Beach Walk

minot beach winter

Cable Knit Jumper, Ralph Lauren [similar] // Oxford, Ralph Lauren // Jeans, American Eagle // Pearls, Lauren Ralph Lauren //  Stag Crossbody, Monsoon/Accessorize [similar] // Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren [similar]

Growing up, I spent every August in a New England beach town. I remember the first year I visited in the fall, when the temperature had dropped significantly, the wind had picked up, and the summer crowds were long gone. It was incredibly quiet and chilly, a different world from the harbor town I had grown up with, but so beautiful and peaceful. Now I make a point to take beach walks throughout the fall and winter, to savor the lack of crowds and brisk, but still salty, breeze.

burberry headband

deer purse

beach pearls

preppy beach look

riding boots

minot beach scituate

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Peter Pan

red sweater peter pan collar

Sweater, H&M [similar] // Peter Pan Statement Collar c/o Sincerely Sweet Boutique // Denim cutoffs, Forever 21 // Bow earrings, BCBG [similar 1; 2] // Swiss Dot Tights, Kate Spade // Clutch, Garance Dore for Kate Spade [shape; print] // Patent flats, Urban Outfitters [similar 1; 2]

I have just loved the peter pan collar trend that’s been gaining traction over the last year, but have always been too shy to try it– until I received this dainty little one from Sincerely Sweet Boutique. It was just the right amount of statement and fit easily with this oversized knit, and had a vintage feel without being too in-your-face, or little girl-ish. I also love their Timeless Addendum and Austen Society Lace Trim Vintage Collars– such sweet little touches to add to outfits!

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white peter pan collar

tights under shorts outfit

On Wednesdays, we wear pink.

shoe photography

One of the absolute best things about being an Emerson College alum is meeting all of the talented and inspiring individuals the network connects you to, both current students and alumni. Last week, I met up with current student Celina Colby, fashion blogger behind Trends & Tolstoy. I considered myself to be pretty involved while in school, but as a sophomore, Celina is already blowing me out of the water. I discovered that in addition to Emerson, we share a love of Nutella lattes, exploring our little city of Boston, and, as you’ll see, pink blazers. We styled our fluorescent duds in pretty opposing ways and had fun battling it out in a photoshoot with Celina’s photographer Jamie Kaplan– to see the full battle, head on over to Trends & Tolstoy today!

playground fashion photoshoot

h&m pink blazer

On Celina: Blazer, H&M [similar 1; 2] // Leather pants, H&M [similar] // Tank, Forever 21 // Shoes, Christian Siriano for Payless // Bracelets, gifted

On Emily: Blazer, H&M [similar 1; 2] // Boyfriend jeans, Gap // Tank, H&M // Pearls, J.Crew // Purse, Kate Spade [similar] // Heels, Fioni for Payless [similar]

Polka Dots + Pink Chiffon

lc lauren conrad polka dot sweater

Sweater, LC Lauren Conrad [similar] // Pink skirt, American Apparel [similar] // Locket, CatBird [similar] // Elephant Cuff, BaubleBar // Tassel Bracelet, Bfrend // Desert Boots, Wild Diva [similar]

I go through different color-combination crushes often. You may remember it was navy blue + kelly green a few weeks ago, and right now it’s pale pink + gold. I’m thinking that means it’s Nutcracker season and all the ballet-inspired looks are getting to me…!

gold polka dot sweater

bfrend tassel bracelet

pink chiffon skirt american apparel

Wishing everyone a wonderful, safe, and filling Thanksgiving! xx

Spiked Cider

Cinnamon schnapps, cinnamon sticks, and warm apple cider? What’s not to love about this fall cocktail courtesy of one of my go-to books, Party Drinks!? I highly suggest this spiced treat this time of year, preferably while wearing similar attire.

spiked cider

Flourish De Lis Dress, ModCloth, $85
Glitter Bow Hair Clip, Forever 21, $2
Bubble Necklace, Vintage Glam Boutique, $28
Incyte High Shaft Boots, Steve Madden, $130 (sale!)
Classic Q Natasha Bag, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $368

Sincerely Sweet

tulle sweater dress

Knit Sweater with Skirt, c/o Sincerely Sweet Boutique // Heartbreaker Sunglasses, Urban Outfitters // Belt, vintage // Bracelets, Skiler Love; Glitterboxjewelry via Etsy; Alex & Ani // Pearls, J.Crew // Desert boots, [similar]

Last Saturday may or may not have been the most perfect fall day in Boston. One of those days when you curse the sun for setting so early, and you have no shame prancing around in a tulle skirt with pearl details out of pure happiness– in this case, one that is attached to an adorable navy sweater that forms to make the most perfect little dress. I found this little gem at Sincerely Sweet Boutique– an online retailer based out of Orange County, CA with an endless supply of feminine, vintage-inspired, and downright sweet fashions and accessories. I also snagged this Peter Pan statement collar and cannot wait to pair it with a number of chunky knits this winter!

white tutu skirt

boston common fashion

heart sunglasses

fall desert boots

By the Fire

There is something so perfectly autumnal about cozying up around a big bonfire with hot chocolate and s’mores. My friends used to treck out to the quiet suburban areas of Cambridge from downtown Boston numerous times a year for these, but there is no better time to host them than fall.

fall preppy bonfire fashion

Eugenia Kim Textural Turban, Anthropologie, $28
Plaid Lace Back Shirt, Full Tilt, $27
Excursion Quilted Vest, J.Crew, $110
Elson Straight Leg Jeans, Citizens of Humanity, $178
Essex Boot, Sperry, $250
Bow So Basic Bag, ModCloth, $55

Five Things

public garden swans

Swans in the Public Garden

american apparel navy hair bow clip

Bows + window shopping

used books harvard square

Used books in Harvard Square

brogues

Last days to lounge in the grass

lighthouse

Buoys outside the Lighthouse

What scenes are making you smile this fall?

AND, while we’re on the subject of photography– has anyone had any experience with the new Sony RX100? Point and shoot meets DSLR… I’m intrigued but need to hear more! Let me know! xx

Lighthouse Road

scituate lighthouse

Sweater, Gap [similar] // Shirt, H&M [similar] // Jeans, American Eagle // Tote, EcoBags // Starfish necklace, DIYed [similar] // Watch, Urban Outfitters // Bracelets, Alex & Ani; Tiffany + Co.; Kiel James Patrick; Glitterbox Jewelry // Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren [similar]

As much as I love my New England summers, I can’t deny how beautiful a crisp fall day along the water can be as well. This Lighthouse is my happy place, has been since I was a little girl, and is during all seasons.

starfish necklace

i love mr. darcy tote

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preppy fall beach outfit

And do you love this Pride & Prejudice tote?? Sometimes working in publishing definitely has its perks… :)