Happy Friday, lovelies!
Today I am in… Lake Tahoe!!! It was been a long, long time since I’ve been anywhere and I’m so happy to finally be out of my apartment. Read on to see what I’ve been up to along with the details on this feminine white monochrome outfit!
Feminine White Monochrome Outfit for Fall & Life Lately
Outfit Details
H& M Dress (similar here) | Franco Sarto Boots c/o | Pearl Handbag | UNOde50 Necklace c/o | Alexandre de Paris Hair Bow c/o | Angara Ring | Halo Hair Extension (use LIZZIEINLACE10 for 10% off!)
Feminine White Monochrome Outfit for Fall
First things first, let’s chat about this outfit! When I saw this dress, I was smitten! The thing about shift dresses is that I usually have to go up a size to accommodate my hips. In this dress, I probably could have gotten my regular size and been fine. I do find it a bit overwhelming but it’s nothing a belt can’t fix 😉 Regardless, I loved the fabric and the fact that it’s made with recycled materials! I added a pair of white boots, a pearl handbag, blush pink bow and gold necklace to finish off the look and create a feminine white monochrome outfit!
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Life Lately
I feel like it’s been a while since I’ve done any life updates… aside from my Month in Review posts, of course! The current situation in California is… unchanged for the most part but getting better so that’s good. I’ve heard that a lot of other states have reopened and we never actually did so I’ve literally been confined to my apartment for the last seven months (aside from the weekend drives around town so I don’t go crazy!).
Back in March, we would take walks every evening but then as the flowers started to bloom, my allergies just went crazy. They were so bad that I had to stay indoors because I was getting really sick. Even when I went out on the balcony to water my plants or walked to my car, I had to wear a mask otherwise I would have been sick for the rest of the day. I developed allergies when I moved to my current city over a decade ago so I’m used to it and take medication everyday but this is the worst they’ve ever been and nothing worked aside from staying inside. Then, summer came and it was a million degrees outside. It’s gets up to 110+ so yeah… not a fun time haha! And then, I broke my toes and it took two and a half months to heal. I was finally able to actually hobble down our stairs after about 8 weeks or so. Because of this, I literally did not leave the apartment for two months… my husband had to do all the grocery shopping, errands, etc. Then, the whole state caught on fire and it was dangerous to even breath the air outside. Luckily, we didn’t have many fires actually near us BUT I live in a valley that traps air so not only do we have the worst air pollution in the country year round but this trapped a lot of the smoke from the hundreds of fires across the state. Just to give you an idea of how bad it was, we were told that being outside even just for 10 minutes was equivalent to smoking 20 packs of cigarettes. I remember that there was one day when the air quality was around 650-700…. the AQI only goes up to 500 so this is considered extremely hazardous. We went over 6 weeks without seeing a blue sky and every time I went outside, I coughed and choked. There is still lingering smoke but for the most part, it’s much, much better!
I hope you don’t think I’m being a negative Nancy or anything lol! Just putting into perspective how bad it was and why I was indoors for a great deal of the time. It was a lot to handle after a rough few months of grieving multiple deaths and even as a positive and happy person, I could feel myself slipping into a slight depression which is very uncharacteristic of me and, thankfully, something that I noticed right away.
This brings me to this trip because I know that traveling is a hot topic right now. While California is still in lockdown mode, some places are more open than others. I just happen to live in one of the more strict counties but we are traveling to one that is not nearly as strict. With that being said, we are taking precautions – bringing masks, planning open air outdoor activities and staying together in a more isolated part of the area. If it were not for my little brother, we would not be traveling at all. Recently, he made the decision to join the Navy (something I was not so keen on initially) and he ships out in a few months. He requested to visit Tahoe one more time before he left and well, it starts snowing in early November so our options were limited as this was a very last minute thing. I have seen him maybe once in the last seven months and we talked together about his decision with our masks on. It’s such a crazy world we live in.
Anyway, I am very excited to spend this time with my family (mom, brother, and hubby). After the year we’ve all had and being stuck inside for so long, I have never looked forward to something so much in my life! I have needed a break for such a long time. The last month has been completely overwhelming to the point where I was on the verge of tears from being so tired. This is just what I need 🙂 I’ll be back on Monday but until then, feel free to follow along on IG stories! Perhaps, I should also do a vlog for YouTube? Let me know!
OH! And speaking of trip, a location, timeframe and itinerary have been chosen and you guys are going to flip! I am so SO excited!! Once it’s finalized with the travel agency, then I will officially announce all the details. Stay tuned 😀
Also, if you missed yesterday’s YouTube video, feel free to watch below. In the spirit of halloween, I’m sharing my true ghost story about the time I stayed in a haunted AirBNB during NYFW! I’ve never shared this before 😀 Hope you enjoy!
I’m so glad you got to get out and about! Lake Tahoe sounds lovely. We are not in lockdown here in Las Vegas (and we have a higher case load to show for it), but my mom, husband Dan, and I pretty much behave as if we are. We only go to restaurants with socially distanced patio dining, groceries are ordered and picked up. Dan and I did spend a short time in Joanne’s earlier this week, and it was the first time I’ve been in a store since March. It was weird. I felt paranoid and elated all at the same time.
Lovely outfit, Lizzie!
Michelle
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Thanks so much Michelle! It was so nice to be out for a while!! I feel better already <3 Oh wow! I would do the same. Our restaurants are not open where I live but we did go out for the first time in a long, long time while we away. It was so lovely to feel "normal" lol 🙂 I know how you feel! We're pretty much doing the same thing.
I can understand how you feel, I think everyone would feel the same. Times seem to be quite depressing and with the best will in the world we can all feel down. I hope you can stay positive Lizzie, much appreciate your post. Jacqui x
Thank you so much Jacqui! You’re just the sweetest! I’m glad to feel understood and I know that I’m not alone in feeling this way. Things will get better <3
So happy that you are in Lake Tahoe! I love there. This dress is so pretty! I adore the hem. Thanks for the link up!
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Thank you so much Kathrine! I’m so happy too! It’s a much needed getaway!
Enjoy your time in Tahoe! I’ve found even traveling a few hours away from home is good for the soul. Hang in there!
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Your dress is stunning! I’ve always wanted to spend a long weekend in Lake Tahoe! Enjoy your trip and family time!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Thank you so much Jill!
I’m so glad you had a wonderful time! And I cannot wait to find out where we are going! Also your dress is gorgeous!
Jennifer
Curated By Jennifer
Thank you so much Jennifer!
What a cute dress and great monochrome outfit! 🙂
It’s nice you get to see your brother before he leaves. Hope the smoke haze clears for you soon too, it was bad for us with the bushfires at the start of the year and I’m hoping it doesn’t get that bad again – at least we have facemasks at the ready this time, sadly! 🙁
Thanks for the link up 🙂
Hope you are having a nice week 🙂
Away From Blue
Thanks so much Mica! I hope so too! It’s been better the last couple of days so that’s good news! Oh I know! You guys had it so bad too! Hoping it doesn’t get that bad this year <3 And yes, these face masks are coming in handy!
Thank you so much Mireille!
Your photos are always so gorgeous and never cease to amaze me! Hope you enjoy your time in Lake Tahoe. <3 It must be so nice to finally be out and about.
Miles of smiles,
Grace
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love your photos so much – so classy and romantic! Have fun in Lake Tahoe – be safe xx
I saw your stories the other day about quarantine day like 5000 and I was like huh?? You know you can go outside of the state girl. California is WAY TOO strict, but you can drive to Arizona, or fly virtually anywhere in the US. We can’t be confined forever, and 8 months is already way too long. Got to move on with our lives one way or another, and California is not the one. So many of my family and friends have left California for long periods of time because of it. It’s ridiculous, including the new holiday rules. Who actually follows those rules???? You can only see people from within 3 families, etc. I read all of that, rolled my eyes and moved on lol!!
I can see why you were in love with that dress! It’s absolutely stunning! And it is really neat it is made from recycled materials too! I hope you have a wonderful time in Tahoe!
Enjoy your time in Tahoe, Lizzie! How great to see your family after so long!
I hope you are having a great week!
Amber
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This lace dress and matching bag looks so stylish. Subtle beautiful look. Always looking like a queen
Thank you for sharing
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Of course you’re in love with this dress- who wouldn’t be!!! It’s sooo gorgeous- you look Amazing! Have fun in Tahoe xx
LOL Thank you so much Lucy!
This dress is so gorgeous!!
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Thank you so much Rach!
Such a beautiful dress and cute pearl bag! I don’t know how you’ve coped with the terrible air pollution, I would be climbing the walls! I hope you have a wonderful time with your family!
Emma xxx
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Thank you so much Emma! I just have to do it! lol I did thank you!
You looks so good with this pink outfit! Love your fashion sense!
Thanks for sharing 🌹
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Thank you so much Miki!
I’m glad that after all the time you’ve spent cooped up that you’ll be able to travel some and enjoy time with family. That will be really nice for you! Also, loving this monochromatic white look. Really luxurious and chic!
Thank you so much Stephanie! It was so nice to get out!
I love the dropped waist on this dress! So lovely on you.
Thank you so much Greta! I love it so much!
Such a pretty shift dress! Really hope the air situation in California gets better….can’t imagine dealing with those challenges daily. Stay safe, xoxo Sarah
Thank you so much Sarah! I hope so too!
You never fail to surprise us with your unique style. I love this look so much!
xoxo
Lovely
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Thank you so much Lovely!
Thanks so much Shelbee! I know what you mean! I love the look but it’s not always the most hip-friendly haha! It was such a nice time! No computer, no social media, nothing. Such a lovely break taking in nature and making memories with my family <3 I will tell him! AHHH! I'm so excited! Loved your ghost stories too! It's so fun to hear about other's experiences!
OMG I KNOW! We actually did have a cross country trip planned in July but we had to cancel, sadly 🙁 I just got back from Tahoe and I’m ready to leave again lol! That’s a good point and we’ve actually thought about leaving for a bit but it’s difficult because my husband is an essential worker and he is the only one that does his job so there’s no one to cover for him. Plus we’ve had so many family health crisis’ during this time. It’s been hard, for sure! And I absolutely agree! I never thought it would go on for this long and I’m just so ready for it to be over. For whatever reason, California seems to have it the worst in terms of reopening (or lack of). We have SO many rules and it’s just crazy. Like I get it, we don’t want to spread this but our cases have gone down SO much and we are still being given orders. We have a tiered system and they keep changing the rules so it’s impossible to move to the next tier (and they can retract it and put counties back in the lower tier). At this rate, I don’t see things changing any time soon. I used to really love California but a lot of things have come to light during this time… and not just the way this situation is being handled… but a lot of changes to the future that I’m not so keen on. Makes me so sad 🙁
Aw Thanks so much Tianna!
Thanks so much Grace!! I appreciate that <3 It was SO nice to feel like a normal person again lol!
I love how chic the white booties are! I’m having such a hard time finding a pair that I love!
Thank you so much Anna! You should give these ones a go!
How fun for you to get out and go to Lake Tahoe!! Especially with family like that!!
I just adore this outfit and I hope you have a wonderful time.
XOXO
Jodie
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Thank you so much Jodie! I had a great time!
I love the details on this dress. It’s a pretty one Lizzie.
Xx, Nailil
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Thank you so much Nailil!
This outfit is so cute! I absolutely love the design and the texture of it! Those boots are so perfect as well!
Kileen
cute & little
Thank you so much Kileen! I’m so glad that you like it!
Such a beautiful and feminine dress! Love how you styled it with that bag! So cute!
XX Angelica
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Thank you so much Angelica!
Thank you so much Amber! I did so much! I hope that you’re having a great week as well!
Thank you so much Melody! Thank you for reading!
I could not imagine living in California with all of the fires lately and my asthma – you must have been going stir crazy! I am happy you’re getting to escape for awhile and hope you enjoy your trip.
Yes! I have severe allergies and I actually think that I might have asthma too – yikes! I had sto stay indoors for weeks. Luckily, fire season is just about over and the skies are free of smoke where I live!!
The pearl handbag is my fave… so cute!
It’s one of mine too!
have fun in Tahoe! I totally relate to being stuck inside – it’s been tough xx