EMBRACING THE BASICS

top :: smart set ( canadian, similar here ) ; jeans :: current elliott ( sold out, similar here ) ; shoes :: steven by steve madden ; lipstick :: givenchy rose dressing ; nail polish :: essie 'bikini so teeny'

before mastering that concerto on the pianoforte or winning that crucial game of volleyball, we all had teachers who stressed the basics. and I dare say, clothing isn't all that different. however, contrary to how we felt during those hours upon hours of piano practicing, these basics are anything but boring. this white-shirt-and-jeans ensemble is a fun, upscale rendition of the old classic. those current elliott stiletto skinnies are so comfortable and versatile and I've pretty much been rocking them in some way everyday since they showed up in my mailbox. and these steve madden stilettos are a definite must this year. both were at the top of my 'most wanted' list. and if you've looked back in my archives, then you've probably noticed an oversized white button-up ( or two ) lingering on some inspiration board or another. I grabbed mine in three sizes up and this one is just light-weight enough to rock in the caribbean. 

as you can probably tell, my messy hair challenge is nothing short of, well, messy. as healthy and low-maintenance as my hair is this summer, I will definitely revere the day I can take my curling iron to these unruly locks once again. how far away is labor day? 

I hope all of you have such a fantastic thursday! I swear, if it wasn't for the blog, I would have no clue what day it is most of the time. now, go practice practice practice ;) or rather, shop shop shop!

love, arielle