Lady On the Run

Lady on the Run by Devon Watkins featuring J Crew

Oversized cotton shirt
$65 - net-a-porter.com
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Women's skirts - mini - Candy-wrap mini - J.Crew
$198 - jcrew.com
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GIVENCHY 505894 BEIGE SUEDE KM08X08
476 GBP - farfetch.com
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Women's Navigation - Women - Brompton hobo - J.Crew
$298 - jcrew.com
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Women's Necklaces - Pearl Necklaces, Chains & Cascade Necklaces -...
$50 - jcrew.com
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A reader recently asked how she could have a work appropriate outfit and still look professional but also meet up with her friends later and not look like Ms. Frump from the office. I know how it is to rush from the office to happy hour and the last thing you want to think about is being frumpy. Here is an outfit that would transition nicely from office to fun. If I wasn't so tall those heels would be mine in a heartbeat!

This Season's Obsessions

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Here are a few things I have been obsessing over lately. A great stripe tee (J.Crew) A layering sweater that can transcend seasons. Wildflowers and wheat for a wedding bouquet and last but not least an amazing french chandelier. This whole picture is my inspiration for our bedroom. I love the softness of the grey wall and the boldness of the black urn topped off with something french!


(shirt & sweater J.Crew, bouquet image from style me pretty and french chandelier image from linen and lavender)

Vacation Mode

Italian Get Away by Devon Watkins featuring Anthropologie

Dresses - Clothes - Anthropologie.com
$98 - anthropologie.com
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Beach Bounty Necklace
$44 - anthropologie.com
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Prescient Pilot Sunglasses
$28 - anthropologie.com
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Versatile Dressing - Shoes & Bags - Anthropologie.com
$78 - anthropologie.com

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This June gloom has me thinking of warmer places I would like to be....like the Italian rivera. I am in love with this brightly embroidered clutch. My philosophy lately has been to simplify my wardrobe. Going back to the basic of solids and dressing up an outfit with a funky clutch or statement necklace. No fuss dressing I like to call it. You look pulled together but somehow it feels effortless. When you are on vacation you don't want have to think about it, you just want to throw it on and go.....where are you vacationing this summer?

Treats Under $100

Lately I have been so discouraged with how expensive clothing is, maybe it's because I don't get the anthro discount any more and I am forced to pay full price for clothing! Well on my hunt for some new spring items I came across Spool 72, a rustic clothing line with cheap prices. Tank $38, earrings $34 and the cute clutch at $68

May Gray

I am not going to lie this May gray has put a damper in my mood and my wardrobe. Fashion tells me its spring but the fog is here to stay for Santa Barbara. My solution... white pants to feel springy and a cute long sleeve blouse paired with some great necklaces. Also a great bag can make any outfit feel pulled together! Don't you love these cozy blankets in a yummy spring color palette. What is your favorite part of Spring?

Wedding Inspiration

It has been awhile since I posted Wedding Wednesday, my life has been nothing less than chaotic!! However we have made great progress in some big decisions for the wedding. Catering is done, as well as dessert and centerpieces have been styled. Now the hunt begins for exotic herbs, old books and silver. I don't want to give it away but my mom and me are busy at work finding treasures and being inspired. I loved the wildness of this bouquet and the creative napkin wrapped in a book page...love!

Sweetness

I love a good spring plaid, and stumbled across this adorable shirtdress from Toast. Trends from every retailer are showcasing the new shirtdress, and Toast got this trend right. I also love the little suede bootie for Spring!!