Spring Dresses: Derby, Weddings, & Everything In Between

Spring always brings a flurry of invitations and save the dates. All those weddings, parties, or even just a night out with your main squeeze is the perfect excuse to shop for a dress that makes the occasion feel special. 

Derby Day has had a special meaning to me over the last ten (10!) years as Matt and I met at a charity Derby party (this one) and have been together ever since. Now that we are in the suburbs we will be attending the Barrington Children's Charity Derby Party, and it will feel extra sweet this year with that ten years to celebrate. Deciding between this and this to wear this year. 

And there is always the flurry of wedding showers, receptions, and (hopefully) warm date nights out to snag a new dress for. So here are twenty-four colorful options for all of the above. 

Pink pretties...

1. Love a ballet nod. Black Halo $190

2. The perfect palette to add your fave jewelry. Banana Republic $78

3.  Off shoulder and hot pink. love. Black Halo $298

4. When you want a little length. Black Halo $390

5. Obsessed with the laser cut. Elizabeth & James $365

Fun brights...

1. Love the scallop trim.  J. Crew $128

2. Pretty and looks comfy. Milly $350 (many other colors)

3. LOVE this. Delicate and interesting. Tracy Reese $348

4. Sporty and would look great with gold jewelry. Elizabeth & James $385

Love the off shoulder trend...

1. A pretty print, love this. Rebecca Taylor $371

2. Sweet yellow. Cupcakes & Cashmere $105

3. A sexy boho action. Asos $187

4. Breezy navy Alice + Olivia $368

 Some sweet prints...

1. Banana has upped their game. This is so pretty. Banana Republic $98

2. This is crazy flattering. Parker $265

3. A sweet brocade. Alice + Olivia $440

4. I want to live in this all Spring. Asos $55

Stripes and geometrics...

1. Classic and uber flattering. Milly $375

2. LOVE the pastel stripes. Ted Baker $225

3. A modern cut in soft colors. Elizabeth & James $395

Not right for a wedding, but certainly for anything else...

1. Seriously, Banana. this is beyond cute. Banana Republic $168

2. Love a ruffled drop waist. ST Olcay Gulsen $150

3. This breezy dress has great volume. Asos $51

4. This looks like you could live in it. BB Dakota $90

Happy celebrating and hopefully Spring. 

xo

Erin 

Bright, Warm, & New

As Fall begins, so does my usual uniform of jeans or leggings, a comfy tee or sweater in a neutral hue, and black boots or flats. Does your uniform sound a little similar? 

Thinking a bright, fun coat would be the best way to cheer up the cold days ahead. And the perfect way to amp up that neutral uniform. Crushing over these lovelies...

1. This blue is perfect. Loved this coat last season too. J. Crew $368 (comes in other colors)

2. This is such a great update to a moto jacket in a fresh color. Banana Republic $198 (on sale)

3. This cabernet red is rich and lovely. Madewell $298

4. A classic red coat, love. Ann Taylor $228

5. Emerald is unexpected in the best way for a coat. Ellen Tracy $198 (on sale and other colors)

6. A dusty pink is sweet, but the duffel style keeps it not too J. Crew $365

xo

Erin 

Statement Sofa

Some of the spaces that I have been most inspired by lately have been full of white walls and brightly colored sofas. White walls can be kind of boring, but really it helps anchor anything you want to do to the room over time. And a sofa that makes a color statement is so fun and surprising. 

I have a bright navy sofa in my basement that I love so so much. There are so many great options out there now as home decorators are taking more risks to lovely rewards. 

1. I was floored when I saw this green number at Ikea. It is magic. $999

 2. Not quite pink, not quite red, this is such a beautiful shape and color. Deepa Gurnani $1998

3. This hot pink love seat would be fun in an entry or bedroom. Pottery Barn Teen $799

4. I love modern sofas mixed into traditional design. This yellow one would be fantastic. Hayneedle $919

5. Somehow this sofa has a clean modern feel, while also being feminine. This soft mint is so great. West Elm $899

6. A velvet chesterfield is kind of a dream of mine. Rowan Reed $2495

xo

Erin 

LA: What I Am Packing

I could not be more excited for a weekend away to LA. Though I have spent most of my life in the Midwest, my birthplace, my family, and many summers and holidays spent in Orange County means my heart has always been in California. It always feels like home when I am there and I am so excited to share that with one of my lifelong friends who has made it her new home. It is bound to be filled with too much wine, too much laughter, and just enough time away from the responsibilities of home. A bonus visit with some friends from college sweetens it even more. Here are a few things I am packing and the lack of wipes and bottles in my carry on is already making me really happy. 

1. A sunny yellow Parker dress to match the sunshine. 

2. My coral PS1 because it makes me happy. 

3. A new mix matched suit from J. Crew. 

4. My scuba skirt from J. Crew is actually floral (sold out), but the black is also fab. 

5. Obsessed with this hydrating styling creme. Great for air drying hair or a blow out. 

6. These Splendid slides have become my flip flop alternative and are so comfortable. 

Happy Weekend (a little early). 

xo

Erin