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Monday, February 13, 2012

Monday Morning Inspiration: V-Day Ensembles

Hello, lovelies!  Today's Monday Morning Inspiration is all about Valentine's Day fashion.  But, instead of looking ahead at the NYFW runways for inspiration, today we are looking back.   We are looking back at three great fashion muses that changed the way we think and feel about getting dressed.  So no matter what your V-Day plans are, I've got you covered!
Our first muse is the beautiful Audrey Hepburn.  Known for her classic feminine silhouettes and ladylike grace, I felt she was the perfect icon to model a romantic Valentine's Day dinner outfit after.  Naturally, I chose a Milly dress paired with Kate Spade black heels, classic diamond studs and a structured Chanel bag.  The bows on the Kate Spade heels and on the waist of the dress add feminine glamour.   The neutral color palette also pays tribute to Audrey's classic style.
If you are spending Valentine's Day with a group of girlfriends or planning to go out for a night on the town, look no further than Miss Carrie Bradshaw for outfit inspiration.  The ultimate "girl's girl", Carrie was always pushing the limits with her style and never failed to make a statement.  Since we are in the middle of winter, I couldn't feature her pink tank+pink tulle tutu that we all love.  Instead, I went with a biker jacket, a black form-fitting skirt, and Chloe ankle boots.  Accessorize this rocker-chic look with a Louis Vuitton clutch and snake cuff, and you're ready to conquer the city.  In case you don't have an endless credit card limit like Carrie, here are a few beautiful alternatives to achieve this same look:  Biker Jacket/Anke Boots/Snake Cuff




Our third muse is the sultry Brigette Bardot.  Known for her sex appeal and carefree demeanor, Brigette is beyond naturally beautiful.  For a relaxed evening in, I turned to Brigette for fashion inspiration.  This outfit is modeled for a movie night in with your hubby or girlfriends, so naturally a comfy wrap sweater and scarf were essential.  I accessorized this look with Chloe riding boots and tortoise shell specs.


However you spend your Valentine's Day, whether with your sweetie or your BFFs, I hope you spend it stylishly! 

40 comments:

  1. These are all perfection
    Tiffany
    thedesignerlifestyle.blogspot.com

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  2. The white biker jacket, nude Chloe boots and gray, wrap sweater are amaaaazing!! Too bad they are a bit out of my price range!

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  3. need the shoes in the first collage!

    xoxo navy & orange

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  4. Love the night out look, that white biker jacket needs to get into my closet! Super cute looks.

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  5. obsessed with that wrap in the last set! great picks love xo

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  6. Love these looks -- especially the movie night in!

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  7. Love the Audrey look its so perfect for a vday date. Makes you feel special inside and out:)

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  8. You've nailed every single one of these looks!! I would love to stay in and watch girly movies and drink hot cocoa! ;)

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  9. Great outfits- I love, LOVE that Milly dress!!

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  10. MOVIE NIGHT IN outfit is like my major staple. You even got the tortoise shell glasses right!

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  11. All of these picks are amazing!!! I wish I could wear them all :) I think that my v-day date is looking most like movie night in :) XO brynn

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  12. What a great post! You really captured the unique looks of all of these icons perfectly. Love it.

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  13. Great outfits! I love the top one the most.

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  14. I am definitely leaning towards the 3rd look...just because I want to be low key for vday...BUUUT, I love that 1st look!! so classic,beautiful, and chic!!

    <3Amanda
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  15. I love that muses behind these gorgeous outfits! I think I would go with Carrie's ensemble for a perfect Valentines day :)

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  16. I love them all. I love that you had a muse for each outfit!

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  17. Okay Sam, you totally nailed all 3 of these on the head! They're all totally fabulous & I'd wear them all! Happy early Valentine's Day!

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  18. great combinations you put together- i'm loving them all! the milly dress needs to be in my closet STAT!

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  19. That first dress is so my style. I love the simplicity. What great boards, friend! xo

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  20. Audry Hepburn's dress is completely my style. I didn't like any of her movies. That was before my time, but I thought they were boring... But she is adorable!Anyway, I love all the outfits! :)

    xoxo
    taylor

    taylormorgandesign.blogspot.com

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  21. I love your picks! I'll be going out for dinner with my hubby, so I'll opt for a #1 look :)
    Happy Valentine's Day xo

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  22. Wow! They are all so lovely, I don't think I could choose!

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  23. I love your muse picks for each ensemble - choosing an inspiration muse can make even a lowkey evening watching dvd's seem glamorous and fun :)

    -Marie
    So What If I Like Pretty Things

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  24. No words! What a fabulous post. I will take each of these outfits. Perfection!

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  25. The Brigette look is my favorite of course! Hope you had a good weekend Doll!

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  26. These are so fantastic. I think I might have a tough time choosing between Carrie and Brigitte! The Chloe boots and that gray wrap dress are competing for my affection.

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  27. I absolutely love the Carrie-inspired outfit! She's my favorite!

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  28. Movie night in is so me and my Valentine. And I love Brigette Bardot!

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  29. Ahh these are all gorgeous outfits! I love the Audrey look, but would probably be more likely to wear the Brigitte outfit! Gorgeous post! Happy Valentines day! xx

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  30. Such beautiful V day inspiration Sam! Love Audrey and Carrie :)

    Abbey x

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  31. I love the outfit for a night out with the girls! SO edgy and chic! :)

    xx
    Lynzy

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  32. I absolutely love this post! All three looks are fantastic. Happy Valentine's Day!

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  33. I've been dying of those Chloe boots forever and that wrap looks super comfy!

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