White Hot Summer Dresses

New Yorkers could get by on two colors for the entire year.  White for Summer and black for every other season.  Since it's nearly Summer, here are a few of my favorite white dresses.  Not necessarily work appropriate but here's to hoping for some spontaneous rooftop nights after grueling work days.  

Catherine Malandrino Pointelle-Knit Dress (345.00).  A good friend of mine owns this dress in multiple colors.

Sam&Lavi Scarlett Lace Shift Dress (155.00).  I've got lace on the mind after spending a month searching for the perfect lace for Ampere.

Alexander Wang White Stretchy Viscose Sleeveless V-neck Dress (495.00)

Jazz It Up for Summer

Despite the buzz about Baz Luhrmann's upcoming remake of the Great Gatsby, in my heart and mind, Robert Redford will forever be Jay Gatsby, and Mia Farrow, Daisy. What I am excited about is the abundance of Gatsby inspired fashion that is sure to follow the release of the film.

The movie won't be released until Winter, but Summer is the ideal time to get inspired by the Roaring 20's.  Particularly if you're attending the 7th Annual Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governor's Island this weekend. Or - if you prefer the slightly more formal style of the late 19-teens and Downton Abbey, here is your chance to channel Lady Mary and all of her glamour.  

Eagle Dress (550.00) - All Saints may seem like an unlikely place to pick up a Jazz Age dress, but there are a surprising number of gorgeous deco pieces here

 Kyle Beaded Tie Back Dress (550.00)

French Connection Flapper Dress (185.58)

Vintage 1970's Flapper Dress (150.00)

As for accessories, I'll be sporting a feathery headpiece from the Village Scandal.  I purchased it originally for the Belmont last weekend but it fits right in with the era of this weekend.  If you're in the mood for something with a bit more sparkle, I love the exuberance of this Peacock hair clip.

Finally, the perfect finishing touch is an Edie Parker clutch as featured on Professionelle a while back.