Obsessed with... The three tone snake jewel Lanvin dress

'Cos it's just awesome

InstaReal: Playing Saturday Night Dress-up

I always conclude the same thing: need to buy less black.

Please give me your stuff: Jessica Alba

You might be thinking, why her? I think the photos will tell the story. I dislike picking those celebs that have their clothes constantly picked out by stylists as we don't really know what is actually their style, don't we? I prefer the paparazzi shots (however disturbing it might be to think of someone being constantly followed and photographed, but if I was getting millions, I wouldn't mind, stop bitching celebs, they are giving you free publicity). Those pics are the real deal. Showing them go in and out of grocery stores, children's classes, doctor's appointments and all those freaky little places where you wish nobody would EVER photograph you. It serves the purpose though. It show celebs in their every day outfits which they have picked out themselves. (This is the reason Britney Spears will never be in this section, because of this). Also, you can clearly notice the pattern - the items that define their style.

What defines Jessica's style: 

Accessories (and lots of them) - this girl is not afraid of a scarf and a hat. Actually she wears them all the time. They match her glasses, flats, bags etc. They warm her up and give a casual feel to all her outfits. We can actually conclude she is obsessed with them. Maybe people can learn from this. And of course - her fedora. In winter or summer.
I especially love when she doubles up - scarf and a hat. That's daring and magnificent. When done right as in the first photo of the second row (stilettos!!)

Colors - She embraces them. Cuddles them. Rocks in them. Enough said.

Blazers (+scarves) - The only piece of outfit that I could die without. I dare you to find a good replacement. I dare you!

Jeans (and pants of all sorts) - There is only a handful of pics of her in dresses, excluding the red carpet section bellow.

Layers - she loves to pile them on, as any scarf loving person does (me, me, although I am sincerely cold all the time except in July and August).

All of the above (scarves, hats, colors, blazers, jeans and layers) - these were too good to leave out.

Skirts and long dresses - some minority garments in her wardrobe. They are probably the first to be deported in the spring cleaning. Just a horrible joke. Every post needs one.

And now... TA DA DA DA! (whaaa whaaa ... pump it up pump it in and let me begin..; who gets it, gets it)

Exactly what you have all been waiting for. The fully staged, sparkling red carpet looks.

If you can pick a favorite from this mush, leave it in the comment bellow (I'll take 5th row, 3rd to the left as the description, just don't write - the one with the scarf, sigh).

But I do like her style, or she wouldn't be in this section. I am just in a sarcastic mood today.

cmok!

The structured black dress

Miroslava, you did good.

photo by jakandjil

Real: How to wear a white lace dress

Umm... you must be thinking... who is this girl to tell me how to wear anything? Well, I didn't mean to be bossy in my title but "suggestions on how to wear a white lace dress" might not be as punchy or attention grabbing. I will take the risk of sounding a bit preachy for you to see how a simple but overwhelmingly beautiful white lace dress (thank you my friends for giving me such an inspiring present) can be worn in many occasions and look just the way you want it. From casual, a night out, to a girly brunch, there is a lot of room for imagination. 


Oh, did I mention that my stuff doesn't cost a fortune? No need to break the piggy bank.


Dress worn in all the photos is a zara white lace dress from the spring summer 2012 collection. Buy it here ($89.90) and get imaginative.


All photos by Alessandra Agurcia <3
(p.s. click on images for BIG versions)

Starting off with a casual look

very city chic


I love pairing a military jacket with such a delicate lace dress. Add on some comfy boots and a belt to keep the shape... perfect for a day out in the city

jacket: h&m

boots: zara

belt: h&m

headband: zara

watch: michael kors

glasses: ray ban

bracelets: one by h&m, 

other made in barcelona

rings: vintage

Another casual look

perfect for a sunday funday

Never think that shirts can't be worn over dresses. Why not? Is there a rule book on this? I liked to keep girly accessories, like wedges, pearls and sparkles, just so I don't look like a farm girl.

dress: zara

plaid shirt: h&m

bag: zara

wedges: jessica simpson

jewelry: forever21

Let's bring it up a noch with a 

girly look

 I am wearing flats! But these are an elegant pair (sara version of the valentino stunners)

My favorite costume jewelry necklace over a closed front dress - it's just what I like + pink lipstick

dress: zara

shoes: zara

necklace: forever21

love that one

glasses: ray ban

Now we're going for 

the clubbing look.

I adore this jacket as it can be worn over anything. I like to toughen it up with red lipstick and killer heels. These are very very high, I am almost as tall as a model in these ;), got to get in those clubs.

dress: zara

jacket: zara

clutch: random, alexander mcqueen rip off.

 love the nyc stores for variety

ring: h&m

shoes: jessica simpson

And last but not least

Girly with a neon detail

Want to look sexy and sweet at the same time. 

Maybe for a date night, outing with the girls...

I love neutral heels as they elongate my legs 

(being a tiny squirt as I am, that's a good thing)

dress: zara

belt: forever21

watch: michael kors

bracelets: h&m

ring: forever21

heels: zara

Don't be so boring and try some of this out.

Also, what's your favorite? Comment bellow!

xoxo

Black sheer!

Why do we love sheer so much? You know the answer. Because it's the good and the evil, the black and the white...because it shows and it hides at the same time. You can be sexy but always leave them wondering. 


I am sure that girls would always find a way to make it look totally hoochy. I refer to is as a "hidden talent." You have seen those examples... When they are wearing the right dress but the wrong size (almost always two sizes too small), with the wrong accessories, the too-tall heels they don't know how to walk in, and probably...fishnets (note: fishnets CAN look good when worn right).  When you cringe and look away, just imagine these images and go back to your happy place.

I adore long sheer skirts. Own one!

Dare you to wear short shorts underneath!

Since this is all black... I couldn't help but look at it on the bright side...

Kate Beckinsale looking as gorgeous as ever in white sheer dress...

Now I dare you to wear that one and pretend your body has as little flaws as hers...