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Fairytale Separates

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White Lace Crop Top

I didn’t do much planning when I first got engaged, but I did jump on ordering some bridesmaid dresses within a couple months. While I still love them and am not regretting said decision at all, I have been smitten with some of the unique bridesmaid ideas I have come across since… from mixed blush tones to bold prints, but especially skirts as opposed to dresses [see here + here + here!].

End of story, as I’m not switching things up on my gals now, but the whole separates thing is on my mind these days, and I’ve been playing with the idea of styling them for formal events, instead of yet another cocktail dress. We can also thank Sarah Hyland circa Emmys 2014 for this.

Skirts for Formal Events

Boxy Eyelash Lace Top, Forever 21 | Pleated Midi Skirt, Forever 21 | Locket, Catbird [similar] | Earrings c/o Rocksbox [use code shellchicdxoxo for a month of free Rocksbox!] | Cedar Street Mini Maise, Kate Spade | Black Heels, LC Lauren Conrad

Pleated Pink Midi Skirt

Kate Spade Cedar Street Mini Maise

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Black LC Lauren Conrad Heels

Would you try this trend, or rather play it safe?

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A Ted Baker Summer

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ted baker boston fashion show

A couple weeks ago, I attended a Fashionably Late show at the Liberty Hotel in Boston– this one featuring Ted Baker London. I’m a huge fan of all things related to British fashion, and it was so fun to see some of Ted Baker’s newest summer pieces. A few of my favorites from the evening…

ted baker summer jackets[ MEEDA Blazer, $298 // ZOHE Cropped Jacket, $310 // KERISA Jacket, $248 ]

color block pleated skirt[ ALIMA Pleated Collar Top, $175 // LAVAA Colour Block Midi, $225 ]

ted baker summer dresses[ PERLAA Floral Dress, $298 // CANNA Dress, $198 // ATTAVIA Printed Maxi, $375 ]

liberty hotel fashionably late

Ted Baker is also celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year, and you can celebrate with them TONIGHT! Boston friends, Lux & Concord is hosting a party at the Newbury Street location (201 Newbury) tonight from 6-9 PM. Enjoy 25% off, plus RSVP here and you’ll be automatically entered to win the trip of a lifetime! For other cities, check the Ted Baker twitter account to see where your party is…!

Blazer Beauty

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I am so excited about this week’s Friday’s Francies theme since blazers are my favorite fall pieces [good choice {av}!]. I especially love the look of boyfriend blazers (like this one from Jack Wills), because they have a bit more of a laid-back feeling but are still chic and professional. J Crew also has some in a ton of cute colors this season… loving this pink one!

Only problem I have with blazers is there gets to be a time in New England’s fall–>winter when they are not enough of a jacket, but also feel too bulky under anything else! How do you all do with wearing them under coats? Or do you just layer under the blazer to stay warm?

Blazer Beauty

Renshaw Boyfriend Blazer, Jack Wills, £229
Accordion Pleat Chiffon Skirt, Forever 21, $15.80
Aoxi Heeled Oxfords, Anthropologie, $198
Bloomfield Headband, Jack Wills, £19
Mod in Mauve Clutch, ModCloth, $50 (sale!)
All Wrapped Up Pearl Earrings, Kate Spade New York, $68
Snake Chain Bracelet, J Crew, $58
Hang in There Glasses Pendant Necklace, Kate Spade New York, $148

Happy weekend everyone!! xx 

New Girl

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One great thing about postgrad life is I finally have a little more time for TV. Pretty sure for the last four years all I watched was Gossip Girl, plus Lost reruns over winter and summer breaks. But now with no homework, no meetings, and no fewer rehearsals, I have some weeknights back. And the show I took on: New Girl!

I’ve always loved Zooey Deschanel, and as much as I hate to admit it, I see myself relating an eensy bitsy bit (ok a lot) to her character here. So, what task to take on but to channel her style?

Sweater, J Crew
Pleated skirt, &M
Tights, Express
Ballet flats, Steve Madden

How’d I do? Do you watch New Girl?