3.25.2012

Floral Rock


Helmut Lang Blazer (similar).  Equipment Blouse.  BCBG Skirt.  
gifted DVF Booties.  The Row Sunglasses.  Alexander Wang Bag.

After spending a week in tees and flip flops I was excited to throw on heels, even if just to run errands. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love a relaxing beachside vacation but after a week or so I'm ready to get dressed up again (it's the city girl in me). I've been on quite the floral print mixing kick (paired them with stripes here).


A short tale re: this blazer... I cornered a girl wearing this Helmut Lang beauty in Magnolia Bakery (naturally) a couple months back, only to find that it was last season and she had bought it in Paris, le sigh! Obviously, and luckily for me, I was able to track it down and I'm so glad I did as I'd have to say it's my all time dream blazer. The sleek look with leather sleeves gives any outfit an edgy cool factor and I know I will be wearing it for years to come. I can't find it online anymore but this white and black version (currently at the top of my wish list as I mentioned here) is beyond perfect for spring / summer - wouldn't you agree? 


49 comments:

Kimberly said...

Slightly obsessed with that blazer - and this is print mixing at its finest!! :)

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fifi said...

The blazer is amazing!!

Destiny said...

beauty ! great bag ;)

CessOviedo said...

Cool outfit! The mix and matched patterns looks awesome, and so glad you tracked down the blazer, defiitely an amazing piece to your closet!

Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

Style-Pursuit said...

You seem to have perfected print clashing! Just can't get enough of your recent outfits! :o)

x

BrooklynBlonde said...

That blazer is pretty damn perfect and I just want to say how gorgeous your hair is looking like that! Are you planning to stick with the red? I love it on you!

Chelsea said...

This blazer is absolutely worth cornering someone to get the details. Gorgeous!!!

Chelsea (www.hautechildinthecity.com)

Satin And Salt said...

looking so tough, edgy, but sill classy alicia!

_nico

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Styleclouds said...

I actually don't know what I like better - the skirt or the blazer. Both pieces are fabulous!! You look amazing! xo, Christina

http://www.styleclouds.de

Sheree said...

GREAT blazer...and I still cannot get over your HAIR!!!!! It makes everything look better :)

Closet Fashionista said...

Wow I love that blazer!! I want it now...too bad it's old... :(
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Lena's Blend said...

Love the cut and design of the helmut lang blazer very chic and it fits you perfectly. The shoes and bag are great too.

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Taylor said...

Could you be any more beautiful??!! I love this outfit. Your style is so creative and unique, love your blog!
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Style Servings said...

wow you look amazing! Love this whole look!

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Kate said...

Your hair looks SO cute pulled back like this, Alicia! I love it!! And that blazer is stunning! Love the leather detail!

The Fancy Teacup said...

This is an ultra chic look- you mixed those prints in such a fantastic way!

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Rocks Paper Metal said...

mixed prints! My current fave :)


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Viviana said...

Gorgeous! This jacket is perfection.

Anna Jane said...

That blazer IS beyond and you look like Taylor Tomasi Hill :) Love it all, Alicia!!

Erica said...

I love this blazer and cheetah skirt together! Soo fun!!

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la petite fashionista said...

Black blazers will never go out of style! That helmut lang piece is a beaut! :) I love the story of how you tracked it down!

Hope you had a nice vacation!

Xoxo

DelbaMé said...

haha..."le sigh". Well nice job tracking down the jacket, I love it! It is so very flattering. ALso love the skirt, very sassy!
Delaney
xx

DelbaMé said...

haha..."le sigh". Well nice job tracking down the jacket, I love it! It is so very flattering. ALso love the skirt, very sassy!
Delaney
xx

Nickolena Coop said...

i really do need that skirt

Melanie Liliana said...

UGH I wish I was still living in a city.. I miss city wear! I love this outfit! that blazer is to die for.

Melanie

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Michelle said...

Love the floral mixed with leopard!! Such a cute skirt!

Kelly said...

outfits like this make me wish i didn't work in medical and could wear cute clothes to work.

xoxo
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J ♥ said...

Amazing outfit! I love the blazers, bag, and booties!!

With hearts,
Janet
Http://missrockcouture.blogspot.com

Mariel said...

Still loving the red hair, Alecia! It suits you SO well! xoxo.

Julia said...

That blazer...no words! It's so gorgeous! I wish it was still in stock :( I also think that I have that Equipment blouse in pink, but I love it in lavender! Great paired with the leopard skirt.

xo Julia
galmeetsglam.com

Marisa said...

I'm so in love with your blazer and the white one is equally to die for. The subtle floral print mixed with the leopard skirt is perfection!

Marisa
http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

Becoming Refined said...

Love the pattern mix, definitely a change from the ordinary.

Sarah said...

Great outfit, love the blazer!

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Josie said...

I'm in LOVE with that jacket. So gorgeous!
xo Josie
www.winksmilestyle.com

Doux Rousse said...

Did you hem that skirt or are you very tall? When I tried it on, it was almost below my knees! Granted, I'm super-short.

XO,
Caitlin
www.douxrousse.com

Street Lily said...

Love the print mix-love the blazer. I just stared a your outfit for like 5 min...great job :)

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Alicia said...

@Dous Rousse - Nope, I folded the skirt at the waist to shorten it (I'm only 5'1'' - a shorty too)!

monkeyshines ♥ said...

amazing blazer!

Bises,
monkeyshines
http://monkeyshines-monkeyshines.blogspot.com/

Lindsay said...

That blazer is perfect! So jealous!
Love how you paired the floral and leopard!

Danielle said...

New follower alert! I just came across your blog and I'm in love. This leopard skirt looks gorgeous on you, especially paired with your hair!

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Bows and Sequins said...

I am in love with this outfit! I would never think to pair floral with leopard, but it looks awesome, especially since the floral is so subdued. That blazer is so amazing, nice find!

The Fashionable ESQ said...

This looks really chic. I love it.


XX
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Collections said...

Love it all. Great, great outfit.

Collections

Taylor said...

ohhhh i LOVE this. Seriously LOVE. The straight hair is working for you too! Ugh, its all so good. kbye :)

Kenzie Crosley said...

Just SO in love with this combo. . .so perfect!!!

morgan@hipswpap.com said...

Your new red hue is so vibrant in these photos! Really stunning!

Emily said...

love this ensemble so much!! you pull things together like no one i've ever seen!! gorgeous, my dear!! xxoo

Sarah Forslund said...

Just love this blazer and currently searching for a similar one of my own!

xo Sarah
www.bloomsbows.blogspot.com