"I might as well be reaching for the moon."
This dress makes me think of Audrey Hepburn for some reason. I have a feeling that she would wear it given the opportunity. Maybe I'm just looking for things to associate this dress with Audrey, but it brings to mind Audrey's lace dress that she wore when she won an Academy Award, although this one is black instead of white. It could also be that it reminds me of her because I feel like it is one of the more elegant dresses I own, and what was Audrey if not the epitome of elegance.
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The earrings I'm wearing in these photos are also Audrey-esque. I had been looking for earring like these for years after seeing similar ones on Audrey in a photo shoot (see below), and for my birthday last year my mother surprised me with these perfect ones!! Thanks Mum!
I was a bit hesitant adding the photo of Audrey, because who wants to be compared to her?
Her beauty is not rivalled by anyone, but I do feel like these photos of me carry some of her grace in them. I definitely did try to channel my inner Audrey and embrace her poise.
Audrey Hepburn is one of my all time style icons (not to mention idols). She embodied a grace that was unique. Are any of you Audrey fans? Or is there another classical Hollywood cinema star that you look up to? Audrey has been the one for me since I first saw her in Sabrina. I'd love to hear about your icons in the comments.
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Holy smokes, Mona!! You are so unbelievably pretty, and you totally remind me of Audrey! I love everything about this look...the dress, the earrings, your hair, lipstick..it's perfection! I would have to agree with you too...I have always admired Audrey and her style, although I have no idea how to emulate her style as well as you do!
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Oh gosh Lindsey! You're making me blush big time! Geez, thanks! And wow, talk about the best compliment ever!
DeleteThanks, the dress really is a pretty one. And the earrings are just pure love - I looove these earrings so much! My mum is the best! haha
Actually there's one curl that's sticking out in an awkward way, but I suppose that's just me being overly critical.
She was such an elegant lady. Inside and out.
Oh gosh, thanks! I think the luck be a lady dress in a solid colour is a really good "Audrey dress", the black one being absolutely perfect!
Thanks so much for your comment, I'm still blushing.
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You definitely remind me of miss Audrey here Mona, such a natural beauty! That dress is just perfect on you and I absolutely adore your hair and makeup with it <3
ReplyDeleteOh gosh! Thank you so much darling Andini!
DeleteThe dress is perfect, so I can't take the credit, haha! Thanks so much! I actually wished I'd put on eyeliner and mascara for these photos, but next time!
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That dress has such a beautiful neckline! And you're quite right, there is something very Audrey-like in it.
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Gorgeous neckline, I agree! Oh thank you!
DeleteI'll check him out! :D I'm sure he's got a very cool style.
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Wow! This dress is stunning and so classy. You are looking so mature and chic. Really love you in this outfit :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much darling. I agree the dress is so beautiful. Aww, thank you so much. You are very kind! <3
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Okay, SERIOUSLY??? MONA! I think my jaw dropped. You look stunning - so stunning! Every picture made me think "oh that's my fav...NO THAT ONE IS...NOOOO THIS ONE IS MY FAV!" Haha this dress is beautiful on you! It looks so elegant and simple here and I can see you jazzing it up as well with a color belt or chunky necklace. It's so versatile!
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DeleteHahaha, your comment brightened my day, and I'm furiously blushing :3
It is very versatile, that's what I love about black, you can always dress it up if you need to.
Thank you so much for commenting darling <3
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Your look stunning Mona! This dress is so pretty, and I love your earrings too :D I can totally see the Audrey inspiration in these photos, you look just as elegant as her. She was (and still is!) a wonderful style icon indeed. I don't have an icon in that sense of the world though, I look more at decades and particular fashions to get inspired. But Audrey was one of the best dressed women of her time so that counts as an inspiration I guess!
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Thank you so much Julia!
DeleteThe earrings are my favourites. I just love them.
Oh you are just too sweet, thank you so very much. What a compliment <3
She really is. I don't know why but something always draws me to her. She's got that thing, that je ne sais quoi. I agree, looking at decades is a lot of fun too. I feel like the 50's and 60's in general are when I liked fashion the best. So Audrey is a good icon!
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You look absolutely gorgeous Mona and you definitely succeeded in channeling Audrey's grace and elegance! The dress is so so beautiful and the earrings go so perfectly! x
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Thank you so much beautiful Elizabeth! <3 Oh that make me so happy to hear.
DeleteI really like the combo of the dress and earrings too.
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This dress is so pretty and you look gorgeous in it! It's definitely one of those classic pieces to have in your wardrobe. I can see the Audrey inspiration here too!
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Thank you so much Jamie!! <3 The dress caught my eyes in an instant. I agree, very good piece to have. Aww, thanks so very much!
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I love all of the old movie stars, but I love Grace Kelly the most. She's something of a goddess to me, haha. I think you carry her grace in those photos! That dress is awesome too! XO
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Grace Kelly is brilliant!! She was one graceful lady. Her name is perfect, she really is grace personified. Thank you so very much Lauren-Blair, you are so sweet <3
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Oh Mona you beauty! I really admire Audrey Hepburn, her elegance, beauty and kindness makes her one of my favourite icons and like I said on Instagram you look right at home in old school hollywood - I can see you having tea with Audrey! - My mind always goes to tea and cakes!
ReplyDeleteI really need to have another look at Chichi as this dress is so stunning!!
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Aww thank you so very much Emma you wonderful sweetie. Yeah I agree with everything you said about Audrey. Thank you, I would have loved to have tea with you and her. I love your mind that always goes to tea and cakes ;D
DeleteChichi has some amazingly elegant dresses, some can be a bit over the top for me personally, but then some are stunning.
Thank you, hope you had a fantastic weekend too, and hope this week is starting off well :)
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Honestly, you always embody elegance. I think in a lot of ways, you're a lot like Audrey Hepburn--you're gracious, kind, and strong, beautiful inside and out.
ReplyDeleteI love these pictures--that dress looks like it was made for you, and I love your hair like that! (Okay, I love your hair no matter what you do with it.)
I like Audrey quite a lot, but that's nothing compared to my best friend! He's seen every movie with her in it!
Really? You think so? Well thank you so very much, that's very very sweet and kind of you. I'm blushing.
DeleteOh thanks, they were particularly fun to photograph :D Hahaha, thank you, my hair thanks you as well.
Aww that's so sweet that he loves her so much.
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Wow this is the most gorgeous dress ever. It is so classy and beautiful. Totally my style. Chi Chi dresses are amazing. I would definitely like to add a few more to my collection.
ReplyDeleteOh thank you Imogen darling. They really are amazing, and such good prices too :) I got this one on one of their sales, very good price indeed, definitely worth it.
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Such a gorgeous dress, I love your vintage look! You remind me of a Jane Austen character with your beautiful hair and face :D such a beautiful classic look! Are you going to a ball? xx
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Thank you so much Elizabeth <3
DeleteOh I would love to be a Jane Austen character!! I'm attending a ball in my bedroom hahaha! That's the life of an introvert haha
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You look stunning and timeless in this dress. Very Audrey-esque! I love the cut and lace :]
ReplyDeleteOh you are very sweet! Thank you so much!!
DeleteI love the lace too, I completely fell for it!
Thanks!
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