24 Hour J. Crew Sale!

J. Crew is having a one day sale and 40% off almost every item on the site today! Use code 23HOURS at checkout. How perfect is this timing as Spring Break is just weeks away and in my opinion, they make the best swimsuits. I have bought others, but I always go back to J. Crew for the quality, fit, and sweet styles. Here are all my picks that would be perfect to pack in your bags for your getaway! I know I am stocking up...

1. All time favorite bikini that comes in a bunch of colors / 2. Leopard print strapless one piece / 3. A two piece set that the skirt would be great over a suit / 4. A simple one piece gets a ruffle / 5. A breezy smocked dress in a cute print / 6. Scalloped laser cut one piece / 7. Seersucker rainbow one piece / 8. A Neon Cut out one piece / 9. A strapless striped bikini / 10. A classic tunic with a ruffle twist that comes in other colors / 11. Love this Panama hat / 12. A gingham tank bikini that is the best fit

xo

Erin 

Spring Break Fever

We are deep in the season where you talk about the weather a lot and it is a bummer. So though this post is all about getting out of town, I do try to enjoy my own even in this dirty snow/maybe raining/but always cold time of year. 

Like enjoying that the sun is actually shining past 5pm. 

And magic hour is a thing even in the winter. 

Or jumping in a puddle with one of the kids to make their day. 

And cozy sweaters by fires somewhere with friends. 

Mostly I am complaining, but every so often we make the best of it.

And when I am in the get me out of here head space, I start looking for fun new pieces to enjoy in the warm sun. Hence this heavenly packing list that would be perfect anywhere a pool and cold drinks is involved. And for those of you that live in the desert or by the beach year round, something for your every day closet, you lucky girl. 

1. Love this Ulla Johnson dress for day or night

2. A one piece - two piece hybrid I am digging. This one too

3. A minimalist leather sandal is always so chic

4. A high quality stripe shirt to half tuck into #5

5. The high waisted boyfriend denim shorts that anyone can wear

6. The combo of blue mirrored lenses and tortoise is so good on these glasses

7. DYING over this wide leg jumpsuit. This one too

8. A leopard shirt cover up is unexpected and I like it

9. Valentino slides you can wear every day everywhere. These are great too. 

10. A silk t shirt dress that easily dresses up or down

11. Classic white sneakers that go good with dresses too

12. This ruffle top and hipster bottom are so cute. Also comes in a one piece

13. A chambray baby doll that is easy to eat cheeseburgers in

14. A super sweet yellow gingham dress

15. Pink shades that are just pink enough

16. A ruffled low block heel because who wants to wear high heels on vacay? 

xo

Erin 

New Suit

Though I am not ready to give up the bikini entirely, chasing after two small people at the pool has made for many almost wardrobe malfunctions that no one needs to see. So a new suit with less string and more coverage is a necessity and actually on trend.

I might try for a new two piece that has the ability to move with with me and not away from me. One a little sassy and the other a little sporty. 

Left: L Space Top $73 Bottom  $66 / Right: Bikyni Top & Bottom $50 each 

I have not ventured into one piece territory since middle school, but I am loving the look and the fact you can throw on a pair of shorts or skirt and head out the door. 

A little black suit sounds about right. Feels very French Riviera to me. 

1. Size up in this great v neck from  J. Crew $118 / 2. I love the simplicity of this one Gap $59 / 3. This is the throwback suit that you probably owned in the 90s. Love J. Crew $88 (on sale & comes in tons of colors)

Something in a blue or gray would be fun too. 

1. A classic tank in a fun color  Solid & Striped $148 / 2. The blocking of this suit would be so flattering Tory Burch $225 / 3. This is one of my favorites Marc Jacobs $148 / 4. Great suit if you like to show off some leg, but not your tummy L Space $132

Stripes and patterns can make it even more fun and even flattering. 

1. Another one of my top faves  J. Crew $98 (on sale and lots of color options) / 2. Gingham is so hot right now Solid & Striped $158 / 3. Kind of 80s/beetlejuice, and I like it Wildfox $150 / 4. The banding on this is so flattering Nanette Lepore $148

And I am always a sucker for a little ruffle action. 

1. This has a nice low back too Shoshanna $138 / 2. A little retro and I bet comfortable Toni Praver $149 / 3. The peplum comes on and off and it comes with straps. Zinke $136

You think you might take the one piece plunge? Join me! ha

xo

Erin 

What I am Packing: Spring Break

While I know it is much later than most, my Spring Break starts Saturday. Seriously, get me out of here. While it is getting warmer, it is that lame in between time when people think it is warm for good and then it snows. I am trying to pack light to this trip to Florida and hope to get lots of use out of these new additions...

1. I am totally obsessed with this J. Crew cover up for the beach. Can be worn as a tunic over a bikini or with shorts for walking around. 

2. Loving this Kate Sommerville SPF Serum. Super lightweight and SPF 55. 

3. I am big fan of Victoria's Secret for bikinis. They are inexpensive and come in great cuts that flatter. Have you tried the Bikini Mixer? It is so fun. 

4. Cut offs in a dark wash go with everything. Gap

5. Digging original Wayfayers for Florida. 

6. I got this Joie top to go with my new white jeans. 

7. When on vacay, I bring three pairs of shoes. Havianas, nude wedges that go with everything, and running shoes. 

8. I have written about this Rebecca Minkoff bag many times. The versatility of it is perfect for packing. Clutch, cross body, and shoulder bag all in one. Comes in a ton of colors. 

Still have to wait the week out. Will need that much time to get the kids organized to go. It feels like I am moving an entire city when I start packing and making lists for them. It will be totally worth it. 

xo

Erin 

Asos

I have written and posted a lot of looks from Asos and people are always loving them, but are wary of ordering from the site. It can be hard ordering from a new store online, so let me assure you that it is awesome. The quality of the pieces that were as little as forty dollars was actually pretty amazing. There is free expedited shipping with your order and returns are as easy as putting the box back in the mail with a card filled out. I have been so impressed with what they have and the price point that I have gone a bit mad. 

Yesterday the baby slept way in, so I used the time to burn through some molla and get a ton of great stuff for a surprising little amount. I needed some more casual dresses and a couple of pieces for upcoming weddings. I hate spending money on maternity clothes, and while a couple of these are, most are not and I can wear afterwards as well. 

1. Striped Maternity Dress $47

2. Cami Maxi Dress (also in magenta) $58

3. Striped Swing Dress $25

4. Maternity Swim Suit in navy $42 (had to do it, the bikini is just kind of offensive at this point in public)

5. Animal Print Maternity Dress $59

6. Waterfall Cardigan $47

I had ordered this dress before and I am obsessed with it. Great print, colors and easily dressed up for a night out or down for running errands. 

China Print Swing Dress $58

Here is to a great weekend and maybe you will fall in love with Asos as well. 

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 

Hide and Peek

Though I recently shared my favorite new swim styles for this summer, the more important piece of my summer wardrobe would have to be the cover up. Because as much as I am willing for my former self to reemerge, it is most likely going to take me much of the summer for things to fall back in place post-baby (does it ever, really?). 


Cover ups can be just as cute as the suit they are hiding, but what makes some of them even better is they sneak a peek at what is underneath. So if you are feeling a bit bashful, at least you can show off your bikini without even having to undress. 

From Left: Marc by Marc Jacobs $173, Pim + Larkin $59, Roberto Roller Rabbit $99, Unitah $154

A little bit see through and enough coverage to make anyone feel comfortable. And if you never feel like taking it off, I do not blame you. Because clearly these are worth staying covered up for. 

xo

Erin