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May 31, 2013 · 8:30 am

Post-Memorial Day White

I’ve never really been one to play by the rules when it comes to getting dressed for the seasons, especially not with this no-white-before-Memorial-Day rule [though I will say please don't let me catch you in white shorts during the fall]. But summer is the time when it feels most appropriate to lounge about in white sundresses as much as you can!

Summer White

[ Amalfi Cutwork Beach Dress, French Connection, $102 ]
[ The Jean Vest in Storm Cloud Wash, Madewell, $88 ]
[ Booze Cruise Murfee Scarf, Lilly Pulitzer, $88 ]
[ Nappa Leather Starfish Sandal, C. Wonder, $138 ]

I’m hopping on this denim vest trend, and I love the idea of giving the white even more color with an additional scarf. How do you dress up your white?

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January 16, 2013 · 9:11 am

LWD

Last week we talked LBDs, but this week it’s Little White Dresses I have on my mind.

Summer and Winter Whites

When the weather is warm, I just love slipping into easy breezy little white dresses [see here and here for past instances!]. Until summer hits, many choose to avoid white, though I fully believe LWDs can certainly still work in chillier months. I’ve seen a ton about winter white lately, and I’m a huge advocate for it, especially in dress form. A higher neckline, purer shade of crisp snow white, and wintery details all help with winter LWD’s case. French Connection has an overwhelming supply of women’s dresses, and I’ve pulled a few of my favorites.

Winter White FCUK

Arabelle Jersey Dress // Gigliolia Moments Dress // Crystalised Cotton Dress

And at the same time, it is January. Which means we are in the deepest part of winter and yet the fashion world is busy thinking about way warmer temperatures! So for dreaming of months ahead…

Are you a fan of winter white, or do you prefer to wait until Labor Day?

post script. The winner of the Bona Clara giveaway is comment #2: AMSDaily! You’ll receive an email shortly!

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September 14, 2012 · 9:22 am

Summer Goodbyes

j crew anchor sweater

Anchor Cardigan, J.Crew // Shorts, H&M // Belt, vintage // Pearls, vintage // Watch, GUESS [similar] // Bracelets, Kiel James Patrick, GLITTERBOX Jewelry, Alex & Ani, Bfrend // Striped Satchel, American Eagle // Shoes, Lacoste [similar]

I wore this Jackie-O-esque outfit on Labor Day… to savor the last few hours of white shorts being acceptable… and to prove that Taylor Swift isn’t the only one who is inspired by her style… :)

vintage pearl necklace

nautical striped bag

anchor sweater

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August 31, 2012 · 9:07 am

Labor Day Duds

I’ve been denying Labor Day’s unavoidable and eminent arrival for a while now. (This is why I don’t do seasonal bucket lists– I never get to quite everything I want to!) But Labor Day Weekend is here and I’m heading home to the beach for the first half of it, so might as well embrace it.

Even though my family has only recently joined me in New England, we would spend every August of my childhood in the very same town they live in now, and one of my most vivid memories is how chilly those summer nights on the water could get there! So as we share Dark & Stormys on the Adirondaks as the sun goes down + the sunset canon goes off, and say goodbye to summer this weekend, this would be my ideal outfit.

nautical stripes

Barnstable Bag, Kiel James Patrick, $138
Striped Cotton Hoodie, Pret-A-Surf, $150 (sale!)
Beatnik Jeans, Current/Elliot, $118 (sale!)
Rose Anchor Studs, BaubleBar, $68
Red Enamel Bangle, BaubleBar, $30
Polka Dot Sneakers, Keds for Madewell, $62

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June 27, 2012 · 9:13 am

White Noise

I’ve clearly had white on my mind lately [here + here], so I’ve rounded up a number of my favorite Anthropologie pieces in crisp white for summer…

Peplum Ponte Tank, $78 // Cropped Needlepoint Pullover, $168 // Sheer Patchwork Tank, $98

Jeweled Urchin Posts, $28 // Estelar Stones Necklace, $198 // Studded Wrap Bracelet, $58

Ardastra Maxi Dress, $298 // Desert Hills Slip Dress, $168 // Ivy Eyelet Mini Dress, $278

Vieques Heels, $110 // Hue-Piped Ballerinas, $98 // Ophidian Booties, $148

Dear Parsy Tote, $78 // Cabled Necklace Scarf, $198 // Sala Bag, $248

Alphabet Hook, $12 // Georgina Bedding, $58-$398 // Archibald Chair, $2,898

It’s is past Memorial Day after all– soak it up!

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June 21, 2012 · 9:08 am

Baby Doll

Lace dress, H&M [similar 1; 2] // Pretty Shiny Sparkly Necklace, Spike the Punch  // Bracelets, Alex & Ani; bfrend // Button ring, vintage Chanel // Shoes, Lower East Side + DIYed
[similar 1; 2; 3]

Apparently all I wear on the blog these days are white dresses. I’ve gotten so much use out of this one (also seen here), but my favorite thing to dress it up with is delicate pink accessories– like this adorable Spike the Punch necklace designed with Pretty Shiny Sparkly!

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June 14, 2012 · 8:03 am

To the Max(i)

Maxi dress, H&M [similar 1; 2] // Racer back, Urban Outfitters // Belt, vintage // Watch, Urban Outfitters //Evil eye jewelry, street vendors [similar 1; 2; 3] // Shoes, Gap [similar]

This is only the second maxi dress I’ve ever owned, but now I’m pretty sure that once you go max, you never go back, and I want to stock my entire closest with them! The light airy fabric made me believe I belonged on the Greek isles… rather than humid Texas where I happened to be…

Check out some of the other maxi dresses I’m craving this season!

Lilly Pulitzer
Shop Bop
A|Wear via ASOS
Free People
Anthropologie 

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June 1, 2012 · 9:10 am

White Hot

Not that I have ever paid much attention to the rule anyway, but now that Memorial Day is behind us it is officially time to rock the white! Celebrating summer + this fresh timeless color with a Friday’s Fancies this week…!

Awaiting Your Return Dress, ModCloth, $128
Metal Bar Envelope Clutch, ASOS, $31 
Carousel Bangle, Kate Spade, $250
Spade Hinged Bangle, Kate Spade, $88 
Earrings, Marni, $112 (sale!)
Canvas Boat Shoes, Sperry, $84

Will you be rocking white all summer?

post script. The winner of the Savas Studios giveaway is Miss Kate Ziegler! Look out for an email soon :)

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April 25, 2012 · 1:02 pm

Lace Blazers

I cannot think of a better spring jacket than a white or cream lace blazer. A little boho, a little romantic, and very chic + feminine, these have jumped to the top of my wishlist…!

(1) Rory Beca, $143
(2) Candie’s, $34
(3) Forever 21, $30
(4) Chicos, $70
(5) Hinge, $70
(6) Arden B., $59

And if you want a pop a color, check out this tangerine, pink, and cobalt. For a classic, I adore this lacy black one.

How would you wear a lace blazer?

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December 23, 2011 · 2:06 pm

Just like the one I used to know…

I’m dreaming of a White Christmas with {long distance loving}‘s Friday’s Fancies today!

Cashmere Cable Sweater, J Crew, $228
Skinny jeans, J Brand, $191 
Cross-Continent Weekender, Anthropologie, $178
All Wrapped Up Ear Warmer, Kate Spade, $51 
All Wrapped Up Pearl Drop Earrings, Kate Spade, $68 
All Wrapped Up Pearl Short Necklace, Kate Spade, $128 
All Illuminated Heels, Anthropologie, $95 

Since my mini vacation and few days of relaxation begins today, I thought I’d go with a comfy winter white look with this sweet cable knit sweater. In case I haven’t featured Kate Spade bow accessories enough this year, there’s three more for you! And I think I just found bliss in a handbag with that Cross-Continent Weekender.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas if that’s your cup of tea, and if not then a joyous holiday season! Please eat, drink, be merry and safe :) See you sometime next week!

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