Color Me Chartreuse

 Necklace: H&M | Top: Brandy Melville

Trousers: H&M | Shoes: Charlotte Russe

I'm good for buying things that don't fit me perfectly, especially if I know I'll be able to alter it to fit and the price is just too good to pass up. 

I've had these chartreuse trousers for about a year now and I finally got to where them this weekend. They were originally way too big and not tailored at all but they were a bargain at $10 and I'd already envisioned them as THE piece for 5 different outfits. After fixing up the waistline and tapering the legs as bit, they were perfect! 

Plus, they're super lightweight and perfect for these super hot + humid Atlanta summers. 

Fun fact: Chartreuse is a mix of yellow + green and named after a French liqueur. Yay knowledge!

XX

A Modern Belle

Daisy

Top: Nordstrom Rack (borrowed from my younger sister) | Skirt: H&M | Shoes: DSW | Necklace: Urban Outfitters

Black and white outfits with pops of color are definitely a staple outfit formula for me. The combinations are endless. 

I'm usually not one to wear yellow but I saw this textured skirt at H&M and knew it had to happen. It just screams happiness and it makes me feel like a daisy. 

I had a special spring in my step as I bounced from place to place in this 'fit. I even had a woman at the fabric store tell me I looked like a life-size Barbie doll!

Since I was feeling especially playful this day (I credit the power of the skirt), I decided to try something different with my hair outside of my usual top bun or long braid. So when one bun isn't enough, why not try three!?

It's safe to say I had a lot of fun with this one. 

Until next time!

XX

A Modern Belle

Leather Goods

Top: Zara | Jeans: Zara | Booties: H&M 

Clutch: Karmaloop | Necklace: Vintage 

Leather is absolutely one of my favorite fabrics. 

It can add that perfect edge and sophistication to my outfits.

Plus, since it's so versatile, it's easy to dress pieces up or down. 

This leather peplum top is definitely a favorite in my closet and I jump at any chance I get to wear it out. 

XX

A Modern Belle

In Living Color

Hat: H&M (featured in my Fall Finds) | Jacket: Portobello Rd. Boutique

Top: Urban Outfitters | Boyfriend Jeans: H&M | Booties: H&M

I got the chance to spend 5 days in Paris a few weeks back and 

one thing I absolutely loved about the city (the list is endless honestly) was the street art everywhere.

So I figured, "Why not snap some outfit pics in front of some?"

This was my travel outfit for the first day and was super comfortable but still made me feel chic enough for Parisian streets.

A lot of the pieces came from H&M, which I don't usually don't frequent often in the states but the selection in UK stores is so much more appealing to me here than back in the states.

À bientôt! 

(See You Soon!)

XX

A Modern Belle