OOTD : White Linen Night

 

    Outfit Details // White Linen Top, Banana Republic | Jeans, LOFT - sale! | Necklace, c/o RocksBox | Bracelets + Rings - Dillard's, TrendzNOLA, Porter Lyons, Forever21 | Shoes, Converse | Clutch, Fossil //

 White Linen Night is one of my favorite annual events here in New Orleans. (Even though I dress in the opposite of my usual uniform- all black) On the first Saturday of August, four blocks of Julia St. are closed off for a three hour, New Orleans style block party. All the art galleries and shops in that area open their doors to the public and there are smaller events, live music, and amazing local food. 

For a full list of the galleries, visit the Art District's Website. 

It's such a fun and unique experience and a MUST if you live in the area or just happen to be passing through. Just don't forget to wear something white! 

Due to the terrible heat that has been terrorizing nola lately, I kept my outfit pretty simple. This linen top from banana is surprisingly light and breathable, two key elements when dressing for [pretty much any] outside event this time of year. I also accessorized with some dainty gold jewelry, specifically my new favorite necklace from RocksBox. In case you're unfamiliar with the brand, Rocksbox is a monthly subscription jewelery company that includes brands such as Kendra Scott, Loren Hope, and House of Harlow 1960. I haven't stopped wearing this necklace since it came in the mail and you can wear it lots of different ways.

 *Use the code 'theelegantbloggerxo', you can try it for month free!

This post was sponsored by RocksBox, all opinions are my own.

White Linen Night + Porter Lyons

        Hello dears! I wanted to share with you this fabulous line of jewelry I discovered during 
   White Linen Night in New Orleans; Porter Lyons. 

        While heading over to the launch party for KREWE du Optic Sunglasses (see the post, 
   here), I walked into the Haute Women's Boutique on Magazine St. (to escape the heat) and I 
   saw all these beautiful pieces laid out on a table. I was in love. 

                              { Above, me with the lovely designer; Ashley Porter }

 

       Outfit Details // Dress, Marshall's | Heels, (not pictured) Prabal Gurung for Target | Bag, Mulberry
     for Target //

                                                   Are you in love yet? 
         Each piece is a work of art and I have to say, I'm completely obsessed with the gold chain-
        link bracelets and necklaces. Picking a favorite would be near impossible, however, I think 
        the Snake Bracelet would take the cake.  Simple, classy, elegant, and would look
        beautiful with jeans and a b&w striped tee or against a luxurious burgundy sweater. ( I 
        can't wait for Fall/Autumn weather, ok?)   

           The pieces you see above are from the Backbone and the Hatch Collections 
        (here and here) as well as VooDoo and Agate. 

              You can learn more about the start and the goal of Ashley's designs on the Porter     
        Lyons Website and stay up to date with the latest news from her up-coming collections
        by following along on Facebook and Instagram! Her designs are also available at various
        retailers in Louisiana and California! (See the list, here)  

                             Thanks so much for reading! Have a great weekend! 


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KREWE du Optic Launch Party

             Last Saturday I attended the launch party for the latest eye-wear line to hit New Orleans,
                                                            
                                                           KREWE du Optic ! 


 

          KREWE is an artist owned, boutique eyewear company based in New Orleans. I love 
   how each pair has a New Orleans themed name, like ' The Fly' (my personal favorite), and 
   'The Toulouse' along with many others that perfectly capture the creative style of the people 
   who live here.  
   
       '' Behind each pair of KREWE du Optic frames is the 
     unique character and style of our creative partner 
     expressed through color, pattern, curve, and line.''

     The launch party for this fabulous line of sunnies took pace at Dirty Coast right in the 
   middle of White Linen Night, which I attended for the first time, on Julia St. What could be
   more perfect than walking through some of NOLA's finest art galleries, listening to live local  
   music, and shopping for some new shades? Not much else, I think. 

         Obviously I'm in love with all of these sunnies. (I predict that they're going to be huge this
   Fall)   My personal fave from the line was the The Fly | Matte Tokyo Tortoise. 

                           You can shop online and view more styles here !