Been daydreaming a lot lately… of pastel shades and and flowy skirts, candy-colored necklaces and sandals, and sips of icey pink lemonade on the porch during a spring evening… 🙂
[ Flight Cabin Sweater, ModCloth, $35 ]
[ Colima Maxi Skirt, Anthropologie, $118 ]
[Â Salmon Pink Bubble Necklace, hime diy via Etsy, $14 ]
[ Leather Flat Sandals, ASOS, $37 ]
[ Charlotte Street Fabric Theresa, Kate Spade, $238 ]
Tee, Express //Â Shorts, Urban Outfitters [similar] //Â Quartz Energy Cuff c/o Hearts.com //Â Booties, Steve Madden [similar]
You guys. I am so excited to introduce you to Hearts.com.
You all probably know by now my love affair with TOMS shoes, and how their one-for-one movement helps children in over 50 countries. Hearts is similar– they work with 2,000 artisans around the world to create eco-friendly fashions and accessories, using low-impact processes to support the environment. They incorporate responsible materials, so they’re taking less from the planet, and positively impacting world issues and supporting people in need.
Hearts sent me the cuff pictured above (available here for purchase), and I am so smitten with it. Best of all, by wearing it, I’m supporting the Brazilian artisan community, and the quality of life in Rio de Janeiro.
About the cuff: Each ethically produced cuff is crowned with raw stones while holding value and meaning to the one who wears it. Each piece contributes to the quality of life in Rio de Janeiro. Colorless and transparent, Quartz is the greatest of all healing stones while also aiding in relaxation and visualization.
About the artisan: In Brazil, where raw materials are considered precious treasures, artisans are often paid less than the full value for their labor. This artisan community guarantees Fair Trade practices to their creators, and they work tirelessly with them to improve the artisans’ education. Protecting fair wages helps ensure that the artisans can support themselves and their families with their learned skill, to which they devote many years of practice. This family of artisans streamlines their profits back into their communities through donations to an organization that grants health care and schooling to disadvantaged Brazilian children. Due to Brazil’s immense size and vast rural areas, boosting access to education is a high priority and Hearts is proud to help contribute to a brighter future.
How fun and wonderful is that? Even better– Hearts.com is offering you all 30% off (jackpot!) with code SOANTHRO30. Cannot be used on sale items and expires on May 1st, so get browsing + buying! In addition to my cuff, I’m loving this bright Guatemala City Crossbody, Bolivia Beanie, nautical iPad sleeve, and anchor necklace.
What are some of your favorites?
I’m so excited that today we honor one of my favorite colors, and my favorite causes. March 26th is Purple Day— a globally-recognized day of epilepsy awareness. So while you peruse some of these lavender goodies, be sure you also take a second to read these safety tips, goodness forbid you’re ever in a situation and witness a person having a seizure!
(1) Knit Lace Sheer-Back Dress, Kimchi Blue, $59
(2) Lollipop Aviator Sunglasses, Urban Outfitters, $14
(3) Lilac Leather Satchel, Cambridge Satchel Co., $178
(4) Lavender Shortbread Skirt, ModCloth, $35
(5) Lavandula Chandeliers, Anthropologie, $48
(6) Lilacism Nail Polish, Essie, $8
(7) Carousel Bangle, Kate Spade, $250
(8) Lilac Wissett Desert Botas, TOMS, $69
(9) Purple Crochet Classics, TOMS, $58
(10) Button-Down Knit Shirt, Staring at Stars, $39
#WearPurple
Last month, I attended the launch of the United Scents of America’s Massachusetts fragrance launch. How fun is this concept? Founders and scent experts Sasha and Samantha have teamed up to bring you the reminiscent smells of some of your favorite states– in a perfume. They use focus groups to create the scents that aim to bring back memories and embody the aura of said the states. Massachusetts is the newest in the line– which already included California, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Hawaii. I think they hit it on the head– a little woodsy, a little salt watery, and with an overall sweetness. It really encapsulates an autumn day in my favorite New England state.
The entire line is proudly made in America and can be purchased online, or in select stores in respective states. Purchase your Massachusetts candle or perfume here, or at Shake the Tree in the North End of Boston– 67 Salem Street, Boston MA 02113.
But it sure doesn’t feel like it!
Still, I’m working on prepping my closet for the day it actually arrives. Here’s just about everything I’m wishing for this spring, whenever it may arrive!
[ 1 ] Goreski Glasses Bangle (Kate Spade, $78):: Because, why not?
[ 2 ] Trench (Target, $60 ):: I do love the London Sole trench I have, but I’m looking for a cropped, lighter version for spring. With Target’s price tags, you can’t really go wrong.
[ 3 ] Tote (Vineyard Vines, $95):: My work year begins June 1st as opposed to January 1st, and I have a handful of vacation days I’m looking to use up before June hits. This classic Vineyard Vines tote would be just perfect for long weekend trips around New England.
[ 4 ] Anorak (J.Crew, $138):: Lets face it. It’s New England. I’m going to take those weekend trips to the beach and it’s going to rain on me. This J.Crew number is the perfect spring/summer rain jacket.
[ 5 ]Â Polka dot dress (Topshop, $76):: No explanation. Just can’t get over how cute these are this season!
[ 6 ] Floral pants (Lilly Pulitzer, $168):: Because clearly it is not dress/skirt/shorts weather yet and I need some way to convince my wardrobe it’s spring!
[ 7 ] Vickers Bow (Kiel James Patrick, $58):: How adorable and springy are these new additions to the KJP line? Love the Nantucket Regatta print!
[ 8 ] Anchor Buckle Belt (ASOS, $25):: The perfect addition to spring shorts!
[ 9 ] Brogues (Jack Wills, $298):: Have you taken a look at any Jack Wills catalogue, ever? These shoes apparently go with literally everything, and I am all for versatile splurges.
[ 10 ] Monograms (BaubleBar, $110):: These aren’t spring-related, I just still can’t help lusting over BaubleBar’s monogram necklaces so they remain on my wish list!
What are you wishing for this spring?
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.
Keds is killin’ it lately with the collaborations! Like Madewell, Kate Spade is another recent partnering, and the pair brings us four additional pairs to lust over.
[ Navy Stripe Pointer, $85 ]
[ Black Dot Champion, $75 ]
[ Neon Pink Pointer, $85 ]
[ Navy White Gingham Champion, $75 ]
Which is your favorite? Have you tried on the collection yet?
… and not the normal five things you see around here.
I rarely get personal on this little blogaroo. It makes me anxious to share more than what I did this weekend. But first Anna did and then Melanie did and that sweet girl tagged me so now I’m feeling inspired to. Here are five things you may not know about me. Unless you’ve been reading this thang for quite a while. Then maybe you’ve picked up on some of it 🙂
[ 1 ] I claim to live this nautical New England lifestyle, which is true now, but wasn’t always. At least not out of the summertime. I was born in Michigan. I moved to Pennsylvania when I was 8. I came to Boston for college. I stayed, and two years ago my family joined me. I hate the question “where are you from?” because I never know how to reply without some longwinded answer. But New England is the place I associate most with home. We’ve been coming to the south shore of Massachusetts and staying on the same street my whole life, and it’s been the only consistent home I know. I don’t plan on leaving anytime soon, and I recently realized I don’t think I’d be capable of living too far from the water ever again.
[ 2 ] I work in cookbooks! And yet I can’t cook to save my life. I like dabbling in baking though– see here, here, and here for evidence.
[ 3 ] I had eight best girlfriends in college. Green Street Girls we were known as, after our Cambridge apartment.. Now they are splattered all across the country and nothing breaks my heart more. Sorry to go all SisterhoodOfTheTravelingPants on you, but I feel so much more at peace and complete when we are together. It hasn’t happened since our graduation, but I have faith that it will soon.
[ 4 ] I consider blogging a wonderful creative outlet, but one that’s a bit more important to me is dance. I think a lot of people have a hard time understanding why it’s such a huge part of my life and why I still put so much time into it at my age– if you’re curious, just watch this video. And listen. I like to think you and a many others will better understand then 🙂
[ 5 ] I have epilepsy. Now that’s something I definitely haven’t told you before! But I think it’s time I do, because I realized a while ago that I should be using this public forum of mine for more than just outfit posts and accessory talk. One small thing I can do for the big issue (affecting 65 million people worldwide) is raise awareness. One of the greatest things you can do for me? Take a minute and a half and read this Seizure First Aid guide. Should you ever be with a person while they’re having a seizure, knowing how to react is the most important thing.
Whew that was not supposed to be a downer of a post– I promise I won’t do that again anytime soon! Now it’s time to hear from you! I’m supposed to pass this along, but I tag whoever is willing to share 🙂
Just like red and pink on St. Valentine’s Day, even at my age I can’t help but get into the spirit and wear green on St. Patrick’s Day. This springy look would have been more appropriate on last year’s St. Patty’s Day (hello 72 degrees and sunny!), but I can guarantee you even if it hits above 50 this year, I’ll be excited enough to rock a sundress.
[ Tabitha Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $378 ]
[ Stroke of Luck Idiom Bangle, Kate Spade, $32 ]
[ Gold Wishbone Pendant, BaubleBar, $24 ]
[ Four Leaf Clover Bangle, Alex and Ani, $28]
[ Wedges, Gabriella Rocha, $63 ]
[ Dresses l-r ]
[ Posey, $238 // Antonia, $198 // Freja, $278 ]
By now you’ve all heard that Emerald is Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year. We talked emerald in fashion a while back, but how pretty would this color look splashed into a home? Here are some of my favorite home accessories sporting this hue– just in time for a particularly green holiday coming up this weekend!
(1) Green Figuier Scented Candle, Diptyque, $90
(2) She Dreams In… Print, Amanda Catherine Designs, $15
(3) Cycle Wall Hook, Urban Outfitters, $14
(4) Make Headlines Plates, Kate Spade, $50 for set of 4
(5) Half-Dozen Egg Crate, Anthropologie, $12
(6) Chamber’s Bay Frame, Kate Spade, $50
(7)Â Lacquer Jewelry Box, C. Wonder, $78
(8) Linus Dutchi-1 Bike, Anthropologie, $500
(9) Striped Paper Straws, Dress My Cupcake, $16 for 50
(10) Appellation Utensil Jar, Anthropologie, $28
Would you decorate with emerald? xx
