Paper or Plastic

This post is inspired by a pair of pants I just bought. That's right, sometimes I do buy the stuff I post. Today is one of those days. You are about to see a fantastic pair of pink pants. Not just pink pants. These pants are perfect for work or play because you can add heels or sandals with this paper bag waistline.

Asos, Wide Leg Pants with Paper Bag Waist, $45

I mean hello. Punchy color with a high waist. 

Dynamite, Cindy High Rise Cigarette Linen Pant, $49

Breezy and casual.  A must have in white for summer.

Free People, White Like This Paper Bag Pant, $98

A great straight leg option that comes in three other colors.

Macy's, Rachel Roy Tie Dyed Paper Bag Pants, $89

I love the white and blue pattern because it goes with just about anything.

The paper bag waist line is great for a more casual look. Look for it in skirts, pants, or shorts.

Be fabulous today!

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Lucky to Be in Lavender

Hello and happy Monday. Today's blog is in honor of my apartment guest this weekend. A dear friend who is getting married next month and her new last name will be Lavender. I know, score. She was here all weekend and then her Sunday night flight got cancelled. So today, we honor her and her patience with all things lavender.

Anthropologie, Adaenia Twist Front Top, $38

Who doesn't need a crazy soft top for summer? I love the front seam and twist.

Nordstrom Rack, Free People Allure Pullover, $42

I love a slouchy sweater. And this one has personality. 

Ann Taylor, Knot Front Top, $64

Perhaps the best comfortable work top of all time.

Urban Outfitters, Truly Madly Deeply Annabella Peplum Tank, $34

Let's start and end with a comfy summer tee. Sweet, playful, and comes in a variety of colors.

Let's hope soon to be Mrs. Lavender is in the air shortly and back to South Carolina. In the meantime,  we'll amuse ourselves with these fantastic tops!

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He Was a Punk, She Did Ballet

A fun and flippy skirt is great for spring. I love the skater style because it's cute and with the right texture and print its a lot of fun. While we love to have fun with skirts here, let's remember that the skater style can be a little cheeky and I don't mean in the British sassy way, I mean I can see your cheeks. No one needs to see that. So when trying these on remember to do the fingertip test and do a twirl in the dressing room, are you going to have a unplanned breeze that gives the world a show?

Ok enough warnings, let's have some fun.

Forever 21, Floral Skirt, $17

A punchy floral for spring, as Meryl would say, groundbreaking,  but with these box pleats and flats. You can't go wrong.

Shoptiques, Honeypunch Printed Skater Skirt, $69 $39

I really like this icy blue metallic print for spring. Very Frozen but unexpected.

Charlotte Russe, Pleated Scuba Skater Skirt, $22

A heavier fabric is great for a mini, it hangs with some dignity. 

Asos, Free People So Much Sun Skirt, $134 $68

This skirt is a steal! I love the flap side pockets for extra personality.

Grab a sassy mini for spring and dress it up with cut out booties then dress it down with sneakers. So versatile and so affordable.

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Tassel in the Bag

Happy hump day lovebugs,
Its been a long week, why not reward ourselves with some bag shopping. Specifically, the bucket bag. It comes in so many styles like slouchy, hobo, or sleek. Let's step up the bucket bag though, it's already a very trendy bag. Today we're adding tassels.

Nasty Gal, Lizzie Tassel Bucket Bag, $40

A vegan leather that is ultra soft. This bag will go with everything.

Forever 21, Faux Leather Bucket Bag, $24

Ready for spring? How about this baby blue bag? Sleek and clean lines are very modern in a feminine color.

JCrew Factory, Suede Mini Bucket Bag, $100 $64

A smaller option for a quick weekend outing. It's got a slouchy feel but the suede is so luxe.

Free People, Bleeker Bucket Bag, $68

A pop of color is great for the long last days of winter. This bag also comes with a matching pouch.

Bucket bags and tassels are two huge trends this year, why not combine them for double to impact? A simple bag with a lot of personality.

Be fabulous today!

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That's A Wrap

Happy Tuesday lovebugs!
I hope you had a lovely weekend whether it was long or not so long. We got a couple of inches of snow in DC this weekend, which in my opinion was a reward for putting up with frigid temps all weekend! And its supposed to be 60 this weekend. While the weather may wacky, let's keep it season specific with some wrap sweaters. In the summer, we love wrap dresses, so why not carry the silhouette to winter in the form of a sweater?

Bluefly, Hayden Burgundy Cashmere Knit V Neck Sweater, $95

Supple cashmere in a rich merlot. Talk about a statement yet class neckline.

Lord and Taylor, Ralph Lauren Wrap Cardigan, $27

$50 off right now. This is going to be a go to piece in your closet. A little ballerina-esque.

Modcloth, Work of Smarts Cardigan, $49

And speaking of feminine, this wrap cardi reminds me of something Zooey Deschanel would wear.

Macy's, Free People Karina Pullover Wrap Sweater, $79

Hello cozy comfort. I'm not too sure what's happening underneath but I love this heathered sweater.

So it may be 10 degrees or 50 degrees, either way you can layer up and wrap up in a wrap sweater this winter.

Be fabulous today!

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She's Got Flare

Let's talk denim. You've got your skinny, bf, distressed, jegging, but today we are throwing it back. Flared. Stay with me. You remember your bell bottoms and how long your legs looked. Well it's back and it's grown up. Flared jeans come in any wash and so many styles. Let's take a look.

Shopbop, Free People Jolene Flare Jeans, $78

Clean lines and the wash is "perfect navy" and it is.

Loft, Flare Jeans in Dark Rinse Wash, $69

Hello lovely price! I love a great Loft jean. They last forever.

Asos, Mango Midwash 70s Flare Jean, $47

This high waist jean is lengthening your leg and nipping in at the tiniest part of your waist.

French Connection, Belle Bottom Flared Jeans, $99

Laid back and ready to party. 

Bring back your flares. It's time to dress up your jeans and put on your heels. Your skinny jeans need a break.

Be fabulous today!

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You Can Ring My Bell

It's hump day, you know what else looks like a hump? A bell. Stay with me. It's bell sleeve hump day. See what I did there? No? Ok, great. Bell sleeves for everyone. Let's look.

Nordstrom, Topshop Texture Bell Sleeve Dress, $80

Simple but very Michelle Obama. Perfect for work or dress it up with jewels for a holiday party.

Express, Floral Print Bell Sleeve Blouse, $49

The 70s are back this fall and this blouse is perfectly on trend.

Nordstrom Rack, Free People Marshmallow Surplice Sweater, $59

Amazing texture aside, I love the faux wrap silhouette of this sweater.

Romwe, Bell Sleeve Chevron Pattern Gray Dress, $30

Hello fall sweater dress. Pair with tights, leggings, boots, anything.

A simple bell sleeve really changes the style of an outfit. It's breezy, it's 70s, it's quite gorgeous.

Be fabulous today!

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She's Tied Pretty Tight

Happy Monday lovebugs,
As we inch closer to the end of summer and our mailboxes fill with three pound fall fashion magazines, I can't help but peek into next season's trends. I love a trend that I know will work now and later, one of those is lace up flats. They are walkable, detailed, and perfect for summer or fall.

Asos, Lift Off Pointed Lace Up Flat, $45

So sleek. I love the mix of the espadrille lace up and the pointy toe flat.

Missguided, Point Lace Up Flats Snake, $40

Picture these with jeans and a white tee OR a black pencil skirt. Whoa.

Topshop, Finest Ghillie Lace-Up Flats, $45

If shoes can be girly, these fit the bill. And speaking of the bill- $45 with free shipping!

Free People, Washed Leather Ballet Flat, $88

Simple comfort. These flats have an earthy feel and they're going to work perfectly for fall.

I love a great trend, but I love it more when I can get multiple season wears out of it!

Be fabulous today!

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Ankle Party

Everybody loves a good arm party. We know that. It is a well established fact. But what about your ankles. That's right, that naked part between the calf and foot, let's dress it up. I'm not talking about a friendship anklet, I'm talking about cuff sandals. A special type of sandals that treat your ankles like the hard working parts they are.

Mango, Fringe Leather Sandals, $49

Embrace the ankle, ladies. Look at this playful and casual sandal that works so well with shorts or a maxi.

My Habit, Matisse Women's Jacob Flat Sandal, $45

How about this cuff? It comes in two other neutral colors and they are all 50% off.

Nordstrom, Free People Collins, $88

These remind me of the still unclear Birkenstock revival this summer but they have a bit more personality.

Amazon, Vince Camuto Ryker Sandal, $45

This will be such a staple in your closet this summer and for years to come. Sleek and sharp.

Don't leave that ankle bare! Celebrate it with these ankle cuff sandals that add some personality to your flats!

Be fabulous today!

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Cut the Culotte

Let's push our limits a bit today. Get outside our comfort zone of cropped pants, bf jeans, and skinny ankle pants. Let's see how far we can go for fashion. I'm talking about culottes. Those kind of weird but insanely comfortable knee-length soft pants that work for work or weekend.

Dillard's, Vince Camuto Bow Tie Print Culottes, $53

See? Not so scary. A great pant for summer with a crisp white blouse.

Bloomingdales, Free People Culottes, $66

A bit more casual but still ready for summer in this great coral hue.

Nordstrom, Leith Print Pleated Culottes, $37

Try this trend for under 40 bucks and they're from Nordstrom. Its a win win.

Missguided, High waisted crepe culottes, $50

Feeling confident? I recommend this pastel high waisted option.

Try the culottes trend this summer. You can go print or solid and mix with a lot of tops already in your closet. 

Be fabulous today!

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