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Dream Park

January 8, 2014 by Emily Leave a Comment

I suppose you could say my fashion blogging career started in this playground.

Sometime during my awkward high school years, probably drooling over the spreads of Teen Vogue, I realized this park would work as a pretty darn cute backdrop for my amateur “fashion photography,” if you can even call it that. So, I would grab my ~~best friends~~ models, put together some outfits [all fitting within a theme of course, jungle fever or bohemian flower child, perhaps], style them, and shoot away. I had quite the portfolio for a 16-year-old with a point-and-shoot.

Anyway, it only seemed fitting to stop by the old playground when I was in town, and experience for myself what I used to put my friends through all those years. Ladies, I do apologize now.

New Year’s Best

December 27, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Since seeing O My Darlings‘s Calypso St. Barth gold sequin pants in this Glitter Guide feature, I’ve been a little obsessed with the idea of finding a pair of glittery britches! The idea of lounging around in daytime sequins is sort of fantastic to me, but New Year’s Eve would be the real occasion to show them off.

[ Marina Tee, Lilly Pulitzer, $118 ]
[ Jagger Sequined Pant, House of Harlow, $70 (sale!) ]
[ Pearlised & Metal Clutch, River Island via ASOS, $55 ]
[ Hexagonal Screw Studs, C.Wonder, $24 ]
take 40% off full-price jewelry at C.Wonder!
[ Satin Monika Heels, Badgley Mischka, $75 (sale!) ]

I’m off for a few days to celebrate the new year but will be back up and running soon enough! Where are you ringing in 2014, and what are you wearing to do so?

Social Media Maven Gift Guide

December 11, 2013 by Emily 13 Comments

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.

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!

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!

[ 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?

Jack Wills Midseason Sale

October 25, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Damson and lace and plaid, oh my! Jack Wills has put a huge selection of their fall goodies on sale for the weekend—dive in before its all gone!

[ 1 ] Abadley Dress, $99 (also in charcoal!)
[ 2 ] Marston Woven Tee, $69
[ 3 ] Florey Wallet, $39
[ 4 ] Holcroft Shirt, $34 (additional colors!)
[ 5 ] Roselea Cardigan, $69
[ 6 ] Cranley Gilet, $99
[ 7 ] Longford Quilted Jacket, $79
[ 8 ] Fernlea Tee, $29 (additional colors!)
[ 9 ] Kearby Saddle Bag, $59

Let me know what you snag! Happy weekend! xx

Palettes with a Pop

September 18, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

I have a tendency to stick to one color palette with my outfits [right down to the nail polish— today’s is After School Boy Blazer by Essie], to the point where it almost becomes matchy-matchy. I put this outfit on other day, realized I was giving into my bad habit, and therefore decided to add a pop of pattern and additional color with my new Merona leopard pumps from Target. Much better.

And why yes! My legs are that pale. Any hint of a summer bronze is long gone for this girl!

How do you add fun pops to your everyday outfits?

Friday Night Lights

September 13, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Every year with fall’s arrival comes the traditional apple picking, cider doughnuts, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, crunchy leaves, and— of course— football. During the autumn I can’t help but be reminded of Friday nights spent in the student section at my old high school, cheering on the Unionville Indians (how is that name even PC anymore?!). I like to think that should I ever return for a Homecoming game, I’ll be dressed a bit better, but still sporting our blue and gold.

[ Cassie Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $88 ]
[ Monogrammed Hat, Marley Lilly, $25 ]
[ Tortoise Quad Link Collar, BaubleBar, $28 ]
[ Original Packable Tour Rain Boots, Hunter, $140 ]

Do you dress up for football games like those Southern belles, or do you stay comfy with your team’s sweats?

Labor Day [Reds and Whites and] Blues

August 30, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

I’m trying my darn best to stay positive about Labor Day this year. Though it does mean the end of summer, it’s one last weekend, and a long one at that, to celebrate this spectacular season, toast to a great upcoming autumn, and get one last wear out of those white jeans!

[ Dahlia Top, Lilly Pulitzer, $138 ]
[ Fornash Enamel Bow Earrings, Tuckernuck, $125 ]
[ Carmelita Heel, Kate Spade, $128 (sale!) ]
[ Nautical Flags Charm Bracelet, C.Wonder, $75 (sale!) ]
[ Call To Action That’s The Last Straw Gia, Kate Spade, $35 (sale!) ]
[ Modern Skinny Ankle Jeans, LOFT, $35 (sale!) ]

What do you all have planned for Labor Day weekend? I’ll be doing a bit of bouncing all over New England, so be sure to follow me on Instagram! See ya Tuesday 🙂

Sew Customizable

August 14, 2013 by Emily 11 Comments

I’ve always been a bit of a bag lady. When I was younger, I told people I wanted to be Kate Spade when I grew up. While I haven’t gone on to become a purse designer (yet at least!), I have such admiration for those who are. Meet Sarah from Sew Sarah R, whose pages upon pages of clutch designs have me drooling.

Totally customizable, from the fabric [ exterior + lining! ], to a personalized label inside, to monograms or other stitching on the outside, these clutches make such perfect gifts— especially for bridesmaids! Get your right-hand ladies matching ones, or coordinating colors, and add a chain if you want to make sure their hands are free for bouquets! Getting a big or little in your sorority this semester? Treat them with their letters on a clutch in your house’s colors.

I know should my wedding day ever come, I’ll be treating my bridesmaids to these— and maybe another for myself!

Sarah is offering my readers 10% off clutches from her Etsy shop with the code Shell, or if you buy from her website, you can enjoy free shipping until August 19th! Can’t wait to see what you all pick out 🙂

Hit the Road Jack

July 19, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

I think the best investment in footwear I have ever made can be attributed to my Jack Rogers. These are some pricey sandals, but there isn’t a summer outfit in my closet I can’t pair with my Jacks— they’re easy to dress up or down, and the platinum color (or gold below!) goes with everything (though if you’re not looking for particularly versatile shoes they also come in a ton more fun color combos!).

When {av} called for a Sandal Savvy Friday’s Fancies, I knew exactly what to feature…

[ Shift Dress with Frill Sleeves, ASOS, $54 ]
[ Hamptons Classic Navajo Flat, Jack Rogers, $110 ]
[ Elephant Studs, C.Wonder, $24 ]
[ Elephant Charm Bracelet, C.Wonder, $44 ]
[ Embellished Glaston Pouch, Anthropologie, $48 ]

Are you a Jacks fan, or do you have a different go-to summer sandal?

pssst! We’re in the final days of voting for Boston A-List! Would you take 10 seconds to vote for shell chic’d as Best Fashion Blog in Boston? Thanks all! xo

Seaside Soirees

July 9, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Not that I don’t tend to lean toward nautical styles all year round, but the summer is primetime for maritime looks, fit for sailboat rides and brunches with ocean views. ModCloth has been delivering just the sweetest nautical dresses this season, and I’ve rounded up a few of my favorites…

[ l-r ]
Mast Appeal Dress, $145 | Tie the Nautical Dress, $70 | At First Lighthouse Dress, $90

A Lakeshore Bet Dress, $53 | Fisher Schooner Dress, $90 | Work Your Way Up Dress, $75

Shoreline Soiree Dress, $78 | Birthday Off Dress, $98 | Something to Twirl About Dress, $63

Where are you finding your seafaring sundresses this summer?

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