Friday Fancies::Wedding Guest Two Ways

Though it's the end of summer...this weekend is the first only wedding we're attending of the season!  I love going to weddings...it's really an opportunity to dress up and feel a little special!  Ironically, {av} chose a wedding theme this weekend for her Friday Fancies!

Wedding Guest::Two Ways by schuelove featuring flat sandals

This is a special dress worth wearing during a special occasion...the Rachel Gilbert dress especially does the trick...I am obsessed!

It's easy to pick out accessories that are outrageous and expensive....I thought it would be fun to dress this dress up two ways...less & luxe...why not mix it up?!

Flat sandals are a great way to add sparkle, but keep a casual feel to the outfit.  Paired with the pearl earrings and sequins clutch...I love the overall feeling this gives to the dress.

On the flipside...I am loving the heeled sandals and Marchesa clutch...total glam.  Of course, I adore the geode inspired earrings...definitely one of my favorite trends right now!

How do you fancy it up for weddings?!

xo natasha

P.S. I get to have lunch with Michaela today...pretty excited!!!  :)

Friday Fancies::Back to School

Happy Friday!  I am looking forward to a weekend full of NO plans!  Isn't that funny?  I've just been so booked this summer, that the thought of being in town, with no agenda, sounds pretty amazing right about now.  And because we don't have plans, it helps that I get to play along with {av}'s theme this week: Friday Fancies: Back to School!

Back to School by schuelove featuring silk tops

It's been several years since I've worried about what I'm going to wear to my first day of school, but I think it would be fun to really step up my game.  College tended to be more about comfort than fashion {at least where I went!}...so it's fun to dream up an outfit!

First, I am very much in love with the poncho trend {last talked about here} so I am happy to see it back this fall.  Of course, this Stella McCartney poncho is pure perfection!  

Do any of you watch "Real Housewives of New York"?  This season, Cindy wore this AMAZING outfit when she had tea with Sonya.  I've wanted to recreate it ever since and can't seem to find any pictures of her in this particular outfit.  Anyway...this is from my memory...she wore oversized shorts with OTK socks and boots.  I just love this look and hope I did her outfit justice with these pieces.  

I like the subtle hints of navy, not only in the socks but also this amazing Alexandar McQueen tote.  Just fabby!  Of course the adorable "wise" owl will make me feel a bit more smart on my first day of school...along with these awesome House of Harlow earrings!  How could my first day go wrong?

Alright, I'm done thinking about fall...I'm still hanging onto this summer weather people!  It will be snowing here before I know it!  Le sigh to that!

Hope you have a great weekend!

xo natasha

Friday Fancies::Anniversary Date

Happy Friday!

I'm so excited it's the weekend, because Hubs and I are taking off to Sonoma for two nights!  We'll be celebrating our two year anniversary, while sipping wine and eating gourmet cuisine {have I mentioned I really like wine & food?!?}.  

Thank you again for allowing me to showcase our wedding over the last couple weeks...you can find all of those posts here.  I loved getting to relive the day with all of you and can't thank you enough for all the sweet comments!  :)

Ruched dress, $396
Christian louboutin shoes, $995
Chloé beaded handbag, $1,650
Cara Accessories wide bracelet, $88
Kimberly McDonald butterfly jewelry, £17,280

Anyway...getting down to business!  We're planning on eating at some amazing restaurants...a special thank you to Kate over at Centsational Girl and Michelle at Ten June for all your help and suggestions!  

Since we're planning to indulge, I would love to wear a decadent outfit out on our anniversary dinner...Friday Fancy style of course!  I think this little frock by Alice & Olivia would do the trick nicely, don't you?  I love the asymmetrical top and taupey brown color...so rich and flattering.

 The shoes and bag are really the show stoppers though.  How cool are these Christian Louboutin shoes?!  And I just die over this Clhoe clutch!  I want...I need!  :)

Last, I am loving the geode earrings and wide bracelets.  I'm all set for my sparkling wine and chocolate dipped strawberries...thank you!

I can't wait to report back on the wineries and restaurants we visit!   Hope you all have a great weekend!

xo natasha

Friday Fancies::Palm Springs Weekend

Happy Friday!

By the time you read this, I will be on my way to sunny Palm Springs, California...and by sunny, I mean 109 degree weather!  Yee haw!

One of my best friends is moving to China for two years to teach first graders there.  I am SO excited for her...it's such a great opportunity, but of course I will miss her like crazy.  Anyway...she's having all of her best friends meet for a fun weekend in Palm Springs to wish her farewell.  I'm looking forward to reconnecting with all my childhood friends and spending quality time together!

Palm Springs Weekend by schuelove featuring a straw hat

If I could wear anything this weekend, I think I would do something boho chic!  Of course, I'm linking up to {av}'s Friday Fancies to show off my picks.

The jumpsuit {or romper} is quite reasonable from H&M...only $16!  Which means, I can definitely splurge on some Missoni wedge heels, right?  I think so!  :)

I adore this coral bag and sea foam earrings...my two favorite trends right now!  Of course, I'm rounding it out with the "oh so hot" friendship bracelets and hat for shade.

I'll defintiely report back on my mini vacation next week...who knows, maybe I'll even tweet over the weekend {find me on Twitter here}!!  In the meantime, have a great weekend!

xo natasha

Friday Fancies::Summer Concert

Happy Happy Friday!!!

I am especially excited that it's the weekend because my best of best friends is in town this weekend!  We met our first week of college in the dorms and have been best friends ever since!  One of her good friends from San Diego is getting married in Tahoe tonight and then we'll spend time boating on the lake and listening to the Steve Miller concert Saturday night!

Summer Concert by schuelove featuring a sheer shawl

We're not actually attending the concert, but instead setting up a picnic and listening from the golf course next door!  Can't wait!  :)

I thought I'd dream up this little ditty for the concert...Friday Fancy style!

First, I am in love with this coral colored maxi skirt..it's only $625...no biggie right?   It all balances out with this adorable mint colored tank...knot included.  Love that trend right now.

The Joie gladiators and Prada bag are definitely staples with this outfit...gotta tread the greens lightly!  A light scarf will keep me warm, should I need it.

Last, I am loving the blue earrings and rings...also the gold bracelets.  Great accessories always make an outfit...don't you think?

Do you have any fun plans this weekend?

xo natasha

Friday Fancies::Day to Night

Happy Friday Friends!

Sorry for the late post today, but as a lot of you know, I was in San Francisco yesterday meeting a lot of fabulous bloggers!!!  I had a ton of fun and plan to recap on Monday {after I can steal some pictures!}.  For a sneak peak, visit Michaela's blog here.

Day to Night by schuelove featuring flat shoes

Anyway!  I am excited Friday is already here again because that means I get to link up with {av} from Long Distance Loving and show you what I'm fancying!  I thought I would switch it up and show off this lovely Madewell dress by styling it two different ways today.

We all have items in our closet that we might figure can only be worn to work or out at night...or only weekends.  But I am a firm believer that any piece can be versatile for the right occasion.  I love this Madewell dress because there are a TON of ways to wear it!

My day look includes a jean jacket by H&M, strappy flat sandals and some fun turquoise accents.  I love mixing and matching patterns too...which is why this ikat tote make a fun addition to this outfit.

For night, I threw on a chunky belt, switched the flats out for these fab Valentino heels and "fancified" the jewelry.  In keeping with the turqoiuse theme from earlier in the day, I thought this YSL clutch was the perfect touch.

So tell me...do you wear certain pieces multiple ways?  Do you find it adds longevity to your wardrobe?  I know I do!

Have a great weekend!

xo natasha

Friday Fancies::Celebrity Golf

Happy Friday!

This weekend is a BIG weekend for Tahoe...we have the Celebrity Golf Tournament happening and it always brings out lots of fun VIP's and spectators.  While most of the players are athletes like Michael Jordan, Emmit Smith, Tony Romo {it was SO cool when he was dating Jessica Simpson}, and others...there are still actors, like "Carlton" from Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Kevin from the Office, Kate Hudson's brother, Oliver and Jack Wagner {Heather Locklear is there too!}.  More info on the tournament can be found here.

Of course, I also love seeing all the celebrity's wives...it serves for GREAT fashion inspiration...let me tell you!  :)  I've been out on the course the last couple of days and this inspired my Friday Fancy post today.

Celebrity Golf by schuelove featuring orange shorts

Top: Splendid

Shorts: Dorothy Perkins

Sandals: Top Shop

Earrings: Max & Chloe

Bracelet: Hermes

Hat: Madewell

Bag: Meli Melo

This definitely has a "color block" feel to me...and that's saying a lot for the color neutral girl that I am.  But it's fun and fresh and perfect for spending the day on the course!  

I'll see if I can get any pictures this weekend...it's a fun event!!

Hope you all have a great weekend!

xo natasha

Friday Fancies::Girlfriend's Day

Happy Friday Girlies!  It was nice to have a short week, no?  I am happy that it's already the weekend...gotta love those long holiday weekends!

Girlfriend's Day by schuelove featuring buckle belts

This weekend, Hubs is out of town to a Bachelor Party, so that means I get to spend some time with my girlies!  I am particularly, spending time with my BFF who is moving to China in August.  I am definitely looking forward to seeing her and getting as much time in as possible before she leaves.

Of course, spending time with the girls means it's time to be ultra chic aka link up to Friday Fancies!  I am OBSESSED with the All Saints skirt...OMG...L-O-V-E!  Like...can I have it now?

I paired it with this slinky top and UBER awesome YSL heels.  And who doesn't love this TopShop clutch?  Me wants!  :)

The accessories?  Try House of Harlow and the super popular Friendship Bracelets!  Love this trend.  And to tie it all together, a Lauren by Ralph Lauren belt...classic!

What are your plans this weekend?  Hope it's a great one!

xo natasha

Friday Fancies::Masquerade Ball

Well hello lovlies!  

I bet you weren't expecting a post like this on the 4th of July Weekend, but we are pretty excited because we have Royal Masquerade Ball to attend tonight in Sonoma!  It's for our friend's 30th birthday and it's going to be amazingly extravagant!  This girl knows her stuff...she's a fabi fashion designer {check out her collection here} and I am excited to celebrate her big day!

Everyone must wear formal attire and masks...oh yes, I DIY'd mine!  :)  It's being held at a winery and I am pretty excited to get all dressed up!  Of course...if I could wear anything it might look like this...

Masquerade Ball by schuelove featuring handcrafted diamond rings

I'm linking up with {av} over at Friday's Fancies to showcase this dream dress and accessories.  This Jason Wu feather dress is so dramatic and elegant...perfect for a masquerade party, don't you think?  I am pretty much in love.

These Monique Pean earrings are my new favorite thing...that I can't possibly afford.  I love how organic they are...definitely show-stoppers.  So is this ring...le sigh!

The Brian Atwood heels are a perfect match...and the lace clutch adds a little "fancy"!

I WISH my ensemble looked like this tonight...but nevertheless, we're going to have a great time...can't wait!

The rest of the weekend we plan on being out on the boat, grilling on the BBQ, and enjoying the sun!  What are your plans??

Have a great weekend!

xo natasha