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August 25, 2015 by Emily 6 Comments

You didn’t think I’d come back, didya? Well pop the bubbly ’cause here I am biddies.

Thanks for your patience as I give shell chic’d a little up-do. There are still some kinks to be worked out [I swear we’re having one of these situations when it comes to different colors on different monitors], so don’t judge it too harshly yet.

[And look at it on your phone. I swear it looks better on phones.]

But in the meantime let me show you around!

You can now filter outfit posts. Find all of my travel posts in one easy guide. And see what there is to do in Boston by neighborhood, or by category.

A peek of what’s to come over the next few weeks ::
Rhode Island travel guide
A look at MA’s North Shore
End-of-summer sales & fall fashion preview
Coconut Lavender Popsicles
My September Edit

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Back tomorrow with more…!

psst– my Turkish Towel in the above photo can be found here!

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Holy Shift: More Lilly Pulitzer on Sale

August 22, 2015 by Emily Leave a Comment

If you read this blog, I’m going to assume there’s about a 98% chance you know who and/or what Lilly is. I’m also going to assume there’s probably a 68% chance you were aware of their Endless Summer Sale earlier this week. BUT, that sale is a shift show. So in case you didn’t manage to get through the line in time to pick up everything you wanted, I’ve scoured the web and have found a number of additional places you can find Lilly Pulitzer on sale right now!

Click through for some of my favorite finds, and see the full lot at 6PM, Saks, Nordstrom, and Rue La La.

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Restoring Hope with Starfish Project Jewelry

August 21, 2015 by Emily 2 Comments

Pearl Cluster Necklace

As a blogger, I get to hear from a lot of great companies doing great things. Local designers, startups, ethical and green brands, nonprofits, #girlbosses… it’s a wonderful perk of this “job.”

Here’s a company that really spoke to me.

Starfish Project is a socially responsible jewelry company that employs post-trafficked women to make jewelry in Asia. Women who come to work there receive dignified employment, counseling, housing, and food. They are offered language acquisition, vocational training, and family education grants. Started in 2006 by Jenny McGee (who had seen first-hand the needs of women in exploitation), it has grown to three cities in Asia, reaching out to hundreds of women each year.

Though it may be a simple pearl necklace to you, it’s part of a bigger mission to restore hope in exploited women. Just read their stories.

Navy Fit and Flare Dress, Brass Clothing c/o | Tortoise Sunglasses, Warby Parker c/o | Lauren Pearl Cluster Necklace, Starfish Project c/o | Pink Clutch, Kate Spade [similar] | Pink Suede Heels [similar]

Every piece of jewelry YOU purchase helps another women live in freedom, so I hope you’ll take a browse around! I’ve worn my Lauren Necklace at least once a week since receiving it, and I’ve had my eye on (of course) the matching earrings and bracelet, this bold Lily Pink Necklace, and the best-selling stackable Carly Bracelet.

If you are interested in hosting a jewelry party, that can be done too 🙂

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Full Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Starfish Project. Thank you for supporting the brands that support shell chic’d!

Out of Office

August 11, 2015 by Emily Leave a Comment

Good morning beauts!

My ~~baby~~ blog is about to ~~grow up~~ go through some changes, so forewarning:: things may be looking a little funky around here for the next couple weeks. If all goes as planned, I’ll be back by the end of the month {maybe sooner!}, but in the meantime, you can follow me on Instagram and Twitter. Which, let’s be honest, are more fun anyway.

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Eastern Point Lighthouse

August 5, 2015 by Emily 5 Comments

Eastern Point Lighthouse :: Gloucester, MA

Established in 1829 and rebuilt in 1890, this beauty—which welcomes you to Gloucester Harbor—sits on a jetty, so I was in love before we even arrived. We could have sat out here all afternoon, and next time you know I’m bringing a picnic + some sangria with me.

Don’t let the “private drive” // security guard at the entrance street intimidate you—as long as you keep driving past the bougey mansions, the lighthouse is public and there’s a pay lot at the end of the road.

You Gotta Regatta Maxi Dress, Lilly Pulitzer [similar 1; 2] | Tortoise Piper Sunglasses c/o Warby Parker | Gold Pearl Necklace, J.Crew [similar] | Anchor Knot Bracelet, Kiel James Patrick | Hampton Sandals, Jack Rogers

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August Edit

August 4, 2015 by Emily 2 Comments

Hi, I’d like to report a missing person. His name is July.

I know I say this every year, but HOW did it get to be August already?! I feel like I’m still sitting around waiting for the 4th of July to arrive.

I’m excited to bring you a new series of monthly edits going forward… products & places & other fun things I have on my mind that month. Dare YOU to try all of these things before September creeps up on ya.

Rhode Island :: We were in Warren, Bristol, and Little Compton this past weekend, and I’ve realized I have a real sweet spot for this state. I’d love to get back down to Newport before summer’s end, but also have my mind on Jamestown + Block Island now… | *image via

Pinkberry :: I love good old fashioned summer ice cream cones as much as the next person, but there’s something to be said for how much better I feel after topping my froyo with a pound of fresh fruit… no matter how much extra weight [read: $$] it adds 😛

Romper Season :: I’m so ready to soak up the last few weeks of this season. And TBH, probably the last couple summers I’ll be able to get away with these pieces in general… #old. Lilly has put out the cutest styles this summer (so comfy too!), and I’m making my wish list for when their annual End of Summer Sale hits in a couple weeks…! | *pictured above

Yoga on the Green :: I thought this was one of those too-good-to-be-true deals until I tried it. Every Sunday morning this summer, lululemon at The Street in Chestnut Hill hosts free yoga classes outside. I can count the number of yoga classes I’ve been to in my life on one hand, but I attended this one Sunday with many more experienced yogis, and we definitely all got a challenge out of it.

Prickly Pear Margaritas :: I’ve never been a big tequila drinker (thanks, college), but I cannot get enough of these this summer. I’m not letting August go by without attempting to make my own with some of this syrup— I’ll be starting with Vianney and Mackenzie‘s recipes.

Fresh Beauty :: As you’ve probably gathered from the lack of a Beauty section on this blog, I’m not much of a product person. But I was recently treated to some goodies from the Fresh location on Newbury Street and have fallen in lust. Grapefruit Eau de Parfum has quickly become my new summer scent, and the Rose Face Mask is the first mask I’ve actually looked forward to putting on. They also have the greatest Gift Bar— I sometimes feel funny giving friends bath and beauty products as gifts… so cliche, no? But the packaging at Fresh is CLUTCH & I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t be excited about getting one of these boxes.

Oh and Fresh’s SPF Sugar Lip treatment? I own about six now.

Whatchyall looking forward to in the dog days of summer?

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Weekend Links

July 31, 2015 by Emily 1 Comment

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Your weekly dose of things I’d like to buy, recipes I’d like to try, and other things on my mind. Happy Friday lovahs! xo

Made this Spicy Paloma Margarita last weekend {evidence} and it was heeaaven. Taking a little extra time to make the Jalapeño Simple Syrup was so worth it.

We are headed to RI this weekend to visit friends & are thinking of exploring the state for half a day on Sunday… we love Newport, but any other little Rhode Island towns you suggest we see?

John Green responds to the buzz surrounding Cara Delevingne “Good Day Sacramento” interview. #snapsforJohn

A baby teaches modern dance. This is all too familiar to my college dance career.

Sunday is the LAST DAY of Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale! Tons of designer goods left at dangerously low prices. I spy Tory Burch riding boots (all sizes left!), the most darling Kate Spade watch, Burberry sunglasses, and scalloped gold flats fit for a princess.

Have you watched Winesday yet?

Babes in the beantown (& surrounding):: The Street in Chestnut Hill is hosting a sidewalk sale you do not want to miss on Saturday! Live entertainment, sales at every store, free food… it’s a no-brainer.

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The T-Shirt Dress

July 29, 2015 by Emily 4 Comments

There are few things I love more than a good t-shirt dress. They’re like, right up there with chai lattes and snail mail and Sundays with no plans.

I normally treat them as weekend-wear, pairing with Keds or Chucks and a denim jacket maybe, but I had fun dressing up this one from Brass for the office, as a part of our 9-5 style event tonight. How is it that pearls + a blazer automatically make everything office-appropriate? I’ve been tempted more than once to pair a romper with a blazer and see if I can get away with it. Maybe I should have kept that to myself.

[ Photos by Liz McBride + Li Joubert of Catalogue ]

I hope to see so many of you tonight at our event with Brass in Boston! RSVP here & let me know if you’re coming!

pssst! In case you’re lost, read more about Brass here.

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9-5 Style with Brass

July 28, 2015 by Emily 4 Comments

So jazzed to share this brand with you guys.

If you’re local, there’s a good chance you’ve already heard of Brass. I feel like I’ve been getting peeps of the Brass buzz around Boston for months on end now, and for good reason. Jay Hallstein and Katie Doyle, like most ladies I know, love the high-quality of designer dresses, but have a hard time justifying the price. So here’s their brainchild: a company that takes the middleman out of manufacturing, bringing you beautiful, amazing quality designer dresses and a far more reasonable price point.

And thankgawd because I want to add every single one of these dresses to my closet.

These are staples, the kind of pieces that you can dress up or down, that’ll take you from the office to a night out. And they are kind of like the SOTTP— they works for so many different personal styles. Take my girl Kayte of Mass Musings. Love her to death, but she and I have TOTALLY opposite personal styles. Read: Kayte has mastered the art of cool-girl-effortless-boho-city-chic-amazingness, while most days I look like I’m dressed for tea with the Queen. Or a horse race. Or taking my minivan from the supermarket to my child’s soccer practice to my white-picket-fence home or you get the point.

ANYWHO here’s the real point. These are some of the most versatile dresses I have ever seen, and we’re going to show you how to style them, whether you’re boho-chic like Kayte or a wannabe-Ivy-League prepster like me. Join us with Brass for a summer style event TOMORROW (Wednesday 7/29!) in Boston.

Stop by for shopping, styling, & sips– we’ll be at the Boylston Breather location:
715 Boylston St. RSVP here.

[ in order of appearance:: ]
Band Dress + The Shirt Dress
Tunic Dress
Knit Column Dress
The Tank Maxi

See you tomorrow morning here for more looks + tomorrow night at 715 Boylston for some shopping!

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Weekend Links

July 24, 2015 by Emily 2 Comments

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Happy Friyay my bebes! Wishing you a weekend full of blue skies, outdoor adventures, sunkissed tan lines, and chilled rosé. Until then, here are some links + sales to help you pass the hours. Smooch!

It’s also TAYDAY for me and anticipation of tonight I’ve been ~~listening to 1989 on repeat~~ on the hunt for matching separates! Girlfriend rocks these like there’s no tomorrow. I’m not normally one to wear a crop top, but when it comes with a matching high-waisted skirt? Much more doable for this conservative nancy. Even Kate Spade and Lilly Pulitzer have jumped on the trend.

For those of you in the Boston area, ~~Stifler’s mom~~ Jennifer Coolidge is currently starring in Saving Kitty at the Central Square Theater– saw it with my mama last night and don’t think I stopped laughing for more than two minutes through the entire show. It’s only playing through next Saturday, so getcho tickets stat!

After 98 years, Converse is releasing a new design of their infamous Chuck Taylors. Remember when you were automatically labeled poser if you wore these to high school in the early 2000s? Also, do high schoolers still use the word poser?

Husband + sister + sister’s boyf keep pushing me to do a camping trip. You must be shocked to hear camping isn’t something I crave. BUT Natalie’s experience on the Boston Harbor Islands is making me want to give it a chance.

Anthropologie is offering 20% off EVERYTHING this weekend to Anthro members, and I can tell ya in about a decade of shopping at this store, I have never seen that happen. Sign up now if you’re not an Anthro member!

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