Surfs Up

My love for all clothing made from neoprene knows no bounds, and this skirt is no exception. Its lightweight, but still holds it shape. Most magical of all of its properties though, you can spill wine on yourself and it doesn't leave a spot {not speaking from experience of course...}

T-shirt: J. Crew {so comfy I got it in black too} 

// Skirt: J. Crew {same version in solid color here-- both are on sale!}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Bottle Service'

Shoes: Zara

Petal Party

Dress: Trina Turk {try this or this} // Jacket: J. Crew

Necklace: Forever21 // Bracelet: Banana Republic // Ring: Vintage {from my Grandmother}

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Nail Polish: Essie 'Baby's Breath'

Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Manolo Blahnik {almost identical here and here}

Preppy Party

Today we discuss another object of my obsession, the Rag & Bone Talia sweater. From the second I saw it I haven't gotten it out of my head...however I also haven't got almost $400 to spend on a sweater. Le sigh. I searched endlessly on ebay for something that would even come close, but no such luck. This Tibi cutie certainly has the same tennis player vibe, but more of a nice good girl way, not chic Parisian way.

I finally found a copycat version on Nasty Gal {so wrong...yet so right} and waited to long to order. Magically last weekend it came back in stock and I've made it mine! Its already out of stock AGAIN but check back in case they re-stock...

Sweater: Tibi // Skirt: Zara // Jacket: Gap {try this or this}

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Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Sam Edelman {love these}

Hot Child in the City

This is the first of what I am sure will be many posts that could fall under this title, but you gotta somewhere right? Also, the song just happens to be currently stuck in my head...and now, likely yours too. (You're welcome!) I'm sure in a month I'll look back fondly at a mere 90 degree day, but right now I'm pretty sure this is what the Wicked Witch meant when she screamed she was 'melting.'

So without further ado, my lessons for surviving the heat:

1) Stay Inside.

2) If 1 is not possible, wear a dress.*

3) Hydrate (water and champagne work wonders!)

Linen Jacket: James Perse {try this or this} // Dress: Aryeh {similar, but this is a dream version}
// Necklace: Vintage from my Mom {similar}

Bracelets: J. Crew Golden Gears // DIY {try layering this}

Ballet Flats: Report // Nail Polish: Essie Hip-Anema

*shorts are obviously encouraged (for boys and girls!) but at least for me, are not office appropriate (sigh...)

Lily of the Northwest

Blouse: J. Crew {old but try this, this or this} // Sweater: J. Crew Tippi // Skirt: Zara {try this or this} 

// Bracelet: J. Crew

{Perhaps I should have titled the post 'Ode to J. Crew'?}

Collar: Asos {similar from Baublebar} // Beaded Necklace: Urban Outfitters {love this one

 from Anthropologie}

Shoes: FS/NY Passport

The surprise Lilies from my mom yesterday must have influenced this morning's skirt choice

****If you don't get the title then just listen to this so we can still be friends****

Everything's Coming Up Roses

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, its 70 degrees out...Ok, two out of three isn't too shabby. When I woke up this morning I just wanted to dress happy, so naturally, I put on a {short!} floral favorite. While I love rocking all black as much as the next girl, sometimes I just don't want to blend in even one bit. 

Even though two years old certainly doesn't qualify as vintage, I like the 60's vibe to the dress. Flower Power indeed!

Dress: Forever21 {Could try this, this, and I love this even though its way more}

Watch: Michael Kors Golden Oversized Runway // Earrings: Sorrelli Pyramid Hoop Earring

Sadly though, it will mainly be covered up today thanks to its mini length. Whether its true or not, I've always felt that adding opaque tights and blazer makes almost anything more work appropriate.

Blazer: Theory {Similar here, here and here}

Bracelet: From a since closed vintage store in DC {Try this or this}