Last Saturday my sister and Aunt Jean took my fruity Mentos breath away after surprising me with an all-out sixties chic bridal shower. The vintage inspired ‘Madly In Love’ soiree had guests showing up glam enough to give Betty Draper a run for her alimony. I couldn’t help but smiling every moment after noticing the record place settings, the quaint candy bar, the Nor-Cal garden party atmosphere and the martini bar. Games were kept to a minimum as we sipped hot-pink sugar rimmed Lemon Drops.

I wore a simple lace Forever 21 dress I found the night before. Then I  added an ivory satin belt, a faux flower to my bun and a pair of fucsia strappy heels adorned with roses. Here’s a few photos and a video from the girly-girl day I’ll never forget…

Dress – F21, Necklace – F21 (same one here in black), Nails – Essie, Cocktail – Lemon Drop, flower – craft store

(Style Sidenote) If you ever want to make an off white or ivory dress look a brighter white, add a rich ivory satin belt. It tricks the eye and your dress looks whiter.

After the shower, my sister put this youtube video together below showing everyone at the party and even a few marriage words of wisdom from my grandma and great aunts. I hope you’re having a great week and thanks for reading.

~xoDale

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I can’t help but notice this year is nearly half zapped. Are your weekends booking up faster than you can click kayak.com? If summer Saturdays on your calendar are already X’d out, my guess is you’re attending a fair share of weddings, birthdays, baby showers, family or high school reunions, and outdoor dinner parties. Above is one of the cutest ASOS dresses I’ve spotted this summer so I wanted to share my top outdoor dinner party style picks. (Sidenote) If you’re re-wearing an old sundress, add a new accessory like a flower and don’t forget a flirty pop of blush.

~xoDale

Update ~ I’m flying back to Switzerland tomorrow after 2 weeks in SF. Coming this week: wedding updates & summer trends. I’ve also had a healthy obsession with the 6-second video app ,Vine, lately sharing styling and this event at drybar last week in Santana Row, CA. Are you on Vine?

 Dress/Sandals/Kate Spade Bracelet/Bangle Set/My Watermelon Margarita Recipe

I just arrived back in Nor-Cal to finish up some last minute wedding details. After landing, I needed some chips and salsa stat. One of my favorite spots in San Francisco I crave while in Europe is Tommy’s Mexican Restaurant. Above, is a look I put together in case you’re planning your own Mexican fiesta night. And coming this week on the blog…’Summertime in Cali’ outfit posts, Santana Row adventures, new beauty tips and wedding planning updates!  ~xoDale

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Well, maybe you already know it, but I hadn’t heard of an Aperol Spritz until I visited Europe earlier this year. The cocktail is ideal for summer as the ultimate pre-drink (aka aperitif) before dinner. The bitter sweet cocktail was even the voted summer 2013 cocktail of choice at Milan Men’s fashion week.

Here’s how to make it:

This is the perfect way to spice up your next dinner party. When debating on which bottle of wine to take to your friend’s pad, surprise everyone with an Aperol Spritz.

It’s unexpected, stylish and not only unique and refreshing, it was has been featured on major fashion sites comparing the tangerine hues to Hermes. 

Have you ever heard of an Aperol Spritz?

PS – They sell this liqueur at BevMo. Cheers!  ~xoDale

Remember Claudia Schiffer in high-waisted bikinis, Cindy Crawford in those sexy Pepsi ads and who could forget Naomi Campbell in her pre-temper tantrum hay day? The 90′s were an era of SUPERMODELS before reality stars and celebrities graced the covers of magazines. And way before fashion bloggers or Youtube sensations.

Last November, as I walked through Paris on my Savvy Sleepers Euro Trip, I spotted a used bookstand on the street with a Chanel Lookbook from 1995 chock full of Claudia Schiffer posed in crop tops and pastel mini skirts. As spring arrived, I couldn’t help notice how many of these trends are cool again. Here’s my Top 3 Tips to channel your inner 90′s Supermodel without alerting the fashion police….

The Scene ~ Frankfurt, Germany

1. Look for White Leather & Studs ~ White leather jackets and tops are a hot trend for spring paired with denim, black or floral print. Also, studded details on jackets and handbags scream ‘Totally 90′s!’ I love this one in white by TopShop.

2. How to Wear a Crop Top ~ From Rachel Zoe to Refinery29, the general ‘style expert consensus’ is only show a sliver of skin and avoid belly button exposure. High waisted skirts and shorts are your best bet for bottoms with a crop top.

3. Stick to Black & White Basics ~ The simple color combo is chic, classy and definitely reminiscent of Claudia Schiffer in the 90′s Chanel lookbook.

<DETAILS by Dale> skirt (old) – similar here, white jacket (0ld) – H&M (similar here), sparkly leather snap bracelet c/o ~ Splenderosa, heels ~ Zara, cuff ~ MANGO

SOMETHING Extra ~ My friend Tanisha of the blog Lattes & Lipstick just launched a jewelry line called Lilith+McRae with a limited quantity of the ‘Black & White Buddha’ bracelet I’m wearing above. She’s giving 1 MORE Away! As Coco Chanel said ‘In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.‘

Coco Chanel Luxury GIVEAWAY ~ WIN…

The black & white Lilith+McRae bracelet above, 1 MAC Lipstick in Russian Red & 1 Savvy Sleepers luxury satin beauty pillow case in the color of your choice*

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Hope you’re having a great week and if you’re wearing any 90′s styles this spring, what are your favorites? See you Friday! ~xoDale

Normally about this time, I’d be gearing up for a day of Tator Tots, raspberry lemonade, wiffle ball and charbroiled burgers. This is the first Memorial Day I’ve been out of the US and while I won’t be attending any backyard BBQ’s in Switzerland this afternoon, I did sport red, white and blue on a rainy afternoon yesterday in Frankfurt, Germany visiting my fiance’s parents.

Some of my favorite style staples when celebrating the USA include red & denim. I paired Guess pumps, new distressed H&M skinnies with a red blazer from MANGO which happens to be channeling 90′s classics right now. Here’s a rainy day hello from Europe…

<DETAILS by Dale> heels – GUESS (Similar here) /blazer – MANGO/bracelets- F21/necklace- Tiffany & Co./Jeans (recent) H&M – (Similar here)/tank- H&M

This weeks’ posts are inspired by a Chanel 1995 Lookbook I found in Paris at a used book stand last November. Stay tuned for a mid week giveaway and totally 90′s trends! PS Hope you have a great Memorial Day with your family & friends.

~xoDale

The weekend has arrived and nothing made me realize how fast time is passing by than going to a Pink concert. Her ‘Truth About Love Tour’ was in Zurich this week and her Cirque du Soleil style concert is a must-see. A mix of her performing her hottest songs in leotards and skimpy six-pack revealing costumes. When she sang her classics including ‘Just Like a Pill,’ I realized it was over a decade old.

I hadn’t been to a concert in years, but decided to channel some classic ‘teenager styles’ that are appropriate for any age. For me, that means 90′s inspired hair with bangs of course, a spiked statement necklace, black skinny jeans, a classic leather jacket, snakeskin stilletos and a graphic tee…

<DETAILS by Dale> jacket – Zara, jeans – H&M, heels – Gucci, necklace – TJMaxx, tee – MANGO

I‘ve noticed 90′s styles are definitely back and I’m hosting a giveaway and post on Monday inspired by a 90′s Chanel Lookbook. Have you noticed the 90′s styles like crop tops, high waisted skirts and denim cut-offs are back for summer? Have a great Memorial Day Weekend! ~xoDale

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