FLORAL FIX + DIY 501 ORIGINAL FIT JEANS

501 Original fit jeans via Levi's | Lovers + Friends moto jacket and top { similar here } | Zara pumps | BCBG clutch - old { love this option here } | Silver claw bracelet, cross bracelet via Jewelinks 

A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to parter with Levi's and Lookbook.nu to style a pair of 501 original fitting jeans (see post HERE). Well, today's post is all about DIY + self-expression, basically how I would customize a pair of 501s to make them my own. 

If you read my blog on regular basis, the answer is quite simple: I love my denim a bit distressed! My perfect pair is well-worn, whiskered and perfectly shredded. To achieve this look, I used a cutting board and an X-Acto knife. Sliding a cutting board inside the leg of the jeans is a great way to prevent slashing the other side and/or prevent any damage to the surface you are working on! Once I decided on the rip placements, I used an X-acto knife to create a few slashed clusters. I started slashing horizontally and made sure to create rips in varying length and depth for better texture. Finally, I threw the jeans into a dryer for about 20 minutes to reveal the treads and get that perfectly shredded look.

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Annabelle

CORAL BLOCKED + 501 ORIGINAL FIT JEANS

501 Original fit jeans via Levi's | BCBG Dixon color-blocked moto jacket | Joie Sinden blouse | Wayfarer mirror sunglasses via Minusey | Zara bag - old { similar options here & here } | Harlow beige leather bracelet, Veronica beige leather wrap bracelet & Adriana mint pave crystal link bracelet all via ShopBelina | House of Harlow pyramid wrap ring | Brielle ankle strap pumps via Sigerson Morrison  

I don't really think my weakness for slouchy-fitting, broken-in jeans is a big secret at this point. A huge fan of denim in general, I practically live in boyfriend jeans, which is why I am so excited to parter up with Levi's and Lookbook.nu to style a pair of 501 original fitting jeans. To me, the 501s are an epitome of effortlessly cool-looking boyfriend-fitting jeans. 

My look was inspired by opposite elements - casual and dressy, tailored and slouchy and of course light and bright. So, to balance out the casual fit of the jeans, I added a tailored jacket, a pair of high heels and a patent lather clutch. 

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Annabelle

CASUAL THURSDAY

Turquoise suede flats via Andy Tom | J Crew tipped coat { also loving this one } | Rag & Bone mid rise legging jeans | Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC bag via StefaniBags | J Crew lambswool diamond  sweater | Pathos "All Eyes On Me", "Golden Eye" and "Hand Of Fate" bracelets via Otrera | Marc Jacobs  mirrored sunglasses

Do you remember that old Alanis Morissette song "Isn't it Ironic", especially that one line about "rain on your Wedding day..."? Ok, so it didn't rain on my Wedding day, but it did rain on my only day off in like 3 weeks. When I woke up and saw the dark & gloomy sky, for some reason it was the first thing that came to mind:) So, in an effort to save the day, I decided to engage in some retail therapy, i.e. finish up my Christmas shopping list. 

Granted, going to an outdoor mall on a rainy day could have been problematic, but Americana at Brand  happens to be one of my favorite shopping places and I was also really excited to see all the Christmas decorations. I am such a kid at heart, I love Christmas trees, garlands and lights and of course good old Christmas music. I am pretty sure I know the words to most Christmas songs! Just ask Emil, I start singing Christmas songs in November, so by late December his head is spinning:) 

Long story short, the day was completely saved and Emil and I ended up having a totally awesome time. So, who cares about bad wether, sometimes all you need to have a good time is great company, a hot cup of coffee and some serious shopping!

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Annabelle

LAVENDER ICE - #DRESSEDFOR #TIME

Snake embossed skinny watch via Armani Exchange | Nasty Gal Camille trench coat | BCBG Max Azria leather leggings - old { similar here & here } | Alice + Olivia Odell mirrored wedge pumps  { more sizes here }  | Alexander Wang Emile small leather tote { similar here } | ZeroUV mirrored lens metal aviators | Low Luv horse bit & coin bracelet via GlamBoutique 

If you read my blog on regular basis, you know what a big accessories fan I am. For me accessories, are an essential finishing touch that pull everything together and complete a look. My latest obsession is watches, which is why I am so excited to team up with Armani Exchange once again for their new project #DressedFor #Time, to showcase one of my favorite watches from their current collection.

I say one of my favorites, because believe me, it was not an easy decision to make. At the end, I chose this elegant snake embossed skinny watch because of it's sleek and simple design. I think it's definitely one of those pieces I am going to wear everyday, because it works so well with right about everything: from jeans to cocktails dresses. And you know how much I like pieces that can be styled in an infinite number of ways!

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Love,

Annabelle