Maxed Out

Warm breezy days call for something long and flowing. Not just because it looks great, but function plays a role as well. I learned this the hard way on a windy day at the park. That lightweight sun dress I love was suddenly showing way more than was appropriate. But aside from function, the maxi dress can elevate a look simply by having a longer hemline. Somehow that makes it fancier, more grown up. And let's get serious, some of us are not into showing leg all summer long. Especially pale, extra sun screened ones. 

You cannot go wrong with black or white. Especially loving the look of a white dress right now. 

1. Love an off the shoulder First & I $50 / 2. And in white even better Madewell $158 / 3. Pleats and swing shape for days when anything tight just will not do Asos $118 / 4. I love this tasseled, sweet number so much Asos $118 / 5. Soft and slinky, this has got to be so comfy Velvet $139

This Summer, cobalt blue and soft pink are having their moment. 

1. Your favorite t-shirt turned into a flattering dress Soft Joie $124 / 2. Love the moire waist and roomy skirt Rachel Pally $166 / 3. This is the perfect shade of blue and could go day to night Madewell $148/ 4. This dress has a great drape and I love a drawstring Velvet $128 / 5. This can be feel dressed up with minimal effort Felicity & Coco $98

Whether soft or loud, a print is essential for the warmer months. 

1. Obsessed with this floral print. Not too sweet. Asos $182 / 2. Girlie and fun BB Dakota $56/ 3. Strapless with a defined waist is my jam  Joie $198 / 4. I like the slightly shorter hem of this. And that I can add my own belt Soft Joie $168/ 5. She knows her prints and this one is perfection Mara Hoffman $240

A shirt dress style lends more sophistication to a maxi. Depending on where you work, this could be a go to option for the office. 

1. You would where this dress forever. Love the navy. Vince $191 (on sale) / 2. Love the neckline and the included slip  Splendid $270 (also comes in black) / 3. Such an ease to this dress. And would make a great cover up for the pool. Everlane $65 (also comes in white) / 4. Add your favorite belt to this.  BB Dakota $88

And then the always in my heart, striped dress. I literally always try one on every time I shop. It is a problem. 

1. Extra soft with a biased stripe. Soft Joie $198 / 2. Probably not every one's favorite, but I digging the colors. Felicity & Coco $58 (on sale) / 3. I usually loathe a high low, but I really love this Faithful $155/ 4. The perfect color combo Sundry $138

xo

Erin 

The Classic Shirtdress Today

Vogue 1967

Audrey knew what was up. A shirt dress is one piece that can look polished and put together with no fuss. For work or errands during the day with flats, then add heeled sandals for the evening. It is the perfect piece. And luckily there are some modern pieces that would look so chic this Spring. 

1. Love the color of this classic style. Asos $68 (on sale)

2. A total investment piece, but this would be a staple from Spring well into Fall.  Love the block print design so much. Ulla Johnson $415

3. You could wear this lose or add a tan belt. The color brings out the utility of it. Asos $40

4. A soft chambray makes you feel like you are wearing your pajamas. But so much better. Velvet $150

5. This peach number would look cute with white sneaks or stripy tan wedges. Splendid $138

6. This dress would look just as great for meetings as it would a dinner out. Black Halo $298

7. A soft fabric keeps the drape really flattering. Also in black. J. Crew $99 (on sale)

8. There is a reason the classic white shirt is a classic. Madewell $118

xo

Erin 

Jail Birdies

Sooo having a moment with black and white stripes right now. In a top, a dress, coat, all of it. Classic, yet fun, and surprisingly flattering. Here are some cute options to sport them.  

1. This Topshop dress is great year round. $45 (on sale)

2. This top would look great over skinnies. PPLA $35

3. This comfy shift has an exposed zipper in the back. Painted Threads $35

4. This sweater dress looks comfy for the cold weather. Would look great with brown boots.  Asos $47

5. This knit sweater dress would be cute belted too.  Old Navy $34

6. Love the soft stripes and slinky knit of this A.L.C dress. $475

And though not stripes, I just picked up some black and white pieces that I am pumped to wear tomorrow night for a night out. Black, white, leopard, and gold. Can't go wrong, right? 

1. Honestly, these Hudson jeans are the most flattering I have ever worn and so comfortable. 

2. I got this French Connection top at Bevello on sale. You can also get it here. 

3. I have black cap toe pumps like these from Club Monaco that I love so much. 

4. This Bauble Bar hassle necklace is a lot like one of my vintage costume pieces. $36

5. This Claire V. clutch is currently sold out everywhere. It has become my go to. Which is funny since I used to loathe leopard. 

I hope your weekend is black, white, and chic all over. 

xo

Erin 

Classic Stripes

I always feel myself gravitating towards blue stripes in the summer. There is something so "I am headed to the Hamptons" about anything that is printed this way. Note: Never been to the Hamptons. But I bet a lot of these girls have or may be headed there right now. 

Fresh and classic, right? I know you may be afraid of horizontal stripes, but I swear if worn the right way they are actually super flattering. Take it from me, who is wearing a lot of them and has a basketball under her dress. 

1. Gap slouchy sweater $44

2. Flattering dress from Anthropologie $78

3. Silky chevron dress by Tbags $171

4. Love this breezy Joie dress $268

5. Cute one piece from Kushcush $165

6. Polished striped skirt by Zara $59

7. Easy dress from Heidi Merrick $437

8. Beachy tunic from J. Crew $78

9. Bold striped button down from Anthropologie $198

10. Comfy espadrilles from Kirna Zabete $78

11. Soft shirt from Gap $37

12. Madewell skirt to wear with anything $49

xo

Erin