Sunday Brunch

There is nothing I love more than a last-minute invitation. The surprise. The spontaneity. The chance to dress up. So when that happy little bling sounded on my laptop, I was delighted to see it was my Man About Town, inviting me to brunch.

La Patisserie, Hotel Bennett

It's been a bit cold and dreary here in Charleston and bare legs were out of the question. And who says you have to wear pastels to brunch? 

The outfit I chose was about as far as you can get from what my mother called "Sunday Go To Meetin' Clothes." The chilly temps were a great excuse to try out my latest risky, fun buy, vegan leather pants. One of the many rewarding bonuses of thrifting is trying edgy pieces you would not ordinarily spend the money to purchase. If your outfit looks atrocious on you, sell it, donate it, and you have only spent a few dollars. In this case, $4.

My blue velvet scarf is longer than I am tall. Perfect for bundling against the wind.

We brunched on King Street and then decided we would take a walk and visit the newest hotel to open in Charleston. Hotel Bennett did not disappoint. Miami Deco meets Hollywood boudoir. 

The insanely over-the-top, metallic wallpaper makes me swoon. 

This is sure to become one of the most Instagrammed spots in Charleston, and we were there the hour it opened. We saw at least a dozen friends who had all come out to appraise and support Charleston's latest attraction.

A completely fun, spontaneous day. Charleston: go out for brunch; return home at 9:00 p.m.

Scarf: Waist Not Want Not, $10 
Vegan leather pants: H&M, Community Thrift, $4
Shoes: Madden, Community Thrift, $4
Top: friend's closet, $15
Patent leather handbag: Forever 21, $20