Brown Instincts

I wore this Chicwish white flower cut out dress here earlier in the summer. When I got it, my first instinct was that it needed to be styled with heels and feminine touches. I guess it was the flowers and delicate detailing that steered me in one style direction. 

Since my days of having to get "dressed" up are few and far between, I wanted to figure out an appropriate way to remix this dress and give it a more casual flair. By adding brown hues, basic leather accents, simple jewelry and a fun hat, I was able to give it new life with a more laid back vibe. I really love this dress and am so glad that I took a little time playing around in my closet with accessories that I already owned to put together a look that can be worn regardless of the time of day.

Chicwish White Flower Cut Out Dress c/o (only a few left, love this and this too) // Lulu's Suede Cut Out Heels (old: option here and here) // Mossimo Floppy Hat (option here and here) // Belt from another dress (option) // Brown Faux Snakeskin Clutch (old: option here and here) // Forever 21 Bracelet (option) // Miriam Mernfeld Mini Token Necklace c/o // La Mer Leather Wrap Watch c/o (option here) 

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P.S. Happy birthday, Mom!! I love you!! So happy we got to celebrate this past weekend. Thank you for everything you do and for being my rock.