Hello Darlings,
I hope everyone had a beautiful weekend…mine was actually quite relaxing. On Friday, Andrew and I attended a chocolate soiree (yup, our friends are amazing hosts). As usual, I was in a dilemma over everything: the shoes, the outfit, and the accessories.
“Closet full of clothes and nothing to wear.”
I think that this is the most common problem women struggle with. It just feels like I come face-to-face with it far too often. At the moment, I am anti-pants. I don’t know why, but I just can’t bring myself to wear them. I feel like every outfit just doesn’t work… so skirts and dresses it is.
Once Friday evening rolled in, I was ready (sort of). My hair was perfectly straightened and de-frizzed, my make-up was done using my favorite Chanel palette, except I was stuck in my undies, standing in the middle of my closet while Andrew was waited outside. The poor guy will soon be best friends with the parking patrol 
I was frustrated, upset and feeling like a total mess…. It’s it amazing how one outfit can almost ruin your entire night?!
I pulled myself together when my eye landed on my new Marc Jacobs purse that I picked up on Bleecker Street. The moment I saw his Spring 2010, Marc by Marc Jacobs collection… I wanted to find a metallic purse. Voila!
I slowly pulled together an outfit that felt right to me and that complimented the purse. First, it was the grey top, which is quite simple but has a very interesting cut. I paired it with an American Apparel skirt to add a little something-something to the look, and of course, added interesting hosiery. When in doubt, wear black, and add an interesting stocking to the mix (my mantra). A little bit of Tiffany’s and Marc Jacobs did the trick in the accessories department, and Michael Kors booties sealed the deal. It turned out to b a black and grey combination that made me feel fabulous… I finally made my way out the door!
I am wearing: Wilfred Top( from Aritzia); American Apparel Lamé Skirt ( from American Apparel); Multicolored Polka Dot Pantyhose from Calvin Klien ( from Winners); Marc by Marc Jacobs Purse (from Marc by Marc Jacobs store on Bleecker Street); Michael Kors Booties ( from Holt Renfrew); Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc Studs (from Bloomingdales Soho); Tiffany’s &Co. Key Necklace ( a gift from Andrew).Lately, I’ve been feeling quite comfortable with my style and have been experimenting with bolder colors. Trust me, this is a huge step for me! Despite the dilemmas, I feel as if my style is slowly evolving. Yesterday I picked up another Nina Garcia book, Style Strategy, from Liv and I love it. Garcia is truly inspirational!
Through her books, I’ve learned not to be afraid of making bolder statements with fashion. I was recently inspired to purchase a very dramatic pair of YSL heels that are out of my element but work so beautifully with my wardrobe.
Lesson Learned: Your closet is never half empty, it is always half full.
Not it is your turn…..
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P.S. Also I would like to send out a special thank you to Iris for offering to proofread With Love… and to make sure that it is in tip-top-shape 
Iris welcome to the team!
Wishing Everyone a Beautiful Day!!!
With Love…
Marta
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Really pretty! I love the simplicity with the bold touches and the purse is super cute.
That purse is adorable!
love your outfit!cute purse!
so cute as always!
Marta, you look stunning as always. I love your red lips (your make up in these pics looks bolder than usual and I’m loving it) and your entire outfit. I’m trying to be more dramatic as well by experimenting with color, but I still feel like I play it safe all the time!
Hi Leia,
But I did add more definition and color to my eyes.
The lip color is courtesy red wine…
I love this outfit. Simple, but it works really well! I used to get that “I have nothing to wear” feeling a LOT. Now I make sure I usually get something new before a big occasion just so I don’t have a last minute panic! A bit extravagant I know! Where is that heart purse in the last picture from btw?
- Anna Jane xxx
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Hey Anna, I always pick something up before an important occasion as well…and always ahead of time. The purse is from Marc by Marc Jacobs.
Usually I’m not much for purses with long handles but I really love this one. You look great : )
simplistic w/ a touch of marc.
you simply glow marta !
x x x x
You look sultry, Marta!
And very pretty. The outfit is ladylike with an edge, and the purse is adorable!
P.S. You have the same alarm clock as me!
I love your top and the purse. I always feel like I have nothing to wear, probably because I don’t have my things very organized! xoxo
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Your new bag is so adorable.
Like a little rtreasure toy for big girls. 
As for the wardrobe issues… I used to have them before… but as I got older (uhm, should I say wiser? 
) this stopped. I do have moments when I think that nothing looks good no matter what, but it’s normaly a result of pms’ing 
These days I am also very picky with my clothes, so I don’t buy a lot or often. I think it makes it easier for me to plan outfits since the choices and ideas are very precise.
Hope you had a wonderful time and received tons of compliments at the party.
xxx
I hate the feeling of having nothing to wear with a closet full of clothes!
Congrats with the purse, it’s very cute!
I love the picture of you holding the remote - such an original pose!
I really enjoy Nina Garcia’s style books as well and I was debating whether or not to buy The Style Strategy. I already have The One Hundred and The Little Black Book of Style. I have flipped through the Style Strategy at Chapters a few times and came close to buying, but I don’t know what stopped me from buying it.
Anyway, I love your outfit as usual. I love how simple the original outfit is and then with the addition of the accessories, they just add that instant oomph without being over the top.
Hi Laura,
Agreed on the remote pose!
I have all 3 of Nina Garcia’s books, and I can safely say that perhaps what held you back from purchasing the 3rd was because it was not as fresh as the other two. Much of the content is to be found in the other 2 books.
what a great outfit! the stockings really make the outfit pop.
i hate when i feel like i have nothing to wear! it’s usually when i am going out, some how i just forget how to use my closet! i seriously have to remind myself of what shoes i own!
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A simple yet gorgeous combo and what cute earrings. May need to pick one up
Too adorable for words.
well put Marta! and I am so in love with all of your outfits lately…all these unexpected little peices you throw in (i,e, the awesome metallic purse!)…
and I know EXACTLY what you mean when you refer to a “closet full of clothes and nothing to wear ” :s
xox
Ash
Love, lovw, looove those stockings! The polka dots look like little diamonds =)
You felt fabulous, because you looked fabulous! It was a great outfit!
Awesome tights girl!
Very cute outfit. I often feel like I have nothing to wear…
I have this problem too, like every woman. Mosten when I wanna look pretty, but I dont feel that way (busy and stressed day on college, problems..).
Also, do I have a lot of bags, clothes, and then I forgot what I have, so I have to remind myself of a dress, bag or shoes. And my closeth is a little bit disorganized, which make the things worse.
I love your outfit, the purse is sooo cute! It matches to you!
I saw in your earlier post the ysl heels. Honestly, there not my cup of tee, a little bit ugly, but they are robust and have a strong statement what I really like. So I look forward to see how will you combine them with the rest of your clothes!
Hi Dragana,
I think that every girl has this problem and especially when we want to look our best but do not feel it.
As for shoes, they are not pretty but I love them so much. They make such a strong statement especially when paired with a simple or girly outfit.
I love your petit marc jacob bag. C’est genial!
i can sooo understand your frustration! there is nothing worse then having to go out and having nothing to wear or nothing you want to wear in most cases. the end outfit looked great!
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