lovely kate

I like to visit kate spade online when I want that extra skip in my step. Not ever to buy, because my bank account won't allow it, but just to look. I like to get color ideas, and get that extra feeling of lovely pizazz.

I adore this purse:

The purple is just so fun, yet simple too. It doesn't scream obnoxious. Instead, it whispers, You love me... into my ears. To which my wallet retorts, Yes. Yes she does but she can't have you. Darn you, wallet. Why do you always have to be like that?

This is more my price range. It's adorable too:

A fun, snake embossed, foiled look. Great for out to dinner or even to a wedding! I'm partial to the gold, but it comes in pretty silver and a fabulous black as well.

Visit Kate Spade for more classic fashion pieces and more.

Outlet dreams....

Love jcrew? Oh yes.

Hate the prices? Oh ohhh yes.

I absolutely delight in the outlet. I think the pieces are often more realistic than the actual store (which sometimes has way too many ruffles and sparkles for my simple life). The online outlet (now taking place at jcrew.com on the weekends) is a nice way to go, but if you can get to the outlet store you will drop to your knees at the sale prices and discounts they constantly have going. I am always able to pick up some classic and adorable pieces for much much much less than the pretty penny I pay at the regular retail store. It doesn't seem right sometimes! But, obviously, who's complaining? Not I. Not ever.

Here are some steals I picked up last time I went...

The items are fabulous and the prices unbeatable (up to 60% off)!

I have been eyeing this sparkle sweater online for a few weeks. It's so fun for the holidays! Hopefully I can skitter on to the outlet at some point this month to see what kind of price tag it has.

My favorite outlets (all with j.crew):

Freeport, ME

Freeport is the best in my opinion. Stores line the quaint Maine streets and you hardly feel like your in an outlet center at all! Stop on over for a Ben and Jerry's ice cream, and go see all that the famous L.L.Bean has to offer.

Wrentham Outlets

The Wrentham outlet is pretty great too. They have Cole Hann, Vera Bradley, and even a LOFT outlet too! Plus they have a Friendly's if you crave a burger and fries after your strenuous shopping excursion.

Woodbury Commons

This outlet is fancy pants. By far the most upscale I've ever been to, the Woodbury Commons has shops like Chanel, Diane Von Furstenberg, Prada, Saks, Tory Burch, and Versace. This outlet is right in Southern NY, which is close to my Grandmothers house in CT. A fun one to go to every once in awhile!

Happy outlet shopping!

looks i love....

So glamorous!

Perfect for party time, I love these looks.

Zara's 2010 Evening Collection

TOMS shoes

Are these cool? Do we like these?

Because I think they're kind of cute.

But I'm just checking with you first.

Your opinion is important to me.

VERY important.

Because I want to like them. But only if you like them too.

TOMS shoes.

Let me know what you think!

Fall:

Just having a little fun on Polyvore! Loving my day off!

This is has been one of my go-to weekend outfits this fall. I got some great boots from Zappos and have been really loving the legging look with a long cardigan. So comfortable and easy.

Fall by AEBurns featuring flat boots

lesson learned.

I have just experienced a tragedy.

This insanely gorgeous necklace WAS on sale at anthropologie last week and when I just clicked on over to the site to make my purchase it was GONE. Poof. Adios. Goodbye!

Serves me right. I should have bought it when I saw it.

There is no one to blame but myself for this upset.

I just need to suffer to consequences,

suck it up,

and... cry.

FALL SALE

Ah yes, my favorite time of year.

Fall sale at J.Crew. Here are some of my favorites...

I think this tissue turtle neck would looks great with light khaki corduroys. And a simple long gold necklace. A practical piece for fall.

I have this sweater in periwinkle and it is SO soft and SO comfortable. Looks like a sweatshirt but is actually a sweater!

Well aren't these earrings just fancy pants! So cute for a night out to dinner!

Meg has this sweater. SUPER cool. I love the side zip and the color. Very hip and stylish. Looks great with black ankle pants and flats!

I'm a sucker for colorful cords and these are so totally cute for fall! I think they'd look so cute with an ivory sweater or a navy blue shirt. ADORE!

And last, but certainly not least, I LOVE these flats. A girl can never have too many black flats. I love the toe on these too... a little different than your average ballet shoe, but still 100% classic.

Happy shopping!

Queen of Coats

Don't you love this coat?

I sure do.

Factory Wool Carlin Coat

FAB.

Not that I need any more coats or anything.

I am the QUEEN of coats. It would be embarrassing to tell you how many coats I own. It might be a sickness.

Jcrew LOVE: Online Outlet ♥

GOOD NEWS!!

J.crew is now providing their factory clothes ONLINE on the WEEKENDS!!!!

This is a suuuuuurious dream come true for me.

And this is why:

1. I love jcrew.

2. I hate jcrew prices.

3. I love love LOVE the outlet clothes. ALWAYS. And forever.

4. Outlet prices + outlet clothes + shipment to my doorstep = the ULTIMATE dream.

I bought two new tops and a pretty bracelet. Glooooorious!

Already, my weekend is perfect.

YAY!

Take a look--

Weekends Only!!

Lonny Mag

So in my search for a good magazine awhile back, my friend Eliza informed me of an online magazine called Lonny. Although I was looking for actual pages to flip (i.e. paper magazine), the online paper-less magazine Lonny wins for spectacular ideas, eye-pleasing layout, and all around fabulous design. It's so wonderful, every issue is so bright and EXACTLY my style. Or at least, what my style inspires to be. Plus, it's GREEN!

Thank you Eliza for letting me know about this!

Looking through this mag is a DREAM if I ever had one. Simply divine.

I am 170% addicted to this publication.

If that's even possible.

And I think it might be.

The August/September Issue is 197 pages of pure bliss.

Oh joy!

Go subscribe!

Lonny Magazine

Land's End Canvas

Through some recent mailings and also one of my go-to blogs, j.crew aficionada, I've been introduced to a new clothing line from Land's End. It's called Canvas and by the looks of it the clothes are meant for a slightly preppy, 20's something crowd. How absolutely perfect seeing as I am a slightly preppy, 20's something girl. They also resemble some very classic jcrew pieces (cardigans, button-downs, etc) which are my favorite. This past week I took advantage of a sale they were having and snagged some new clothes for summer. Take a look at what I bought and then head to the LE Canvas website to grab your own summer goodies. Sale's still good!

Boyfriend V-neck Cardigan Sweater in Turquoise Sea

Simply precious and what a great look with skinny jeans and a basic white tee.

Cotton Lawn Campshirt in True Navy Mini Dot

Can't wait to wear this with white shorts/jeans. LOVE the polka dots.

The Heritage Cardigan in Bold Sun

So bright and happy. A classic cardigan in a bold, delightful color.

Cotton Headband in True Navy Check

A summer staple for my whispy hair!

July everlasting...

What a positively perfect, pleasantly precious summer dress.

Gold, friends.

GOLD!

HAPPY JULY!!! xoxo

Adorable Blog Alert!!

Thanks to my MOM, I now bring to you the most adorable blog EVER.....

New Dress A Day

http://newdressaday.wordpress.com/

Inspired by Julie Powell's cooking blog, this VERY chic young lady decided to start her own project (sans cooking). She quit traditional shopping and went straight to the thrift shop. A new dress a day and this girl's got an incredibly fabulous new hand-made wardrobe. I'm so jealous-- I wish I knew how to sew!

365 days.

365 items of clothing.

365 dollars.

SO FLIPIN' SWEET!!!!

Boots, I love you.

So I absolutely understand that it is summer and that it is 85 degrees and the end of June. I get it, I get it.

But still, I cannot stop thinking about these boots.

Trouble is, I don't even know if they still exist. Madewell sold them last fall and winter, and I even have a faint memory of them being in the store last spring. I haven't had the chance to stop by lately and do not know if they are still purchasable. The website does not have them, but could the store? Does anyone know?! Can anyone out there tell me? Please, give info. Help a sister out. For some strange reason (or maybe not so much, given my history) I feel like these need to be my boots. Why? Good question. Am I nuts? Absolutely. At any rate, these gorgeous boots are stuck in my head and I can't get them out and I love them.

I love them.

Boots, I love you. Please be mine.

What would Emma Pillsbury Wear?

I just found the best blog EVER (or really, I have to give credit here to my good friend Ali from high school). She posted this on her facebook page and as I was skimming down my news feed my eyes stopped in their tracks at this post.

What would Emma Pillsbury wear?

http://wwepw.blogspot.com/

Here are a few of the words that came to mind when I clicked on this link (if you are a frequent reader this should come as no surprise):

Joy! Dream! Wahoooo! Sweet! Amazing! Jubilation! GLEEEEEEE!

It really and truly was fireworks like that. This blog is genius. Pure genius.

Here is a little excerpt from the blog...

"When Emma Pillsbury appeared on Glee, I sat up and took notice. Who was this cardigan-clad darling with a penchant for plastic gloves and antiseptic wipes? That jewelry! Those shoes! In an instant, I was hooked on all things Emma. Join me as I scour the internet for her (and ultimately my) dream wardrobe."

Go on... visit the website now... you know you want to!

bathing beauty...

Just purchased my 2010 summer swim suit!!! I'm obsessed with this bathing suit and will be jumping for joy when it arrives in the mail. Glooooooorious.

solid ruched femme tank

"Everything's better with a bit of ruching. This sexy tank is one of our new favorites, with a sophisticated, oh-so-flattering shape in a smattering of summer brights." -j.crew

Also threw this summer straw sun hat into the cart while I was at it. After some debating I've decided this hat was always the right choice for me. It's simple and classic. A perfect match for my beach reading and a thorough lather of sunscreen.

you're very welcome, jcrew. anything for you. ♥♥♥

stunning studs.

I've found some of the prettiest earrings at Anthropologie this year. They are simple, but with a little extra glitz that adds a touch of elegance to any outfit. I've worn these earrings to all sorts of occasions from weddings, out to dinner, and even with a plain t-shirt and jeans. I always get compliments and and feel so fancy in them.

Just thought I'd share!

After looking through the website I found a few more to put on my wish list. So pretty!

Adore the beetles! Adore.