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Top: Topshop (in stores) | Skirt: James Perse | Clutch: J. Crew ( similar in mint) | Shoes: Sergio Rossi ( similar ) | Lace B...




Top: Topshop (in stores) | Skirt: James Perse | Clutch: J. Crew (similar in mint) | Shoes: Sergio Rossi (similar) | Lace Bra: American Apparel

Apologies for the radio silence around here - things got pretty busy what with going to Seattle and then coming back and temping and then it being the fourth with people visiting - I feel like I haven't caught a breath until now!

Anyway, on to the outfit above - I fell in love with this top the moment I walked into the store - the beading is gorgeous and I love the simplicity of the white silk, and of course the fact that it's nice and flowy for this ridiculously hot summer we're having. At first I wasn't sold on the hole in the back, then realized I could always keep it classy by throwing a cardigan on top (it's pretty but demure from the front), or wear it for a night out with a black lace bra underneath. Solved!

You will probably know by now that I adore a simple black and white outfit, but I had to add a little color with these bright purple heels I scored at the Barneys Warehouse Sale last fall. They're the perfect shade of my favorite color, and I love the look of a caged shoe. Plus, they add just the right amount of edginess to an otherwise pretty outfit - at least in my opinion!

I hope everyone had a happy fourth!

Photos by Lauren

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10 comments

  1. hiJuly 9, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    i LOVE your shoes.

    lets get together soon. I'm working in the city now.

    Taylor
    www.whiskey-ginger.com

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    1. Jess | the Jess JournalsJuly 9, 2013 at 7:12 AM

      Thanks hon! Happy birthday! And yes let's def get together soon! :) xo

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  2. UnknownJuly 9, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    Yeah..umm..that shirt. I love it!!! The pop of color with your shoes really pulls the whole look together. xoLili

    www.satinandscotch.com

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  3. elle [wonderfelle world]July 9, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Gorgeous top and those shoes are an amazing score!! Love the purple color!

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  4. nancy @ adore to adornJuly 9, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    amazing top! Love the details! =)
    xo,
    nancy

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  5. AlyssaJuly 9, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    I'm obsessed with tops that have embellishment lately–this is so pretty!

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  6. eileen ragan | leaner by the lakeJuly 9, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Head over heels for the embellishment, feels vintage but updated with the cut out in the back! lovely shirt!

    Leaner By The Lake

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  7. AnnieJuly 11, 2013 at 3:58 AM

    Love that gorgeous top on you, and what fabulous shoes!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  8. CrystalinJuly 11, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    I just love the pop of color in your shoes!

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  9. CinzJuly 14, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    Lovely top! I went to Topshop in HK a few weeks ago and sadly, it wasn't too much of a fuss for me,lol...i remember the stuff being way nicer when i was livin in London. But your Topshop top is definitely a winner!

    Cinz
    http://cinzee.wordpress.com

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