Brass flowers and stone

When my sweet friend, Jeanine, designer of Alex and Vina, sent over these gorgeous brass and floral pieces, I got excited about the idea of photographing them in bright light. So when sun finally decided to make a special appearance with its 62-degree temperature, we headed out to let them sparkle.

My first thought was contrasting color palettes by coupling the look with brown heels, but then I couldn't stop looking at me feet when I wanted more focus on the jewelry, so I went back to the closet and back to basics with the discovery of these Steve Madden boots. Her collection is so well conceptualized, and completely committed to enduring repeat wear that I felt compelled to put it in the vein as some of my other go-to favorites... like satin coral for added beachiness. Subsequently pulled it all together with the universal denim style staple and then realized I was mishmashing a little bit, which I kinda love.

(Miss Me denim jacket, Alex and Vina Flowers and Stone ring and White Tridacna Stone Multi Chain bracelet, Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses, Steve Madden A-Yoko boots, Forever 21 tights, H&M ruffle vest, American Apparel bodysuit, Victoria's Secret tap pants)