The Modern Lady: V-Day Look #2

Sunday, February 9, 2014

Add some leather to your favorite feminine dress for a unique Valentine's Day (or any day) look that's both edgy and classic. 
Sweet & girly meets edgy moto for a flirty rocker vibe. 
Add some elegant and subtle charm 
Juxtapose a neat nipped-waist dress in the season's hottest color - blush - with a casual chic coverup, like this vegan leather moto jacket. 
Photos by Erin Valentine 
[dress: BCBG, jacket: Express, heels: Target, earrings: Ann Taylor, necklace: Tiffany & Co., black bracelet: Ann Taylor]

I love playing with contrasting colors, textures, and styles, and this look combines the extremes of two very different personalities, which is completely fresh and modern. 

This is such a relaxed yet refined take on dressing up. While wearing tonal shades of rose and soft pink is delicate and demure, throwing on some black leather and studded ankle strap heels is sexy and sophisticated; the essence of the modern-day woman! 


74 comments:

  1. Ale RamírezFebruary 9, 2014 at 11:56 PM

    lovely look! the biker is perfect!
    and you so beautiful!
    kisses....

    http://zapatosrojosmoda.blogspot.mx/

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  2. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 3:09 AM

    Cute dress!

    Have a good week!
    vgolove1.blogspot.ru

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  3. Mrs CFebruary 10, 2014 at 3:50 AM

    The dress is a stunner on its own but the jacket adds edge to the whole look.. as always you rock!

    Mrs Jack Of All Trades
    Dubai, UAE

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  4. Alexandra ZakharovaFebruary 10, 2014 at 5:13 AM

    What a pretty dress) You look simply charming in it! I also love this shade of pink, looks absolutely chic! Those photographs are adorable! You keep surprising me with your beauty)
    Wish you a great day ahead!

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  5. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    So cute! Lov ur dress.

    x Lori
    http://fabeau-trends.blogspot.com

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  6. Secret_styleFebruary 10, 2014 at 11:54 AM

    Wow wyglądasz zjawiskowo! :) Sukienka, zarówno kolor jak i fason prezentuje się cudownie! Podoba mi się przełamanie rockową ramoneską, dodaje zadziora całości- absolutnie moje klimaty :) Gorąco pozdrawiam :)

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  7. Agnes WFebruary 10, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    Pretty dress! Love the contrast of the soft and delicate folds of the dress to the biker jacket!

    http://infinitehouseofillusions.blogspot.ca/

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  8. KarolinaFebruary 10, 2014 at 4:25 PM

    Such a beautiful dress! Looks perfect with that jacket!

    xx Karolina
    CARAMODE



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  9. Manhattan Image and StyleFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:58 PM

    Fabulous sweetie! Great style and what a lovely blog!

    Feel free to visit my blog as well! You will find topics such as NYC Fashion, health, beauty, personal growth and motivation between others! <3

    Diana
    www.ManhattanImageandStyle.com
    New Outfit Post: Brights In The Woods

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  10. SabrinaFebruary 10, 2014 at 11:47 PM

    I love the front of that dress and how it softly flows. Also, you look so gorgeous in your previous post!

    Sincerely,
    Sabrina

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  11. Elsa HurtadoFebruary 11, 2014 at 2:23 AM

    Love the contrast of the feminine dress with the leather jacket.
    Great valentines day look!


    Xo, Elsa
    Mix and Match the F word

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  12. Daily LifeFebruary 11, 2014 at 4:29 AM

    love!! follow in facebook too?
    https://www.facebook.com/Blog.DailyLife

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  13. Margaret DallospedaleFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:25 AM

    Hi Kat,
    you look awesome! I love your dress.
    Kisses
    The Indian Savage Diary

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  14. Nery HdezFebruary 11, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    Lovely dress doll
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  15. fabulouspetiteFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Def agree a fresh take of women today. Soft, feminine with a rocker edge. You look beautiful and ready to paint the town red.

    xo
    Sam
    http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com

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  16. SamanthaFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    You are too cute! Love that you paired a leather jacket over such a feminine dress.

    xx
    www.starringsamantha.com

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  17. Only Yesterday BlogFebruary 11, 2014 at 9:43 AM

    Lovely outfit! You look stunningly gorgeous!

    sarahrizaga.blogspot.com

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  18. TheTinyHeartFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:30 AM

    This is such a fun mix of sweet and edgy!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    Target Giveaway!

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  19. Always MayleeFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    You look so beautiful! The dress is really pretty and sweet and you are just looking fab!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  20. VanessaFebruary 11, 2014 at 11:36 AM

    Wow, you look so amazing. *__*
    Lovely greets...

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  21. UnknownFebruary 11, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    Thanks for your comment on my blog!)Great outfit!)I like your blog!Would you like to follow each other? Just let me know in my blog. xoxo
    http://www.elationofcreation.com/

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  22. UnknownFebruary 11, 2014 at 12:34 PM

    You look amazing.Great outfit and beautiful dress.
    What do you say to a common observation? let me know.
    sisterrforever.blogspot.com

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  23. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    You are so sweet! Really great Style - perfect and classy! Merci for your lovely comment on my Blog - hope you‘ll come back soon♡Love, Kyra
    FOLLOW MY BLOG // TELL ME // I FOLLOW YOU BACK!

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  24. The Fashion PandaFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    Pretty dress !! :)

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  25. UnknownFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    I follow you now,dear)

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  26. Yulia SidorenkoFebruary 11, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    you look so pretty, dear)
    keep in touch, xx
    http://yuliasi.blogspot.ru/
    love, Yulia

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  27. Dolce VirginiaFebruary 11, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    hola estas guapisima .bonito gorro me gustaria te pasaras por mi blog
    haver site gusta y siquieres podemos seguirnos mutuamente besoss
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  28. Eniwhere FashionFebruary 11, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    Oh,oh,oh......very nice this dress!!!!!!
    Kisses,
    Eni K.

    http://eniwherefashion.blogspot.it/
    https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eniwhere-Fashion/495867350525920

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  29. HannahFebruary 11, 2014 at 4:16 PM

    Very classy, you look great!
    Champagne Lifestyle on a Beer Budget

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  30. DanielleFebruary 11, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    pretty dress!

    xx fameliquorlove.blogspot.com

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  31. ALLIE NYCFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:39 PM

    Such a pretty shade of pink and perfect for Valentine's and it would make a cute bridesmaid dress too.

    Allie of ALLIE NYC
    allienyc.com

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  32. UnknownFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:59 PM

    loving this post! amazing dress, hair and makeup!
    Kisses from Miami,
    Borka
    www.chicfashionworld.com

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  33. CoastWithMeFebruary 12, 2014 at 1:07 AM

    Kat you have such gorgeous long full locks! Love your hair straight! And that dress looks so pretty on you! Soft pink suits you so well! :)

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  34. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 8:03 AM

    Like a modern Princess!

    ADDICT BE ICONIC BLOG

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  35. Suvarna GoldFebruary 12, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    hey pretty
    thanks for the follow
    I followed back :)

    much love

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  36. docdivatravellerFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    lovely color and details of your dress!! cute earrings :)
    http://docdivatraveller.blogspot.in/

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  37. get carried awayFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    you look so pretty! love your dress and the combo with the jacket - perfect!
    happy day!

    http://www.getcarriedaway.net/

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  38. Alexis Grace of North On HarperFebruary 12, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    I love pairing a girlie dress with a leather jacket-- its such a cool juxtaposition! And this look-- perfect for the holiday!!!

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  39. SaraFebruary 12, 2014 at 11:44 AM

    Beautiful dress!

    http://mypetitecorner.blogspot.com

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  40. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    Amazing!!! :) I always loved to have a pink dress with a black leather jacket!!! Very beautiful!!

    Kisses,

    Babi
    www.voguebuster.net

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  41. Creme de la ChicFebruary 12, 2014 at 2:52 PM

    Love your outfit so much! Such a perfect balance of both romantic and edgy :)
    You are absolutely gorgeous, Kathleen! So happy that I stumbled upon your blog xx
    Would you like to follow each other?

    ♥ ♡ ♥ ♡ Creme de la Chic ♥ ♡ ♥ ♡

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  42. Guide for LadiesFebruary 12, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    What a beautiful dress! its very feminine and classy!

    www.guideforladies.com

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  43. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 4:10 PM

    Such a princess like look in this stunning blush pink dress, love the jewelry details ! You look lovely in straight hair !
    Have a lovely day!

    Feisty Fox Diaries

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  44. Chicago Chic February 12, 2014 at 4:18 PM

    I love that dress.. the color is amazing and so perfect for Vday. You look absolutely stunning in it!

    xo
    Rachel

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  45. Federica Di NardoFebruary 12, 2014 at 5:21 PM

    Nice dress!


    The Cutielicious
    http://www.thecutielicious.com
    Federica

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  46. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 5:50 PM

    this dress is absolutely adorable !!! the baby pink colour is just perfect and so in right now !
    xoxo

    www.mychoicebysorana.blogspot.ro

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  47. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 7:42 PM

    You look stunning in that dress! I love your earrings! So pretty!

    xx,
    www.mellowyellowblog.com

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  48. Kierra MakaylaFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    The leather jacket paired with this dress is stunning!
    xoxo, Kierra Makayla – fashion, beauty, lifestyle blog

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  49. fashgraceFebruary 13, 2014 at 2:00 AM

    this look is so romantic!

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  50. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 3:34 AM

    You look so gorgeous! I love your dress so much, perfect colour for Valentine's Day. :) Would you like us to follow each other in GFC and BlogLovin'? I would love to stay in touch and be friends. :)

    Take care always, love Christine ~ xo
    www.chriissydollxo.com
    BLOG | BLOGLOVIN' | TWITTER | FACEBOOK

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  51. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 6:34 AM

    the dress is so romantic!! very nice

    SHAN
    www.memyheelsandi.com

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  52. em.me.maFebruary 13, 2014 at 8:29 AM

    beautiful dress, love the necklace!


    Check out my valentines giveaway! :)
    http://emmemablog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/valentines-day-knicker-giveaway.html

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  53. miasmodeFebruary 13, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Beautiful and simply stunning. I loove your dress and the way you styled it. One of my favorite looks so far and perfect for the V-day <3

    xx Mira

    www.glamdevils.com

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  54. Maja KFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:09 AM

    Pretty! It's great for those who want to look beautiful yet not too glamorous- with perfectly styled leather jacket and straps heels :) xx

    Maja
    http://modern-muffin.blogspot.com/

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  55. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    Amazing look, I love the dress! I follow you via GFC, can you follow me back? x

    http://fashionsectionbylory.blogspot.com/

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  56. TaraMixandMatchFebruary 13, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Your dress is gorgeous, love the floral appliques!

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  57. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 12:21 PM

    I love everything about your outfit! Your dress to your nails to your jewelry! Theyre all gorgeous!

    5ftandpetite.blogspot.com

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  58. Juliet PolilovaFebruary 13, 2014 at 1:06 PM

    love your dress! it's so perfect!
    very nice blog by the way :)

    kisses from Russia,
    Juliet
    RUSSIAN DOLL

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  59. MaddieFebruary 13, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    Awee you look so adorable in that dress Kat! :) I really like your outfit, especially the mix of soft and hard- I think that the jacket and the dress go perfect together! :)
    This would definitely be a really great outfit for Valentine's day & your hair looks gorgeous when straightened! :)

    www.callmemaddie.com

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  60. leadvedFebruary 13, 2014 at 2:35 PM

    Very pretty and cute :)

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  61. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    oh the dress is adorable!:) you look amazing dear!♥

    www.Lorietta.cz

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  62. JennyFebruary 13, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    You're so pretty and this dress is amazing, would you like to follow each other? x
    Freya's Fashion Chapter

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  63. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 8:23 PM

    I love your blog <3 Would you like to follow each other? it would mean alot <3 let me no

    www.shaunasharp.com

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  64. Runaway In LAFebruary 14, 2014 at 12:45 AM

    You are too adorable! :-) Love your feminine but edgy look! A leather jacket is such a unique spin to the classic girly Valentine's Day look! Now, I just need to find my pink chiffon dress and a Valentine, hehe...

    You've got such a lovely blog Kat! ^_^ I am your newest follower. Hoping we can stay in touch!

    ♥ Kelsey
    http://RunawayInLA.com

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  65. UnknownFebruary 14, 2014 at 1:50 AM

    Thanks for following me I followed you back<3

    Love your blog and your style :)

    x

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  66. JennyFebruary 14, 2014 at 4:01 AM

    Thankyou for the lovely comment on my blog! I followed you back on GFC and yes, I'd love to follow each other on Bloglovin' too! I have followed #288 :) x
    Freya's Fashion Chapter

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  67. Sandy a la ModeFebruary 14, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    you look amazing!! that dress is soo pretty on you!!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

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  68. KatFebruary 14, 2014 at 1:52 PM

    wow wow wow what a beautiful dress! you look absolutely gorgeous!! hope you have a wonderful valentines!! :)

    katslovefashion.blogspot.com

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  69. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    Your fashion blogs are really inspirational. I get tons of good ideas to try for class and even the weekends. I think this outfit is the right mix of girly and edgy. However, I think that there are a lot of bracelets and maybe there could be fewer, but that's just my own opinion. You look fabulous!

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  70. UnknownFebruary 16, 2014 at 2:26 PM

    Beautiful dress! You look amazing!

    www.timolove.com

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  71. C.DOTZFebruary 19, 2014 at 12:57 PM

    Love, Love the super fem dress with the leather jacket and sexy shoes! Great balance dear. I hope you had a great week! <3

    Best,
    CD

    ican'taffordmylifestyle

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  72. Katrin BirdFebruary 21, 2014 at 2:59 AM

    Pretty dress! U look so fresh and cute)

    Have a nice day!

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  73. mizanJanuary 19, 2020 at 10:43 AM

    It’s really an impressive and creative work. I agree with Jami that shadowing would have been great. It is nice anyway.

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