Concrete Gladiator

26 Sunday Jul 2015

Posted by StyleGoneRogue in Casual Attire, Customization, DIY, Inspiration, Louis Vuitton Collection, Luxury, Must Haves, New York City, Over The Weekend, Photos by Brianne McGuire, Style Blogger

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Ever find, an absolutely stunning piece by one of your favorite designers, but can’t bring yourself to pay that price point? No matter which way you slice it? Well that’s what happened to me most recently.

$3,550. isn’t bad for a beauuuutiful silk dress by Chloe. However it is bad for my shopping budget.

I wonder where I could find a great copy…..

Photos by Brianne McGuire Dress: Here at Forever21 | Tube Top: All Saints (old) | Belt: Leather Braided (4yds from M&J Trim NYC) | Gladiators: Bamboo (self-embellished) | Backpack: Louis Vuitton (old) | Bracelets: David Yurman, Hermes | Watch: Raymond Weil | Sunglasses: Ray-ban Chloe, known for her soft, feminine, body conscious pieces doesn’t disappoint with this gorgeous original Here at Forward by Elyse Walker , home of luxury fashion with an edge. The perfect Roman setting, in the heart of New York City that is.
Customized gladiators to add visual interest. Scroll to the bottom to see my work.

Gold studs affixed using an electric Hot Fix Setter

Leather Petals

19 Sunday Jul 2015

Posted by StyleGoneRogue in Must Haves, New York City, Over The Weekend, Photos by Brianne McGuire, Style Blogger

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Anthropologie, Blog Mode, Brianne McGuire, Brooklyn Bridge Park, City Chic, City Style, David Yurmsn, Dolce Vita, Fashion Addict, Fashion blogger, Fashion Climax, Fashion Lover, Fashion Notes, Flower Petal Applique, Flower Petals, From awhere I Stand, Gramercy, Gramercy Girl, Hermes, Jane's Carousel, Must Haves, Nail Heads, Nailheads, New York City, Not So Serious, NYC, NYC Girl, OOTD, Pallavi Mohan, Personal Style, Photo Shoot, Raymond Weil, Shopping, Spikes, Street Pic, Studs, Style, Style Blogger, Style Notes, Summer Style, Trends, Tulle, Tulle Skirt, Vince Camuto, Vince Camuto Clutch, WIW, Zara

When you find a stunning piece, the problem isn’t whether to buy it or not…but more so how will I style it.

Case and point with this beautiful piece.

The photos nor the model did justice to this skirt online (no offense). The photos didn’t display just how rich the color was. As well, it was styled with a top that has ruffles and takes the eye away from what should be the focal point. A wide scale piece on top, paired with a voluminous bottom, not ideal (in my opinion). That is unless, you’re going for the traditional Mexican Fiesta dress look.

So, how do I style it? I ran a few different looks through my mind. All sweet, all cute. However when I stood in front of the mirror, the looks left me feeling less than enthused. Back to the closet, flicking through the hangers with intent and there she was, my strapless peplum. I really didn’t need to try it on, but I did, just for fun. Through my eyes, this was the only way to go.

Photography by Brianne McGuire

Top: Zara Strapless Peplum (old) | Skirt: Pallavri Mohan Here at Anthropologie | Heels: Dolce Vita (old) | Clutch: Vince Camuto (old) | Watch: Raymond Weil | Bracelets: David Yurman & Hermes | Ring: David Yurman | Sunglasses: Street Vendor After teetering around on heels all day, all a girl wants is her flip flops & and ice cold ginger ale.

The Iridescent Jogger

13 Monday Jul 2015

Posted by StyleGoneRogue in Casual Attire, Luxury, Must Haves, New York City, Over The Weekend, Style Blogger

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Blog Mode, Brianne Walasek, Burberry, David Yurman, Fashion Addict, Fashionable, Follow, Forever21, Gramercy Girl, Gucci, Hermes, J.Crew, Jogger Pant, LOTD, Manhattan, Must Haves, New York City, Nine West, NYC Blogger, NYC Girl, OOTD, Personal Style, Sequins, Street Pic, Street Snap, Street Style, Style, Style Blogger, Style Diary, Summer Style, Trends, Wear It Love It, What to Wear, WIW

S/S 2015 has been a rough one for J.Crew. They’ve been riddled with complaint after complaint from ladies unhappy with the collection. Did any of those complaints come from me? Not one!

Who could have an issue with a fabulous pair of sequin jogger trouser. Personally, I’m in love.