Arm Candy

All the pastel bags for Spring remind me of the sweet little conversation hearts that, while not that tasty, are always cute for Valentine's Day. Last Spring we saw a lot of pastel and this upcoming season seems to follow suit. Ballet buns, peplums, lace, and all other things femme are still around as well. I have go to say, I am looking forward to indulging in all the girlie-ness. 

1.  The perfect pink by Marc Jacobs $428

2. Marie Turnor minty fold over clutch $220

3. Alexander Wang bright and cheery duffel $650

4. Sky blue satchel by Botiker $395

5. Studded  and chic Rebecca Minkoff clutch $95

All so pretty. 

xo

Erin 

I Enjoy Being A Girl

Sometimes it is just great being a girl. 

Ruffles, lace, pink, and sparkle are the little details that make dressing up fun. Fall and Winter tend to stifle all things femme.  While we all love leather, noir, boots and over sized coziness, you have to bring back the pretty even in the cold. 

1. Ruffled dress by French Connection $55 (on sale)

2. D'orsay heels from Rebecca Minkoff $295

3. Lace and peplum dress by Three Floor $336

4. Lace cut out dress by Three Floor $238 (Holiday party perfection)

5. Glitter iPhone case by Kate Spade $35

6. Pastel saddle bag from J. Crew $198

xo

Erin 

Black and White All Over

I posted a picture of this gem of a vintage clutch that was an amazing find for a serious steal. This rarely happens, but sometimes you just stumble across a piece that can be incorporated so well into your wardrobe and you wonder how you ever lived without it. Having no guilt from the purchase also feels pretty freaking great. 

Many of the August issues of my favorite mags were showing black and white accessories for Fall and I thought I would take a look around for similar finds to the above. How cute would these be with a chunky cable knit and high waisted bell bottom jeans? Yes, the retro seventies trends are turning up for fall and I have to say it is great. Breezy, college prep mixed with nights at Studio 54. Sign me up!

1. Burberry leather trimmed cotton tote at Net-A-Porter $1395

2. Meredith Wendell Bucket leather and canvas shoulder bag at Net-A-Porter $795

3. Rebecca Minkoff linen and patent Morning After Clutch at Revolve Clothing $225

4. Color Block Flat Lock Bag at ASOS $34

xo
Erin

Two Bags in One

Zipping the suitcase closed after packing can be a challenge when you want to bring your entire wardrobe. When you go away, you want to look chic and pulled together. This can be really tough without checking (oh how I try) or editing yourself well.

The biggest space killers are bags and shoes by far. When it comes to shoes, these Jimmy Choo  nude wedges are my universal warm weather shoe, as they go with everything.

Bags are so much harder to edit since you have to contend with daytime and nighttime looks, sightseeing versus dinners, and everything in between. One way to help out is to find a multi-tasker such as this amazing orange Rebecca Minkoff cross-body clutch.

Notice how the chain (that loops around you perfectly) detaches and you are left with a cute clutch for evenings out? The gold hardware and studs on the bottom glam it up and the roomy insides can fit all you need.

The orange is so fun, but it also comes in more neutral tones to go with what you are packing. At under $200, you are getting a lot for this classic style from Miss Minkoff.

What are some other ways you get more out of what you pack?

xo
Erin

Cutting In

One of my favorite trends from the Met Ball on Monday night were strategically placed cutouts. These three lovely ladies wore the trend to perfection by making it discreet and keeping the rest of look PG, or at least PG-13. 

When wearing anything with some sort of cutout, I think it best to not go overboard with the showing of skin. Just a peek can be so chic and flirty. Here are some ways to wear this trend in your life. 

1. Rachel Pally Long Cutout Dress at ShopBop $238

2. Enamel Cuff Bracelet with Cutout from BCBG Maxazria $58

3. Dolce Vita Marina Ric Rac Dress at Revolve Clothing $176

4. Sam Edelman 'Kendall' Wedge Sandal at Nordstrom $160

5. Rebecca Minkoff Jemme Top at Saks $175

6. Wren 'Julia' Open Back Dress at Nordstom $298

7. Tom Ford Emmeline Metal Sunglasses at Scoop NYC $380

8. Sea Blue Cut Out Sleeveless Top from Top Shop  $60

9. Halston Heritage Stella zip-detailed suede sandals at Net-a-Porter $225

10. Boulee Tiffany Cutout Cami Dress at Saks $218

11. Fendi Snakeskin Cutout Platform Bootie at Neiman Marcus $835

12. Diane von Furstenberg Nema One-Piece Swimsuit at Barneys $225

13. Cutout Waist Belt from BCBG Maxazria $26

I am obsessed with the Dolce Vita dress, it has such an interesting cutout and the print is great. The cobalt blue Halston Heritage sandals could be such a great statement shoe and come in one of the most chic colors of the season. 

I am drooling over the Fendi booties. How amazing for summer dresses and cropped jeans? 

xo

Erin 

Just Pretty

Sometimes a girl just wants to dress like a girl. Especially when there are so many pretty things to choose from this Spring. I love to mix and match pieces that are girlie with pieces with an edge, and these soft pink and beige pieces are all girl. The belt and the bag would be a nice contrast with these. Although, I really wanted to include the bag no matter what because I think it is fantastic. The trench is also a genius new take on the trench with a light price tag. Love. 

1. Alice + Olivia Casey WRap Mini Dress at Scoop NYC

2. Alice + Olivia Sequin Sweetheart Mini Dress at Scoop NYC

3. Double Breasted Trench Coat at Zara

4. Accordion Pleat Skirt from Zara

5. Motif 56 Annabelle Wrap Belt at Shopbop

6. Scoop Button Placket Blouse at Scoop NYC

7. Lanvin Single-Strap Wedge at Barney's

8. Rebecca Minkoff Embrace Satchel at Shopbop

xo

Erin