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white midi dress.

How to style a white midi dress | A.Viza Style | white midi ann taylor dress - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
dressann taylor (on sale!!)| bagc/o banana republic (extra 50% off!)| 
heels: joiesunglasses: rayban |

It’s hard to believe how quickly the summer is going by and the Fourth is less than a week away!
I have been wearing white excessively these days and have been all about adding any/all white clothing items to my collection.

I stumbled upon this dress while scouring the Ann Taylor site from an email alert I received.
The “EXTRA 50% off sale” first drew me in and then I found this in the sale section and realized that is would ring in at under $50.
Obviously, I needed it.
How to style a white midi dress | A.Viza Style | white midi ann taylor dress - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
How to style a white midi dress | A.Viza Style | white midi ann taylor dress - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
The length of this dress is a little different for me.  
Since I border petite/normal height (I’m 5’4”) I normally tend to stay away from a 
looser fit midi style dress.
It’s easy for the dress to look overwhelming on my frame and make me look a little stumpy. 
Not ideal.
This dress hits a little lower than the normal hem I go for but I feel that it works 
well with the wedges.
Now for the perfect bag to make the outfit complete.

PLUS did you catch the back of the dress??  
It is complete eyelet and for me (I am OBSESSED with an interesting back on any article of clothing) I just knew it would be perfect in my closet.
How to style a white midi dress | A.Viza Style | white midi ann taylor dress - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
How to style a white midi dress | A.Viza Style | white midi ann taylor dress - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
This bag from Banana Republic I have been eyeing for a looong time.
The ring obviously resembles a certain famous bag that has been all over blogs for a 
bit so this is a great alternative.

The real suede exterior in the great tan color really goes with anything.  Also, not sure if you can see it, but there are two pockets so it is really roomy. Great for carrying all one thousand little knickknacks I have to have with me at all times.

Depending on what your Fourth plans are this is a great outfit idea for a barbecue or dinner plans before fireworks.  I still don’t have any solid plans on how I will be celebrating but may have to break this number out again next week to watch the fireworks.

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cropped lace.

How to style a lace crop top | A.Viza Style | intermix lace crop top - forever21 black shorts - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
topintermix | shorts: forever21 (old. last worn here) | heels: joie |

It is so crazy to think that  went to Miami over a two months ago for a friends Bachelorette party WHICH is why this outfit is the perfect throwback Thursday outfit to share.
I'm Cuban (as mentioned here) and have always had family in the area but I had never been to South Beach in particular on a non-family visit.
It was quite a nonstop weekend which can be a little stressful but it was wonderful to meet new girls, be in a beautiful place, and celebrate a friend that has found love.
How to style a lace crop top | A.Viza Style | intermix lace crop top - forever21 black shorts - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
How to style a lace crop top | A.Viza Style | intermix lace crop top - forever21 black shorts - joie wedge lena heels. dc blogger
This was the outfit I wore in our first night out where we went to a casual dinner and then let the beach winds takes us wherever.
This lace crop top from Intermix may be one of my best purchases I have made in awhile.
I scored this beauty during an Intermix sale I spotted through my inbox and
just decided to pop by the site.
This beauty was originally priced well over $200 and was marked down significantly on top of an extra 40% off, so I ended up purchasing the top for under $60 - that is a real deal.
The fabric and fit were perfect and I couldn’t have made a better blind purchase.
I love so many things about this top but the bell sleeves really top the list.
How to style a lace crop top | A.Viza Style | intermix lace crop top - forever21 black shorts - joie wedge lena heels
A SHOPPING TIP: even though you may receive a TON of shopping emails regarding every single store you shop at, I do recommend taking a look at them (when you have extra money to spend!) because you never know which store will have 1. A great sale 2. May have that item you have been searching for/may have an item that could surprise you at a great price.
How to style a lace crop top | A.Viza Style | intermix lace crop top - forever21 black shorts - joie wedge lena heels
Again, these Joie wedge espadrilles make an appearance - they are so comfortable and were perfect to walk around the international city and dance the night away.
Little fact that may make them a little bit more comfortable - they are 5 inch heels and I didn’t want the jute yarn (what all espadrilles are made from) to irritate the ball of my foot, so I purchased a clear Dr.Scholl insert to cushion and soften the shoe.

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palm winery.

what to wear to a winery. | A.Viza Style | loft skirt. - palm print romper - Stone Tower Winery Leesburg, VA
| romper as a top: h&m (worn here & here) | 
| skirt: loft (also worn here) | sandals: joie |

A few weeks ago hopped on a party bus from Arlington and headed out to 
Stone Tower Winery in Leesburg, Virginia for my roommate/besties birthday.
We had a great day at Stone Tower - the views are amazing, 
the wine was excellent, and the company was perfection.
what to wear to a winery. | A.Viza Style | loft skirt. - palm print romper - Stone Tower Winery Leesburg, VA
what to wear to a winery. | A.Viza Style | loft skirt. - palm print romper - Stone Tower Winery Leesburg, VA
I had never been to Stone Tower before so I was super excited to capture all the fun, the beauty of the scenery (I had only heard amazing things about the winery), and of course my outfit. 
Unfortunately for me, I forgot to put my SD card back into my camera so I was only able to snag pictures with my phone. 
Womp womp. 
what to wear to a winery. | A.Viza Style | loft skirt. - palm print romper - Stone Tower Winery Leesburg, VA
I didn’t take as many scenery pictures as I had wanted and the quality wasn’t up to what I really wanted them so stay tuned for another post from this fabulous winery with more pictures of the decor and views.
what to wear to a winery. | A.Viza Style | loft skirt. - palm print romper - Stone Tower Winery Leesburg, VA
This romper is a favorite of mine. I don’t wear it often because it is so memorable and I don't want people to think I live in it...well even if they did I don’t think I would mind too much.
Knowing I would be outside all day in June I knew pants were not an option.  
You also never know when a strong breeze (and it was quite breezy!) 
will swoop in and give people a bit of a show.

So I came up with pairing my romper with an eyelet skirt to avoid any wardrobe malfunctions.
It ended up being the perfect combo and really foresee myself 
re-wearing this outfit a few times this summer.

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jean skirt convert.

how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
top: j.crew |  skirt: abercrombie (under $15!!) | sandals: j.crew
sunglasses: rayban | belt: urban outfitters (under $30!)|

To make Flashback Friday extremely appropriate why not to talk about the trend I thought I would ever wear again : the denim skirt.
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
I remember a moment in college where I was purging my closet from my old high school duds.
In that closet, I had a few too many denim skirts most of which were of questionable length.
I had been noticing more and denim skirts around last spring popping up on a few bloggers I follow.  I thought the idea of the denim skirt being a “thing” again was cute but just not for me.
I noticed most of these skirts were a little bit longer and a heavy longer fabric (midi skirts here’s looking at you!) on my smaller frame I just didn’t see in my cards.
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
More recently, I felt the itch to really try the trend for myself.
I stumbled into my local Abercrombie & Fitch store to have a look around.
I mean, my previous collection of micro denim skirts were from this Americana brand.
I happily discovered this lovely skirt in the sale section (yay!) for wait for it……… $15.
Yup, you read that right.
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
The overpriced Abercrombie that my parents loathed of yesteryear was not found on my trip.
Once I realized the price I quickly scanned the rack to find a size that 
A. would be form fitting but loose enough to actually breathe in and 
B. was an appropriate length for an almost 30 year old to wear.
I will say, I am very pleased with my purchase and envision this skirt getting a lot more wear than I had originally planned.
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
Funny story about these photos: these were snapped after brunch and after I 
splashed some oily huevos rancheros juice on my shirt.  Now on to the dry cleaners to rescue it.
Happy Friday :)

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The Front Row Recap + Double Breasted Blazer.

how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
how to style a double breasted blazer | A.Viza Style | double breasted blazer - loft white high waist skinny jeans - rayban round sunglasses
| blazer: c/o banana republic | top: abercrombie | pants: loft (under $50!)| heels: j.crew |

Busy doesn't begin to explain how jammed my weekends have been recently.
From blogging events, to work functions, and pre-planned activities I have been keeping very busy.
Thankfully with blogging it doesn't ever really feel like working it just feels like I get to attend fun events and meet new interesting people
.
A few weekends ago, I attended a fun event in Bethesda called The Front Row (as seen here).
The event was great!  Some great drinks, some yummy samples of local Bethesda Row restaurants (Luke’s Lobster!), and obviously some great clothes.
I invited my friend Deanna along to experience it all with me.

It was a little muggy out but that didn’t stop us from enjoying the fashion show and exploring the shops afterwards.
The fashion show was hosted by DC Newsbash anchors Laura Evans, Autria Godfrey, Angie Goff, Alexandra Limon, Jummy Olabanji, Lauryn Ricketts, Andrea Roane and Shawn Yancy that supported a great cause, the Capital Breast Cancer Center.
The best thing (or possibly the worst thing because I wanted so many items! ) was that all the pieces in the show were available immediately in the various shops.
I discovered a few new lines (Solid + Striped) and brands (Kit + Ace | Sugarfina).


There were a few things that I really wish I could have walked about with (this jumpsuit is amazing; this vest is something I NEED in my closet ASAP).
Like I mentioned, after the show we wandered around the stores.
There were bites & beverages in most of the stores and a fun little bingo game to get us exploring.
The shop I fell most in love with was Sugarfina.
I have began to grow a sweet tooth and this place totally quenches my candy desires.


The store is so beautiful and all the candy is almost too pretty to eat.
It was my roommate's birthday in a few days so I had to snag her some goodies - I mean how can someone walk away without anything?!
I ended up wearing this awesome double breasted blazer from Banana Republic.
Everything about the blazer I am obsessed with - the color, the fit, the fabric.
It may be a little warm to wear this blazer on a nonstop blazer at the moment but I am counting down the days until cooler weather when I can basically live in this blazer.

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Summerfest DC 2016

what to wear to a beer festival. summerfest dc | A.Viza Style | loft midi dress - rayban round sunglasses. joie sandals
dress: loft (old. worn here and here)| sandals: joie

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what to wear to a beer festival. summerfest dc | A.Viza Style | loft midi dress - rayban round sunglasses. joie sandals
what to wear to a beer festival. summerfest dc | A.Viza Style | loft midi dress - rayban round sunglasses. joie sandals
The last weekend was a little hectic for me.
From blogging to personal events, I can happily say I am excited to have a more relaxing weekend ahead of me.
Last Saturday, I went to Summerfest DC with a few of my friends.

Summerfest DC is a beer festival held yearly at The Fairgrounds next to Nationals Stadium in the Navy Yard. They have over 100 beer selections, cider and wine that you get to choose from within you 3 hour session.
I’ve been before (seen here) a few years ago and was excited when I was able to attend again.
My friends and I always opt for the VIP tickets because it really makes the whole experience worth it.
Perks of VIP:
30 minute early entrance
Separate VIP section so you don't feel as crowded
Separate bathrooms (i.e. shorter lines!)
 Separate VIP tasting section (i.e. shorter lines!)
 A cool Summerfest glass (which means larger tasting pours)
AND a lanyard that holds your glass (perfect for a summer beach trip. Look Ma – no hands!)

The weather (sorry I keep mentioning the weather!) was overcast initially but the clouds broke halfway through our session and goodness gracious was it hot.

I luckily opted for this knit midi dress that I have had for a while but rarely wear.  I always get a little nervous wearing it since the length of the dress can sometimes be a little overwhelming for my 5’4” frame and no heels.  It ended up being the perfect choice between the scorching sun, there was a breeze and with the heavier knit fabric and length, I never had to worry about a dress mishap.

Though I am complaining about the weather here, we did end up finding a picnic table off in the shade next to the band.
We enjoyed the rest of our time listening to live music while being a little more comfortable
in the shade away from the sun.

Do you all attend beer festivals in your town?
Do you recommend any in the DC/Baltimore area?

See more pictures of Summerfest DC below