My Barbie-inspired pink ensemble is rare. But when the sun hasn’t been around for days, and you’ve scored a pair of hot pink suede pumps that go perfectly with one of your favorite dresses, you just swipe on your Trish McEvoy Kisses lipstick and rock your head-to-toe hot pink.
Sunglasses: 2 Chic by Two’s Company (available here); Dress: Trina Turk; Necklace: Kate Spade (similar here); Shoes: Nine West (similar here)
Dress: Trina Turk (also available here); Sunglasses: Tiffany & Co; Ring: NYC Street Fair Artist; Watch: Rolex; Shoes: Nine West (also seen here – and you’ll likely see them often because they are so comfortable for running).
Yes, white jeans after Labor Day. Yes, vegan leather.
I found this top at Behind the Glass in Auburn – it’s was my favorite boutique while I was in college and it remains one of my favorite places to shop today. The laser cut vegan leather tank keeps me cool while letting me get excited about the change of seasons that in on the way. And the shoes – I should have purchased a lottery ticket the day I hit the jackpot and found The Nudistsong Sandal by Stuart Weitzman for forty bucks in a sample sale. Yes, $40 and not $400. On such days, I’m incredibly thankful to have such tiny feet!
Jeans: Karen Kane; Sandals: Stuart Weitzman; Top: Very J; Ring: NY Street Fair artist; Sunglasses: Tom Ford
I may blush easily, but I’ve never been called bashful. I love this pleated midi-skirt that I purchased in the spring, and it’s proving to be a great transitional piece as we leave the summer months behind us.
Skirt: The Limited (similar here); Blouse: Ya (old); Sweater: Talbots (similar here); Shoes: Nine West; Earrings, Bracelet & Bag (similar here): Kate Spade
We were fortunate to have our home sell quickly and as we were waiting to find our next home, we were in a pinch to find a roof for our heads! Fortunately, we have some amazing friends who were open to renting us their home since they’d recently moved to Nashville and have their Rome home on the market.
“Camping” is how we’ve referred to our temporary living situation, and if you know me, my idea of camping involves destinations like The Ritz Carlton or St. Regis. With 90% of our belongings (even some of my shoes) in storage, no matter how wonderful the house, it’s a challenge to make it feel like a home.
As we moved, I thought about the three things I love most in my home, and I decided those must come with me. Every Sunday, John makes a trip to Publix to buy me fresh hydrangeas, so packing a vase for fresh flowers was essential. I buy Capri Blue Volcano scented candles from Anthropologie in bulk and burn them daily. These are my favorite candles and come in a variety of glass holders. And going back to my love for five-star hotels, freshly starched and pressed linens are one of my love languages. There is nothing more luxurious than slipping under crop, Egyptian cotton sheets.
Give these three tips a try for making any space feel like home.
Casual is not my usual. I feel awkward in flats – there’s just something about heels that make me feel pulled together. These inexpensive wedges by Madeline Girl are sure to be a staple as I transition my wardrobe into fall. A white blouse keeps it simple, but is a step up from a white t-shirt and jeans.
Top: Zara (similar here); Jeans: AG; Shoes: Madeline Girl (available here); Sunglasses: Tom Ford; Necklace: Gifted
I love brunch. And what goes better with brunch than a mimosa? It’s simple – foolproof, really. And it’s fun to serve company.
The Champagne: For starters, buy a nice, dry champagne. I prefer to Vueve Cliquot if I’m treating myself to a Saturday morning brunch. You can find a lovely Prosecco for around $15, but don’t lower your standards. Anything below $10, and you’ll end your lovely brunch with a headache.
The Orange Juice: Fresh squeezed, please. My grandmother always squeezed orange juice for me when I spent the night with her. It’s still a favorite memory, and there’s a reason for that. It was special – it took time. And feeling special is exactly what we want a guest in our home to feel.
The Blend: Equal parts champagne and orange juice are key. Add the champange first, then the juice. This allows the beverage to mix on its own and eliminates a sticky mess. And for the love of all things bubbly, please do not stir! Your bubbles will pop – and the only pop should come from the opening of another bottle of champagne! I prefer to add a splash of Grand Marnier to my mimosas – so experiment in your kitchen, too!
Chill Out: The absolute worst way to serve a mimosa is warm. Keep your champagne and juice cold and pour them up just as you are ready to serve your guests!
Photo 1: Barnsley Garden Resort / Dress: Lilly Pulitzer; Clutch: JCrew Factory; Sunglasses: Target
Photo 2: Bergdorf Goodman / Sunglasses: Tom Ford; Scarf: Johnny Was
Instagram has become my favorite spot to post snapshots from my daily living. I was so excited to receive my first order from Social Print Studio. The mantle in our family room seemed like the perfect spot for my beloved instagarland. A bit of twine, some clothespins and snapshots of some of my favorite moments make for cozy evenings in our family room.
Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing have never found spots on my list of favorite things, but a great pattern makes me appreciate the agonizing semesters of geometry classes.
Blouse: Trina Turk (Mel & Mimi); Skirt: Trina Turk (Mel & Mimi); Tights: Hue; Shoes: Christian Louboutin; Necklace: Anthropologie (old); Sunglasses: Kate Spade (similar here)
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