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Outfit Crush

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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…

Outfit Crush
[Mariner-Stripe Boatneck Tee, J.Crew, $45 (sale!)]
[Polka Dot Chiffon Skirt, American Apparel, $42]
[Pave Links Bracelet, BaubleBar, $78]
[Pearl Twisted Hammock Necklace, J.Crew, $98]
[Five Point Fox Necktie, Kiel James Patrick, $85]
[Photo credit: girlsack]
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Can’t wait to see what looks you’re all crushing on! For past outfit crushes of mine, click here!
post script. My friend Cambria has recently started the most lovely fashion blog and is participating in her first Friday’s Fancies today! Have yourself a look at the new grace by c!

LWD

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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!

Sedona

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free people mountains photo

Dress, Free People [similar] // Sweater, Anthropologie [similar] // Jeans, American Eagle // Belt, Urban Outfitters // Bracelets, Presh; Alex & Ani; Kiel James Patrick // Petal to the Metal Pouchette, Marc by Marc Jacobs // Boots, Sibyl Vane [similar]

We were chit chatting about red carpet-worthy Free People gowns yesterday, but here’s one of my favorite everyday looks from the store. Worn to the rodeo out west on my family’s trip earlier this month, cowgirl boots and all.

alex and ani kiel james patrick

dream catcher earrings

turtle clasp belt

petal to the metal crossbody

Emerald City

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Around the holidays, I purchased a new deep green sweater from the Polo RL Factory Store. The salesman and I were chatting about how it’s a shame that this color only seems to be widely available at Christmastime. Wrong we were, at least for this year, because Emerald is Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year!

pantone emerald swatch

I’m a little excited to say the least, and can’t wait to continue pairing it with navy– one of my favorite color combos.

Emerald City

[Santa Catalina Sweater, ModCloth, $35]
[Musee Rodin Skirt, ModCloth, $35]
[Eyepopper Flats, Nine West, $89]
[The Lovelock Minibag, Madewell, $138]
[Emerald Trillion Bib, BaubleBar, $32]

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Are you as thrilled as I am about spending 2013 in the Emerald City? To see my favorites from past Colors of the Year, click here!

post script. Today is the LAST day to enter by Bona Clara skin care giveaway! Treat yourself to an at-home facial and start 2013 off with glowing skin 🙂

Snow Days Gray

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Sweater Dress, H&M [similar] // Boyfriend Blazer, American Eagle [similar] // Button up, H&M // Pearls, Ralph Lauren // Bracelets, Kiel James Patrick; Alex & Ani // Stag crossbody, Accessorize [similar] // Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren [similar]

New England was blessed with a very mild winter last year, with really our only snowstorm being on Halloween(!). This year though, I’m ready for the snow– bring on the crunch under my boots and the layers of sweaters to stay warm!

kiel james patrick knot bracelet

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deer crossbody purse

preppy winter outfit

Pink and Pepper

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I have nothing but gray and pale pink on my mind lately… there’s something just so sweet and cozy about this combo in the winter!

Pink and Gray Dreams

(1) Snow-Dot Pullover, Madewell, $65
(2) Thistle Street “Lights Out” Pillow, Kate Spade, $40
(3) Moonage Day Gleam Dress, ModCloth, $45
(4) Embellished Pearl Headband, Forever 21, $7
(5) Amberstone Leggings, Jack Wills, $29.50
(6) Flannel PJ Set, Gap, $42
(7) Upwardly Mobile Satchel, The Cambridge Satchel Company, $155
(8) Nail Color in Vanity Fairest and Miss Fancy Pants, Essie, $8
(9) Rosette Round Pillow, Anthropologie, $78
(10) Mauve Metallic Linen Women’s Classics, TOMS, $54

What color pairings are you craving lately?

pssst! Only two more days to enter my Bona Clara giveaway! Don’t miss out on this in-home facial!

Cotton Candy

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lilly pulitzer fall 2012

Lauren Puff Vest, Lilly Pulitzer // Murfee Scarf, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] // White Tee, Sonoma // Jeans, American Eagle // Purse, H&M [similar 1; 2] // Tennis shoes, City Sneaks [similar]

All I really wanted for Christmas was a puffer vest— to wear by itself in the chilly parts of fall and spring, and to layer underneath fleeces in the bitter winter. I let Santa pick the color though, and couldn’t be more excited about the salmon pink! Just the pop of fun I need to keep me smiling through the freezing months ahead…

lauren puffer vestpink puffy vest

lilly pulitzer in the beginning

The best part? The adorable In The Beginning print that lines in, with scenes from Lilly P’s own story 🙂

LBD

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audrey hepburn breakfast at tiffany's

Audrey Hepburn has taught me a lot of things over the years, but one thing that always stands out is the fact that you can never go wrong with a little black dress. eShakti is an online retailer that offers clothes customized to your body, and when they offered to send me a dress of my choice, I couldn’t resist snagging a classic LBD that I knew would be versatile and I could customize to perfectly suit my body. Give them your measurements, adjust the neck, sleeves, and hemline to fit your shape and your taste. How can you go wrong with that?? Bonus: As a limited time offer, eShakti is offering a $25 gift certificate and free customization to new customers on their first order!

eshakti black bow dress

Dress, c/o eShakti [sold out; similar favorites 1; 2; 3; 4]
Patent flats, Kimchi Blue for Urban Outfitters [similar]

audrey hepburn dress

black bow dress

Disclosure: I was provided a dress for review by eShakti; all opinions expressed are my own.

New Year’s Finest

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Whether or not I have elaborate plans for New Year’s Eve, I always take great pleasure in picking out the perfect sparkly outfit to wear. Most years, I turn to H&M or Forever21, because as much as I adore sequins, I’ve never had the budget to spend too much on a dress I can only wear on a handful of glitter-required occasions. This little number from Lulu’s is a nice compromise– fit for a princess with a much prettier price tag! The classic Kate Spade Charm shoes on the other hand…. well we can all dream right?

New Year's Eve

Ballet It On Me Blush Sequin Dress, Lulu’s, $50
Charm Heels, Kate Spade, $325
Pearl Bow Ring, LC Lauren Conrad, $12 (sale!)
Horseshoe Purse, ASOS, $27

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