Guess what? More gray this week! I know, I've been OD'ing on gray lately, it is so obviously trending this season and I can't stop letting it drape itself on my body each day. … [Read more...]
Charcoal Boucle
It was totally gray and drizzling day when I woke up yesterday morning. With thoughts of the new style grunge playing out before my eyes on the pages of fashion magazines and blogs I decided to put this look together. Wet grass? My moto boots can handle them! Bit of a chill and touch of wind? My plush pullover seals in the warmth! This sweater made of boucle´from Pure Jill that I picked up just the other day is going to be on my hit list this upcoming fall and winter. It's lightweight but provides a whole lot of warmth with a super soft feel. It's relaxed and can be dressed up or down, which is perfect for my life right now. It's a touch of the gray-scale but I think that's just fine. I can style it up with skinny jeans or leggings or add a full midi skirt and belt … [Read more...]
Style Inspiration: Victoria Beckham
It's clear that I'm a minimalist. I am currently obsessed with Forever 21 and their minimalist collection and find myself drawn to Victoria Beckham's pre-fall denim collection (already on sale!) with its structured tops, menswear-inspired shoes paired with various denim pants. Take the Japan top from her line. … [Read more...]
mini Boden Goes Back to School
Only 6 more days left of summer vacation and we have been packing in the fun. We took a little break though to bring you this super cute back to school set from mini Boden. Can we stop for a minute and have a chat? I'm so in love with Boden. And mini Boden? Well, that is just an extension that has made me glad I have three kids to dress up in the really simple but stylish and well-made clothes. The fabrics are soft, wear well and the kids love the comfy feeling of the denim leggings like no other. I like that each piece can be mixed and matched up with another tunic, dress or pair of pants in no time and can get passed on down the kiddie line and not look worn to death. Indulge me as I post our favorite looks. The wise owl knows good style for the preschool set. The purple denim leggings … [Read more...]
Style Inspiration: Michelle Williams & Louis Vuitton
The minute I saw this ad with Michelle Williams for Louis Vuitton I knew that I had to create something similar to it. Didn't I just buy a new white crew neck sweater, after all? My hair is short and blonde. I have brown eyes and I'm always down for a swipe of bright red lipstick. This look? It's my fall. It's neutral, timeless and takes me through my days. My favorite pair of distressed jeans are calling my name. I think some cute booties or heels would work too. The bag is a whole other story. I love it but I can't afford it. My money is going to things like actually seeing Michelle Williams with Alan Cummings in Cabaret next month in NYC! Pre-Fall Neutrals by victoriamason featuring blue jeans Mango blue jeans / Topshop high heel pumps, $98 / Armani Jeans brown … [Read more...]
Maximized
The Maxi dress is out now, right? Because I finally wore one. For the longest time I refused. Even when so many of my friends needled me about the benefits of the Maxi's charm, comfort and ease. I just couldn't bring myself to do it. I'm not tall enough and I have curves, I told myself. I finally picked one out. The nice people over at East & Lo asked me if I wanted to check out their styles. I chose the Striped Maxi Dress in White & Black. I was really excited to wear it and dress up a bit after a weekend of being covered in paint and DIY debris. Folks, the red walls in my living room and dining room are no more! TD's room has been reborn with a white and aqua painted loft bed, which may include a mattress from that serta vs.sealy blog, where the closet was turned … [Read more...]
Style Inspiration: Angelina Jolie
Growing up in New England I was pretty traditional in my color choices. Lots of navy, red, white, khaki and a whole lot of black. Black was my color pick of every occasion, it is classic and never goes out of style. It worked with my personality and always made me feel comfortable. It wasn't exciting but it worked. As I edged out of my twenties and into my thirties I found a friend was pushed my no color boundaries and suddenly I found myself grabbing yellows, greens and aqua, even light pink to wear on a daily basis. Honestly, it was scary but also a tiny bit freeing. As the years past my wardrobe glowed with color. I reveled in it. … [Read more...]
Vacation & Madras Plaid
What a week! Just back from our week-long Fourth of July beach vacation I am still trying to get back out of vacation mode. I don't really want to try that hard. I decided I wasn't ready to give up summer style. More than seven days in a bathing suit, cover-up and casual shorts and tees was refreshing. I loved not wearing accessories of any sort and just throwing on a pair of white canvas kicks and keeping my hair straightener and products tucked away for a week. … [Read more...]
Pure Jill Long Horn Necklace Styled
Summer is a great time to break out of your style uniform and find a more relaxed or new way to wear what you already own or add something unexpected. For me, this Pure Jill Long Horn necklace is just the thing. … [Read more...]
White on White
We are in the final countdown with school. Two kids are out and one to go! I'm excited to start the summer and have a more relaxed schedule. Yesterday, was the first day I didn't have to do three different drop-offs and pick-ups. The day felt longer, quieter and less rigid. We had space to expand our ideas, learn new things and even eat all together versus in a race to the next destination. Can the rest of summer be like that, please? All that probably means I won't be partaking in the white on white look as much as I would like this summer. I love it. It just says summer to me. Carefree days, cool looks and a real relaxed way no matter what you are wearing. … [Read more...]