ESME VIE

 Esme Vie is a new fashion brand available at luxury retailers like Harrods and Moda Operandi, among others. The clothing line draws inspiration from the 1950s and 1960s, reviving the classic timelessness associated with the style icons of that time period (Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy). Their "beauty made to wear" designs evoke simplicity, femininity, and classiness. Adding playful details like floral arrangements and fur collars to the impeccably tailored and luxurious fabrics, Esme Vie holds a unique place in the haute couture market. 

The clothes are absolutely beautiful and I would love to own a number of items in the collection! I can't even fathom the price-point (the line holds trunk show-only sales with its luxury retailers partners at the launch of new seasons), but I am certain the clothes cost an arm & a leg! I know I would LOVE to wear the pieces, but in the meantime looking at their Instagram account will have to suffice...

Toodles!

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the white sheath

Nothing says summer better than a simple sheath dress, especially in white. 

My cousin is graduating from eighth grade tonight and all the girls wear white dresses, a Catholic school tradition. I still have my white dress from my eighth grade graduation, and miraculously - it fits! My wonderful mom sews and made some adjustments to the dress when I was in high school, but it's always excitng to rediscover old favorites that fit again! Now that I have a new item to outfit plan with, I have pulled it out of my closet a number of times to test different looks.

**Confession - when I can't sleep, I play dress up in my closet...

It is such a great staple for a classic summer wardrobe and I love the flexibility of wearing it with different colors and accessories. Today I am wearing it with a navy blazer, blue and white checked shoes with a big navy flower, and a white "Velma Flintstone" necklace. 

With a change in accessories - I can have a totally new look as well. The LBD looks so much better as the LWD with a golden glow and the summer sun! It's such a timeless look that will work for a multitude of occasions. I totally recommend investing in one yourself - stick with a classic and structured style that will last for years to come! 

Hope you have a fabulous week, toodles!

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summer twirl

I think these pictures are absolutely beautiful. Nothing beats a stunning dress with a little bit of sunshine, a summer glow, and a place to twirl. All of these images evoke such a warm-weather paradise. Wishing you all a wonderful weekend, toodles!

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