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Emmi Kate Does Ellie Kai

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Ellie Kai Dress Cape Cod
Ellie Kai is one brand that has yet to fail me.

This is one of the comfiest maxi dresses I own. This receives more compliments than anything I think I’ve ever worn. Now this Ellie Kai dress–Kristin–from their new summer collection, has made its way into my suitcase for every weekend trip we’ve had since Memorial Day, and that’s–count ’em–three. Not to mention a bridal luncheon in the city too.I’m not playing favorites or anything.

If you haven’t heard me gush about this brand before, you may not know that one of its best features is its emphasis on customization. Pick your favorite style in your favorite print, sure. But then choose the length. Pockets. Exposed zipper. COLOR of the zipper! Made-to-order is not just a marketing phrase; it’s how these gals do.

I didn’t realize until this crazy month of travel, though, how revolutionary the idea of no-wrinkle fabric is. Right off the plane and into an Uber to rehearsal dinner? Easy. Post-wedding brunch Sunday morning? No hungover ironing required. Where. Have. I. Been? Oh right, taking my third shower so I can steam everything in my suitcase. No-wrinkle summer dresses belong in every woman’s closet is the moral of this story.

Most recently the beauty featured here served me during our stay down the Cape at Wequassett {can’t wait to tell ya more about that later!}. The sweet spotted coral print? Can’t get enough. Not your cup of tea? Choose from t-h-i-r-t-y other options instead!

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Coral Kristin Ellie Kai Dress c/o | Kiel James Patrick Pearl Necklace | Kate Spade Lemon Satchel Bag [similar] | Nine West Nude Wedges [similar 1; 2]

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Pantone Color Report :: Peach Echo

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Sarah Hyland Emmys 2014 Skirt*via Getty Images

Pantone Peach Echo. Is it coral? Is it orange? Salmon? Admittedly, I think this may be my least favorite of this week’s Pantone Color Report 2016 roundup, but I still can’t say that I hate it {and it does trump some of the others on the full list– just not feeling Buttercup or Green Flash!}. And I LOVE it paired with Serenity actually– swooning over this bridesmaid look in particular!

Pantone Peach Echo

Pantone Peach Echo Spring Fashion

1 // Smathers & Branson Starfish Needlepoint Key Fob
2 // Essie Tart Deco Nail Polish
3 // Set in Stone Enamel Hinged Bangle
4 // Bed & Breakfast Accent Pillow
5 // Capped Sleeve Playsuit
6 // LC Lauren Conrad Rose Heels
7 // Liliana Open Toe Sandal
8 // Jack Rogers Nantucket Gold Sandals
9 // Joie a la Plage Flip Flop
10 // J.Crew Collection Cashmere Long Sleeve Tee {on sale!}
11 // Kate Spade Initial Notebook
12 // Rebecca Minkoff M.A.B. Tote Mini
13 // Oasis Jacquard Dress
14 // Kent Drop-Waist Dress
15 // Bishop + Young High Neck Crop Tank
16 // Gabby Skye Cap Sleeve Drop Waist Dress

That concludes it! You can find my Serenity + Rose Quartz + Lilac Gray + Snorkel Blue highlights as well. Now tell me– what’s your favorite hue of the season?

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SHOP PEACH ECHO::

Weekend Wear

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MDW y’all! We’ll be bouncing all over Massachuetts for the next couple days… crossing my fingers that this silly + chilly rain clears up and brings some of that delicious summer sun!

A little coral + navy take on red, white, & blue in honor of Memorial Day…

Lilly Pulitzer FIrecracker Sweater; Navy and Coral

[ Marielle Boatneck Intarsia Sweater | Packable Brim Sunhat | Nylon Backpack | Coral Chino Short | Espadrille Wedges (take an extra 40% off with code EVENT) | Sparks Fly Idiom Bangle ]

And while you’re outdoor grilling and sipping those adult beverages, just take a few moments to remember the real reason this holiday exists xo

Harbor Happy

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Boston Harbor Photography

I’m the most excited to share these photos with you all today! Last weekend I met up with my friend Hope Kauffman, photographer extraordinaire, for a fun shoot around the Boston Harbor. This girl is going places…. like, literally. Boston was just a quick stop on her way to South Africa to shoot with Russell James... as in, Victoria’s Secret photographer Russell James. She made time for little me and I could not have had a more fun time shooting + playing around the Waterfront with her!

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Nautical Boston Photography

Hope Kauffman Fashion Photography

Navy Anchor Blazer

Navy Gold Heels; Coral Skinny Jeans

Lilly Pulitzer Booze Cruise Bangle Bracelet

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Anchor Blazer, The Limited [similar] | Navy Striped Top, Tommy Hilfiger [similar 1; 2] | Coral Skinny Jeans c/o Articles of Society [similar colors 1; 2] | Bangle, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] | Heels, Christian Siriano x Payless [#noshame] [similar 1; 2; 3]

As if I didn’t just bombard you, check out Hope’s blog for more of the photos. And no matter where you’re located, if you’re looking for a fashion//wedding//headshot photographer, give this girl a call. She’ll fly to you!

Etsy by Color

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I like to think of Etsy as the original Pinterest… a site I could bop around on for hours, finding new items to lust over and never-ending DIY inspiration. Here are some of my latest Etsy finds, in a coral color to slowly ween us off of summer brights and into fall oranges…

Etsy in Coral
[ 16×16 Pillow, Simply Divine by JoAnn, $17 ]
[ Anchor Wall Coat Hook, BOLDHOUSE, $15 ]
[ Tasseled Garland, Prost to the Host, $35 ]
[ Holly Golightly Coral Dress, Fleet Collection, $68 ]
[ Coral Chevron Clutch, Sew Sarah R, $39 ]
[ Striped Linen iPhone 5 Case, starcreature studio, $23 ]
[ Starfish Earrings, Strawberry Universe, $8 ]
[ Monogram Flask, Liquid Courage, $22 ]
[ Coral Chairs, Olive Juice Chicago, $400 ]

Show Your AOS

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coral jeans

Jacket, Old Navy [similar] // Olivia Skinny Jeans c/o Articles of Society // Party Crossbody Purse, Lilly Pulitzer // Bracelets [ask!] // Resort Chic Wedges, Lilly Pulitzer

There’s a little saying around this part of the country:: if you don’t like the weather in New England, wait a minute.

And nothing has ever been more accurate. One day we’re pushing 80, the next I’m back to layers and pants. Articles of Society sent me these bee-yoo-tiful coral skinnies recently, and they have been the perfect addition to my spring closet– for days when the temps don’t exactly feel like warm spring.

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lilly pulitzer party crossbody

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seashell wedges

How fun is all that pink? I’m also so tempted by the same pair in mint and this light-wash sky blue.

Have a pair already, or ready to purchase? Articles of Society is currently running an Instagram contest– tag photos of your favorite pair of AOS jeans with the hashtag #ShowYourAOS for a chance to be featured on their blog and win a free pair! Deets below:

articles of society instagram contest

The Moral of Coral + Other Weekend Things

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Happy Monday kittens!

How were your weekends? Mine started off super hectic, as we had lots of visitors at the new house (and Puffy does not let visitors come to a dirty home!), but ended up very relaxing.  On Thursday, the closest thing I’ve ever had to a little sister, Morgan of I Call it Lovely, came up to visit with her mama.  She stayed in the city with me Thursday (I dragged her around apartment shopping and to dance class– what’s family for?), and then we spent the rest of the weekend at my parents’ house on the water.

We went out for seafood Saturday night and I finally got to use the gorgeous coral clutch she got me for my birthday.  I loved how sharp the color looked against my white dress, and that’s what I had been waiting to use it with, but after seeing how Cupcakes and Cashmere paired hers, I know I need to be more adventurous with it.  I figured out that it’s actually hard to find much that doesn’t go well with coral, especially in the summertime!

Having Morgan and her mom in town made me realize again how hard it’s going to be to not have my childhood home to go back to at holidays.  We always have Christmas Eve with their family but now with the move it looks like we have new traditions to start!  But like my mom said to Morgan’s, “those girls will always find their way back to each other.”  And we will– love you sissy 🙂