The Dock

Whenever we go on vacations, our days are typically centered around eating. Wake up - what’s for breakfast? At the beach - we should head up for lunch soon. Evening - Where do we want to head for dinner? I don’t want to just head anywhere for dinner…I want great food and a great atmosphere. And oh ya, there needs to be a viable vegetarian option. I know I sound like the world’s pickiest eater (which is why I desperately need this bag) but the heart wants what the heart wants.

While in Naples, my grandfather took us to this cute bayside restaurant called The Dock. On a Tuesday night the place was packed. While we waited for our table, we snapped a few photos while the sun was setting. I wore this adorable white lace dress about a thousand different ways in the few days we visited and I’m not even sorry. It’s just too darn cute. And while I’ve shifted my closet color palette to neutrals lately, I couldn’t help but add some fun colorful jewelry and this scarf to compliment the dress. With the beautiful weather and a little tan, it all felt so right.

On Julien: Dress, The Mint Julep Boutique c/o. Sweater, J.Crew (old.) Scarf, unknown. Ring and earrings, Capwell + Co c/o. Blue bracelet, House of Harlow via Rocksbox. Gold bracelet, Hanuel c/o. Shoes, handmade in Positano. Bag, Mimi’s the Look. Sunnies, Kate Spade (similar.)

Light Hues and Wedding Shoes

Recently, I had Shell B take a walk through my closet and help me style the clothes I already had. When she found my wedding shoes hiding beside my wedding gown, she inquired why I wasn’t wearing them on the daily. I honestly had no idea how to wear them with anything but an evening gown.  But thanks to Shelbs, I can’t stop wearing these Badgley Mischka beauties.

I paired these evening shoes with a silk sheath dress from J.CREW Factory and my favorite long blazer from Nordstrom for a dinner party on Capitol Hill. It’s the perfect combo because I can enjoy the warmer evenings without getting too cold when the temps drop. I added my bright DKNY purse for a little pop of color and tied it in with a fuchsia necklace. I probably should have worn tights (sorry, mom), but my legs needed a night on the town too.

ALSO - super excited to share that District Style interviewed me! Find out about my fave beauty products, what inspires me, and what's next for It's Julien here.

Dress, J.CREW Factory (similar polka dot version here - get an extra 30% off using code “SALE30” until 5/14.) Long blazer, Nordstrom. Shoes, Badgley Mischka (blush color is sold out, but get 20% off using code “EXTRA” until midnight on 5/12!) Purse, DKNY (similar here.) Map necklace, c/o Three Jane NY. Bar necklace and earrings, She’s Unique. Fuchsia necklace, Dandelion Patch. Ring, Capwell & Co (similar here.)

Photos by Natalie. Styled by Shell B. Linking up with DC in Style and Join the Gossip.

Discovery of the White Pants

Sorry guys, I’m a little late to the white pants game. Since seeing them on some of my fellow DC bloggers, (Erika, Natalie, Meaghan, etc.), I’ve been obsessed. But WHY OH WHY are great fitting pants so hard to find?!

I totally lucked out when I found these Lucky Jeans at the TJMAXX in Georgetown. They fit just right and were a great price, obviously. I’ve already worn them about 20 times in the past month so that just goes to show you what an awesome staple they are. I can’t wait to style these with, well, everything. 

How do you sport your white pants?

On Julien: Pants, Lucky Brand. Jacket, Nordstrom. Blouse, LOFT. Shoes, Forever 21 (similar here.) Clutch, K.Slademade. Ring, Capwell & Co (similar here.) Necklace, She’s Unique. Bangle bracelets, JCREW (similar here.) Earrings, vintage (similar here.) Sunnies, Michael Kors (similar here.) Photos by Amanda and Meaghan.

Blue Leopard

Can I let you in on a little secret? You can’t tell anyone, promise? Actually, scratch that. Tell the world! I certainly am.

This dress…cost me… under $20! I found it in the sale section at H&M just before I walked into the fitting room. Pure luck! I was pretty darn excited if you can imagine.

Being a style blogger can be hard at times, you guys. Since I’m newer, I don’t always get clothes thrown at me and GIRL IS ON A BUDGET. 

This lightweight dress is perfect for cool summer nights with a pair of strappy heels and a slicked back pony, but for now, with this ridiculous weather, booties and beachy waves will do just fine.

On Julien: Dress, H&M (on sale for $15!) Belt, JCREW (similar here.) Ring, Capwell & Co (similar here.) Boots, DSW. Clutch, K.Slademade. Sunnies, Michael Kors (similar here.) Bow necklace, JCREW (similar here.) Bar necklace, She's Unique. Earrings, JCREW (similar here.) All photos by Meaghan.