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The cosmic forces of French toast

I admit... there are glaringly palpable moments when the savage urge to shop unexpectedly derails self-discipline. But at the menace of overindulgence, I’ve quickly come to realize that sometimes, all I really need to do is step away from the credit card, harness the craving, and just rejuvenate a variety of pieces that had somehow lost their style-fusion or had otherwise suffered the retirement section of my closet. And so I did… well, apart from the recently inescapable Stella McCartney acquisition.

(Alexander Wang Baggy Boaters Dress, Vintage DIY Levi's, Fausta Moretti sandals, Nordstrom knee highs, DIY bag, Vintage arrowhead necklace)

Comments

FASHION SNAG said…
Love this outfit. I love how you studded the shorts. Also love the bag. I like how you put it all together!

www.fashionsnag.com
Damsels said…
i love how these light blue shorts look with all theblack.. they really stand out
You have such an inspiring style!:D
And your gawgeous!

www.malusfashion.blogspot.com
Elizabete said…
Such cute heels.
bisou-joue said…
great wedges !
Kati said…
Great as always, especially the overknees!
Pamela said…
loveeeeeeeee tha bag!
amazing! is a diy too?
xxx
Style Search said…
love yr bag! :))
Siljesfashion said…
Love the outfit and especially the shoes. I am doing the same myself, redescovering old favorites are the best:-Have a great weekend!
lauren said…
Hi Bella!

i want to crawl inside my closet and see if i can pull something lke this together. Love the Wang tee/dress, the bag, the shoes, everything! I say this over an over but you're stunning. model?
Have a great weekend! Glad it's friday!
Cindy Van Dyck said…
Great outfit! Love the bag xx
oniomania said…
mmmmm.... french toast....
mmmmm.... DIY Levi's
Gedankenlos said…
LOVE it :)
you rock that look!!
Kristen said…
you hair is beautiful! is it real? love the look you picked out - only YOU can pull this off. :)
you look amazing as always, and I really adore your studded bag!!

X
Awesome outfit. LOVE that hot bag!
Have a great weekend!
xx
.:*aMbAr*:. said…
AHHHHHH You look gorgeous!!! I love, love, LOVE the shorts!! and your hair is amazing!

Have a great weekend.
Anonymous said…
so hot. ;)
LaurenSchoon said…
Gosh, I love that bag! And the studs on the pockets

http://champagneandmarshmallows.blogspot.com/
Nuheila said…
u look stunning Bella!!!love those knee highs.and thanks about your comment:)
J. said…
Wow, that bag is so cool! And so is the outfit!
YLM-SPAIN said…
That DIY is wonderfull....
Love the look with tights ;-)
Kristiane said…
Hot hot hot! I like your bag!
Unknown said…
lovely outfit
Yuka said…
i love the sandals!
Kathryn said…
I really like this outfit!!
Unknown said…
what a shoe! AMAZING!

love your hair? what hair product do you use?
Flavia Flanders said…
The sandals are great!
Anonymous said…
You're a fucking rockstar Bella! XOXOX
those shorts are hot.
Anna G said…
I love your bag. I really want something similar to that.

You look amazing in those shots. I'm loving your hair and how you put the socks and heels together.
Rohini said…
Love the outfit! The shoes are adorable. :)

Xx
your knee highs...are awesome!!!!!
and your wedges...soooo unique!!!
amazing girl as ALWAYS!!!
kisses
xxx
Dane said…
Im never bored with your outfits. You are just amazing.

DIY studded pockets!

Sickkkk.





www.trustme-itsparadise.blogspot.com
Dannie said…
ooh chica :)
ur bag is beyond siiiic
and i love the way you're rockin those knee hi's :)
Mar Estarellas said…
wow, really AMAZING outfits:)

I follow you.
great heels! dared combination, don't know if i'd wear the heels with the shorts, but they're very nice with the overknee socks.
xx
marissa said…
oooh love how turned the wang into a top. the knee socks rockkkkkk and studs are stellar to the whole lok!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! your hair! your legs! I know I sound like a crazed fan! haha
kisses
aaaa said…
wow you're a total idol...
Chandrijuel said…
your oufit is amazing!!!!

And the bag... is a DIY?
I love it!!!!

Besoss
ALLAROUNDEVE said…
<3

word verification is longer than my comment
Desirée said…
Your outfits are sooo creative! You make me want to spice mine up a bit. ;)
Anonymous said…
LOVE IT BELLA!
Annie said…
Your photos are terrific. Love, love, love the bag and shoes!
Susu Paris Chic said…
Thank you so much for leaving a comment on my blog!

I enjoy reading your posts, because you've really found your personal style and are thus able to go back and forth, playing with different looks, yet remain constant and true to yourself. That's what I call fashion intelligence!

I'm all for making the most of the pieces we already posses - you seem to handle it super well. Playful yet edgy - pure pleasure!
Laura said…
Love the studded bag!!!
Long time, no visit! ;)
x Laura
http://stylecoaching.blogspot.com
Sophie said…
amazing shorts. the studs on your pockets look awesome!! love the fact that you matched knee-length socks to high heels! lucky you!, you can still wear summer outfits.. here it's all grey and chilly, ha. xx
Ashleigh said…
your shorts are making me drool woman!!!

i LOVE THEM...

<3

Hope all is well ..
xox
$ouLphate said…
you wear the overknees so well ^^
Anonymous said…
cool shoes!
Keith said…
Hey there. I really enjoyed your post. I hope you've had a fantastic weekend. Take care. Have a wonderful week ahead. Cheers!
Anika said…
Hey gorgeous,
Love this outfit. Especially those shorts. Do I have the willpower to stud a pair myself. Hmmmm.

And hell yes to the socks and sandal heels.

Loveeee. Again, stealing your closet.
p.s. in love with the furs for sale at themetalshop....ahh, the temptation!

Hope you're having a great weekend m'dear.

Take care and have a fab Sunday :)
xx
Melissa~ said…
Love your shoes and your bag.
Great outfit.
Allison said…
Another gorgeous, gorgeous outfit, darling! It never will cease to amaze me how you always, always look airbrush perfect. You could be on anyyy fashion magazine! =)
I hope you had an amazing weekend, darling! xo
MDSTYLING said…
You rock - as always darling! I love your ripped short!
bananas. said…
i love your shorts. i'm wearing a similar pair today except yours are way better with the DIY-ness. you win! ;)
i love the outfiy the short is pretty and shoes amazing
C.Chico said…
i'm loving this outfit girl!
FashionJazz said…
Hey Bella babe! U look so devine here, wow, luv everything!!! Hope u well and things are awesome your side, we must have another chat soon : )

Lots of luv xxx
Violet said…
love the first pic its so cool

and thanks the shoes were a splurge... no self-desipline invovled lol

XX
Vi from Cali
joshylola said…
Nice leather bag :-D
Flavia Flanders said…
Great bag, and the overall style is flawless.
Unknown said…
LOVE the studs on the shorts!!!! perfection dear.
kim said…
cool stud work on the shorts.

-kj
YOU ARE WHAT YOU WEAR
Vertiginoso said…
About your last post, "Short denim shorts with exposed pocket effect + loose top with side cleavage AND black bra unveiled = Bewitching "Bella-esque" equation" !!!
ps: Frankly Hope you feel Better , I warmly wish you a speedy recovery "across the Ocean" Dear !!!

à Bientôt, Antoine
Anacecilia said…
im sorry you arent feeling well :( i hope you get better and no more visits ato the docs at 3 are required :( you still manage to look stunning!!! :) feel betetr!
The Sydney Girl said…
you look gorgeous girl!!!! love those heels with the socks! :) x
Anonymous said…
Bella, you look super amazing. Wish I could rock knee high socks! I laid off the shopping over the summer and was proud of my self-control. :) When you do, you realize just how little use you get out of your existing wardrobe. Just read your latest post.. hope everything is okay lady! Sending you positive thoughts and well wishes.

xo, Becs
Rand said…
oh god this is really pure LOVE!
just everything is amazing
Unknown said…
hope you're feeling much better and healthier.

God bless!
Caramell said…
ey, this stuff is wonderful! your pics are always amazing.
You just look like a model, lucky! Hope you don't mind me adding ya to my faves? ;)
sexyinthecity said…
Great outfit!!
love the shorts, they look great!! and the sandals are amazing!!
You have great style!
xx
Sandra said…
Nice!!
budget chic said…
I'm feeling that handbag, how cool is that. The over-the-knee socks are so 80s and I love 'em. You look amazing as always!
Annie Spandex said…
Get well soon, gorgeous! xx
Anonymous said…
i love what you did to these shorts! sandals are way cute too!
▲ FARRAH ▲ said…
Effortless look Bella!

So sorry to hear about your health, I hope you get better soon!

Farrah
stylecrumbs.blogspot.com
Pixie said…
Oh Bella, you are just so pretty. You make the most casual outfits look like they belong on a super-model. Hoping that the weekend brings you much good health. Loving you as always. Thoughts and prayers for speedy recovery. How can you look so goreous when you feel so bad! I just don't get it. Have a great weekend.
Unknown said…
This outfit is awesome. I soo very much dig the thigh highs and studded jeaned shorts... love it!
Unknown said…
oh how perfecttt
studs on the inside pockets!
hahhh i love itttt

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