#5 & #1

Yes, I know "double dipping" is frowned upon.  But it totally looks lovely and I couldn't help it!  Here is #5 &#1:

#5-An evening dress with ultra-plain open-toed sandals

#1-An evening dress with a straw handbag

#6

#6-Loafers with shorts and even with socks

I know.  Those aren't loafers, they're oxfords.  And I'm aware that I left out socks.  I guess I'm just not that brave.  This is my spin on it anyway:)

#7

#7-A diamond necklace with a denim shirt, during the day

#8

#8-A sequined sweater with men's trousers

Check out all 10 ways to "Dress Like a Parisian" here.

#9

Another installment of Ten Ways to Dress Like a Parisian.

#9-A pencil skirt with ballet flats

#10

You may remember this post on Ten Ways to Dress Like a Parisian.  Well I have taken the liberty to create styleboards (at kaboodle.com) for each tip:).  I know you're excited! Here it goes...

#10- Jeans with gem-encrusted sandals

Check It Out!

Do you remember in elementary school & middle school when you had a kaboodle? This is the one that I had:

Super stylish, I know:) Well those kaboodles were used to store collections of everything & anything. Mine stored my jewelry, lip gloss collection, and hair accessories.

You should be pleased to know that there is a kaboodle now for us now too! (I know you're probably scared about this idea, haha) However, today's kaboodle is a place where you can make lists of things that you have found on the internet that interest you. It can be a conglomeration of anything you want, from fashion to furniture and gadgets to beauty items. Take a look and enjoy!

http://www.kaboodle.com/

Dress Like A Princess

http://royalwedding.yahoo.com/photos/sets/829/How-to-get-Kate%27s-look.html

Not Too Shabby

 

I am in love with the Shabby Apple. I don't remember how or when discovered their gorgeous creations. But I am completely in love with their collections (which all have such whimsical yet descriptive names). It's so hard to pick favorites because they're all stunning works of art. 

If I had to pick JUST ONE dress to buy it would be Shanghai because of it's timeless silhouette.  It exudes simplicity and elegance from the cut of the skirt and sleeves to the material.  I also love the versatile effortlessness of the dress.  It can be paired with anything and dressed either up or down depending on the occasion.  The stunning deep purple color just makes it irresistible! Here are my current favorites:

So I was originally going to post my top 3, which then turned into 5.  As you can see it developed into a full-fledged "Top Ten."

Disclaimer:  I do not own any of their dresses (having a husband in medical school = no $$$), but definitely plan on it when I have the means. That is if petite, little me is brave enough to order a dress online:)

In The Movies

So Design*Sponge has incredible posts one all things creative & beautiful.  Amy who writes the "Living-in" section NEVER disappoints!  Her posts are about taking a trip into films and how to take that style and make it happen in your home, office, or on you!  I'm completely in love with her posts and they have me swooning over umbrellas, parasols, straw hats, and all things vintage.

Check it out for yourself:
http://www.designspongeonline.com/category/living-in