless favorites that they come back to time & time again….For me it’s always been the pretty white tops & dresses paired with denim that really sets the mood for me for early spring. My closet seems to be filled with cotton, chiffon & lacy little white dresses and tops that I never seem to tire of & I always LOVE to pull them out again at the first signs of spring. I think this is such a classic and feminine look that always looks fantastic & perfectly accessorized with gold jewelry and edgy leather accessories mixed with pops of color.

The off the shoulder trend is still going strong this season….as well as bell sleeves, ruffles and one shoulder style tops and dresses. Pair your ruffled tops with ripped denim & cool leather with soft lace….

Here is a recent #OOTD I wore for a lunch date that I posted on INSTAGRAM.

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This top is currently on sale (here) & almost sold out, but I’ve put together some on my favorite similar looks that I’m currently coveting…..also A NEW POST is COMING SOON with images of my fave STYLE ICONS wearing this current look.

Check out some of my new favorite WHITE & DENIM items for the Spring season.  As always, have fun, be fearless, stay optimistic & WEAR it NOW OR WEAR it later….

THE LOOK is yours!

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THE LOOK

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  1. off the shoulder sweater/ ENDLESS ROSE   2. lace top/ TULAROSA    3.sunglasses/ STELLA MCCARTNEY   4. one shoulder top/ SANTORINI   5. sandals/  SAM EDELMAN 6.dress/ J.O.A.  7. handbag/ MACKAGE   8. ripped ankle jeans/ DL 1961   9. washed ripped jeans/ FRAME   10. skinny jeans/ ARTICLES OF SOCIETY  11.ripped denim/ ARTICLES OF SOCIETY   12. backpack/ BETSEY JOHNSON   13. handbag/ REBECCA MINKOFF  14. necklace/ MARISA MASON   15. handbag/ KATE SPADE

XO, Zoe

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Ruffles, Embroidery & Metallics

 HOW TO START WEARING THE NEW SPRING TRENDS IN WINTER…


Lately, I’ve been dreaming about the upcoming spring summer season & finding ways to start adding in the new style trends into my current winter look. I’ve been loving all things PINK and RUFFLED with METALLIC accessories, pastel hued FAUX FUR & bold EMBROIDERIES. It’s also fun to play with different fabric textures & SATIN is definitely set to replace fall’s VELVET looks this spring.

You can wear SATIN & RUFFLES for day & mix with RIPPED DENIM & boots, or dress it up for night time with heels and bold accessories. Speaking about accessories…it’s a fun way to get a jump on the spring summer trends  a little bit early.

I wore this ZARA faux fur coat with a TOPSHOP satin ruffle top (on sale!), my favorite J BRAND ripped jeans & new TOPSHOP metallic booties (on sale!) &  embroidered handbag. This is such a fun & affordable look!

Stepping into January with optimism & thinking about bright & happy days……the best is yet to come…… Happy 2017

XO,

Zoe

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THE LOOK

FAUX FUR COAT/ ZARA  (sold out, but similar HERE & HERE )

RUFFLE BLOUSE/ TOPSHOP

DENIM/ J BRAND (similar here)

BOOTIES/ TOPSHOP  (similar HERE & HERE)

HANDBAG/ TOPSHOP -(sold out, but similar here & here)

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THINK PINK: the new color trend to wear in 2017-

The hottest hue for Spring 2017 just happens to be my personal favorite: Pink.

Embrace your feminine & romantic side this season with light as air chiffon dresses & flirty ruffled tops. Pair dusty pink accessories with bleached out denim & develop your sense of whimsy.

Here’s to a Pretty in Pink 2017…..Get inspired…..

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Happy 2017!     

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Happy New Year! The Best #Outfitposts of 2016

Happy New Year Babes! I hope you are all excited about 2017…..I know I’m excited for this new beginning and the chance to start over again….I don’t know if I really believe in New Year’s resolutions though….I feel like the beginning of the year is just a good time to asses everything you’ve accomplished and to plan ahead for the goals you want to achieve going forward.

One thing I’ve learned is that setting goals is fun, but actually working towards your goals takes determination & commitment. You really have to decide what you want to do & then just go ahead and really do it. Do the work. Take the daily steps that you need to do to move towards your goal. And believe in yourself! Because at the end of the day it really is about the daily journey and not the end result. It’s really all about the person that you become while you are on that journey….

“Life is the moment we’re living right now” The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Here are some of my favorite 2016 Outfit Post Images from the Blog & Instagram:

It’s been so fun to work on the blog & I’m excited to share more content in 2017 & to continue to evolve with more trend & style inspiration, curated looks & outfit posts for Rock Paper Sequins.

Happy New Year!

 

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The Look # 15-Faux Fur & Ruffles- Winter Chic

Winter is here! And it’s so cold out! I’m spending my first winter in ages in NYC and it’s a bit of a shock to the system after so many years in sunny California. But still, it can be fun to bundle up when the temperatures drop. The super cold weather is no an excuse to stop looking cute, but still it can be a bit of a challenge at times.

This winter season I’m loving cozy faux fur jackets and the cutest sweaters with ruffles and lace-up details paired with denim and fun booties. There’s so much cute stuff out there in the stores right now…. Also, why not add some unexpected dashes of color to your winter outfits? Too much black & grey will leave you feeling drab, so throw in some shots of bold color with your neutrals to instantly lift up your mood. Then pile on chic layers and top off with your scarf, hat, gloves & a cool statement bag & you’re good to go…..

Here’s some inspiration to create your own winter casual look that will keep you feeling chic & warm….

THE LOOK: FUN. CASUAL. CHIC- “Faux Fur & Ruffles”

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THE LOOK

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FAUX FUR COAT/ NASTY GAL       COLD SHOULDER SWEATER/ STYLE MAFIA       FAUX FUR COAT/ ZARA     LATTICE BACK SWEATER/ MISS SELFRIDGE     FAUX FUR LEOPARD COAT/ ZARA      DISTRESSED JEANS/ BLANK NYC      LACE-UP SWEATER/ PAM & GELA     RUFFLE TOP/ STORETS     CHELSEA BOOTS/ TOPSHOP      FAUX FUR COAT/ TOPSHOP      ZIP MINI CROSSBODY BAG/ REBECCA MINKOFF      EMBROIDERED JEANS/ TOPSHOP     CROSSBODY BAG/ TOPSHOP    BUCKLE BOOTS/ TOPSHOP     SKINNY ANKLE JEANS/ PAIGE

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Pinterest @Iheartjuliette / Fall Closet Wish List  HERE

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Pinterest @Iheartjuliette / Details Handbags Shoes HERE

I hope you find some great style inspiration for this winter season!

XO, Zoe

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