London Calling

The "Kate Effect" makes it way across the pond with a capsule collection now available at Banana Republic. Check out how I styled the perfect pre-fall dress. 

 

This very versatile red dress I am wearing is part of the Pre-Fall Limited Edition Banana Republic Issa London capsule collection debuting in stores and online on Aug 9th.  Dubbed as the "Kate Effect" we can't get enough of Kate Middleton's style, and now thanks to a partnership with Banana Republic we no longer need to cross the pond to get it. 

Featured Items: Issa London Wrap Dress: c/o Banana Republic | Pearls: Charm Diamonds | Shoes: Marc Fisher | Clutch: Victoria Secret | 

This is the first time that Issa has collaborated with a global retailer, but after making global headlines when Kate Middleton wore her (now famous) silk blue wrap dress to announce her engagement to Prince William, I'm sure it won't her last. 

With the announcement of Prince George's arrival I can't help but want to channel my inner Duchess of Cambridge into my style. I recently wore this red dress to a summer wedding that was being held at the Lord Nelson Hotel, and of course I had to pair it with pearls and a sock bun (it was an evening wedding, and so I felt like I needed to dress it up slightly). But you could easily pair this dress with some fun costume jewelry and flats to make it the perfect day dress at the office. 

With over 40 pieces, The Banana Republic Issa London collection is inspired by the Duchess and is suggested that Kate could easily wear any of these pieces. Classic and elegant (yet practical) this collection marries convertible style with Issa's feminine shapes and signature prints that will take you from day to night. You can expect to see romantic colors with elegant draping, figure flattering silhouettes (hence the wrap on the dress), signature prints while ultimately creating a style that easily transforms from summer to fall. 

Will you be channeling your inner princess blog reader?

Happy Friday!! 

Sincerely,

Short Presents

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