How to Fashionably Roll Out of Bed for Brunch Without Looking Like You Just Did

A lot of Sunday mornings, the last thing we all think about is getting dressed up no matter how bad brunch is calling our names. It's one extreme or the other: you end up skipping out on a fun time with friends because you're too lazy to put together something cute, or you're wearing sunglasses, last night's makeup, baggy clothing and sneakers to somewhere you probably should have tried a little harder for. 

Especially if you're an avid bruncher, a more casual look is probably preferred most of the time. Don't get me wrong - I live for getting all dolled up for brunch. But I am always down for comfort. I've found that it's about embellishing the casual with a good heel or some really great accessories.

One of my recent favorites? A loose twill striped button down shirt tucked into distressed shorts or jeans with a cute scalloped bralette peeking through. Add heels and you're set. 

It's about making it look very effortless and chic. It's about a touch of sexiness, a hint of not caring so much, and a sprinkle of just caring enough.

I found this cute shirt at Urban Outfitters that gave me a really beauty vibe... yet in a way reminded me of pajamas or a men's button down. It truly was the perfect "roll out of bed in style" type blouse. 

I really kept everything super simple and just added heels and some dainty gold accessories from Silver Queens LA. While it may not be the most comfortable heel, one that has a platform sole and sky high heels is the the style that is going to take your casual ensemble to next level chic.

I think that the "I'm just going to roll out of bed and head to brunch" attitude and feeling will always exist. It's part of what makes brunch such an appealing option for how to spend your weekend. However, especially if you're brunching in a major city, dressing up is always going to be the more appropriate choice. 

The trick is to simply make it your own and add those fashionable finishing touches to a super toned down look.

Photography by Emma Lynn Cinema

Flirty, Frilly & Off-The-Shoulder at Cecconi's

"That's so LA." This is a descriptive phrase that a lot of people use to describe what certain people wear, act, or to describe a specific place. But to someone outside of Los Angeles, what exactly does it mean?! Southern California, and specifically Los Angeles is known for having a very laidback, yet trendy vibe. Located in West Hollywood, Cecconi's perfectly embodies that casual glamour that the rest of the world only fantasizes about.

If you're dining at Cecconi's, there's just one rule: Look good. Look chic. And make it look effortless.

What I love about Cecconi's is that you can pair something casual with a dressier piece and still have it be pretty and appropriate for the restaurant's upscale atmosphere. I wanted to go for more of a relaxed, flirty look. I wore dark denim skinny jeans and a pale blue and white off-the-shoulder ruffle top (actually by Brandy Melville!) To dress it up I wore my favorite nude ankle-strap heels (you know, the ones that look like Stuart Weitzman, except they're Steve Madden) which really pulled together the look and gave it more of a dressier vibe. 

This outfit has been one of my favorites so far that I've worn to brunch. Cecconi's atmosphere for brunch is basically my ideal situation for getting dressed up. You don't have to overdo it, but you have to just make sure you're wearing something trendy. But not too trendy!  Make it your own. I personally love mixing simple staple pieces (like skinny jeans) and adding that flirty touch with a tasteful cropped shirt, something off-the-shoulder or just by wearing certain accessories.

Like I said, it's all about your ensemble looking effortless! 

Photography by: Patrick Muniz