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Take a [harbor]walk in my shoes…

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Boston Harborwalk Seaport

hey! spring!

The [almost]-seventy degree temps this past weekend meant one thing: I was hitting the Harborwalk! I usually pop on in the North End and walk all the way to Seaport, so the walk requires two things: nice weather [check!], and comfortable shoes!

Woven Brown Leather Sandals

The team at White Mountain [they’re based in New England– hey local!] sent me these super comfy catamaran sandals, and I couldn’t wait to break them out for one of our first days of sandal weather. I walked hours in them and didn’t get one blister! They also come in Natural and I am definitely not contemplating getting them in a second color or anything…

J.Crew Whale Sweater | Urban Outfitters Green Fit + Flare Dress

Whale Sweater, J.Crew [similar] | Dress, Urban Outfitters [similar 1; 2] | Crossbody Bag, Madewell | Tassel Keychain, Design Darling | Catamaran Sandals, White Mountain

Green Navy Whale Sweater

I’m also on the hunt for comfortable (or even just bearable!) spring wedges, and am loving these Tigerlily Honey Heels and Mamba Navy Wedges. Amiright?

Gold Tassel Keychain | Madewell Leather Purse

Boston Spring Fashion

Catamaran Sandals | White Mountain Shoes Review

White Mountain is giving my readers 22% off their purchase with code SHELL22— what will you pick up?!

Social Media Maven Gift Guide

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HashOuts Hashtag Bracelets

I’ve got a triple-fun outfit post//product review//gift guide for you all today. The folks at Hashouts (who happen to also be Emerson alums!) sent me one of their fun customizable bracelet kits [because I need to be hashtagging more like I need a hole in the head]. Each kit comes with a bracelet + 73 slide-on letters, including the @ and # symbols… #obvi.

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Side note: Chilly days by the beach are my favorite
Excursion Quilted Vest, J.Crew | Cardigan, J.Crew [similar] | Gingham Shirt, J.Crew Factory | Monogram Scarf, Marley Lilly | Jeans, H&M | Petal to the Metal Pouchette, Marc Jacobs | Rope Bracelet, KJP | Watch, Urban Outfitters | Achromatic Hashtag Bracelet c/o Hashouts | Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren [similar]

Hashtag Arm Party

Change your hashtag as often as you want– the charms are easily switchable, and 73 characters has been plenty to say everything I’ve needed to! Hashouts is also giving my reads $5 off their starter kits– just enter #shellchicdiscount at checkout!

Navy Monogram Scarf

Navy + Green Layers

This bracelet inspired me to put together a gift guide to shop for all the other social media nerds, like myself, in your life. Have at it!

Social Media Lover Gift Guide

[ 1 ] Selfie T-Shirt, ASOS, $29
[ 2 ] Delicate Hashtag Necklace, C.Wonder, $24
[ 3 ] Your Pad or Mine iPad Folio, Kate Spade, $85
[ 4 ] I’m So Posting This iPhone 5 Case, Juicy Couture, $28
[ 5 ] Bracelet + Letter Kits, Hashouts, $38-$44
[ plus $5 off with code #shellchicdiscount! ]
[ 6 ] Twitter-Plate Necklace, BaubleBar, $100
[ 7 ] #KillingIt Folded Cards, Ashley Brooke Designs, $18
[ 8 ] Social Media Icon Ring Set, C.Wonder, $34

What would you get for all your blogger friends?

Sail Away

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sailboat skirt

Skirt c/o eShakti // Tank, Gap // Bracelets, KJP; Alex & Ani; oh buoy Boston // Clutch, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] // Nude Pumps, Steve Madden

Kelly green and navy. Sailboats. Anchors. I really am becoming predictable aren’t I?

I just adore this skirt eShakti sent me for spring. Not only did they fit me to my exact measurements, I was also able to customize the skirt length. I’ve never owned a piece of clothing that flatters my waist like this, plus the buttons are the cutest touch. See here, here, and here for other favorites of mine from their spring line!

eshakti spring 2013 skirt

button waist skirt

green navy sailboat

lilly pulitzer nautical clutch

Disclaimer: I was provided a skirt by eShakti for review; all opinions expressed are one hundred percent my own.

Buttons and Bows: Lilly Pulitzer Evie Dress

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lilly pulitzer button dress

Lilly Pulitzer Evie Dress // J.Crew Cardigan [similar] // Laren Ralph Lauren Pearls [similar] // American Apparel Bow // Kiel James Patrick Rope bracelet // Lauren Ralph Lauren Riding Boots [similar]

If this isn’t my personal style wrapped up into an outfit, I’m not sure what is. A whimsy printed dress, navy blue + kelly green color combo, pearls, bows, and Lilly? If my life were an occupation, this would be the uniform.

navy hair bow

lilly pulitzer evie dress

button print fabric

Gift Guide No. Three

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Gift Guide #3: Green

(1) Dot-Every-I Journal, Anthropologie, $14
(2) Leather Colorblock Passport Case, J.Crew, $45
(3) Bubble Necklace, J.Crew, $150
(4) Leather Tote, Gap, $125
(5) Vickers Bow, Kiel James Patrick, $58
(6) Bow Hair Clip, American Apparel, 3 for $34
(7) Macaron Case, Urban Outfitters, $10
(8) Cole Enamel Stud Earrings, Tory Burch, $68
(9) Croffix Sailing Belt, Kiel James Patrick, $88
(10) Plaid a Little Love Bag, ModCloth, $38

Kelly + Navy

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Raise your hand if you’re a New Girl fan! I can’t get enough of Jess’s quirky humor, or her adorable style. Spotted in this polka dot J.Crew sweater recently (still available in gray!), she has really put me in the mood to mix navy blue + kelly green… and clearly I’m not alone in craving this pairing…!

navy and green fashion

(1) Murfee Scarf, Lilly Pulitzer, $118
(2) Upwardly Mobile Satchel, The Cambridge Satchel Company, $185
(3) New Girl Courage Top, Modcloth, $38
(4) Polka Dot Over-the-Knee Socks, Forever 21, $4
(5) Alanis Sweater, Lilly Pulitzer, $118
(6) Striped Button Shoulder Tee, Lauren Ralph Lauren, $38 (sale!)
(7) iPad Folio Hedgehog Case, Kate Spade, $85
(8) Au Contraire Hinge Bangle, Kate Spade, $89 (sale!)
(9) Rodwell Rainboot, Dirty Laundry, $35

Kelly + Navy

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Raise your hand if you’re a New Girl fan! I can’t get enough of Jess’s quirky humor, or her adorable style. Spotted in this polka dot J.Crew sweater recently (still available in gray!), she has really put me in the mood to mix navy blue + kelly green… and clearly I’m not alone in craving this pairing…!

navy and green fashion

(1) Murfee Scarf, Lilly Pulitzer, $118
(2) Upwardly Mobile Satchel, The Cambridge Satchel Company, $185
(3) New Girl Courage Top, Modcloth, $38
(4) Polka Dot Over-the-Knee Socks, Forever 21, $4
(5) Alanis Sweater, Lilly Pulitzer, $118
(6) Striped Button Shoulder Tee, Lauren Ralph Lauren, $38 (sale!)
(7) iPad Folio Hedgehog Case, Kate Spade, $85
(8) Au Contraire Hinge Bangle, Kate Spade, $89 (sale!)
(9) Rodwell Rainboot, Dirty Laundry, $35

Fall Lust List

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I have the September issues. I’ve been reading the blogs. I’ve browsed the stores. And this is what I’ve come up with as my official autumn wish list…

fall 2012 fashion

1 // A Kelly-green blazer or jacket. I’ve wanted one ever since Anne Hathaway rocked the color in The Devil Wears Prada.
Couldn’t A-green More Blazer, ModCloth, $55

2 // Peplum. It was so trendy this spring/summer, but I really only picked up one piece in the cut, and am lusting after more!
Peplum Ponte Tank, Anthropologie, $78

3 // A timeless, leather bag. An investment piece I hope will last for many falls to come.
Newnham Side Bag, Jack Wills, $298

4 // Neck scarves. So Jackie O. And how adorable is this fox print?
Foxy Printed Chiffon Scarf, Tory Burch, $165

5 // I love my Lilly Pulitzer umbrella, but the bright pink and green doesn’t blend so well during November rain storms.
Lyndhurst Umbrella, Jack Wills, $39.50

6 // Flat tan boots. They go with [almost] everything in my closet.
Candence Boots, Steve Madden, $99

7 // Tory Burch flats. For everything the boots don’t match.
Reva Ballerina Flat, Tory Burch, $195

8 // Loafers. I especially love ones with preppy details like the horse, and tassels.
Marshmallow Loafers with Trim, ASOS, $43

9 // Nautical jewelry. To keep the feeling of New England summers alive all through the cold temperatures.
Crimson Fish Cuff, BaubleBar, $42