Sophisticated Party Time

Full Skirt Drop-Waist Dress: Maje.

Silk- Tie Necklace: Katherine Feiner

This has to be one of my favorite dresses ever. The full skirt, and drop-waist make an incredibly sophisticated and classic combination. These days with all the body-hugging party dress options out there, I saw this as a breath of fresh air! I wore this to the Robb Report / Xante event at the Surrey Hotel I wrote about a few days ago, and it was absolutely perfect. The same effect can be achieved with a drop-waist full skirt and tank...

A Little Lace-y Moment

Top: Maje (similar found here and I am needing this).
Rings: David Yurman.

Earrings: Alexis Bittar.

Shoes: Christian Louboutain  

Clutch: Chloe. Nail Color: Really Red by Essie 

Pants: JCrew Minnie Pant. 

In case you haven't already guessed it, Maje is one of my absolute favorite brands. Having lived in London for so long, I felt oh-so special for having the ability to pop over the channel on the Eurostar and score some of this label's incredibly chic pieces in Paris. About 3 years ago the label expanded into London, and a few months ago they landed in NYC. Even though the novelty of having something Parisian that couldn't be found state-side yet has been diminished, I am thrilled they have finally made their US debut (even though my bank account might disagree with me). I was given this lace top as a gift this christmas and it has quickly become one of the key pieces in my winter wardrobe (who can go wrong with cream silk crepe and black lace? Seriously). I try to keep it simple and clean above by continuing with the black and white theme. For an added sophisticated look, these Alexis Bittar studs (also acquired during the christmas season) worked perfectly. A small pop of bright red from the nails and the bottom of the heels completes the look!