LOVE THAT | Gold Metallic

Gold metallic shades are just so, so full of contradiction. The tones are warm but austere and can evoke emotions of grandeur  while also inviting you to curl up next to them and enjoy the gleam. I constantly find myself drawn to these shades, especially when paired with organic textures like the card-stock chevron stationery from Minted below. These are just a few of the pieces that are on my fall wishlist.

1.  Gold shimmer skirt from Miss Selfridge
2.  Foil pressed personalized chevron stationery from Minted
3.  The Rapids gold print by Rose Lindo
4.  Lola Skye gunmetal skirt from Dorothy Perkins
5.  Gold booties from Dorothy Perkins

1.  Schuler & Sons Sunset Crossbody Bag by Anthropologie
2.  Embellished Hair Ties by Banana Republic
3.  Karina Shiny Gold Headband 
4.  FULL TILT Abalone Accent Head Wrap
5.  Two's Gold Dot Scarf
6.  Women's Merona® Metal Watch Gold 
7.  Gold Platform Heel by Wallis
8.  Sequined Crossbody Bag by Aeropostale

How about you? Any other gold metallic finds have you ecstatic?

LOVE THAT | Summer Gingham

Gingham may not be outside the box, but it's fresh as the air you breath at a picnic on the beach. The square motiff is whimsical, yet chic and can be the perfect pattern you need to add interest to what might be a basic outfit. These our my current gingham crushes for the summer.

1.  If I Only Had a Rainbow dress via ModCloth
2.  Washed Gingham shirt via L.L.Bean
3.  Poppy skirt via Boden
4.  Gingham Check Shirt via Joe Fresh for JCPenney
5.  Box Pleat Midi via Dorothy Perkins
6.  Kerrington Dome Tote via Tory Burch
7.  Cotu Classic sneakers via Lord and Taylor
8.  Corner Candyshop Bag via ModCloth

LOVE THAT | Modest Valentine's Day Dresses via Boden

BODEN, a hugely popular store from Great Britain, is currently my favorite source of inspiration. Their catalog is just this beautiful explosion of color and ideas and their clothing has a LONG option that is generally 2-3 inches longer than the regular offering (super handy for girls who want more coverage). Photo spreads with lots of prints, amazing color combinations and the special detailing incorporated into the designs are a few of the reasons why I love BODEN dresses.  

Vanessa Dress | A perfect floral confection for the girl who wants to imagine it's spring. 

  

Wool Skater Dress | On trend and any occasion ready. Fitted, wool and classic...what more could you ask for in a Valentine's day dress?

Amelie Dress | Striped details? Comfy knit? Pink and Red? Yes, please! 

Tea Dress | A happy,  polka-dotted bit of loveliness that lends itself to layering with a blazer or cardigan. 

LAURA DRESS | Spend a comfy day with hot cocoa and then on to a cozy date with your valentine in this fitted, knit dress. It's a day to evening delight. 

Lola Dress |  A feminine take on a print dress designed for dressing up or dressing down. The choice, as they say, is yours. 

Alma Dress | Simple yet so spectacular, with cutout details that reveal a contrasting color beneath.

YOUR TURN:
Which of these dresses would catch your eye for a Valentine's Day event?

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LOVE THAT | Retro Eyeglasses

SEW | An eyeglass print dress that is NOT a hot mess from an Eva Franco collection.

HOME | Exactly the sort of re-purposed eyeglass chandelier you'd find in the home of the coolest of nerds via The Optical Vision Site.

STYLE | I can't decide if I'm more in love with her top-knot or the throwback glasses from Warby Parker. Great vintage inspired designs over there and the company's also a fun follow on Instagram.

ETSY |  Now these pillow cases from OSusannahs would make me smile every night...no matter how tired I was. Great wedding gift idea!

ART | Fantastic eyeglass silhouette art found on revelment. So much inspiriation to be found by this gifted photographer.

DIY | Spotted some retro eyeglass stamps and all sorts of other fun shapes at PoshBinky--perfect for all kinds of projects.


I'd never have guessed my mother's cat-eye glasses might one day be considered completely legit for a young girl like me, but as the eyeglass world looks to the past for inspiration, you and I get to benefit from all the frames that help us project an image that is artisanal and intelligent. And what's not to love about that?

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LOVE THAT | Citrus Fresh

SEW  |  Me thinks the citrus loveliness in this closet is to die for. Sunny yellow dress, anyone?

HOME  |  Oh, I do so love this impeccable room from Escapade...

STYLE  |  A perfect pop of color spotted at London Fashion Week. Who cares about rainy weather if you're wearing a dress like this?

ETSY  |  This Kindle/iPad carrier from RogueTheory is currently on my faves list.

ART  |  Watercolor meets fashion in this lovely illustration from Gemma Milly.

FABRICS  |  This Andrea Lauren print would look fabulous worked into a retro-inspired day dress.

DIY  |  I'll take a bow with my veggies, please. Thank you. via Martha Stewart Weddings

Citrus is a color I love but am always afraid to try. Enough of that: the fear ends here. Why should I be afraid of a tufted citrus couch or elegant table bow? Such a color is bold and makes a statement while exuding warmth and confidence. And that's why I love it. 

Love That | Navy + Cream

SEW  |  Do I wanna stitch a closet full of preppy button-up prints? Oh, yeah. via Pinterest

HOME  | Currently obsessed with updating the steps our mid-century home using this runner idea from Creative Juice.

STYLE  | Mix your navy with a floral print and re-imagine a nautical theme like Anh from 9to5Chic.

ETSY  |  The Latice Pillow Cover by Lily Pillow makes me want to dress up if only to sit on the couch.

ART  |  I want to skip under the umbrella in this note card scene by Quill and Fox.

FABRIC  | Oh, the detailing in this intricate print from Xenia Boutique.

DIY  |  Let's create an adult version of these adorable flats from Joyfolie, shall we?

For a frustrated (translation: land locked)  nautical lover, nothing feels more graphic than the mix of navy and cream and I love to incorporate these colors into every aspect of my life. The trellis stair runner? The jaunty bunny couple? The floral skirt with navy blazer? They all exhibit the characteristics that are essentially ME--the more whimsical, the better. And that's why I love them.