double take: aztec printed

Meet my newest partner in crime, and blog bestie Laura. We both have a penchant for all things girly, and (cough) expensive, and simultaneously fell for this aztec printed skirt. Although we gravitate towards very similar pieces, the way we put them together always comes out differently. I love her classic yet casual spin on such a bold pattern -- totally opposite from my pattern on print look.

Check out Laura's full look on her blog Lo So Fancy!

{Kate Spade coat (on super sale at the outlet); Loft top; JCrew factory skirt; Madewell shoes (similar + on sale!); Coach 'Willis' bag; Jeweliq necklace (old, but similar); bracelets -- JCrew, Catbird} 

::photos by Laura::

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layers in lace

A basic chambray dress is such a wardrobe staple for me -- I consider it just as essential as the LBD. It's an instant outfit no-brainer that can be layered with different patterns and textures, or worn alone just as easily. But chambray in neon pink is even more fun, especially when paired with my favorite, no-fuss (lace) LBD.

{ASOS leather jacket (old, love this one); Juicy Couture lace LBD (old but similar); JCrew dress (old, but in denim, similar for a great price); Plenty by Tracy Reese pumps; vintage Coach Willis bag; Ray Bans; Jeweliq necklace (similar); bracelets -- JCrew, Catbird}

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jeweliq giveaway (closed)

Happy Monday! It's time for another giveaway!

I am so excited to be hosting a giveaway for Jeweliq! You've seen me wear Jeweliq nonstop and I know you'll be addicted too. Not only are all of their baubles gorgeous, all of their pieces are totally guilt free -- priced at $25 and under, including shipping! Um...YAY!! (I already have a wish list! See picture 3). Here's how 1 lucky reader can win a piece of jewelry of their choice:

REQUIRED

(post in ONE comment)

1. LIKE Jeweliq on FACEBOOK

2. FOLLOW Dressed Up Alligators on 

BLOGLOVIN or INSTAGRAM 

3. Leave an email address so I can contact you if you win!

ADDITIONAL

(post each entry in a separate comment)

1. FOLLOW Jeweliq on TWITTER 

2. FOLLOW Jeweliq on INSTAGRAM

3. TWEET about the giveaway including both 

@Jeweliq + @DressAlligators in your tweet!

GIVEAWAY ENDS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6

GOOD LUCK!

{This giveaway is open to US + Canada residents only}

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By the way....

Did you find something you LOVE and NEED something Jeweliq now? (For under $25 I wouldn't be surprised!!) You can get a FREE Love Bracelet with any Jeweliq purchase! 

(2 for the price of 1? Sold.)

Just head over to the Jeweliq Facebook Page to grab this offer!

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ride on

Say hello to my new ride. We're in love, love, lovvve.

{Asos jacket (old but similar); Gap top; JCrew skirt (0n sale!); Madewell flats; Ray Ban aviators, bracelets -- JCrew, Jeweliq}

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nyfw diary + walter baker

A few years ago, walking into Lincoln Center (without sneaking in and being escorted to leave) was a far off dream. And being dressed by the designer and his team to attend a show was crazy talk. But I guess crazier things can happen as I attended my first ever fashion show last week, dressed in the designer's fall collection -- and what a perfect show to start off with. A roomful of stunning prints, gorgeous colors, and intricately beautiful details that I love so much about Walter's designs -- and are so me. I have my eye on a few faves -- that ombre motorcycle jacket is to die for, and the square cutouts are my new favorite things. 

Thank you again to the WB team for having me!

1. At Lincoln Center (!!)

2. Hello NYC!

3. Picking out goodies to wear at the Walter showroom

4. Wearing Walter before the show

5. Print mixing heaven in tribal prints

6. Close up lace + neon pink

7. Loved this bright fuchsia paired with blue + tie-dye florals

8. GENIUS ombre leather jacket

9. Obsessed with the cool blues/whites/blacks on this side -- the cutout square lace is even more stunning in person. Swoon.

10. Accessory close up

11. Posing again in Walter outside Lincoln Center

 {Walter Baker dress (also available in this color); Forever 21 clutch (old but similar); B. Makowsky shoes; Catbird teardrop bangle; Jeweliq bracelets}

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red shoes

I finally bought a pair of the perfect cherry red heels just in time for sandal weather to be over -- typical. But their sale price makes it OK. I tend to use red as a neutral, especially with classic blue and white. This week has been nonstop, running between NYC and Boston, I am off to the city again tomorrow for a whirlwind 24 hours. Such a dream come true, but so exhausting! The things us girls do for fashion.

{Target dress; JCrew bag (on sale + 30% 0ff) & shoes (similar + on sale); Jeweliq necklace}

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seaside date

Spent a day exploring and relaxing in Bristol/Newport R.I. with the BF on one of the last weekends of summer. For more pictures follow me on Instagram!

1. Look of the day

2. Seaside picnic goodies

3. Our view above

4. Newport R.I. pullover + zig-zag bracelets (aka. my new obsession) via Jeweliq

5. Cappuccino break topped with cinnamon

6. Hanging with the grapes at Newport Vineyard

7. SAD-face

8. Bristol mansion view -- swoon.

   9. Garden daisies

10. Outfit closeup: leo, red and zig-zags

{Olive & Oak top via TJMaxx; Madewell shorts & flats; Longchamp bag; JCrew belt; Jeweliq bracelets ($20!)}

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doll-matian

Still obsessed with wearing one pattern head to toe. Dressing up a simple shift dress with fun jewelry from this post not only makes this more special, it is so effortless. I almost threw on my favorite Dalmatian heels (last seen here) but it was a flats kind of day -- happy weekend!

{H&M dress (recent); Zara sandals; Longchamp bag; Karen Walker sunnies; necklaces: Jeweliq, JCrew}

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