Dress: The Issa Collection for Banana Republic | Shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors "Flex" | Earrings: Argento Vivo | Bracelet: c/o Ruth Barzel Jewelery Design
I'm not a fan of designer collaborations. I don't understand clamoring for a cheaper version of a designer piece. I don't want a glued-together pleather bag or ill-fitting polyester blouse no matter what name is on the label. However, once the Issa Collection came out for Banana Republic I was intrigued. Banana Republic already has good quality and fits me relatively well, and the pieces in the collection were things I would buy no matter the designer. I liked the kimono dresses, and felt this print was one I would wear now and five years from now, in spring and in winter. For those considering this dress, I chose a 14, and yes, they do run short (it's veering on not work appropriate and I am 5'3"). However it's made extremely well, a heavy matte jersey that feels good and is a style that I think would work if I gained or lost weight. And you know me, I waited until it was on sale, Banana Republic was having a big sale, and I had reward dollars!
And how great is this bracelet? Wearing gold jewelery? No problem! Silver? No problem! Everything goes with this piece from Ruth Barzel, and I love that it's rock and roll while still being elegant. I've been wearing this bracelet a ton lately (check my Instagram for proof), I like it mixed with other bracelets, but with such a bold dress, I felt it looked best all by itself.
