The Refined Woman

INSPIRATION: The Effortless Chic

A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of hanging with and photographing (Southern lady in LA) Jen of The Effortless Chic. She is so cute and uber sweet!

We found this perfect wall to shoot her fabulous lace ensemble from Madewell! Check out her outfit post, and where you can pick up the lovely lace ensemble HERE.

All photos by: Kat Harris

And a few behind the scenes shots never hurt anyone!

Thanks Lindsey Shea for assisting me and grabbing these behind the scenes shots!

Key Pieces:

Jacket: Club Monaco (Similar)

Bag: Kelly Moore Bag

Shoes: GH Bass Weejuns

Have a fabulous Friday!

XO,

Kat

OUTFIT : Blue Swag

One dress four ways.

Upon first glance when I saw this Amazing Cobalt Blue Dress at Madewell I wasn’t completely sold. BUT then folks I tried it on, and DIED; the length, the a-line cut, the stretchy ponte fabric; it all made me melt.

I knew I wanted the dress, but wasn’t convinced I needed it. Then, walking around the store I thought of at least 4 different ways I could wear the dress, and remember our last lesson: don’t buy a piece unless you can think of at least 3 distinct looks with it.

After realizing the options with the dress were endless, I really had no other choice other than to buy it!

Here’s my take on how to spruce up your classy dress that’s just sitting in your closet dying to come play with you!

Photos Courtesy of: Sarah Shreves

Dress: Madewell / White Collared Shirt: Zara old (Similar) / White Blazer: Club Monaco / Belt: JCrew (Similar via Club Monaco) / Penny Loafers: GH Bass Weejuns /Lace Top: BP Nordstroms / Booties: Urban Outfitters (Similar)

OUTFIT : Popped Collars + Penny Loafers

If you know me you know I love me some popped collars and prep, BUT you also know that I’m a bit of a hippie at heart (yes I actually do crave Kale Juice…I know it’s weird).

You can see my love for prep and bohemia all mixed together in this outfit: pearls, penny loafers, and popped collars. My bohemia shines through with my glasses, denim on denim and yummy fur vest.

It was one of our last days in NYC, and I had a day full of shooting in Brooklyn. This outfit is a bit more casual than I typically do for shoots, but hey it was Brooklyn…they can’t care. (#putabirdonit)

Glasses: Warby Parker / Vest: Thrift (similar) / Denim Shirt: H&M / Belt + Jeans: Madewell / Anchor Earrings: Forever 21 (how could I resist really?)/ Shoes: GH Bass (they’re killing it right now).