Heels & Denim in Distress at Toca Madera

Toca Madera is a super trendy spot that always has its guests dressing to impress. While many go all out and wear bodycon dresses with heels to brunch, there is also a fair share of people who dress up a simple look for a casual, but put-together look.

I wanted to wear something classic and chic could easily be transitional from day to night. I wore my high-wasted denim skinny jeans with a tucked in white blouse and black caged heels. Accessories were kept simple as well, just wearing a few dainty gold, chain-y necklaces and my “Brielle” ring.

The outfit actually was very appropriate. At first I was a bit nervous I was underdressed, but considering it was daytime, I think that the dressiness has leniency for brunch.

After surveying the room, a look just like this one would be perfect for brunch, and not just for Toca Madera, but for any brunch that has a casual, luxurious vibe. Leave it for the sun to go down and the famous Toca tree in the garden room to light up to go all out!

Bohemian Brunching at Estrella

If you love drawing inspiration from eclectic bohemian styles of the 1960s and 1970s into your wardrobe, you will absolutely love dressing up for your next brunch at Estrella.

The bohemian vibe is all about a dreamy, relaxed stylishness while still incorporating a chic edge into the entire look. I couldn’t wait to put together an outfit to compliment all the unique characteristics of the restaurant.

I wore my hair in its natural wavy state, which was super fitting for the occasion. Embodying my inner flower child, I put a dainty white and gold metal flower headpiece in my hair.

“And she gathers flowers for her home
For her home she gathers flowers”

— Joni Mitchell, "Ladies of The Canyon"

I paired a taupe knitted crop top and a black slitted maxi skirt with my black wooden cut-out wedges. I wanted to match my headpiece with some additional delicate accessories,  so I wore my gold link BaubleBar bracelet, a gold charm necklace with a thin chain, and my signature gold “Brielle” ring.

“Come out for a visit here
To be a lady of the canyon”

— Joni Mitchell, "Ladies of the Canyon"

In true Joni Mitchell fashion, I tried my best to embody a look representing the modern day version of a “Lady of the Canyon.” 

The Casual Kimono Look at Cafe Mimosa

Café Mimosa: local, beachy, bright and charming.

As a San Clemente staple, it’s the one spot guests know they will get the full on locale brunch experience.

The vibe is as chill as your mimosa. Here, don’t feel pressure to go all out. But, I never exactly “dress down.”

I wanted to embody the positive, sunny colors of Café Mimosa with my outfit. I wore a taupe tank tucked into my jeans, which were ripped at the knees. I complimented the simplicity of the outfit with my favorite kimono that actually matched the restaurant perfectly. It’s black with taupe, gold, and burnt orange peony-looking flowers. I pulled it together with my black suede peep-toe wedges, a low-pony tail and big gold hoop earrings for an updated, beachy boho look.

Other brunch attire suggestions? A great maxi dress, shorts with a small wedge, or something with a subtly floral pattern would work perfectly. I personally love dressing up a super casual outfit with just a hint of a dressy touch. Café Mimosa is a cute spot to experiment dressing with a fun, beachy flair.

Asymmetrical Edge at The Rooftop Grill at The Montage Beverly Hills

The Montage Beverly Hills is a five-star resort… meaning, guests should probably prepare to be spending five dollar signs.

If you’re going to be splurging a little (it is totally worth it), dress for the occasion. Just keep in mind that The Montage Beverly Hills has that semi-dressy, semi-not kind of vibe. A lot of times these types of places could be kind of difficult to dress for.

I usually incorporate two dressy articles of clothing and two casual items… and hope that I am somewhat successful in my judgment once I get to the restaurant!

I chose to stick to darker hues - I wore a gray asymmetrical jersey-knit skirt paired with a black leotard. This skirt is one of my favorites because the design elongates my petite 5"1 frame and (I think) makes my legs look a teeny bit longer than they actually are. To pull it all together, I wore my leather jacket (FYI: You will see me wearing my leather jacket with countless outfits very frequently… it’s my go-to and hard not to incorporate into all my looks)! I paired with my black suede peep-toe fringe wedges for that perfect mid-morning appropriate but still looking fab at 11 am type of look. To my fellow regular brunchers, I know you can relate to this!

The Rooftop at The Montage Beverly Hills dress code is trendy casual. From where I sat at my table, it was the perfect spot to people watch and observe what they were wearing.

Some side notes: If you’re lucky enough to have the super popular Dior “So Real” sunglasses, The Rooftop Grill is the perfect place to wear them. I saw a few people with them in passing – Obviously they're the Quays and Ray-Bans of BH…

A lot of the guys there wore button downs, collared shirts, and blazers. All were of springy colors of course. Why would you ever wear a dark color in the transition period from winter to spring, anyway? (Oh, wait... me). 

If you’re heading to The Montage BH and you’re stuck on what to wear, think of the three C’s: crisp, clean, and chic. Here, if you're dressed pretty simple but put together, you'll fit right in. 

Pink Suede at Bagatelle Los Angeles

Bagatelle is always a good idea. The super trendy restaurant draws in high-end clientele, big spenders, and it’s really rare for any guests in the place to not be dressed to the nines.

Anyone who is an avid Bagatelle-goer knows that the property is more than just a restaurant – it’s a lifestyle. It’s about the expensive cocktails and champagne, the sparklers, and the DJ spinning for 7 hours…during the day. So, it would only be a sin to don anything casual. In a setting like this, dress to celebrate.

When going to Bagatelle, plan to wear something you’d typically wear on a Saturday night out in the city. I promise, you won’t be overdoing it. The whole concept of Bagatelle brunch is to bring a nighttime party to a Sunday afternoon.

I wore a baby pink faux suede mini dress with killer ankle-strap nude heels (no really, they actually killllllled my feet). It was a really simple, chic ensemble that was a fun change for me since I usually always lean towards dark hues.

Rule of thumb for Bagatelle: always wear heels and don’t be afraid to get dolled up. Plus, there’s a photographer that comes around the entire brunch, so you’ll want to wear something fab when he catches you dancing with your sparkler!