Frosty Silhouettes

Tobi X Melony Melrose—Part II

You know how sometimes you slip on a dress and suddenly feel like the baddest gal on the planet? That's how I feel in this dress.

This style post is the second of three collaborations I'm doing with online retailer Tobi. If you missed the first one, check it out here.

This LBD is from the brand's winter dress collection, and is an ideal choice for holiday parties and other black-tie occasions. But it could also be the perfect dress for wedding guests looking to be elegant and sexy while maintaining a simple profile as to not outshine the bride. It comes in three other colors, including blush, cream and orchid—perfect colors for the other seasons.

It has a sophisticated silhouette, but the leg slit and exposed back give it a sexy flair, and the bow on the hip helps accentuate your shape.

I paired it with some black leather pumps to embolden the look, though it also could go with flats. I was experimenting with camel-colored heels or white lace-up flats, but keeping the shoes black and solidifying a monotone look kept it simple and timeless. I added an elegant gold chain and the look was complete.

Outfit Destinations:

Gala

Black-tie event

Valentine's Day date

Dress: Tobi | Heels: Steve Madden

{ Photography: Natalie Craig }

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An LBD for the office

The nice thing about a little black dress is that you only need one. That’s the whole point. You’ve got one simple dress and by pairing it with different shoes and accessories, you’re able to create an entirely new look.

This LBD is a great option for the office since most of us go to work every day of the week. But be weary, knowing how to change it up every time you wear it is the difference between being a savvy fashionista and an outfit repeater.

This dress, made by Zara, is tailored perfectly for the office. Resting above the knees, it’s conservative enough while still letting you show off those legs you’ve been working so hard on. And the bust tailoring gives it a formal edge that we often look for in work attire.

It’s much more appropriate for the office than this LBD, so be careful when choosing an office dress and make sure it’s right for the occasion.

But enough about the dress. The real heroes in this outfit are the shoes. Block heels made a comeback last fall and it doesn’t look like it’s slowing down anytime soon. I like the retro style because they’re mod, different and easy to walk in. I’ve worn these shoes on a night out and was able to dance with my friends, run from the creeps and not have to sit down every five minutes. These are shoes worth buying.

Outfit Destinations:

Office

Gala

Networking event

Dress: Zara | Heels: Chie Mahara | 

{ Photography: Natalie Craig }

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Mirina Collections x Melony Melrose

Statement jewelry is fun, flashy and bold, and a style I'm getting into. This striking necklace was gifted to me by Mirina Collections, a Florida-based jewelry company that specializes in statement necklaces and other on-trend pieces.

Because this necklace is so dramatic, I paired it with an LBD, kept it simple and in line with my personal aesthetic.

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Dress: Juicy Couture | Shawl: Zara | Booties: Steve Madden | Necklace: Mirina Collections

{ Photography: Natalie Craig }