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Boutikey or Bust

September 30, 2014 by Emily 6 Comments

Big, big news, and not just for my Boston gals today! You all remember Boutikey— the app that connects users to local boutiques, allows them to earn rewards and keep up with new arrivals and sales? [you can read my whole spiel here if not!] Well they are back bigger than ever this fall with their new e-commerce site, ShopBoutikey.com. Now, no matter what city you’re in, you can shop favorites from local Boston boutiques.

To celebrate the launch, Boutikey invited a few bloggers over to play dress up and check out some of their newpieces for fall that you can currently purchase through the site…!

Gotta Have It Knit Sweater, Heart & Sole | Hang Tight Faux Leather Leggings, Pretty Reckless | Tear Drop Semi Precious Gold Necklace, Haven | Bijoux Gold Hoop and Turquoise Earrings, Haven | Tortoise Sunglasses c/o Warby Parker (my own) | Vegan Bag, Haven [similar] | Black Strappy Heels, LC Lauren Conrad (my own)

These faux leather leggings are not something I would ever have the courage to pick up on my own, but I’m so glad the girls pushed me into them! So, so comfortable, and if you’re of the less-edgy sort [yours truly], pair them with a cozy oversized sweater to tone down the vampiness.

Next on my list:: this Winter White Pleated Skirt and the perfect transition jacket. But just WAIT till you see the dress I have my eyes on for the holiday season…

Want 15% off your order? Use code SHELLCHICD15 at checkout! Be sure to let me know what you pick up xx

Photos by Alexis Martinetti

Love You a Yacht

July 30, 2014 by Emily 13 Comments

I’m so excited to finally be able to share some photos from our Yacht City photoshoot with Boutikey!

For those of you who don’t know [ahem, missed my review], Boutikey is a fun new app that connects shoppers to local boutiques. How do you normally hear when your favorite independent stores are having sales or promotions? Maybe some have an email list… maybe some are active on social media… but 9 times out of 10 I know I won’t hear about that sale unless I walk in the doors. Until Boutikey came around, that is. Now I can follow all of my favorite boutiques on one social app– to hear when they’re having big sales, when they get new shipments in [+ what!], when they’re having special events, and more.

And if you don’t trust Boutikey to introduce you to some hidden Boston shopping gems, maybe you’ll trust some Boston fashion bloggers? A handful of us were paired up with local shops to highlight some of their best summer looks– mine comes from Mint Julep [already a favorite– lucky me!]. They have locations in Coolidge Corner + Harvard Square in Beantown, plus the Lower East Side and West Village if I’ve got an NYC readers here! Such pretty clothes–dresses especially–at a wide variety of price points, and accessories to BOOT.

[ With the darling Kelsey of Tickle Me Pink ]

[ And with the fab ~~Katherine~~ K-Tab of Style-Tab ]

If you’re in Boston, be sure to download Boutikey on your smartphone [it’s free!], and if not, follow them on Twitter— they’re expanding to new cities very soon!

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post script. Last week to vote for shell chic’d in The Boston A-List awards!

post post script. We took Ubers all day during this photoshoot– to + from locations, hair + makeup, etc–talk about a godsend! Remember that today is the last day to enter the ideeli x Uber ultimate summer night out giveaway + snag $30 in Uber credits for ALL new users with code ShellChicd! Details here.

The Boston Harbor

May 27, 2014 by Emily 6 Comments

You’ve probably heard of a little thing known as the Boston Harbor. The Boston Tea Party? The Boston Massacre? Yeah they all happened right about here. It’s an area rich with history, but it’s also my absolute favorite part of the city. I love grabbing a coffee + breakfast, doing the HarborWalk, and parking on one of the hundred benches to eat with a view of the boats coming in and out.

[ outfit details ]
Sailboat Skirt, LC Lauren Conrad c/o Kohl’s | Tee, Old Navy | Straw Tote Bag, Old Navy [similar] | Boat Shoes, Sperry Top-Sider

This entrance to the harbor’s marina is too fun with all of the buoys! Perfect place to sport this nautical LC Lauren Conrad skirt.

Some may not agree that the Waterfront area deserves to be called its own neighborhood, but it has a ton going for it! Folks will argue about the barriers as well, but I think of the Waterfront as anything along the North End side of the HarborWalk, until Fort Point and the beginning of Seaport.

[ neighborhood summary ]
who:: Anyone from you, yourself, + I, to a romantic walk along the water with a sig-other, to a big group of friends.
what:: Tons of tourist attractions [Boston Aquarium | Tea Party Museum | Whale Watches ], or just walk + enjoy the views without a plan.
when:: It is ch-ch-ch-CHILLY along the water when the weather ain’t so hot, so I tend to wait until spring + summer to embrace it.
where:: Brunch at Joe’s American | Lunch at The Barking Crab | Fancier dinner at Rowes Wharf Sea Grille. In the summertime, the Boston Harbor Hotel’s live music and outdoor movies projected on the big screen right over the harbor are not to be missed!
wear:: If you’re strolling the waterway at night, bundle up! That sea breeze is no joke.

This post is sponsored by Kohl’s as a part of their #DestinationSummer campaign. Thank you for supporting the brands that support shell chic’d!

Harbor Happy

March 7, 2014 by Emily 18 Comments

I’m the most excited to share these photos with you all today! Last weekend I met up with my friend Hope Kauffman, photographer extraordinaire, for a fun shoot around the Boston Harbor. This girl is going places…. like, literally. Boston was just a quick stop on her way to South Africa to shoot with Russell James... as in, Victoria’s Secret photographer Russell James. She made time for little me and I could not have had a more fun time shooting + playing around the Waterfront with her!

Anchor Blazer, The Limited [similar] | Navy Striped Top, Tommy Hilfiger [similar 1; 2] | Coral Skinny Jeans c/o Articles of Society [similar colors 1; 2] | Bangle, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] | Heels, Christian Siriano x Payless [#noshame] [similar 1; 2; 3]

As if I didn’t just bombard you, check out Hope’s blog for more of the photos. And no matter where you’re located, if you’re looking for a fashion//wedding//headshot photographer, give this girl a call. She’ll fly to you!

Friends + Fun at Pasta Beach

December 12, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Right before Thanksgiving, I had ~~such a fun~~ the best night out with some Boston Blogger gals, wining and dining at Boston’s Pasta Beach on the waterfront. The story behind this dee-lish restaurant is enough to make your heart flutter. American girl moves to Italy. Girl meets boy. [Italian Boy]. Girl + boy marry. Girl + boy raise children in Italy but spend summers in America. Girl + boy + children cannot live without the taste of Italy here. Alas, Pasta Beach was born.

Tagliatelle agli Asparagi e Prosciutto

I’ve been incredibly lucky in that I’ve visited Italy myself twice, and while I love a good North End dinner over here, my meal at Pasta Beach was the first in years that really reminded me of the authentic Italian I tasted in Rome, Florence, and Tuscany. So fresh, and while understandably filling, not too heavy by any means. You can just taste the quality in the meals here.

I usually never opt for Margherita pizza and prefer more toppings [go big or go home right?], but this one had so.much.flavor. on its own that no additional toppings were necessary!

Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse // Creme Brulee

Bloggers will be bloggers! Lovely Smita + Rachel

It was one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time, and instantly took me back to my studies in Italy. Many thanks to Susie, Gianni, and Tyler for hosting us, and Elizabeth for setting this up!

[ Pasta Beach ]
[ 30 Rowes Wharf ]
[ Boston, MA 02110 ]
[ 617-439-6900 ]

Pssst! Any Rhode Island folks here? You must also visit their location in Newport!

Read the rest of our group’s reviews here::
Alex, Literally, Everything
Ana, Scavengenius
Elizabeth, Little Moments of Happiness
Janee, Yellow Bird Yellow Beard
Rachel, Postcards from Rachel
Smita, Hogger & Co.

Harbor Walk

June 3, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

In the summers when I was young, we would take the ferry from the South Shore to Boston, for a day in the city. Maybe because these were my first views of The Bean, the harbor/waterfront area will always be what I most associate with Boston, and will always be my favorite place in this town of ours. These are some snapshots from a quiet morning walk a few weeks ago, before the summer tourists began pouring in…

Windswept Waterfront

January 23, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Toggle coat, American Eagle [similar 1; 2] // Plaid skirt, American Apparel // Sweater, American Eagle // Rope bracelet, Kiel James Patrick // Around the World Watch, Urban Outfitters // Purse, Jesslyn Blake [similar] // Desert boots, Wild Diva [similar 1; 2]

Despite some breezy winds, it was unseasonably warm last weekend in New England, and that called for a walk around Boston’s waterfront area. As much of a tease as it was, it was definitely a welcome break from the blistery teen temperatures, and certainly put me in the spring mindset!

Hunting Season

October 3, 2012 by Emily Leave a Comment

Bow skirt, Urban Outfitters [similar] // Cardigan, H&M [similar] // Tank, Anthropologie // Necklace, J.Crew // Around the World Watch, Urban Outfitters // Bow clip, American Apparel // Tote, Jack Wills [similar 1; 2] // Wellies, Hunter

Not that the rain ever really stopped here, but I do like waiting for fall to break out my pillar box red Hunter Wellies. Funny how you can get so sick of something in your closet, like riding boots… a camel coat… mittens, and then find a renewed love for them after a few months off!

Boston Lately

September 17, 2012 by Emily Leave a Comment

Nancy’s Gone Green

August 14, 2012 by Emily Leave a Comment

As long as I’ve been in Boston, I’ve loved spending Sundays at the SoWa Open Market in the South End, and I’m so excited that an expansion of it, Greenway Open Market, is now open on Saturdays along the Rose Kennedy Greenway. At both of these outdoor set-ups, you can find the most adorable little eco-boutique, Nancy’s Gone Green.

Nancy and Mary, a mother-daughter team, opened Nancy’s Gone Green in 2008 with the hope to make our world a little bit more beautiful, every day. And beautiful, they make it. I would buy their entire stock of inventory if I could, from the eco-chic dressesskirtsshirts and more, to the fair trade and recycled jewelry and accessories. The best part is how affordable the products are– half under $50… how often do you see that in small boutiques??

Green and fair

Jenny Krauss belts– each is one of a kind

Casual, cocktail, and career dresses

Possibly the softest fabric you will ever feel

A skirt from Re:awakened, Nancy’s own vintage line

Sweet vintage trims

Bracelets made from recycled driftwood

Hannah Naomi rings

Andean Collection

Pambil bracelets to mix and match

A Silly Yeti dress– more on that tomorrow!

Made from recycled saris

Greenway Open Market is open every Saturday June through October, and SoWa is open every Sunday May through October. Though if you’re not in Boston, you can order everything found at their shop online here!

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