New year, new Realisation Par dress. I loved the Diane dress so much, I couldn’t help but get the Goldie to add to my closet as well. My love for stars is boundless, and when you know you’re going to commit to a piece and wear it over and over, it makes it easier to bite the bullet and pay for international shipping. What can I say, I just want to be a star girl ; ). If you’re considering buying the Realisation Par Goldie Dress, read on for everything you need to know.
Why I Love the Realisation Par Goldie Dress
If you already own an item from Realisation Par, you’re probably familiar with the material and the quality. The Goldie dress is very similar to many of their other dresses. It is made of a very thin and delicate silk crepe material which I LOVE. It’s so perfect even in the summer. In fact, I think Realisation Par pieces speak for themselves – the cut and fit is always simple yet flattering. I fell in love with the larger stars and open back (total sucker for an open back 100% of the time) and fluttery skirt. Paired here with my favorite Steve Madden blue velvet booties which can be found here and here.
Sizing can be tricky since the pieces are exclusively sold on their website. For this dress, I went with an XS and probably could have gone up another size if I wanted the dress to be a little bit longer. I’m totally guilty of repeating outfits, so you’ll probably see me wearing this all year long.
Happy Tuesday! Got back to LA yesterday and got straight back into the swing of things. November was a crazy month and I know December will be too… it’s been a busy couple of months between work and blogging!
AND my blog anniversary is coming up – can’t believe it’s been almost a year! In the meantime, I want to re-incorporate more styling tips and outfits – especially work outfits. I’d be dishonest if I pretended I could wear everything I post on my blog to the office – so let’s talk about a versatile layering piece today – the mesh turtleneck!
Mesh Turtleneck
This top from Reformation has been a fall staple – it’s THE perfect layering piece. Or if you’re feeling bold you can wear it on its own with a bralette underneath. Unfortunately, XS, S and XL are all waitlist only currently (tear) – but if you add your email, you’ll get a notification when the top is back in stock. I’ve also linked some similar styles below if you can’t wait.
Underneath a dress. If you’re going for a 90s look, you can wear it under a slip dress. Otherwise really any dress works – I’ve been wearing this top a lot to work actually (yes, it’s appropriate for the office!) under a sleeveless suede dress.
On a similar note, this top is great under a silk or velvet camisole. Really, you can’t go wrong! You’d be surprised how many times I’ve thrown this top on when I’m having one of those “I have nothing to wear” days. It fits nicely under a leather jacket or one of the cozy cardigans I’ve been living in lately as well. Hopefully this inspires you to wear a mesh turtleneck as well – it’s truly a surprisingly versatile piece!
p.s. – There are still a bunch of great sales going on – be sure to check them out here!
Something that’s been on my mind a lot lately is the concept of self-love. I’ll be the first to admit that I’m my own worst critic and a bit too self-deprecating at times. We’re so hard on ourselves, that sometimes we forget how important it is to be kind to yourself.
Be Kind to Yourself
I see it all the time – we criticize our bodies, our appearance, our performance, the list goes on. It doesn’t help that we’re told to be so many different things – sometimes conflicting, oftentimes straddling a fine line between “good” and “bad.”
You should be confident and assertive (too much means you’re arrogant, though). You should also be humble and gracious (but not too much). Be kind, but don’t let others walk all over you. Stand up for yourself, but don’t be a bully.
What I’ve learned over the years is that every rose has its thorn – meaning every quality has its good and bad sides. There is no character trait that is universally thought of as positive – so why are we always beating ourselves up over our flaws?
So now I’m trying to focus more on being kind to myself. I’ve shared before that for a long time I didn’t feel comfortable calling myself a blogger because I didn’t feel that I had earned the title. It made me realize that I needed believe in myself and celebrate small milestones more. It’s important to not beat ourselves up over every little thing. After all, can you really expect someone else to love you or believe in you if you don’t love yourself? There’s nothing wrong with being your own biggest fan.
What I’m NOT saying is to just completely give up and accept the status quo as it is. And herein lies the contradiction – it’s important to be self-aware, to reflect, and strive to be a better person. But at the same time we all need to practice a little more self-love.
Coachella is officially one month away and I have festival style on my mind. Which is why this post is so important, we are all wondering what to wear to a music festival, how to style it, & where to actually get the outfit. In recent years festival style has blown up and at this point I’m sure we are all ready for the overload of crochet, fringe, and flower crowns.
While some outfits are best left in the desert, for the most part I love festival style and find myself inspired by it – I love incorporating bohemian touches into my everyday outfits. I love the carefree vibes of music festivals and of course, let’s not forget about the music ; ).
What to Wear to a Music Festival
See what to wear to a music festival + my festival outfit tips below – at the end of the day, you may be camping outdoors or in the middle of harsh terrain (the desert) so it’s important to make attire choices that are both cute and practical.
Ideal Music Festival Outfits:
Rompers
I love rompers – they’re so, so easy. One piece and you’re done getting dressed – perfect for running around all day. A word of caution, though – you will have to take the whole thing off every time you go to the bathroom, which can be a pain (do NOT try pulling it to the side, you will have disastrous results)
Two Piece Sets
Yes, please to matching sets! Or, the romper’s more bathroom friendly cousin. You can wear together if you’re feeling matchy-matchy, or mix and match with other pieces in your closet. Super versatile and comfortable. Pick one in a breathable fabric that will keep you cool during the day. Bodysuits are also great if you can find a matching skirt or pair of shorts. For more on bodysuits, see how to wear a bodysuit.
Tops
Crop tops, off the shoulder tops, and bodysuit get my vote. Look for pieces that don’t need to be adjusted often – you want to be able to dance around all day without having to fix your outfit constantly.
Maxi skirts & dresses
Nothing makes me feel more like a gypsy fairy princess than a silky, flowy maxi. Pair a skirt with a crop top for a stylish look that won’t drag you down.
Shoes
I prefer to stick to closed toe shoes – it’s so easy to get your toes stepped on when there are so many people around you, and nothing will ruin your mood more quickly than walking around with bruised feet. Sneakers are by far the most comfortable shoe choice – you don’t even realize how much you end up walking by the end of the weekend. I like booties as well, although I would avoid anything with a noticeable heel. And of course, you can’t forget about sandals – a fierce pair of gladiators will make any outfit.
Accessories
A floppy hat will always make an outfit – and they are a particularly great idea for days when you’re going to be in the sun all day. Of course you’ll be wearing sunscreen (!!) but that extra layer of protection from the sun for your face will be a lifesaver – no one wants to deal with a peeling sunburn in the middle of a music festival.
As for sunglasses, leave your designer pairs at home and pick up a cheap pair or two that you won’t mind losing or breaking. Have fun with round, embellished, or mirrored lenses!
Add finishing touches to your outfit with jewelry, body jewels, glitter, and Flash Tats! Keep a bandana handy as well to tie around your neck or use as a face mask when the dust kicks up.
Are you going to any festivals this year? I’d love to hear your thoughts on what to wear!
I found my new favorite dress – the Realisation Par Diane dress. This star-printed number from Realisation Par is everything you could want in a dress: fun, flirty, just short enough, and adjustable to flatter every figure. The ruffles and cute print let this dress speak for itself, no need to go crazy with the jewelry or accessories.
As you guys know, I love to keep my style versatile. But if I could only wear one type of clothing for the rest of my life, it would be a sundress. Little white dress season is my favorite. I love them in every variation – I’m an endless summer kind of girl (and have been absolutely loving this warmer weather we’ve been having) and nothing screams summer to me more than undone hair, clean beauty products for fresh makeup, and a silky flowy dress.
Update: I’ve received tons of questions on this dress, so I thought I would answer them here. First, it is an amazing dress. If you’re thinking about ordering it, I would do it, as it sells out often! If this dress is sold out, here are tons of options for flirty summer dresses.
I ordered the dress in an XXS and am happy with the length and fit. The material is quite thin, but not sheer. The front can be a little low, so if you’re looking to be a little more conservative, feel free to throw on a slip underneath.
The dress is adjustable around the waist, that gives some wiggle room as well. I will say that this dress is a little short (I would not wear it to my corporate job), so taller girls may want to size up for additional length.
Oh, and as with all wrap dresses – be careful wearing this on a windy day ; ).
For reference, I’m 5’5 and typically a 0 in US sizing, AUS 4-6, and UK 6. Hopefully that helps. Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any additional questions or email me at [email protected]. OR let’s connect on social: BLOGLOVIN and INSTAGRAM.
If you’re looking for a super cute black & white dress, check out this Jen’s Pirate Booty Dress. It’s one of my absolute favorites!
