It's that time again. Time to break out the red, white and blue! The Fourth of July is coming up and fashion is all about seeing the stars and stripes for the long weekend. No matter what your plans are there is certainly something you can wear this year. And if you are like me you can just take from your closet staples and build from there. But who can resist those cute wedge sandals? This year my 'Fourth Finds' include: Fourth Finds 2017 by victoriamason featuring a Lilybridal Topshop Mini Star Hoop Earrings/Gentle Monster Round Sunglasses/Red, White, Blue Off the Shoulder Dress/Women's Splendid Venice Stripe Off the Shoulder Top/Star Mela Myra Embroidered Tote/Solid Stripe The Diana Swimsuit/American Striped Watercolor Swimsuit/ lace front wigs/Skechers 'Turtledove' Red Wedge … [Read more...]
How to Pack for Alaska
This time next week I will already be back from my whirlwind trip to Alaska. I'm visiting my oldest and dearest friend, E. She moved to Alaska a little over a year ago and I just knew I had to visit. It's been way too long since we've been together and I've been in a ridiculous packing planning frenzy for this trip. I keep asking myself the same question over and over again. How to Pack for Alaska? It is all about the layers. The weather in June is often rainy and temps can dip into the 50s during the days or reach the low 70s and be sunny. It varies from day to day. Layers are key to packing and taking in the sights. Also, when I land at what is typically my bedtime I will not just be five hours behind my normal time zone but also it will still be light outside. The sun will … [Read more...]
How to Style White Pants
The days of waiting until Memorial Day to break out the white pants are O-V-E-R, over. Now we can wear white pants all year round. That means figuring out more ways on how to style white pants. I bought this super lightweight and snuggly soft gray sleeveless turtleneck last summer and wore it only once. That made me sad. I love it, but once June hits in Virginia it is straight up straps and tanks. This year I was determined to break it out early and find new ways to style it. Enter my new white ankle pants from Old Navy. With white pants, both pieces can shine. It is basic but it works for a variety of occasions depending on what shoes or accessories you pair them with. I wanted to play down the shoes but add a small amount of color and the necklace I received at Christmas … [Read more...]
Flipping a House Style Edition
Many of you know that H and I are flipping a house right now. It's what we do. I've shown my staging style on Whatcha Wearing Wednesday before too. Whenever people find out that we really like flipping a house they always ask one question, "Do you watch all those shows on HGTV? OH! So and so is my favorite..." And yes, sometimes we do. But almost every time I cringe and here is why. Flip flops and heels of any kind could seriously injure you while on the job. What do I wear when visiting a potential flip? The same thing I wear when we I'm on the site and it is under construction. But almost every time I cringe and here is why. Flip flops and heels of any kind could seriously injure you while on the job. I typically don't carry my purse, wear a lot of jewelry or anything nice. … [Read more...]
10 Styles You Need for Spring
Some of you might know this already but I write for Social Moms on a regular basis. '10 Styles You Need for Spring' came out last month and I wanted to share it. It’s time to start packing away your woolly sweaters and heavy coats—and taking a look at the latest fashions. The warm weather has been hanging around a few weeks now and it is not going back to cold. I’ve compiled a list of the ten trends that are sure to put a spring in your step. Color Prep In case you missed it, Pantone released their latest color of the year and it’s “Greenery,” which suggests all things growing and blooming. If green is your thing, wear this shade anywhere and every where. If it’s not, here are some of the hot hues of the season: Read more... Get a Sneak Peek Raw Hem Styles are a particular favorite … [Read more...]
5 Fun Sundresses for Under $50
April showers bring May flowers, right? I sure hope so because I feel like we are in an endless spiral of chilly and rainy days right now. However, I have hope for the future! That means a May with sunny warm temperatures and '5 Fun Sundresses for Under $50' to tempt you into spring and lead you into summer. Because who can say no to cute, flirty sundresses? Sundresses for Under $50 by victoriamason featuring a red orange dress Yumi Oh So Dutch Dress/Gingham Cold Shoulder Dress by Glamorous (similar)/Boo Hoo Aston Floral Print/Zaful Halter Smock Open Back Maxi (similar)/Orange Slip Dress (similar)/ Because who can stop at 5? Here's a few more sundresses for under $50! >Linking up with Mix It Mondays /The Pleated Poppy/Style Elixir/Style … [Read more...]
Cinco de Mayo Inspired Looks
Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner. If you are like us you like to host parties during the warmer months when you can get out and enjoy the best of the outdoors and party spaces you create inside your four walls. H and I decided that we would hold a Cinco de Mayo party this May to change up last years 'Celebrate Summer Water Balloon Fight' party or the previous years housewarming. I'm already planning what to wear. Oh, and the menu and decorations too but what to wear.... it sets the tone, right? Top 3 Cinco de Mayo Looks Black Ella Moss Jumpsuit by victoriamason featuring Ella Moss SHOP THE LOOK Ella Moss 'Stella Jumpsuit'/Shashi Lilu Seed Bracelet/Steven Vienna Leather Sandals This one seems the most versatile. I could swap out the heeled sandals for the fringe sandals below … [Read more...]
Spring Refresh & Shopbop Sales Event
Shopbop is having one of their FANTASTIC sales again. I picked out a few items to freshen up my spring wardrobe, let's call it a spring refresh. Original, no? To be able to afford your shopping desires, you can try winning some money on games like 해외토토사이트. It's exactly what I need right now. I've been pushing hard in my daily workouts with the motivation that I need to because in work and my personal life things are not going so stellar. A little kick from the post-workout endorphins is in order. I'm not hustlin' with work because I'm taking care of sick kids, we added spring sports into our schedule, real estate heats up this time of year (that's a great thing!) and we found out last week that our dog, my baby, has congestive heart failure. We are making his last days comfortable … [Read more...]
Olive Green: The New Neutral
Spring, means revitalization and pops of punched up color. Using olive green a new neutral just makes sense. Seeing olive green as a neutral creates a new way to use those items in your closet and makes it move beyond drab and into a more wardrobe maximizing staple. Olive Green as a Neutral by Jojobride featuring slip-on shoes SHOP THE LOOK Olive Green Blouses (similar/similar/similar)/Pink Ankle Pants/Olive Green Flats (similar)/Yellow Pleated Skirt/Steve Madden Carrson Yellow Heels/Red Palazzo Pants/Tan Mules I put together this olive green look earlier this week when the temperatures finally reached above 50 degrees. Hello, spring! I have had these olive green pants from Old Navy for a few years. I bought the pink blouse (similar) last spring and loved … [Read more...]
Whatcha Wearing Wednesday: Stripes and Leopard for Spring
Stripes and leopard. It's all about mixing prints and patterns and it isn't as hard as you think. Spring is a great time to experiment. Think about matching a floral pencil skirt with a stripe shirt. Still not sure? Here's an easier way. Start with neutral colors like black, white and navy if you are feeling skittish and work from there. I took my neutral leopard heels and paired them with my tried and true black ankle pants and a new striped shirt I picked up from J.Crew Factory. The stripe shirt gets and update with the ruffle added to the sleeve. Ruffles are really big this spring. Wearing a navy blue multi-strand necklace adds a hint of color while also staying in the neutral zone. I felt like this look was both fresh and classic. It's updated with the ruffles and has an … [Read more...]