Dressing Up With Joy

February 21, 2018

Lookbook : Dress Effortlessly (In Chanel Cap Toe Flats Lookalike Shoes!)

Gap White Eyelet Top, Zara Cap Toe Flats, Zara Two Tone Ballerina flats, Gucci Marmont Soft Rose Small Flap Bag, Cap Toe Flats, Nud cap toe flats, Chanel cap toe flats lookalike. Chanel cap toe flats dupe, Chanel flats look for less, narrow cat eye glasses

I love simple, comfortable outfits that you can polish up with accessories. Whenever I am in a hurry or face 'I have noting to wear!" days, I often go for a blue jeans, a white blouse/top/shirt and stylish footwear and handbag to finish the effortless yet 'put together' look. For Spring/Summer, white eyelet cotton is one of my favorite fabrics and I love this Gap top I got last year. There are more versions of this top available this year and I love them all.
Gap White Eyelet Top, Zara Cap Toe Flats, Zara Two Tone Ballerina flats, Gucci Marmont Soft Rose Small Flap Bag, Cap Toe Flats, Nud cap toe flats, Chanel cap toe flats lookalike. Chanel cap toe flats dupe, Chanel flats look for less, narrow cat eye glasses
Top - Gap (from last year)// love the current versions HERE, HERE and HERE
Shoes - Zara // More options linked below
Gap White Eyelet Top, Zara Cap Toe Flats, Zara Two Tone Ballerina flats, Gucci Marmont Soft Rose Small Flap Bag, Cap Toe Flats, Nud cap toe flats, Chanel cap toe flats lookalike. Chanel cap toe flats dupe, Chanel flats look for less, narrow cat eye glasses
I have been eyeing Chanel cap toe flats for few years but could not bring myself to spend $750 on a a pair of shoes that I GUARANTEE I'll scuff within days if I want to enjoy wearing them without worry. Good thing is I don't need to because cap toe flats (specifically in nude and black combination) are such a big trend right now that almost all retailers have got some variation of this style on every budget. I am wearing flats from Zara and I have linked many more options in the end of he post. Scroll down for details! 
Gap White Eyelet Top, Zara Cap Toe Flats, Zara Two Tone Ballerina flats, Gucci Marmont Soft Rose Small Flap Bag, Cap Toe Flats, Nud cap toe flats, Chanel cap toe flats lookalike. Chanel cap toe flats dupe, Chanel flats look for less, narrow cat eye glasses

Gap White Eyelet Top, Zara Cap Toe Flats, Zara Two Tone Ballerina flats, Gucci Marmont Soft Rose Small Flap Bag, Cap Toe Flats, Nud cap toe flats, Chanel cap toe flats lookalike. Chanel cap toe flats dupe, Chanel flats look for less, narrow cat eye glasses



What are your favorite go-to items for an effortless look? I'd love to hear from you!
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February 16, 2018

Getting Ready For Spring: Bell Sleeves Dresses Are Still A Big Trend For 2018

H&M Calf length dress, H&M Pleated dress, H&M red floral midi dress, Spring Dresses 2018, Gucci Belt over midi dress, Gucci belt style ideas, Gucci Belt with dress, H&M tassel earrings
I wore this dress last week for SIMPLY style and beauty conference in NYC during Fashion Week (I had paired it with my Stuart Weitzman OTK boots, because it was cold that day) and many people asked me at the event (even Catt Sadler!) 'who makes this dress'? This H&M pleated floral dress was my impulse purchase during the last weeks of 2017, and I love it! It is pretty well made (H&M is not known for the quality TBH), has full lining and the fabric moves nicely with you. It has pretty bell shaped flutter sleeves (dramatic, exaggerated sleeves are still gong strong for 2018) and the length is just perfect for me (it is listed as a 'calf-length' dress on the website)- for reference, I am 5'8", and wearing H&M size 8 here). Some sizes are sold out int his color , but they have another ditsy floral print in this design that I absolutely love.

Shoes - Calvin Klein
Bag - Chanel // Pre-loved here //Here
Earring - H&M (they come in four fun colors)
Belt - Gucci


H&M Calf length dress, H&M Pleated dress, H&M red floral midi dress, Spring Dresses 2018, Gucci Belt over midi dress, Gucci belt style ideas, Gucci Belt with dress, H&M tassel earrings

H&M Calf length dress, H&M Pleated dress, H&M red floral midi dress, Spring Dresses 2018, Gucci Belt over midi dress, Gucci belt style ideas, Gucci Belt with dress, H&M tassel earrings

H&M Calf length dress, H&M Pleated dress, H&M red floral midi dress, Spring Dresses 2018, Gucci Belt over midi dress, Gucci belt style ideas, Gucci Belt with dress, H&M tassel earrings

H&M Calf length dress, H&M Pleated dress, H&M red floral midi dress, Spring Dresses 2018, Gucci Belt over midi dress, Gucci belt style ideas, Gucci Belt with dress, H&M tassel earrings

H&M Calf length dress, H&M Pleated dress, H&M red floral midi dress, Spring Dresses 2018, Gucci Belt over midi dress, Gucci belt style ideas, Gucci Belt with dress, H&M tassel earrings

H&M Calf length dress, H&M Pleated dress, H&M red floral midi dress, Spring Dresses 2018, Gucci Belt over midi dress, Gucci belt style ideas, Gucci Belt with dress, H&M tassel earrings


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February 13, 2018

Lookbook: Floral Dress That Can Go From Valentine Day To Spring Garden Party To Summer Barbecue Outfit!

eShakti Hibiscus Print Dress, Red Floral Dress, Spring Dress For Garden Party, Kate Spade Dress Lookalike, Valentine Day Dresses
I believe when you are in love, every day is Valentine day! But its nice to celebrate love on this particular Holiday on February 14th, with all the pomp and show - flowers, chocolates, gifts. dinner out and of course the dress! I am a big sucker for pretty dresses - floral, stripes, prints, patterns, solid - you name it, I love them all. I specially love the ladylike dresses with full skirts and a vintage charm. This eShakti dress is perfect example of a charming, ladylike, beautiful dress that can take you from V-day to a Spring garden party to a summer cookout with right accessories.

Dress - eShakti
Coat - Ted Baker
Shoes - Nordstrom

eShakti Hibiscus Print Dress, Red Floral Dress, Spring Dress For Garden Party, Kate Spade Dress Lookalike, Valentine Day Dresses, Saint Laurent Kate Tassel Bag, YSL Monogram Wallet On Chain
It is no secret that I adore eShakti dresses - they are custom made to fit you (from sizes 000- 36 W). They actually sew the dress based on my actual measurements, preferences on neckline, hemline and sleeve length etc. Basically, eShakti let me be the designer of my own dress and they meticulously bring custom design to life and deliver it within two weeks. Trust me, you won't regret trying this company for a dress (or a blouse/skirt/denim!)

eShakti Hibiscus Print Dress,Saint Laurent Tassel Monogram Kate, Red Floral Dress, Spring Dress For Garden Party, Kate Spade Dress Lookalike, Valentine Day Dresses, Ted Baker Coat, Ted Baker Wrap Coat, Red Wrap Coat, Red Coat
This Ted Baker Cashmere blend wrap coat is absolutely gorgeous from inside - it has very pretty floral silk lining and I love it so much. Its very warm and comes in three more colors this year.
eShakti Hibiscus Print Dress, Red Floral Dress, Spring Dress For Garden Party, Kate Spade Dress Lookalike, Valentine Day Dresses, Halogen Red Pumps, Red Ankle Tie Pumps

eShakti Hibiscus Print Dress, Red Floral Dress, Saint Laurent Kate Wallet On Chain, Spring Dress For Garden Party, Kate Spade Dress Lookalike, Valentine Day Dresses, Halogen Red Pumps, Red Ankle Tie Pumps


eShakti Hibiscus Print Dress, Red Floral Dress, Saint Laurent Kate Wallet On Chain, Spring Dress For Garden Party, Kate Spade Dress Lookalike, Valentine Day Dresses, Halogen Red Pumps, Red Ankle Tie Pumps




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January 30, 2018

Eyewear Trend 2018: Go Narrow & Go Retro


Ever since Kanye West instructed Kim to 'let go of oversized sunnies and wear the tiny glasses (because that's what everybody in 2018 will be wearing!)', celebrities, retailers and designers alike seem to get on the tiny, narrow sunglasses. I like the oversized glasses on my face and can't imagine pulling the narrow rectangle shape or futuristic looking tiny straight glasses, but I am really drawn to the retro-inspired narrow cat eye trend too. From Gigi Hadid's red cat eye to Roxy Sowlaty's lucite cat eyes in slim and narrow style, I think I might give it a go and see if I can pull this trend off on my big face:-)
Here are some of my favorite narrow cat eye sunglasses on every budget.






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January 24, 2018

Embellished & Embroidered: One Of Biggest Handbag Trends for 2018 (And You Can Buy It On Any Budget!)

Want to add some edgy fun in your handbag closet? Look no further than the biggest handbag trend of 2018 - Embellished, embroidered, bejeweled and all out decked up handbags! From Valentino to Dolce & Gabbana, to Gucci, there are some pretty cool embellished bags to chose from. Good news is, you don't have to pony up the big money for this big trend, there are budget options available for every look. So, what are you waiting for? Check out the splurge and save options below and get your favorite bag for Spring 2018!
Gucci Sylvie Medium, Gucci Sylvie Medium Embroidered, Gucci Sylvie Lookalike, Gucci Sylvie Look for less, Gucci Sylvie dupe, Embroidered Handbags 2018
Splurge - $2,790
Save - $113



Valentino Embroidered Crossbody Bag, Valentino Embroidered  Rockstuds, Valentino Valentino Embroidered Bag lookalike, Ethnic Embroidered bags, embroidered bags for summer
Splurge - $1,495
Save - $140



Gucci Dionysus Medium, Gucci Dionysus Embroidered Bag, Gucci Dionysus Dupe, Gucci Dionysus Lookalike, Gucci Dionysus look for less, Embroidered Handbags 2018
Splurge - $3,800
Save - $36



Alexander McQueen Embellished Bag,Rebecca Minkoff Wonder Box Embellished Crossbody Bag, Embellished Handbags Trends 2018
Splurge - $2,990
Save - $225



Gucci Marmont Pearl Studded Nude, Gucci Marmont Pearl Studded Soft Rose, Gucci Marmont Pearl Studded Porcelain Rose, Gucci Marmont Pearl Studded Look For less, Gucci Marmont Pearl Studded Lookalike, Gucci Marmont Pearl Studded dupe
Splurge - $2,490
Save - $70



Gucci Medium Sylvie Floral Embroidered Top Handle Bag, Gucci Medium Sylvie Floral Embroidered Top Handle Look For Less, Gucci Medium Sylvie Floral Embroidered Top Handle Dupe, Gucci Medium Sylvie Floral Embroidered Top Handle Lookalike, Embellished Handbags 2018
 Splurge - $3,700
Save - $70


 Saint Laurent Small Kate Studded Leather Shoulder Bag,  Saint Laurent Small Kate Studded Lookalike, Embellished Handbags 2018
Splurge - $2,950
Save - $55

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