Palm Leaf Party

Top: Marc Jacobs {old, try this or this} // Blazer: Marc Jacobs
// Skirt: Ann Taylor {old, try this or this, and I'm obsessed with this dress}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Bikini so Teeny' // Bracelet: Vintage

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Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Sam Edelman {similar}

Swingin Springin Sixties

The colors alone on the dress just make me smile whenever I put it on, the fact that its oh so retro makes it one of my favorites. Of course, when something is this memorable you can't exactly wear it every day, but when I do it instantly brightens my mood...and most of the time the day too!

Dress: D&G {old but try this or this} // Blazer: Marc Jacobs

Necklaces: Vintage, Baublebar // Ring: Vintage // Nail Polish: Essie 'Russian Roulette'

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Bag: J. Crew // Mary Janes: Zara {try these, dream version here}

Pastel Party

After what seems like a month straight of wearing all black, I decided it was time to give up the Morticia/Lydia Deetz vibe and lighten up a bit. Rather than sneak in a little pastel accessory here and there, I figured I'd do a full 180 and channel my inner Easter egg.

So not only am I rocking head to toe pastels, but I've also thrown in pearls, pleats and a peplum for good measure {oh my!} Of course, when they cold and grey days inevitably come back, I'll likely be back on the all black bandwagon, but it felt nice to lighten up for once!

Peplum Top: J. Crew // Belt: J. Crew {similar here and here} // Skirt: Dolce & Gabbana {try this or this}

Blazer: Marc Jacobs

Earrings: Betsey Johnson // Bracelet: J. Crew

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Bag: J. Crew // Shoes: Zara {sold out but try these or these}

Oops I Did it Again...

I was racking my brain trying to think of a title when the Britney song popped into my head...and now its probably in yours too{sorry!} Not only am I wearing the same jacket as Wednesday's post {not that scandalous} but {gasp!!} I'm also wearing the exact same color combination as I did in that very same post. Totally by accident. Apparently my memory is so short term that I can't even remember what I wore this week...or I just like the color combination.

Whether its a potential fashion rut on the horizon or not, its time to mix things up a bit more! 

Jacket: Zara {similar but long sleeves} // Top: Marc by Marc Jacobs {love this one}
// Pants: Zara {need these next}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Thigh High' 

Ring: Consignment // Earrings: World Market // Bracelet: Vintage from my Grandmother

Bags:  Forever21, 3.1 Phillip Lim // Jacket: H&M // Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo

Aztec Gold

While it looks more like paisley from afar, its actually a cool Aztec inspired print, with that wonderful retro vibe I do love so much. No shocker here but my accessories are...gold! Ok, so maybe not points for creativity, but this dress makes me so happy I don't care. Did I mention it has pockets?

Dress: Trina Turk {try this or this} // Blazer: Marc Jacobs

Necklaces: Max & Chloe // Gift from Parents {try this zodiac one at BaubleBar}

Nail Polish: Essie "Where's My Chauffeur?" // Bracelet: HRH Collection

Heels: Pour La Victoire

City Safari

I'm a sucker for a good consignment score (well, who isn't?) so when I found this top and skirt at Secondi, totaling less than $100, I couldn't resist. While I always find cute items there, it can still be a little pricey for this gal. My lavender Milly jacket ended up matching really well-- a pleasant surprise since it was before my morning espresso.

I love how sometimes all it takes are a few new-to-me items to make old stand-bys feel fresh again. Of course, shopping in my own closet is why I always have a hard time getting rid of anything (hey, a silver sequin tunic will be practical one day.) 

One day, I'll be ruthless and commit to The Great Closet Purge. One day.

Jacket: Milly {similar and on sale here!} // Top: J. Crew {love this sequin tank version}

// Skirt: Milly {similar}

Necklace: Etsy // Bracelets: J. Crew

Purse: Marc Jacobs Stam // Sandals: Vince Camuto

Orange Crush

Based on the bright color alone, I adore the dress, but the fact that I can literally thrown it on in 5 seconds and manage to look put together? Well, that makes it one of my magic dresses. What, your clothes don't have special powers? You are seriously missing out.

The simple {but wonderfully cut} style of the dress means that its the perfect backdrop for my amazing chain necklace{last seen here}, which could probably be classified as a weapon in some states***

Dress: Tibi {almost identical}  // Necklace: BaubleBar // 

Watch: Michael Kors 'Oversized Runway' // Cuff: Forever21 {similar}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Watermelon'

My photos do not do this necklace justice...it is stunning!

Bag: Marc Jacobs 'Stam' // Ballet Flats: Sofft

***Of course, D. C. is not a state, so I am totally in the clear no matter what

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

Mama Wants a Brand New Bag

Spring usually means pretty pastel ladylike bags that are as light and airy as the weather. I don't know whether its the fact that I still haven't been able to put away my winter coats, or that I don't want my bag to blend in, but I can't get the idea of a bright red bag out of my head.

If I had a dream red bag, it would certainly be one of these!

Which one is your favorite?

Valentino leather shoulder bag

Reed krakoff bag

Marc jacobs shoulder bag

Alexander Wang Rocco

CÉLINE mini tote

PROENZA SCHOULER Ps1 Med Python Neon Red

Belts Make Everything Better

Even though this leather wrap belt may be one of my favorite things ever (for proof just read my post on it) I don't often break it out. Not only does it keep the sweater from making me look like a bag lady, it provides a much needed pop of color. Waist definition and makes the outfit? Ok, I'll take it.

Sweater: BCBG {this Joie one is close} // Long Sleeve Shirt: H&M //

Faux Leather Skirt: Max Studio {similar here} // Belt: Giorgio Armani {try this or this}

Coat: J. Crew Plaza Coat // Bag: Marc Jacobs

I really should not have to wear a wool coat when its officially spring. Not cool Mother Nature, not cool.

Rings: Vintage finds from Ebay // Nailpolish: Opi Cha Ching Cherry and Essie Lilacism 

Urban Jungle

Do not adjust your screens, I am in fact wearing short sleeves in January! Apparently Mother Nature is trying to make up for the bone-chilling weather of last week with today and tomorrow's "heatwave." 

Perhaps its the warm weather that's gotten me thinking about jungles and the tropics...or I just haven't worn this dress in a while. Either way, I'll take it. 

Dress: Marc by Marc Jacobs Panthera Silk Jacquard Dress {Last year but found this one and this one}

I love this dress because I can throw it on and feel put together even when I'm not-- it only feels like I'm wearing pj's. If you really want this exact one, just keep an eye out on ebay.

Details: Marc by Marc Jacobs Panther Dress  // Necklace: Fenton Fallon for J. Crew {Old but you could layer this one  and this one  for a similar feel)  // Ring: From Ambiance in San Francisco {similar here}

Oxford Booties: Imposter {old from Loehmann's but similar here and here}

Now, go enjoy the sun!