Opa Gingham Style

lilly pulitzer pink puffer vest

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…!

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Sweaters and Specs

chunky sweater pencil skirt polka dot tights

Sweater, American Eagle [similar 1; 2] // Skirt, H&M // Swiss Dot Tights, Kate Spade // Glasses c/o Firmoo // Clutch, vintage Coach [similar Legacy] // Scarf, H&M [similar] // Patent flats, Urban Outfitters [similar]

I know that within my normally preppy style, you all may find that I, at times, have hipster tendencies. This probably stems from my alma mater’s influence (though I was nowhere close to most of my classmates in terms of Urban Outfitters addictions!). Yet I can always appreciate a good pair of oversized black-rimmed glasses, like these from Firmoo.

firmoo glasses

Firmoo is an online prescription and non-prescription glasses retailer with tons of styles to choose from at seriously I-can’t-believe-it affordable prices. In fact, your first pair can even be free. I adore the pair they sent me (can be found here) and am having fun using them as more of an accessory than a necessity– they’re a little bigger and wilder than my everyday glasses.

Ordering them was way too easy– all you need to do is insert your prescription. My only quibble? They were a little big for me and needed some adjusting, though I blame this more on my own head, not Firmoo!

vintage coach purse

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kate spade swiss dot tights

But really, how many is too many when it comes to glasses? Because I sense I’ll be ordering a few more pairs…

Disclosure: I was provided a complimentary pair of glasses to review; all opinions expressed are my own.

Buttons and Bows

lilly pulitzer button dress

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.

navy hair bow

lilly pulitzer evie dress

button print fabric

après-ski

I’m not much of a skier, yet all winter I’ve been itching to get away up North and spend a weekend in a cozy ski town. Bundling up by the fire in a snowy lodge? That is one great think New England winters have to offer as severance pay…!

apres-ski

[ Lauren Puffer Vest, Lilly Pulitzer, $188 ]
[ Hastelow Lounge Leggings, Jack Wills, $49.50 ]
[ A Good Ternion Bag, ModCloth, $33 ]
[ All The Trimmings Hinged Bangle, Kate Spade, $78 ]
[ Bean Boots, L.L.Bean, $119 ]

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Have you been skiing yet this winter?

Windswept Waterfront

boston waterfront fashion

Toggle coat, American Eagle [similar 1; 2] // Plaid skirt, American Apparel // Sweater, American Eagle // Rope bracelet, Kiel James Patrick // Around the World Watch, Urban Outfitters // Purse, Jesslyn Blake [similar] // Desert boots, Wild Diva [similar 1; 2]

Despite some breezy winds, it was unseasonably warm last weekend in New England, and that called for a walk around Boston’s waterfront area. As much of a tease as it was, it was definitely a welcome break from the blistery teen temperatures, and certainly put me in the spring mindset!

windswept hair

urban outfitters world watch

kelly green leather purse

plaid chiffon skirt

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LWD

Last week we talked LBDs, but this week it’s Little White Dresses I have on my mind.

Summer and Winter Whites

When the weather is warm, I just love slipping into easy breezy little white dresses [see here and here for past instances!]. Until summer hits, many choose to avoid white, though I fully believe LWDs can certainly still work in chillier months. I’ve seen a ton about winter white lately, and I’m a huge advocate for it, especially in dress form. A higher neckline, purer shade of crisp snow white, and wintery details all help with winter LWD’s case. French Connection has an overwhelming supply of women’s dresses, and I’ve pulled a few of my favorites.

Winter White FCUK

Arabelle Jersey Dress // Gigliolia Moments Dress // Crystalised Cotton Dress

And at the same time, it is January. Which means we are in the deepest part of winter and yet the fashion world is busy thinking about way warmer temperatures! So for dreaming of months ahead…

Are you a fan of winter white, or do you prefer to wait until Labor Day?

post script. The winner of the Bona Clara giveaway is comment #2: AMSDaily! You’ll receive an email shortly!

Snow Days Gray

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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!

kiel james patrick knot bracelet

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deer crossbody purse

preppy winter outfit

Pink and Pepper

I have nothing but gray and pale pink on my mind lately… there’s something just so sweet and cozy about this combo in the winter!

Pink and Gray Dreams

(1) Snow-Dot Pullover, Madewell, $65
(2) Thistle Street “Lights Out” Pillow, Kate Spade, $40
(3) Moonage Day Gleam Dress, ModCloth, $45
(4) Embellished Pearl Headband, Forever 21, $7
(5) Amberstone Leggings, Jack Wills, $29.50
(6) Flannel PJ Set, Gap, $42
(7) Upwardly Mobile Satchel, The Cambridge Satchel Company, $155
(8) Nail Color in Vanity Fairest and Miss Fancy Pants, Essie, $8
(9) Rosette Round Pillow, Anthropologie, $78
(10) Mauve Metallic Linen Women’s Classics, TOMS, $54

What color pairings are you craving lately?

pssst! Only two more days to enter my Bona Clara giveaway! Don’t miss out on this in-home facial!

Cotton Candy

lilly pulitzer fall 2012

Lauren Puff Vest, Lilly Pulitzer // Murfee Scarf, Lilly Pulitzer [similar] // White Tee, Sonoma // Jeans, American Eagle // Purse, H&M [similar 1; 2] // Tennis shoes, City Sneaks [similar]

All I really wanted for Christmas was a puffer vest– to wear by itself in the chilly parts of fall and spring, and to layer underneath fleeces in the bitter winter. I let Santa pick the color though, and couldn’t be more excited about the salmon pink! Just the pop of fun I need to keep me smiling through the freezing months ahead…

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lilly pulitzer in the beginning

The best part? The adorable In The Beginning print that lines in, with scenes from Lilly P’s own story :)