Ballet Style

It was so much fun dressing up as Black Swan for Halloween this weekend. And I realized the ballet aesthetic doesn't just appeal to me as a costume. In one way or another, I've always admired the look of dancers: their strength and grace, as well as their style. I love ballet flats, swishy skirts, off-the-shoulder tops and wrap sweaters. I like pale pinks, soft whites and pretty grays, and anything that shows off the collarbone or back. So gorgeous!

Photos from here and here. 

Happy Halloween!

It's Halloween weekend, and I'm quite excited about it. I love dressing up and going to costume parties. I have a rule about never repeating a Halloween costume, so it's fun to come up with something new each time around. This year, I'm channeling Natalie Portman in Black Swan. I have a leotard from a ballet class I took in college, and I actually wore white ballet slippers at my wedding; all I had to buy was a tutu, some feathery accessories and a lot of black eye makeup. Here's a preview of the look:

* Leotard

* Tights

* Tutu

* Ballet shoes

* Tiara

* Feather brooch

Are you dressing up for Halloween? Whatever your plans, I hope you have a fantastic weekend!