Cropped tops have been making a comeback since last spring and it doesn’t appear that they’ll be leaving soon. I don’t own one yet, but if the right one comes my way I might just snatch it up. In other news, I have a crush on this skirt. Today’s inspiration: Motel Lolita Crop Top ($34.00), Ella Moss Maxi Skirt ($178.00), Wendy Mink Blue Layered Necklace ($245.00), Hermann Clutch ($129.00), J. Renee Spruce Thong Sandal ($40.00), Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter in Tutti Fruitti ($8.95), Essie Nail Polish in Brazilliant ($8.00).
I’m having a Spring-time love affair with the peplum silhouette. Glitter Guide recently did a fabulous feature on it—and while I would absolutely wear it as a dress, I also love how the hour-glass shape can make a top + pant ensemble look ultra-feminine. Today’s Inspiration: Floral Peplum Top ($45.00), True Religion Brooklyn Skinny Jeans ($290.00 ), Fortune Studs in Silver ($58.00), Asos Envelope Clutch ($35.81), J. Crew Viv Flats ($188.00), Scotch Nail Polish in Troya ($14.99), Buxom Lip Polish in Destiny ($18.00).
I plan on wearing entirely too much aqua and tangerine this summer. Mostly together. Today’s inspiration: Sonya Rykiel Bow Embellished Polka Dot Top ($150.00), SANDRO Black Pleated Shorts ($185.00), Proenza Shouler Tangerine Bag ($1,595.00), Orange Cork Wedge Heel ($70.00), Pastel Floral Stud Earrings ($15.00), Barry M Nail Polish in Mint (5.00), Lipstick Queen Pencil in Chinatown ($20.00).
There are several things that are just killin’ me right now. The first is the return of longer shorts. I don’t know about you—but I saw one too many Tween butt-cheeks last summer and am therefore ecstatic that some of my favorite stores are stocked with shorts in longer lengths and cuffs (check out Gap, they have some winners). The next would be ballet flats from TOMS. If they are even half as comfy as classic TOMS they’ll be my new favorites. And lastly, ballet slipper nail polish by Essie. It’s the most perfect shade of sheer pink! Today’s inspiration: Relaxed Fit Bicolour Jumper ($43.00), Adriano Goldschmied Denim Roll-Up Shorts ($220), Double Bow Belt ($4.80), Bird Chain Necklace ($14.00), Nine West Jewel Note Clutch ($69.00), TOMS Elessandra Leather Ballet Flats ($79.00), Essie Nail Polishi n Ballet Slippers ($8.00), NARS Lip Gloss in Turkish Delight ($24.00).
I absolutely hit the jackpot when I found a skirt really similar to this at Via’s Vintage in Minneapolis. But don’t get me wrong, I wouldn’t object to putting this one in my closet, either. Today’s Inspiration: People Tree Brush Stroke Top ($43.00), People Tree Virginia Dot Print Skirt ($75.00), Triple Weave Belt ($10.50), Wood & Marble Bangle Set ($7.50), Pieces Veera Bag ($25.07), Dolce & Gabbana Straw Wedge Heel ($717.00).
This is the first Spring/Summer in about 5 years during which I am not in a wedding, helping to plan a wedding, or getting married and I have to say I am rather enjoying a very stress-free Spring so far! Last year at this time I was sending out wedding invitations—-this year I’m starting to plan our one-year anniversary trip (and I much prefer the anniversary planning)! We do, however, have a few weddings on the calendar so wedding attire isn’t far from my mind. I’ve found too many adorable dresses from Dorthy Perkins! Found some you love? Enjoy Free Shipping on orders of $75 or more. Today’s Inspiration: Dorothy Perkins Blue Stripe High Neck Dress ($59.00), Dorothy Perkins Color Block Cross Body Bag ($55.00), Dorothy Perkins Coral Plait Skinny Belt ($5.00), Essie Nail Polish in Tart Deco ($8.00), Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture in Pink Coral ($30.00), Opaque Heart Stud Earrings ($4.70), Elisha High Heels ($109.00).
I can’t get enough mixing! Colors, patterns, fabrics, you name it—I’m mixin’ it! Today’s Inspiration: Full Tilt Blouse ($25.00), Lily White Polka Dot Skirt ($26.00), Flux Suede Earrings ($26.00), Kate Spade Nylon Stripe Leslie ($368.00), Le Mie Ballerina Flat ($57.00), Cole Haan Sunglasses ($150.00), H & M 2-pack Bracelets ($29.95), Essie Polish in ‘Orange, it’s Obvious’ ($8.00), Armani Beauty Lipstick in Acid Tangerine ($30.00).
One of the most rewarding aspects of summer might be that my Norwegian skin sees just enough sun that I might bust out a backless dress (drooling over the deep-V this one has). Seems like a perfect ensemble for an outdoor wedding—because there are few things worse than clomping across grass in stilettos. Today’s Inspiration: Miss Selfridge Ballet Dress ($74.00), Lanvin Shell & Coral Necklace ($904.00), Monsoon Teardrop Earrings ($7.80), Prada Taupe Leather Clutch ($595.00), John Lewis Gino Ballerina Pumps ($34.00), OPI Polish in ‘Over the Taupe’ ($5.65), Estee Lauder Portofino Coral Lipstick ($18.00).
The great thing about current trends is that you can literally smash a dozen colors together and be ready to roll. I think a great starting point is a piece of statement jewelry with 3-5 colors in it. Use it as your guide to piece together the rest of your outfit. Today’s Inspiration: Miss Selfridge Coral Tie Dress ($61.00), Almost Edgy Stud Earrings ($10.00), Bib of Many Colors ($27.00), Aspinal of London Clutch ($175.00), Asos Franki Flat ($44.76).
This post makes me want to blast “Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina & The Waves and possibly eat frozen lemonade. It also makes me want to go to Target ASAP. Just a few ideas. Today’s Inspiration: Mossimo Straw Fedora ($10.00), Mossimo Knit Scarf ($12.00), Belle by Sigerson Morrison ($175.00), Whistles Betsey Stripe Sweater ($149.00), Hollister Rocky Point Denim Short ($44.50), Pree Brulee Yellow Lotus Earrings ($26.00), Faceted Square Ring ($68.00), Suboo Yellow & White St. Barts Bag ($60.00).
