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Country Roads
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Williams
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Outfits: Camel Skater Skirt c/o Red Dress Boutique | Black Hat c/o H&M | Laser Cut Cropped Top | Ankle Strap Heels
Jewelry: Beaded bracelets c/o Reagan Charleston Design (RCD jewelry is sold at Rise Boutique in NOLA, The Mix in Mandeville and Femme Fatale in Baton Rouge & St. Francisville )
Good Morning readers, thank God it’s Friday right? It’s been a long week for me, but yesterday was nice because I met with photographers, Kaela Rodehorst Williams and Tina Boyd for some experimental film photography in the wide open fields of the countryside. You’ll get to see some of amazing those shots later! However, we were able to squeeze in an outfit for Haute Off The Rack at the end of the shoot, which are the photos included in today’s post. I didn’t have all of my accessories, but it worked out okay since we were shooting in the simple country anyway.
I picked out this tan faux leather skirt for a style collaboration with Red Dress Boutique because I thought it would be a great transitional piece as we move closer into fall. It’s a very lightweight faux leather so it works well in this hot and humid weather, but I can’t wait to wear it the fall with tights and boots!
Have a wonderful weekend!
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The New Go-To Denim
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Williams
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Outfit: Jeans c/o Femme Fatale Boutique <– Only $45! | Ankle Strap Heels | Sunglasses c/o Krewe Du Optic get 15% OFF w/ code: HAUTE | Marc Jacobs Bag | Plain White Tee
Jewelry: Turquoise Necklace c/o Kendra Scott |
Good Morning readers, I know this outfit is super simple, but sometimes all I want to wear is my comfortable go-to jeans, a plain white tee and minimal jewelry. I have a few pairs of go-to jeans, but recently my favorite pair has been these Mindcode jeans from Femme Fatale. The wash is the perfect year-round color and very flattering on the hips and thighs. Plus they’re crazy comfortable and only $45! What’s not to love about these jeans? They’re a little long on me, but that’s no surprise considering I’m only 5 ft tall. So until I give in and decide to get them hemmed, I’ll just cuff them at the bottom. However, I kind of like the cuffed/cropped look with heels anyway. They also look good cuffed over ankle boots too. So if you’ve been on the hunt for the perfect everyday jeans, your search is over because the hunt ends at Mindcode.
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Top H&M Picks for Pre-Fall
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Good Morning readers, I hope you all had a nice weekend. I don’t know about you, but I’m beyond over this scorching southern heat. I know cool weather is far from near, but I can still fantasize about leather jackets, leggings and booties. Right? Kind of like how guys start their own fantasy football teams, I’m starting my own fantasy fall wardrobe. Currently, these are my top picks from H&M online, but I’m sure that is subject to change as new arrivals hit the web. I’ll keep you updated and I’ll also be styling a few of these pieces on Haute Off The Rack once fall gets closer. However, you’ve already seen me style the khaki green twill jacket with a dainty white embroidered dress. (See outfit here). Pairing a fall jacket with your summer sun dresses is a great way to start transitioning your looks from summer to pre-fall.
P.S. Don’t forget there is still time to enter the H&M 50 States of Fashion contest!
All you have to do is Instagram a photo of your style using your favorite H&M pieces and hashtag #HMSHOPONLINE__ corresponding to the state in which you live:
Example: #HMShopOnlineLA for Louisiana
H&M will choose one lucky winner from each state who will receive a $250 giftcard and one grandprize winner will get a $1,000 giftcard and a trip for two to New York Fashion Week. Who wouldn’t love that! The contest begins today on August 1st and will end on August 21st at 7 pm. See more details here!
All the Instagram submissions will filter into the 50 States of Fashion site where viewers can “like” their favorite looks. Just make sure hashtag #HMShopOnline__! Good luck everyone! I’d love if you tagged me in your looks on Instagram so that I can see them too! Tag me @HauteOffTheRack!
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Slightly Scandalous
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Williams
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Outfit: Leopard Print Skirt c/o Femme Fatale | 90s Cropped Top | Indigo Embossed Clutch c/o Gigi New York | Ankle Strap Heels | Sunglasses c/o Krewe Du Optic get 15% OFF w/ code: HAUTE
Jewelry: Stella & Dot Pegasus Necklace | Michael Kors Watch | Emerald Ring c/o Max & Chloe | Pave Initial Cuff c/o C. Wonder | Moonstone Ring c/o Max & Chloe |
Good Morning readers, I decided to be bold and out try out this pencil skirt and cropped top trend that Abbey of District Dress Up recommended to me. You all know I love a good cropped top and maxi skirt combo, but I’ve never tried it with a fitted bottom before. I was hesitant at first because I felt a little too sexy, but then I realized there is no shame in a tasteful eye-catching look. I’m not gonna lie though… my grandmother does read my blog each morning and this look probably won’t be her favorite, but I know deep down she’s thinking, “Well, I wish I could still wear something like that.” So ladies, I urge to step out of your comfort zone and try something fun and sexy. Yes, I said it, sexy. Rock those slightly scandalous outfits while you still can! Let’s bring sexy back! Just remember to keep your looks somewhat modest to avoid attracting the wrong the kind of attention.
Tips for looking sexy without getting out of control:
1) Choose a bold colored handbag or statement necklace to keep the focus on your accessories.
2) If you’re wearing a fitted pencil skirt with a cropped top like I did, make sure that the length of skirt reaches at least to your knees if not longer. Also, do not wear any low cut tops if you’re showing your midriff. You don’t want to show too much skin.
3) If you’re not a fan of showing a lot of skin, you can still try this look by wearing a sleeveless fitted top that you can tuck into the skirt. You can also switch the pieces up. You can wear the solid color on bottom and a print on top. I definitely recommend incorporating a print or bright color so that people will immediately be drawn to the fun pattern of the outfit instead of your body.
4) Lastly, if you’re thicker on the bottom and don’t feel comfortable in a pencil skirt, trying wearing a flared out A-line skirt with a cropped top. It’s still just as fun and sexy! Well, maybe a little more fun than sexy, but it’s still a fabulous look!
P.S. I’m so excited for tonight’s event with Pret-a-Porter and Reagan Charleston Design at the L’auberge in Baton Rouge. Krystal of A Pinch of Lovely and I will be co-hosting the event. Speaking of the Pret-a-Porter, the winner of the show ticket and linen dress giveaway has already been notified by email.
P.P.S. Just two more hours to enter the giveaway! Enter here–> Reagan Charleston Design Giveaway
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