How beautiful is this art from Paige Smith for Lilly Pulitzer?
Congratulations to Kate, Wills… and Sarah Burton!
Happy Royal Wedding to you all!
One of the things I was [superficially] most looking forward to about today was seeing Kate’s dress. We’ve all been anticipating its reveal for months now, and as she arrived at Westminster Abbey this morning, the world got its first full-length glimpse.
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Designed by Sarah Burton of British label Alexander McQueen, the lace number was incredibly elegant and simply timeless. It was tasteful and respectful, but still just a tiny bit sexy with the deep V-neck cut. Many are comparing it to the style of Grace Kelly.
Grandmother-in-law Queen Elizabeth II even loaned Kate her Cartier tiara for the big day. The diamond drop earrings by Robinson Pelham were a gift from Kate’s parents.
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Sister and Maid of Honor Pippa looked quite lovely herself. She also donned white– something that is not only not frowned upon in Great Britain, but is actually tradition. Now I love British traditions, but I still don’t think I’m going to ask my future maid of honor to join me in wearing white on my wedding day!
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And how about those hats! Mother of the Bride, Carole Middeton, in Catherine Walker (also one of Princess Diana’s favorite designers), wore one ever so elegantly:
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Watching the wedding on television this morning was truly magical, well worth the early alarm clock! I wish the newlyweds only the best, and I thank them for allowing all (especially us irritating Americans) to share their day with them.
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Royal Wedding is TOMORROW!
I don’t really care that I’m on this side of the pond– I’m drinking tea with scones and dressing for the occasion anyway. Here are some darling dresses for you to adorn at your own tea parties to commemorate this magical and historical day…
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- Yasmine Oxford Dress, Rugby, $178
And a little something that made me chuckle…
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An alternative eating surface…
This past weekend, I finally got to visit my godmother’s new house that she and her husband recently built… coincidentally (or not at all) right across the street from my parents’ new house 🙂 Alice is super talented at furnishing on a budget, and I just love what she chose to use for one of their kitchen “tables”:
It’s her grandmother’s old washing bench. Their place is right on the water, and it’s very Maine cottage-y, so we both thought it fit in beautifully with the house’s interior style. Plus, since there’s only two of them, it’s the perfect size for a quick little breakfast or lunch together. So resourceful!
And as if the inside of the house wasn’t pretty enough already, check out their outdoor surroundings:
Can’t wait to get to spend some weekends here again this summer!
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Last Minute Easter Dresses…
Whether you’re going to church or not, and whether you’re spending it with your family, girlfriends, or the dorms, Easter Sunday is still the perfect excuse to whip out a new spring dress. I’ll never forget my two best friends growing up always talking about going shopping to pick out their Easter dresses with Mom. Well, you’ve got two days left to pick out yours, and here are some of my favorites from my go-to stores:
Verdant Slip Dress, Anthropologie, $138
Eyelet derby dress, J Crew, $158
Doubly Lovely Dress, ModCloth, $57.99
Butterton Dress, Jack Wills, $119
Don’t you just love when spring hits and color starts coming back into clothes??
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Calypso St. Barth for Target
The summer after my freshman year in college, a bunch of my friends and I had the amazing opportunity to spend two weeks in Greece. To prepare for the trip, my [female] roommates and I did two things together: 1. Got bikini waxes (TMI? Sorry!) and 2. Spent just about every last penny we owned buying dresses at Calypso St. Barth (we had to look the part, ok??). Four years later, our dream has come true, as Calypso is doing a line for Target as a part of their GO International Designer Collective. Available May 1 through June 11, the line will include summer and footwear for women and girls, plus accessories and homeware. Racked.com recently posted the complete lookbook and price list, and I couldn’t be more excited to snatch a few of these beautiful beachy pieces, especially at their much more affordable prices!
¾ – Sleeved Tunic in Khaki/Green, $29.99; Cuffed Linen Shorts in White, $24.99; Canvas Fan-Print Tote in Turquoise, $19.99
Embroidered Ruffle Dress in Navy, $39.99; Linen Espadrille Wedges in Tan, $29.99; Embroidered Canvas Tote in Khaki, $16.99
Mini Clutch in Natural Linen with Gold Elephant, $12.99
Elephant Teapot, $12.99
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And for your entertainment, here’s Demetra and I freshman year on the island of Santorini wearing our sought-after Calypsos:
BABIES!
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Speaking of British fashion…
There is nothing I fancy more right now than Jack Wills: Fabulously British | University Outfitters.
This store was started in Wiltshire in 1999 and has almost 40 locations throughout the UK. Recently, they crossed the Atlantic to grace us Patriots with their presence, and I can not tell you how grateful I am to have them here.
I would describe Jack Wills as a cross between Polo Ralph Lauren/Rugby and Marc by Marc Jacobs. Super preppy with a little bit of an edge, and they love throwing their label all over the designs, but like Marc, they do so in what is, at least I believe, a tasteful and cute way (feel free to disagree). Also unlike Marc who boasts his own name, Jack Wills is not one particular designer… the store was in fact named after one of the founder’s grandfather.
Tibberton Hoodie, $69
Sundresses, trousers, blazers, sleepwear, knitwear, homeware and more, this shop has just about everything, including a bunch of fun accessories and gifts. I couldn’t help but pick up a headband (you know I love my bows):
Evington Floral Head Band, $24
There are currently only three locations on this side of the pond: Boston, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket (appropriate crowds, no?). But the website offers free shipping and free returns, so I say take your chances and start shopping. The line is a bit pricey by my standards, but not compared to its Newbury neighbors. And hey– at least we’re not paying in euros!
Lilyhurst Dress, $169
Isbourne Easy Short, $49
Lilleshall Blazer, $298
Cheers!
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Kate Middleton Style
I am not the least bit ashamed to admit that I am totally enthralled in the Royal Wedding. I’ve had a crush on Prince William since about 1997, but I am completely supportive of his relationship with Kate as long as I can follow along with their wedding plans.
I find Kate’s style to be so elegant and flawless– she’ll fit quite perfectly in the royal family, that’s for sure.
In honor of the wedding being just TWO weeks away, here’s my one of my Kate-inspired outfits, thanks to my new favorite online store, ModCloth. They have such a flair for British style, and it’s so much easier to order from San Francisco than London! I also included a few outside vendors for the jewelry, and if you can get your hands on that sapphire, then I say there is no reason why you can’t go mixing silver and gold!
Blue dress, $150
Jack BB Dakota tuxedo coat, $40
Pumps, $35
Juicy Couture gold earring, $48
Engagement ring, $40
KING metal chain necklace, $15
Hair bow accessory, $17
Jack BB Dakota tuxedo coat, $40
Pumps, $35
Juicy Couture gold earring, $48
Engagement ring, $40
KING metal chain necklace, $15
Hair bow accessory, $17
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White before summer is NOT a sin!
Ok ok, so I know it’s not Memorial Day yet, but I just can’t get this white dress out of my head! No exaggerations, I actually had a dream about it last night (#obsessed).
Reeve Dress Lace, Lilly Pulitzer, $368
And Lilly’s marketing team sure knows what they’re doing because pairing this dress with the dark-rimmed glasses in the catalogue is what I think really caught my eye. Gives it a very cute and casual appeal, like you could get away with wearing it to class. There is also a three-quarter sleeve version if you’re stuck in New England like me without any hope of the temperature ever rising above 60!
And because white dresses are a summer staple, even Lilly’s polar opposite, Urban Outfitters, has a lookalike! This one’s also a little easier on the wallet.
Pins and Needles 3/4 Sleeve Lace Dress, Urban Outfitters, $79
