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Purple Today

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I’m so excited that today we honor one of my favorite colors, and my favorite causes. March 26th is Purple Day– a globally-recognized day of epilepsy awareness. So while you peruse some of these lavender goodies, be sure you also take a second to read these safety tips, goodness forbid you’re ever in a situation and witness a person having a seizure!

Lilacism

(1) Knit Lace Sheer-Back Dress, Kimchi Blue, $59
(2) Lollipop Aviator Sunglasses, Urban Outfitters, $14
(3) Lilac Leather Satchel, Cambridge Satchel Co., $178
(4) Lavender Shortbread Skirt, ModCloth, $35
(5) Lavandula Chandeliers, Anthropologie, $48
(6) Lilacism Nail Polish, Essie, $8
(7) Carousel Bangle, Kate Spade, $250
(8) Lilac Wissett Desert Botas, TOMS, $69
(9) Purple Crochet Classics, TOMS, $58
(10) Button-Down Knit Shirt, Staring at Stars, $39

#WearPurple

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Gift Guide No. Five

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Gift Guide #5: Purple

(1) Tuck and Stitch Fluffy Sweater, Warehouse, $48
(2) Carrot Polka Dot Backpack, Urban Outfitters, $59
(3) Banana Seat iPhone Case, Anthropologie, $24
(4) Cashmere Hat, J.Crew, $55
(5) Fox Stud Double Wrap Bracelet, Tory Burch, $125
(6) Pins and Needles Pinwheel Gloves, Urban Outfitters, $20
(7) Get Carried Away Idiom Bangle, Kate Spade, $48
(8) St Elmo Strip Medium Heddy, Kate Spade, $35
(9) How to Dress for Success by Edith Head, via Shopbop, $20
(10) Fox Door Knocker Bracelet, Loren Hope, $115

Color Crush

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We talked royal blue hues on earlier this week, but today’s Friday’s Fancies is all about my crush on purple! Any and all shades of it.

Tippi Sweater, J Crew, $72.50
Ariya Skirt, Topshop, $160
Carvela Gloria Jewel Strap Wedges, ASOS, $261
Contrast-Line Readers, Urban Outfitters, $14
Pieces Noella Zip Purse, ASOS, $12
Pieces Neona Stud Earrings, ASOS, $12
Lay in Lavender Idiom Bangle, Kate Spade, $32
Second Strand Watch, Anthropologie, $198 

Can’t wait to see what you’re all crushing on!

Candy Coated

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So guess who simply missed the fact that yesterday was the first day of spring?

This girl.

But I’m making up for it today by highlighting my favorite spring trend: pastels! Shocker huh? I simply cannot get enough of ‘em. Though in an effort to not buy an entirely new spring wardrobe, I’m trying to give into only mostly accessories this season.

1. Sweetheart Sunglasses, Urban Outfitters // 2. iPhone Case, Stella & Dot // 3. Color Block Bucket Bag, ASOS // 4. ‘To Buy or Not to Buy’ Nail Polish, Essie // 5. Color Block Bow Belt, ASOS // 6. Portable Patisserie Ring, ModCloth // 7. A Little Owl Told Me Earrings, ModCloth // 8. Metro Watch, Kate Space // 9. Pink Leather Heart Purse, Topshop // 10. Triple Wrap Bracelet, Lalucca // 11. Platform Sandal, Zara // 12. Court Show with Metal Toe Cap, Zara // 13. Castro Mint Sunglasses by A.J. Morgan, Ruche

Are you sporting pastels this spring, or has it become too trendy for you?

Hollywood Glam

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I don’t think I’m alone in admitting that half of the reason I watch awards shows is for the fashions. I’m so excited to see all of the gorgeous dresses that rock the red carpet this Sunday at the Academy Awards, and equally as excited to be linking up with long distance loving for an Oscar’s-themed Friday’s Fancies!

When my style icon Kate Middleton stopped in Hollywood as a part of her North American tour last summer, I couldn’t wait to see what she wore to the British Academy of Film and Television Arts celebration. Stepping out in a lavender Alexander McQueen, she exceeded any expectations I had. I knew at that moment, that if I ever had the chance to walk down that red carpet, I would choose to wear something pretty dang similar…

Silk Georgette Gown, Rachel Gilbert, $1,385
Rhinestone bracelet, BCBG, $48 
Bountiful Bliss Clutch, BHLDN, $450
Multi-Teardrop Earrings, BCBG, $88 
Champagner Sky Heels, Jimmy Choo, $740
Kate photo courtesy of Getty Images 

Hey, a girl can dream right?

Commencement Prep[aration]

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Even though I graduated this past December and already have a diploma in hand, I’m excited to participate with my fellow classmates in our commencement ceremony in just under a month!  With it coming up so soon, I’m of course stressing about what to wear… under the gown, that is (silly that I worry about something few will even see?  Yes.  Care?  No.).  I’ve finally found a dress I love, surprisingly from American Apparel– a store I tend to stay away from as much more of a prep than a hipster.  But I love its vintage look and am so excited it’s purple to match one of my school’s colors (our purple and gold school wears all black graduation caps and gowns, next!).

As far as accessories go, it pains me that I won’t get to wear a bow or flower in my hair thanks to a certain traditional hat.  But at least I’ll be prep with my pearls :)  Here’s what I’m thinking:

Commencement

I also love the look because it reminds me of Mila Kunis’s 2011 Oscars dress, one of my favorites from that red carpet.  In case you’ve been living under a rock:

Oh please let lavender be a big color this summer!

Post script: Emerson girls, don’t get any ideas! :)