Blue Hues

I love pairing different hues of the same color in outfits. In this case, I went with blues: navy, turquoise, colbalt and powder blue! There's something so fun about re-creating a look in a single color family. I have recently done this with pinks, too. You can absolutely try it with any color! We headed out for a little patio date-night at Fiora's on Wednesday. Side note: Mike took me to Fiora's May 2, 2014 before proposing to me! So Fiora's certainly holds a special place in our hearts. We highly recommend it; everyone who works there is super sweet and accommodating! Mike and I are trying to soak up these final days of summer by going out to dinner and having weeknight dates. During the school year, it's definitely a rarity to go out midweek, so we are totally cherishing these waning days of summer. 

How cute is this painted bike outside The Paper Merchant? TPM has so many cute gifts! Also, it's perfect for cards/decorative banners/etc. 

Dress: old J. Crew Factory. Similar here, here, here and here. 

My Pride and Prejudice book clutch: here from Etsy. This was my wedding purse, to match our book-themed wedding. 

Other fabulous statement clutches: here and here (and below!).  

 

Love these scalloped shoes from Talbots.

Found some other adorable scalloped sandals here with a slightly higher heel. 

Dying over these Chloe-lookalikes for $40! Perfect for work! Loving the metallic version, too. 

Check out these sale blue-hued beauties from Talbots! 

My tortoise/turquoise earrings are old J. Crew Factory, but check out these similar ones. 

Also, these:

This tassel necklace from RueLala is so much fun. RueLala has different "boutiques" and sales each day. I love it! Let me know if you need an invitation. The items are endless-- kid's, men's, women's, household items-- you name it.  Oh! And the prices are amazing. My necklace was $25!

Similar tassel necklace:  here and here on sale. 

 

More blue-hued dresses: 

More polka-dot dresses: 

How are you spending your final days of summer vacation (if you're lucky enough to be off!)?

xxoo

Mary

Trending 6.23.16

Here's what's #trending in my world this week! 

[1.0] YGR!
Lilly Pulitzer brought back the You Gotta Regatta print for a hot minute-- get on it fast, ladies! I am MELTING over this romper! I just got hired for a summer job at a boutique nearby, so maybe with my first paycheck!? Masters degree loans, be damned! I need some Lilly! Hahaha.


[2.0] CROAKIES!
I might be alone in thinking this, but to me, croakies are brilliant! Add pearls to them-- they become a practical piece of beauty! Check out these pearl croakies by KJP. I think they'd look fabulous attached to my glittery Kate Spade sunglasses! They would dress up any pair of sunnies, and, think of how functional they are!

[3.0] OFF THE SHOULDER!
This darling dress is extremely affordable (currently 50% off!) and super lightweight/summery. I love that it's gray-- I don't own much gray, and this would be a perfect summer hue to add to my wardrobe. Also, look at that cute detailing on the ruffle- precious!

[4.0] EASY DAY DRESS!
This is the dress version of the tank top I had been lusting after a few weeks ago. Sadly, the tank sold out really quickly, but this is still available. SO cute!  Throw it on with your Jacks, and you have a 30 second outfit (the best kind of outfit!).

[5.0] WATERMELON!
Okay, THIS is everything! The ruffle! The daintiness of it! The watermelon! I'm in love! Also, I love this price point in a watermelon print dress, too. Critters will always be on trend, in my opinion.

[6.0] FLAMINGO AND PINEAPPLE TOMS!
I am all for Toms and their mission. I've had several pairs of wedges, classics and booties over the years. When I saw that there were FLAMINGO and PINEAPPLE Toms, hand-painted by Haitian artists, I lost it! HOW stinkin' cute are these?

[7.0] THE DRESS FOR A SUMMER WEDDING TO TOP ALL OTHERS!
This dress in pink or blue (sorry, I don't care for the color orange.. haha!) will make you the second most beautiful belle of the ball at your next summer wedding. How gorgeous is that? And the price is very reasonable! I am loving the bow back detailing, too!

[8.0] TEAL GINGHAM!
This Modcloth beauty ties in the back. How fun is that? I love gingham (as evidenced by my last Belle On Trend post), so this dress is right up my alley for summertime!

[9.0] MORE TEAL GINGHAM!
Okay, these shoes are my new obsession. I will watch these like a hawk until they dip in price a bit, but they are SO CUTE!  And, with the thicker heel, they look comfortable, too! And the ribbon to tie on your ankle! AH! All you'd need to add to these shoes is a plain cotton dress-- something solid-- and you have a perfect outfit. Easy!

[10.0] PEARLS FOR DAYS!
This is one of the most beautiful necklaces I have ever seen. Banana Republic constantly has 40-60% off sales, particularly with your BR card, so I'd never pay near full price for that statement piece. But, it is breathtaking! All you'd need for an outfit with that necklace would be a white tee shirt, dark jeans and a pump. WOW. Just, wow.


What's on your wishlist currently?
xxoo
Mary