BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

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When I was getting dressed on Saturday, Dave asked if I really wanted to take outfit photos of this dress, an item I’ve worn on the blog a couple of times before. Yes, I did. As bloggers, we put too much pressure on ourselves to post new items each week. Not only is it an unrealistic–and financially irresponsible–expectation, it’s boring. I’d much rather see how bloggers rework their favorites to keep them in rotation. So, in that spirit, here’s one of my favorite summer dresses. I love the ease of a loose shift dress, especially with layered jewelry to keep things interesting.

The ring and bracelet are borrowed from Rocksbox, a jewelry subscription service that allows you to try out pieces at your leisure. Once you’re finished, you can purchase your favorites at a discounted rate or swap them out for a new set. Each Rocksbox is $19, but you can get your first month free with code bedknobsandbaublesxoxo. It’s a fun way to try new styles and designers without the investment.

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Dress: Pim + Larkin (old, love this mod version)
Bag: Tory Burch (it’s on sale!)
Sandals: DV by Dolce Vita
Necklace: c/o Gerard Yosca
Ring: Wanderlust + Co. borrowed from Rocksbox*
Bracelet: Gorjana borrowed from Rocksbox*
Sunglasses: Dolce & Gabbana c/o SmartBuyGlasses
Lips: Stila “Fiore”
Nails: Clinique “Hi Sweetie” and Essie “In the Cab-ana”

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*Get your first Rocksbox set free with code bedknobsandbaublesxoxo

 

Pebbles

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Truth be told, I bought this DVF dress July and hadn’t worn it until our trip to Florida last month. I absolutely adore the Lisa Frank-meets-Flintstones print, but it felt a little too bold for Wisconsin. Screw that, though. Now that it has had its maiden voyage, I want to wear it all the time … with one minor alteration. The wrap skirt flutters up at the slightest breeze and I need to have it sewn shut (or at least have my tailor put in a couple of snaps). I actually had to use my tote to avoid any embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions!

On another note, I’m obsessed with this mother of pearl tusk pendant from Rachelle of Pink Sole. It’s one of the most popular pieces in her Etsy shop. Seriously, I have the most talented friends.

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Dress: Diane von Furstenberg (old; other patterns in the same style and I love this one)
Bag: Tory Burch (it’s on sale!)
Sandals: Sam Edelman
Necklace: c/o Pink Sole’s Etsy shop
Ring: Lulu Frost
Sunglasses: Prada
Lips: Stila “Fiore”
Nails: Clinique “Hi Sweetie” and Essie “In the Cab-ana”

Blowing Rocks

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Jupiter, Fla. is one of my favorite places in the state mostly because of the Blowing Rocks Preserve. It’s got nothing on the jagged coastline of California, but it’s gorgeous in its own right with interesting rock formations and deep turquoise water. Now, I’ll be the first to admit that I was entirely overdressed for this outing. (There’s not a lot of flexibility for midday clothing changes when you’re on vacation and away from the hotel!) That didn’t stop us from kicking off our shoes to stroll along the ocean’s edge until we were ready for lunch at Little Moir’s Food Shack. The small restaurant–with the best seafood ever–is tucked away in an unassuming strip mall. Be sure to order the signature sweet potato-crusted fish. They also have an impressive beer lineup.

While we’re on the topic of must-know info, the earrings I’m wearing are from Emma McKinstry’s summer lineup. She’s pretty much a maestro when it comes to bold enamel jewelry.

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Dress: Lilly Pulitzer
Earrings: c/o Emma McKinstry
Ring: Lulu Frost
Sunglasses: Prada
Lips: Stila “Fiore”
Nails: Clinique “Hi Sweetie” and Essie “In the Cab-ana”

Lilly in Palm Beach

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What better place to break out my newest Lilly Pulitzer dress than Palm Beach? We just drove up for the morning to walk around Worth Avenue and pop over to the Lilly Pulitzer store where I bought this tunic as an early birthday gift to myself. I’m completely obsessed with this dress, so much so that I’m considering the other print. It looks scandalously short on the model, but it’s really not that obscene. I’m 5’7″ and I didn’t feel like I was on the verge of flashing anyone…until we went to Delray Beach that afternoon for a quick stroll. Every breeze flirts with the hem!

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Dress: Lilly Pulitzer (plus other items in this print)
Sandals: Sam Edelman
Bag: Tory Burch
Necklace: Vintage (loving this similar piece)
Ring: Lulu Frost
Sunglasses: Prada
Lips: Stila “Fiore”
Nails: Clinique “Hi Sweetie” and Essie “In the Cab-ana”

S.W.A.K.

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I wore this Erin Fetherston kiss-print dress to Dave’s sister’s wedding a few weeks ago. I actually bought it for another wedding back in Oct. 2013 and it’s still one of my favorite pieces. A quirky print, floaty chiffon, and a strapless silhouette? What’s not to love? (Honestly, Erin Fetherston has pulled through whenever I’ve needed a special occasion dress and there are usually great deals on Amazon.)

On another note, May officially kicks off my birthday month! Even though I’m broke after last month’s spending spree, I’d love to treat myself to the blouse I featured in yesterday’s post. Boho chic isn’t exactly my style, but I adore it.

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Dress: ERIN Erin Fetherston (old, but you can still rent it; another version)
Purse: Rebecca Minkoff c/o Lilymink
Shoes: Loeffler Randall
Earrings: c/o Gerard Yosca (not pictured, but I wore ’em)
bridesmaid dresses from Cicinia.fr
Nails: Clinique “Really Rio” and Essie “In the Cab-ana”