Leaving On A Jet Plane

Top:  Zara (old, great alternative here), Pants:  Forever 21 (old, similar here, here ), Shoes:  Tory Burch, Bag:  C.Wonder, Belt:  Madewell (similar), Sunnies:  Forever 21 (similar here, here for $5)

I'm not really leaving on a jet plane so maybe I should have titled the post 'posing with a jet plane'?  Nah, doesn't have the same ring to it.

I do, however, wish that I had picked up this bag before I left on a plane to go to Florida last month.  The day before we departed, I realized that I could not find my beach bag anywhere.  I searched high and low.  It was too late to buy another {not too many places selling beach bags mid-April in NJ anyway}, so I went without and used an old tote.  Of course as soon as I get home I discover the perfect beach bag ~ oh, the irony.

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!

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!

Cool, Calm, And Collected

Top:  J.Crew (similar), Jeans:  Henry & Belle c/o PB&J Boutique, Shoes:  Anthropologie, Bag:  Louis Vuitton (loving this similar bag for under $60!), Hat:  Urban Outfitters (old, similar here), Sunnies:  Ray-Ban

I may look cool, calm, and collected in this picture, but in fact I'm freaking out because I'm super-clumsy and about to fall from this window ledge {only about 5' off the ground}.  At least it made for an interesting shot!

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

If The Shoe Fits...

Dress:  ASOS, Shoes:  J.Crew ~ not online yet (similar here, here in mellow yellow, LOVE this slingback version for $45!!), Clutch:  Etsy (old, similar here), Necklace:  Unknown (similar here, here for $8!!), Sunnies:  Ray-Ban, Nails:  Essie "Camera"

I spotted these shoes a few weeks ago at my local J.Crew store {love at first sight}.  To my dismay, the shoes were not for sale, but were merely a sample {what a tease}.  So I did what any normal shopaholic would do;  I hunted them down.

Happy hump day!

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