Embriodered

Dress:  Zara (old, similar here, here, LOVE this one), Shoes:  Zara (old, great alternative here, here), Bag:  Forever 21, Belt:  Forever 21(similar)

I had a fabulous long weekend this past weekend filled with fun and festivities, fireworks, friends, and family.  

My mother bought me this dress last year and I was never 100% sure about it.  I do not do well with shapeless dresses.  I have such a slender, boyish figure that they usually don't do much for me.  I was about to list it on eBay when I thought 'let me just see how it looks belted'.  So happy that I tried it before listing because I just love the way it looks.  It gives the dress a more casual look.  I'll definitely be wearing this cute summery number to some showers I have coming up! 

Baby, You're A Firework

Tank:  James Perse, Skirt:  Francesca's Collection (old, cute option here), Nails:  Essie "Camera"

Hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July.  Independence day is probably my favorite holiday after Christmas.  My husband and I usually spend the weekend down the shore with friends, but since the area surrounding our shore house is still pretty devastated, we decided to stay local this year.  

We went to visit my mother yesterday and watched the NYC fireworks from her Brooklyn rooftop.  It was such a beautiful and clear night.  We had a great time.  The rest of the weekend will be one big party at the lake with friends and family.  

How are you spending this nice LONG holiday weekend?

Smooches

Top:  J.Crew ~ almost sold out online (love this seahorse top, similar pricy option here), Skirt:  H&M (old, loving this one, similar here), Shoes:  Steve Madden, Clutch:  c/o GiGi New York, Sunnies:  Ray-Ban, Earrings:  Gift from my grandmother (similar here)

I've been wearing a lot of blue and white lately.  I guess I would consider them my go-to summer colors.

I had my eye on this seahorse tee for a while before I finally decided to purchase.  I snagged it on sale last week for under $20 ~ too good to resist!

When I brought it home my husband said it looks like something my grandmother would have packed to take with her to Florida for the winter.  Had me in hysterics ~ I wonder sometimes where he comes up with this stuff?!?  Gotta love a guy's opinion about women's fashion!

Guest Post

Hello and happy Monday readers!  Just a quick preview today because I'm guest blogging over at House of Jeffers while my fellow NJ girl, Jen, is enjoying some R&R in Cape Cod.  Stop by her blog  HERE to check out the full post!

Top:  J.Crew (old, LOVE this peplum version), Jeans:  Henry & Belle c/o PB&J Boutique, Shoes:  Zara (similar here), Necklace:  Panacea, Clutch:  Etsy (old, ssimilar here), Nails:  Essie "Blanc"

Take Two

Top:  J.Crew (old, similar here, lining this sleeveless version), Skirt:  c/o eShakti, Shoes:  Steve Madden, Bag:  Unknown (similar here), Earrings:  Tory Burch, Sunnies:  Ray-Ban

When I put these pictures up on the computer I started to ask myself 'where had I seen this outfit before?'  It then occurred to me that this ensemble is strikingly similar to what I wore the last time I styled this skirt {see here}.  I hope you will all forgive me.  I will point out though, that I did try something a little out of my comfort zone by knotting the top rather than tucking it into the skirt.  I'm a big tucker, but I like the knotted look with this super high-waisted number.

Also, I finally broke down and bought these Steve Madden "Realove" heels.  Originally I had purchased a similar pair from Zara, but they just weren't comfortable for me {the straps were a little tight on my toes}.  I'm so happy that I went with these because they are comfortable and cute and reasonably priced.  

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

Strange post title, I know, but appropriate for the subject of today's post.  I don't know if you have heard already, but as of July 1, Google Reader RSS {that includes GFC} will cease to exist.  That's right, no more daily updates from your favorite blogs sent to you via email.  

Top:  H&M (similar here, LOVE this one), Skirt:  c/o PB&J Boutique, Shoes:  J.Crew, Bag:  Anthropologie (old, simlar), Belt:  Madewell (identical one here), Necklace:  Helen Ficalora, Sunnies: Ray-Ban

Before the panic sets in {I can feel it through the computer screen}, I'd like to propose an alternative ~ Bloglovin'.  I have always followed my daily reads via Bloglovin'.  To me, it is an easy way to keep them organized and categorized.  

Also, to make the switch easier, the creators of Bloglovin' have set up an easy, two-click way for you to import the blogs you follow from Google Reader right to their site.  You'll have to set up an account first, but that should be quick and painless.  Click HERE to get started and good luck {only takes about 15 mins}.