Primary Stripes

 

 

 

 

short (Gap 30% off), blouse (J.Crew love THIS FACTORY NUMBER), belt (Crewcuts), clutch (Clare Vivier), shoes (Rafe old), bracelts (J.Crew, Stella & Dot), watch (Michael Kors), shades (Gucci), ring (Anna Beck)

The weather got pretty warm here in Lex last week so it was the perfect time to bring out the shorts & accompanying silk top.  Huge fan of stripes, no big shocker there, so this idea of pairing a bold vibrant stripe with a more classic pattern is right up my alley.  And the Anchor Belt from Crewcuts--I believe it is a perfect addition to everyone's summer wardrobe--what better way to add a little nautical flair to your rigs!  Make sure to take a peek at some other anchors below.  Make it a good one! 

 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

 

Blush on Blush



 

 

 

 

chambray (J.Crew on SALE), sweater (J.Crew), skirt (Forever 21), shoes (Nine West), watch (Michael Kors), bracelet (J.Crew), ring (Anna Beck), necklaces (inPink c/o), necklace (Pearls: Target, Vintage), shades (Ray Ban)



Loving the idea of a tone on tone look with this blush lace skirt (last seen in navy HERE).  It's such a pretty pale pink that could possibly get lost with another color pairing (although I do love the idea of a gray or cream silky blouse with a nude peep toe heel).  I was quite tempted to pair this look with Chucks; however, I wanted to keep the lady like factor with a peep toe heel.  One last quick note, I'm currently adoring the idea of tossing on various necklaces---pearls, gold chains, and this Gray Leather & Rhinestone necklace make a fun statement when paired together.  Alright gang, make it a good one!

 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Derby Day



Happy Derby Day!  I hope everyone has a fun day celebrating & you all have enjoyed the bits of Derby Fashion sprinkled throughout the week.  A sincere thanks to Danielle for including me in on the fun and picking out such lovely frocks (and for being such a wonderful source for all things Derby)!  Another HUGE thanks to the boutiques who lended us their beautiful dresses, jewels, & hats:  Clodhoppers, Blink, Dress & Dwell, Adele of Lexington, Dandelion, & headCandi.  And finally, to Miss Whitney Neal for snapping shots in our Derby best. 

Gonna close it out with some s + s shots from Derby seasons past & present!  Y'all make it a good one!

 

 

 

above 3 photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

 

 

A Printed Dress





dress (Mara Hoffman), shoes (Tracy Reese), bag (Kate Spade LOVE THIS), necklace (Maya Brenner), cuff (unknown), rings (Anna Beck & Kendra Scott, SIMILAR), shades (Gucci)

If you follow s + s on Instagram you may have already seen me sport this Mara Hoffman lovely (whom I'm obsessed with btw, but more on that later) to Churchill Downs the other afternoon to kick off Derby week--ps:  big Thanks to America's Best Racing for hosting a lovely day at the track.  I had such a great time with Danielle placing some bets & gabbing away.  While most ladies will sport something very bright, cheery, and girly to the track--I wanted to switch it up by sporting a more modern dress but still having that element of lady with the tea length. 

 So back to Mara Hoffman--ummm, I want it all!  From the bikinis to the beach cover ups--the prints which are both modern & feminine are my absolute fave.  Make sure to check out some of my picks below. 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

 

May Flowers

 

 



shorts (LOFT), shell (LOFT, extra 60% off), blazer (Aqua, Bloomingdales), shoes (Pour La Victoire), clutch (Kate Spade), ring (Kendra Scott), ring (Anna Beck), cuff (unknown), shades (Gucci)



One of my fave months of the year is upon us...my little gal turns 4 this week, school is almost out, warmth is here to stay--good stuff all the way around!  As I mentioned on Monday, totally digging the shorts/blazer combo...this time around, I wanted a more feminine feel so I opted for silky fabrics.  Due to the 'flowy' nature of the floral shorts & shell, I chose to tailor it up a bit by throwing on the blazer as a topper. 

Lastly---you know, I haven't been into a LOFT in ages...possibly since I first got out of college and into the real world where I needed workwear.  No particular reason why, just wasn't in my circuit of places I like to shop...until now.  I hopped into our Whole Foods a few weekends ago and a new LOFT (Lexington Green for us locals) was having their grand opening event next door.  Stumbled on in and good grief---great little spring/summer numbers all throughout the store (with a good portion of the store being on SALE).  They've definitely got a modern feminine mix going on which I just love.  Shoutout to my gal, Elizabeth, for making my shopping experience such a lovely one--and tracking down the shell pictured above!  Make it a good one! 

 

 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem