Recently, one evening on our way to dinner, we stopped by the park near our neighborhood for a short walk and a blog shoot. With all of the old stone statues, wooded paths, and multiple fountains, there are plenty of beautiful backdrops for photos. The parks in Rome tend to be a little rustic compared to most you’ll see in U.S. cities, but even the weeds growing through the cracks give them extra charm!
When I spotted this snakeskin print scarf while shopping at Zara, I knew it would be an accessory I’ll use often from now through fall. The mix of gray and black tones makes it easy to pair with many pieces in my closet and jazzes up a monochromatic outfit like this one.
Studded gladiator sandals are an easy way to add a little edge to any outfit, and when worn with a dress, it’s the perfect mix of sweet and sassy.
The extra-large size of this scarf gives it endless versatility: sometimes I like to throw one end over my shoulder for an effortlessly chic look. It can even be used as a sarong at the beach, and looks stunning with a black bikini and an oversized hat! 
A mix of silver bangles and an oversized chrome watch reflect the cool tones of this outfit.
A black maxi dress is definitely a great item to have in your summer wardrobe, and the best part about a simple one like this is how it can transition from cover-up for a beach day to a night out with a quick change of accessories.
- Dress (LOFT–old; similar here on super sale!)
- Scarf (ZARA–sold out; similar)
- Sunglasses (Chanel)
- Sandals (Sam Edelman; similar)
- Bag (Brahmin–no longer available in gray)
- Lip (Chanel ‘La Romanesque’)
- Nails (Essie ‘Geranium’)
Linking with The Pleated Poppy
