Kelly Saks - Miami's Fashion Girl: TAudrey

Blush N' Black Velvet

The holiday shopping season is officially upon us, which also means that it’s social season. We often feel pressured to buy new outfits for every single holiday party we’re invited to, but when fashion fatigue sets in, that old adage about a classic little black dress comes to mind.

Lace Dress & Moto Vest by Fashion Blogger Kelly Saks

L'oreal Paris Sunscreen and It's That Worth It Campaign

For the eleventh year, Miami Swim Week took over Miami Beach last weekend with a bevy of hot bodies strutting across stages and floating runways to entice buyers and media with next season's swimwear and resort wear looks. With models on full display, there was one thing they all had in common: a golden tan*. It's the summer trend that never goes out of style, yet most don't realize it's also the most dangerous.

I'm so thrilled to introduce you to the Kelly Bracelet, one of thirteen new pieces available in the TAudrey Blogger Collection!

XOXO Dress c/o | Zara Heels | TAudrey Plate Bracelet | Tous Clutch c/o | MAC 'Relentlessly Red' Lipstick

Every girl has her go-to LBD (little black dress,) or if you’re like me you have an el-bee-dee for work, special occasions, date night, girls’ night, and I-can’t-decide-what-to-wear nights. With summer approaching it’s time to ditch the black and get yourself a little white dress. Thanks to Miami’s state of eternal summer I live in white year round, but a crisp white frock always looks best with a tan. The problem with finding the perfect LWD is that white can be tricky. You have to wear the right undergarments (nude, not white, please!!) and make sure the fabric isn’t completely sheer in bright lighting. This bodycon style from XOXO is the perfect fit with on-trend mesh insets, thick yet breathable fabric, and even a built-in bra – genius. It gets bonus points because it’s under $100, just like the majority of the XOXO collection. You can check out this hot little number and other celeb-inspired dresses from XOXO in-store and online at Macy’s, Dillards and Carson’s stores, and on Amazon.com

Win your own head-to-toe look from XOXO by voting for me here as your favorite style inspiration and submitting your own XOXO inspiration on Instagram. Share anything from your XOXO outfit to an XOXO moment (smooching your beau or your pooch!) to be entered to win $500 worth of XOXO goodies. Make sure to tag @therealxoxo and use the hashtag #XOXOmoment to be considered. Contest ends June 2, 2014. Good luck!

Photography by Bella Mente

This post was made possible by XOXO.

Knit Top, Printed Shorts, Espadrilles c/o Benetton | Barbados Mesh Tote c/o TOUS

Benetton Leather Wrap Bracelet | TAudrey Initial Plate Bracelet

It's always great to get reacquainted with a brand that you grew up with. In this case, United Colors of Benetton. I have memories of shopping there as a kid, (remember the Coconut Grove location at the Mayfair Shops?) and lusting after the expertly color coded collections that seemed all too grown up for me at the time. Fast forward to today and I'm so excited to have teamed up with the new Benetton as a style ambassador for their 2014 summer collection! Inspired by Italy and the Mediterranean, the line offers chic basics in amazing knits and printed textiles that will take you from a coffee date to a Sunday stroll down Collins Ave, or your choice of exotic summer getaway. Can we talk about these amazing espadrilles? I'm not taking them off anytime soon.

Join me tomorrow to celebrate the new collection at Benetton South Beach and enjoy a special VIP discount all night. Check out the invitation below and RSVP by emailing me with your guest names here. Don't forget to tag your photos & tweets with #BENETTONBEACHBASH. Summer is calling, see you on South Beach!

Photography by Bella Mente

Alexis Fringe Dress (similar) | Danielle Nicole Alexa Tote | Custom #ootd Social Media Plate c/o TAudrey

While the rest of the country is obsessing over Black Friday, I'm just living for this rad black dress by ALEXIS that I scored at their epic annual sample sale last week for just 30 bucks! With fringed sleeves reminiscent of a fab Cher ensemble this is definitely not your typical LBD, which is why I kept my accessories simple. My friend and Miami jewelry designer Tiffany Ortiz of TAudrey has upped the ante on her popular nameplate necklace with the new social media plate ($75). Naturally I chose the signature hashtag #ootd to wear alongside my custom Kelly nameplate. If you're social media obsessed like me, or just looking for a great holiday gift, this is a must-have! Each necklace is made to order with your choice of handle or hashtag. Because I love ya, and it is cyber weekend, use the code kellyskloset to save 15% off your order.

P.S. Would love if you could vote for me in the A&F Style/Off over on FashionIndie.com. One lucky voter will win a trip to New York City for an exclusive shopping spree at the Abercrombie flagship!

Photography by Bella Mente

Hair by Jessica at Vidal Sassoon South Beach

GET THE LOOK

Sequin Tunic by Hoss Intropia (borrowed) | VS Pink Tank | Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Fuchsia Flash

Nameplate Necklace c/o TAudrey | Mint Cross Necklace c/o Vivienne Kelly | H&M Ring

Sequin Tunic by Hoss Intropia, available at Bloomingdale's Aventura

Photography by Bella Mente

When jewelry designer Tiffany Ortiz asked if I would model for her new jewelry campaign I was totally flattered, and of course said yes! Besides being transformed into one of her glamorous TAudrey girls, I loved getting to work alongside fellow blogger The Fashion Poet, and college friend (and former beauty queen!) Jaife. Let's just say there was no shortage of laughs on set. Tiffany was one of the very first designers I featured here on the blog back in 2010. My oh my, how we've both grown in three years. Cheers to great friends, good laughs, and lots and lots of jewelry! Check out the new TAudrey.com where you can shop for my 5 must-have pieces featured below.