SIMPLE GEOMETRY

Back in my favorite weekend uniform, i.e. a pair of distressed jeans, oversized shirt and fun heels. Funny, but of all the things I wear, this particular combination is the one I feel most comfortable in. And sure, high heels are not exactly synonymous with comfort, but you know me, I am not flats kind of a gal. In fact, I've gotten so used to wearing heels anything below 3 inches is comfortable and therefore qualifies as weekend wear... Though for pumps as gorgeous as the ones from Paul Andrew I am wearing in today's post, I gladly break the 3 inch rule:) 

RAG & BONE The Skinny jeans | BANANA REPUBLIC soft-wash poplin tunic | CHANEL Boy flap bag in perforated leather | PAUL ANDREW Zenadia high heel pump | GILLIAN JULIUS  multi tube bracelets 

THE 70s FLARE

I love skinny jeans! I love them a lot in fact, but after wearing skinnies pretty much non stop for the past few years, I am ready to add something different to my denim repertoire. 

Why flares, you ask? Why not straight leg or boyfriend, for example? Well, mainly because I think flare is probably one of the most flattering jean-shapes there is, provided of course they fit properly. Like any other girl who is 5.8 and has a penchant for sky-high heels, when I talk about the proper fit, it's all about the length!

I have a few pet peeves when it comes to clothing, but all of them pale in comparison to my hatred of short jeans and pants. When flares are long enough ( go all the way to the ground and cover your footwear completely), you look like you're 20 feet tall and the have the longest pair of legs in the universe, but when they're too short, well, let's just say the results aren't pretty :) 

So, after trying a million different pairs on, here is what I found :

Most jeans come in 32 or 34 length. I tried 34 on, and though they look alright at first ( not all the way to the floor but pretty darn close ), they tend to ride up as you walk and eventually end up looking way too short. 

35 length was definitely good but 36 was even better:) Unfortunately, I found only a few denim labels that make jeans this long. If I had to choose two favorites, I would go with Stella McCartney and FRAME Denim, the later being my particular obsession at the moment due to a few amazing styles and washes! 

What about you guys, how do you feel about the flare? 

Stella McCartney The 70th Flare jeans | Sandro sweater & Vega jacket { in cobalt blue here } | Free People school boy hat | Chanel Boy flap bag in perforated leather | Wanderlust & Co chevron double silver ring 

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& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,

Annabelle  

GOING GRAY

Good morning, Everyone! Hope you all had a wonderful weekend! 

I wanted to take this opportunity to say hello and share a few images of the cutest Editor pants I picked up at Express over the weekend. I've actually been shopping for a gray pant suit for some time now, but haven't been able to find exactly what I was looking for. Well, that changed very quickly once I tried this one on:) Aside from the fact that I absolutely adore this shade of gray, the suit jacket is a perfect combination of tailoring and the nonchalant slouchiness I am very fond of. But, I think one of the biggest reasons I fell in love with this suit is the fit of the pants. As I have mentioned before, when it comes to dress pants, I prefer a slightly less tapered fit and longer length. This particular fit insures I can dress them up with heels and a cute clutch or down, paired with flats and a tee. And as far as length is concerned, these ones happen to be just perfect! Long enough so that I can wear them with heels, yet not so long that my shoes are completely covered ( I mean what is the point of wearing cute shoes if no one can see them ). I also really like the way this length works with flats. I am a bit obsessed with cuffing my pants at the moment, as you may have noticed, and I find that rolling the edge twice tends to look the best. Any more than that sometimes looks a bit bulky and less just doesn't create the desired effect. 

Finally, since I am more than a little bit addicted to dress pants and wear them quite a bit, I find that a little stretch can go a long way:) Aside from the fact that it helps to create a more flattering fit, it also ensures that the pants retain their shape throughout the day. In other words, no stretchy knees or other parts which tend to stretch out after sitting down :) 

What about you guys, what do you look for in dress pants? 

EXPRESS 24 inch blazer, pants & wool felt fedora hat { in camel here } | Stuart Weitzman The Leman oxford | Chanel Boy flap bag in perforated leather | Wanderlust & Co chevron double silver ring 

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& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,

Annabelle  

BEA ON MISSION

Good morning, Everyone! Hope your week is going great so far! 

Though by now, I am sure you are well aware of my weakness for leather jackets in general, this pastel blue biker number is one of my all time favorites. The combination of pastel leather with edgier details like zippers, quilting and buckles, makes this one a complete show stopper and my go-to leather topper for whenever the weather gets warmer! 

I've worn it on countless occasions with anything from dresses and skirts to more casual pieces like jeans and shorts and it always manages to complete a look in the most amazing way. A perfect finishing touch to any ensemble, I have a feeling you'll be seeing quite a bit of it in the near future, now that the weather is warming up:) Hope you guys don't mind! 

Boda Skins Kay Michaels quilted biker jacket | Acne Studious Adriana metallic light gold sneakers | MARC BY MARC JACOBS Bea on Mission tee | Rag & Bone The Skinny jeans | Chanel Boy flap bag in perforated leather |  Rue Gembon Keianna gunmetal rings 

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& Keep On Smiling,

LOVE,

Annabelle 

VARSITY BLUES

Good morning, Everyone! How is your weekend going so far? 

Emil and I have been fighting over this Sandro jacket ever since he got it a few weeks ago. Though normally, he is completely fine with me raiding his closet from time to time, this jacket just happens to be one of his favorites and he wears it non stop. Well... after weeks of nagging and begging, I was finally allowed to borrow it for a day! Of course, my long term plan is to make it a permanent part of my closet, but a day is a start:) 

Why so obsessed you may ask? Well, aside from the fact that I love the combination of leather and wool in general, this one just happens to be a perfect example of that oversized slouchiness I so admire in varsity jackets:) Though I tried to achieve the same look by trying on bigger sizes in a few women's styles, they never looked quite right. Instead of slouchy, they just looked plain big:) Basically not cute at all! 

So, now that I found exactly what I was looking for, hanging in Emil's closet nonetheless, I sincerely hope my long term plan works! Or at least maybe we can share on more regular basis:)!

Sandro varsity jacket { similar here } | Rag & Bone The Skinny jeans | Equipment Lucien crew neck sweater | Chanel Boy flap bag in perforated leather | Sergio Rossi Saddle over-the-knee boots { in burgundy here } | Coordinates Legend bracelet | Wanderlust & Co rings

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& Keep On Smiling,

LOVE, 

Annabelle  

PLAID IN SAN LUIS OBISPO

Good morning, Everyone! Hope you are all enjoying your weekend! 

I wanted to say a quick hello and share a few pics Emil and I took in San Luis Obispo on the way back from San Simeon. As I have mentioned in the past, Emil and I love taking these mini driving trips along California coast line. 

Since normally,  it takes about 4 - 5 hours to get to San Simeon and I am the biggest baby in the world and become pretty restless after spending even 2 hours in the car, we always make a few stops along the way. A coffee and a quick walk in Santa Barbara, lunch in San Luis Obispo ( an incredibly charming town, by the way ) not only breaks up the monotony of driving but also gives us a chance to explore a few wonderful coastal towns. For example, this time around, we spent a few hours walking around San Luis Obispo and I have to say, it's one of my new favorite places ever! So, if you ever decide to make this trip, I definitely recommend making a stop. Oh, and you have to check out Scout Coffee on Garden Street! Best coffee I ever had, hands down! :) 

Oversized plaid coat via Storets | TROA Rider mid-rise skinny jeans in black onyx | Chanel Boy flap bag | Isabel Marant Royston suede buckle boots { similar here & here } | Alice McCall x Cast Eyewear Love Cats sunglasses via Pixie Market | Wanderlust & Co rings 

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& Keep On Smiling,

LOVE, 

Annabelle  

ROCKING RED

Good morning, Everyone! I hope you are enjoying your Saturday! Clearly my obsession with dresses continues, and this glossy tweed number is my latest favorite:) Aside from having a bit of a weakness for red in general, lately, I can't get enough of the fit and flare silhouette.

The main reason of course is that it pairs beautifully with just about anything, from heels to flats and blazers to leather jackets (one of my favorite combinations), but also because there is something so feminine and elegant about this particular shape. What about you, how do you feel about fit and flare dresses? 

Shoshanna Naama dress { also here } | BCBGMAXAZRIA Tarik print-blocked jacket | Chanel Boy flap bag | L.A.M.B. sandals - old { similar options here & here } | Miu Miu cat eye sunglasses | Vita Fede ultra titan crystal ring & mini titan bracelet / L'Oreal nail polish in "Sweet Nothings" 

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& Keep On Smiling,

LOVE,

Annabelle