Who ever said too many polka dots was a bad thing…?
(1) Polka Dot Shift, H&M, $18
(2) La Pavillion Tech Case, Kate Spade, $50
(3) Canvas Sneakers, Keds x Kate SPade, $75
(4) Brenna Polarized Sunglasses, Kate Spade, $158
(5) Anne Bancroft VIckers Bow, Kiel James Patrick, $58
(6) Painted Flora Checkbook Wallet, Kimchi Blue, $20
(7) Skinny Jeans, blanknyc x Madewell, $88
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?!).
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!
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…!
Wishing everyone a wonderful, safe, and filling Thanksgiving! xx
Cardigan, H&M [similar] // AG Stevie Polka Dot Pants, Anthropologie [similar] // Pearls, J.Crew // Bracelets, Alex & Ani; Kiel James Patrick // Le Pliage Tote, Longchamp // Flats, Lacoste [similar]
I feel fortunate to be one of those lucky New England residents who get Columbus Day off from work. I spent this year’s Monday holiday, appropriately yet not intentionally, dressed in rather American colors, walking around a small Massachusetts town and finally having a chance to breathe and appreciate the beauty of early autumn.
I’ve been denying Labor Day’s unavoidable and eminent arrival for a while now. (This is why I don’t do seasonal bucket lists– I never get to quite everything I want to!) But Labor Day Weekend is here and I’m heading home to the beach for the first half of it, so might as well embrace it.
Even though my family has only recently joined me in New England, we would spend every August of my childhood in the very same town they live in now, and one of my most vivid memories is how chilly those summer nights on the water could get there! So as we share Dark & Stormys on the Adirondaks as the sun goes down + the sunset canon goes off, and say goodbye to summer this weekend, this would be my ideal outfit.
Barnstable Bag, Kiel James Patrick, $138
Striped Cotton Hoodie, Pret-A-Surf, $150 (sale!)
Beatnik Jeans, Current/Elliot, $118 (sale!)
Rose Anchor Studs, BaubleBar, $68
Red Enamel Bangle, BaubleBar, $30
Polka Dot Sneakers, Keds for Madewell, $62
Because this one just looked better in pieces. Happy Monday!
Best Suds Shorts, ModCloth // Bow Hair Clip, American Eagle // Cape Knot Hitch, Kiel James Patrick // Around the World Watch, Urban Outfitters // Love bracelet, Glitterbox Jewelry // Striped Cross Body, American Eagle [similar 1; 2] // Brogues, ASOS [similar]
I introduced you all to Angela & Roi, a new online handbag boutique, back here, and today I’ve rounded up some more of my favorites… because at these prices it’s quite difficult to just stop at one!
Clockwise from top:
Elaina Blue Stripe Shoulder, $48
Layla Shoulder Tote, $26
Emma Peach Pink Two-Zipped Mini, $42
Evelyn Orange Travel Tote, $68
Green Stripe Summer Shoulder, $22
Paige Yellow-Strapped Tote, $68
Vanessa Brown Cross-Body, $40
Sophia Pink Shoulder, $36
Navy Dot Shoulder, $52
And don’t forget! 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.
Photo credit: Mary Lee Desmond/Red Hot Box Studios
Lace tank, Kimchi Blue via Urban Outfitters [similar] // Cream tank, Anthropologie // Peppermint Patty Skirt, Minkpink [dress] // Belt, unkown [similar] // Watch, Urban Outfitters // Bracelets, vintage // Brogues, ASOS [similar]
You know those hairstyles you spy on Pinterest that you lust over but don’t think could ever actually pull off, let alone even get to work on your hair texture?
Let me tell you, dreams come true at Salon Mario Russo.
Photo credit: Mary Lee Desmond/Red Hot Box Studios
I had the fantastic opportunity to get a little ‘do at this super chic Newbury Street salon in Boston a few weeks ago. Enter Sal, expert stylist and total master of the crimper (because who knew crimped hair could look this cute after 1996?). He gave me such a fun, loose summer bun that is exactly one of those Pinterest styles I would have loved yet never even attempted on my own. And it took him all of about fifteen minutes, including the time it took to give my super fine and flat hair a ton of volume.
I also could not have been more grateful for the fun photoshoot that followed with the fabulously talented Mary Lee Desmond of Red Hot Box Studios, who I think captured the sweet hairstyle and warm feeling of late summer so beautifully.
Photo credit: Mary Lee Desmond/Red Hot Box Studios
Photo credit: Mary Lee Desmond/Red Hot Box Studios
Photo credit: Mary Lee Desmond/Red Hot Box Studios
Photo credit: Mary Lee Desmond/Red Hot Box Studios
Can’t tell you how excited I am about this lovely little salon. Huge thanks to Miss Liana for introducing me!
Read the feature on the Salon Mario Russo blog here.
I wish I were one of those girls that could effortless style a baggy t-shirt into a super chic look… girls like MK+A, Sydney, and Lauren Conrad. I am very much guilty of over-purchasing tees, and then I end up wearing them only to dance rehearsals or with skinny jeans on lazy days. Maybe I’m still taking the skinny denim route, but there ain’t no way I’m putting on such heels on a lazy day, so believe it or not this Friday’s Fancies was a challenge for me…!
Creme de la Creme T-Shirt, Zoe Karssen, $85
Polka Dot Verdugo Skinny Jeans, Paige Denim, $190
Wayfarer Acetate Sunglasses, Ray-Ban, $155
Gold Tone Knot Earrings, River Island, $3
Cielo Pointed Toe Pumps, BCBGeneration, $89
Creme de la Creme Idiom Bangle, Kate Spade, $48
