Patriotic

This past Fourth of July, we ventured deep into the city for a picnic barbecue at a friend’s home in DC. I’ve had this dress hanging in my closet since I wore it to a Great Gatsby party last year and was determined to get more wear out of it. I paired it with a pretty scarf I found thrifting a few weeks ago and some of my favorite festive jewelry from Swell Caroline, Lilly Pulitzer and Three Jane NY. Even though I was a bit overdressed for my friend’s afternoon barbecue, it was just right for hitting up a few spots in Georgetown after the fireworks ended.

Come fall, I think this dress would look great with a sleek leather jacket and short booties, but I’d love to get a few more wears out of it this summer. How would you still this pretty little thang?

On Julien: Dress, LOFT (similar here.) Shoes, J.CREW Factory (on sale!) Scarf, thrifted (similar here.) Link bracelet, c/o Swell Caroline. Nautical bangle, Lilly Pulitzer. Necklace, Three Jane NY. Bag, Longchamp. Sunnies, Kate Spade (similar here.) Lipstick, Smashbox "Infrared" Matte.

Chambray Dress

A couple weeks ago, I was invited to check out the new spring collection at The Frye Company with Poor Little It Girl and Lucky Magazine. Obviously, I died and went to shoe/purse heaven. 

I got these Frye boots for Christmas from the hubs a few years ago. Actually, to be honest, I got a different pair that wouldn't fit up my calves (womp) so I ordered the wide calf ones instead. I'm obsessed. People would literally ask me if I owned any other shoes.

And don't even get me started on this fun Ryan Michael dress. I popped the collar and paired it with my metallic Rebecca Minkoff bag for a more glam feel. Thank goodness chambray is here to stay!

Also! My good friend Alicia (the fabulous blogger who took these photos) just rebranded her blog and is giving away $150 gift card to JCREW (say whattt!!!) Scroll to the bottom to enter the contest - good luck!

On Julien: Dress, Ryan Michael c/o (to order, call 855-899-1708 or email.) Boots, The Frye Company. Purse, Rebecca Minkoff (non-metallic version here.) Bangle, Lilly Pulitzer. Leather bracelet, unknown (similar here.) Belt, Martin & Osa (discontinued, similar here.)

We Wear Pink on Tuesdays Too

This past weekend, we found ourselves along the beautiful cobblestone streets of Old Town Alexandria for the grand reopening of The Pink Palm. To celebrate the occasion, I wore my brightest pinkest dress and my new Rebecca Minkoff bag (that I just got from their latest sample sale!) And since my legs haven’t seen much sun since last summer, these Hanes sunkissed tights gave me that summer vibe my legs desperately needed.

I can’t wait to show you the pics I took of The Pink Palm’s new digs - the store summertime perfection. After visiting the store, we took the (adorable) town trolley down to one of my fave jewelry shops, She’s Unique. We topped off our night at the cutest Greek restaurant, Taverna Cretekou. Their patio was so romantic - definitely the perfect way to finish our evening.

To kick off celebrating Memorial Day weekend, I'm giving away two pairs of Hanes Hosiery Silk Reflections tights...so even if you aren't heading to the beach this weekend, you can still get that sun kissed look! Enter the contest below and check out what I wore in Old Town. (P.S. Could this pink be any brighter?!)

On Julien: Dress, Banana Republic (similar dress here and romper here.) Shoes, Franco Sarto (similar wedge version here.) Purse, Rebecca Minkoff “Mini M.A.B.” (un-metallic version here.) Bracelet, Lilly Pulitzer (similar here.) Map necklace, c/o Three Jane NY. Bar necklace, She’s Unique. Ring, Julie Vos (similar here.) Tights, c/o Hanes Hosiery.