Miami Style Map- A 60's Fashion Nod in Key Biscayne

Just call me Twiggy! This Peter-Pan collared 70's shift dress is one of my favorite recent looks from H&M. Let me just state that this is not a maternity dress but it sure is tailored just right if you happen to be expecting- like I am! It is effortlessly chic and readily wearable for just about any occasion with the right accessories and shoes! 

I have an affinity for certain blue and pink combos- like this blush pink mixed with dusty blue and seasoned with a bit of mint green. It's quintessential spring with vibrant pastels that work well against any skin tone. 

I seem to gravitate to these comfortable, almost mod-like dresses because they are so easy to wear and fun to style. I wore this dress on a recent family photo session with Coco and Maya (photographed by Natalie from www.sunaphotography.com), and I was going for something summery and laid back- a picture perfect beach side getaway look since we were shooting at Key Biscayne. 

I paired the dress with camel colored sandals (such a great neutral) and a braided updo with my clip-on bangs. Adding bangs to this retro inspired frock is definitely a nod to that swinging 60's modern girl who wants to be playful, free-spirited, and carefree! 

Can we talk about this amazing pearl ear cuff by Bace Jewelry that is so on point combined with the florals?! It was the only statement piece needed for a dress like this and it was center stage since my hair was pulled back. I can't tell you how many compliments I received on that ear cuff. 

But for all you squeezers that know me so well- what do you think my favorite part of this whole look is?! 

If you guessed....

POCKETS! Then you win a million dollars. JK. You win some squeezer love from me! 

On me: 

Dress- H&M
Ear Cuff- Bace Jewelry
Sandals- Dolce Vita 

In Style, 

Kat 

Miami Style Map: A Dolce and Gabbana Ad Comes to Life in Miami

Well Dolce and Gabbana just got their first Cuban model- me! Wouldn't you say so after seeing these divine photographs by Lizzie from Ra-haus http://ra-haus.com/?! I tell you, mouth agape is an understatement when I first laid eyes on the final images. My first reaction was, "Lizzie, omg, this looks like a freakin' Dolce and Gabbana print ad. And I'm totally going to frame these on my nightstand." Ok, Paris Hilton (#healthynarcissism) 

And all my supermodel dreams have come true. BRAVISIMO! 

The setting is a historic Miami landmark, modeled after a very famous European palace (that's all I can give you, but if you're a local, you pretty much know where I am). No wonder it feels like a time capsule of sorts. I, Katherine Buccio of the Cuban Renaissance, am feeling very 'Maja de Miami" in my vintage garb. 

It takes a fabulous outfit to outshine this picturesque location and I think I found a winner in this black and white structured number from Aristocracy Bohemia in Baton Rouge. While on assignment in the Bayou for Miss USA, I came across this gallery/vintage/menswear shop in downtown Baton Rouge with the sweetest owners and the coolest finds. 

This lady-like number, with its tasteful feminine silhouette, has a 1950's throwback that still transcends today's trends. Not to mention, I feel like a character out of Mad Men without really trying too hard. I dusted off my grandmother's velvet envelope bag (it was a winter favorite in the city, now it just cries underneath my bed) to compliment this vintage look. 

These T-strap gold sequined pumps, a West Village find years ago, are a secret weapon in my closet.  I love the white piping accent and the red heel is nice touch. Who would have thought all these retro pieces would find love again? 

And last but not least, the hair. Oh, the hair. One look at this dress and the first thought that popped to mind was, "Milkmaid braids!" And so milkmaid braids I shall have. My other extremely talented hair dresser, Ana, whipped this badass braid in a matter of minutes. Seriously, how did she do that?! It's my Lebowski. It ties the whole look together. These Miami Twice earrings (a $5 find) are the perfect vintage accessory to finish off the look. 

On Me:

Dress- Aristocracy Bohemia (Baton Rouge) 

Shoes- Oh Deer! 

Purse- Vintage

Earrings- Miami Twice

In Style, 

Kat