Horsing Around

Posted on April 30, 2013 by soanthro

[ Valentina Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $198 ]
[ Posey Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $228 ]
[Kentucky Derby Carolina Dress, Vineyard Vines, $198 ]
[ Mrs. Murray Hat, Vineyard Vines, $198 ]
[ Monogrammed Derby Straw Hat, Marley Lilly, $36 ]
[ Capewind Sands Headband, Kiel James Patrick, $35 ]
[ Vickers Bow Bracelet, Kiel James Patrick, $198 ]
[ Horse Detail Purse, ASOS, $10 ]
[ Kentucky Derby Horse Charm Bracelet, Alex & Ani, $32 ]
[ Tumbler, Lilly Pulitzer, $198 ]
[ Horseshoe Logo Seer Sucker Hat, Vineyard Vines, $38 ]
[ Horseshoe Stud Earrings, Elizabeth and James, $63 ]
[ Malaya Horseshoe Ring, ASOS, $25 ]

For a New England girl, I happen to love the Southern tradition of the Kentucky Derby. I mean, give me some seersucker, bow sashes, and floppy hats any day and I’ll be happy, so I guess the Derby is really just an excuse… either way, I plan on betting some mint juleps this Saturday! Will you be celebrating? Or at least dressing for the occasion?

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Anchored Down

Posted on April 18, 2013 by soanthro

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.

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.

Lobster Roll

Posted on April 10, 2013 by soanthro

Sweater, Forever 21 // Zippered Skinny Jeans, Forever 21 // Bracelets, oh buoy Boston; KJP // Boat shoes, Sperry Top-Sider

It’s maybepossiblysortof finally feeling like spring! That means pastel jeans and nautical motifs as far as I’m concerned. And if it has to still be a sweater, at least there’s a lobster on it.

The Queen of Prep

Posted on April 8, 2013 by soanthro

Lilly Pulitzer Rousseau passed away peacefully yesterday morning at her home in Palm Beach at the age of 81. Her colorful way of living has inspired me every day for years. This beautiful woman turned her depression into a juice stand, which turned into a line of dresses, which turned into a way of life. She leaves a legacy that I know will continue to keep the fashion world cheery and bright for years to come.

Life’s a party, dress like it.

Opa Gingham Style

Posted on February 27, 2013 by soanthro

Lauren Puffer Vest, Lilly Pulitzer // Gingham Shirt, Vineyard Vines // Jeans, American Eagle // Starfish Headband, Vineyard Vines // Bracelets, Lilly Pulitzer; Kiel James Patrick, Alex & Ani // Desert Boots, Wild Diva [similar]

Pink puffer vest strikes again! Bright pinks like this and cheery blue gingham like this are the only things getting me through this horrid winter (ie. the only days it’s not snowing it’s raining with 40 mph wind instead). I’m looking forward to spring more than I can express in words, so right now I’ll let the vibrant colors and picnic-ready patterns do the talking…!

Buttons and Bows

Posted on February 5, 2013 by soanthro

Evie Dress, Lilly Pulitzer // Cardigan, J.Crew [similar] // Pearls, Lauren Ralph Lauren [similar] // Bow, American Apparel // Rope bracelet, Kiel James Patrick // Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren [similar]

If this isn’t my personal style wrapped up into an outfit, I’m not sure what is. A whimsy printed dress, navy blue + kelly green color combo, pearls, bows, and Lilly? If my life were an occupation, this would be the uniform.

Paxton1345

Posted on January 30, 2013 by soanthro

Last week, I received the softest, most adorable pair of boxer shorts, and I have had a hard time taking them off ever since.

Westport Boxers c/o Paxton1345
Sadie Oxford, Vineyard Vines
Rope Bracelets, Kiel James Patrick

Paxton1345 is a new line of boxers for men & women, made in the U.S. of A and designed right here in Boston. Designer and founder Erin Cormier is not a nightgown girl, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t want her nightwear to be flattering! She has taken the comfiness of men’s boxers and tucked//trimmed//folded them down to look great on girls as well. My favorite part? The New England feel and pride behind them– each design is named after a local area, from Nantucket to Newport, Beantown to Brookline.

I can guarantee I’ll be lounging around in these all summer, but until bare legs become a little more bearable, I’ve loved layering them over leggings!

Bilton Hoodie, Jack Wills
Leggings, Anthropologie [similar]

If you’re in the area, I’m sure you’ve already seen the line popping up in local boutiques, but boxers can also be purchased online here for women and here for men (Valentine’s Day anyone??). My only tip: they are very tailored, so if you’re planning on wearing them loose and loungey, I would size up :)

Have I mentioned that I adore this brand?

Disclosure: I was provided a pair of boxers for review; all opinions expressed are my own.

Outfit Crush

Posted on January 18, 2013 by soanthro

I’ve been seeing this darlingly preppy stripes-on-polka-dots outfit I first spotted on girlsack making its way around the Pinterest and Tumblr world, and have been looking for an excuse to recreate it…

[Mariner-Stripe Boatneck Tee, J.Crew, $45 (sale!)]
[Polka Dot Chiffon Skirt, American Apparel, $42]
[Pave Links Bracelet, BaubleBar, $78]
[Pearl Twisted Hammock Necklace, J.Crew, $98]
[Five Point Fox Necktie, Kiel James Patrick, $85]
[Photo credit: girlsack]

Can’t wait to see what looks you’re all crushing on! For past outfit crushes of mine, click here!

post script. My friend Cambria has recently started the most lovely fashion blog and is participating in her first Friday’s Fancies today! Have yourself a look at the new grace by c!

Snow Days Gray

Posted on January 10, 2013 by soanthro

Sweater Dress, H&M [similar] // Boyfriend Blazer, American Eagle [similar] // Button up, H&M // Pearls, Ralph Lauren // Bracelets, Kiel James Patrick; Alex & Ani // Stag crossbody, Accessorize [similar] // Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren [similar]

New England was blessed with a very mild winter last year, with really our only snowstorm being on Halloween(!). This year though, I’m ready for the snow– bring on the crunch under my boots and the layers of sweaters to stay warm!

Beach Walk

Posted on December 12, 2012 by soanthro

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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