Cover-Up

Dress:  Blue Life, Bag:  C.Wonder, Necklace:  Nordstrom, Sunnies:  Ray-Ban ~ on SALE!!, Sandals:  J.Crew (similar here)

With Memorial Day right around the corner, we are fast approaching my favorite time of year ~ beach season.  

The beach is my absolute favorite place in the world.  No specific beach, from the tropics to the Jersey shore, I love them all.

When it comes to beach style, I'm not as concerned with my choice of swimsuit as I am about my choice of a great cover-up.  I tend to go with the maxi dress.  They are easy to slip on, usually flowy rather than clingy, and they transition well from the sand bar to the tiki bar.

Swimsuits Direct not only has an extensive array of swimsuits, but has a vast variety of cover-ups to choose from.  Whether you're a maxi gal like me, a romper-wearer, or you don the the more traditional tunic, they've got it all:

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Also ~ see me featured today on my friend Marissa's fabulous blog A Girl's Guilty Pleasures.  Thank you Marissa for the lovely feature!

**Disclosure:  This is a sponsored post.

Daisy

Blazer:  Anthropologie (old, similar here under $25!), Top:  Anthropologie (also loving this one), Skirt:  Urban Outfitters ~ on SALE!!, Shoes:  Valentino, Bag:  Rebecca Minkoff, Earrings:  Gift from my grandmother (similar here for only $12)

Sometimes you just need some dainty daisies to get you through hump day.  Hope everyone is having a great week ~ I'm sure you're all looking forward to the three-day weekend as much as I am!

Cranky Pants

Top:  Aritzia (old, great alternative here), Jeans:  AG via Anthropologie, Shoes:  Tibi, Bag:  Forever 21 (old, similar here), Sunnies:  Forever 21 (similar option here for $5!)

Just a quick post today ~ it was rainy and cold ALL WEEKEND and is supposed to rain straight through until Saturday.  It was hard to find a break in the rain to snap a picture, but I took this before going to dinner at a friend's house on Saturday night.  

I am definitely someone whose mood is easily influenced by the weather and therefore I am feeling a little cranky.  I hope mother nature comes through in time for Memorial Day Weekend!

Windblown

Sweater:  Zara (old, similar here, LOVE this one), Jeans:  J.Crew (old, similar here, LOVE these), Bag:  Marc by Marc Jacobs, Shoes:  Zara (old, identical pair here), Sunnies:  Ray-Ban, Bangle:  Forever 21

We snapped these pictures on Mother's Day last Sunday when we were in Brooklyn visiting my mother.  Whenever I go to see her I seize the opportunity to snap some pictures on the roof of her building.  The views of the East River are breathtaking.  I never learn my lesson though ~ it's always so windy up there and the wise thing to do would be to pull my hair back in a pony ~ but I actually thought this crazy hair shot was pretty funny.

Also, I'm very happy to announce that I'm being featured today on Coffee Beans and Bobby Pins and Face It Catalog.  Thank you lovely ladies for choosing me!

 On another note, I'm still in need of a few more pairs of sandals/flops before the weather really heats up.  
I leave you on this lovely Friday with two more of my picks from the fabulous online shoe store, Infinity Shoes:

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Loving the gold/tan combo.  Which would you choose?

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

*Disclosure:  This is a sponsored post.

Floral Pants

Top:  Madewell, Pants:  Anthropologie (old, this year's version), Clutch:  Anthropologie (old, similar here), Shoes:  Rock & Republic via Kohls, Sunnies:  Ray-Ban, Nails:  Essie "Camera"

I took a different approach on styling my floral pants today.  Normally, I incorporate them into a very romantic, girlie look {as seen here}.  Today I decided to pair them with a utility shirt and silver pumps to edge them up a bit.  They've definitely proved their versatility.
Hope everyone is having a wonderful week!

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Earn Your Stripes

Happy Monday readers!  Today I am delighted to introduce to you Amy of Fashion and Beauty Finds, as we have teamed up to feature one of our favorite spring/summer patterns:  stripes.  I have been following Amy for some time now and feel that her style is very similar to mine.  She loves her brights and is not afraid of some pattern play.

Blazer:  Anthropologie (old, similar here), Dress:  Madewell, Top:  Forever 21, Bag:  C.Wonder, Shoes:  Rock & Republic for Kohls, Sunnies:  Ray-Ban

We were definitely thinking alike when we each decided to pair our black and white stripes with a pop of color.  I love how Amy kept the accessories neutral and added some flavor with her vibrant green top.  The statement necklace adds a little pizazz to an outfit that could easily transition from day to night.  That colorblock clutch is calling my name ~ the gal has definitely earned her stripes!

I went with one of my faves ~ the Madewell Bistro Dress {last seen here}.  The versatility of this dress never ceases to amaze me.  I've worn it to work, to church, to a shower, to the farmer's market, and even for date night.  I changed things up by throwing a blouse on underneath and was really pleased with the way it looked.

Be sure to show Amy some love and visit her over at Fashion and Beauty Finds!