Cool in Kaftans

My new favorite item for the summer has to be a flowing kaftan. It's perfect to wear to the beach as a cover up, over jeans for a casual vibe, or paired with some sexy sandals for an evening look. No matter how you wear it you'll look so chic and it's such an easy look to pull together. No effort and all style!

Here are some of my favorites:

Betty Beaded Kaftan Maxi Dress available at Boohoo- $35

Crinkled Kaftan available at H&M- $69.95 $35

Ecote Lina Caftan Top available at Urban Outfitters- $69

Embroidered Long Kaftan available at Zara- $69.90 $39.99

Emroidered Maxi Kaftan by Jen's Pirate Booty available at Free People- $298

How are you planning on wearing your kaftan this summer???

Look of the Day: It's Not Easy Being Green

1) New Look Striped Shirt Dress available at ASOS- $23

2) Kimchi Blue Mini Envelope Shoulder Bag available at Urban Outfitters- $34

3) Just UV Wait and See Sunglasses by Quay available at ModCloth- $44.99

4) Gentle Souls Gladiator Wedges by Gentle Souls available at Anthropologie- $230

5) Wire Wrapped Stone Cuff by Mikal Winn available at Free People- $178

Take It To The Max

Summer is almost here, and it's time to get bold! Maxi dresses in bold prints are the must have of the season...and I'm loving it. Nothing is more comfortable than a flowing maxi dress for a summer day. What I love about them is how versatile they are. Perfect for work, great for a lazy weekend, and a must wear for a night out. Put the mini dresses away...if you want all eyes on you, wear one of these amazing printed maxi dresses. You'll be sure to get noticed.

Wanderlust Maxi Dress available at LOFT- $79.50

Jupiter Sunshine Maxi available at Free People- $98

Long Scarf Print Dress available at Zara- $99.90

Yumi Kim Hot Summer Night Silk Maxi Dress available at ASOS- $286.33

BB Dakota Karlene Maxi Dress available at Urban Outfitters- $115

Romper Room

Since the temperatures are close to 80 degrees here in NYC today, I think it is safe to say that summer is right around the corner. You know what that means? It's time to dig your rompers out of the closet...and stock up on some new ones! Stylish like a dress, practical like shorts. In my opinion rompers are a must have piece for warmer weather.

Blue Print Romper available at Express- $49.90

Tiered Jumpsuit available at H&M- $34.95

Hopscotch into Style Romper available at ModCloth- $44.99

South Pacific Romper available at Free People- $158

Kimchi Blue Belted Collared Romper available at Urban Outfitters- $69

So here's to warmer weather!!!

Look of the Day- Back to Basics

People tend to think I'm crazy when I tell them that I prefer wearing dresses over jeans. Just because you're in a dress doesn't mean that you have to feel dressed up. Keeping things simple (like this look below) are what I love wearing on the weekends. So classic, but yet having fun with accessories really does make the look go a long way.

1) Critter Me Timbers Bag available at ModCloth- $29.99

2) MOTO Contrast Stitch Dress available at Topshop- $75
3) Marina Cat-Eye Shades available at Nasty Gal- $20
4) Honeycomb Horn Bracelet Set available at Anthropologie- $98

5) Cora Wrap Heel available at Free People- $168

Let Your Shoulders Breathe

It's getting warm outside...maybe you should let your shoulders cool off a little with some awesome cold shoulder looks. Wear this in a flowy top or a structured dress and look amazing all summer long! Such an adorable and delicate trend that looks amazingly stylish on everyone that wears it...no matter what your body type is.

Cut-Out Shoulder Fit and Flare Dress available at Express- $79.90

Cooperative Button-Back Cold-Shoulder Midi Dress available at Urban Outfitters- $79

Chloe Cold Shoulder Tee available at Free People- $78

Dress with Shoulder Cut-Out available at Zara- $39.90

Pastel Pink Vest available at Pixie Market- $109

Will you be keeping your shoulders cool this season???

One Piece Worn Three Ways

I always try to make the most of my closet. I don't have "work clothing" that I only wear to the office. Sometimes my weekend wear includes some of my dressiest pieces. Living in NYC, with a rather small closet, I have learned how to transition pieces appropriately.

Below I am showing you three great looks with one key piece: the Business Trip Bliss Top available at ModCloth for $37.99.

To The Office

1) Short Sleeve Cotton Cardigan available at LOFT- $44.50

2) Business Trip Bliss Top available at ModCloth- $37.99

3) Medium M.A.B. Tote available at Rebecca Minkoff- $265

4) Sloan-Fit Pencil Skirt available at Banana Republic- $79.50 $69.50

5) Skeleton Key Charm Bangle available at Alex & Ani- $28

6) Marit by Loeffler Randall available at Piperlime- $695

To Date Night

1) Black Sequin Party Shorts available at Pixie Market- $112

2) Business Trip Bliss Top available at ModCloth- $37.99

3) Blazer in Ponte with Peplum available at ASOS- $66.33

4) Lacey Polka Dot Mix Tights available at Urban Outfitters- $14 $9

5) Faux Suede Lace-Up Heels available at Forever 21- $32.90

6) Roll-Top Oversized Clutch available at Missguided- $34.20

Weekend Wear

1) Two-Tone to Tango Bag available at ModCloth- $59.99

2) Business Trip Bliss Top available at ModCloth- $37.99

3) Maxi Cardigan in Brushed Floral Pattern available at ASOS- $104.23

4) The Stilt- Downfall available at AG Jeans- $195

5) Buckle Band Rancher available at Free People- $58
6) Wedge Heel Boots availabe at H&M- $49.95

Which look do you prefer? How would you wear this top?

Shopping Roundup

Hopefully you all have your holiday shopping done (I finished mine about a week or so ago!). If not, I'm sure many of you will be heading out to brave Super Saturday which is the busiest shopping day of the year! With crazy crowds and the pressure of having to finish up your shopping it can be quite stressful. But, this is where I come in to help. Below you will find a list I put together of some of the best Super Saturday deals.

~Get 30% off of boots and handbags at Forever 21.

~Stop by Saks Fifth Avenue to save 60% on their designer sale.

~Take 50% off of everything at Express.

~So many deals at The Limited: jewelry is buy one get one and also take 50% off of full priced items.

~Banana Republic and Gap are taking 40% off of your purchase.

~Athleta is having their semi-annual. Be sure to stop on by and save up to 60%.

~Take 25% off of select jewelry at Free People.

~Urban Outfitters is taking 30% off of sweaters.

~Brooklyn Industries is taking 40% off of your entire purchase.

~Shoes at Steve Madden are buy one get one 50% off.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

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Crimson Glow

Tonight my husband and I took a trip down memory lane. I busted out my DVD box set of My So-Called Life. This has always been one of my all time favorite shows ever. I used to think I was exactly like Angela Chase (and still kind of do), loved Rayanne's free spirit, and had the biggest crush on Jordan Catalano (who didn't?!?!).

Looking back now one of my favorite things about the show has to be the grunge fashion from the 90's. I love it! What makes me even happier is even today in 2014 Angela Chase's wardrobe is still very much in style. Now let's start shopping!!!

Dr. Martens Core Floral Print Castel 8-Eye Boots available at ASOS- $189.50 

Bonfire Stories Tunic available at ModCloth- $39.99

Plaid Flannel Shirt Dress available at Forever 21- $24.90

Dream a Little Dream Dress available at Free People- $108

Jess Dress available at Free People- $88

Somedays Lovin Steamline Plaid Dress available at Urban Outfitters- $89

Which episode of MSCL was your favorite???

Look of the Day- Hello Springtime!

1) Ocean Motion Dress by Tulle- $75 $52.50

2) Black Diamond Flapper Bracelet by Alex & Ani- $68

3) Cobalt Charisma Bag available at ModCloth- $94.99

4) Devon Clog available at Free People- $168

Even though we had snow (!!!) earlier this week, I think it is safe to say that spring is officially here...to stay! The trees in my neighborhood are all blossoming...as are my allergies. But I just pop some Allegra and the blooming flowers appear beautiful once again. 

When I think of springtime I don't typically think of pastels. I hardly ever wear them. I love the bright and bold colors, short dresses, and flowing fabrics. Isn't this above outfit too cute for words?!?! I want to wear that outfit now. It's so perfect for a day like today.

How are you ringing in spring???

Look of the Day- Green with Envy

1) Starling Skirt available at BB Dakota- $90

2) Front Wrap Cami available at Free People- $38

3) Mod Girl Structured Crossbody available at Forever 21- $19.80

4) Gold Rung Earrings available at Anthropologie- $34

5) Stateside Pointed Heels available at ASOS- $60.20

Look of the Day- Hypnotic Holiday

1) SoHo Color Tote available at Amrita Singh- $120

2) Pop Boutique Swing Dress with Lace Collar and Cuff available at ASOS- $54.45 $27.22

3) Avanna Heel available at Free People- $218

4) Tights for Every Occasion in Fuchsia available at ModCloth- $14.99

Nothing in the world makes me happier than legwear...especially colorful tights. Love! I always feel like the perfect pair of tights jazzes up any outfit. Probably why I own 30-40 pair of tights. I know, I know...ridiculous. I really need to sort through them and purge a few. I used to be obsessed with shoes, then it was coats, and now I just can't get enough of legwear. I hope Santa brings me a few more pair this year. Please Santa...I've been good all year long.

Put A Lid On It

Hats are my go to accessory when the weather starts to get cooler. Nothing like being fashion forward while masking your bad hair day and keeping your head warm. I can't get enough of them! I recently bought this adorable Daisy Cloche from Brooklyn Industries and made a point to wear it this past weekend. The cold and wind were awful, but the hat kept me looking perfectly put together.

Here are some more styles I have my eye on...

Stitch Banded Hat available at Free People- $58

Zaffre Fedora available at Anthropologie- $48

Bailey® for J.Crew Felt Hat available at J.Crew- $98

Grosgrain Panama Hat available at Urban Outfitters- $39

My oh my...it's been too long! So much has been going on lately. I feel like I've been going in circles. I'm still getting over being sick (this cough is just lingering), and we have been apartment hunting in our free time. Well, it seems like today I can take a deep breath and relax because we got approved for the apartment we wanted in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Our lease starts in December, and I'm so excited! The best part is that we will finally have a view. All the years I have lived in Manhattan we have always just had a "true New York City View"...i.e. a brick wall. In the new apartment we have a view of the Williamsburg Bridge, lower Manhattan, and an iconic Brooklyn water tower. *sigh* I can't wait to share photos with you all.

Look of the Day- Black Beauty

1) Elsa Peplum Dress available at Anthropologie- $148

2) 3-pack of bracelets available at H&M- $7.95

3) Iridescent Exotic Minaudiere available at bebe- $69 $59.99

4) Jeffrey Campbell Blakely Heel available at Free People- $128

For some reason I have a slight obsession with black clothing. Not only do I just love the color, but it is so practical. Black doesn't just go with everything, but it also doesn't get messed up as easily as lighter colors. Sometimes I think that I really need to explore more color in my wardrobe. Quite some time ago, a number of people at a company I worked at thought that I was goth! True story.

My question to you: Is it possible to actually have too much black in your wardrobe???

Look of the Day- City Chic

1) Pleated Chiffon Print Dress available at bebe- $129 $79.99

2) By Boe Reminder Bow Necklace available at Wink- $60

3) Lulu Studded Crossbody Bag available at Nordstrom- $26

4) Drake Heel available at Free People- $148

Look of the Day- The Texas Two Step

1) Shiko Straw Cowboy Hat available at Free People- $28

2) On the Open Rhododendron Top available at ModCloth- $44.99

3) Leather School Bag available at Joe Fresh- $99

4) Mossimo Supply Co. Waylon Harachi Cork Wedge Sandal available at Target- $29.99

5) Holding Horses Denim A-Line Skirt available at Anthropologie- $78

Look of the Day- Touches of Monet

1) Victoria's Lace Top available at Free People- $78

2) Boho Beaded Necklace available at Amrita Singh- $150

3) Cooperative Classic Saddle Flap Crossbody Bag available at Urban Outfitters- $34

4) Cutout Flat available at American Eagle Outfitters- $34.95

5) Essential Watercolor Ankle Pants available at Forever 21- $24.80