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Darling, it’s a Lilly!

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On Saturday, Lilly Pulitzer Rousseau celebrated her 81st birthday, and Lilly lovers around the country celebrated as well. I stopped by Newbury Street’s In the Pink just long enough to fall in love with the entire store and toast to Lilly and the pink + green brand you can’t help but feel happy wearing. To learn more about Lilly herself, I highly suggest Kathryn Livingston’s Lilly: Palm Beach, Tropical Glamour, and the Birth of a Fashion Legend. I’m only a couple chapters in and am already in love.

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pssst! Here are some current favorites I’m loving…!

lilly pulitzer resort 2012Charter Sweater, $148 // Cassie Dress, $98 // Lauren Puffer Vest Printed, $198

Extending Summer Since 1959

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If there’s one brand that succeeds at keeping the summer vibe alive all through autumn, it is definitely Lilly Pulitzer. Every year, I think I’m in the clear once I get through the epic End of Summer Sale, and then the Fall Lookbook comes out and taunts me even more. Here are some of my current fall favorites from the line:

Rosaline Dress, $278
Hazel Sweater Dress, $208
Mara Dress, $268

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Audrey Top, $58
Marcotte Sweater, $128
Hart Top, $58

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Worth Skinny Mini Printed, $158
Luxury Capri, $158
Arizona Skirt, $108

lilly fall accessories

Wrap Chain Necklace, $58
Love Note Clutch Lizard, $128
Resort Chic Wedge Suede, $228

Definitely feeling all of the royal + green and royal + coral combos this fall! What do you think of the collection?

Derby Days

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Lilly Pulitzer Carolina Cup Dress

Carolina Cup Dress, Lilly Pulitzer // Derby Hat, Marley Lilly // Bracelets, Glitter Box Jewelry via Etsy; LC Lauren Conrad; Alex & Ani // Ring, Urban Outfitters [similar] // Mid-wedges, Jack Rogers

That’s a lie. The Derby Days aren’t even close. But I scooped up this Carolina Cup Dress (still on sale!) upon the end of the season and could not be more smitten. I suppose it will just have to make a second debut come next year!

Marley Lilly Derby Hat

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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!

I Believe in Pink

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Rosy favorites from lately making me smile…

Raspberry sorbet from a favorite Boston restuarant

A new favorite read

Bfrend‘s Coco bracelet

Fun flamingo mug of coffee to start the day

Finally trying Starbucks’ new Refreshers

No pink post exists without some Lilly Pulitzer

Neon goodness from H&M

Baby You’re a Firework

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The 4th of July may have passed, but I don’t think there’s any reason why you can’t embrace fireworks all summer long! How fun are these Lilly Pulitzer glow-in-the-dark Callahan Shorts? Mixed with some glitter shoes? I think I’ve already got next year’s look planned out…

Staring at Stars Cable Tunic, Urban Outfitters, $15 (sale!)
Callahan Short in Sparkle Glow, Lilly Pulitzer, $64 
Nail Polish in Silver Bullions / Mesmerize / Lights, Essie, $8
Bow Hair Clip, American Apparel, $10
Classic Glitter Slip-Ons, TOMS, $54

What did you rock on the 4th? Would you wear a fireworks print all summer long?

Block Party

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For today’s Friday’s Fancies, we’re talking color blocking. I’ve never been a huge fan of this trend on me (pretty sure the only evidence of my attempts at it lies here)…  but I do like blocking in the sense of picking just two single colors to work through an entire look. I’m planning on wearing this dress to a late summer wedding– you may or may not be able to see the subtle orange detailing on it in the photo, or in real life for that matter, so I’m looking forward to highlighting it with some bright orange accessories…

Aleesa Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $238
Painted Jewels Necklace, Kate Spade, $198
Super Skinny Waist Belt, ASOS, $10
Cielo Pumps, BCBGeneration, $89

Happy weekend! xx

Summer of Lilly

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Happy first day of summer + National Wear Your Lilly Day! You all know I have a soft spot for Lilly Pulitzer, so this is definitely one of my favorite days of the year. Not to mention, LP is offering free gifts with purchase today, so get shopping!

Sunhats and Sunnies

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Aleesa Dress, Lilly Pulitzer [print]
Derby Hat, Marley Lilly
Bracelet, Tiffany & Co.
Sunglasses, H&M
Patent flats, Lacoste [similar]

Summer is practically here and I fully plan on embracing every second of sunshine I can get over the next few months! I’ve been going out of my way just so I can walk along the Boston Harbor and soak up as much sunlight + summer cheer as I can. Long New England winters can do that to ya.

How are you soaking up summer this year?

Derby Days

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Some days I wonder how I was not born in the South. Lilly dresses and white gloves and and sweet tea and proper gentlemen and big ‘ol plantations? My dream come true. Oh, and the Kentucky Derby. Can’t forget the Derby.

Carolina Cup Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $198
Horseshoe Stud Earrings, Elizabeth and James, $85 
Monogrammed Wide Derby Hat, Marley Lilly, $30 
Pearl Flower Button Stud Earrings, LC Lauren Conrad, $14 
Marbella Mid Wedges, Jack Rogers, $178 
Derby Bracelet, Swell Caroline, $38 

How cute is the horseshoe print of this dress? In serious lust.

One day I’ll make it down there. But for now I’ll just dream about wearing this darling outfit to the races. That’s what Friday’s Fancies are for!