zarna's runway

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Thursday, July 28, 2011

summer lovin.

caftan, clutch & cuff: indian, belt: vintage christian dior, shoes: bakers, earrings: urban outfitters

last sunday my brother & i went to one of the most popular restaurants in nashville, city house. i must say, it was absolutely amazing and a big ol' caftan was the perfect outfit for an indulgent dinner :)

on sunday nights city house hosts "sunday supper", which includes an ever-changing menu and plates ideal for sharing! i'm vegetarian and they had plenty of great options:

{cheese grits, roasted vegetable ragu, farm egg}

{peach + semolina upside-down cake w/ mascarpone crema}

i would definitely recommend city house if you're ever in nashville. hope you're all having an amazing week!

Labels: caftan, city house, fashion, nashville, outfit

103 Comments:

Jitterbug said...: Your dress is uber gorgeous!
In love!!

x; July 28, 2011 at 12:31 AM
Catherine said...: I am in love with your clutch, here! WOW:); July 28, 2011 at 1:05 AM
Style & Poise said...: You look fabulous! Love the dress and the fit is perfect!

Roni
www.styleandpoise.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 1:06 AM
simplychic said...: too cute! and i love the oversize belt with it.; July 28, 2011 at 1:13 AM
pancakestacker said...: That dress is gorgeous on you! I love the natural colors!

xoxo!
http://pancakeSTACKER.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 1:15 AM
FashionPhD said...: wow what an awesome way to wear the kurta!; July 28, 2011 at 1:51 AM
Chilel Aissitou said...: Funny! I have something similar with high slits. But I call it my Vietnamese dress because it has a Mao neckline and no buttons. I thrifted the dress 3 years ago and it was a bit tight so now it stays in my closet waiting for me to drop lbs (I am on a diet). This dress is its twin! However, I never thought about stylin it like you did. I will try it as soon as it fits me again! Thanks for being an inspiration!
odetofashion.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 1:54 AM
JanandJill.com said...: This post is so fun and this dress fits you flawlessly. Your earings and hair are perfect too, very pretty and the nude heels are styled so well.

xoDale
www.savvyspice.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 2:02 AM
rohinie said...: your dress is as chic as hell; July 28, 2011 at 2:13 AM
Styleabaad said...: You indian kurta is so gorgeous - I have a few of these but never thought of wearing them like this! Thanks so much for inspiring me!

xx
Elsa; July 28, 2011 at 2:28 AM
Nanne said...: I simply love that dress! The colours remind me of a strawberry - caramel - vanilla ice-cream swirl:); July 28, 2011 at 2:39 AM
Full Figured Diva said...: Lovely clutch and dress! Heeeeey...I have those earrings too:))

The food looks AMAZING!

Myeshia; July 28, 2011 at 3:33 AM
almaa. said...: love your look, perfect shoes :); July 28, 2011 at 3:52 AM
menina elegante said...: Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous dress. :) You look beautiful! x; July 28, 2011 at 4:07 AM
lisa signorini said...: love this dress!!!
have a great day!!
kisses

www.thecurlylady.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 4:25 AM
Céline Mademoiselle ... said...: Simple, Chic, Feminine and SO stylish !
You look gorgeous my dear ;-)

xoxo from a "chasseuse de style" in Brussels

Céline Mademoiselle; July 28, 2011 at 6:49 AM
SabinePsynopsis said...: Big ol' kaftan... My word! The dress is gorgeous - and the food looks amazing, too.; July 28, 2011 at 6:54 AM
Unknown said...: lovely summer ourfit. love the cuff, so pretty!; July 28, 2011 at 7:42 AM
Josine Luxanette said...: Lovely dress & amazing cuff!*

xXx; July 28, 2011 at 7:59 AM
Jennifer S. said...: what a pretty dress!!

jen
http://blankwhiteframes.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 8:37 AM
Tanvi said...: You look wonderful! And I would definitely check out the place if I was ever in Nashville. I do hope they have vegetarian options? :)

♡ from © tanvii.com; July 28, 2011 at 8:44 AM
Closet Fashionista said...: Wow that dress is gorgeous! :D
http://www.closet-fashionista.com; July 28, 2011 at 9:36 AM
Longuette said...: your looks are so versatile! can I say that? I mena, you go for looks "lady like" like these, to some from the 80s for some really rock and roll. I Love It!!!!
it is so nice to play with fashion, isn't it???

xxx Ylenia | Longuette
check on my vintage giveaway!; July 28, 2011 at 9:37 AM
Anonymous said...: Beautiful and feminine! I love the safari inspired dress so chic and summery!; July 28, 2011 at 9:42 AM
Nekiah Torres said...: You look lovely Zarna! Loving thing caftan! The vintage Dior's are the bomb! What a wonderful neutral shoe! Beautiful! Kiah; July 28, 2011 at 10:33 AM
Roxy Índica de Índica Boutique said...: Love your look! You're my favorite blogger, the best dressed ever!
XOXO; July 28, 2011 at 10:40 AM
Ashley said...: LOVE that dress; the linen is so breezy, and the belt gives it shape. Just lovely!

-Ashley
http://lerougestylo.blog.com; July 28, 2011 at 10:42 AM
ChocolateOrchid said...: Love this dress!! Beautiful neutral look! And yes, I am so still lovin' your touch of blonde. Love the way you style your hair differently to showcase it in different ways.; July 28, 2011 at 11:15 AM
FASHIONISMYWAY by Cristina L said...: I love those food pics ;)

You look classy :D http://fashionismyway.blogspot.com/; July 28, 2011 at 11:18 AM
jess said...: I love your clutch.; July 28, 2011 at 11:27 AM
Ginta said...: Love that dress! It's so beautiful!; July 28, 2011 at 11:27 AM
Unknown said...: Loving all these neutrals on you...such an organic shoot!! LOVE IT!
That clutch is perfection. Hope you have a great weekend girl.
C; July 28, 2011 at 11:36 AM
Baby Budget Blog said...: YES to these muted colors and that pop of red! Great backdrop for this dress!

www.plentyforpennies.com; July 28, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Anonymous said...: Lovely dress! that clutch is all so chic!

http://www.estilomode.com/; July 28, 2011 at 11:52 AM
Sara Szatmary said...: That dress is DIVINE! Such a fun way to do ladylike!; July 28, 2011 at 11:55 AM
Laura said...: That caftan is amazing!!!! It's a wonderful neutral color and looks so good on you!

p.s. your food looks super yummy!!!; July 28, 2011 at 12:10 PM
Aya said...: Love the nude!!! xox; July 28, 2011 at 12:20 PM
BESOS LYNN said...: Love those shoes!!! Great outfit, very demure. Thanks for the food porn at the end...
besos,lynn; July 28, 2011 at 12:20 PM
Elegantesque said...: You look freaking amazing as usual and the food look so yummy !!

kisses
hannah
http://elegantesque.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 2:00 PM
Anonymous said...: Your dress is so cute, i love your outfit! really enjoy your blog each time!

have a nice weekend,

Virginie; July 28, 2011 at 3:16 PM
ATTITUDEINABUNDANCE said...: Love your hair & earrings, plus the hints of red.

www.purelovefashionn.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 3:26 PM
Judith Anna said...: Love Love Love this look on you! Very sophisticated, chic and casual at the same time.
This or screaming colors, it all suits you!
You pulled it off again and your make-up looks really good in these pics.

Ciao Bisou Anna; July 28, 2011 at 3:30 PM
Unknown said...: ZARNA! omg, you know how i feel about food and fashion! looks delish! and your skin gives that very neutral dress life! loooovvvveee!

www.passionsontopofpassions.blogspot.com; July 28, 2011 at 3:37 PM
Maryse said...: WAUW! Beautiful pics!

X; July 28, 2011 at 3:46 PM
stylenuggets said...: Spotted the clutch right away. The whole look is gorgeous. Love the earrings too; July 28, 2011 at 7:47 PM
Tamara said...: Love your outfit :D
Dress, shoes, clutch, hair........

MuAKKKK; July 28, 2011 at 8:18 PM
Katherine said...: Love the nude colors, so romantic on you!
La Petite Marmoset; July 28, 2011 at 8:38 PM
Jihee said...: I'm so in love with this dress! It looks so comfy as well!; July 28, 2011 at 9:15 PM
L1L2 said...: caftan feels almost khadi-ish eh! very nice. and your shoot locations are always interesting! love that door!; July 28, 2011 at 10:19 PM
Anonymous said...: peach semolina cake is making my mouth water. And I am totally loving this kurta of yours.....so breezy and perfect for eating to one's heart's content. :)

Love

Tashrin
Twitter - @ishrattrishna; July 28, 2011 at 10:38 PM
Nnenna said...: I love this neutral-colored dress on you Zarna! Also, that food looks really delicious! If I ever visit Nashville, I'll know where to go thanks to you! =)

star-crossed smile; July 28, 2011 at 10:59 PM
The.Red.See said...: Great look! Love your dress, it looks amazing against your skin!; July 29, 2011 at 12:48 AM
Unknown said...: I am LOVING this caftan. you look amazing girl! such great colors!

xoxo; July 29, 2011 at 1:02 AM
Absolutely Mrs. K said...: i have no idea where you keep on finding those backgrounds! this one is perfect again, the beige and the beige! i love to see a woman who can pull off a complete cream outfit, such a hard color! but it is your gorgeous skin tone, perfect to wear a beautiful cream color! i would look naked! love love the 70's touch of the dress! and the accessories are perfect, the bourbon clutch, to die for girl; July 29, 2011 at 2:51 AM
For The Love Of Fashion And Other Things said...: Lovely khadi dress, you! :) Loving the whole earthen look :)
XX

http://fortheloveoffashionandotherthings.blogspot.com; July 29, 2011 at 3:08 AM
Miss Bias said...: OMGoodness! I love, love, love this dress. Perfection.

Miss Bias; July 29, 2011 at 4:22 AM
Anupriya DG said...: I've never seen a men's kurta look more sexy before!!! <3; July 29, 2011 at 8:25 AM
The Purse-a-holic said...: Love your outfit zarna, and I am IN love with that clutch..; July 29, 2011 at 7:29 PM
Monroe Steele said...: fabulous...really gorgeous photos

xoxo Monroe

Fashion Steele NYC; July 29, 2011 at 10:00 PM
james said...: i kind of love you; July 29, 2011 at 10:30 PM
Jelena Zivanovic said...: Summer loving... Well I'm huge lover of the summer and lover of this look now!:) I always fall in love with these shoes every time I see them!:)
kisses
Jelena
http://glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com/; July 30, 2011 at 1:34 AM
Anonymous said...: You look gorgeous! Love the entire look!

xo,
Cortnie
http://stylelustpages.com; July 30, 2011 at 2:00 AM
Anonymous said...: you look amazing!!love your look!; July 30, 2011 at 7:06 AM
Artfully Awear said...: What a lovely summer dress, and it is perfectly accented with the clutch!; July 30, 2011 at 7:50 AM
7days7looks said...: Oh Zarna, this outfit is beautiful. Amazing shoes ♥; July 30, 2011 at 4:15 PM
Vanessa, Take only Memories said...: You look so lovely! that dress is made for you! Gorgeous!; July 30, 2011 at 5:11 PM
Allie Emme said...: that's the perfect summer dress! it looks so fresh and airy!
xx Allie; July 30, 2011 at 7:29 PM
Unknown said...: last time I was in Nashville, I think I was around 12 yrs old. Will definitely check the restaurant if I'm ever back there. love the shoes and accessories.; July 30, 2011 at 10:18 PM
classiq said...: What a lovely dress for the summer! :); July 31, 2011 at 10:09 AM
sara l said...: oh wow, your blog is so inspiring!!
definitely following!
xx; July 31, 2011 at 12:24 PM
Selvaggia Capizzi said...: You are featured on my blog today!
xx
http://dontcallmefashionblogger.blogspot.com/; July 31, 2011 at 12:56 PM
Maryn said...: these nude colours are so pretty with your color of skin! very niiice!
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ps: very nice cut hair!I love; July 31, 2011 at 1:36 PM
Rachella - flourishingfit.com said...: FABULOUS OUTFIT !X; July 31, 2011 at 2:35 PM
Mekinking said...: perfection!; July 31, 2011 at 3:43 PM
dressingup-everyday said...: An exquisite woman and delicious food!; July 31, 2011 at 5:32 PM
em.me.ma said...: yummm and you loook beautiful:); July 31, 2011 at 6:17 PM
Mani said...: Woooow, I really like this outfit! Fabulous from head to toe!

hugs and kisses by Mani.; July 31, 2011 at 6:24 PM
Lovers, Saints & Sailors said...: Oh wow, what a gorgeous dress...and that clutch too!; July 31, 2011 at 9:05 PM
S. Bella said...: Zarna!...you look great and i love your clutch; July 31, 2011 at 9:58 PM
Natalie Leung said...: you've got a fantastic blog, and impeccable style! definitely following you. <3

natalie
http://lucyandtherunaways.blogspot.com; July 31, 2011 at 10:06 PM
Chic Therapy said...: this is one classy outfit, miss; July 31, 2011 at 10:22 PM
PKelly's Site said...: beautiful, love the dress!!!
thnx so much 4 the comment

http://imjustmefashionblog.blogspot.com :))); August 1, 2011 at 1:50 AM
Anonymous said...: I loooooooove that clutch!! Your post just made me so very hungry. Lol. Your range of styles is sooo amazing, Zarna!; August 1, 2011 at 11:04 AM
BlaiseRuby said...: This is so up maaaaa street haha! Love this outfit!!! your shoes are incredible and not an obvious choice with this dress, but looks soo amazing :)

http://blaiseruby.blogspot.com

X; August 1, 2011 at 11:57 AM
Yaary said...: Totally in love with this whole outfit! Its gorgeous!; August 1, 2011 at 1:35 PM
Anonymous said...: Both the food, and the outfit are DELISH!

xx

thehausofblog.blogspot.com/; August 1, 2011 at 5:01 PM
Couture Carrie said...: Gorgeous look, darling!
Love your clutch!

xoxox,
CC; August 1, 2011 at 6:02 PM
High Heels & Good Meals! said...: You look flawless! I love the clutch and that food looks amazing!; August 1, 2011 at 7:38 PM
LV said...: Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous!!!!

http://foodfashionandflow.blogspot.com/; August 1, 2011 at 8:14 PM
Vivi N. said...: Your dress! Simple yet beautiful. And yep, it must've been a relief to wear that after eating delicious food. Even though I'm sure you had nary a pot belly after all was said and done.; August 1, 2011 at 8:17 PM
Gosia said...: You look amazing, this dress is fantastic!; August 1, 2011 at 8:37 PM
Cecylia said...: you look divine! So stylish doll!

The food is heaven, I'm drooling :D; August 1, 2011 at 8:46 PM
Oreleona said...: omg the food looks delicious!!! you look beautiful! ireally love ur shoes!! and the clutch!!!; August 1, 2011 at 9:49 PM
Tuesday in Amsterdam said...: Lovely dress! It reminds me of Karla Deras for some reason. You look lovely.; August 1, 2011 at 10:39 PM
Raman said...: food looks amazing!! lovely caftan, perfect for the summer, where did you get it? x Raman

http://viabellafashion.blogspot.com; August 1, 2011 at 11:52 PM
Kerissa said...: Bold and beautiful. Love the pizzazz added by the clutch and the food looks tasty. I'm a Food Network addict. And those earrings are giving me life right now!; August 2, 2011 at 1:21 AM
Melina said...: love your outfit and heels!
xx; August 2, 2011 at 12:58 PM
Unknown said...: You seriously made this caftan look like a million bucks! Gorgeous! And I love the pinned back hair, it looks so sophisticated/classy on you!

Food looked great too!

-Kris

http://thekrisbliss.blogspot.com; August 2, 2011 at 1:49 PM
Velociraptor said...: I love all the details of this outfit, especially the unique clutch... and this food looks SENSATIONAL!!!

tacosandfreecandy.blogspot.com; August 5, 2011 at 3:24 AM
Style Hippie said...: Your dress is so gorgous!!!
Very pretty.
x

www.stylehippie.blogspot.com; August 5, 2011 at 5:08 PM
Unknown said...: sooo beautiful!! sooo beautiful!! following :)

xo Ashleigh

www.thedaileigh.blogspot.com; August 8, 2011 at 8:47 PM
Apple said...: OOO!! What dress! It is magnificent!; August 9, 2011 at 11:03 AM
fashion, style by Pola said...: oh love your blog ssooo much!!! beautiful outfit! visit me to join my GIVEAWAY from GUESS! :)

www.polawear.blogspot.com; August 26, 2011 at 3:33 PM