Clockwise from top left:
Adia Kibur knot necklace
ASOS printed jacket (my favorite! adds instant polish to any outfit)
ASOS leather ankle boots (my trusty go-to boots)
Juicy Couture spike hinge bangle (designer version here)
Choies transparent box bag
Sam Edelman thong sandals
Gap shorts
Photos: Alessandra Ambrosio; Courtesy of coolspotters.com, starstyle.com.
When looking for road trip or festival outfit ideas, or just a bohemian inspired laid-back weekend look, I always turn to Alessandra Ambrosio for inspiration. She is such a free-spirit: neon colors, bold prints, cowboy boots, stacked bracelets and layered necklaces, along with her messy bedhead look and carefree attitude have become her signature.
Today, I featured two of her looks incorporated prints that are easy to recreate, perfect for hot weather and summer fun.
Juxtaposing girly dress against tough boots is not something new, but I like that by paying attention to details, Alessandra Ambrosio made this combo serve for different occasions:
For the first dress below with body-hugging silhouette and sweet colors, she picked a ladylike bag and styled her hair half up, with aviator sunglasses, gold watch, and dainty jewelry, the overall look is urban-bohemian, comfy yet sexy, great for a casual date, hanging out with friends, central city concert, or shopping.
1. Ray-Ban classic aviator sunglasses
2. Pencey Standard open back dress (also here)
3. Michael Kors watch
4. Gorjana ring set
5. Madewell perfect leather belt (on Alessandra here)
6. Rebecca Minkoff MAC bag
7. Isabel Marant studded wedge boot (featured here; similar here & here)
Compared to the first look, the second one below with blue printed tunic dress is more casual and laid-back. Accessorized with fringe bag, tortoise sunglasses and beaded bracelet, this look is great for a road trip, out-of-town music festival, or beach vacation.
1. Karen Walker sunglasses
2. Cara bracelet (more colors here)
3. Banana Republic floral shirtdress
4. Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry wishbone necklace
5. J.Crew leather belt
6. JJ Winters suede fringe bag (similar here)
7. Rag & Bone ankle boot (similar here & here)
Photos: Jessica Alba & Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of vogue.com, pacificcoastnews.com.
Photos: Emmy Rossum & January Jones; Courtesy of vogue.co.uk, justjared.com.
As you can see from the four looks above, today our featured item is the classic denim jacket, in particular the cropped, medium to dark wash version. This shade goes with everything and is great for year-round wear. The cropped length is versatile and leg-elongating!
During spring/summer, I especially love paring it with soft, delicate feminine pieces, like floral or lace sundresses on the ladies above. With comfortable walking booties or sneakers, the finishing outfit can take you from street to beach. With sexy stilettos and scarlet lips, January Jones even worn it to the red carpet!
This summer, wherever you go, pack your favorite denim jacket with you!
Jacket: J Brand (great alternative here & here)
Dress: ModCloth (or this one)
Shoes: Isabel Marant (on sale here! great alternative here & here)
Bag: Givenchy (on Jessica Alba here)
Sunglasses: ASOS (designer choice here)
Jacket: J Brand (great alternative here; on Miranda Kerr here)
Dress: ModCloth (or this one)
Shoes: Isabel Marant (on sale here! great alternative here & here)
Bag: Saint Laurent (on Miranda Kerr here; great alternative here)
Sunglasses: Urban Outfitter ($16! designer choice here)
Watch: Timex
Jacket: Madewell (on sale here)
Dress: Topshop (on Emmy Rossum on sale here!)
Shoes: Gap (on Emmy Rossum here; great buy here)
Bag: Coach (featured here; lusting over this one!)
Scarf: Nordstrom (linen blend here)
Jacket: Madewell (on sale here)
Top: ModCloth
Pants: Citizens of Humanity (on January Jones here; see Miranda Kerr worn it here)
Shoes: Gianvito Rossi (similar here)
Lip: YSL ‘#17 Red Muse’