Taking this ladylike Rachel Roy dress for a KCFW spin.
For the final night of Kansas City Fashion Week, I was lucky to be dressed by the headlining designer, Rachel Roy. (Seriously, such a cool moment when her team reached out and offered me something to wear from her line!) I went with this super sophisticated halter dress, which was giving me fashion mag editor-in-chief vibes. It fit like a glove and didn’t need much accessorizing; however, it did need an unexpected shoe to make it fashion week-ready. Hi there, patent leather heeled combat boots!
Not only are these shoes serious statement-makers, but they’re quite sturdy and easier to wear than they look. I stomped around in ’em all night long (after party included!) and my feet were fine. I loved the edge they gave this dress!
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Kansas City Fashion Week: Saturday Night Finale Runway Shows.
After a quick sushi dinner (and lots of plum wine) at our fave spot, Nara, the girls and I headed to Union Station to close KCFW. First stop, the red carpet.
I really loved HER by Georgina Herrera. Her jewelry is absolutely stunning and she always sends some really amazing statement pieces down the runway.
Another favorite of mine was MASISA. The pieces were just beautiful, floaty, amazing bits of diaphanous goodness. I wanted everything! (To wear with my combat boots, of course.)
Next up was Maria Behnen, whose rainbow ruffled coat had the crowd oohing and ahhing. Maria’s attention to detail is always spot on; she’s so talented!
Rachel Roy closed the show with a beautiful + comprehensive collection. There was something for every woman, for every occasion. I was all about the grid print suit and that ruffled cheetah number.
And so went another amazing season! Thank you to the Kansas City Fashion Week team for including me as part of their media crew, and to the Rachel Roy team for dressing me for + inviting me to the Saturday shows!
Linking up with Elegantly Dressed and Stylish, The Fashion Canvas + Walking in Memphis in High Heels, I Do DeClaire, Straight A Style + On the Daily Express, Rosy Outlook + Seeking Sunshine, Pumps and Push Ups, and The Pleated Poppy.
Edgy, fun and so very fabulous! I love it to pieces! You are such a babe!
Thanks so much, lady! Happy Hump Day!
That dress looks so pretty on you! Love the look with that db coat! Looks amazing on you! And those ram pictures are so beautiful! Looks like you had great fun! 🙂
Xoxo Babita
http://travelhues.com
Thanks, Babita! 🙂
I just LOVE how you paired them with such a contrasting shoe. It totally takes the dress from everyday elegant to fashion forward ready.
xo
Katrina
http://www.katrinagwenrose.com
That was totally the goal- just to amp the whole look up with something unexpected! Thanks, sis!
A dress so beautiful that looks perfect with these wonderful boots. You’re so cute with this look.
Thanks, babe!
You looked extremely beautiful… Those combat boots are to die for..
https://www.stylebasket.in/2018/10/star-of-month.html
Thanks, babe! I am loving these boots, too!
So many fun pieces, I want them all..ha! And I adore your dress! STUNNING!!!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Thanks, girlfriend! Happy Hump Day!
Gosh, I bet you had the BEST time!! What a fabulous dress on you and your shoe choice is nothing less than perfect!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
We had a total blast- KCFW is always the best time of year!
Awesome fashion week look! This dress looks amazing on you and you added just the right amount of edge with your boots. GORGE!!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Thanks, sista- I’m so glad you’re feelin’ it! I def was! 🙂
I love the Masisa dresses! Looks like you’ve had a great time out.
ANOUK
Wasn’t that a gorgeous line?! I loved it, too!
wow gorgorgeous show! I love this edgy outfit on you. Great that you got to choose one of her dresses and I like the mix of stripes and plaid. The combat boots are my fav! mine re my fav in my closet too!
thanks for linking!
jess xx
ww.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
I cannot wait to wear these combat boots all fall + winter long!
How lucky are you Ashley. That dress is everything. You look amazing.
http://missymayification.co.uk
Thanks, lady- it was definitely a cool honor!
So cute! Loving this dress on you!
xx
Lauren Elizabeth
Petite in Pearls
Thanks, Lauren!
Well aren’t you just the CUTEST?! Never would have thought to pair the combat boots with the dress, but I love it!
-Emily | http://www.TheEmilyEdition.com
So glad you’re diggin’ the vibe, babe! Happy Hump Day!
Looking Beautiful. Such an amazing look. Thanks for sharing!!!
Happy Tuesday!
Much love, Len
http://www.lenparent.com
XO
Thanks for stopping by, girl!
So fun with the boots to the dress! Love how they make the dress pop. And looks like you had a lovely night!! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com
Thank you! 🙂
That dress is so gorgeous and it looks amazing on you! I love the stripes and plaid together, and those boots were the perfect choice.
x Kara | http://karascloset.net/
Thanks, Kara- this dress was such a winner, and the boots took it to the next level!
I love Your dress!
https://carinazz.blogspot.com/
Thanks, Carina!
Seriously – could that dress be any more gorgeous on you?! Looking fierce girl! xo, Biana
You are too kind, sista- I’m so glad you’re digging the look! I definitely was, too!
You look amazing babe! love how you styled this dress with the booties.
Edwige | http://www.hypnozglam.com
Thanks, lady- so glad you like it!
Great event! Thanks for sharing
You look amazing!
XX
https://www.elblogdebarbaracrespo.com/2018/10/feline-lisbon/
Thanks, lady!
How cool and congrats that you were able to collab with Rachel Roy. I love the pattern mixed dress. <3
Madison
FASHION TALES
Thanks, doll! The mixed print in this dress totally caught my eye, too!
All I can say is YES! I love those boots and that dress is such a fun sexy look that these boots give it that edginess! Love it girl!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
Thanks, Ruth! I really dig the boots with it- they give the dress so much edge!
That dress looks amazing on you! I love the mixed prints in it!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Thanks, girlfriend!
Sounds like an amazing experience! I love the dress you chose and your fun styling!
Chic on the Cheap
It was a super fun night!
Obsessed with this edgy going out look! Those combat boots are amazing!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Thanks, girlfriend!
Looks like you had such a great time, that dress has so much going on and you’re definitely pulling it off and looking fab.
http://www.fashiontrendforward.com
Thank you so much, Annette!
Ahh, those boots just make this dress have a whole new look! Love it!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
The boots definitely gave it a different edge- glad you like it, Carrie!
How amazing that you were dressed by one of the designers!? Looking fab as always <3
Green Fashionista
Thanks, babe!
oh my gosh!! That dress is my new obsession, may or may not be purchasing it now haha.
xoxo
Colleen
http://www.justthattallgirl.com/2018/10/the-perfect-lazy-girl-halloween-look.html
You should totally get it- you would look amazing in it!
I love your outfit! The mix of colors and patterns makes such a statement! Thanks for sharing 🙂
melissakacar.blogspot.com
Thanks for swinging by, Melissa! 🙂
This is possibly my favorite look of yours ever!!! Lovvvvve!
She Likes to Shop
So, so glad you like it, Laura!
That dress is KILLER! I love everything about it and it looks like it was made just for you! I am digging the edge you added with those shoes!
I’m so glad you like the way this look turned out- I was so pumped about adding in the boots!
A beautiful, beautiful look! I love this and you look gorgeous!
Wishing you a lovely week ahead!
Layla x
https://www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk
Thank you, Layla!
This dress is stunning on you! Probably one of my fave looks on you. The boots are perfect with it too.
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
I’m so glad you like, Kathrine, thank you!
LOVE this edgy look! That dress seriously looks like it was made for you–gorgeous!
Rosy Outlook
Thank you so much, Kelly- I had such a blast styling it!
I’m obsessed with this look! So edgy and fun!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Thanks, Jill- the boots definitely add a little OOMPH! 😉
What a fab dress for a fashion show! That’s so cool that the designer reached out to you with that offer! What an honor. And who doesn’t love a good technicolor dream coat!? LOL! Love your caption there. 😉
Gina || On the Daily Express
It was such a dream- and yesssss, who can’t resist a technicolor coat?! 🙂
Love the look, A! These dress paired with those booties is so sharp!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
that is so cool that a designer approached you and offered to dress you! This dress is stunning and you’re pulling it off so well!
https://lifewithmins.blogspot.com/
oh my gosh that looked like such fun! Love your outfit – how fabulous that foot wear it edgy and comfortable right now!! xx
https://www.passionfruitpawsandpeonies.com
Obsessed with your dress! You are a stunner
michellespaige.com
You look beautiful!
– http://www.youthofthesun.com
What a great event! And that Rachel Roy dress is uh-mazing on you! They made the right choice in picking you to wear something from her line!
Bettye
https://fashionschlub.com
This is such a gorgeous dress on you, and I love how you styled it with combat boots! Perfect for Fashion Week!
Annessa
http://www.seekingsunshine.com
Hi doll,
Your outfit is simply gorgeous. And your boots!!!
It looks like you had a lot of fun.
Funny I was just in the Rachel Roy section at Macy’s last weekend! Wow how exciting. KC is really coming up. These shows looked great and I see many pieces I like quite a bit. And love your guys makeup too!
Allie of
http://www.allienyc.com
your boots are speaking words girl, you look great.
that dress looks so pretty on you!! you look so gorgeous! x
have a wonderful day!
Such a fabulous dress on you dear ! Looks like you had lots of fun ! Thanks for sharing these pictures !
Nina
xox
http://www.thecrispylipstick.com/blog
I absolutely love your boots! They’re so cool and would go with so many different outfits. This FW looks like so much fun! xx
Naya
http://www.partyparrotblog.com