Anchored Down

I’m back to posting today because I know we have to at least attempt to return to a sense of normalcy around here. Monday’s events are still first on my mind, and my thoughts and prayers are still with the victims and all affected.

jack wills anchor dress

Dress, Jack Wills [similar] // Oxford, Gap [similar] // Sunglasses, Personalized From Me to You // Wrap Bracelet, KJP x Brooks Brothers // Wellies, Hunter

I’m just about done with pants for the year. And tights. Unless they are of a pastel color, pants are out and it’s dresses and skirts with bare legs from here on out. Until they no longer cause extreme goosebumps (seen below), oxfords and lower leg-covering footwear are in.

kiel james patrick for brooks brothers

monogrammed sunglasses

red hunter wellies

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April Showers

April greeted us with a beautiful sunny morning yesterday… and then a thunderstorm. April Showers are here, so time to gear up and make the rain a little more bearable!

April Showers

(1) Merona Anorak Jacket, Target, $40
(2) Wellesbourne Umbrella, Jack Wills, $39.50
(3) Rain Rain Go Away Umbrella, Felix Rey, $75
(4) Romilly Rain Ballet Flats, Hunter, $75
(5) Monogrammed Rain Jacket, Marley Lilly + Eddie Bauer, $60
(6) Duckie Rain Flats, Anthropologie, $68
(7) Evedon Premium Wellies, Joules, $120
(8) Stow & Go Rain Coat, Vineyard Vines, $155
(9) Romilly Rain Ballet Flats, Hunter, $75
(10) Medium Le Pliage Tote, Longchamp, $210

What are your go-to rainy-day items?

Ahoy!

nautical sweatshirt

Ship Wheel Raglan Shirt c/o US Trendy // AG Stevie Polka Dot Pants, Anthroologie [similar 1; 2] // Bracelets, Alex & Ani; Oh Buoy Boston; Kiel James Patrick // Wellies, Hunter

Last month, US Trendy awarded me with the pretty darn fun title of being one of Boston’s 50 Most Fashionable. As if that wasn’t cool enough, they offered to send me some clothes, and–huge shocker– I picked this comfy ship wheel sweatshirt (hey, gotta show off some nautical New England pride right?!).

navy polka dot pants

starfish pearl seahorse earrings

nautical bracelets

pill box red hunter wellies

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It’s Black and White

On a daily basis, I try to dress by a certain “live colorfully” motto. Yet even I can’t deny that a black and white ensemble is always classic and chic. A black blazer is a closet staple, and I first got the idea to pair them with white dresses + rainboots from this shot of Reese Witherspoon. The bow headband and tassel purse are my own fun additions :)

Black & White

[Bow Leather Headband, RED Valentino, $104 (other options here + here!)]
[Schoolboy Blazer, J.Crew, $198]
[Legacy Leather Penny Shoulder Purse, Coach, $198]
[Ecote Ruffle Hem Lace Dress, Urban Outfitters, $79]
[Hunter Original, Hunter, $135]

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Hunting Season

preppy rain boot outfit

Bow skirt, Urban Outfitters [similar] // Cardigan, H&M [similar] // Tank, Anthropologie // Necklace, J.Crew // Around the World Watch, Urban Outfitters // Bow clip, American Apparel // Tote, Jack Wills [similar 1; 2] // Wellies, Hunter

Not that the rain ever really stopped here, but I do like waiting for fall to break out my pillar box red Hunter Wellies. Funny how you can get so sick of something in your closet, like riding boots… a camel coat… mittens, and then find a renewed love for them after a few months off!

preppy arm party

union jack tote bag

american apparel navy bow

red hunter wellies

Angela & Roi (& Rain)

scarf shoulder bag

The only thing able to brighten up a rainy day Boston experienced last week was a new handbag on my shoulder. I’m so excited to introduce you to Angela & Roi, a debuting online handbag boutique, owned and operated by two college students just a little more interested in sharing their love of fashion + accessories with you than slaving away in the libraries of their Boston universities :)

scarf shoulder bag

Dress, J.Crew [similar]
Scarf Shoulder Bag c/o Angela & Roi
Pearls, vintage
Wrap bracelet, Presh
Wellies, Hunter

scarf handbag

I just adore my new scarf shoulder bag, and am seriously obsessing over all of the other cute shapes and styles their online boutique has to offer! At such affordable prices, I have a feeling this is going to be a tough shop to avoid…

scarf purse

Angela & Roi is offering 20% off one handbag of your choice to so anthro readers!

As you check out, enter coupon code EMSA881 from now until October 30! They are also offering free shipping as a part of their launch promotion for all customers.

Hunter Wellies

But really, what are you waiting for? Envelope clutches + irresistible patterns + darling shapes + dainty details await!

Tuesday Shoesday

As I was assembling today’s Tuesday shoe post on rainboots I stopped and thought never mind– I’m done with my two-year-long span of browsing for rainboots. I’m just gonna get ‘em.

And I came come with these beauties…

So sorry my loyal readers, no Zappos Tuesday for you today. I’ll return next week with six picks for you all instead of showing off my own :) [sorry about that....]

Emily’s Essentials

Last week, I showed you what Lauren Conrad considers the six shoes every lady’s closet needs. I agree wholeheartedly with her choices, but I think our gal pal left out a few, so here are six more types of shoes I consider to be essentials :)

Dressy Flip Flops: I feel like flip flops have such a bad reputation for being lazy and sloppy. But I am so not a fan of heels in the heat, or flats that get sweaty, so I rely on flip flops in the summer. And there are alternatives to rubber ones. A neutral, but classy pair like these will go with just about everything.

Wellies: Unless you’re one of the lucky ones who lives in one of those climates where you never have to worry about rain (and I guess LC is in Southern California…), rain boots are a must. I can’t think of a pair of shoes I’ve gotten more use out of living in Boston.

Comfy Heels: Yes, every girl needs a striking pair of comfy nine-inchers for nights out on the town, but how often do you want to wear those to work? Or a nice dinner with your family? A low heel, or even some higher ones with good ankle support, are priceless in my book!

Boat Shoes: I love my Sperrys. I can’t remember how I ever lived without them. So preppy, comfortable, and versatile. And hello– waterproof!!

Mary Janes: Another more work- or class-sensible alternative to your average flashy high heels. Plus they are absolutely timeless.

Ugg Boots: I don’t care how ugly or trendy you think these are, I will come right out and say that I. LOVE. UGGS. Have since high school. I don’t wear them with mini skirts or in the summer or while hanging out with Snooki. I wear them when I need something warm and comfy on my feet, and when I need shoes to transport to work in before putting on a less-comfortable alternative.

I’d also normally include TOMS in this list, but unfortunately Zappos doesn’t sell them yet! What other shoes do you need in your closet??