THE FINE PRINT

Though normally, my motto for weekend dressing is comfy and simple, I must admit, every once in while I really enjoy trading in my weekend uniform for something a bit more glamorous, getting my hair and make up done and spending an evening somewhere fabulous... Luckily, last Saturday was exactly such an occasion. One of my good friends got married and since the ceremony was really formal, I got to dress up and wear what is probably my favorite dress of all time.

I found it on a recent trip to Ted Baker, and snatched it up as  quickly as humanly possible. The funny thing is that I don't wear print all that much. You know me, I am very comfortable in my solid brights or black and white. Yet, every once in a while, when I come across a printed gown as gorgeous as the one I am wearing in today's post, I kick myself for not wearing print more often. 

But of course not all prints are created equal. What I love about this one is how delicate, elegant and feminine it is. Oh, and that stark contrast between vibrant red and soft pink is just out-of-this-world beautiful. Honestly, when I came a cross a dress like this, I find myself wishing I could dress up  everyday... Ah, wouldn't that be fun! Are you guys with me on this one? :) 

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TED BAKER Nelum maxi dress, Isla patent cross body bag & Neevo pointed toe court shoes | NIALAYA Skyfall collection gold jewel ear cuff 

BOTANICAL BRIGHT

Good morning, Everyone! Hope your weekend is going great! I am so honored to team up with ShopStyle and Luisaviaroma to talk about some of my favorite Spring/Summer 2014 trends. Given my penchant for bright colors and botanical prints, I suppose it's only natural that the "Plant Food" trend is one of my favorites this season. Though it may seem a bit intimidating at first, I think the key to wearing this bold trend is by pairing botanical-print pieces with solid colors, thereby making the print the focal point of your look. Unless of course you are feeling particularly adventurous, in which case feel free to rock it head-to-toe! 

Another favorite trend this season is the "Laser Trail", characterized by sharply cut edges, laser cut details and strategic cut-outs. Fun and edgy, I think one of the reasons I love this trend so much is because laser-cuts create such interesting textures. Though, I suppose another reason why is because  I am a bit partial to any light and feminine trends and laser-cuts definitely give fabrics a very delicate feeling, a bit reminiscent of lace. Not really sure there is a wrong way to rock this trend, because it looks great with just about anything. 

Todays look incorporates both my favorite trends. Because I wanted to keep all of the attention on the botanical print sweatshirt, I paired it with a mesh laser-cut edge perfection of a skirt and strappy heels, both in white. To finish the look, I added just a few accessories in complementary colors and a super bright mani in a matching shade of orange. 

What about you guys, any favorite trends this season? 

MSGM cotton fleece sweatshirt  { also love this print } | AVIU techno mesh skirt | Gucci Soho bag { more favorite black cross body bags here & here } | Saint Laurent Jane ankle strap sandals { currently craving these white Saint Laurent pumps } | BaubleBar earrings { also love these } | White leather wrap bracelet - old { more favorites here, here & here } 

Thank you for reading

& Keep On Smiling,

LOVE,

Annabelle 

This post was brought to you by ShopStyle & LuisaviaRoma. 

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