“I have come to accept the feeling of not knowing where I am going. And I have trained myself to love it. Because it is only when we are suspended in mid-air with no landing in sight, that we force our wings to unravel and alas begin our flight. And as we fly, we still may not know where we are going to. But the miracle is in the unfolding of the wings. You may not know where you’re going, but you know that so long as you spread your wings, the winds will carry you.” – C. JoyBell C.
For many years, I’ve wanted a crisp and clean all white look for my birthday. Finally I’ve found the perfect pieces to make it happen…
I’m wearing:
Cape Blazer: NastyGal – in IVORY, in RED or BLACK
Wide legs pants: Dor L’ Dor boutique – similar here
Sheer top: Dor L’ Dor boutique – similar here
Cropped tee: H&M
Pumps: Boutique9 – Love this
Crossbody: H&M – sold out – Similar here
Watch: Michael Kors (rose gold)
If you read my “30 random facts about me” post, you may be familiar with the fact that, to me my birthday is a holiday (yes! holiday) that I take very seriously. This year, though I wasn’t planning on doing anything extravagant, my brother traveled from Haiti to be here with me and so did one of my BFFs from Florida so I had no choice but to show them a good time. With the suggestion of my sister from another mother, we booked a dinner cruise from World Yacht Cruises at Pier 81 and 14 of us ended up having such a wonderful time. Unfortunately, I didn’t get to take clear pictures on the yacht, (hence why I had to put the outfit back on to snap these shots) but the view was absolutely breathtaking especially since the weather decided to cooperate for once. The food was delicious and the environment was super relaxing. The only complaint I have is that the three hours went by way too fast but that’s inevitable when you’re having a good great time.
About the look: As mentioned above, I have wanted an all white birthday look for the longest (wore all black last year) so I was over the moon when I walked into a local boutique and spotted the perfect wide leg pants I had pictured in my head. From the same boutique, I picked up this unique sheer floral top which was love at first sight. About a month later, I came across this cape blazer at NastyGal and I just had to have it; However, I had the (pleasant) shock of my life when I opened the package only to realize that the blazer I had received and the pants I purchased a month prior were exactly the same color, made from the same fabric and had very similar detailing. Anyone would think this was a two-piece set, but in reality, it really was just a miracle from God himself:)
The original plan was to wear either white ankle strap sandals or my purple bow pumps seen here, but I never found the right sandals and as for the pumps, the hem of my trousers kept getting wrapped around the bow which could have caused me to trip and/or fall. So much for that. Since I decided to complete the look with my black and white bag, I figured I’d keep the monochromatic theme going with simple black pumps. I truly couldn’t have been happier with how the final look turned out and I can’t wait to hear what you guys think of it. Please don’t hesitate to share your thoughts below.
Until next time darlings,
Photos by Maliny Collections
You nailed it! How have i missed this? this is one of your all time best looks Edwina. 10/10
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Awwww thanks so much love. You probably missed it cause you were having so much fun honeymooning 😉 It looks like u guys had a blast!
You look like a vision in white! BEAUTIFUL!!
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Awwww you’re the sweetest! Thank u:)
Loving the white outfit 😉
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Thanks a lot. I appreciate it 🙂
You look Astonishing! I’m in Love with those pants, have this affair with high waist, back zip pants! Sounds like a near Perfect Night! Thrilled for you!
Have you ever considered writing? (nosey me) Girl It felt as I were there and became almost as Ecstatic as you are! Pretty sure a publisher would be Impressed with your Literary Skills/Talents!
Thanks for the Ingenious tee tip! 😉 I wear plenty of white … strange no matter how careful I am everything not white just has to find it’s way on me. o_O tee hee
Thanks for Sharing your Special Night with us! Keep Smiling Edwina, Wishing you a Beautiful Day! 🙂
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Awwww thanks so much 😉
It’s funny you say that girl because I do not like writing at all. Lol thanks so much for pointing that out cause I never really thought my ‘readers’ actually read all the stuff I write on here. But I’m happy to hear that it resonates with someone. I will keep it up just for u 😉
Thanks for always being so supportive my dear 😉
This look is perfect, you nailed it ! Love that you wore a bandeau top underneath the shirt rather than showing your bra. Those pants are amazing by the way.
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Thanks so much Sarah. Wanna know a little secret? I could not find a white bandeau top anywhere so when I found this crop tee which was way too long for a crop top, I had to fold it in half and tuck it under my bra. Lol! I hope this isn’t TMI but I just had to share 🙂