Couldn't resist this white blazer from Zara even with the recent purchase of the Elizabeth and James jacket in Orlando. I adore the tailored fit and shoulders, and how it flares out at the hip providing a (much needed) exaggerated curve along the middle of the body. Now, what I've really been on a hunt for, for what seems like forever now is a bright red blazer with a similar fit. Where can I get one?! Zara, the go to place, hasn't come out with one to my knowledge and my narrow shoulders make …
Archives for May 2010
In the Details
For a good year or two now, I'm been looking for a pretty coral piece of clothing to add to my closet. I didn't want something too "tropical vacation" looking, so maxi dresses or tanks were out of the question. Enter this double layered, poufy skirt from H&M. I am absolutely adoring their new collection... there are so many nice things in varying shades of this colour (like this gorgeous dress modeled by Kristy!) which are simply feminine yet bold, and have an undeniable "pretty" factor about …
we are shaped and fashioned by what we LOVE
The other day, my boyfriend and I were looking at the funky, modern home decor offerings in a historic part of town, when the lovely green baubles caught my eye.This necklace was found at-- lo and behold-- a furniture store! I looked at beds and dining tables and even considered buying a new chair for my desk. But my mind was fixated on this lovely statement necklace. I couldn't leave the store without it.Wearing: Label-less dress (from a consignment store), Harriet Grey statement necklace, …
The Non-Boyfriend-Boyfriend Shirt
Nothing beats a crisp boyfriend shirt for a casual summer outfit. The comfort and the abundant amount of room to breathe in this staple makes it an impossibility for me to not reach into his closet and grab one to wear for a day of spending time outside. I have been stealing shirts out of my boyfriend's wardrobe for a while now, but nothing ever seems to fit the way I want it to (seeing that he is about 7 inches taller than me and quite a bit wider). When I saw this shirt at Zara, I knew that my …
Jumping for Joy
How I have missed the blogosphere! After a one week vacation in Orlando I am back and definitely ready to be home. I think I have discovered that I am really a homebody (unless of course I happen to be in a fabulous European city; then I think I could stay there a little longer...) and I would rather be in the comfort of home than out and aboutThis outfit is comprised of everything new from Orlando. My boyfriend greatly dislikes this jumpsuit but I adore the floral detailing on it. I think I may …