Friday Files: Mint

BLOUSE: Acme, $280

DENIM:  Paige, $169

EARRINGS: Fred Flare, $12

CLUTCH: Topshop, $48

DRESS: Tibi, $555

DRESS: Halston Heritage, $225

DRESS: Halston Heritage

Baz Luhrman's The Great Gatsby Trailer

So the fashion world is atwitter (tee hee) - Baz Luhrman's hotly anticipated The Great Gatsby finally released their first trailer. And, it's awesome, totally Baz Luhrman-fied! Check it out below. 

Online Obsession: Eberjey

Obsessed doesn't even begin to describe how I feel about this adorable summer set from a perennial favorite, Eberjey. 

Eberjey, $110

Wendy's Lookbook: I'm Looking and I'm Liking!

I am usually not a youtube beauty fiend - I am very fortunate to have beauty editor friends who help me with whatever questions I have AND I have such sensitive skin (see my article here) that my product range is so limited. However, while browsing through countless sock bun videos (again), I came across the very charming, very adorable Wendy - love her bubbly personality! Check out a few of her hair videos. Do you cruise YouTube often for beauty videos? Who do you like? 

Cosmopolitan.com! Wedding-Worthy Dresses

Check out my "Wedding Worthy Dresses" flipbook for Cosmopolitan.com - sneak peek it below! I had such a  blast doing this post. Please let me know if you have any specific wedding attire questions - I love answering them!

30 Hot Summer Dresses Under $130

A loyal reader approached me asking me about her favorite topic - easy summer dresses. I was more than happy to put together a flip book for her because I knew it would benefit other ladies out there! Check out all the hot summer styles from my favorite online shops, and below the flip book, how to dress up or down two of my favorite summer dresses.

EASY SUMMER DRESSES - 30 UNDER $130

Summer dressing is easy, but how do you take it from day to night and back again? 

Dress A:

A super casual summer dress

Dolce Vita, $77

This awesome deal of a sporty, casual dress comes with the belt! For the daytime, I'd wear it with the below: 

CASUAL

SHOE

Boutique 9, $55.20

BAG

R&Em, $75

DRESSY 

HAIR

JEWELS

Love Obsessed, $39

Dress B:

A dressy little number

Necessary Objects, $78

CASUAL

SHOE

Aldo, $49

SCARF

Forever 21, $4.90

DRESSY 

HAIR

JEWELS

Piperlime, $20

Hope you got some great ideas for summer dressing! 

Friday Files: Tie Dye

SHORTS: Isabel Marant, $340

SKIRT: Thakoon Addition, $425

SWEATSHIRT: Textile Elizabeth and James, $165

BIKINI: Shoshanna, $140

DRESS: MW Matthew Williamson, $395

CLUTCH: Moyna, $152

Private Discount: Diesel Wants to Let You in On the Secret!

Huge Diesel Fan??

Check this out - for WTSTA readers, you get 30% off the spring/summer collection at ANY Diesel store including online which starts today!!

I'm so hot for this cute little denim mini - which, by the way, I loathe denim minis - but this is so great with the tie front top! Perfect for city or suburbs.

Diesel, $148



Or this little hot number - perfect for running around in the summer! It has a gorgeous ruffle racer back -two of my favorite words. Me loves. I remember seeing this at a press preview ages and eons and eras ago and I'm so glad that Diesel reached out - reminded me that I wanted it!

Diesel, $168

Happy Shopping!
xo

Guest Post: Happily Ever BorroWED

I had the distinct pleasure of being randomly seated next to a girl my age at an event here in New York and we got to talking. She was fabulous and began talking about how she's like me - by day, one thing and by night, a businesswoman. I immediately offered her a guest post on WTSTA when I heard more about her business. 

For all my brides-to-be out there, listen to this: instead of paying ridiculous amounts of money for a headpiece or barrette or crystal belt you'll wear once, why not rent it from Happily Ever BorroWED? They have brilliant luxury bridal accessories that you can rent from them, a trusted source, (not some sketchy person online) at a fraction of the price. Their pieces are in pristine condition and you can hold to rent a year before to a day before! (Check the website for exact details).

Brittany Haas is currently the woman behind the scenes of Happily Ever BorroWED. She gained experience as a financial planner for several top Fashion houses (Hermes, Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue...), and now brings her business savvy to the bridal industry. She helped plan her three sister's weddings, and has been obsessed with bridal gowns and sparkly things for as long as she can remember. Read on for the scoop!

My Inspired Wedding says, "From sprays of glittering jewels in the midst of tulle to headbands complete with Swarovski crystals and pearls, the Fall/Winter trend of non-traditional veils is bringing out the best creative minds in the wedding industry!" and we at Happily Ever BorroWED know a thing or two about non-traditional veils!

Happily Ever BorroWED is the premiere, luxury, e-boutique that RENTS designer bridal accessories to brides for their wedding day.  From modern to traditional, we have tons of gorgeous, designer pieces to make your style explode while keeping your wallet in check. 

We’re going to break down the current trends in accessories, step-by-step, and hopefully, you can find your non-traditional, drool worthy, dream accessory!

Feathers

For those brides who love drama, add some feathers to your look!  These two pieces by Justine M. Couture add a fun and fabulous feel to your bridal accoutrements.

Fascinators

How about a vintage look for your special day?  Instead of a veil, how about a fabulous pillbox hat or European inspired fascinator by Kitty Andrews?  What makes her pieces super special on OUR site is that they’re handmade to your specifications – but you can still rent it for a fraction of the retail price!  Whether white or ivory, hat elastic or comb, she can specify your needs just for you!

Bling

How about we skip the headwear all together?  Statement jewelry is a great way to make an entrance! These fabulous pieces by Enchanted Atelier are some stunning baubles that will surely bring all the right attention to your wedding day look.

Belts

If belts are more of your style, and you want to add a unique element to your wedding gown, then Elle & Jae is your best bet! From crystal rhinestones to black velvet, these belts each have their own personality and can make any gown really "pop". 

The ideas for unique ways to add your own style to your wedding are endless, and we provide brides the opportunity to explore that style without the cost of buying high-end designer pieces.  Check us out at: http://www.happilyeverborrowed.com/ 

Wise Words: Unknown

{image by Cliff Watts} - I loved this shoot!