The cool winds have ushered out the ease of summer style and replaced it with dramatic glamour in rich hues. Flowing pieces in soft velvet and sweeping lace contrasted with structured ruffles and bold brocade are reminiscent of neo-Victorian romance with a modern edge. Accented with thick gold cuffs, layered chains and statement heels, the resulting look is a powerful statement for fall. The Carlyle House Historic Park in Old Town Alexandria is ripe with intrigue and the enchanting garden was a perfect fit for our fashion fantasy.
Creative Direction by Angela Bobo / Styling by DC Style Factory / Photography by Erick Gibson
Model Katarina Pavic at T H E Artist Agency. Hair by Ashley Renninger of Ronnie Elias Salon. Makeup by Ariana Arevalo
Haute Hippie Dress, $495, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; Collar Necklace with Mother of Pearl Doublet, Ruby and White Topaz, $935, Gatsby Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace, $700, Dina Mackney available at select Neiman Marcus locations; Lulu Frost Plaza Large Number, $325, The Shoe Hive; Pearl Power Cuff, $1,200, Take 5 Boutique
Oscar de la Renta Dress, $2,890, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; Bezel Set Ruby Cuff, $346, Multi Stone Ruby Cuff, $750, Dina Mackney; Stuart Weitzman Nudistsong Sandals, $425, Bloomingdale’s Wisconsin Place
Sandro Dress, $510, French Connection Boots, $160, Bloomingale’s Wisconsin Place; Hana Cuff, $295, Billy Cuff, $145, Sophie Blake; Feather Jacket, price upon request, T SALT; Earrings, stylist’s own
Theory Blazer, $395, Joie Cami, $28, Helmut Lang Leather Leggings, $920, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; Pour la Victoire Carla Sandal in Black, $225, Bloomingdale’s Wisconsin Place; Tools of the Trade Necklace, $1,000, Take 5 Boutique; Custom Lace Skirt, inquiries welcome, Amalgamated
Prada Pumps, $850, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; Pyrite and Garnet Fringe Earrings, $290, Dina Mackney; Mesh Box Clutch, $140, Bloomingdale’s Wisconsin Place; Bracelet, $3,500, Take 5 Boutique
Ted Baker Blazer, $429, Pants, $259, Stuart Weitzman Fringelica Pumps, $475, Bloomingdale’s Wisconsin Place; Sunny Forest Pendant Necklace, $4,500, Take 5 Boutique; Earrings, stylist’s own
Alexander McQueen Peplum Shirt, $1,265, Joie Keena Leggings, $128, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; MCM Mischa Shoulder Bag, $1,295, Bloomingdale’s Wisconsin Place; Lulu Frost Victorian Plaza Charm Necklace, $625, Plaza Small Number, $300, Plaza Large Number, $325, The Shoe Hive
Suit Vest, $549, Trousers, $495, Ariadne’s Thread Cuff, $850, Gold Lace Cuff, $2,100, Take 5 Boutique; Sandro Blouse, $210, Bloomingdale’s Wisconsin Place; Elastic Heart Matte Black Necklace, $50, Kicheko Goods
Giuseppe Zanotti Cutout Bootie, $1,295, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; Solstice Noir Necklace, $45, Kicheko Goods; Roman Byzantine Coin 325 AD set in an 18kt Custom Wheat Bezel with Square Shape Blue Sapphires Pendant $5,500, Solid 18kt Yellow Gold Bead Style Toggle Necklace, $8,200, Mystique Jewelers; Black Obsidian and White Topaz Cuff, $575, Dina Mackney available at Mystique Jewelers
The Row Jacket, $2,750, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; Autumn Ray Collar Necklace, $1,350, Take 5 Boutique; Custom Velvet Skirt, price upon request, T SALT; Shoes, model’s own; Earrings, stylist’s own
Alice & Olivia Dress, $495, Carolina Herrera Blouse, $1,690, Saks Fifth Avenue Mazza Gallerie; Apatite and Amethyst Mini Cuff, $850, Chalcedony and Ruby Star Cuff, $770, Triple Stone Garnet Cuff, $600, Dina Mackney; Pour La Victoire Carla Sandal in Pewter, $225, Bloomingdale’s Wisconsin Place
(September 2015)
