Keep it Colorful!

I love color and just because summer is coming to its official end does not mean I am immediately wearing blacks and browns. Not so fast…

I loved wearing this summery eyelet sundress last weekend for date night. The orange and bright pink colors are fun and each ruffle is trimmed with an eyelash fringe fabric. The straps are adjustable which is a plus for me. It is lined with a pink cotton fabric, buttons down the front and looks great with black strappy heels. The dress was 75% off during a wonderful Labor Day J. Crew sale. The sandals are from DSW.

The pants above are a comfortable and flattering jogger style with a drawstring waist and it is from the 7th Avenue collection at NY & Company. And the color is just fun! I found these at NY & Company during their store closing sale. The top is white with a very attractive floral pattern from Nordstrom.

White Hot Date Night

I love a good dress. Have I told you I am DRESS OBSESSED? This was a fabulous find at Saks Off 5th.

The dress is made from a luxurious fabric that is embossed with a lovely jacquard flower design. I love flowers too! It is easy to wear, not fussy at all but so unique. I knew I had to have it and especially at the insane price of $50.00!! It is by the very pricey Lafayette 148 New York and it retailed for $898.00

No, that’s NOT a typo!!!

I think white and gold accessories are such a classic look. A chunky floral cuff bracelet, watch and earrings. The sandals are from DSW Shoe Warehouse.

How cute and on trend is this handbag? It is a perfect casual summer accessory. It reminds me of Popsicle sticks. It has a hinged handle and it would fit a lot of items. It held my cell phone, hairbrush, powder and the lipstick I am wearing from a kit I bought at Marshall’s from the Josie Maran argan oil line of cosmetics. I am a big fan of the body butter and facial serum. This kit had a lovely coral lipstick and I like it a lot.

The set of luxurious argan oil products are my favorite with a soft watermelon scent and an added bonus of the coral lipstick. I had been wanting to try the whipped face butter and her lipsticks so this was a great find. Lucky for me, I love both products. They are all so moisturizing for me since I live in a dry climate.

The wooden handbag is by Straw Studios and I found it at Nordstrom. It is fun and trendy and under $100.00 so you don’t need to break the bank to look fashionable.

I hope you enjoyed this post and will find yourself heading to tour nearest Saks Off 5th. You never know what wonderful bargain waits you!

Stay Beautiful,

Orange Crush

This darling J. Crew eyelet dress is the perfect summer dress for cocktails with friends. I love a classic shift dress and the bell sleeves are so feminine and on trend. It comes in a few other colors including basic black that is anything BUT basic. I might have to get that one!

I selected a pair of Betsey Johnson slide sandals with small Lucite heels from Nordstrom and the cutest purse from a long ago trip to San Francisco’s Chinatown. I just love it. It is embroidered with colorful flowers and it opens just like a take-out box.

Betsey Johnson sandals at Nordstrom and my China Town bag. Too much cuteness? Nah.

I am still loving the bell sleeve trend and getting plenty of use from my favorite Tom Ford sunglasses at Bloomingdale’s. Oh, and one of my favorite summer lipsticks… Crystal Baby by Estee Lauder.

Stay beautiful,

Floral Slacks

I ABSOLUTELY love a floral pattern. These are some of my favorites and they came from New York & CO.

To make them look a bit more dressy I paired them with this off white bow blouse from Vince Camuto at Nordstrom. Add a statement necklace, cute slingback pumps from Issac Mizrahi and a classic handbag and you are ready for a girls lunch or cocktails after work.

These slacks have a side zipper are lined and have such a fun and colorful pattern. I could also dress them down with cute ballet flats, a white t-shirt and a denim jacket.

Stay beautiful,

Derby Style...Off to the Races!

It is the first Saturday in May.  You know what that means?  The Kentucky Derby!  And this year we have a double whammy with Cinco de Mayo on the same day.  Talk about having to pace yourself!  Mint Juleps in the morning, Margaritas in the afternoon and Excedrin at midnight.

But seriously...the FASHIONS!  I mean, ok, the race is absolutely exhilarating. But let's be honest I love the hats and fascinators!!  I have a collection and they are so fun.

Now, although these looks are pure Cinco de Derby approved, these looks could be just as perfect for the  busy bridal season ahead.  The dresses themselves translate beautifuly to a Mother's Day Brunch, First Communion, and graduations just to name a few!

I love pink and I love this hat.  It's a WIN-WIN for me! If you are outdoors and in a warm climate enjoying outdoor festivities you will love it.  It is by Kate Landry and I found it at Dillard's.  The dress is a lovely abstract floral and it is by Katherine Kelly at Dillard's.

I am totally obsessed with this lip color! It is from Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Paint-On liquid lip collection.  The name is Liquid Desire #406.  It feels amazing on, has a "vinyl" finish, but it is not too shiny and the color stays put for hours.  I also have it in Chrome Copper and it too delivers great color pay-off.

You need to try these, you will love them!

Another great hat option is the fascinator a form of hat that may be traced back to the Renaissance era of the 16th century.  

If you don't want or like a big hat then the fascinator is your perfect choice.  This cutie is by Kate Landry at Dillard's.  It will make you feel like a guest off to the upcoming Royal Nuptials! This great looking dress is by Gabby Skye at Nordstrom.  A terrific fit and flare with another take on the floral print.  The woven fabric is very unique and so pretty!

I hope you have enjoyed my Cinco de Derby inspired fashions!  Thanks so much for sharing my passion for fashion.  Whatever you find yourself doing this weekend, hope you have lots of fun and remember,

Stay beautiful!