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Fancies

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Sweater, Gap [similar] // Tank, Ambercrombie & Fitch // Best Suds Shorts, Modcloth // Belt, Vintage // Bracelets, Alex & Ani; Bfrend // Watch, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] // Boat shoes, Sperry Top-Sider

I have this bad habit of growing attached to items I blog about. Usually by writing/pinning/tweeting/etc., I can get the temptation out of my system, but there are some pieces I eventually just have to give in to and purchase. Like these polka dot shorts from this Friday’s Fancies— I even stole some of my own inspiration when putting together the outfit!

Do you find that you shop more or less through blogging, and do you find yourself purchasing much of what you feature?

 

Brit Shop

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Being the Olympics and all, I should probably be putting together some pretty USA-filled patriotic looks, but I just can’t resist giving into my love of all things British with the games taking place in London this year. Jack Wills, my favorite British brand, isn’t shy about showing off some pride for the UK in their Brit Shop. Some of my current favorites… many of which are currently on sale!

Peachcroft Blanket, $228
Crosslands Cushion, $79.50
Faverley Cushion, $98.50
Middridge Crew, 449
Glenmore Charm, $49.50
Aldringham Fine China Mug, $7
Archibald Porcelain Cups, $19
Aris Make Up Bag, $40

Fabulously British, always.

Pink Lemonade

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I’m a little in love with today’s Friday’s Francies theme: favorite summer refreshments. It doesn’t look much like summer on this icky rainy day, but that doesn’t keep me from craving popsicles, refrigerator pies, watermelon, and my favorite summer treat: pink lemonade!

via Pinterest

Tulle Skirt Dress, Dress Up via Topshop, $140 [yellow]
Lemon Ruby Sunglasses, Models Own via ASOS, $13 [pink]
Sun Mosaic Bib, BaubleBar, $38
Classic Medium Bangle, J.Crew, $22
Kimchi Blue Canvas Skimmer, Urban Outfitters, $19 (sale!)
Fruits Tiny Slice Studs, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $39 (sale!)

Now I think I’ll go help myself to one of my favorite pink lemonade cupcakes… happy weekend all! xo

Angela & Roi (& Rain)

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scarf shoulder bag

The only thing able to brighten up a rainy day Boston experienced last week was a new handbag on my shoulder. I’m so excited to introduce you to Angela & Roi, a debuting online handbag boutique, owned and operated by two college students just a little more interested in sharing their love of fashion + accessories with you than slaving away in the libraries of their Boston universities 🙂

scarf shoulder bag

Dress, J.Crew [similar]
Scarf Shoulder Bag c/o Angela & Roi
Pearls, vintage
Wrap bracelet, Presh
Wellies, Hunter

scarf handbag

I just adore my new scarf shoulder bag, and am seriously obsessing over all of the other cute shapes and styles their online boutique has to offer! At such affordable prices, I have a feeling this is going to be a tough shop to avoid…

scarf purse

Angela & Roi is offering 20% off one handbag of your choice to so anthro readers!

As you check out, enter coupon code EMSA881 from now until October 30! They are also offering free shipping as a part of their launch promotion for all customers.

Hunter Wellies

But really, what are you waiting for? Envelope clutches + irresistible patterns + darling shapes + dainty details await!

A Royal Blue

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Oh, I’m sorry, have we not discussed my love for all things related to Kate Middleton’s style lately? You’re in luck today then.

Kate Middleton Stella McCartney

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Ever since the Duchess donned this sky blue Stella McCartney during a visit to the National Portrait Gallery last week, I’ve had the color on my mind. You can still find the actual dress here for a pretty penny, but below are a few more affordable options in this glowing hue…

Sky Blue Dresses

(1) Tiered Vest Dress by Boutique, Topshop, $150
(2) Plenty by Tracy Reese Everyday Royalty Dress, ModCloth, $268
(3) Stretch Silk-Blend Dress, DKNY, $118 (sale!)
(4) Flocked Cobalt Dress, Anthropologie, $188
(5) Duck Print Skater Dress, ASOS, $36
(6) Maritime Dress in Skinny Stripe, J.Crew, $60 (sale!)

Are there any famous figure influencing your style lately? Colors you’ve been craving?

You Gotta Regatta: A Double OOTD

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Kelly and I have been friends since we were eight years old. We’ve always shared a love of Lilly Pulitzer, so I was far from surprised when she showed up for a visit last week sporting the same You Gotta Regatta print in a skirt that I was wearing in a dress. I’m featuring a double outfit post today since the opportunity was just too good to pass up! Hers a little more tailored and sophisticated, mine a little more free and hippie-esque, I think these looks perfectly describe our personalities, and why we’re best friends.

On Emily: Treena Dress, Lilly Pulitzer // Pearls, J Crew // Crossbody purse, Deux Lux [similar shape; similar color] // Starfish cuff, BaubleBar [similar 1; 2] // Green bangle, vintage [similar] // Charm bracelet, Tiffany & Co // Sandals, Charlotte Russe [similar]

On Kelly: Lynnie Skirt, Lilly Pulitzer // Tank, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] // Jewelry, David Yurman // Watch, Juicy Couture [similar] // Navajo Sandals, Jack Rogers


Be sure to check out this print in the Georgie, Franko, Delia, Lottie, and Camie Dresses, plus the Callahan Shorts!

Ooh La La

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While miss {av} is on a little overseas voyage, we’re doing a Eurotrip Friday’s Fancies in her honor. I’ve still got Parisian details on my mind, and while this look may a bit too over-the-top touristy for France itself, I think it would work just fine from afar.

Parisian Fashion

Oh La La Jersey Sweatshirt, Zoe Karssen, $160 (also in blue!)
Lacie Shorts, LOST via Tilly’s, $40
5-Zip Clutch, Rebecca Minkoff, $330
Skinny Mini Bow Studs, Kate Spade, $48
Love Notes Bow Ring, Kate Spade, $48
Carousel Bangle, Kate Spade, $250
Les Vernis Nail Colour in Jade Rose, Chanel, $26
Crocheted Perimeter Scarf, Anthropologie, $38
Petunia Heel, Seychelles, $100