Five Fresh Looks For Spring

There is a reason that spring is the season of fresh, clean starts. All that dirty snow has disappeared, the mounds of dirty wet clothes have disappeared from the back door, and sweet little green buds have begun to change the entire palette of your once brown yard. Take a deep breath and enjoy, you made it! 

Fun, fresh spring looks are also a right of passage into this sunshine (and rosé filled) season. Pastels, whites, open toes, floral everything, and wovens are all ready to be placed firmly in your rotating wardrobe. So here are five fun looks that are a breath of fresh air with a splash of whimsy. 

This dress ($300)! Love the sweet print so much. You could also tie it in the back. Paired with some tortoise shades ($55), a cute woven bag ($172) , and these AMAZING marigold sandals ($136) it is perfect for any event or party. 

A fresh white shirt ($65) looks so good with these cropped straight leg jeans ($98). The white heels ($595) are super chic and gorgeous. These tortoise hoops ($36) are killer and this convertible bag ($98) screams "I am a cool french girl." 

I want to LIVE in this white gauze dress ($246), which IS lined. These mirrored pink glasses ($60) are so great and this bag is a tote/backpack/shoulder bag ($795) that can fit your laptop and all the things. And these white sandals ($175) are giving me Dr. Scholl's vibes in all the right ways. 

I love these pink sandals  ($495) SO much that I had to pair them with two dresses. ha This pink shirt dress ($276) is easy and works for so many occasions or no occasion at all really. And this sweet floral dress  ($290) is comfy, but chic. Add these fun heart hoops ($32) and pink Chloe bag ($1800) to either for a fun look. 

This sweatshirt ($148) has the sweetest neckline that elevates an otherwise boring (but favorite) choice. Paired with these Levi's ($98) that look so flattering and easy to wear with cute sneakers ($140) is the perfect casual outfit. Top with these cute glasses ($59) and the perfect tote ($198) to fit everything and you are set. 

Happy Spring friends! 

xo

Erin 

Make Me Blush

Happy Weekend loves. Anything fun planned? We are going to enjoy a good amount of unscheduled fun with the kids and then I have the privilege of co-hosting a baby shower for two lovely ladies. Both of which are having baby girls, which is sooo on trend right now. Well at least the pink part. ha Blush is everywhere and I am digging it. It is an easy neutral to work into your stand by pieces and looks good on everyone. Plus, who could not feel feminine and cheery in soft pink? That is right, no one. Here are some fun pieces in spring's hottest hue...

1. This dress is too sweet and screams "wear me to Easter Brunch!)

2. LOVE these suede open toed booties. Would look great with skinny jeans. 

3. We still need sweaters and I am gaga over this one. 

4. Love a blush and gold moment. They also come in an oversized square shape. 

5. The thought of this pretty tulle maxi skirt paired with a body suit or luxe t-shirt makes me so happy. 

6. The perfect jersey dress to wear with flats all day and your fave heels at night. 

7. A blush market bag to hold everything. 

8. All the cool girls are wearing culottes. This jumpsuit, I can get behind. 

9. The prettiest sandals maybe ever. 

10. Because cold shouldering is here to stay and I love the eyelet. 

11. A little pink seersucker number. Also comes in flat blush.

12. An easy, comfy dress that you will reach for all Spring long. (add leggings now, bare legs later)

13. So I have a strange obsession with backpacks right now. This one would be perfection. 

14. Part varsity sweater, part perfect jean topper. (and later denim cut offs)

15. A classic zipper clutch in a pretty pink. 

16. The go to flats that I always go back to. 

xo

Erin 

Channeling Capri

Many years ago, in a lifetime far away, Matt and I spent 5 glorious days in Capri. It was the last leg of our honeymoon. We lounged on our terrace overlooking the Med, ate three course meals at least twice a day, roamed the cobble stone streets while eating gelato, and took breezy salt aired boat rides. 

Heaven. 

And frankly does not even sound real now as I sip cold coffee and watch it drizzle outside. We will go back one day we always say. Which I believe and will of course look forward to. Even if it is a decade or more from now. 

I remember we shopped a bit while we were there, but I only really treasure one piece from that trip. A pair of handmade sandals I bought from the sweetest little Italian man who also gave us great advice on where to eat lunch that day. I have not worn them much in the last few years, but simple leather sandals are having a moment right now and they have come out of hiding. 

I even found a very similar pair on Shopbop. I did some more browsing and found some other options that I am loving. A clean modern sandal that will stand the test of time. They look great with summer dresses and cuffed jeans. It makes skipping heels (which I do more often then not these days) a much easier decision and elevates errand running and pool trips. 

1. Madewell

2. Splendid 

3. Loeffler Randall

4. Dolce Vita

5. Vince

6. Ancient Greek

xo

Erin 

White Hot Summer

I cannot remember the last time I bought white shoes. Sandals or not, the last pair had to be my wedding shoes or maybe a pair of flips. Though they are usually not on my radar, I came across this pair last week and could not resist. 

I cannot find them anywhere on the web, but if you are in Chicago they are on sale at the Christian Louboutin store on Oak. I loved the detail and while they also came in a much more sensible brown leather, the white was something different. There was a sweet woman browsing while I was trying them on and reminded me that white "pops, like no other color," and she was so right. 

The ladies above are showing a lot of white on white, but I think I will sport these with other pastels and blue for a prep vibe. Here are some other white sandals that I think would be so fun for the summer. 

1. Snakeskin is a great addition to the classic Stuart Weitzman $398

2. Perfect with flirty summer dresses. Gap $44

3. Worship these Joie sandals $125

4. Classic and they look comfy. Topshop $75

5. I have to say I love a Birk, so this trend is fun to me. This style would be the way I would go. $80

6. The buckle detail and white heel are fun Obelia $99

7. Love this modern take on a summer sandal by Halogen $99

8. All white Topshop would be perfect with a bright dress. $80

How do you feel about white? 

xo

Erin 

Every Day Kicks

Sliding on the Havianas has become a habit. Though I would like to wear something a bit more elevated (in style and height), it just does not happen. This summer though, I plan on making a change and hope one of these options gets play more than the flips. They need to comfy so I can still run after the kids, while also being cute and versatile with everything in the closet.

Note: Hover over the image for info and click to shop. Trying a new tool here, so let me know what you think. 

Loving the slides because I know they are easy to get on and off. But those Seychelles have been on my radar for awhile and I would sport them out for dinner Which is your favorite? 

xo Erin

Daydreaming

It is such a cliche to keep talking about how Spring is almost here. But can we really help but look forward to a new set of clothing options that we get to enjoy in the sunshine? By this time of year I have gone way beyond trying to look cute while staying warm and wear leggings, boots, and an oversized sweater. Not cute. 

You know what would be cute? Stepping out for a dinner al fresco, drinking some vino, and wearing something light and pretty. 

Sweater Dress / Essie Tart Deco / Sandals / Watch / Bracelet / Clutch

This dress is so pretty and I love the fact that it is knit. I have Tart Deco on right now and it is so bright and coral-ly fun. I can't even start talking about those shoes, I have them in my cart right now, taunting me. Watches have been so big and chunky that a slim band would look so fresh paired with a link bracelet. They would look perfect with a soft, neutral clutch. 

 It is warming up this weekend. A balmy 43. Argh. 

xo

Erin 

Spring Break Fever

Spring Break does not stop when you graduate from school. The desire to get out of town at the end of a long winter stays with you forever. Or at least until you can live the dream of being a snow bird. Here's to that. 

My Spring Break starts a week from today and I literally almost cried when Matt told me we were headed South for a week. It gets me in such a mood for pastels with pops of brights and neons. 

1. Cute nautical flips from the Gap $16

2. I own these J. Crew shorts, classic $79

3. Minty nail polish from Butter $15

4. A switch from the standard white jean from J Brand $176

5. These Karen Walker glasses have such a fun shape $220

6. Pretty and vintage tulle suit from J. Crew Top $60 Bottom $56

7. From carry on to beach bag from Gap $94

8. Love the mix of leathers on these Cynthia Vincent sandals $195

9. Cute print for dinners out by Pencey $225 

10. A little lucite and neon by CC Skye $255

11. Can't go wrong with embellished frogs from  J. Crew $98

12. A classic drapey tank to wear with everything J. Crew $24

13. For day or night, pleated maxi by Sabine $59

Hope your winter includes a break too. Unless you live in the warmth, then I envy you for being able to wear all of this year round.  

xo

Erin 

Cinco de Mayo

1. Hand made Papelitos Picados from Etsy

2. BCBGeneration basket weave clutch

3. Top Shop Mexicana Shift Dress

4. Tory Burch Tunic

5. Kenny Guadalajara shorts

6. Sur La Table Molcajete for your favorite guacamole recipe

7. Colorful and fun Steve Madden sandals

8. Pacifico Beer, don't forget the limes

9. Penny Black Peso cuff links for your man

10. My Pork Tacos Recipe

I have a really special place in my heart for Cinco de Mayo because I went to college in Tucson, Arizona. What I learned there was that this holiday is a great celebration of family, friends, food, and culture. With an emphasis on fun, some of my favorite memories of college were Cinco de Mayo parties with lots of cold Pacificos, brightly colored outfits, and sing-a-longs with the mariachi band. With this Mexican holiday just two weeks away, I wanted to pull some inspiration of what to wear and how to celebrate. Whether you plan on attending a lively celebration or trying the pork taco recipe at home, I promise that this is always a holiday that anyone can get in the spirit of. 

xo

Erin