With Love
From Kat

With Love
From Kat

Bougainvillea at The Ivy

Santa Monica, CA

I’d been driving past The Ivy at The Shore Hotel for about a month – in complete awe – before actually parking and going inside!  It’s the cutest restaurant located right along Ocean Ave. in Santa Monica.  The bougainvillea is breathtaking and was begging to be photographed!  I wore this black off the shoulder dress to a lunch meeting and got so many compliments on it.  I went a size up (I’m wearing a size 4 here) because it runs a bit small.  I’m thinking of wearing it to my girlfriend’s wedding in North Carolina next week.  It’s soooo well made and flattering.  I paired it with super simple accessories as to not take away from the dramatic pleats.  FYI it’s 40% off right now – you can scoop it up here!

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Alice and Olivia dress c/o (40% off!)  |  Stuart Weitzman heels
Michael Kors clutch (similar)  |  Vintage sunnies (similar)

Jessica Alexander Photography

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23 Comments

  • Fashionandcash says:

    Beautiful dress, it’s my style… I like these photos, your blog is fantastic…

    May 1, 2017
  • Rach says:

    That black dress is so beautiful!!

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    May 1, 2017
  • Olivia says:

    your pictures are absolutely stunning! My absolute favorite! New post/ http://www.oliviaschueller.com/?p=1109

    May 1, 2017
  • La Bijoux Bella | by mia says:

    Bonjour Gorgeous! Love ❤️ love the simple beautiful look of the dress and absolutely chic style… as always! :)

    🌸LA BIJOUX BELLA 🌸| By Mia |A Creative Lifestyle Blog

    May 1, 2017
  • Dana Mannarino says:

    This dress is STUNNING on you, Kat!

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    May 1, 2017
  • Natali says:

    You’re looking astonishing in this summery and feminine outfit!

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    May 1, 2017
  • TV says:

    You look stunning in this outfit. So stylish and elegance. Perfect for sophisticated dinner. By the way amazing pictures.

    May 1, 2017
  • sasa says:

    Fabulous, babe!

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    May 1, 2017
  • Soraya says:

    Love the dress on you! The movement and the off the shoulder is perfect for summer. — Soraya
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    May 1, 2017
  • Kay Nguyen says:

    Beautiful and elegant dress! I’m so in love <3

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    May 1, 2017
  • Amanda says:

    Bougainvillea is a blogger’s best friend! You look gorgeous in this dress and the location is so dreamy!

    xo, Amanda
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    May 1, 2017
  • Carey says:

    Gorgeous dress! I’m loving the pleated bottom!

    xo, Carey
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    May 1, 2017
  • Ann-Louise says:

    Aww that dress is so beautiful but also chic! I love the pleats and the off the shoulder! That must be the perfect LBD ever!

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    May 1, 2017
  • Danni says:

    Such an Audrey Hepburn look. Love it!

    -Danni
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    May 1, 2017
  • Mlle Perrier says:

    This black dress is beautiful ! the background too <3

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    May 1, 2017
  • Nasha says:

    Love it!
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    May 2, 2017
  • Michelle Johnson says:

    Love this dress! So simple yet chic!

    May 2, 2017
  • Karen says:

    Perfect way to wear black while keeping on trend and classic. Iconic look with the sunnies!
    Karen | GlamKaren.com

    May 5, 2017
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  • Emily Piskulick says:

    this dress is so gorgeous on you, i love the pleats! xo

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    May 7, 2017
  • Eva says:

    Great dress, love the color and the photos are amazing.

    xx Eva

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    May 8, 2017
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