Show & Tell: My Engagment Photos!

Matt and I had so much fun taking these engagement photos (much to Matt's surprise!) Mainly because of our awesome photographer, Adam Nyholt and a little bit to do with some adult beverages to start off with to ease our nerves of getting our photo taken!

We started out at Cottonwood in the GOOF, then headed downtown to get some shots of us in the Houston Ballet's Center for Dance Bridge, walked along the Bayou downtown and ended on top of a parking garage!

Check out more pics on Adam Nyholt's blog

(and leave a comment on Adam's blog for us please!)

Photo Credit: Adam Nyholt

WHAT I WORE:

Mini Dress with Asymmetric Peplum Hem via ASOS US

Christian Louboutin BATIGNOLLES 100 PATENT LEATHER PUMPS via MyTheresa US

Kentucky Derby Style

Celebrate this weekend's Kentucky Derby with a fabulous outfit with a fabulous hat and a mint julep!

GET THIS LADYLIKE LOOK: 

Orange contrast skirt dress
via Dorothy Perkins 

ASOS PRIOR Pointed High Heels
via ASOS 

Saint Laurent Belle Du Jour Clutch Bag, Nude
via Bergdorf Goodman 

Eric javits Swinger Wide-Brim Hat, Black/White
via Neiman Marcus

Prowl shades - black
via Nasty Gal

More Derby Inspired Hats:

Perfect to kick off your Summer Style

August Hat 'Diamond Romantic' Hat

via Nordstrom

Neon trim fedora

via topshop us

Rachel Zoe Straw Sun Hat

via piperlime

How-to-Wear Black & White Spring Trend

Outfit Inspirations for Black & White Trend

Street Chic Style

Brian Lichtenberg Feline Tee in White
via Revolve Clothing

Topshop Angled Blazer 
via Nordstrom.com

ASOS Pencil Skirt in Checkerboard Print
via ASOS US

Diane von Furstenberg Carolina Lips Raffia Clutch
via Shopbop.com

Hema Triad Pendant
via BaubleBar

River Island pom pom beanie hat
Via ASOS.com

Chinese Laundry Look Out 2 
via Piperlime

Classic Style

Silk Popper Tee By Boutique
via Topshop US

Vince Linen Trousers
via Shopbop

Alexander Wang Textured patent-leather pumps
via Net-a-Porter

Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch
via Piperlime

Karen Walker Deep Freeze Sunglasses
via Shopbop

Elle Driver Belted Split Long Jacket
via My-Wardrobe

WGACA Vintage Vintage Chanel Earrings
via Shopbop

Outfit Obsession- NYC

I'm headed to NYC for my birthday this year and I am so so soooo excited, for a number of reasons... but especially for the SHOPPING!!!! I have a lot to accomplish in a weekend and therefore, I have mapped my SOHO shopping day. (can we say OCD) I have even mapped out the stores that I will most likely not be able to afford anything in but want to see their displays and how they styled the store. I look at it like a gallery, like my museums of style. Walking through the high-end designer stores will give me an idea of what I should be looking for in the less expensive stores. This will help me find the best options and items for my money.

A Perfect NYC shopping outfit and Everything is Under $100

Outfit Obsession- NYC by styledbyroz featuring bracelets jewelry

Get the Look!

The Pants - are probably my #1 MUST HAVE item for this season and no matter your age you can pull off these versatile pants. These Blank Denim Vegan-Leather Moto Skinny pants ($88) via Shopbop.com are a great alternative to the other high priced leather pants that you could spend up to $1,000 on.

The Shirt - If you didn't purchase the Chambray shirt (Chambray is just a fancy word for light weight denim) this summer then here is a fab one to buy now for only $59, BDG Colorblock Chambray Shirt via Urban Outfitters.This is also a good buy because it will transition into Spring. On the spring runways chambray, denim and were very prevalent.

The Sweater - J. Crew has the best quality sweaters for the price. Warm yourself in this classic J. Crew Cabridge Cable Crewneck Sweater, $125 (shown above in Antique White).

The Shoes - The mix of prep and edge is perfect in this outfit and adding the motorcycle flat boots just seals the deal. I have been wearing these Biker Low Cut Boots ($99) from Zara for about a month now and love them.

The Jewelry -  Grab this $16.99 Boyfriend Style Bangle Watch (Rose Gold) by Geneva Watch Group via Target, inexpensive enough that you could grab one in yellow gold too for different looks. Then play with this set of Midas Touch Bangles for $19.99 via ShopRuche.com. Rose gold, yellow gold, bronzed and silver wear them all or just a few but best to keep the numbers odd when wearing multiple bangles.

The Bag - Doctor bags are on trend for this season and here is a good under $100 option. ASOS Collection Doctor bag ($61.57) via ASOS, the longer shoulder strap makes this a great shopping bag.

Milano Style Outfit Obsession

When I was living in Milano, Italy for the summer I was constantly amazed at how effortlessly polished the Italian women were. This image reminds me of the way they dressed and how to get the look for yourself. I know I will be trying this look!

Milano Style Outfit Obsession by styledbyroz featuring zara handbags

Get the Look

The Shirt - Trouve Pocket Shirt ($78) via Nordstrom. The key when imitating this outfit is make sure to wear a button down shirt with dark/black buttons. Lighter buttons would change the look too much and would not be very Milano style.

The Skirt - Pencil Skirt it Dogtooth ($31.66) via ASOS US

The Necklaces -
Vanessa Mooney, The Zelda Large Cross Necklace ($106) via Shopbop.com
Spike and Pearl Necklace ($14) via Topshop US

The Shoes - Michael Kors High-Heeled Sandals ($348) via YOOX.com.

The Bag - Studded Pony Skin Clutch Bag ($99) via ZARA

If you like this outfit and try a version of it yourself with guidance from this blog, Please send me a photo of yourself in it. I would love to included Success Stories!

Balmain Runway Look for Less!

This Balmain Runway Look isn't from the recent shows but it is a very Now look that I love! Metallic and Whites are great for this Fall season and the White Blazer will transition perfectly into Spring 2013. I know that is too far away to think about but it is a good thing to keep in mind when you are debating on what to actually buy, basically this will last longer then one season's trend.

Balmain Runway Look for Less! by styledbyroz featuring v neck tees

Get the Look!

The Pants - Jbrand 901 Super Skinny Jeans ($144.90) via Saks Fifth Avenue. Roll the pants up or not, will also go great with booties, boots and super cute with some converse tennis shoes and an old t-shirt and white blazer.

The Blazer - Tall Ponte Blazer ($70) via Topshop US. Scrunch up the sleeves or wear it normal. It is machine washable but I tend to always dry clean items like this to help keep their shape!

The Shirt - New Forever T-shirt ($26.39) via ASOS US. Great everyday shirt.

The Belt - Pieces Brisa Leather Skinny Belt ($24.63) via ASOS US.

The Shoes - Steve Madden Intrude Suede Pumps ($69.99) via Dillards.

The Clutch - MeDusa Mini Clutch ($150.88) via Boticca. I think this has a very Blamain feel to it.

East Coast for Labor Day

This Labor Day I am headed up to Nantucket for a family trip. I am super excited for some East Coast cuisine, fresh air and look forward to spending time with my extended family.

When packing for a trip I always like to create outfits first and then imagine myself as a magazine editor or think of how I would style a photo shoot.  Start of with everything you would want for your outfits and then slowly edit out the repeats or non essentials. Here is what I am wanting to wear and where I am starting with my packing. Keep in mind I am not really a Preppy East Coast dresser so I have added my flair to traditional Americano attire.

Nantucket Afternoon Outfit by styledbyroz featuring leather shoulder handbags

Get the look...

  Rag & Bone- Katherine Sweater ($195 at Barneys New York) >>> Dior 'Lady Cat' Black Sunglasses ($95 at Nordstrom.com) >>> Natasha Couture Hinged Gold Cuff ($28 at Nordstrom.com) >>> Ted Baker Acrylic Push Button Cuff ($76 at House of Fraser) >>> JBrand Ginger Skirt in Vintage Pine ($181 at RevolveClothing) >>> Belle By Sigerson Morrison 6614B Pointy Toe Ballet Flats ($195 at Piperlime)  >>>Rebecca Minkoff MAC Clutch ($295 at Blomingdales)

Night Out in Nantucket Outfit by styledbyroz featuring nautical tops

Get the look ...

Michael Antonio - Nude Closed toe pump ($49 at Endless.com) >>>
ASOS Collection Pink Pencil Skirt ($23 at ASOS) >>> Joie - Soft Top Dayla Nautical Stripe ($98 at Bloomingdales) >>> ASOS Oversized Square Sunglasses ($20 at ASOS) >>> Kenneth Jay Lane Enamel Knot Necklace ($187 at Shopbop) >>> Lauren Merkin 'Louise' Jute Clutch in Natural ($149 at Nordstrom)