bring in the burgundy...

Fall gives new life to styles and colors that have been dormant in my closet over the summer.  Burgundy is a fall color that I love and each fall it seems new and fresh to me.  Jewel tones like burgundy are a great way to bring your wardrobe into fall… you can pair them with the shorts, dresses and even white jeans that you have been sporting all summer for a great summer-into-fall look.  Then once the weather cools burgundy pairs well with jeans, greys, blacks and plaids.

These are a few of my top burgundy picks for fall… I especially love this purse, hat (and I'm not even a hat person!) and these gorgeous boots.  What burgundy pieces do you have your eye on this season?

shop the pieces: hat, scoop neck dress, d'Orsay flats, mini tote, nail polish, leather moto jacket, striped sweatshirt, infinity scarf, cardigan, pull on drapey pant, hunter boots, cross body bag, earrings

Or shop the pieces (and some extras!!!) here: 

in (with) the army (green) now...

Army green is a classic fall color… so it's no surprise to see it popping up in retailers left and right as fall approaches.  I personally love army green because it can be a great neutral in your wardrobe.  It pairs well with denim, black, white, leopard and even pattern and bright and bold colors… you can't go wrong with adding a little of this hue to your closet this fall!

I just snagged some army green pants (check out this video to see them!) and I am, as always, I am in love with this coat. I wear it year-round.

Here are some fun army green picks for fall… I would gladly have any of these pretties join my closet for the season.  What about you? Are you loving this color for fall? Have some already? Can't wait to add more?

jumpsuit, or less expensive option!

cross-body bag, or less expensive option!

sleeveless top, or less expensive option!

watch, or less expensive option!

trench coat, or less expensive option!

pumps, or less expensive option!

scarf, or less expensive option!

camo sweatshirt, or less expensive option!

vest, or less expensive option!

heart clutch, or less expensive option!

pants, or less expensive option!

sweater, or cable knit option!

boots, or less expensive option!

it's stripe season...

Let's be honest, I wear stripes year round… so to say that there is a "stripe season" is a little silly. But during the summer I can hardly go a day or two without sporting stripes.  Summer time is a stripe state of mind.

And with the Fourth of July celebration coming up this weekend, what is more patriotic that sporting some stripes?!?!  This week will have a decidedly patriotic theme here on the blog (and over on Instagram too… check me out for in the flesh patriotic inspiration all week as well!).  Today I have stripes, stripes and more stripes and check back for tons of inspiration for the Fourth all week!

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12 spring bags to love!

In fresh and fun silhouettes and candy colored hues… a new spring handbag is the ultimate indulgence!

top row, from left: graphic blue tote, camel saddle bag, striped tote, camel bucket bag

middle row, from left: citron tote, white bucket bag, mint tote, 'oh la la' pouch

bottom row, from left: pink tassel tote, pink/chili color blocked satchel, pale pink zipper top satchel, cream tote

12 spring sandals to love!

Sandals have to be one of my favorite wardrobe pieces to buy each spring.  It's so liberating when spring arrives to pack away the heavy shoes and boots and break out a few fun pairs of sandals to wear.    I always love to find that one pair that makes my heart go pitter-patter… or the one pair that is such an absolute steal you feel like you found the bargain of the century!  Either way the thrill and the rush of finding cute sandals for spring is real.

While sandals are definitely a summer staple, I love to mix them into spring outfits weather dependent.  Maybe a little sweater and jeans and a pair of sandals, I especially love them with boyfriend jeans this time of year or I definitely want to have a new pair or two on hand for spring break. Today I've got a slew of new spring sandals for you at all price points. I think you are really going to love these picks this season!

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top row, from left: blue flip flops, black double strap, jeweled ankle strap, cross strap

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middle row, from left: cream multi-strap, leopard cross strap, silver cross strap, black single strap

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bottom row, from left: black and gold toe strap, jeweled/buckle strap, black and white toe strap, silver double strap

spring obsessions...

Spring is fair game when that calendar flips over to March (can I get a praise the Lord that it's March!?!?)… Winter is over in my opinion.  Sure the temps aren't exactly cooperating (but it has been a touch warmer here!) - but I don't care, I've got my mind solely on spring and that puts me in one heck of a good mood!

This spring I'm crushing on pale pink, florals, neutral bags (always!), lacy accents, stripes, delicate details, frilly finishes, and the simple standbys like chambray and stripes.

get the pieces: floral dress, nude leather tote, pointed toe mules, tortoise iPhone case, beaded sweater, tassel earrings, pale pink jeans, chambray blazer, frilly slip-on flats, lace tank, striped shorts, turkish towels (totally obsessed with these!!!), new charms by Kendra Scott (so cute!), pale pink ray ban sunglasses

bejeweled!

I have a serious obsession with anything bejeweled lately. See exhibit A and exhibit B.  Could it be the holidays? Or the grey winter days?  It must be.  Either way, I've been drawn to any sparkle I find these days.

Here are a few of my favorites these days…

(click the photo to shop!)

1. jeweled sweatshirt 2. jeweled dolman top - on sale! 3. jeweled raglan - on sale!

4. grey jeweled hat 5. jeweled fingerless gloves - on sale! 6. white jeweled hat - on sale!

7. tweed jeweled flats 8. jeweled d'orsay flats - on sale! 9. gold jeweled flats

10. ice crystal drop earrings 11. climbing earrings 12. noir statement earrings

Or shop the pieces below!

currently obsessed: burgundy!

I'm obsessed with burgundy these days… I've purchased a few new burgundy pieces for myself, which you will see later this month (stay tuned!).  In the meantime, here are a few other pieces that have been catching my eye.

(sweater, scarf, vest, plaid jacket - less than $50!, boots, bag, vans sneakers)

Are you loving this color lately too?

how do you feel about the "athleisure" trend?

The athleisure trend is one that has been on the brink of emerging for years now… think the Juicy Couture sweatsuits that Oprah raved about, or the hundred dollar yoga pants that women swore they could wear to the office because they fit so well when Lululemon first launched.  I've never seemed to really subscribe to those notions.  Work out apparel is for the gym, not for days when I don't feel like getting dressed.

But lately the athleisure trend has really morphed into something different.  Leggings with cozy sweaters is kind of my jam… but tanks and compression pants for everyday wear isn't.  But now the line between those two ends of the spectrum has really blurred.  Absolutely stunning pieces is are now being introduced into the market as "athletic wear" so it's no surprise ladies are saying that they don't just want to wear those pieces for working out.  What do you think of this trend? Do you subscribe to the athleisure trend? Do you still think work out clothes are for the gym or can you see wearing them everyday too?

My opinion is that if you take the athleisure trend seriously and dress that way for day time that is fine… but leave the sweaty yoga pants at home after gym class. (although I do admit the other day I ran errands in my gym clothes because I had such a busy day).  Hey, rules are meant to be broken, right!?!

orange drapey top, stirrup black leggings, grey cashmere sweater, grey tee, floral pop print pants, shiny crackle print black leggings, nike sneakers, pirouette tie back top

So I would love to hear your thoughts on this trend!  

fall must haves 2014: the hottest handbags!

There is nothing like the thrill of a new handbag in the fall!  When it comes to handbags I really like to go for quality over quantity and invest in a new handbag a couple times a year.  Fall is a great time to switch up your handbag and invest in a new one.  This season beautiful neutrals are where it's at for handbags which makes investing in one so easy because these beauties won't be going out of style any time soon.

Here I chose a few of my favorites and then styled them up for you for inspiration… just add crunchy leaves and a pumpkin spice latte and you are set for fall!

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above: jeans, sweatshirt, jacket, rings, shoes, bag

above: jeans, sweater (or less expensive option), boots, headphones/earrings, bag