summer mix + a guest post

I'm so excited to be guest blogging today for my gal pal Khatu while she is traveling the world. (Uhm, talk about traveler's envy!).
Head over to her blog, I Am Khatu, to check out my favorite tip for packing stylishly and smart.
JCREW denim jacket | GAP top | JCREW shorts | LOEFFLER RANDALL shoes (similar) | REBECCA MINKOFF bag

hello, goodbye

Right now, I'm kind of loving life across the pond. But I'm also kind of missing you guys and my friends and family back home, this little lady included. 
A quick hello! And a quick goodbye. See you with a million and one pictures next week!
But for now, follow my travels on instagram -- there are some good things happening on there...I pinky promise. KATE SPADE coat | DVF dress | KATE SPADE shoes PINTEREST | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM

walk on the wild side with reebok

I'm SO excited to share my latest collaboration with Reebok Skycapes -- aka my new sneaker obsession. They are out. of. this. world. comfortable. AND cute. Don't you just love when fashion and function just work? If you follow me on insta, you've seen a few sneak peeks. But click HERE to see the full feature and read alllll that I have to say about these leo sneaks. I had a blast styling skyscape's new line, not only because I'm head-over-heels in love with their new patterns for summer, but because I got to share the spotlight with my blog BFF Allie. Fashion is ALWAYS more fun with a friend. ANTHROPOLOGIE dress | ASOS jacket | REEBOK SKYSCAPE shoes c/o | DKNY bag
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check check

I've been feeling the black and white lately. 
When I had blonde hair I tried to stay far, far away from anything white (well, maybe not too far: evidence here + here). Even though I love the look, I felt that it just washed me out -- I have zero California blood in me that could help me not look painfully pale in white -- holla New England life.
But, ever since going brunette, I've become a magnet to all things white. Funny how hair can re-inspire your entire outlook on how you dress.
TODD & DUNCAN sweater c/o | JCREW top | MICHAEL KORS skirt (similar, similar) | TRACY REESE pumps
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on fridays, we wear stripes

Is there anything better than a good striped ensemble to end a busy week? 

Bring on the weekend!   

{ZARA jacket (old, similar, similar, love this one); MADEWELL t-shirt (last seen here); GAP jeans; MADEWELL flats (old, similar); JCREW scarf}

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never gets old

I love when you buy something, and silently thank yourself for doing so whenever you throw it on -- it's the best feeling right? I do that every time I wear this coat. Every time (which is a lot). It's the ideal weight to wear indoors, and the pattern is as timeless as the shape. I always seem to pair it with another print, (like here) but am a fan of putting it over cigarette pants and a simple blouse. Or even a shift dress -- VERY Jackie O.

{KATE SPADE coat (old - last seen here, love this one); JUICY COUTURE dress (old - last seen here); MADEWELL sandals (on sale!); LONGCHAMP tote}

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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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snakeskin + things

The last few weeks have been crazy busy, and as a result, my outfits have been much less bold (as evidence in my last few posts). 

I've been getting into wearing more neutrals -- creams, blacks, browns -- and mixing more subtle patterns together. Something about keeping it simple (you can't get more classic than Coach C's and an oversized watch) makes me have that nostalgic back-to-school-brandy-new feeling all over again.

{Cynthia Rowley top; JCrew skirt (old); Coach heels; Kate Spade bag (borrowed from mum); Juicy Couture watch; Max & Chloe necklace; Catbird rings}

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deep violet

I wanted this dress the very second I saw it -- it almost became an impulse purchase. I love when things you are crazy for go on sale, don't you?

{Anthropologie dress (on sale!); Kate Spade bag; Zara sandals (similar); Zara pearls (last seen here); Catbird jewelry}

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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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