I’m going to go ahead and claim this as my motto (well, one of them). Because no matter what time of year it is, my eye is almost always drawn to the bright and vibrant. I (really) love all three of these beautiful things here…and you know what, I think I’d wear them ALL together! Yep – color blocking at its best.
dress: asos short sleeve swing dress // shoes: dee keller ss12 samples // bag: dee keller // necklaces: jcrew // sunnies: karen walker super duper // watch: mk lexington
Hi there! I just wanted to pop in and say Happy Friday! (yay!) I took these pictures on our porch before running to work last Friday (I casual fridays!) I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
PS: have you noticed things looking a little different around here? I’ve been redesigning and coding like crazy – I’ve made just about every mistake in the book and it has been a bit of a bumpy road (in a good way!), but I think I’m finally starting to grow into the “look” I’ve been wanting for BTD. What do you think? What do you like? don’t like?
Have you seen: the new about me page, categories page, BTS + BTD page, and the individual category pages? I’m still working on everything, but I’d love to hear what you think so far.
Thoughts:
1. I know the gray color I chose is a little light – is it hard for YOU to see? (it’s a super simple fix – I just wanted a color that was very simple….that lit up when you rolled your moue over it)
2. I’m still working on the mobile theme – I’m working to try and have a fully adaptable site for all devices, but have a few kinks to work out before it’s exactly how I want it. For now, though, it should be easily accessible and (hopefully) easy to read via your mobile phone/ipad!
3. I’m also working on organizing my archives so they will be easily navigable and searchable! Have you seen the individual category pages – with the pinterest-like look and feel? what do you think?
1. Easy Weekender Sweater ($80) – Obviously, I love the color but I also love the box cut fit and the cropped style – so cute with a big statement necklace!
2. Rebecca Minkoff Skylar Mini Crossbody Bag ($225) – have you seen all the new RM bags for this season? I’m loving the new styles and am especially coveting her new adorable camera bags!
3. Gingham Trench ($198) – THIS is what I need on those unexpected rainy days. I’m not sure if it’s actually water proof or not, but I think I can make it work for me. No?
4. Lacquer Square Serving Tray ($78)
5. I.D. Holder in Windowpane leather ($50) – I feel like I NEED this. I have to wear an ID everyday to get in all the (there are like 6, no joke) locked doors and elevators etc. etc. – I should totally sport my “badge”/ID in style….right?
6. Lacquer white trim boxes ($58)
7. Easy On Sandals in Windowpane Leather ($85)
8. J. Brand skinny twill denim ($176) – I already have 4 (maybe more?) pairs of these in other colors, why not add this beautiful one to my collection? If not this color, then I definitely want a soft/pastel color for summer!
Hello there ladies! Last week we wrapped up another amazing giveaway with Lo & Sons (congrats Alex!), and I’m thrilled to announce that today launches another fantastic giveaway opportunity with the one and only, Dee Keller designs. (yahoo!) The winner will get to choose her favorite pair of SS13 shoes (that we have in her size)! This giveaway is a little shorter than usual (note it ends on Friday!), so hurry up and enter below via the easy-as-pie entry form for your chance to win your very own pair of DK shoes.
I will personally contact the winner via email and the winner will be revealed via the rafflecopter widget above as well.
pants: club monaco emily pant in navy // shirt: J. Crew perfect fit shirt // Necklace: J. crew // shoes: dee keller sample ss13 // bag: dee keller beach bag (last seen here and mini version here) // lips: nars heat wave // watch: mk lexington // sunnies: karen walker super duper
Like I’ve said a zillion times before, brights are basically my best friend – I don’t care if one day they become completely uncool and not in style. I guarantee you, I’ll still be sporting them proudly! Remember this beach bag from last season? I can’t tell you how often it comes in handy as the perfect “catch all” for when I’m throwing things together for my day/weekend. And to be honest, I haven’t actually ever used it as a “beach” bag – so don’t be fooled by the name! The beach bags for this season are a different shape and come in different colors, but are just as great – you should check them out if you haven’t already!
shorts: f21 (last seen here and here) // shirt: macy’s // scarf: love quotes // shoes: dee keller sterling wedge in cobalt (lots of fun colors!) // lips: NARS schiap // sunnies: old navy // bracelets: stella+dot J. crew, anthropologie, baublebar // watch: MK lexington
I don’t think I’ll ever tire of wearing my brights – whether it just be via my accessories or my entire outfit; I just love to wear bright and fun colors that pop. My collection of scarves is a little ridiculous, but as I’m sure you’ve noticed, I tend to get good wear out of them! Plus, they’re perfect for work too (since it’s usually freezing!).
If you haven’t already, you should definitely check out the cobalt line by dee keller at neiman marcus last call - it’s awesome. These sterling wedges I have on in this post come in some really fun colors (I love the turquoise and pink!).
On a side note, I’ve noticed that you all haven’t been commenting (sad face)…like, at all. Is it because I made the switch from disqus to wordpress commenting? I thought some of you preferred not to have to “login” each time to comment? Please speak up if you have an opinion – switching back is just a switch of a button! I’d love to hear what you all think!
Candle: BAIES by Diptique // Coasters: Z Gallerie (old) // Turtle Bowl: High Street Market // Urchin: Twos Company (old) // Books: YSL Style, Allegra Hicks, Domino, A Space of my Own
I really wasn’t kidding when I said that I’m constantly rearranging things around our house. For some reason, something about cleaning and rearranging when I’m stressed or overwhelmed tends to make me feel more relaxed and just all around joyful. Maybe it’s just that making things look pretty makes me feel happy – a simple truth with which we can all identify!
So here you have it – my third styling post as part of the “coffee table styling” series documenting my random urges to rearrange and reassemble our little knicks and knacks. This particular “styling” of things is a little more on the girly side, but there are ways to de-feminize this “look” for those of you who are married. Edition No.2 was a little less (relatively speaking, of course!) on the feminine side if you missed that one and want to check it out.
