Greenery

Tis the season for picnics and laughs! I hope you are enjoying your long weekend with family and friends—new and old. I've added a touch of sweet green to my wardrobe and purple to my lids. I think it compliments the green leaves, yellow sun, and tastes of the grill quite nicely, don't you?

xo | din

long tank | Mossimo for Target

dress shorts | H&M

cat-eye shades | Aldo

earrings | street vendor in Eastern Market

leather cuff | MetroPark

infinity ring | custom made in SoHo

makeup | Urban Decay on eyes, Nars tinted moisturizer, Sephora blush and highlight

snake skin sandals | Chinese Laundry

The Long Version

It's Saturday and that means something in DC -- brunch!
Surely the masses will be out as the high for the day is upper 70s. Since Georgetown will be swarmed by tourists, I'm going to enjoy my dad's company over a tasty meal elsewhere! Here are some of my fav spots if you're looking to enjoy brunch today, or in the near future:
Town Hall, Ted's Bulletin, Montmarte, and more!

Be sure to step out in trend! I have been absolutely loving my long cardigans from H&M. Whether it's been cool, hot, or windy, the lightweight fabric has been perfectly versatile. Check out my outfit break down for inspiration on your brunch look today!

Oh! We want to hear from you! Where in your city do you love to brunch?
Let us know in the comments below!

xo | din

my look deCODEd
dress | Poetry (similar here)
cardigan | H&M
cat-eye shades | Aldo (similar here)
belt | H&M (similar here)
rings | Urban Outfitters, Dillards (similar here and here)
sandals | Chinese Laundry (similar here)

Backstage @ Lili Ming & IMA | Vancouver Fashion Week

It's been a week since I finished walking for Vancouver fashion week, and I know there are people eager to see photos of what I did! Take a walk with me backstage at the shows for Lili Ming and IMA.

Below is a shot of my hair and makeup or Lili Ming. I loved this look! The hair was a soft undone French twist, and the lips were two toned. If you look closely you will see they are orange in the center and hot pink in the corners. I will definitely be stealing this for a makeup look I do in the future!

This collection showcased 5 collections within the collection, and sent over 80 pieces down the runway! I guess when someone tells them to get ready for a show, they don't play!  Below, you will see two of the three dresses I wore down the runway.

The second show I walked in this evening was for IMA. It was so crazy backstage, with a shortage of hair and makeup people, that my hair skills were put to the test! I did my own hair for the show! I thought the makeup was fun for this too. Very soft, with a bit mor drama around the eyes!

Theses lovely little ladies in the middle are the designers for this collection. The clothing is all yoga/athletic inspired, and all the models were loving how comfortable and adorable that each piece was! I defiantly plan on buying from them in the future!

XOXO dré