Exotic Undertones :: wrap skirt + crop top

This season I've been having quite the love affair with skirts and crop tops - or as some would call it, the two-part dress. This combo is versatile, easy, and leaves so much room for creativity. 

Although I usually tend to gravitate more towards dresses, lately I haven't been able to get enough of skirts - perhaps it's because of their undeniable versatility.  This skirt in particular caught my eye with its exotic print and unique wrap style.  I also love the fact that it's high waisted, it makes wearing crop tops a breeze! 

For me this is a look that effortlessly transitions from day to night. I wore this look out to lunch with a friend and then to see a daytime movie. For night, I didn't change a single thing about my look and headed out to a party. Easy peasy! 

I added my chambray bomber jacket when the wind picked up. This jacket goes with just about anything, I love it so much! 

This statement necklace by Kenneth Jay Lane make an impact that compliments the exotic vibe my skirt gives off. It also serves as a nice way to sneak some color into my look. 

Peep-toe booties are my favorite transition shoe for the moment. The best thing about these babies? They're comfortable! 

A subtle, gray smokey eye also transitions seamlessly from day to night. Add a slight cat eye effect for some extra drama. 

Photos by Devon Gailey 

[top: American Apparel, skirt: Loft, booties: Old Navy, bomber jacket: Loft, necklace: Kenneth Jay Lane, earrings: fine jewelry, bangle: Alex & Ani, black bracelet: Ann Taylor]

Who's that beauty with me in the picture above? That's my sorority sister and Little, Hayley! She just happened to be doing homework in the grass while my friend and I shot these photos. The spontaneity of seeing her was so wonderful and that's going to be what I miss most about college - seeing friends everywhere and constantly being surrounded by familiar faces. 

It's such a comforting feeling to be apart of a close-knit community like Elon and it's something that I don't think can be easily replicated somewhere else. With three weeks left until graduation day, I'm staying in-the-moment and enjoying living within a five minute walk from some of my dearest friends. 

SHOP ::