leo + red

Leopard + red go together like cocktails + Fridays. 

And that's exactly where I'm wearing this look tonight.

TGIF. #longestshortweekever

JUICY COUTURE blazer | LOFT top | GAP jeans | MICHAEL KORS flats (similar) | COACH bag | CATBIRD rings | YSL lip

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olive morning

I am in no way a morning person -- actually quite the opposite. I snooze 'till the last possible minute, get myself ready in 5.3 minutes and run out the door to catch a train into Boston. I've been working on loving mornings, but pretty sure it will forever be love-hate.

 This indian summer week is just what I needed before waving goodbye to all things summer. So one last outfit in shorts and sandals until my favorite boots and sweaters come out to play. 

Happy weekend friends!

{MARSHALLS jacket (old, but similar $, similar $$; TARGET blouse (old); LOFT shorts (on sale! - last seen here); ZARA sandals; LONGCHAMP bag; JCREW necklace (old, but love this one}

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palm

Some morning print mixing in black and white today, and in the comfiest fabrics I own. I love how these patterns kind of meld into each other, especially with a punch of graphic detail (hello stripes). 

I got a french manicure for the first. time. ever. this week -- a little early week pampering never hurt anybody -- and I am smitten. Simple, polished. It makes me feel kind of fancy.

This week has been flying! Happy Thursday. xx

{Loft top (30% off with the code LOVELOFT), Loft shorts (on sale); Marias USA wedges; Coach 'Willis' bag; Catbird jewelry}

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LBD

A casual day in great basics and seriously comfortable espadrilles. These pineapple earrings were a great find from H&M ($12) and I've been living in them -- definitely great conversation starters especially when paired with a simple LBD.

{Jacket from TJ Maxx; Loft dress (on sale! love this color); Espadrilles from TJ Maxx (great match + on sale!, love these); Coach 'Willis' bag; Karen Walker sunnies; H&M pineapple earrings (recent); bracelets -- JCrew, Kate Spade, Catbird; Maybelline Vivid lipstick in 'Hot Plum' *really great bright pink that lasts all day for under $6!} 

::photos by Laura::

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double take: aztec printed

Meet my newest partner in crime, and blog bestie Laura. We both have a penchant for all things girly, and (cough) expensive, and simultaneously fell for this aztec printed skirt. Although we gravitate towards very similar pieces, the way we put them together always comes out differently. I love her classic yet casual spin on such a bold pattern -- totally opposite from my pattern on print look.

Check out Laura's full look on her blog Lo So Fancy!

{Kate Spade coat (on super sale at the outlet); Loft top; JCrew factory skirt; Madewell shoes (similar + on sale!); Coach 'Willis' bag; Jeweliq necklace (old, but similar); bracelets -- JCrew, Catbird} 

::photos by Laura::

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fluoro // fluoro

Love it or hate it, this fluoro yellow-green is one of my favorites. It adds a playful edge to more subdue colors (love it with the camo), and would look perfect with summer whites. 

I always look forward to taking this bag out when the weather starts warming up -- its just such a great statement piece especially when paired with matching neon cap toes -- something about it just confirms that winter is gone, gone gone. And I'm so excited that the Cambridge Satchel Company has introduced this color to their classic music bag shape -- perfect as an oversized clutch or a fun bag for work.

::see my last Cambridge Satchel post here::

{Club Monaco jacket; Loft blouse; JCrew factory skirt; Cambridge Satchel Company bag (now with $25 off! enter SPRINGFLO at checkout); JCrew shoes (now 30% off!)}

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3 pieces // 3 looks

I've teamed up with Lulu's to show how 3 pieces -- a leopard blazer, an emerald skirt, and a printed muscle tee -- can create 3 totally different looks for 3 totally different occasions. Think the perfect work look, a causal weekend out, and date night. I love the challenge of reinventing pieces for the week, and actually reusing old favorites rather than constantly buying/wearing new ones. Which look is your favorite?

1 {Lulu's leopard blazer; Loft blouse; Lulu's skirt (similar); Michael Kors bag; Zara heels (old); Anthropologie necklace; JCrew bracelet}

2 {Lulu's leopard blazer; Lulu's tank; H&M jeans; BCBG shoes; Coach 'Willis' bag; JCrew bracelets}

3 {Lulu's tank; Lulu's skirt (similar); Michael Kors bag; TJ Maxx espadrilles; Anthropologie necklace; JCrew bracelets}

>>all lulu's items are c/o, but opinions + styling are my own<<

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beach beauty

For beach days, my beauty regiment is very low key. 
Here are some of my must-haves found at Amazon.com:

FACE

When sitting in the sun, the most important products I use for my face are a lightweight face sunscreen, moisturizing lip balm, and waterproof mascara (guilty!! -- I do wear some makeup to the beach) 

1. Neutrogena Clear Face Sunblock Lotion SPF 30 $8.50

2. L'Oreal Paris Volumnious Waterproof Mascara $7.50

3. Rosebud Salve $7

HAIR

I love the look of windblown hair, and to achieve this I turn to Bumble and Bumble's Surf Spray. I'll spray it before a day at the beach, or when lounging by the pool. I also use a ton of conditioner after jumping in the water -- my favorite is Aussie's 3 Minute Miracle. It gives you beautiful, soft hair. Also, bobby pins are a must have for pinning back annoying strands.

1. Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray $24

2. Bobby Pins $3.50

3. Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Conditioner $3.90

SKIN

I am a huge sunscreen addict when I go to the beach, and reapply constantly. For achieving a healthy golden glow, check out Maui Babe -- a beach girl's best friend -- you'll look as bronzed as the bottle after use. 

1. Maui Babe Browning Lotion $16

2. Burt's Bees After Sun Soother $13

3. Philosophy Here Comes the Sun Sunscreen $19

{H&M dress (recent); Loft sandals}

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