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Nautical Treasures at Anthropologie’s Tag Sale

June 20, 2013 by Emily 8 Comments

Oh my oh my friends, Anthropologie has graced us with a good one this year! The annual Summer Tag Sale boasts markdowns up to 50 percent off, and it is really making me glad I held out on buying these items full price, because there are some goodies this year!

[ Topsail Chambray Dress, $79.95 ]

[ Mini Buoys, $9.95 | Mini Oars, $9.95 ]

[ Seafolly Boyleg Maillot, $110.95 ]

[ Seahorse Measuring Spoons, $9.95 | Seahorse Bottle Opener, $7.95 ]

[ Time Traveler Cardigan, $49.95 ]

[ Ponza Ship & Waves Canape Plate, $4.95 | Ponza Tiny Ships Canape Plate, $4.95 ]

[ Creeping Lace Hoodie, $59.95 ]

[ Coney Island Crossbody Bag, $199.95 ]

Do you have your eye on anything from the sale? I know this one is going to be super hard to resist!

Packing for the Vineyard

June 18, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

… Martha’s Vineyard that is. Where I am headed in just four short days for some [finally] vacation time!

[ 1 ] Classic Tote (Vineyard Vines, $95):: As a souvenir if for nothing else!

[ 2 ] Nautical Bathing Suit (J.Crew top, $40 + bottom, $25):: Beach days on Aquinnah are ahead.

[ 3 ] Murfee Scarf (Lilly Pulitzer, $118):: To use as a shawl during chilly nights.

[ 4 ] Linen Sweater (J.Crew, $54 [sale!]):: The perfect weight for summer.

[ 5 ] Baseball Hat (Marley Lilly, $25):: For saving my pale face from the sun!

[ 6 ] Cookbooks (The Cape Cod Table by Lora Brody, $16):: We want to save money by cooking instead of eating out every meal, and why not cater to where we are?

[ 7 ] Bottle Opener (ModCloth, $13):: Adult beverages.

[ 8 ] Koozie (Vineyard Vines, $5):: Additional adult beverages.

[ 9 ] Sunscreen (Aveeno, $10):: Because I’ve signed the Sun Savvy Pledge and promise to stick to it!

[ 10 ] Backpack (Forever 21, $27):: We’ll be biking around most of the island over the course of the week, and backpacks seem like the only way to go.

[ 11 ] Vacation Footwear (Jack Rogers, $100 + Sperry, $80):: Sandals that can easily transition from day-to-night and boat shoes are about all I need! (Well, in theory that is…)

What am I missing? What are your vacation essentials, especially for this little part of New England?

Rockport, Mass

June 17, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

I am clearly all for harbor town visits this summer! Before the madness of my dance show started a couple weeks ago, we took an afternoon drive up to the North Shore. Inspired by Anna’s post, I requested that we stop in Rockport, and oh my goodness. Its adorableness competes with Scituate‘s [and that’s saying something]. I just wanted to capture every sweet little detail of the darling harbor and town!

Dress, Anthropologie [similar]

Have you visited Rockport, or other Massachusetts harbor towns?

Seahorses, Scarves, & Summer

June 12, 2013 by Emily 28 Comments

Dress, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] | Scarf c/o Shawlsmith London | Purse, Kate Spade [similar] | Bracelet, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] | Navajo Midwedges, Jack Rogers

I bought this dress that I adore so much for a wedding last summer, and I hate buying dresses + outfits for occasions like such only to never wear them again. Problem is, I keep associating this dress with wedding-wear, so it feels too fancy for everyday.

Solution: A lightweight summer scarf, to subtly dress it down.

Shawlsmith London sent me this adorable Seahorse Stamp scarf, and it worked just perfectly with the sweet orange lining of this recycled dress!

[ might have matched my earrings to it… find similar ones here! ]

How fun is that print?

Some of my other current favorites from the Shawlsmith London line:

[ Cotton Candy Stripe, $96 | Seahorse Stamp in Sky, $52 | Bicycle, $52 ]

Do you layer with scarves in the summer, or are they a winter-only item in your closet?

Summer Wish List

June 11, 2013 by Emily 14 Comments

The middle of June is that funny time of year when you’re not sure what season it really is… Memorial Day has passed and temperatures are soaring, but technically it’s spring here for another week and a half! Irregardless, here is my summer wish list… what I’d like to stock up on before the season truly starts…

[ 1 ] Tank Dresses (Joie, $198):: Light, airy, and easy to throw on for super hot days, and to dress up at night

[ 2 ] Critter Earrings (C.Wonder, $34):: Summer is the most appropriate time to accessorize with seahorses, lobsters, and whales.

[ 3 ] Summer Scarves (ModCloth, $65):: Say hello to my new favorite outfit–> sundress + denim jacket or vest + lightweight scarf! Can’t stock up on enough!

[4 ] One-Piece Bathing Suit (Anthropologie, $98):: Is it just me, or are the one-pieces cuter than bikinis this year…?

[ 5 ] Nautical Bracelets (KJP x Brooks Brothers, $48):: I wear these all year long, but anchors are especially fitting in New England in the summer months.

[ 6 ] Starfish Sandals (INC for Macys, $56):: Because I missed out on a pair three years ago and have been on the hunt for some ever since!

[ 7 ] Seashell Belt (Lilly Pulitzer, $58):: With the new blog name, I am more drawn to seashells than ever.

[ 8 ] Monogrammed Luggage (J.McLaughlin, $285):: Less than two weeks until I take my first real vacation in two years = time to get packing!

[ 9 ] Nautical Necklaces (C.Wonder, $128):: Just timeless.

What’s top on your summer wish list this year?

Post-Memorial Day White

May 31, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

I’ve never really been one to play by the rules when it comes to getting dressed for the seasons, especially not with this no-white-before-Memorial-Day rule [though I will say please don’t let me catch you in white shorts during the fall]. But summer is the time when it feels most appropriate to lounge about in white sundresses as much as you can!

[ Amalfi Cutwork Beach Dress, French Connection, $102 ]
[ The Jean Vest in Storm Cloud Wash, Madewell, $88 ]
[ Booze Cruise Murfee Scarf, Lilly Pulitzer, $88 ]
[ Nappa Leather Starfish Sandal, C. Wonder, $138 ]

I’m hopping on this denim vest trend, and I love the idea of giving the white even more color with an additional scarf. How do you dress up your white?

Summer of Lilly

May 30, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

[ Calissi Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $228 ]

Summer is now… unofficially… in swing! Even though Memorial Day Weekend temperatures weren’t exactly soaring, I can’t help but plan for warmer summer days… here are some of my favorites from the newest shipment of Lilly Pulitzer…!

[ Tria Dress, $159 | Foley Dress, $398 | Amanda Dress, $198 ]

[ Colleen Romper, $158 | Tate Skirt, $158 | Jolene Skirt, $148 ]

[ Chevonne Top, $138 | Dusk Top, $98 | Braydon Tunic, $218 ]

[ Hooked On You Bracelet, $28 | Starfish Cuff, $68 | Scallop Belt, $58 ]

How gorgeous are all of these blues? Will you be purchasing anything from the summer line?

pssst! Lilly will be on RueLaLa at 11am EST today. This is the best way to find the brand on sale in my opinion. Need an invite? Click here!

A Ted Baker Summer

May 16, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

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…

[ MEEDA Blazer, $298 // ZOHE Cropped Jacket, $310 // KERISA Jacket, $248 ]

[ ALIMA Pleated Collar Top, $175 // LAVAA Colour Block Midi, $225 ]

[ PERLAA Floral Dress, $298 // CANNA Dress, $198 // ATTAVIA Printed Maxi, $375 ]

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…!

Lobstah Shack

May 14, 2013 by Emily 14 Comments

I’ve been pretty darn into lobsters lately. Maybe it’s my crazy cozy recent purchase of this lobster sweater. Maybe it’s the photo above we found of my grandpa kicking back with a cold one in his lobster tee. Maybe it’s just the thought of summer coming and nights on the Vineyard eating them dipped in melted butter. Whatever it is, I’m into them!

[ Coral-Multi Lobster Printed Cotton Dress, TIBI, $430 ]
[ Lobster Canvas Tote, Milly, $245 ]
[ Allover “T” With Lobster Scarf, Tory Burch, $165 ]
[ Lobster Keyfob, Tory Burch, $55 ]
[ Lobster Pendant Necklace, Coach, $88 ]
[ Lobster Stripe Sweater, ASOS, $51 ]
[ Glitter Lobster Tee, J.Crew, $28 ]
[ Lobster-Print Cotton-Jersey Sweatshirt, TIBI, $145 ]
[ Lobster Charm Bangle, Alex & Ani, $28 ]
[ Rayna Espardrille Flats, Naturalizer, $50 ]
[ Lobster Duffel, Sloane Ranger, $66 ]
[ Enamel Lobster Earrings, Designs by Stephene, $32 ]
[ Lobster Flip Flops, Vineyard Vines, $39.50 ]

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