Chara Vegan Leather Party Dress curated on LTK

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Feeling edgy in this Alice & Olivia LBD! 🖤

A paired it with an Abercrombie bodysuit to keep it more modest as well as a new handbag that I purchased at the Burberry flagship store during our recent London trip! 🇬🇧

#LTKtravel #LTKstyletip #LTKHoliday

Feeling edgy in this Alice & Olivia LBD! 🖤 A paired it with an Abercrombie bodysuit to keep it more modest as well as a new handbag that I purchased at the Burberry flagship store during our recent London trip! 🇬🇧 LTKtravel LTKstyletip LTKHoliday

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My super easy, comfortable, will definitely be trying to sleep on the plane travel fit ✈️✨👖🤍

#LTKTravel #LTKStyleTip #LTKShoeCrush

Words alone can’t stop a fire or restore a lost home, but they can provide comfort and help ease the overwhelming emotions the circumstances created.

If you’re the one grieving, it’s okay to let people help. Say “yes” to dinner offers, accept someone’s hand with errands, and don’t feel obligated to “be strong” for everyone else. Your well-being matters, and leaning on others doesn’t make you weak—it makes you human.

If talking about what happened feels too hard, ask a trusted friend or family member to share the news for you. Protecting your energy is not selfish; it’s self-care.

There’s no right or wrong way to grieve. Whether you need to cry, sit in silence, or find moments of distraction, honor what feels right for you. Healing takes time, and it’s okay to take it one step at a time.

Above all, know that you’re not alone. Even in the hardest moments, there are people who care deeply and want to support you—let them.

#prayforla #griefsupport #grief #spreadlove

This faux fur jacket from Revolve is becoming my winter in Washington personality 🧸🤎☕️

#LTKStyleTip

Because life is a fashion show, and why not wear feathers for Christmas morning? 😘 Anyone else rather be “overdressed”? ♥️

blue pajamas: @daily_sleeper
slippers: @wolfandbadger

#christmasjammies #matchingpjs #featherpajamas #sisters #toypoodle

My Nana used to say a host doesn’t need to give away all her secrets and that there’s something to preserving an element of mystery, but I’d love to know what you think! 😘

dress: @saloniofficial
earrings: @lorenhope

#secretrecipes #familyfavorites #hosting #entertaining #etiquette #manners #holidaymeals #tradition

Who else is with me? 🙋🏼‍♀️

In all seriousness, the ideal spot for a handbag is not on a table. Only items that are needed for a meal, like plates, cutlery, glasses, and napkins, and decor, like candles, flowers, and other centerpieces, belong there. 🍽️

In a perfect world, restaurants would offer stands, stools, or hooks to safely hold bags during a meal, but when that’s not an option, putting a bag in your lap under your napkin or beside or behind you on our chair are options, too. Depending on the setting, you might consider hanging your bag on the back of your chair, too. 👛

dress: @mrselfportrait
bag: @loefflerrandall

#etiquette #modernmanners #modernetiquette #handbags #diningetiquette

You could say it’s a little extreme, but we love it.💗

We tend to push our limits with how many holiday parties we attend in Washington in December 🥂, then we fly to Maine to be with our big, happy, (and chilly! 🥶) family up north. Then, we go somewhere warm - just the two of us for New Yesr’s. This year, we chose Cabo! 🇲🇽

We’re grateful for all of the merry and bright moments and time with family and friends this season, but there is something about the warm weather, quiet, healthy food, excercise, and spa time that is just what our introverted souls need. 🥰

We use the time to prioritize our marriage and faith, reflect on the last year, and plan and dream about goals for the years to come. 💫🦋

We’re also so grateful for @mcleanrobbins and her team at @lilypondluxury for making all of our best trips possible! ✈️🙏🏻

#maine #capeneddick #thewaylifeshouldbe #cabo #nye #winterescape #newyearnewgoals

Of these lists, which are your favorite? If you have ins and outs for the new year, I’d love to know what yours are, too! 💫🦋💕

dress: @rebeccavallance
bag: @loefflerrandall
heels: @aquazzura

#insandouts #happynewyear #newyearnewme #newyearnewyou #etiquette #manners #modernetiquette #modernmanners

Started off the new year in Cabo with a little Vitamin Sea as
Now I just need to hype myself up to shovel all the snow we are getting in DC this week! ❄️✨

Because etiquette is about kindness not criticism. Unless you believe the feedback is welcome and can share it an empowering ideally private way, it’s often better to keep feedback to yourself. 🩵

dress: @hillhouse

#etiquette #modernetiquette #modernmanners #diningetiquette #kindness #respect

Thank you to everyone who joined for this ask me anything style live! Let me know if you’d like to do another one like this soon. I’m open to specific topics and themes, too!

sweater: @loveshackfancy

It was such a pleasure joining @fox5dc yesterday for another live segment! In case you missed it, here’s a clip of our game of True or False on holiday etiquette do’s and don’ts.

Regifting isn’t always considered impolite, but here are a few important considerations to keep in mind:

🎁 Don’t regift anything that is super personalized, such as monograms or with names. (I think this goes without needing much explanation 😉)

🎁 Make sure you regift in a different social circle where you are positive the original gifter won’t find out.

🎁 Add a personal touch by including a personal note to the new recipient.

Have you ever been so bold a to regift something? (I have! 🙋🏼‍♀️) Let’s chat below! ✨🎄

And if I’m ever invited somewhere without a dress code, I may take it as an opportunity to break out some feathers. 😘 Who else is with me? 🙋🏼‍♀️

Also, tempting as it may be to get cute and creative, the best dress codes are ones that are clear, especially if you don’t know some of your guests super well.

dress: @tuckernuck
earrings: @lorenhope

#etiquette #manners #dresscode #feathers #lowkeycasualoutfit

I asked Alondra for an OG Victoria Secret glam, but more cool to neutral rather than warm and bronzy. She definitely understood the assignment!

I’ve linked my new favorite lip combo that she introduced to me here.

You can find Alondra at @makeup.alondra on Instagram. 💕

#LTKHoliday #LTKBeauty

Is it just me, or is a pretty planner necessary for achieving anything meaningful? 😘🌈

So happy with my new 2025 Erin Condren LifePlanner and markers, too.

My outfit for a Christmas cozy ladies favorite things party the other night along with the books I brought for the gift swap🎄✨♥️

#LTKHoliday #LTKShoeCrush #LTKSeasonal

What do we think about this Friendsgiving tablescape ?! 🍂💫

And can you believe these gorgeous pieces are rentals? They feel so collected and bespoke. 🙌🏻

Huge thanks to the incredible team at @dcreventrentals for bringing our vision to life! I couldn’t be happier about how it all turned out! 🤎

The floral dress I wore for a beautiful fall wedding in Maryland last night 💍💕✨

dress: Theia Couture
pumps: Jimmy Choo
earrings: Loren Hope

#LTKStyleTip #LTKShoeCrush #LTKParties

Friends who have been here a while will know I have Invisalign, and while I’ve been so impressed with the results, it’s not easy keeping lipstick off my liners. 💋

For a while, I was forgoing any form of gloss and sticking to matte liner and lipstick combinations, but then I discovered this @tomfordbeauty lip blush to put on top of matte lipstick, and it works so well. It gives just a little moisture and shine without the potential to run the way a traditional gloss or lip oil might.

This isn’t sponsored - though I wish it were! But I wanted to share now since @sephora is currently running a big sale. You can find links to all my makeup favorites on my LTK.

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Wearing a Simkhai top and some of my favorite Agolde denim. 🧡

🧜‍♀️🩰🦄👑🎼🚒👮🏿‍♀️🦩🏄‍♂️⛸️👩‍⚕️🧑🏼‍🌾🦋👨‍🏫🐢🤹🏾

#halloween #halloween2024 #etiquette #manners #modernetiquette #trickortreat

#LTKStyleTip #LTKSeasonal #LTKHalloween

Which one is your favorite?

♥️ the classic pose
🐆 the mob couple
🎶 the boy band (inspired by the one and only @valerialipovetsky & @garylipovetsky)
👠 the walk away
🥰 the sweetheart step
👸 the princess twirl

My gown here is @vchapmanstudio. You may recognize the designer because I wore them for our last two weddings. 💍💃 Earrings are @lorenhope, and sparkly silver shoes are @badgleymischka.

#holidayphotos #couplepose #engagementphotos #christmascard #posingtips #modeling #modelinglife #lanadelrey #redlips

My pink crystal heart dress I wore for as Maxine Delacourt for Halloween that I will definitely be wearing again! 💕💎

#LTKParties #LTKStyleTip #LTKHalloween

If you need a quick Sandy costume in a pinch, I’ve got you! 💋🖤⚡️

My Grease costume consisted of a Reformation top, Mother faux leather pants, and Identita red pumps. 👠

#LTKShoeCrush #LTKHalloween #LTKParties

Because comfortable shoes are so key to dancing the night away! 😘💃

My dance shoes are from @yamidanceshoes. They are designed for professionals, but if you’re someone who wants to be comfortable dancing for an extended period of time, I say - go for it! - even if you’re not preparing for a competition anytime soon.

You can find links to these and the other shoes I brought to Ireland and Italy last week on my LTK, too.

#shoesiknow #ballroomshoes #latinshoes #dancingshoes #weddingreception #comfortableheels #weddingguest #weddingstyle

The first in a series of slow, sweet dinners for two in Lake Garda, Italy. Sweater is Self Portrait, denim is Agolde, bag is Burberry, and shoes are Ralph Lauren. ♥️

#LTKStyleTip #LTKTravel #LTKSeasonal

Date night in Lake Garda in some of my favorite Agolde denim, Jimmy Choo booties that I got in Florence 🇮🇹, and a blue suede jacket from Curated by Cecilia in Washington, DC. 💙

#LTKSeasonal #LTKTravel #LTKStyleTip

Went full tilt fall with this barn jacket, cozy sweater, and barn jacket look in Dublin 🇮🇪

#LTKVideo #LTKStyleTip #LTKTravel

Off to a trad night for my brother’s wedding in Ireland! 🇮🇪

sweater: Self Portrait
pants: Paige
shoe: Stuart Weitzman

#LTKSeasonal #LTKParties #LTKStyleTip

Because cozy doesn’t need to mean frumpy 😘

This is the outfit I wore to for a full travel day from Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪 to Lake Garda, Italy. 🇮🇹

I’m all about layers on a plane, want to be comfortable, like to have a little heel for better visibility going through lines and security, but have also learned from experience that I need to be ready to run. 🏃‍♀️✈️

I shot this reel after 4 hours of sleep when we were about to leave for an early flight. Don’t worry I slept on the plane and plan to get caught up on sleep tonight! 💤 But I share that as background because I need things to be extra cozy if I’m putting them on and getting ready to go super early. ☀️

Do you have go to travel outfits, too? I’ve figured out some options there work for me, but they definitely differ depending on whether it’s domestic or international and the nature of the trip.

jacket: @curated.bycecilia - proud friend moment! Her jackets are the BEST 🤩
sweater: @joie
navy tank top: @bananarepublic
denim: @agolde
booties: @aquatalia
travel belt: @lululemon

#travelfit #ootd #traveloutfit #sweaterweather #turtleneck #polished #elegantstyle #barreljeans #dublin #venice #lakegarda #ireland #italy

Did anyone else first learn this from the Princess Diaries, too? 👑🙋‍♀️

dress: @mrselfportrait
shoes: @stuartweitzman
bag: @burberry

#etiquette #elevateetiquette #modernmanners #modernetiquette #elegant #feminine #seatingpositions #princessdiaries #princessofgenovia

We were just in Dublin for about 13 hours, but we made the best of it! 🍀🇮🇪

I got my hair done at @blow.salons’ Henry St location and then enjoyed one last small dinner with family at the @westburydublin’s Wilde restaurant before we all flew off in different directions. Jason and I stayed overnight at the @westburydublin, too.

We were looking for somewhere easy with healthy food, a decent gym, and relatively close to the airport. ✈️ I, regrettably, didn’t make it to the gym 🙃, but it’s still a spot I would highly recommend!

There’s been a lot is interest in how I go about finding a hair salon when traveling to a new city or country. I swear it’s not as tricky as you may think! I plan to share more on that soon! Especially when traveling to a place with different voltage, I find getting my hair done professional such a level up! 🙌🏻

Now we’re off to Italy! 🇮🇹

jacket: @mrselfportrait
dress: @hillhouse
boots: @giaborghini
bag: @burberry

jacket: @barbour
sweater: @alc_ltd
denim: @agolde
booties: @aquatalia

#visitdublin #ireland #visitireland #dublinitinerary #dublinhair #dublinhairstylist

Which do you like better? My snow leopard inspired @manoloblahnik pumps 🤍 or my @target cheetah print umbrella? ☔️

Very different price points, but similar pop of animal print! 😘

I had every intention of following Julia of @agile_styling’s advice to a T with this look. The dress is rose brown (branching out for me! 🤎), and the shoes are a lower contrast animal print than I’ve worn before…. But then this Irish rain 🍀🌧️ threw my light summer palette outfit plans for a loop, and I grabbed a cheetah print umbrella, which I now know is a bit warm for my coloring. 🐆

dress: @reformation
bag: @burberry

#ootn #coloranalysis #colormatch #colortheory #lightsummer #animalprint #fallfashion #rainydayvibes #rainydayfashion #irishmist #irelandtravel #irelandfashion #donegal #malinhead #ballyliffin

Filing this under the overhaul I didn’t know I needed. 🙌🏻 I’m now gratefully feeling a lot more ready and enthusiastic about hosting as we head into the holiday season. 💗

I truly can’t recommend Jenya and her team at @minimize_and_organize more highly. She is so talented, and has such a warm nonjudgmental way about her. I’m so glad @creator.method brought us together. 🙏

top: @veronicabeard
denim: @mrselfportrait
shoess @birdies

#homeorganization #declutter #hosting #kitchenorganization #closetorganization

In case you missed it, I don’t follow the old no white after Labor Day recommendation. 😘

Is anyone else still finding ways to wear their favorite summer whites this fall? 🍁

I paired this De La Vali cotton dress with a Self Portrait jacket and Gia Borghini boots.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKStyleTip #LTKShoeCrush

I think it all depends on the occasion, but with the right styling, leggings can be part of a polished look. 👖✨

Do you agree or do you think they should be reserved for very casual moments and working out? 🧘🏼‍♀️🤸‍♀️🏃‍♀️

poncho: J.McLaughlin
leggings: Splits 59
shoes: Stuart Weitzman

#rainydayootd #poncho #sweaterweather #stirrupleggings

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