tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35794646189772969102024-03-13T20:41:35.576-07:00The Haute Blonde- Fashion & Beauty BlogFashion Blog also featuring posts about beauty, travel and all things fabulous! Weekly Outfit posts and fashion tips by Kassandra Brooks- a california girl, fashion blogger, model, designer, Youtube guru, french bulldog mommy, world traveler and wife. Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.comBlogger103125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-70804637440034410692022-04-20T09:24:00.009-07:002022-10-24T09:30:33.356-07:00YesStyle Fashion Haul<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="366" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jlHEza9t0DI" width="676" youtube-src-id="jlHEza9t0DI"></iframe></div><br /><p>I had never heard of YesStyle before they approached me to do a style haul. Their prices and quality are very similar to SHEIN. YesStyle has an impressive array of styles and even rewards you for shopping. I enjoyed my experience and hope that you enjoy this haul video that I made to share the adorable outfits that I bought.</p>Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-9464993893286387622022-02-10T09:43:00.032-08:002022-10-24T09:53:38.137-07:00Shoe Accessories you didn't know you needed!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="421" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9JSvgmg5nK4" width="677" youtube-src-id="9JSvgmg5nK4"></iframe></div><br /><p></p><p>Looking for an easy way to switch things up and add some flair to your step? This video will shoe you 9 simple at-home tricks to accessorize your shoes. This is perfect for traveling since it gives you a variety of looks from one pair of heels!</p>Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-91225989696137055722021-10-24T09:31:00.001-07:002022-10-24T09:42:02.972-07:00My designer shoe collection<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="336" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/u-bteQ7tBVs" width="647" youtube-src-id="u-bteQ7tBVs"></iframe></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #f9f9f9;">Can I share a secret with you?</span></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: #f9f9f9; font-family: inherit;">Ok, it's probably not much of a secret at this point- I LOVE SHOES!! I used to buy so many fast-fashion shoes each year that my closet was over flowing and cluttered with junk. As I have gotten older I realize that quality trumps quantity. In the above video I share</span><span style="background-color: #f9f9f9; font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #030303;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> my designer shoe collection with you. Designer shoes are made to last. Some of my luxury shoes have been in my collection me for over a decade. I can't say the same for many of my cheap shoes that are lucky to make it through an entire season. My high end shoe collection started off with Louis Vuitton but since then I have added some staples from Chanel, Gucci, Christian Louboutin and Christian Dior.</span></span></span></p><span style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #030303; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here is the list of Designer Shoes as the appear in the haul video:
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8. Chanel Quilted Boots
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10. Cristian Louboutin Spiked Heels
11. Cristian Louboutin Chunky Snakeskin Heels
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13. Gucci Marmont Sandals
14. Gucci Marmont Chunky Heels
Which pair of designer shoes was your favorite?</span></span>Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-11628914509615397042020-10-24T14:31:00.003-07:002022-10-24T14:38:06.526-07:00How To Walk In High Heels<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="332" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5QkT4F4bb6U" width="474" youtube-src-id="5QkT4F4bb6U"></iframe></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"> This video is one of my most requested and viewed videos to date. Watch my How To walk In High Heels Video to brush up your skills on walking in high heels skills or just to peep the fashionable footwear. <span style="color: #030303;"><span style="background-color: #f9f9f9; white-space: pre-wrap;">I cover all the basics that high heel beginners need to know as well a few things that high heel lovers may have forgotten about or never thought of.</span></span></span><p></p>Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-33254494577403074432018-01-08T15:57:00.000-08:002018-01-08T15:58:50.886-08:00Picking Up Our French Bulldog Puppy<br />
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Thank you for stopping by my blog and taking a look at Baby Griffin's First Birthday In-N-Out Burger Smash photos! I hope they brought you as much joy as we had getting messy with cheeseburgers and fries.</div>
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Sometimes it just feels awesome to throw your hair in a pony tail, slip on a sweatshirt and jet out the door! This "Friday Chic" graphic hoodie is perfect for such occasions. It's super cute and I can see it quickly becoming my Friday uniform for fall 2015.</div>
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The jeans and hoodie combo was so laid back that it felt only natural to finish it off with my black and gold backpack from Target and my beloved black lambskin Chanel espadrilles. The hoodie really says it all because this outfit, even though totally casual, is effortlessly chic. In my book it is the perfect friday outfit for fall 2015.</div>
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I was so thrilled when I finally found these black Chanel espadrilles in my size! I called just about every store in California and they were all on back order. Then I lucked out on my trip to New York last winter when I found them at Bergdorf Goodman's. There was one pair left in my size and I about jumped for joy! There's nothing quite like Chanel and these Chanel espadrilles makes me smile every time I slip them on.</div>
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I also have an unhealthy obsession with ripped jeans. I swear 90% of my jeans look like they've been through the shredder. This particular pair I scored from the Joe's Jeans outlet at the Camarillo Premium Outlets. That outlet mall is quite spectacular! We paid $5 for a coupon book which took an additional $40 off these jeans, on top of the in store discounts that already applied! I love designer jeans but I hate paying full retail... this was a win, win!</div>
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Grey Friday Chic Hoodie Sweatshirt- <a href="http://www.glamenvy.com/products/friday-sweatshirt" target="_blank">Glam Envy</a></div>
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This grey pencil skirt, the shining star of this outfit, has been on my fashion list for quite some time now. I literally jotted down "Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt" on my wishlist but was having a hard time coming by it. I kept seeing pictures of Kim running around town in these long, fitted and sexy pencil skirts but I couldn't find them anywhere. Finally, I was at the mall and this ruched pencil skirt was in the window! I popped into that Charlotte Russe store so fast and frantically that the sales associate seemed taken back by my enthusiasm. I bought this perfect little pencil skirt instantly, without even trying it on. I left the mall feeling like I had just accomplished something great and I felt even better when I got home and crossed "Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt" off of my fashion wishlist. Plus, just as I had imagined, it fit like a glove!</div>
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If there is one thing I have taken from Kim Kardashian's style it is that simplicity is elegant and timeless. I have been obsessing over all the form fitting pencil skirts and crop top outfits that Kim wears on a regular basis. This clothing combo looks fabulous on all body types and is the sophisticated type of sexy that is suitable for a wide array of age groups. As I get older I struggle with wanting to look sexy yet age appropriate. Kim Kardashian has mastered this.</div>
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Kim Kardashian has also inspired me to wear more solid colors. I feel like I've graduated from youthful or even juvenile prints to classic and chic solids. If you take notice, Kim Kardashian doesn't wear a whole lot of prints these days. She's often seen in monochrome from head to toe. While I love a monochromatic outfit, I also love color which is why I had fun with the red details in this look.</div>
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As you may know, the cause for my recent red obsession has stemmed from my beautiful new Louis Vuitton Estrella bag. It was love at first sight when I saw this cherry red beauty in the Louis Vuitton boutique. Since then, I have been collecting red shoes and clothing to match.</div>
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Grey Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt- Charlotte Russe</div>
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Red High Heels- <a href="http://www.amiclubwear.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=red+heels" target="_blank">AmiClubwear</a></div>
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Red Estrella Bag- Louis Vuitton</div>
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Red & Gold Bracelet- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/RB9226-RED/" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a></div>
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Here is a cute and casual outfit that is perfect for the bi-polar weather as we tradition into fall. One minute the weather feels like summer but as the sun starts to set it becomes all too obvious that warm summer nights are a thing of the past. When that happens, the comfy and cozy flannel shirt hanging from my waist can be worn traditionally to offer warmth to my bare arms.</div>
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This transitional outfit would look just as cute with your favorite pair of denim skinny jeans but I opted for my white ripped jeans because they are super stretchy, making them beyond comfortable, and I liked the edgy vibe that they bring to the look.</div>
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It's all about the accessories! Here is my beloved new bag from Louis Vuitton, the Estrella NM in Cerise or Cherry Red. My red booties match perfectly. Even though I've had these booties for years and they are a bit scuffed up I just can't bare to let them go. I've been looking for a pair of red booties just as good as these or better but I haven't been able to find anything. Until then, I will keep these old classics.</div>
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This outfit is great for running errands around town, shopping or grabbing a quick bite with friends. It is even great for an impromptu date night because it shows that you put thought into your outfit but it isn't too fussy or over-the-top.</div>
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Grey Racerback Tank- <a href="https://shopqrew.com/stores" target="_blank">Qrew</a></div>
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Cerise Estrella Bag- Louis Vuitton</div>
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Red Ankle Booties- <a href="http://www.amiclubwear.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=red+booties" target="_blank">AmiClubwear</a></div>
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If you google search "Fashion Killer T-shirt" you can find countless online boutiques selling this graphic print t-shirt. I came across it on <a href="http://aliexpress.com/">AliExpress.com</a> but I refuse to buy anything else from that site because half of the items I ordered never arrived and most that arrived were such poor quality that I wouldn't even wear them around the house. This shirt, however, was the exception. The material is super soft and comfy and while I haven't washed it yet, the silk screening seems to be done well.</div>
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I originally bought this shirt thinking that it would be fun and cute to wear to the gun range. I could never shoot a living animal but I do enjoy shooting paper targets and sporting clays every once in awhile. (You never know when the zombie apocalypse will hit and you'll need these invaluable skills. lol.) I'm clearly not at the gun range here but I just couldn't wait any longer. When I get new clothes I want to wear them almost instantaneously, it's an intense feeling, and this shirt has been sitting in my closet for months!</div>
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I planned on wearing my Fashion Killer T-shirt with ripped jeans and Converse to the gun range but since I couldn't wait any longer I was able to dress things up a bit more for a day around town.</div>
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These pointy-toe bow heels are my absolute favorite shoes right now! They are so chic and most importantly, incredibly comfortable. I get quite a bit of compliments on them and can wear them with so many different outfits.</div>
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Fashion Killer T-Shirt- <a href="http://aliexpress.com/">AliExpress.com</a></div>
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I've been quite obsessed with the color red lately. My Red Louis Vuitton Estrella Bag lit this fire and I've been buying red clothing like there's no tomorrow. It is kind of funny because I did the same thing with the color blue when I first got my Celine Mini Luggage bag in indigo blue. Don't worry, I'll be back to normal in a few months... or at least until I purchase a new bag!</div>
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The funny thing is that I'm not even carrying my Estrella Bag with this outfit. I instead opted to carry my new Louis Vuitton Pallas wallet like a handheld clutch. This scrumptious cherry red wallet was my anniversary present from my husband this year. It matches my new bag perfectly and was so thoughtful to me because the traditional 3 year wedding anniversary gift is "leather".</div>
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These fringe ankle strap heels caught my attention for a few reasons but if we are being totally honest here, I bought them because they are red! I must have purchased five pairs of red heels in the past month! If you don't believe me just wait until you see my future outfit posts littered with red heels.</div>
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This outfit to me is trendy yet classy. Fringe has made a major comeback this year and I predict it will be even more popular for the upcoming Fall/Winter. I have already caught myself eyeing a few fringed boots and booties! The other popular trend we see making it's way into this ensemble is the crop top and pencil skirt combo. This trend is very streamlined, sexy and fun. You can see it on just about every celebrity in Hollywood from Kim Kardashian to Beyoncé, Jennifer Lawrence, Crissy Teigan, Rihanna and more!<br />
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Red Crop Top- Wet Seal<br />
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Summertime is the perfect time for a good ole fashioned road trip! It gives you time to sing at the top of your lungs with the wind in your hair and your worries left somewhere in the dust! If you've ever traveled from Southern California to Las Vegas then you know the highway can be lonely and desolate but has random quirky treats along the way! We made a pit stop/bathroom break at this cool abandoned gas station and I had to snap a few pics of my comfy yet chic road trip look.</div>
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When traveling by car, airplane,etc. I prefer to travel in pants with stretch in them because I hate being cold in air conditioned environments and I hate feeling constricted by jeans when I'm trying to relax. I decided to wear these royal blue jeggings because they are so comfy. They have so much stretch in them that I could literally sleep in them! </div>
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Now my shoes may not seem like practical road trip attire to some but keep in mind that our final destination was Vegas! Plus, if I'm not the driver you can bet money that my shoes are off on long car rides and plane rides for that matter. </div>
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Finishing off my look is my beloved Celine Mini Luggage handbag in Indigo Blue. I can fit all my necessities and then some into this baby! It is the perfect go anywhere companion and even has a tab to hold the necessary over-sized sunglasses for that inevitable hangover in Sin City!</div>
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Royal Blue Jeggins- I'm Haute- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/clothes/bottoms/pants-the-blue-perfect-fit-pants/op-1241-blu/" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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Thank you so much for joining me on my road trip to Las Vegas!</div>
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Blue Tulle Midi Skirt- <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Russe</a></div>
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Black Quilted Jacket- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/clothes/outerwear-femme-fatale-black-quilted-jacket-with-vegan-leather-trim/j20229-blk/" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a></div>
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Black Snakeskin Clutch- Christian Louboutin</div>
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From what I've seen and heard I got pretty lucky with the weather in New York. My husband and I went a couple weeks ago for a quick little weekend trip away. When people heard that we were leaving warm California to "vacation" in New York they thought we were crazy! I must admit I was quite nervous that I didn't pack, or own for that matter, enough warm clothes for winter in New York. What is a girl to do in this scenario? Shop, of course!</div>
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Right before we went to New York I went on a bit of a shopping spree. I bought fleece lined leggings and all of the affordable and fashionable long sleeve shirts I could dig up in the California stores. It was quite the mission because all of the stores already had their spring lines out! This actually worked in my favor as most of the items I found were heavily discounted.</div>
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The key to dressing well in winter weather is all in the layers. I literally wore two to three pairs of pants day and night. My base layer everyday was thermal pants followed by fleece lined leggings and then topped with stretch denim or jeggings. This really helped take away the frigid bite from the wind.</div>
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Over-the-knee boots help fight the cold as well and are really quite practical in cold weather. I scored these Circus by Sam Edelman black leather boots from the Neiman Marcus Outlet for about $100 and let me tell you, they were worth every penny! The chunky heel was easy and comfortable to walk around in even given the snowy conditions. My feet and legs stayed a whole lot warmer as well in these boots. I about froze my toes off in my flat faux leather combat boots and consequently wore these boots for most of my trip. New York involves a lot of walking so comfort most of the times trumps style. However, these boots worked out so well that I love them even more now than when I first bought them!</div>
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I found this black and blue faux fur jacket on the clearance rack at Forever 21. It was love at first sight and a perfect match to my Blue Celine bag! The quality is outstanding since it is from their premium collection and the price was so low that it seemed like a mistake. It had been marked down so many times that I ended up paying less than $20 for this blue beauty! It was quite warm, I might add.</div>
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Keeping with the layered theme I wore a tight camisole underneath a black mock turtleneck for warmth. I also kept black gloves on me at all times. I was very pleased that I bought the kind of gloves that you can still operate you phone with while wearing. It is no fun having to take your gloves off in the cold every time you want to use your phone.</div>
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Fleece Lined Leggings- $8 from <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/search.php?search_query=fleece+leggings&x=0&y=0" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a></div>
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Staying haute in the cold isn't so bad... for a few days vacation!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Transitional outfits are great for those confusing days when the weather feels a bit like all of the season's rolled into one. These days are typically really cold in the early morning and evening but come the afternoon it feels like a blissful summer day. Since the temperature<br />ranges so widely it is best to dress neutral. You wouldn't want to wear a sundress because you would be shivering on your way home from work. Vice versa, you would be roasting during lunch in a turtle neck.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A midi skirt is a skirt <span style="font-size: x-small;">(duh)</span> whose hemline hits at your mid calf... ahh the name makes so much sense now! Midi skirts come in several different shapes and look great on all sizes. If you are self-conscious of your midsection then opt for a flowing midi skirt instead and take your midi to the tailor if you're on the shorter side so that they can shorten the hemline for you a bit. Nude heels are also a great way to elongate your silhouette if you're worried about a midi skirt making you look stumpy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I paired my midi skirt with my favorite single soled heels. Simple open heels like this are a great choice because the bare leg and foot makes your legs appear longer. I've seen some women wear booties with midi skirts but I'm not a big fan of this combo. I think that booties would fight too much for attention with the low hanging hemline of this skirt. When in doubt keep it simple.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A great feature of this black skirt is the hidden zipper down the back. This genius zipper gives you the option of a slit which makes walking a whole lot easier. I love the look and fit of this midi with the zipper completely zipped but if you need to speed walk anywhere - good luck! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Thanks so much for checking out my midi skirt blog post! Midi skirts are set to be a big trend this Fall and I can definitely see why. What do you think abut this trend?</span></div>
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With the temps still soaring up into the hundreds lately I've been reaching for anything to help keep me cool. Skirts and crop tops seem like an obvious choice especially when the crop top in question has a huge heart cutout detail on the back. The occasional breeze paired with this open back design is quite pleasant and welcomed on such scorching hot days.</div>
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I wore my hot pink crop top with a lace printed high-waisted pencil skirt from Le Tote. I chose this combo to keep things classy and chic since I had to pop into the office. I absolutely adore this skirt. It is super stretchy which means it is super comfy. Making it even more perfect for this heat wave is the light and airy fabric.</div>
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I took the pop of pink a step further, literally, with my matching gold and pink single sole heels. The gold ankle detail plays up my gold jewelry and the gold studs on my crossbody bag. You may have seen this purse featured in previous posts because I carry it <b>a lot</b>. It is lightweight, easy to carry and can also be used as a clutch by removing the strap. I got it at Foreign Exchange about a year ago but I still see similar styles around the mall. I should probably pick one up next time I see one because I'll be sad if this bag ever gets ruined.</div>
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Pink Heart Back Crop Top- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/clothes/tops-open-heart-back-pink-chiffon-crop-top/3677-pnk/" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a></div>
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Gold Bracelet- Michael Kors</div>
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Gold Earrings- The Icing</div>
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Lace Print Pencil Skirt- <a href="http://www.letote.com/" target="_blank">Le Tote</a></div>
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Thank you all so much for checking out my latest blog post. </div>
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<b>I want to take this time to apologize </b>for not posting in awhile. </div>
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Along with running my online fashion boutique, <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a>, I have taken the position as Director of Photography for a new auction company, <a href="http://www.longfellowauctions.com/" target="_blank">Longfellow Auctions</a>. Between juggling these two very important opportunities and moving into a new house I haven't had much free time. I will try to plan my schedule better so that I can make time to still do the things that I love to do. Such as creating new content and blog posts as well as making new videos for my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/MissKassandraBrooks" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a>. Lately I have been getting comments on my <a href="http://instagram.com/kassandrabrooks" target="_blank">instagram</a> asking when I will make videos again... Soon, very soon.</div>
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I love you all and cherish the love and support you guys have always given me throughout the years. Thank you for being patient during this time of change and for pushing me to keep going. </div>
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<br />Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-44664681119398454842014-05-28T16:23:00.000-07:002014-05-28T16:25:21.463-07:00Leather & Chiffon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Summer is my favorite time of year. I love all the vibrant color everywhere, the care-free vibes and the warm inviting weather. This outfit is the perfect option for a warm summer day. Heck, given all the luxe elements you could even dress this up with high-heels and a clutch for a night out if you wanted to. I decided to keep things casual for my day of running errands around town. If you follow me on<a href="http://instagram.com/kassandrabrooks" target="_blank"> instagram </a>then you probably know that my hubby and I just purchased our first home together. (eek!) I couldn't be more excited but I'm also super busy with new projects and a mile long to-do list. I am an avid high-heels lover but given our war zone at the new house I opted for cute and comfy sandals instead. They really play down this look and to me they embody the summer spirit.</div>
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Chiffon Blouse- Le Tote- <a href="http://www.letote.com/" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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My sweet pink mini skirt is called an envelope skirt because of it's unique zig-zag hemline that appears to be folded over like, you guessed it- an envelope! I've seen several "skorts" versions of this style but I was never really a fan of them because they looked like a skirt from the front yet shorts from the back. Admittedly those skorts reminded me of horrible outfits from my childhood which I care not to recreate. I like the clean lines of this envelope mini skirt much more and find it aesthetically pleasing and ridiculously cute!</div>
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I wanted to keep this outfit chic so I opted for classic black and white pieces with feminine flare. I scored my over-sized circle sunglasses for a few dollars on sale at Claire's a few weeks ago. They are a bit funky but I feel glamorous wearing them so who cares! They mesh well with my black and white striped blouse that is covered in flirty ruffles and my minimalistic single-sole heels.</div>
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To add a bit more glamour to my outfit I wore this gorgeous black Speedy Bandouliere 30 bag which I can't help but drool over. My first designer handbag was the classic brown monogram speedy 30 when I was nineteen. I wore that bag with pride for five years and eventually ended up selling it in very worn condition for more than half of what I originally paid for it. There are people who look at designer bags as a waste of money but I sure as heck don't! Some bags actually hold their value fairly well throughout the years. </div>
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Also, take this into consideration: if I divide how much my first Louis Vuitton cost by the amount of days I wore it the price of owning that bag cost me less than 32 cents a day! Now if you factor in the money I got back when I sold my used speedy years later I basically paid 15 cents a day for a Louis Vuitton bag. I don't know about you but spending 15 cents a day to carry a designer handbag is totally worth it to me! Obviously this rate will be different for every bag but a good rule of thumb is to figure out how often you would seriously wear the bag and then divide the price by that number. If you can justify spending 'X' amount per time you wear it then by all means buy it.</div>
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Pink Envelope Skirt- I'm Haute- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/clothes/bottoms/skirts-sweet-pink-envelope-skirt/ab2099-pnk/" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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Black & White Striped Ruffle Blouse- I'm Haute- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/new-arrivals-black-white-striped-ruffle-around-blouse/t1038-blk-wht/" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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Black Speedy Bandouliere 30- Louis Vuitton- <a href="http://www.louisvuitton.com/front/#/eng_US/Collections/Women/Handbags/products/Speedy-Bandouliere-30-LG-MONOGRAM-EMPREINTE-M41028" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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Black & White Ankle Strap Heels- Similar <a href="http://www.heels.com/womens-shoes/odeum-white-multi-text.html" target="_blank">Here</a> and <a href="http://www.heels.com/womens-shoes/torcha-black-white.html" target="_blank">Here</a></div>
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Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-45461584048131022742014-05-07T14:03:00.000-07:002014-05-07T14:05:03.146-07:00May Flowers Romper<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ahh, it is beginning to feel like summer! You know what that means? Time for spray tans, bikinis, umbrella drinks, short dresses and even shorter rompers! You can get away with crazy short rompers because after all they are shorts and protect your lady bits from showing. Rompers are one of my latest obsessions. I've only been wearing rompers which are sometimes referred to as playsuits depending on where you reside in the world for about a year or so. I admired them on others but since I had never worn one I thought they weren't for me. Boy was I wrong! Now I'm pretty sure that I could live in rompers all summer long. They are as easy as throwing on a dress which takes the guess work out of pairing up separates for a cohesive outfit but they offer the practicality and comfort of shorts. To top it off, rompers have become so popular that you can find one suitable for just about any occasion.</div>
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The romper I'm wearing today is from my sister-in-law's fashion truck. Yes, fashion truck! Can you believe it? It is quite possibly one of the coolest ideas ever. You can check out her website <a href="http://alibufashiontruck.com/" target="_blank">here</a> to learn more about her mobile fashion services. If you live too far for her to come to you she can ship you anything she has in stock but let's get back to this romper. Obviously floral print is a huge trend in spring and summer! With all the flowers in bloom why not rock some buds on your duds as well? This look is all sorts of cute yet still comfy and casual making it perfect for running around town, music festivals, you name it.</div>
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I must admit that I am a sunblock addict! I never used to wear sunscreen and would frequent the tanning beds on a regular basis when I was younger. Oh man, think of all that damage I caused. Now that I'm creeping up on thirty (older and wiser) I'm freaked out about aging, sun damage and skin cancer. So I lather on the sunscreen and I always, always, always wear SPF on my face! A big floppy hat is just an added bonus which happens to be fashionable while preventing wrinkles.</div>
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Floral Print Romper- <a href="http://alibufashiontruck.com/" target="_blank">Alibu Fashion Truck</a></div>
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Brown Floppy Hat- I'm Haute- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/accessories-hair-hat-eyes-put-a-bow-on-it-sun-hat-brown/J51311-BRN/" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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Black Circle Sunglasses- I'm Haute- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/hair-hats-eyes-120014-P-BLK/" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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Black Watch- I'm Haute- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/Accessories/Jewelry/Watches/WATCH1001-BLK/" target="_blank">Available Here</a></div>
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Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today! I hope that the weather is warming up wherever you are as well. Summer if my favorite time of year. How about you? Drop me a line below to stay in touch.</div>
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I think most people shy away from wearing such loud colors but I find it fun to embrace fashion risks. I've always been drawn to bold styles and unique pieces. When I saw these neon orange pants I instantly felt a connection and although I wasn't quite sure how I would wear them I knew I would find a way. I knew that they would match my Stephen Sprouse Louis Vuitton Speedy and I didn't need to know much more than that. If I fall in love with an odd fashion find and it matches one of my designer hand bags it is pretty much a done deal.</div>
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Neon Orange Pants- Several years old</div>
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I have had these neon orange pants for several years. I don't wear them too often but I love how I feel when I do. They make a bold statement any season and the best part about them is they are insanely comfortable. Comfort has grown more important to me over the years so I always hold on to pieces that make me feel good and feel good on. Since I don't wear these neon orange pants on a regular basis they have really held up nicely. Below you can watch a quick outfit of the day video that I featured these awesome pants in two years ago.</div>
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<br />Kassandra Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00029001087470254598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3579464618977296910.post-16168425472980052102014-04-28T13:17:00.000-07:002014-04-28T13:18:42.871-07:00Camo & Booties<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm rockin' the military look this Monday! Camouflage is one of those prints that goes in and out of style pretty frequently. Without fail as soon as I think, "oh camo isn't in anymore. I should just donate this or toss it", <b>boom</b>- The army trend comes back in full force. Has this kind of thing happened to you as well? It is safe to say that I have learned my lesson. I plan on hanging onto these cute camouflage shorts as long as they continue to fit me. Printed denim is fun, edgy and these army shorts are super comfy given their stretchy material.</div>
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I was super excited when I came across these black booties at H&M. I had been searching for a good pair of black ankle boots for almost a year. I thought these ones were perfect until I wore them with a skirt. The thread used to sew these booties together was not really thread at all and it was attacking my ankle! This thick plastic thread cut up my ankles and made it almost impossible to wear without the protection of pants. I tried cutting the ends, this did not help. I tried burning the ends, this did not help either and smelled something awful. Finally I went and got black electrical tape to cover all the sharp spots. I was relieved that I finally found a solution. Now I can wear these awesome little booties without slicing up my ankles and since the electrical tape is black you can't tell that I have tape covering the inside edges of my shoes. </div>
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Black Tank Top-<a href="http://www.letote.com/" target="_blank"> Le Tote</a></div>
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High-Waist Camo Shorts- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/clothes/bottoms-high-waisted-camo-print-cutoff-shorts/dbs9017-camo/" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a></div>
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Statement Earrings- The Icing</div>
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Black Watch- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/Accessories/Jewelry/Watches/WATCH1001-BLK/" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a></div>
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Black Circle Sunglasses- <a href="http://www.imhaute.com/hair-hats-eyes-120014-P-BLK/" target="_blank">I'm Haute</a></div>
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When this little black dress arrived in the mail from <a href="https://www.letote.com/" target="_blank">Le Tote</a> I was beyond excited. I immediately noticed the quality material and craftsmanship. Upon inspecting the tag I realized that it was French Connection. No wonder it felt like an expensive dress, it was! Well at least it was expensive to me. I usually save most of my money for my designer handbag addiction so there is little left for designer clothes and shoes. Darn. Don't get me wrong though, I love all sorts of designer fashion and would love to be dripping in labels from head to toe but that simply isn't practical. Instead I find it fun to mix pricey and penny conscious items together. In all honesty I've never owned anything French Connection so I simply could not wait to slip this baby on. Once I did I was blown away again because it fit like a glove! I felt like it was specifically tailored for my figure and I instantly began rationalizing in my head why I should purchase it. As a member of Le Tote I can buy this classic and timeless dress at a discounted price. When I think of how often I can wear it, that it will never go out of style and how great the quality is it seems like a no brainer. What do you think, should I buy this dress?</div>
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For some added fun I wore my hot pink peep-toe bow pumps which perfectly match my Louis Vuitton Rose Pop Vernis Alma Bag. This pink purse was a gift to myself in 2009 and my only regret is that I did not purchase more in this color. Louis Vuitton has not released anything in this color since then and I really hope that they bring it back one day! I was lucky enough to snatch up the carry-on suitcase, makeup bag, ballerina flats and wooden wedges in Rose Pop but I doubt I will ever get enough of this color. The vibrant pink is such a happy color that I could stare at it for days.<br />
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Hot Pink Peep-Toe Bow Pumps- Similar <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/valentino-couture-bow-pump/3102326?origin=category" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/Valentino-Peep-Toe-Lace-Bow-Pump-Pink/prod162260163_cat15450749__/p.prod?icid=&searchType=EndecaDrivenCat&rte=%252Fcategory.service%253FitemId%253Dcat15450749%2526pageSize%253D30%2526No%253D0%2526refinements%253D4294893189%252C727%252C&eItemId=prod162260163&cmCat=product" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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Long Gold & Pink Gem Necklace- <a href="https://www.letote.com/" target="_blank">Le Tote</a></div>
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Hot Pink Lipstick- Makeup Forever 36</div>
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