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

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

Fall Finds

Fall is one of my favorite seasons, in terms of fashion and weather. 

Every year I search for those perfect pieces that will enhance my fall wardrobe. 

I figured I'd post a few of my finds so far and continue building on it as the season progresses.

I remember seeing a wide brimmed hat on a blog (most likely Refinery29)  sometime during the summer

and I knew instantly that I wanted this to be apart of my fall wardrobe. 

I found this one at an H&M in London and absolutely love it!

It adds the right amount of edge and mystery to my outfits.

**Sorry about the poor quality. It was really hard to find a spot that could hold my hat with decent lighting**

 

Another great find was this ring from the Portobello Road Market in London. 

It reminded me a lot of the YSL 'Arty' ring and I the deep red stone is perfect for fall. 

Even better is I managed to haggle the price down from £20 to £11!

 

I knew my fall wardrobe wouldn't be complete without the perfect pair of black booties.

For me? These are it. 

I snagged these at H&M and I have been more than satisfied.

They're not only one of my favorite color combinations but quite comfortable too. 

Hope you enjoyed!

I'll be posting more 'Fall Finds' throughout the season so stay tuned!!

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A Modern Belle

In Plain Sight

I know I said my last post would be my final (and only) summer outfit but I couldn't help myself. 

 I really enjoyed wearing this outfit for a girls' day out with my younger sister. 

It was perfect for dealing with the southern heat.  

Camo Jacket: Nordstrom Rack / Crop Top: Loehmann's / Shorts: DIY (purchased the jeans at Goodwill) 

Shoes: Converse / Purse: Charity Yard Sale / Necklace: Mom's / Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters

Alright, I promise I am now saying farewell to summer.

 I hope you guys are ready to embrace that autumn chill.....fashionably of course.

I know I am.