Spring Sandals

Yes, it's still winter. Yes, the federal government was closed due to snow yesterday. Yes, I am dreaming of warm, sunshine-y, springtime-y days. Days perfect for these flirty, open-toed platform sandals...

Ilise Sandal by Alice and Olivia 

Kona Sandal by Hinge 

Emma Wedge Sandal by sole society 

Ladan Sandal by Kate Spade NY 

all via Nordstrom.com

I think I like the Emma Wedge best, but the Kona Sandals are so versitile! 

Which is your favorite pair?

Twilight Dot Silk Pleated Dress

Okay, here is the scene: 1930's beautiful girl next door goes to Long Island for the summer...

Or, I just went online shopping.

Could go either way.

Twilight Dot Silk Pleated Dress via Juicy Couture

Black and White Handmade Cloche via Etsy

Large Sailboat Pendant Necklace via Juicy Couture

Kress Two Tone Oxford by Hinge via Nordstrom

Top Chicret Color Blocked Satchel by Marc by Marc Jacobs via Bloomingdales

Bright Idea Wedge

Bright Idea Wedge in Turquoise - Bright Idea Wedge in Clay - Bright Idea Wedge in Yellow

Don't you just love when something you really like comes in more than one color? I do, obviously, I've talked about it several times in the past: here, here, and here for example. Well you can imagine my glee when I realized this super cute wedge by BC Footwear which I first spotted in the clay/peach combo was also available in a nice bright blue and lemony yellow. So great.

I still like the Clay color best, I feel as though I would get a ton of use out of it. 

Which is your favorite color?

Knock On Wood - Woodpecker Clutch

Every once in a while I come across something that deserves it's own post. No outfit styling required.

Seriously, how adorable is this Kate Spade clutch!!??

Kate Spade New York Knock on Wood Woodpecker Clutch 

Vintage Yellow Dress

How long has it been since I did a vintage post? Decidedly too long. So here you are!

I was over on etsy checking out things to inspire me for autumn and halloween and came across this jewel. It's gorgeous, is it not? 

Vintage 1950's yellow dress via etsy

Dior Cat's Eye Sunglasses via Nordstrom

Spring Street Design Group Resin & Metal Necklace via Nordstrom

Matiko 'Camden' Pump via Nordstrom

Earthen Rose Bag via ModCloth

Bags with Bows

There are so many bags with bows on the market right now, no matter what your price point, no matter what your style, you are bound to find one you like. Personally, I am so diverse stylistically that I happened across nine that I love. Well... honestly I came across probably 20, maybe more, but whittled it down to my top nine. Tough, Sweet, Sophisticated, Evening, Work, which bag would you get the most use out of?

• Little Kennedy by Kate Spade New York via Piperlime 
• Sweety Tote by Jessica Simpson via Dillards
• Wanda Striped Satin Bow Bag by Lulu Guinness via HSN
• Large Bow Hobo by RED Valentino via Shopbop
• Pilgrim Hill Tate by Kate Spade New York via Piperlime My Fave! A structured bag, with polka dots, from Piperlime. Seriously, how am I expected to resist? 
• Bow Leather Bowler Bag by RED Valentino via Nordstrom
• Shirley Bow Crossbody by Z Spoke Zac Posen via Piperlime
• Lady Bow Bag Spike Stud via Topshop
• Shirley Bow Satchel by Z Spoke Zac Posen via Piperlime

Vintage 60s Mad Men

Dontcha just LOVE vintage dresses from the 1950s and 1960s? 

There are only 6 days to go until the season premiere of Mad Men, 

here's the second installment of the countdown (did you miss the first? See it HERE):

Yesterday's vintage 60s dress was pastel springtime loveliness, so today I though I'd go something a little more office appropriate. This beautiful vintage wool dress is the perfect canvas. It's so simple and sweet you can really dress it up with bright accessories. The only picture of the scarf was round the neck, but if you really want to go for a vintage look, you'd loosely tie it around your fabulously quaffed hairdo! A "proper lady" in the early 60s would have NEVER worn her hair long and loose!

Vintage Circle Wool Dress with Pockets (Pockets!! FUN!!)

Kate Spade New York 'Treasure Chest' Statement Necklace

Make + Model Chiffon Scarf in Pink

ALDO 'Fravel' Pump in Nude Patent

Vintage 60s Lou Taylor Cream and Camel Purse with mirror

Pleated Colorblock Dress

I don't really think you need much commentary from me today. I mean, come on. This dress totally speaks for itself. It says, "Who me? Oh, you know, I'm just fabulous." 

And side note, how about this model!? Long limbs, gorgeous skin, full lips. Just heavenly.

BCBGMAXAZRIA Pleated Colorblock Dress

Hobo International 'Poppy' Crossbody Bag

(although, if it were me, I'd ditch the strap and carry it as a clutch)

Alexis Bittar Skinny Tapered Bangles in Silver, Gold, and Chocolate

Alexis Bittar 'Elements' Vine Capped Earrings

Steven by Steve Madden 'Bammba' Sandal

pastel polka dots

I would like it to be spring please. Thanks.

Equipment 'Meredyth' Sheer Silk Tie Neck Blouse

Tasha Floral Bangles (Set of 3) 

Ted Baker London Quilted Patent Shopper in Pink

Robert Rodriguez Crop Polka Dot Silk Pants

Franco Sarto 'Jesse' Flat in Kiwi

Autumn Eclectic

Dot Print Smocked Waist Dress , Vintage Turquoise Necklace , Splendid Waterfall Cardigan in Camouflage , We Umber-stand Socks , Seychelles Hawk Oxford Wedge

In the Woods

Love the branchy pattern on this dress!

Ponte Knit Sheath Dress , Branch Cuff Bracelet , Oasis Drape Wrap Jacket , Tempest Patent Flash Platform in Taupe , Patent Leather Clutch

She's a tough cookie.

My fashion identity is all over the place. I like when an outfit says, I'm a cutie patootie, but don't mess with me! 

It's like a crunchy cookie with a chewy center. 

Heartthrob Dress , Sheer Mesh Leggings , Metal and Shell Spikes Necklace , 'Prince' Boots , Ruched Collar Leather Jacket

So close, yet so far!

I can't wait for autumn, just can't wait! Here's a vintage inspired outfit that you can get away with now, but will transition right into the cooler leaf turning months.

50's Butter Yellow Knit Top , 50's Atomic Fall Circle Skirt , Gold Leaf Necklace , 'Vintage Reissue' Satchel in Brown , Bob and Weave Heels in Red

The Intrusion

Two-tone Racer Dress , The Intrusion Necklace , Kate Spade Bracelet , Ash Mega Wedge , Michael Kors Patent Clutch

working nine to five

I don't have the luxury of a 9-5 career, but if I did I would love wearing outfits like this!

Stretching Sprigs Cardigan , Pencil Skirt in Bronzed Ocher , Dorchester Tote in Walnut , Silk Blouse in Eggert , Townsend Oxford in Dark Camel

#100!

Woohoo! Happy 100th post everyone! 

Floral 60's Mini Dress , Kensie 'Bettina' Sunglasses , Vintage Monet Necklace , 'Axel' Heel in White , LV Speedy 25 in Ivoire

lovely stripey skirt

Love this cute stripey skirt from Belle by Millicent!

The Odessa Skirt  , 'Portobello' Bird Necklace , Prada Perforated Saffiano Bag , Cotton Shell with Tucking Detail , Zazza Flat in Bone

Mod Mod Mia!

I super heart Mod (as if you didn't know)!!

Mod Dress and Coat Suit , Nylon/Lycra Microfiber Tights - Neon Yellow , Ariella Ring in Green , Irregular Choice Floral Bow Heels , Kate Spade 'la casita jossline' bag in Bone

Coming Soon!?!?

I sometimes get so very frustrated with online vintage stores. My major pet peeve is sites that leave up images of things that have already been sold! Ugh, Don't show me what I can't have! Pet peeve number two is sellers who don't steam their garments before they take pictures. It hurts my heart to see lovely vintage garments all wrinkled up. You can buy a garment steamer from Macy's for less than $60, It's totally worth the investment. Getting to my point, my number three pet peeve is "Coming Soon" 

They have the garment, they've taken pictures and measurements of the garment, they have posted the garment online, but no price! What a tease....

1950's Beige Cotton Fitted Dress , 1950's Natural Straw Hat with Sheer Fabric Trim , Juliana Marquise Bracelet , Anya Hindmarch 'Rhea' Staw Tote , Miz Mooz 'Quinn' Pump in Red

more summer silk

I love loose fitting silk dresses for DC's hot summer days.

Rag & Bone Mercer Silk Dress , Cropped Cardigan in Beige , 22k Gold-plated Snake Brooch , Bagtique Woven Embossed Patent Shopper in Pink , Jimmy Choo Pedro Suede Wedges