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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Cut Me A Piece

How about this Monday? Last week of June already! I have not been wearing my summer sundresses and rompers as much as I want to, and it is prime time for them. A combo trend that I'm loving right now is the cutout jumpsuit. It's perfect for those hot and humid Saturdays and you can dress thump or down.

South Moon Under, Moon & Sky Cutout Jumpsuit, $98

Talk about easy breezy. I love the v-neck with the diagonal steps.

Asos, Oh My Love High Neck Wrap Cut Out Romper, $38

Dress this up with some killer sandals for date night. Comfort and style.

Mango, Cut Out Detail Jumpsuit, $29

Summery and sweet yellow in an effortless one piece. Pair this with espadrilles for a girly brunch.

Modcloth, Cafe Character Jumpsuit, $54

How fun is this jumpsuit? Denim without looking western.

Who needs to build a whole outfit on the weekend when you can pull on a one piece and go!

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Laid Back in Linen

One of my favorite fabrics for summer is linen. It is breathable and light - so easy for some of the hottest days of the year. Here are some fantastic shirt options that are casual and cool.

Lucky Brand, Stripe Split Back Shirt, $79

How about this beauty? Check out the back!!

Nordstrom, JCrew Metallic Linen Tee, $49

A great upgrade for a tee.

Ann Taylor, Puff-Sleeve Linen Sunday Tee, $39

Dress this up or down with the right accessories.

Mango, Frayed Linen Shirt, $59

A relaxed button down in a blush hue.

Relaxed and laid back for summer. Linen all day!

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Soft Serve

Let's talk comfort and style. Soft pants. Love em? Hate em? I'm getting on board. Last year I was still on the 'these could be pjs, you guys' but now I'm all in. Styled with a crisp tee and dressed up with some fun jewelry, you've got a great look!

Macy's, Vince Camuto Pull On Pants, $80

A great windowpane print that you can style for work with a great pair of block heel sandals.

Asos, Soft Luxe Pant with Tie Belt, $42

What a stunning jewel toned pant. Add your own skinny metallic belt to dress it up.

Old Navy, Mid Rise Soft Tapered Crops, $32

Yeah, Old Navy. A great leg line that you can dress up or down with the right shoes.

Mango, Soft Fabric Cord Trousers, $69

A little paper bag waistline makes these pants fashion forward. Effortless.

A great soft pant is going to work for you now through the end of summer. Print or solid, these pants can be styled just for you.

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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.

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Be Sashy

OK today might be one of my favorite styles for the year. The soft pant with a sash. It's easy to dress up or down and it's comfortable yet stylish.

Express, Mid Rise Jersey Sash Pant, $35

Work or play, these pants do it all. Also comes in navy, black, or a muted pink!

Mango, Satin Sash Trousers, $13

Not many sizes left in these beauties, but not surprising because look at this price!

Kohl's, Studio 253 Crepe Palazzo Pant, $44

Beautiful. Just beautiful. I love this with a crisp button down shirt.

Nordstrom, Topshop Belted Wide Leg Trousers, $85

How about a beautiful gray wide leg pant that will look amazing with a heeled mule.

I love this trend because you can dress it down with slip on sneakers or dress it up with pointy toe flats.

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Wrap and Roll

When you're looking for a top that isn't a button down for work, where do you usually turn? Sure, you can go for a bow tie blouse but that usually requires ironing. I love the wrap top because it is is easy and usually machine washable, which let's be honest, is all I really look for in a work blouse.

Lord & Taylor, Plaid Wrap Blouse, $37

I love this top for work or play. Dress it up with a pencil skirt and dress it down with ripped jeans and boots.

Anthropologie, Marceau Wrap Top, $54

A beautiful mossy green that is quiet and comfortable.

Topshop, Flower Wrap Blouse, $65

A cheery and floral print that I love to wear with a pair of pencil pants or under a suit jacket.

Mango, Wrap Blouse, $59

This top is divine. The waist has elastic in it so it fits perfectly to your torso.

Playing with silhouettes using a wrap blouse is great for work or play. Stock up on solids and I promise you will wear them (and wash them) to get your moneys worth.

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Sumptuous Suede

I absolutely love the suede skirt trend this year. It is so luxurious and touchable and lovely. A suede skirt is sleek and chic and most importantly, versatile.

Loft, Zip Faux Suede Skirt, $69

Such a modern fit. I love the front pockets and front pleat. And what did I tell you? Versatile.

Mango, Midi Suede Skirt, $99

Those buttons. Come on. Pair it with a crisp white or even a mustard silky blouse.

Bloomingdale's, AQUA Faux Suede Mini Skirt, $68

Scalloped suede? What more can a girl ask for?

Dillard's, 1. State Button A Line Faux Suede Skirt, $59

This skirt has some retro notes that have me head over heels.

Touchable suede is professional, sexy, and versatile. You can dress it up or down for night or day. Just have fun with it. Play with tights, booties, heels, or flats, anything will look great with this piece.

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Double Trouble

This fall, I'm feeling blazers. Not necessarily the prep school blazer look but maybe more vintage and masculine. The double breasted blazer is chic and distinctive in the very best ways. No shoulder pads required.

Nordstrom, Topshop Gold Button Double Breasted Blazer, $95

So cool. Like so, so cool. You can totally pull this off.

Mango Outlet, Double Breasted Cotton Blazer, $83

I really like this speckle print. Not sure what the model is so upset about though.

Macy's, Alfani Double Breasted Blazer, $74

Sleek and sophisticated. I love this blazer with a pencil skirt, jeans, or ankle pants.

Kohl's, LC Lauren Conrad Double Breasted Blazer, $42

A longer silhouette for a runway look.

Try something a little old school and make it our own this fall. These double breasted blazers are a great excuse to mix it up!

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I Got You Flowers

Happy Monday lovebugs,
I hope you had a great weekend. The weather in DC was perfection and I for one am looking forward to fall. But, just because fall is here doesn't mean we need to put away certain things. Sure, you can stash the seersucker, but florals? Hang onto those. A few weeks ago we looked at some great floral blazers, today let's look at floral pants.

Loft, Valley Floral Trousers, $69

Two words for these pants: heck yes. Structured with pockets and a solid waistband and the colors, oh the colors.

Intermix, Charlotte Floral Print Pant, $79

Originally $300. You've gotta get these beautiful pants. Dress them up with a crisp button down and a belt or dress them down with a denim jacket.

Kohl's, LC Lauren Conrad Floral Crop Wide Leg Pant, $39

Simple, effortless, but such an impact.

Mango, Floral Palazzo Trousers, $37

A lovely blend of fall colors. I also like the high waisted silhouette.

So what it's fall, there's no need to put your florals away. In fact, I dare you pair them with stripes and have some fun with it.

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Knot for Nothing

I often talk about details. Polka dots, hemlines, exposed zippers. Such small attention to detail points that can change the look of a piece. Today let's talk about knots.

Nordstrom, Halogen Knot Front Tee, $23

I love this tee. It's so cute and casual. It also comes in five other colors!

Mango, Knot Modal T Shirt, $14

Simple but better than your average tee!

Asos, Sweat with Knot Detail, $41

I'm scooping this up for fall asap. Sweatshirts are coming back and this one is amazing.

Joe Fresh, Knot Tee in Light Blush, $19

Great fit on this tee. It hugs but you can still enjoy Taco Tuesday.

Spicing up your tee is easy with accessories, but I like the idea of a tee that does the work for you! Try a knot for some simple spunk in your casual wear.

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