I was back in Laguna Beach on Saturday
for another of
My favorite part of wardrobe styling
is always dressing for an occasion
and
going to Andrea's Saturday afternoon classes
are always a stylish occasion!
For Andrea's French Food Camp
which is always at her historic home
outside on the patio
I wanted a boho patio dress vibe.
Romantic comfort was my intent.
I pulled out my vintage crocheted skirt
paired it with my favorite piece
my Free People tunic slip
and topped it off with my Rachel Zoe ribbon weave sweater.
To keep the outfit from feeling to bulky
I gathered the bottom of the sweater
and
fastened it with some vintage flowers.
I finished my ensemble
with a new crown
and
a perfectly boho backpack
from Forever 21.
This month one of my all time favorite florists joined the group!
Mary Qvale of Qstreet.
I had previously met Mary at one of Andrea's dinner parties
and
was immediately taken with her paired down sense of style.
Her ability to edit out the unnecessary
and
highlight what is
always has me in awe of her artistry.
Mary's restrained table top decor
was built on a linen tablecloth
with white butcher paper run down the middle.
Stunning arrangements of branches
with sculptural appeal lined the long table
and
were interspersed with
vintage glassware
luxuriously large linen napkins
and
free floating ferns.
I wanted a special Crown for the occasion
and
opted for
a Frida influenced headpiece
in all taupe florals.
I simply slicked my hair back into a low pony
and
had a style that lasted from
day to night!
Andrea's house in always a most romantic destination
and
I always feel ever so lucky to visit!
All this … and ocean views as well!
And to think I met Andrea
on instagram!
Social media is sometimes a magical connector!
And speaking of the magical powers of instagram
I was able to meet the gorgeous Diana
of Frenchybubbles at the French Food Camp!
She and I were introduced to each other by
@peoniesandtumbleweedsblog on instagram
Shelley who writes for the Huff Post
and
Peonies +Tumbleweeds
thought Diana and I would have a connection
and
she was so right!
Social media can be such a magical gift
when it comes to making connections!
I wouldn't even be at Andrea's without it!
Sharing some more of the beauty of the afternoon!
Andrea sharing about how the French use their herbs.
Luckily Mary brought
linens to buy …
because I couldn't wait to bring home
some of the afternoon's Laguna Beach magic.
As always my friends
I wish you love and joy
as you style your life
