It's 5 Degrees and I'll Wear a Kimono if I Want To

Kimono: ASOS; Jeans: James via RueLaLa; Tank: AE; Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim; Booties: Sam Edelman (last year); Necklaces: Stella & Dot, Gorjana Layer Necklace

Yes, it's WAY too cold to be baring my pasty white arms. But have you ever seen a puffy coat look chic? Me either. So for the sake of some blog photos, I shivered and smized like we were shooting in Hawaii. Speaking of Hawaii, this kimono is slightly reminiscent of my favorite tropical location. All the more reason to wear it during this never-ending polar vortex. Don't you agree?

LOVE layering dainty gold necklaces

Thank you J for the pics!

xoxo,

L

Fringed Beatle Booties

Dress: Urban Outfitters; Faux Leather Jacket: old, similar HERE; Booties: Sam Edelman; Bag: Michael Kors

The weather in New England right now isn't quite sure what it wants to do. It's been raining and cold one day, sunny and warm another. I refuse to succumb to my collection of tights until I absolutely have to. If this weekend's forecast is any indication of things to come, I will be wearing them by next week. But until then, I will happily embrace my bare legs. 

I love the idea of pairing beatle booties with cute little dresses but they also look great with cords tucked into them. Plus the short heel makes them perfect for a manic day around the office. 

Enjoy the weekend!

xoxo,

L

Chambray + White

There are few pairings that scream "summer" more than chambray and white. It's such an effortless combo but the end results are crisp and cool. Add a few pops of color and you're good to go. I'm a complete sucker for a ruffle detail on anything... and then I spotted the $15 price tag and was REALLY in heaven. Cute shirt for under $20! Amazing.

Top: Old Navy; Jeans: Hudson (HERE); Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (other colors HERE); Sandals: Sam Edelman; Bangles: Alex & Ani, Forever21, Bobbles & Lace Boutique; Necklace: Stella & Dot; Polish: Essie Lapis of Luxury

Have a great Monday! Hope everyone had a great weekend!

xoxo,

L

Colorburst

It's the little details in an outfit that make it truly fun to wear. This ensemble is a mish mash of textures and colors that I threw together for a trip to my favorite BBQ joint. And somehow, it works. Handkerchief hem? Check. Girly eyelet shorts? Check. Color burst raffia clutch? Check. And then to top it all off, I added some snakeskin with my sandals. 

 Tank: Piperlime (last seen HERE); Shorts: Boutique in Salem, MA (similar HERE); Clutch: Mar y Sol (HERE); Sandals: Sam Edelman; Bangles: Pop up shop in Boston; Sunnies: Chloe

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xoxo,
L

Sunday Stroll

Yesterday was such a beautiful day. We attended a fun backyard birthday party at a friend's house and on the way home found a cute little park alongside a river. The sun was still shining and we weren't yet ready to go home so we stopped to snap some photos and take a quick stroll.

As much as I love backyard barbecues, there's nothing worse than indulging in your favorite foods (and plenty of birthday cake) and then feeling uncomfortable and hot in constricting clothing. I wanted to dress for comfort without sacrificing style, so I opted for this white linen shift dress and some basic flats. Please excuse the wrinkles -- linen doesn't exactly behave well after having been worn for several hours.

 Dress: Michael Kors via RueLaLa; Flats: Sam Edelman (HERE); Purse: Michael Kors; Straw Hat: Gap Outlet; Sunnies: Chloe; Watch: La Mer (HERE); Bangles: Alex & Ani

How did you spend your Sunday? Is it just me or did this weekend absolutely fly by?

Until tomorrow!

xoxo,

L

Vacation Daydreaming

There I go again. Daydreaming away on a Friday and planning outfits for my vacation. Are you sick of hearing about it yet? I created this set on Polyvore as a way to put together pieces I already own, and imagine how they'd look lounging alongside a beautiful beach with a fruity umbrella drink in my hand. 

I love the look of high-waisted shorts paired with a tie-waist chambray tank. The scalloped edge of the shorts (which I LOVE) might make this outfit a bit young looking, but I think pairing them with the leopard trim Sam Edelman Gigi brings them back to age appropriate for me.

I figure you always need one fairly dressy outfit for a nice dinner or hitting the town. For me, that will be a black maxi dress, those adorable Zara colorblock heels and a colorful Stella & Dot necklace. 

What are your vacation outfit essentials? 

Hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!
xoxo,
L