What is She Wearing? Kate Middleton Recycles for Zara Phillips' Wedding

If yesterday I thought that Kate wearing her green Diane von Furstenberg dress was too soon, today I think her recycling is just perfect.

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If I'm not mistaken the neutral gold brocade coat that the Duchess of Cambridge sported to Zara Phillips' wedding hasn't been seen since the wedding of Laura Parker-Bowles in 2006. Can't be sure if Kate is wearing the same lace dress underneath.

Kate also made the recycling work by adding a dramatic new fascinator and some new accessories that we've seen before--namely her L.K. Bennett Sledge2 pumps and Natalie clutch.

What do you think of Kate's wedding look?

Zara Phillips' Wedding Dress and Tiara

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Zara Phillips looks like one of those laidback, happy brides that make weddings a delight. Her dress, designed by Stewart Parvin, was simple and unpretentious just like she is.

I love that Zara added just enough drama with a long veil

and the bling from her tiara and earrings.

The tiara worn by Zara belongs to her mother, the Princess Royal, and is called the Meander Tiara. Originally gifted to then-Princess Elizabeth by her mother-in-law the tiara was apparently never worn in public by the Queen and was passed on to her daughter instead. Loving this design!

What did you think of Zara's wedding day look?

What Is She Wearing? Kate Middleton at Zara Phillip's Pre-Wedding Party

William and Kate seen boarding the Britannia for Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall's pre-wedding party. The Duchess of Cambridge was wearing the same green Diane von Furstenberg dress that Kate wore in L.A. (she's wearing different shoes today).

The dress is pretty, but I was kind of looking forward to a new piece. I guess this is one way not to overshadow the bride-to-be.

What do you think about Kate's green dress?

Too soon to re-wear?

Pretty Little Liars 'Surface Tension' Fashion Recap

Spencer Wears a Plaid Jacket (the "Knitted Dove") and
Sweater from ModCloth, Skirt by J. Crew

I apologize for being MIA lately, just with the move and summer and all, life has been a pretty much non-stop whirlwind. A good one, but...you know how it goes. I do miss you guys and I'm looking forward to getting caught up on all your blogs very soon! As for Pretty Little Liars, I'm not even going to pretend I know what's going on. What was with Spencer's dad? And Mike? And Jenna with the cop? I do like that the parents seem to be catching on a bit.

The black dress Aria wore to the dinner party--the one with

the interesting twisted V-neckline--is the Bailey 44 Veronica,

available at Zappos for $165.00.

Aria's black platform heels with lace and bow are

the Chinese Laundry Hotline Peep-Toe Pumps ($69)

Emily's grey tank is the Title Unknown Navajo Racerback Tank,

which she wore with a Gap denim jacket, BDG jeans and Converse.

The pink lace tank is by Truly Madly Deeply.

Hanna's floaty chiffon top is by Clover Canyon ($132).

Hanna's jeans are also BDG and shoes are by Chinese Laundry.

Spencer's red and navy striped dress is the

Knit Striped Crew Neck Sweater Dress

from American Apparel ($65).

Hanna's dotted floral silk blazer is by Line + Dot.

 What did you think of the episode? 

What is She Wearing? Kate Middleton at the Opening of Buckingham Palace Exhibit

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I think my tweet earlier was correct and that Kate's nude coloured dress is indeed by Joseph. It looked so similar in fabric and colour to the one she wore in PEI that I figured it must be. Still, I've been stumped on coming up with an actual photo of it.

All About Kate has put forth two Joseph options that, together, pretty much make up Kate's dress today. A dress that I can't say I was a huge fan of, mostly because of the colour:

The Joseph 3/4 length dress is pretty much the same cut, except that Kate's dress features a deeper V neckline with more drape and the fabric (and colour) is obviously different.

The Joseph Athena crepe dress, on the other hand,

delivers where fabric and colour is concerned.

Kate also wore her Jimmy Choo Lovely pumps and that

diamond circular necklace, which I don't think anyone has ID'd yet.

What did you think about Kate's dress today

when touring Buckingham Palace with the Queen?

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Pretty Little Liars 'Never Letting Go' Fashion Recap

With the fashion show this episode there were quite a few looks. Here is a few I've managed to break down for now:

Bird by Juicy Couture Sayuri Crepe Kimono

Patterson J. Kincaid Marie Tank

BCBGeneration Striped High-Waisted Linen Shorts

Seychelles Arden Espadrille Sandal

Emily's purple wrap dress, piped in white, is

the Haydee by Diane von Furstenberg. Also love

her turquoise necklace -- yet to be ID'd.

Hanna's tie dye chiffon top by Haute Hippie

(it's on sale!)

Hanna's open-toed brown espadrille wedges are

the Chesto by Jessica Simpson.

Aria's white dress is the Yonni Burnout Wrap Jersey

Maxi Dress from Diane von Furstenberg, her striped

floppy hat is by Juicy Couture.

Hanna wears a strapless black Alexander McQueen

minidress with a pintucked pick-up skirt.

For the fashion show finale Spencer wore an Anthony Franco Fall 2011 gown that feautred a plunging neckline, beading and a feathered skirt. Quite a dramatic look for our Spencer.

Love the colour of Emily's royal blue

 Catherine Malandarino Draped Maxidress.

Not a big fan of Aria's purple strapless dress by Alexander McQueen.

The McQueen Side Peplum Dress is seen here in black.

Aria's necklace is by Gemma Redux and her shoes are

Pour La Victoire's Irina Pumps.

Dylan Lauren and Anja Rubik Get Married -- Not to Each Other!

Dylan Lauren was photographed for Vogue wearing the off-the-shoulder wedding gown designed by her father Ralph. All I have to say is that Dylan looks fab and I would totally sign on the dotted line to look like her at 37. Can't wait to see Lauren Bush's dress when she marries Dylan's brother later this summer.

The very in-demand Anja Rubik wed fellow model Sasha Knezevic on Majorca. Rubik wore a custom Pucci gown by Peter Dundas, which featured something called a "mullet-hem" (I doubt that can ever be good) and a lacy piece on top to cover her shoulders. It's different, but I can't say I'm loving this look. You? [via]

Beautiful Light Fixtures

I'm still on the hunt for lighting for pretty much my whole home, so my eye is constantly pulled to what other people choose in homes and photos. Check out these two light fixtures from a San Francisco showhome featured in Traditional Home.

I love this blue Venetian glass number in the beachy living room (and that blue chair too!)

Not to mention this candle chandelier in the dining room. While white chairs like that would scare me to death I do like the whole look. And I really like the Scottish Oak Barley twist chairs. I saw a similar one recently at a thrift store, but I had no idea what I would do with just one so I sadly left it behind.

How's your week going?