Feminine Details

Friday, June 30, 2017

striped button up shirt with scallop trim, white floral pencil skirt, cognac brown tote, brown suede sandals
striped button up shirt with scallop trim, white floral pencil skirt, cognac brown tote
striped button up shirt with scallop trim, white floral pencil skirt, cognac brown tote, brown suede sandals
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar - 50% off w/code JUSTBEACHY; similar - 50% off w/code SPARKLER)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
necklace: gift from aunt (similar - on sale)
shirt: Banana Republic Riley-fit stripe scallop shirt - sz 2 (sold here - extra 50% off)
ring: Elizabeth and James Windrose (sold at Bloomingdale's - 59% off / Shopbop; similar; similar - 50% off w/code SPARKLER)
skirt: LOFT floral lace pencil skirt (similar - on sale)
bag: J.Crew Downing tote (great dupe; similar; similar - on sale)
nail polish on toes: Cynthia Rowley (similar)
shoes: Gap ankle-strap suede sandal - TTS, sz 6 (sold here - 40% off w/code JULY; similar - on sale)

Bright Blue / Sunny Yellow

Wednesday, June 28, 2017

bright blue pleated sleeveless top, yellow crossbody bag, white shorts, nude flip flops
bright blue pleated sleeveless top, yellow crossbody bag, white shorts
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - 50% off w/code SPARKLER)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
top: Banana Republic cinched waist pleated top - sz 2 (sold here - $20; similar)
bracelet: J.Crew Factory gold and crystal link bracelet (sold here - 50% off; similar - extra 25% off w/code SUMMER)
shorts: Old Navy pixie chino shorts (3 1/2") - sz 2 (sold here - on sale)
bag: J.Crew Signet bag in Italian leather in sun (sold here - 25% off w/code SUMMER)
shoes: Old Navy faux-leather capri sandals (this season's sold here - on sale; similar - on sale)

Scallop / Scallop

Monday, June 26, 2017

striped shirt with scallops, navy skirt with scalloped hem, cognac brown tote, light pink loafers
striped shirt with scallops, navy skirt with scalloped hem, cognac brown tote
striped shirt with scallops, navy skirt with scalloped hem, cognac brown tote, light pink loafers
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - 40% off w/code FLASH)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
shirt: Banana Republic Riley-fit stripe scallop shirt - sz 2 (sold here - extra 40% off w/code SUNSHINE)
watch: The Horse Original watch in rose gold/blush (sold here; similar - on sale; similar)
skirt: LOFT pocket scalloped skirt - sz 0 (may still be in stores; similar; similar)
bag: J.Crew Downing tote (great dupe; similar; similar - on sale)
shoes: M.Gemi The Pastoso in blush - sz 6.5 (sold here; similar - on sale)

The Blues

Saturday, June 24, 2017

navy silky top, striped paper bag pencil skirt with bow tie, taupe clutch
navy silky top, striped paper bag pencil skirt with bow tie, taupe clutch, brown suede sandals
navy silky top, striped paper bag pencil skirt with bow tie, taupe clutch, brown suede sandals
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar - 40% off w/code ALLOUT; similar - $15)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
top: Zara top with layered hem and yoke (similar)
bracelet: Ann Taylor modern classic skinny bangle (similar - 5% off; similar)
skirt: Ann Taylor seersucker paper bag skirt - sz 2P (sold here - extra 40% off w/code ALLOUT)
clutch: Gucci swing leather continental wallet (similar - on sale; similar)
nail polish on toes: Cynthia Rowley (similar)
shoes: Gap ankle-strap suede sandal - TTS, sz 6 (sold here - extra 25% off w/code BONUS; similar - on sale)

As Simple As It Gets

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

There are some outfits, no matter how simple, that you just feel absolutely confident in. Today's is such an example. Keeping the color palette classic (grays/browns/blacks), accessories to a minimum (a bag counts, right?), and choosing something with an interesting enough detail (twisted top), and voila! An outfit that I will for sure wear over and over again.

gray twisted top, black skinny jeans, cognac brown tote, leopard flats
gray twisted top, black skinny jeans, cognac brown tote, leopard flats
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - $15)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
top: Gibson twist front cozy fleece pullover in lavender - sz XS (sold here; similar)
jeans: LOFT knit denim leggings (similar - extra 40% off; similar - 20% off)
bag: J.Crew Downing tote (great dupe; similar; similar - on sale)
shoes: Nine West Shindig (similar - on sale; similar)

All Things Nautical

Monday, June 19, 2017

striped tie back sleeveless top, navy skirt with scallop hem, canvas tote, brown suede sandals
striped tie back sleeveless top, navy skirt with scallop hem, canvas tote
striped tie back sleeveless top, navy skirt with scallop hem, canvas tote, brown suede sandals
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar - on sale w/code MYSTERY; similar)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
top: LOFT striped tie back shell - sz XXS (sold here - 50% off w/code FLASH)
bracelet: Madewell knot cuff (similar; similar)
phone case: H&M (great dupe; similar)
skirt: LOFT pocket scalloped skirt - sz 0 (sold here - extra 50% off w/code FLASH; similar; similar)
bag: Madewell canvas transport tote (sold at Madewell / Nordstrom / Shopbop - 40% off; similar)
nail polish on toes: Cynthia Rowley (similar)
shoes: Gap ankle-strap suede sandal - TTS, sz 6 (sold here - 40% off w/code SWEET; similar - on sale w/code MYSTERY; similar - on sale)

Wrapped in Florals

Saturday, June 17, 2017

denim jacket, white tee, floral wrap skirt, canvas tote, brown suede sandals
denim jacket, white tee, floral wrap skirt, canvas tote
denim jacket, white tee, floral wrap skirt, canvas tote, brown suede sandals
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar - 50% off w/code SUNSOUT; similar - 40% off w/code NEWNOW)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
jacket: Abercrombie & Fitch denim (similar - 40% off w/code HAPPY; similar)
top: Everlane the women's V tee - sz XS (sold here; similar - on sale)
ring: Elizabeth and James Windrose (sold at Bloomingdale's - 52% off / Shopbop; similar; similar - 40% off w/code NEWNOW)
phone case: H&M (great dupe; similar)
skirt: Madewell ruffle-wrap midi skirt in shadowpetal - sz 0 (sold here - on sale)
bag: Madewell canvas transport tote (sold at Madewell / Nordstrom / Shopbop - 40% off; similar)
nail polish on toes: NYC New York Color in french white tip (sold here)
shoes: Gap ankle-strap suede sandal - TTS, sz 6 (sold here - 40% off w/code HAPPY; similar - 50% off w/code SUNSOUT; similar - on sale)

Mediterranean Blue

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

navy tweed jacket, bright blue pleated top, skinny jeans, cognac brown tote, brown loafers
navy tweed jacket, bright blue pleated top, skinny jeans, cognac brown tote
navy tweed jacket, bright blue pleated top, skinny jeans, cognac brown tote, brown loafers
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - 40% off w/code NEWNOW)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
jacket: LOFT fringe tweed jacket (similar - on sale; similar)
top: Banana Republic cinched waist pleated top - sz 2 (sold here - 40% off)
bracelet: Ann Taylor modern classic skinny bangle (similar; similar)
phone case: H&M (great dupe; similar)
jeans: Articles of Society Mya skinny jeans in Tahoe (other washes sold here)
bag: J.Crew Downing tote (great dupe; similar; similar - on sale)
shoes: Tory Burch Ludlow driver (similar)

Twisted / Scalloped

Monday, June 12, 2017

red baseball cap, gray twisted front top, black scalloped shorts, black tote, gray espadrilles
red baseball cap, gray twisted front top, black scalloped shorts, black tote
Grace Gift Tsum Tsum espadrilles - Pooh and Piglet
red baseball cap, gray twisted front top, black scalloped shorts, black tote, gray espadrilles
hat: MLB Washington Nationals cap (this season's sold here)
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - $18)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Rouge Creme creamy high pigmented lipstick in C211 rose wood (sold here)
top: Gibson twist front cozy fleece pullover in lavender - sz XS (sold here; similar)
shorts: H&M shorts with scalloped hems - sz 6 (sold here; similar)
bag: Longchamp large Le Pliage (sold at Nordstrom / Bloomingdale's)
shoes: Grace Gift Tsum Tsum espadrilles - sz 37 (sold here)

Paperbag Skirt

Friday, June 09, 2017

beige tweed jacket, mixed metal necklace, lavender top, striped paperbag pencil skirt with bow sash, taupe clutch, suede sandals with jewels
beige tweed jacket, mixed metal necklace, lavender top, striped paperbag pencil skirt with bow sash, taupe clutch
beige tweed jacket, mixed metal necklace, lavender top, striped paperbag pencil skirt with bow sash, taupe clutch, suede sandals with jewels
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - $18)
lips: TOUS Colors in 02
necklace: Ann Taylor pearlized stone statement necklace (similar; similar)
jacket: Zara textured tweed frock coat - sz XS (sold here)
top: Ann Taylor pima cotton boatneck tee in true lavender - sz S (sold here)
ring: Elizabeth and James Windrose (sold at Bloomingdale's - 57% off / Shopbop; similar)
skirt: Ann Taylor seersucker paper bag skirt - sz 2P (sold here - 40% off w/code SHOP40)
clutch: Gucci swing leather continental wallet (similar - on sale; similar)
nail polish on toes: NYC New York Color in french white tip (sold here)
shoes: Alexandre Birman Clarita jeweled suede & python flat sandals (similar - 30% off; similar; similar - 40% off)

Light and Airy

Tuesday, June 06, 2017

light pink sweater, wildflower cuff, taupe clutch, floral ruffle-wrap midi skirt, bow ballerina flats
light pink sweater, wildflower cuff, floral ruffle-wrap midi skirt
light pink sweater, wildflower cuff, taupe clutch, floral ruffle-wrap midi skirt, bow ballerina flats
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - $18)
lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in N9 (sold here)
top: Banana Republic long-sleeve cozy top (similar - 40% off w/code TODAYONLY)
bracelet: Banana Republic wildflower cuff (similar - extra 20% off w/code BRMORE)
skirt: Madewell ruffle-wrap midi skirt in shadowpetal - sz 0 (sold at Madewell - on sale / Nordstrom)
clutch: Gucci swing leather continental wallet (similar - on sale; similar)
shoes: Valentino bow ballerina flats (similar; similar)

Morning at the Park

Saturday, June 03, 2017

Remember what I said about the potential for sporadic blog posts while I deal with taking the Metro to and from work? Well, that really hasn't been happening. I'm probably posting a tad less frequently, but there hasn't been any prolong gaps between posts. The reason being... I've found a tripod solution in the form of a tabletop version!

Luckily there are plenty of ledges to be found during my commute, so it's almost as painless to set up as my regular tripod. My only must-have criteria during the search was a tripod that could handle both landscape and portrait orientations (turns out this single criteria weeded out most contenders.) The tripod collapses to only 7" in height and is so lightweight that I can easily slip it inside my purse with my other belongings. I've only been using tote-style bags for work because I'm often carrying a combination of laptop + lunch + umbrella + camera. Unfortunately that means all my smaller purses are sitting in my closet collecting dust... but that's a dilemma for another day.

long camel cardigan, burgundy red sleeveless top, navy lace mini skirt, canvas tote, brown sandals
long camel cardigan, burgundy red sleeveless top, navy lace mini skirt, canvas tote
long camel cardigan, burgundy red sleeveless top, navy lace mini skirt, canvas tote, brown sandals
sunglasses: Ann Taylor Lakeside sunglasses (similar; similar - $18)
lips: TOUS Colors in 02
sweater: Caslon collegiate v-neck cardigan (similar; similar)
top: J.Crew Factory sleeveless blouse (similar - on sale; similar - on sale)
bracelet: Giles & Brother skinny crystal railroad spike bracelet (sold here)
phone case: H&M (great dupe; similar)
skirt: J.Crew daisy lace mini (similar - extra 20% off w/code BETTER)
bag: Madewell canvas transport tote (sold at Madewell / Nordstrom / Shopbop - 40% off; similar)
nail polish on toes: NYC New York Color in french white tip (sold here)
shoes: LOFT Vaughn t-strap sandals (great dupe)

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