Aunt Me Downs

blazer (Aunt Morey's 1970s blazer from Neiman Marcus), blouse (Loft see similar blouses HERE, HERE), denim (Marc Allison), heels (Zara), bag (Burberry), shades (Ray Ban), bracelets (Sylvia Benson), watch (Cartier), rings (David Yurman, Anna Beck)

Gal had that 70s swag, that 80s pop your collar cool, and now she's just as classic-with-a-twist as they come---she's my Aunt Morey (or Mary Jane as everyone else knows her).  She sported yellow high top Converse entirely before their time and has the sickest collection of oxfords known to (wo)man--damnit if I don't wear her shoe size!  So, needless to say, when I pit stopped in ATL on my way to & fro FLA--I was full court pressing her to get into her dang closet(s).  Oh and did I---we're talking blazers for days (see above), an old school Calvin Klein navy blue striped one piece, oxfords that were my Aunt Beth's (3rd sister) from Italy, silk blouses, vest dresses---I scored the dang vintage jackpot!  So gals--let this be a lesson---take advantage of those trips home and see if the ladies in your lives don't have some hidden treasures buried in the backs of their closets.  Oh and ps, Morey, I'm coming for round two in March--brace yourself--I want that pink striped sweater and saddle bag!  Loves you, More! 

phtotos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Shorts Get Spruced

shorts (GAP, sold out online--still avail in STORES), tank (DVF), blazer & shoes (Zara ON SALE), bag (Rebecca Minkoff), necklaces (Express), belt (HM), cuff (unknown), watch (Tag Heuer), shades (Gucci)

Giving you all a Casual Version of these shorts last week calls for a more spruced up version this week.  Such a bummer they are no longer online; however, I just picked up some goodies for my girls at Gap this weekend and they definitely had some still in stock (and I believe they were 30% off).  I chose to get a size larger than normal so it added to the relaxed fit and allowed me to cinch em' up with a belt.  Tossing on a pair of Black Strappy Heels toughened the classic stripes up just enough for my taste.  Add a double dose of  gold chunky necklaces and voila--nice little evening outfit.  And how lovely does Miss Jenny from Crazy Style Love look in her spruced up shorts number?  This is a girl after my own heart (Hello Stripes & Leopard).  She's utterly feminine and fearless when it comes to prints and color--plus she makes me chuckle in her write ups!  If you haven't checked out Crazy Style Love, you must.  Alright gang, make it a good one!

s + s photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Vintage Baseball

jeans (Citizens of Humanity), tee (Vintage, Street Scene, Lexington), shoes (Zara), bag (Michael Kors), watch (Cartier), cuff (unknown), ring (Anna Beck), shades (Gucci)

I will elaborate in further detail in the near future about my fabulous vintage excursion with Suzy Kellems Dominik (where I scored this old school t-shirt).  In the meantime, snag a Baseball Tee, knot her up, dress her down with Chucks or up with heels, and enjoy your kickoff weekend to the summer!  

A big congrats to Kate Beebe on winning the Pomegranate Tote & Samantha White on winning The Shelf Giveaways!  Hope you gals enjoy & many thanks to all who participated.  Make it a very good holiday weekend, gang!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Dots & Distressed

jeans (Marc by Marc Jacobs), blouse (J.Crew Factory), bag (Michael Kors), heels (Zara), shades (Gucci), cuff (Adele of Lexington), ring (Lagos), watch (Cartier)

Back from a little hiatus last week, gang!  Here's what I'm loving about this rig...the sucker is multifunctional!  It can be worn as is for some dinner & drinks...she can be worn with ballet flats for a lunch with your gal pals...or can be a perf mom uniform with some Chucks.  I definitely intend to sport it all three ways--get the look below....make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Spotty Situation

  

dress (DVF, AJs Casuals Lexington, KY), blazer (J.Crew, Similar), shoes (Zara, Love THIS Shade, too), clutch (JJ Winters), ring (Lagos), watch (Cartier), earrings (vintage)

Talk about the perfect dress to transition from day to night!  I am in LOVE with this DVF number--(thank you AJs Casuals)!!  I swear what you would pair with this is endless.  I already envision some ballet flats,  white kitten heels or THESE in white ( I am on a MAD hunt for white shoes--not an easy find), possibly with a neck full of baubles.  Bottom line, if you're going to invest in a frock such as this, make sure you can get some major mileage out of it and it's a versatile little thing.  Y'all make it a good one!

Oh, PS, I am on a mad purging spree--take a gander at My Closet on Poshmark.  If you know me, you know I am one who can easily purge my closet so stay tuned--I've got my mom and sis in town as reinforcements forcing me to edit my beast of a closet--more to come!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Peplum loves Stripes

blazer (Express), top (Zara), pants (J.Crew), shoes (Zara), rings (Lagos & David Yurman), clutch (Treesje),  necklace & bracelet (Stella & Dot)

It's no secret, I dig this BLAZER.  The sucker goes with too many looks to even count.  Case in point, take a gander at my guest post with Lou What Wear where I recount some favorite looks with this lovely!  Thanks, Miss Danielle, for having me---y'all make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Blazer & Bows

dress (Trina Turk c/o AJs Casuals), blazer (Aqua Bloomingdales), heels (Zara  ADORE these, too), bag (Kate Spade c/o AJs Casuals), bracelets (Stella & Dot, Jcrew), shades (Michael Kors), watch (Cartier), ring (David Yurman)

Ladies, this is my idea of the PERFECT transitional dress.  First of all, I am a sucker for a tie neck--simply adore the girly factor.  Secondly, the colors fulfill the Fall requirements, and the fabric allow for it to be worn alone before the chill sets in, or with a Blazer, Leather Jacket for toughness, and/or Tights!  Pair her with a a killer heel or bootie, and you've got yourself a perfect fall ensemble.  You truly cannot go wrong! 

Miss Saralee, I sure hope you've got some baubles on your wishlist...You won the BaubleBar giveaway!!!  I TRULY cannot thank you all enough for the participation...I just love reading all of the comments--we need to make that a habit!  We'll do another giveaway in a couple of weeks indeed.  Make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem