Growin Up Gingham

So Fourth of July has come and gone, which means we are in the thick of summer. You know what print just slaps you across the face with summer? Gingham. It's eye catching. It makes for a sweet all over dress print or a preppy piece to mix and match.

Lord & Taylor, Isaac Mizrahi Gingham Mock Wrap Dress, $96

A very grown up gingham. Great for a lunch meeting or a dressy brunch with the in laws.

Loft, Gingham Pencil Pant, $54

Simple pedal pushers that are easy to dress up or down.

JCrew Factory, Gingham Skirt, $19

Can't beat the price! Love the elastic waist and wait for it...pockets!

Asos, Daisy Street Gingham Tie Front Blouse, $26

Weekend wear acquired.

Sure I love a good polka dot, and a stripe is always nice, but why not gingham for summer? 

Be fabulous today!

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Needlepoint

Remember when embroidered shorts would bring up a slew of critter cotton shorts from JCrew? Those were the days. I'd like to think we've matured a little bit from those (don't get me wrong though, I still rock mine). But for a casual alfresco dinner, let's try something a little more mature.

Loft, Floral Embroidered Shorts, $24

Can't beat this price. I also like the pin tuck pleats at the waist.

Anthropologie, Pathway Embroidered Shorts, $39

Embroidery from Anthro for under $40. Don't wait on these shorts.

Topshop, Dotty Shorts, $65

Hands down my favorite of this bunch. I love the mix of colors and patterns.

Mango, Embroidered Cotton Shorts, $59

Now these are something special. A lovely landscape of colorful flowers with a matching belt.

Spice up your shorts with something beautiful embroidery. These soft shorts will go great with a simple tee or dress it up with a cutaway back blouse.

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Combo Trends

Today's post idea is a good one. It combines two fantastic summer trends and makes for a ridiculously easy outfit: off the shoulder chambray.

Dillard's, Copper Key Off the Shoulder Ruffle Chambray Romper, $49

There is so much adorableness going on in this look. The detail on the short hem, the ruffle collar. I love it.

Saks Fifth Avenue, Lucca Couture Chambray Off the Shoulder Top, $39

Something a little dressier? Why not when it's under forty bucks!

Nordstrom, JCrew Tie Waist Chambray Off the Shoulder Dress, $98

Need to get out the door in a hurry on a Saturday? I give you this dress.

Loft, Chambray Tie Off the Shoulder Top, $49

So simple and fresh. Also has spaghetti straps you can tie on the shoulder if you're not feeling the cold shoulder.

So there you have it, one of the best combo deals for summer. 

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Jorts Season

I took a big step this year. Well, I took a couple (marriage, you know) but I'm referring to something a bit more daunting, I bought denim shorts. Yes. That's right. I now own jorts. I never felt confident/cool/brave enough to buy them let alone wear them. So, I went to my trustworthy Loft and found a modest pair of jorts. Let me tell you, they have transformed my weekend wardrobe.

H&M, Denim shorts, $29

Not too short, not too tight. And under $30.

Nordstrom, STS Blue Frayed Hem Side Slit Denim Shorts, $39

A lighter wash for a more knock around look.

Loft, Cut Off Denim Shorts, $54

These are the pair I bought. Great fit and getting softer with each wash.

Old Navy, Cuffed Boyfriend Denim Shorts, $24

Not into the frayed edges? Try a cuff!

My point is, you can rock a pair of denim shorts. They go with everything summer and everything weekend. They come in a zillion fits and washes. I prefer something a little more bf cut and a darker wash. 

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Perfect Pants for Perfect Weather

Let's look at a casual and comfortable pant that is great for spring. The green chino. It's effortless and machine washable which for me, is pretty much all you need in life.

Loft, Cropped Skinny Chinos, $59

A great wide waistband that is well structured and yet relaxed.

Gap, Girlfriend Twill Stripe Chino, $54

Loving this outfit. A slight roll and ankle strap heels!

Old Navy, Mid Rise Pixie Chino, $19

A steal of a pant right now. Under $20? Fantastic.

Talbots, The Weekend Chino, $79

A lighter green but not quite pastel. You can match it to anything.

Sure we are itching to wear our dresses, but these chinos are perfect for spring!

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Spring into Action

Happy Monday lovebugs,
I hope you had a great weekend. The weather in DC is really feeling spring-like and I think it might stick. We're talking 70s and sunshine, perfect for skirts and denim jackets. So let's look at some April and May friendly skirts that make it easy to put away your sweaters and embrace the sun!

Loft, Striped Eyelet Skirt, $69

This skirt screams spring. I love it because you can dress it up for work with a blazer or dress it down with a tee.

Joe Fresh, Tulip Hem Skirt, $34

I really love this drawstring waist mixed with a dressier fabric and hem.

Asos, A Line Mini Skirt with Scallop Hem, $31

Lavender with scallops. What else does a girl need? Oh a sale price. Done.

Madewell, Ruffle Wrap Midi Skirt, $98

Floral and feminine. 

Before we get to blistering temps this summer, let's enjoy this beautiful weather and some springy skirts that show off our legs!

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Roughed Up Ruffles

Happy Monday lovebugs!

I hope you had a wonderful weekend. I'm dealing with Monday with ruffles. I love ruffles for spring because you can style it however you'd like. Ruffles don' have to be girly, dress it with moto boots or bf jeans.

Loft, Striped Ruffle Cold Shoulder Top, $44

One of the reasons I don't love the cold shoulder trend is the strapless bra situation it requires. This top? Not so much! It's perfect.

Mango, Ruffle T-shirt, $39

This top is a steal for under 40 bucks. Wear it for work or play.

Anthropologie, Shadowsong Ruffle Tee, $49

A great long sleeve option for this transitional weather period.

Nordstrom, BP Ruffle Front Tee, $29

Simple, easy, playful.

Ruffles no longer fall into the bows and polka dots category. Ruffles can be girly but they can also be gritty.

Be fabulous today!

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The Bell Tolls

Almost there lovebugs, Friday eve. Let's continue our week of details and check out some beautiful bell sleeve blouses.

White House Black Market, Pink Off the Shoulder Bell Sleeve Top, $59

While I'm not crazy over the cold shoulder trend, I LOVE the shape of this top!

Loft, Bouquet Bell Sleeve Softened Shirt, $59

Great print mix, and a simple no collar look.

Macy's, Alfani Bell Sleeve Top, $49

This top is a great base. Pair it with jeans, a pencil skirt, pearls, or tassel earrings.

Nordstrom, Soprano Bell Sleeve Top, $45

Great price for a solid spring top that goes with everything. Also comes in a crisp white.

How do you style a bell sleeve top? Dress it up or down?

Be fabulous today!

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#TheFacebook

Hey there lovebugs,
I have had one hell of a weekend. I got hacked and then in attempts to change all of my passwords, I locked myself out of email. Adulting is really hard, you guys. Really hard. So today's post is dedicated to technology, because I have a very love/hate relationship with it right now. Let's have some fun with cheeky graphic tops that illustrate the world we live in today.

Forever 21, Pizza Wifi Naps, $10

This tee speaks to me. It's got all of the important things.

Nordstrom, Private Party Hashtag Goals, $52

#blessed

Bow and Drape, Uber Sweatshirt, $65

I mean, come on.

Loft, Lou & Grey Love You Filter Tee, $29

I'm partial to a Juno or Lo-fi. You?

There you have it. Hashtags, emojis, texting, passwords, Uber, what else?

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Give Me A Twirl

A great skirt is essential for your Monday through Friday domination. Might I recommend an accordion skirt that has movement and grace. It's a skirt that will work for all seasons and all weather. Pleats and all.

JCPenny, Worthington Solid Woven Pleated Skirt, $17

I dare you to find a better deal. Also comes in merlot or black.

Everlane, The Pleated Skirt, $88

Pick your staple color: navy or black. This is a workhorse skirt.

Loft, Shimmer Pleated Skirt, $12

I kid you not. This price. Also comes in a steel shimmer.

Lord & Taylor, Wild Hearts Pleated Skirt, $99

Ok, is it a splurge? Maybe. But look at the fit and the movement and the tiny black detail hem!

A great pleated skirt is perfect for twirling, I mean the office. It's sophisticated and chic while also being perfectly playful.

Be fabulous today!

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