I fell a little bit in love with this Joie tank dress the other day. Or, a lot in love. Subtle stripes in shades of sky blue and navy? Swoon. I could wear this all summer long.
[ Dawna Tank Dress, Joie, $268 ]
[ Meeda Blazer, Ted Baker, $240 ]
[ Anchors Away Pendant Necklace, C. Wonder, $48 ]
[ The Barnstable Bag, Kiel James Patrick, $148 ]
[ Carmelita Wedge Sandal, Kate Spade, $206 (sale!) ]
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I have more tote bags than I know what to do with– “weekenders” most of them are called. Though I beg to differ, because none of my weekender bags really do much at all in the way of holding all of my possessions for a weekend trip. Maybe I just overpack(?!), but I’m pretty sure it’s that those totes aren’t really built for carrying 2+ outfits, an extra pair of shoes, night clothes, toiletries, jewelry, and so on.
Gosh I sound high-maintenance.
Anywho, I headed home for my dad’s birthday + Mother’s Day last weekend, and it was such a relief to have this new bag to pack with! Meet my Midway Weekender from functional-but-fun bag designer Po Campo. It fit a truly admirable amount of things– I’m talking two pairs of shoes, clothes for three days, my rain jacket, book, plus my obnoxious medicine, jewelry, and cosmetic cases.
These bags were actually designed for bikers– because in 2009, Chicagoans Maria Boustead and her then-business partner, Emily Taylor struggled to find stylish bags that functioned appropriately for their commutes. Man oh man do I wish these has existed back when I studied abroad and went everywhere on my bike!
Have you seen the Kate Spade Saturday Weekender Bags with the shoe compartment on the bottom? Po Campo’s have those too– SO helpful! Extra space and a great way to keep your shoes separate from clothes (gross).
In addition to the weekender, Po Campo also has crossbody bags, handlebar bags, trunk bags, and tons more. Check out this satchel you can attach your yoga mat to!
Click here for a full list of stores you can purchase Po Campo bags from, or shop online here!
Full disclosure: I was provided a Midway Weekender for review by Po Campo. All opinions expressed are my own.
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Pretty Waves Tank Maxi Dress, LOFT // Bracelets [ask!] // Sandals, GAP [similar]
This is totally my blogger dress. I got it at the LOFT Grand Reopening Party I hosted a couple weeks ago, and immediately wore it the following weekend to the Blog Better Boston Style Summit conference [which I totally have not recapped yet-- eek!]. It is possibly the comfiest thing I have ever owned, and flatters every single person I have seen it on so far. And I mean, navy + white stripes…. how could I really resist?
Somewhat related to my blogger maxi, the past month has completely reminded me why I maintain this little corner of the internet of mine in the first place. The Boston blogging community is made up of some of the most kind-hearted, creative, and generous people I know. From the big things, like putting on incredibly informative conferences and hosting events and get-togethers, to the little, like sweet tweets to say hello and offering peer advice and insight when asked, this is a group that clearly supports each other. One that I am so proud and grateful to be a part of.
Psst! This dress is 40% off at LOFT with code LOVEMOM today!
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I don’t do well in heels, or really any sort of platform shoes. But I just cannot get wedges off my mind this spring! Rounded up some of my favorites for a shoe-themed Friday’s Fancies.
[ Seville Striped Espadrille, J.Crew, $138 ]
[ Carmelita Heel, Kate Spade, $258 ]
[ Ash Calypso Canvas Wedges, TOMS, $69 ]
[ Work From Home Beach Wedge, ModCloth, $44 ]
[ Hippy Wedges, ASOS, $30 ]
Kate Spade is offering 25% off with code S13FFUS as a part of their Friends & Family Sale this weekend, if you’re interested in these babies, and you HAVE to see the ASOS pair laced up for the full fun effect :) Happy weekend all!
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Striped shirt, Forever21 [similar] // Skirt, Forever21 [similar] // Belt, Jos A. Bank [similar 1; 2] // Pearls, vintage // Watch, Urban Outfitters // Bracelets, mishmash, comment for details! // Purse, Jesslyn Blake [similar] // Brogues, ASOS [similar]
Outfit inspiration here is totally jacked from girlsack, and I’ve even attempted to put it together once before here. I just could not get over how cute the idea of a belt-as-bow was. Plus any excuse to wear a lace skirt and navy and white stripes? I’m there.
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Last week, I received the softest, most adorable pair of boxer shorts, and I have had a hard time taking them off ever since.
Westport Boxers c/o Paxton1345
Sadie Oxford, Vineyard Vines
Rope Bracelets, Kiel James Patrick
Paxton1345 is a new line of boxers for men & women, made in the U.S. of A and designed right here in Boston. Designer and founder Erin Cormier is not a nightgown girl, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t want her nightwear to be flattering! She has taken the comfiness of men’s boxers and tucked//trimmed//folded them down to look great on girls as well. My favorite part? The New England feel and pride behind them– each design is named after a local area, from Nantucket to Newport, Beantown to Brookline.
I can guarantee I’ll be lounging around in these all summer, but until bare legs become a little more bearable, I’ve loved layering them over leggings!
Bilton Hoodie, Jack Wills
Leggings, Anthropologie [similar]
If you’re in the area, I’m sure you’ve already seen the line popping up in local boutiques, but boxers can also be purchased online here for women and here for men (Valentine’s Day anyone??). My only tip: they are very tailored, so if you’re planning on wearing them loose and loungey, I would size up :)
Have I mentioned that I adore this brand?
Disclosure: I was provided a pair of boxers for review; all opinions expressed are my own.
The mothership has had a slew of nautical treasures popping up lately! From kitchen to closet, these are some of my favorite recent finds…
[ Sailaway Circle Skirt, $145 // Printed Panel Cardigan, $98 // Tilda Chemise, $68 ]
[ Gabby Sweatshirt, $68 // Seafarer's Tote, $78 // Gabby Sweatshirt, $68 ]
[ Sealife Sweatshirt Dress, $178 / Shirred-Striped Skirt, $248 / Sailor Stripe Octopus Tee, $98 ]
From the Karen Walker collection
[ Luscious Langoustine Plate, $24 / From the Deep Dinnerware $24 / Ocean Glimpse Plate, $24 ]
[ Leap Fish Hook, $22 // Pliant Rope Handle, $12 // Eight-Arms Hook, $48 ]
I’ve been seeing this darlingly preppy stripes-on-polka-dots outfit I first spotted on girlsack making its way around the Pinterest and Tumblr world, and have been looking for an excuse to recreate it…
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Striped shirt, Forever 21 [similar] // Tulle skirt, 344 [similar 1; 2] // Locket, Catbird [similar] // Belt, J.Crew [similar] // Sequin clutch, Zara [similar 1; 2] // Watch, GUESS // Glitter mary-janes, Steve Madden [similar 1; 2]
It’s officially sequin season, and for the second year in a row, I’m attempting to wear a little bit of glitter for every day of December leading up until Christmas. If you’d like to join in the fun, tweet + Instagram your sparkly accents with hashtag #25DoS– even if you only do it a couple days, I’d still love to see! Follow me on twitter @emilygeaman and Instagram @emilyshell.
Wishing you all a sparkly holiday season! xx
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Anchor dress; pearls, J.Crew // Belt, Aldo [similar] // Bracelets, Bfrend; vintage // Bow, unknown [similar] // Boat shoes, Sperry Top-Sider
How excited was I to wake up a few weeks ago to find a J.Crew dress I had been eyeing forever on sale?
Very excited. I plan to wear it inappropriate amounts. Not accepting the fact that summer is over and bare legs are soon to be a thing of the past.
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