Graduation Gifts

I know you know someone, love someone or are thinking about someone who is graduating soon.  For me it's my fabulous sister, Sara, who is graduating from University of Pennsylvania this weekend.  Now I'm not going to tell you what I got her- because, she's a good sister, and she reads the blog!  (Thanks sis) Instead I wanted to feature some great ideas for your graduating friend/sister/neighbor/etc.

Fred Flare, forget me knot ring, $58

I love this ring.  It also comes in silver.  It's so simple and elegant; pair this with a nice card stating what you don't want her to forget.  For my sister it would be her unique sense of caring for everyone around her.

Nordstrom, Nine West Rocha, $79

What about buying her her very first career pumps?  Traditional and classic.  She'll always think of you when she puts them on before her 9-5.

Dogeared, Go! Make a wish, $26

This is a great option for maybe your roommate or neighbor. It has a great note on it and it's really simple and inspirational.

Etsy (Poppy Papers), Pink peony personalized flat note, $16.50

For the girl who still believes in the power of the handwritten note, personalized stationary is a fantastic gift that she would use for years to come.

What other ideas do you have? Jewelry is always a great option, but there are so many choices! When picking a gift, really think about the wonderful parts of the graduate: her drive, her confidence, her honesty, make sure those aspects come out in the gift.

Congrats grads!

Be fabulous today!

Making a Statement

Happy hump day kids.  Thank goodness right? And in celebration I want to look at some necklaces with some punch.  Give a little oomph to this Wednesday.

Statement necklaces come in all styles: bib, rocker, bohemian. Let's see what we can find.

Amrita Singh, Quetza necklace, $50

Talk about a statement.  How gorgeous is this piece? I'm thinking a deep scoop neck tee shirt or a boatneck LBD!

Nordstrom, Leslie Danzis miced media torsade necklace, $88

Oh my word this is a work of art.  There are no words.

J Crew Factory, ombre pearl necklace, $39

I really like the take on this bauble necklace.  It's a little rocker with the chain, a little classy with the pearls.

Max and Chloe, blu bijoux quadruple drop necklace, $45

Can we just picture this with an awesome tan? Ooo la la!

I hope this helped perk up your Wednesday.  Necklaces, especially fashion jewelry are such a fun way to mix up an outfit.

Be fabulous today!

Ribbon Belts

They're making a come back.  I know, I know, they can seem a little juvenile but trust me, they're SO versatile!  And when the Wall Street Journal talks about fashion, we should listen.

As the uber-preppy J McLaughlin says:  "It's for the fashion-secure person with a sense of humor."

Vineyard Vines, Palm beach plaid d-ring belt, $29

Ah, vineyard vines, the prepsters heaven.  If you want to rock this look- best to go to the pros.  

Etsy (Tracey Belt), reversible vintage belt, $16

I'm loving the new take on what's usually a classic d-ring style.  And reversible is always a win.

Etsy (Khaliz), blue pink and white scroll jacquard ribbon belt, $16

I love this pattern! So elegant, and it the color combination is cheerful.

Lilly Pulitzer, Callie Belt, $48

I really like the beachy feel of this belt.  Would be a great addition to a cotton slub dress.

So what do you think?  It is definitely a preppy type of style but I think it can be styled in many different ways.  It's a nice substitute to the plain leather belt for the summer.

Be fabulous today!

Pink & Orange

Happy Monday lovebugs!

How was your weekend?  The bf left for a trial for a couple of weeks so I had a full weekend of Sex and the City, H&M, and bubble baths.  Tough life right?

Today I wanted to start with a little burst of bright.  Colors that is.  How about some pink and orange to start this Monday morning?  This is such a fun combination because it's cheery, distracting and completely wearable for any shape or size.

H and M, dress, $35

I bought this dress yesterday. It's beyond gorgeous.  Look at the details: cap sleeve, deep v in a faux wrap, diagonal pockets, ah! It's so wonderful.

Modcloth, surf competition skirt, $34

The pleating here is impeccable because its so far out to the sides that it does not give the illusion of extra weight.  I"m also a sucker for a bow.

Old Navy, Ethnic cocktail ring, $9.50

I'm loving this with a flowy maxi dress or white eyelet shorts.

Kate Spade, Flutter Floral Scarf, $95
OK, maybe a little out of my budget, but this would make a great spring/summer addition to any outfit- jean jacket, LBD, and those tassels are gorgeous.

I'm loving this color combination right now because its so untraditional and it reminds me of the colorblocking trend.  Try it out!

Be fabulous today!