weekend in: florida

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In exactly 6 hours, I'm jetting off to the sandy seashore of Florida for a MUCH needed tropical escape (hello vacation mode). As a notorious over-packer, I tried really hard to grab basics that also play double duty: a shirt dress that can go from beach-cover up to happy hour dinner date, sandals that go with e v e r y t h i n g, a fun bag that can double as a carry-on, and bold sunnies that make you look like you're ready for paradise. Woo!

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weekend in: pink

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I have been crushing hard on this pink coat trend. Which means it wasn't hard to click YES I WANT TO BUY YOU on this number. SO sad to report it is sold out! But love these options here and here. I can't wait until Boston jumps out of winter and on to spring so I can start playing with different looks. Although something tells me my impatience will get the best of me. 

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weekend in: moto chic

Spent my entire Sunday riding around with the BF on his Harley, and let me tell you I had the best time. Of course while he was more interested in safety -- thick leather jacket, hardcore boots, and sunglasses that covered my entire face -- I was dreaming up that perfect motorcycle chic look. A metallic gold skirt for the next run? Maybe not. But it's fun to pretend.

Madewell tee

H&M jacket

Zara skirt

Madewell boots

Tory Burch bag

YSL lipstain #2

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goodbye summer

Hello Fall.

Zara denim jacket
Zara white jacket
Equipment top 
JCrew skirt 

Nasty Gal heels
Kate Spade bag

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weekend with jsgd // in sapphire + turquoise

The world of horoscopes and zodiac signs have always been something I've admired from afar, sneaking quick glimpses of what my month will be like here and there, and marveling at how enchanting their history is. 
In honor of my birthday month (I'm a Taurus) I've partnered up with JSGD's Etsy shop for a month of my favorite zodiac inspired pieces (sneak peek on Pinterest). 
JSGD sells the cutest zodiac prints and iPhone cases, all meticulously curated with the perfect words for each symbol in colors that sound as enchanting as the signs itself -- from turquoise and sapphire to citrine and amethyst. 
And as a bonus, JSGD is offering a pretty sweet promotion for all DUA readers:  20% off JSGD merch with the code: DRESSALLIGATORS
1: Equipment // 2: J. Crew // 3: Madewell // 4: Marc by Marc Jacobs // 5: Swedish Dream // 6: J. Crew // 7: JSGD Gemini iPhone Case // 8: Twist Band // 9: Anthropologie // 10: JSGD Sagittarius Zodiac Print // 11: Ray-Ban // 12: Essie // 13: Loren Hope // 14: Keds for Kate Spade // 15: Tabletop Made // 16: Missoni // 17: Miguel Ases

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weekend in black white pink

This weekend, I'm feeling brights -- especially bright fuchsia. I found these pink beauties on the Anthro sale rack (still considering whether or not to pull the trigger), and love the idea of staying simple: pops of color and white, with boyfriend jeans and a quirky hat to keep it weekend ready. 

{Raoul peplum top; Rag & Bone boyfriend jeans; Loren Hope earrings; Anthropologie heels; Urban Outfitters cap}

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weekend in sand tropez

After the longest week of my life, a weekend in muted camels, creams and silver sounds pretty close to perfect. Inspired by this shade of nail polish I picked up earlier this week (and new favorite), this look is both easy and so refreshing, and can transition from day to night with the right kind of sandals.

{Steven Alan dress; Steel Canvas Basket Co. bag; Dara Ettinger studs; Marais USA sandal (day) American Apparel sandal (night); Essie nailpolish in Sand Tropez}

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weekend in lucite

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I've got a major crush on lucite heels. Had my eye on a slightly higher version, but these perfectly shaped/ideal heeled sandals stole my heart. If I won the lottery (and had a time machine to travel to June) this is what I would wear this weekend. Sometimes it's fun to pretend the internet is your closet, and ignore those annoying three digit price tags. All I know is this: lucite sandals will probably become my first purchase for spring.

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