Showing posts with label Shirts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Shirts. Show all posts

Spotlight: J.Crew {Day 1}

It's not new news that I'm slightly obsessed with all things J.Crew (I know I'm not alone).  If I allowed myself, I could do a post on them every day of the year. I'll spare you all the monotony and cut it down to just one week.

Today's feature is their gorgeous blouses that come in colors and fabrics that transition well from summer to fall and in classic and flattering fits that will last from year to year.




June Gloom

Every year in LA we have the dreaded June Gloom.  While it hasn't been too bad this time, we've still been exposed to the grey.  So I figured, why not do do a post embracing this universally flattering color.  Grey + white stripes are a favorite combo of mine and a constant in the collections year after year. To incorporate a little sunshine, my go-to accent color is yellow. 



Copy Cat

I spotted this Mark & James by Badgley Mischka dress and thought it was just the cutest thing.  So fun and flirty, perfect for a party.  As much as I would love to snag this cutie, the $375 price tag deters me, as I don't need another dress. However, I quickly realized this ensemble would be easy enough to re-create with two separate pieces. Bonus: more mixing and matching options with other clothes you already own.

INC $59.50, J.Crew $78.00, Samantha Dru $121.00, Karen Kane $55.30
ASOS $89.65, Forever 21 $19.80, Forever 21 $14.80, Bailey 44 $59.00

Just Browsing...

I popped into Urban Outfitters today and had my eye on the following items.  Sadly, none of them made their way home with me....this time.




Lucca Couture Jacquard Print Peplum Blouse 

Deena &Ozzy Ankle Wrap Sandal 

Kimchi Blue Knit Feather Skirt  


I fell in loooove with this dress and all of its ruffly goodness. Unfortunately I can't really justify its over-$300 price tag.
 

Bold Blossoms

Florals are a popular trend this season, as I guess they most always are, especially come spring and summer. Lately though, I've been eyeing larger prints with vibrant palettes, over the smaller, sweeter buds in pastel shades. More edgy, than sweet and ultra girlie. Here are some picks I would love to pluck for myself.


H&M

Tucker

Diane von Furstenberg Beach Tabalah kaftan
Diane von Furstenberg



Zimmerman

Giddy Up Tops!

Western style shirts have been around for a couple seasons now and it doesn't look like they're going anywhere anytime soon. I like how there are so many options of styles out there - from traditional plaid, more masculine shirts, to those with ruffles and bows. There are actually a number of them at Forever 21 in various colors, patterns and fits, most all under $20. Perfect pricing, because you know they'll inevitably go out of style - at least for those of us who are not real cowgirls.


These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

I'm sure everyone is like this, once you find an item you like, you often go back and buy multiples of it. I frequently do this. Below are a few of the basic pieces in my wardrobe I own at least three of, in various forms and colors. I'm sure I'm overlooking a bunch, but my brain isn't working at full capacity today for some reason. Feel free to share some of your faves too!





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