Mean Street

It's so funny to look at myself now, head to toe in black, and think about how in high school I didn't have the first black piece of clothing. I shopped primarily at places like Hollister and Abercrombie, and you never find a black article of clothing there... (have you notice that?!) It's still not high on my favorite color to wear, but I like how effortless it looks. Black clothing instantly classes anything up (at least I think so!). This dress is entirely too short (way shorter than I remember!)... I picked it up on Haight St in San Francisco a few years ago, but I haven't worn it in a long, long time. I wanted something dark and different to wear out and about with my new Jeffrey Campbell Security shoes (!!!). They may look intimidating, but they're so incredibly comfortable and easy to walk in! We shot these photos down the street from our place, just past the larger Marathon Motors building in Midtown. The late afternoon light was so perfect! It's briefly warmed up here in Nashville and I know it'll be cold again soon. Taking in all the fresh air I can before I retreat to only taking photos in our hallway!

Have y'all had a good weekend? I can't believe it's already December 4th. Christmas will come and go in no time! xo

Dress via some SF shop
Forever 21 studded belt
Target tights
on 10:21 AM
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51 comments:

  1. ZaneDecember 4, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    you look so classy, love this

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  2. larissa breeDecember 4, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    you look amazing! This outfit is def one of my faves. You look like one hot sexy lady!

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  3. naomi:December 4, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    LOVE this outfit Kaelah - you look so sassy! :)

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  4. CateaclysmicDecember 4, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Love this outfit those shoes are gorgeous xoxo

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  5. paisleaDecember 4, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    your outfit is so gorgeous! i love that jacket on you!!

    ♥ allisterbee.blogspot.com

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  6. SomeoneLikeYouDecember 4, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    I swooning so much over your new JCs! My oh my you look really too lovely in all black, as well! I'm so used to seeing you in florals and colors (which I adore!), but this is a nice little change that is so striking. xx

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  7. Rae December 4, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    So cute. I love the setting of these photographs. Simply adorable. xo, rv

    http://aneclecticheap.blogspot.com/

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  8. UnknownDecember 4, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    killer boots! :c) I love your hair! Yea, I can't believe it's already December 4th either...just 21 more days until Christmas...ahh! lol :c)

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  9. Knitful DezignsDecember 4, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    O MY :) You look stunning in black and your shoes *DROOL* are gorgeous <3

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  10. lisaDecember 4, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    These shoes are amazing! You look very rock n roll in these photos!

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  11. Emalise the Fox CharmerDecember 4, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I wear black all the time. Meaning like 95% of the time. And it had just happened this past year. I've really gotten into black and earth tones in every season. This outfit does look super classy with some edge and the shoes are what make it! I'm kind of jealous you got to shop on Haight St. My inner hippie is rejoicing at the mere idea. Enjoy this Southern weather!

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  12. Katha Strophe // kathastrophal.deDecember 4, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    These photographs are stunning and I love how classy this blazer looks!

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  13. Arielle-HumblePieVintageDecember 4, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    I hate when a dress is too short. You're hair looks awesome curly like that. I need one of those wands!

    -Arielle
    www.humblepievintage.com

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  14. SamanthaDecember 4, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I always wonder who they expect to comfortably wear such short dresses! Your hair really looks great against the black.

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  15. HeatherDecember 4, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    aw, haight st, what a fun place!

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  16. The Wh0le StoryDecember 4, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    I gotta say - I love you in (almost) all black! It makes your hair look super hot. I loooooove the shoes.

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  17. JennybeeDecember 4, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    twit twoo!

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  18. JennybeeDecember 4, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    twit twoo!! Classy lady :)

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  19. Mandy FerrugiaDecember 4, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    You look fantastic in black, and I love all of the light leaks in your photos. Super pretty! <3

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  20. miss teacupsDecember 4, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    you look SO good in black, my goodness. i have been lusting after those shoes for a good while now...once i win the lottery, they'll be mine ;)

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  21. Megan | Freckled ItalianDecember 4, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    I used to work at Abercrombie when I was in high school and we weren't allowed to wear black because they don't even sell anything that's black! I always thought that was funny.

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  22. Elyse (Give Me Bows)December 4, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    The lighting in these photos is gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous! I actually think black really suits you with that hair colour, it really makes your hair 'pop' :) x

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  23. Jo - Lost in the HazeDecember 4, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    The setting sun looks incredible behind you - it makes your hair even more red! <3 You really do suit black!


    x
    Lost in the Haze

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  24. UnknownDecember 4, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    you look amazing! These pictures are awesome too

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  25. UnknownDecember 4, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    I love this all black outfit and all black outfits in general, they're so classic and almost always chic. You look adorable. It's weird, I was the opposite, you don't see me in all black a lot anymore. I used to wear it all the time back in my emo days, lol, and then when I worked at The Body Shop, where I had to wear all black all the time. Now, I wear a lot of color. Maybe I should try an all black outfit soon!

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  26. TieraDecember 4, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    This might be my favorite look I've ever seen of yours <3 And THOSE SHOES!

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  27. Et tu, tutu?December 4, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    This is definitely one of my favourite outfit posts of yours! I love the outfit itself, and the city background really enhances it. Plus, that sunset! This shoot makes me want to go city-hopping. :)

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  28. LinaDecember 4, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    What a bad-ass outfit! I'm trying my darndest to break away from all- or mostly-black outfits, but I'll always love something as classy as this. And what killer shoes!

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  29. steffyDecember 4, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    You look absolutely gorgeous and classy. One of my favorite outfits to date.

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  30. MissKaitDecember 4, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    how chic is this look. i love the chunky heels....totally rocker chick chic

    xoxo katlin
    KaitGirl

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  31. ilene @ muchloveillyDecember 4, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    you look stunning as always - and i love the sunset captured in these photos!

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  32. SarahDecember 4, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Love the new JC's! xx

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  33. BreDecember 4, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Ohhhh man. I've been lusting after those shoes for sooooo long <3 Love this outfit, too!

    Bre
    http://bythe-throat.blogspot.com

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  34. Stephanie LoudmouthDecember 4, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    You look great in black, girl! Awesome outfit, and of course -- killer shoes.

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  35. AnonymousDecember 4, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    You look amazing and your hair is gorgeous!

    - kindoflovely.com

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  36. Alice JonesDecember 4, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Best ever, I love this outfit and the photography is gorgeous too.

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  37. UnknownDecember 4, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Holy wow, you look amazing. I've always been a huge fan of black and don't take many color risks, it is something I'm working on. These shoes are insane hehe but I like them.

    You are seriously gorgeous! I think you just stopped traffic, admit it :)

    <3Honeysuckelle

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  38. UnknownDecember 5, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    Omg, I looove this Kaelah! The location and lighting are fab too!
    Ammie x

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  39. Dust & SwallowDecember 5, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Your shoes are really amazing! I love your outfit! ^^

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  40. CassandraDecember 5, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    These photos turned out beautiful! And this is a really cool outfit.

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  41. Amanda HollandDecember 5, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I think this is my favorite outfit post of yours yet! The 3rd picture down is so perfect :)

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  42. Salvaged StrawberryDecember 5, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    I really, really want that strawberry collar! So. Cute!

    Amanda (SalvagedStrawberry)

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  43. RachaelDecember 5, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    I wonder if there's a reason Abercrombie doesn't sell black.. hmm...

    You look gorgeous and I'm so glad Nashville has warmed up a little but I'm pretty sure that means trouble for us today #floodwarnings :/

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  44. PaulaDecember 5, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    wow, this looks super elegant! very nice :) and your heels are to die for! I could never afford them though.. great photos; enjoy your week :)

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  45. SophieDecember 5, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    loving this outfit!

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  46. xoDanielleDecember 6, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    Those shoes are so hot and your figure looks fabUlous!

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  47. GemmaDecember 6, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    giiirrrrl, you look hot! this look is amazing! classy but super cool

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  48. AshleyDecember 6, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    i love this outfit!

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  49. Natalie MulfordDecember 8, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    I love this outfit so much! I'm a huge lover of black and it's only been this year that i've started to add colour to my wardrobe.

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  50. Jewels For The JewelsDecember 15, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    MY GOSH you look absolutely gorgeous in all black!! It's so funny to think about how much we have changed since high school days :). But that's what life is all about! Growing into ourselves :).
    xoxo
    lyndsey of hellolyndsey

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  51. UnknownDecember 30, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    you look so hot here.

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HEY! Thanks for dropping by. xo KB

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