d.i.y. peonies dress

this weekend, i experimented with textures. not too daring (ha!), but something i'm not used to...i've had this vintage dress for many years now, and i can't seem to part with it. i bought it from a thrift store called "jet rag" when i lived in los angeles. i love the colors, the peonies, and silk texture. AND it's the first piece of clothing i have ever altered. the dress was alot larger and actually had pockets, but since i altered it to fit me and i didn't really know how to add/keep the pockets, i just sewed it. i bought the long sleeve lace from a-wear when we were in dublin. xx

dress: vintage thrifted

lace cover: a-wear

shoes: nordstrom rack

bag: gifted vintage louis vouiton

pearls: gifts from husband

where the streets have no name

i wore this outfit when we visited trim castle. we initially thought that this castle was a concert video location for u2, but it was actually slane castle. however, as a tribute to an irish band i have grown to love, the title of this post is from one of my favorite music from them. a fun fact about this castle is that if you have ever seen braveheart, you will recognize this castle.

about the outfit, i bought it at a-wear while in dublin. i enjoyed shopping there, but the ticket prices are insane! i wore the dress with black leggings and booties since it was a bit cold. i loved wearing this lace dress/all black outfit with my red scarf and belt. xx

dress: a-wear
scarf: unknown brand
belt: nordstrom
leggings: j crew
booties: nordstrom rack

please don't let me be misunderstood (the animals)

i wore this outfit on sunday. i went to l.a. and orange county to see my cousin try on some of the most gorgeous wedding gowns, especially on her of course! ;) while in l.a., i had a chance to meet up briefly with one of my bffs. it was a fun day!

Dress: Lush
Jacket: Collection B
Clutch: Banana Republic
Belt: H&M
Shoes: Cole Haan
Necklace: Nordstrom Rack