First things first, if you follow me on instagram then you know that these pictures are old + I am sporting a new royal blue weave…but we will discuss that tomorrow.
These pictures are from a recent trip to Los Angeles with my family. When I was editing these pictures I started to think about just where this outfit came from + nearly everything I am wearing was made in my home state, California. While styling an outfit with local fashion will cost you more, the positive benefits are endless.
I was born in Santa Barbara and after several moves up + down the cost I have settled in San Francisco. While my love for all things SF Made (insert shameless plug for Les Méchantes) is strong, I am pleased to report that apparel is being manufactured all over the United States, not just in California and these days we can all shop local in some capacity.
Do you shop local?
What I Wore:
Dress: Les Méchantes, The Eagle Dress
Cape: Les Méchantes, The Heather 3 Cape
Shoes: The Blonde Salad x Steve Madden, TDallas Sandal
Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Betsy
I love shopping local and have recently discovered some great Cali brands (JOA comes to mind). I love your dress and have my eye on a cape or maritime jacket on your website!
Yes!! You have your eyes on two of my favorites!
That red dress is spectacular Kate, so sexy and feminine! 🙂 – Lena
Yes! A major favorite!
Love the dress. Love the choker. Love the hair that appears in a few days… <3
Ugh! The hair….
So fun! Love that you are wearing this summer look well into fall, gotta love CA weather.
xo Carlina
AllergicToVanilla.com
Amen! Only in California!
Such a beautiful dress! You look stunning!
xo, Jane
http://www.fitfabfunmom.com
Thanks Jane! I am obsessed with this piece!
Gorgeous! Very nice dress.. 🙂
http://www.itssuperfashion.com/2014/11/gentlewoman/
Thanks Andy!
Love the gorgeous red shade of the dress, so striking! The relaxed fit looks so comfortable too!
Prudence
http://www.prudencepetitestyle.wordpress.com
It is beyond comfortable! Thanks babe!
such a beautiful place!!! i wish i was there!!!
xx
isa
http://www.un-likely.com
I wish I could have stayed 🙂
Such beautiful photos, Kat! I am totally getting used to this lovely platinum blonde hair, but I can not wait to see the royal blue! PS I am sorry I am missing the long-awaited Les Méchantes party this week, but I am out of town 🙁 Miss you!
It’s ok babe! We will catch up soon! Just stop by LMHQ next time you are in the city!
Gorgeous red maxi, babe!
-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
Thanks! You can find it here too http://www.lesmechantes.com/collections/apparel/products/the-eagle-dress
Wow love this dress, you look absolutely amazing 🙂 Mel
http://www.livingoncloude9.com
Thanks babe!
You look amazing!
Kisses
Manasi
http://www.indianfashionandlifestyle.com/
Lovely place and outfit!!! New follower on Instagram 🙂
My Accessories World
You are the perfect model for Les Mechantes Kat! Pretty and mischievous, especially with the change of hair color. I am looking forward to seeing more of your outfits featuring items from your shop. 😉
Brandy
willbakeforshoes.com
Thanks lady! Hopefully you can make it to one of our pop-ups this month!!