Christian Louboutin

Where The Wild Roses Grow

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When I first saw this pattern I wasn’t sure what to think… Christmas, Chinese New Year, vintage…so I passed. A few weeks later I visited the same store and there it was again, starring at me from across the room with it’s eye-catching mix of cobalt blue, ruby red and the little dashes of green. The colors are so vibrant, happy and I know right away what I wanted to make…One of my favorite things, crop tops and skirts. :)

I always love combining a crop top with a high waisted skirt, but when it’s done in the same print, it can create an illusion of a dress, with the unexpected break in the center to expose just the right amount of skin. However, I think the best part about a two piece if the versatility of pairing the top and skirt together or separately with other pieces. Gotta maximize each piece in your closet! :)

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Top/Bottom: KTRcollection Wild Roses two piece | Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Glasses: Tom Ford Nikita cat eyes | Bracelet: Michael Kors

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It’s been a while since I held a contest so here is one for you guys! Good luck love bugs!

To enter for your chance to win this customized two piece set crop top and pencil skirt  please use the Rafflecopter below:

1) Log on either via facebook or with your email address (your email will not be public, it’s just for me to contact you if you win).

2) Enter the options provided. (Tip: The more options you enter, the more chances you’ll have to win when Rafflecopter automatically picks a winner.

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One winner will be announced on Friday, August 9th and will be contacted via email for measurements.

Dressy Casual

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Top: F21 (similar here and here) | Bottons: Love Culture high waisted denim shorts | Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Bag: Marc Jacobs XL Quilted Baroque bag | Necklace: J Crew

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It was one of those evenings a couple of weekends ago where it seem nearly impossible to get dressed up in 90 degrees temperature. I think I must have tried on a dozen”dressy” outfits that night, but after sweating out curls and what’s left of tinted moisturizer from earlier in the day. I finally said screw it and threw on these comfortable Love Culture shorts, which turned out to be the perfect dressy and casual outfit.

Summer Daisies

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Dress: KTRcollection Summer Daisies dress | belt: similar here

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I’m all about making a statement and the print and vibrant colors of this dress definitely does the trick. To spice up this girly little number, I added a sexy plunging neckline cut just right so it still leaves a bit of mystery. Since the bright colors and bold prints makes a statement on their own, I wanted to keep jewelry minimal by adding only a little gold belt to break up the print and giving my waist a shape. I don’t want to be bias but she’s definitely one of my favorite dresses this summer! :)

Shop this dress HERE

The Full Skirt

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Top: Ardeb B mirror floral crop top | Bottoms: KTRcollection high low bow skirt | Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Bag: Natasha Couture box clutch

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Hemlines seems to get shorter when the weather gets warmer, but I’m always excited for (read: obsessed with) the most versatile and ladylike skirts in my closet: The Full Skirts. They are timeless, feminine, elegant and works well for any occasion. The full, swingy silhouette is flattering for any body type and I love how it can be sexy yet still creates a sense of mystery. But of course my favorite full skirts can’t just be any full skirts. I added a slightly longer back hem for a royal princess feel and my signature double bow to give it a little personality of it’s own! :)

You can purchase this classic piece at my online boutique HERE.

In observance of Independence Day, we are offering 25% off all PRE-ORDERS thru July 6th. Use discount code KTRJULY4 at checkout

 Check out our Pre-orders at www.KTRCOLLECTION.com

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Mixer (+ OASAP Giveaway)

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Florals, stripes, geometrics, chevron, polka dots, abstracts, paisley, embroidery, sequins and embellishments has dominated my closet for what feels like forever so you can imagine the thrill when I realized how awesome mixing prints and patterns together no longer clashes. Well, this “trend” is nothing new, but there’s always something new and refreshing every time (see them again here, here, here, here, and here).

Adding to the mix are my current favorite accessories, this alpine gold necklace from Olive + Piper and this inexpensive-but-pretty-awesome-aviators. I have been looking for blue/purple aviators and can’t believe I found them from H&M for $7. Score!

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Top: Ardeb B mirror floral crop top | Bottom: Love Culture chevron high waisted shorts | Bag: Valentino Rockstud mini tote | Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Necklace: c/o Olive + Piper | Bracelets: Alexis Bittar cuff, Aqua, | Sunglasses: H&M

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I was pretty thrilled over the weekend because we have another new lens to play with and I’m madly in love (helloooo ultra wide angles). Nate is dipping his feet more into photography and I am so proud of him, and of course offered myself to be his guinea pig for photos anytime he needs them (haha). Well, I hope your weekend was an eventful one and you’re all rested up for another week of life. xoxo

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Btw, I received this shorts from OASAP but the size S was a little snug on me, so instead of returning it, I was asked to do a giveaway for the pair I have. Free shipping within the USA. Enter below to win!

Shorts are a Size Small and they are 26″ waist, 31″ hips, 15″ length and 21″ around each thighs.

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