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In Denial

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White H&M Boyfriend Blazer

I’m wearing white. And shorts. And open-toed shoes. Sorry, what did you say? Something about Labor Day? No, I didn’t quite catch that.

I could tell you this is the last you’ll see of these sorts of items until next June-ish, but let’s be real:: it’s probably not.

blazer + shorts + heels

Everlane T-shirts

Tailored Jacket c/o H&M | Gray Tee, Everlane | Denim Shorts, Forever21 [similar 1; 2] | Piper Sunglasses c/o Warby Parker | Black Handbag c/o H&M | Strappy Sandals, LC Lauren Conrad

Best bags for work

I picked up this blazer + this bag back at H&M Newbury Street’s grand re-opening party, hosted by my lovely friend Kristen. I was on the hunt for summer–> fall transition wear, so SEE. I am at least thinking about fall.

Summer to Fall Transition Outfits

I also snagged some things for our new place from H&M’s new home section [Boston is one of the only stores in the country with one!], butttt the apartment is still in shambles so you might just have to wait a little longer to see…!

LC Lauren Conrad Shoes

Shorts, Shorts, Shorts, SHORTS SHORTS

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Sung to the tune of… well, you know.

J. Crew Emerald Pool Shorts

It was HOT here this weekend. Got a taste of full-on sunburnt//mosquito-bitten//legs-stick-to-your-seat//I-didn’t-really-need-this-denim-jacket summer! Because, this is New England. The land of 9 months of winter, 2 days of spring, 3 months of sticky summer, and a handful of beautiful fall days. Give or take.

Green Purple Yellow Floral Shorts

Navy + Kelly Green Outfit

Navy Tee, Max Studio [similar] | Emerald Pool Shorts, J.Crew Factory [shorts sold out; print here + here + here//similar shorts here + here] | Denim Jacket, Old Navy [similar] | Tortoise Glasses c/o Warby Parker | Monogram Necklace c/o Onecklace | Arm Party Bracelet, Kate Spade [similar] | Braided Belt, J.Crew Factory | Pink Clutch, Kate Spade [similar 1; 2] | Wedges, GAP [similar]

Boston Fashion Blogger

Warby Parker Tortoise Glasses

Kate Spade Pink Gold Bow Purse

AND shorts weather also means the return of voting season! I’ve been nominated again for Best Fashion Blog by the Boston A-List– would you darlings be ever so kind + spend 20 seconds giving shell chic’d a vote? xo

Weekend Wear

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Happy Friday little lovebugs! I’m just about off to Cape Cod for a weekend of volunteering [anyone running the Ragnar Relay?!]. While I’m sure this look will soon officially be replaced with sneaks + a staff t-shirt, it was made with casual, New England-y comfort in mind!

What to wear on Cape Cod | shell chic'd

[ Oxford Shirt | Boyfriend Shorts | Starfish Pave Stud Earrings | Rock Crab Needlepoint Hat | Cape Cod Charm Bangle | Straw Tote | Striped Espadrilles | Madison Sunglasses ]

Whatcha all up to on this pretty spring weekend?

A Short Story

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As much as I love summer sundresses, I cannot wait to pack as many shorts-centered outfits as I can into my daily wardrobe before the season ends. I happen to especially adore the pairing of shorts with long-sleeved shirts (often oxfords, seen here and here). The culottes style of this pair feels like it needs a form-fitting tee on top, and then would be just perfect for a casual dinner out along the water.

Short Story

[ Make Me Wanna Scoop Top, ModCloth, $18 ]
[ Vintage Dressing Northampton Shorts, Ralph Lauren, $135 ]
[ Anchors Away Pendant Necklace, C.Wonder, $48 ]
[ Logo Carryall Tote, Sperry Top-Sider, $165 ]
[ Palm Beach Navajo Flat, Jack Rogers, $110 ]

Do you ladies turn to shorts when the weather is warm, or more often dresses and skirts?

Totally Tanked

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There are quite a handful of weekends every summer, mostly those ones with 88-degree-plus days, in which I resort back to my adolescent way of dressing: shorts, sneaks, and a tank top. With some layered necklaces and bangles, plus a sweet bow-back detail, to dress it up, I’m ok with that.

navy bow back tank top, pink shorts j crew, giraffe necklace, white keds, kate spade rope bracelet, gold knot earrings, pearl necklace

[ Silk Bow-Back Tank, Madewell, $70 (sale!) ]
[ Chino Short, J.Crew Factory, $27.50 ]
[ Champion Canvas Sneakers, Keds, $40 ]
[ Multistrand Pearl Necklace, J.Crew Factory, $39.50 ]
[ Enamel Critter Charm Necklace, J.Crew Facotry, $19.50 ]
[ Learn The Ropes Thin Bracelet, Kate Spade, $32 ]
[ Know The Ropes Knot Earrings, Kate Spade, $58 ]

Ladies: take those J.Crew Factory prices with a grain of salt— extra 50% off all final sale items with code SPREE right now!

Scallops + Sunnies

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I love the fact that my office has a very lax dress code, but even there I feel like I’m pushing the limits by wearing shorts to work. That is the only thing keeping me from indulging in my mile-long wish list of them, including scalloped ones like the below, but also fun printed ones like these and these.

Shorts and Sunnies

[ Stripe Button-Down Shirt, J.Crew, $49.50 (sale!) ]
[ Scallop Hem Shorts, ASOS, $31 ]
[ Mini Legacy Bag, Anthropologie, $228 ]
[ Sundaze Oversized Square Sunglasses, Urban Outfitters, $12 ]
[ Carmelita Wedge, Kate Spade, $258 ]

When and where do you get the most use out of shorts?

Winthrop House

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free people navy lace shorts

Tee, H&M // Scalloped Lace Shorts, Free People // Belt, vintage  // Bracelets, Presh [similar] ; Kiel James Patrick; Alex & Ani // Pearls, J.Crew // Scarf bag, Angela & Roi // Ballets flats, TOMS

I share my love for Boston on here quite often. What I don’t share enough is my love for that little town over the river known as Cambridge. I’ve been spending lazy weekend afternoons there lately, and these photos come from a stroll around Harvard’s campus– an area I don’t get to nearly as much as I’d like to ever since I moved to this side of the Charles.

navy wrap bracelet

kiel james patrick rope bracelet

scarf handbag

harvard croquetpost script. This pretty scarf bag is from Angela & Roi, and don’t forget– they are offering 20% off one handbag of your choice to so anthro readers!

As you check out, enter coupon code EMSA881 from now until October 30. They are also offering free shipping as a part of their launch promotion for all customers 🙂

Outfit Snippets

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Because this one just looked better in pieces. Happy Monday!

american apparel navy bow

polka dot shorts

preppy arm party

striped nautical bags

brogues

Best Suds Shorts, ModCloth // Bow Hair Clip, American Eagle // Cape Knot Hitch, Kiel James Patrick // Around the World Watch, Urban Outfitters // Love bracelet, Glitterbox Jewelry // Striped Cross Body, American Eagle [similar 1; 2] // Brogues, ASOS [similar]

Road Trip

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All summer, I’ve been having this fantasy of waking up on a weekend morning with no plans and taking a spontaneous road trip down to The Cape. Hopping on the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket. Alas, it hasn’t happened yet, but this is the comfy, New England-style ensemble I’d throw on if it did! Love me some Friday’s Fancies.

preppy summer

Chambray Cargo Shirt, Madewell, $75
Embroidered Whale Dayboat Shorts, Vineyard Vines, $98
Bubble Necklace, J.Crew, $150
Navy Link Bangle, Design Darling, $25
Kingsgate Bag, Jack Wills, $9 (sale!)
Classic Canvas Slip-Ons, TOMS, $44

Fancies

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Sweater, Gap [similar] // Tank, Ambercrombie & Fitch // Best Suds Shorts, Modcloth // Belt, Vintage // Bracelets, Alex & Ani; Bfrend // Watch, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] // Boat shoes, Sperry Top-Sider

I have this bad habit of growing attached to items I blog about. Usually by writing/pinning/tweeting/etc., I can get the temptation out of my system, but there are some pieces I eventually just have to give in to and purchase. Like these polka dot shorts from this Friday’s Fancies— I even stole some of my own inspiration when putting together the outfit!

Do you find that you shop more or less through blogging, and do you find yourself purchasing much of what you feature?