summer style – Page 9

My Shopbop Sale Find

April 14, 2017 by jessica 2 Comments

Oh, did you happen to hear that there’s a Shopbop sale happening right now? 😉 Of course you did, given that everyone is talking about it this week. I didn’t want to succumb to the pressure to highlight the same sale and the same items as everyone else, but then I placed my own purchase for these sandals and I couldn’t let the opportunity for you to score them on sale go unannounced. I had them pinned to my secret “stuff I’ll probably buy in the future” Pinterest board for a few weeks and figured I’d probably buy them eventually, so why not take advantage of the discount? I’m in love, you guys! The leather is so soft that they feel like slippers! (Admittedly, the leather is a little squeaky right now, but I’m going to hit it with some leather conditioner later today ease some of the friction.)

Soludos, how do you manage to make such comfortable summer shoes?!

And, of course, that got me revisiting the sale this morning to find other items I would have purchased had I not been on the hunt for a house. (Sidebar: we put an offer on a house earlier this week — over the listing price, again — and lost out on it. I’m still heartbroken.) Here’s what captured my fancy:

These blue and white beaded earrings that I’ve waxed poetic about before.
A romper with a fresh citrus print.
This woven bag for the confetti-inspired handle alone.
The bold irises printed on this flirty dress.
A fun iPhone case for summer.

Featured above:
Sea & Grass tote | Soludos slides (also available here) | Ann Taylor earrings | Kate Spade passport cover (similar)

Ray of Light | New Orleans

April 3, 2017 by jessica 12 Comments

I bought this dress back in January and have been itching to wear it ever since it arrived, so it’s probably not surprising that it was the very first thing I tucked inside my suitcase for our New Orleans trip. I know that interest in off-the-shoulder, cold-shoulder, and peek-a-boo shoulder silhouettes is starting to wane, but I’m still into it when it comes to flirty little numbers like this. The dress sort of reminds me of a Chloé number without the insane price tag. In fact, it’s now on sale for just $36.50! There’s also a green version that’s still full price. I’ll likely add it to my closet the moment it hits the sale section. I have a pair of palm-print flats (sort of like these) that would look darling with it!

ASOS dress (also available in green) | Sea & Grass tote | Sam Edelman sandals | Karen Walker sunglasses | Julie Vos cuff (c/o)

Linking Up: Pink Sole, More Pieces of Me, Oh to Be a Muse

The Coveted

March 28, 2017 by jessica 2 Comments

You may have noticed I added this clutch to my sidebar the other day. I’m completely enamored with it. I’m sure you can’t carry much more than a few credit cards, a cell phone, and your keys, but who cares? It’s the perfect clutch for summer with breezy dresses (like this one!) and strappy sandals. I especially love that the wrist strap looks like a bracelet. I have a Visa gift card that I’ve been holding on to since Christmas and will likely use it to buy the clutch. It’s just too cute to pass up and I can see myself using it quite a bit over the next few months. It also comes in red and black.

Hola From NOLA

March 27, 2017 by jessica 6 Comments

It’s so hard to be back in Wisconsin after a wonderful trip to New Orleans! I loved the architecture, the easy-going nature of the city, and the weather–even if the humidity made my hair limp 15 minutes into the day! Even though we were there for a short amount of time, having the opportunity to debut my spring and summer clothes was such a nice respite from tights and wool sweaters! In addition to this wig, which is perfect for hot and humid weather with light, crisp cotton, I’ve been all about this pair of sunglasses that GlassesUSA sent over right before our trip.

GlassesUSA was founded with the mission to provide fashion-forward eyewear without the high price tag of designer brands, and they absolutely nailed it with their house brand Muse with the M0527 style that I’m wearing here. The oversize lenses have a flattering cat-eye shape and a unique matte finish. GlassesUSA carries more than just sunglasses, of course. If you’re in the market for a new pair of prescription glasses, you’ll be delighted to know that a complete pair with frames and lenses starts at $48. Prescription lenses are included free with every frame!

The Coveted

February 22, 2017 by jessica 4 Comments

We’ve been spoiled this week with record-high temperatures in the mid-60s. It’s making me yearn for spring to stick around for good! And, as a result, my wish list has taken a turn toward bright whites and crisp blues, both grounded with a touch of black. Instead of going too nautical as I’m apt to do every year, I’m eager for a modern take on the classic color combination with geometric prints and interesting (non-seafaring) details. I’m ridiculously in love with these loafers, although these are closer to my price point. (I just can’t decide on a color. I’ve wanted a pair of pink shoes lately, but I love the white pair, too.) I’m also planning to add these earrings to my collection soon.