Time for the Tropics

No, I'm not on my way to an island getaway that I somehow forgot to mention (I wish), but I am loving the tropical print on my skirt. After seeing palm prints everywhere this season, I was on a mission to make it my own, just at a much more reasonable price point.

Now I could have scoured the internet and stores alike for hours on end (as if I haven't done that before), but instead went straight to ebay. I can't even list all of the amazing finds I've scored on there, from vintage rings to new with tags Tibi! This little number popped right up-- Ann Taylor of all places and under $10! Done and done.

Hopefully it will help tide me over until I DO finally go on the tropical vacation of my dreams...

Blazer: Marc Jacobs // Blouse: Elizabeth & James // Skirt: Ann Taylor {similar or try shorts}

Bracelets: Oia Jules, J. Crew 

Necklaces: Max & Chloe, Zodiac charm {gift}

Heels: Pour La Victoire

La Vie en Rose

There are lots of things I love; sunshine, chocolate, driving with the windows down, champagne, I could go on and on. One of my absolute favorite things though is really a place-- France, especially Paris. Its always been a magical place to me, ever since my first trip when I was 15 {Can't even believe how long ago that was!} The food alone would be enough to hook you, but the fashion? Ooh la la indeed!

While I may never master the elusive art of French women's style, it doesn't stop me from trying! Black and white stripes always get me in a Parisian state of mind, and well, I just love how it makes the red really pop! 

Hey, its cheaper than a plane ticket...

Blouse: Gant {try this or this} // Skirt: Asos

Trying to show off the tulle skirt {similar}, but looks more like I'm attempting the Can-Can

Necklaces: Max & Chloe, vintage gold chains

Bracelets: J. Crew Wide Bangle // J. Crew Classic Pave

Jean Jacket: Zara {similar} // Ballet Flats: Pour La Victoire {try these or these}

Studs, Stripes, and a Semi-Suit

This outfit combines plenty of old stand-by's, but hopefully in a slightly different way. This is again my attempt at creating a suit-like look without being too matchy. What can I say, a girl needs options!

Blazer: Theory {similar} // Top: Zara {try this J. Crew one} // Skirt: H&M 

Necklace: Max & Chloe Monogram Disc // Watch : Michael Kors  // Earrings: Sorrelli

{I love a good stud}

Bracelets: Oia Jules // J. Crew Classic Pave

Heels: Manolo Blahnik {try these and these are AMAZING}

A Perfect Pair: Camo + Leather

I have a slight obsession with Equipment blouses, and by slight, I obviously mean HUGE. When I want to look put together but not like I'm trying too hard, they never fail. Their fabrics and prints are fantastic, like this one and the floral I wore here. I'm currently crushing on this heart print and the amazing cut-outs on this one. Speaking of cut-outs, I have their Nixie blouse in nude but seriously need it in black--I love pairing it with leather shorts. Don't even get me started on the fact that they now make sweaters...

Blouse: Equipment {Sheer version here and I also love this t-shirt} // Skirt: H&M {old but similar here and here} // Earrings: Sorrelli 

Blazer: Juicy Couture {old but love this and a more affordable option by J. Crew}

Fur Poncho: Vintage find in San Francisco 

{Yes, I really did say fur poncho}

Necklaces {from top to bottom}: Astrology sign charm {gift but similar}, Max and Chloe Monogram Disc, Chinese Good Luck charm {gift but try this or this}

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