After Five
10 May
I’ve been looking for a slim-fitted military vest forevs and was so happy to find one…on sale none the less. Wore it to work today with a springy dress, and toned it down for dinner with a casual pair of cropped skinnies. Yay for affordable staples!
Next Thursday (5/19) I’ll be I’ll be co-hosting the After 5 event at Banana Republic with my gals Amber and Aimee (so excited!), and would love more than anything to see y’all there. :) Swing by the 256 Grant location near Union Square between 5 and 7pm and score 25% off purchases over $100.
Not only would it be amazing to catch up/meet up in one of the prettiest stores downtown, but they also have some stellar pieces right now (ransacked the store yesterday). Mark your calendars — hope you can make it! <3
*wearing Banana Republic chambray jacket, military vest and cropped jeans (c/o Banana Republic)

















I love this whole look :) These pictures are great! I especially like the last one. I would never of thought to add the jean layer on top of the military.
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LOVE the wedges! Where are they from?
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Laura Reply:
May 30th, 2011 at 3:58 pm
Thank you! They are Elie Tahari, from Bloomingdales I think. :)
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Just magic. The shoes kill me, but I’d be lying if I didn’t say the blue nails cinch the whole thing. Brilliant as usual, Laura!
xx
C
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This is the best look, i really like it!!! Keep up the good posts!!!
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loving the military vest paired with the jean blazer!
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I want a military vest as well!
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super loving this look!
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I love the military vest! I have been looking for once for ages as well..,. too bad we don’t have Banana Republic were I live enjy the after 5 event!
xo
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Loving that vest…I’m totally going to try to make it out to this! Is it at the Union Square BR?
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Laura Reply:
May 13th, 2011 at 1:37 pm
Yay! Would be so amazing if you could make it — would love to see ya there! Union Square location, yes. :)
Have an awesome weekend! xx
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I love this! So clean yet the little details make it totally you. Plus, amazing sunglasses + layering.
xx,
Helena
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Blue nail polish twins!! I’m obsessed :) And that is the most perfect sleeveless trench I’ve seen. Best of luck tonight! x
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Very stunning yet simple outfit, I love how it’s casual but at the same time so pulled-together and chic. You look gorgeous as per usual!
Alexandra xo
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I’m loving this vest, not only as a stand alone piece but layered under the chambray jacket. Wish I lived closer so I could attend the event you’re hosting at Banana!
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beautiful. and the view looks magnificent. combination is 2 safe play for me.
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I really love those pants. I want a pair of white pants that are super flattering, and these seem to be it. You look great in them!
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Laura Reply:
May 12th, 2011 at 9:17 am
Thanks!! Yeah this was the first time I had tried on BR jeans and I am definitely a fan. These are petites, bc I liked the cropped fit. Affordable too — I’d def recommend ‘em! :)
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What gorgeous style and photos! I live for street style, it’s so inspiring :)
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you are killing it with this outfit. amazing.
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You look stunning!
Love this outfit on you!
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So fun! I love that vest so cute! Wish I could come to the event next Thursday! Hope it is fabulous!
xo
Margot
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Love how you combined the white denim with blue denim – so chic – and ALL BR pieces at that. You styled them so well…! I hosted an After 5 event in NY recently and it was such a success :)
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Laura Reply:
May 12th, 2011 at 9:16 am
Thank you! And yay, awesome that you hosted the NY After 5 event! Glad to hear it was a success — cannot wait! <3
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Absolutely gorgeous, love those pants!
xo Cara
http://www.afashionloveaffair.com/
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Lovely outfit and great pictures. I just had a post (yesterday) about white jeans. Yours look terrific!
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Love this BR look you pulled together! Unfortunately I won’t be able to swing by the event but have fun!
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Great outfit! Love the colors!
xx Olga
La Petite Olga
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love the denim on top of the green vest!
xx
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You are not afraid to mix stripes with floral print. Posted your chictopian outfit on my blog!
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Laura Reply:
May 11th, 2011 at 11:39 am
Thanks so much, you are awesome!! Loving your blog and the adorable post about spring shorts — honored and excited to be included! xo
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Yay for getting your military vest!!! I think I’m starting to crush on one now…what a staple indeed!
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Gorgeous pictures! Last one is a vision, love the outfit and the color from your nails pops out beautifully!
Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries
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Nice photos and great outfit!
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xoxo
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If I’m in town, I must come see your lovely face! I’m coming to SF tomorrow. Will you be around? I’m loving how you styled some simple pieces from Banana. So chic and updated. Love it gf!
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Laura Reply:
May 11th, 2011 at 11:41 am
Yes!! Please please please do — would LOVE to see you. Miss you big time. I’ll be around tomorrow, what are your plans while you’re here?!
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The vest is lovely. I love that you paired it with denim!
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great look! i love the sunnies!
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great look laura! i love the layers on top, and the white jeans are perfect with them! your photos are so beautiful <3shelby
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love those shoes! and that military vest is spot on girl~
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fantastic pictures, simply stunning, loving the look
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That’s so pretty! Love these images! Gorgeous! Love the top! Well done dear!! XO Raspberry & Rouge
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Loe the Khaki vest ;)
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fabulous vest. Come to china. i wanna hired you as my personal stylist :)
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Laura Reply:
May 11th, 2011 at 11:42 am
haha, girlfriend you got yourself a deal! How fun would that be?! :)
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Love how you styled this outfit!! Awesome vest!!
xoxo
Sheryl
http://www.walkinwonderland.com
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LOVE!! I saw that vest and TOTALLy thought of you!! Can’t wait <3
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