May Flowers

Things were getting bad guys. I was starting to feel like I would never ever ever see the sun again. Yes I am a tad overly dramatic, but like most people, the weather really influences my mood. My winter hibernation had finally ended and I did not want to fall back down that rabbit hole again.

Luckily, the truism was right-- All of our April showers were rewarded with, yes, May flowers. So what better way to celebrate sunshine and spring than sporting flowers and an abundance of Kelly green?

Sweater: J. Crew Tippi // Skirt: Ruth {super old but I love this and this one} 

// Necklace: Banana Republic {old but similar here}

Watch:  Michael Kors Golden Oversized Runway  // Ring: Vintage // 

Nail Polish: Essie "Off the Shoulder"

Love the clasp on the necklace!

Bracelet: Present from Mom ages ago {try this or this}

Ballet Flats: Report

Paisley Party

I love bold patterns, bright colors, and clothes that are crazy comfortable but still look fancy. This D&G dress has all three! Seriously, I could sleep in it (but won't), its just that comfy. I had been eyeing it on Gilt for a long time but was still out of my price range...until it went on super sale. 

The material and pattern were even more wonderful than I expected, and its one of these ever elusive easy to dress up or down pieces. Its a perfect transitional dress for the crazy temperatures we've been having. My only regret is that I don't have it in more patterns!

Blazer: Kulson {try this or this} // Dress: D&G {similar here and here but adore this}

Fishnets: Wolford // Bracelets: J. Crew, Oia Jules 

// Nail Polish: Essie 'Off the Shoulder'

Heels: Pour La Victoire 

Fancy Friday

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Its here. For real. Its actually Friday! Ok, my weekend started yesterday afternoon but I am still jumping for joy (no really, I did this morning) that the weekend is here. I'm going to the Kreeger Museum for the first time ever (yes, I've lived in DC my whole life...) and then off to get my hair done. Pretty much a perfect day off.

The only thing missing is this dress.

I hope your day flies by and your weekend is filled with fun (or sleep...or both!)

Pajama Party

I love pretty much anything that Rag & Bone makes, but my bank account does not. So when I found this pajama style top at Loehmann's on crazy clearance I couldn't believe my luck! I add some of the chunkiest jewelry I have to make sure that people know I'm not actually wearing pajamas...

Top: Rag & Bone {similar} // Coated skinnies: Zara {similar} // Necklace: BaubleBar

Ring: Consignment find {try this or this} // Cuff: Random find on Ebay {similar here but the dream is Hermes obvi} // Nail Polish: Face Stockholm for J. Crew 'Glowing, Glowing, Gone'

Ballet Flats: Cole Haan {similar}

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}

Camo Chameleon

While I had an army vest, 2 blouses and a jacket, what I didn't have was a camo jacket. Shocking I know. I'd been wanting one for while, but just wasn't sure if it really would work on me, which means I wasn't about to spend a lot. Wonder of wonders, I stumbled into Urban Outfitters while killing time before a haircut and BAM! Just what I had been looking for. Oh, and did I mention it was 75% off?

Fate, I tell ya, fate.

Jacket: ByCorpus // Sweater: 525 America {try this or this} // Pants: Zara {try these or these}

Necklace: Target {try this or this} // Bracelet: Forever21 {similar}

Nail Polish: Essie "Penny Talk"

Metallic Loafers: FS/NY {try these or these}

Fancy Friday

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With everything going on this week, I was thinking at first that I'd forgo the usual weekly post with some frilly frothy dress, waxing poetic on issues like twirlability. Then I thought about how we all might need a distraction, no matter how small, to lift the clouds a little.

No political statements here or social commentary. Just get out and do something, anything, with the ones around you. Its easy to forget how lucky we are not to be alone.

Dynamic Duo

There are lots of famous duos-- Peanut Butter and Jelly, Yin and Yang, Sonny and Cher -- but I think one of the most perfect is that of denim and leather. It can be ladylike one minute and then badass the next. Each material is so versatile on its own, so together they are unstoppable. Plus, it helps if you have at least 2-3 versions of each (in my world at least.)





Shirt: J. Crew // Tank: C&C California // Skirt: H&M {try this or this and I just bought this}
// Watch: Michael Kors Oversized Chronograph


Ring: Consignment Store {try this or this} // Bracelets: BaubleBar {try this}, J. Crew Factory
Nail Polish: Essie "Under Where?"


Necklace: Forever21{similar here and here}


Shoes: Naughty Monkey {try these or these}

I Pity the Fool

...Who doesn't get this reference. Sure I may not look much like Mr. T (I hope!), but I sure give him a run for his money in the jewelry department. The necklace and bracelet were actually DIY, and so easy its almost criminal (Step 1, buy chains and lobster clasps. Step 2, attach.)

I'd been lusting over this dress, and of course ALL Tibi, for a while, and when I saw it oh super sale at Shopbop I couldn't resist. After years of denial, I then finally understood the importance of a good tailor, but that's another story (and a very boring one at that.) So, without further ado...

Dress: Tibi // Jean Jacket: Zara {similar}

Bag: Marc Jacobs // Necklace: DIY // Bracelets: J. Crew and DIY

Shoes: Report // Bag: Forever21 {Obviously this Valentino is the dream}

{The discovery of the bag was all thanks to Allison from Chain Strap Purse}

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}

Fancy Friday

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Is it just me or has this week flown by? If only time would slow down for the weekend, but that's rarely how it works (till I figure out time travel of course.)

Spring finally being here not only means warmer temperatures, but also signifies the end of my hibernation mode! I'm once again excited to wander around DC, explore new restaurants and exhibits, and absorb every minute of sunlight.

No matter what's on the agenda though, the time is always right for a little elegance and a lot of tulle!...

Have a great weekend!