Grad School Best!

~ Photography by Craig Perry of Pop Up Photo ~

~ Outfit Details: Monogrammed Reversible Tote c/o Toss Designs ~ Dress by Vineyard Vines ~ Sunglasses by Ray-Ban ~ Monogrammed Necklace ~ Wedges by Michael Kors (sold out, but on sale here in gold  & here in coral ) ~ Watch by Michael Kors (old but similar here) ~ Bangles by Fornash ~

~ This post is so special because it was the LAST that was shot in CT before I moved to Milan! Moving to Milan was NOT easy for me when it came to the whole packing part. I could only take 3 suitcases! “My whole life is in those bags,” were my exact words as I checked them in for my flight. I went through about 5 rounds of wardrobe edits and I have to tell you, this oxford dress and Toss Designs reversible tote are honestly the 2 best pieces I chose to make the trip to Italia!

Here in Milan, everything is a bit dressier and everyone at my school has such awesome style. This dress is easy, yet classic (and studious feeling) for classes. The weather has also been in the 90’s all week, so dresses have been my go-to! I plan to dress it up with a navy blazer as soon as it gets a bit cooler.

This monogrammed Toss Designs tote from their “Milan” collection is my MOST USED accessory here in Italia (I should have known!). Truly! It is incredibly spacious, making it perfect for my laptop, sketchbook, notebook, extra pair of shoes, etc.! Right now, I commute over an hour to classes (which are 9:30am-6:30pm) and so I really have to pack for the entire day. I love the monogram and the tassel, which make the bag very “me” and add a feminine touch to the classic leather tote. One of my favorite aspects of this bag (and I know that all you city girls can relate) is the gold zip wallet that comes inside and clips into the bag, ensuring that all of your valuables will stay safe. The very best part? It is REVERSIBLE and I cannot wait to flip it to the gold side soon!

Getting my Masters here in Milan has put to the test my ability to style great yet PRACTICAL looks and this is my grad school best, I think! If you don’t know about Toss Designs yet, you need to head over to their site and check them out! They have the cutest accessories and I’m also in love with their striped ponchos for fall!

Gratefully with love,

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo Rhiana

P.S.

Thanks to Toss Designs for partnering on this post!